Category: Voices

  • Lest We Forget: 100th Anniversary of the Start of World War I

    Today marks the 100th anniversary of the start of World War One. For The Royal Canadian Legion, and our more than 300,000 members, we do not normally commemorate the start of conflicts. It is only fitting however, that the Legion acknowledges this important date because it was from this conflict that more than 20,000 Canadian…

  • Trumpeter Swans Soar Off Alberta’s At-Risk Species List

    Collaborative efforts have resulted in trumpeter swans being removed from Alberta’s threatened species list. “I’m pleased the trumpeter swan can now be removed from the threatened species list. This success is a testament to the hard work, careful planning and commitment of Albertans to preserve our province’s biodiversity.” Robin Campbell, Minister of Environment and Sustainable…

  • Solutions & Substitutions by Reena: Tips for Removing Marker Stains

    By Reena Nerbas Marker Stain on White Sweater Dear Reena, I marked my white cardigan with a blue permanent marker. You said once before to use bug repellent to remove marker but I had already used a stain remover and then rinsed in cold water. Is it too late to try bug repellent? Should I…

  • Canadian Junior Angus Association Showdown 2014 Results

    Canadian Junior Angus Association Showdown 2014 Results

    Rocky View County, AB – The Canadian Junior Angus Association is pleased to announce the winners from Showdown 2014, held in July. Most awards were presented at the banquet on July 19th in Virden, Manitoba. There were 15 competitions in that Juniors were able to enter plus the grand aggregate awards and the Spirit of…

  • WHOAS Members Took Part in Montana Clinic on Contraception Vaccine

    Two members of WHOAS, travelled to Billings, Montana, in July to attend a clinic and study course, on the contraception vaccine, known as PZP, and the methods of administering it to Wild Horses. Two more members will attend another course, in the late summer. This program has been very effective in areas of the U.S.,…

  • Okotoks Welcomes New Southside Community Programs Building

    The public is invited to attend the Grand Opening ceremony of the Southside Community Programs building on Friday, August 6th. Join in the festivities – drop-in to the ribbon cutting at 4PM, followed by an open house to tour the facility, meet the staff, and entertain the kids with crafts & activities! Plus there’s cake…

  • Alberta small business confidence slumps in July

    Alberta small business confidence slumps in July

    Shortage of labour still biggest challenge; hospitality sector hurting CALGARY – The Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) released the latest Business Barometer survey results that show Alberta’s small business confidence dropped 3.2 points in July to 69.4. The national Business Barometer Index also dipped slightly to 63.2, its lowest reading since December 2013. “After…

  • Planet Waves ~ Weekly Horoscope for August 2 – 9, 2014

    By Eric Francis Aries (March 20-April 19) Your charts are a beautiful mix of dark and light, which I suggest you think of as colors and hues. The planetary alignment of Mars in Scorpio and Jupiter in Leo is granting you access to the full spectrum of experience — particularly sexual experience, which always translates…

  • Blessing of the Animals This Sunday

    The Okotoks United Church is inviting all creatures great and small to the church grounds on Sunday. You can bring your pet or a photo of your furry family member to the church, located at 43 Riverside Dr at 10:45am this Sunday, August 2nd. If you are bringing your pet then please ensure he/she is…

  • Diamond Valley Soup Sisters and Broth Brothers Will be Cookin Up Some Love this Fall

    The soup’s on in Diamond Valley! Soup Sisters Diamond Valley successfully launched on Sunday, March 27, 2011. In partnership with Diamond Willow Artisan Retreat we support Rowan House Emergency Shelter and Eagle House Shelters. The launch was led by Chef Darren Nixon and twenty amazing soup sisters who prepared and delivered over 150 servings of…

  • Okotoks Family Resource Centre Offers Support and Assistance

    Your family doesn’t have to miss out on some of the best times in your kids’ lives due to lack of funds. Occasionally families experience difficulties and can benefit from additional services. Programs offered through the Centre are based on low income guidelines (click for table) and include: • fee assistance for recreation • emergency…

  • Calgary Zoo Invites You to GET FOCUSED – AGAIN!

    Popular Photography Event Returns For Two More Engagements! Calgary, AB – Guests asked for it and the Calgary Zoo delivered! Due to overwhelming demand from photo enthusiasts, the zoo decided to once again host not one, but two early morning FOCUSED events for photographers of all skill levels. FOCUSED: The Bonus Edition will run Sunday,…

  • Foothills Lions Club Helping Promote Local Business

    The Lion’s Campground has generously created a board to allow local businesses to put up information about themselves. Thanks to the Lions, you can take your business card, menu or information brochure to the campground and ask their office to place it on their board (Maximum 8.5’ X 11’). The board is available now and…

  • Come out to Longview for a Great Weekend of Music & Art in the Park

    August 16th and 17th, 2014 at Smith-Fuller Centennial Park Come and treat your senses to a weekend of funky and fantastic music, art and crafts in Longview. Admission is by donation and the gate receipts will be donated to local causes and other local charitable service groups still to be announced. Please donate what you…

  • Bar U Old Time Ranch Rodeo: Traditional Skills Still Used Today

    Bar U Ranch National Historic Site – Action so close you can taste it! Old Time Ranch Rodeo returns to the Bar U Ranch National Historic Site on Sunday August 10th beginning at noon. Established in 1882, the Bar U was one of the foremost ranching operations in Canada. Now, teams of working cowboys from…