Author: Gateway Gazette

The Honourable Lois E. Mitchell, Lieutenant Governor of Alberta, presented the Awards and is the Division Chair for the Alberta, Northwest Territories, and Nunavut Division of The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award is a challenge programme open to any young person between the ages of 14 – 25 encouraging personal development…

Przewalski’s horse (Equus przewalskii or E. ferus przewalskii), the Mongolian wild horse, is a close relative of the domestic horse. The two are the only equids that can cross-breed and produce fertile offspring. Przewalski’s horse is a rare and endangered subspecies of the wild horse, Equus ferus. It is native to the steppes of central Asia, especially Mongolia.[2] At one time extinct in the wild,[3] it has…

Restaurants are struggling to find staff and keep profit margins healthy. But automation and careful management can help By Roslyn Kunin Columnist Troy Media If you’re going to a restaurant, don’t go hungry. Just about every coffee shop and eating establishment in and around Vancouver has a Help Wanted sign. They could be short of…

The Government of Alberta is investing in Innovate Calgary to help more small businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs grow or get their ideas off the ground. Innovate Calgary will use $1.5 million to expand its small business incubator. Small business incubators connect entrepreneurs with mentors and experts who help them navigate the early stages of starting and…

Fire-related deaths double in Alberta during the holiday season, so follow these safety tips to keep you and your family safe. Tips for a fire-safe holiday Water natural Christmas trees daily and keep them away from fireplaces, heaters and candles. Check all lights for loose bulbs and worn or broken cords and replace any damaged…

Changes moving forward even as new Senate report recommends scrapping or delaying changes  Toronto/Calgary – The Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) is disappointed with the government’s last-minute release of new income sprinkling rules for private corporations, and is calling on Ottawa to delay implementation until January 1, 2019.  “It is extremely concerning to see the federal…

If you are going on vacation for the holidays or planning on heading south for the winter, Hydro One has some helpful tips to save energy and keep your home safe: • Electronic devices left plugged in, even when turned off, still draw power. That’s called phantom or standby power, and it’s costing you money.…

Renewable electricity in Alberta will keep power affordable thanks to record-low auction prices and strong investor confidence. Three companies have been chosen in the opening round of the Renewable Electricity Program, which will result in about $1 billion of private-sector investment in green power generation in Alberta. The successful bids have set a record for…