Author: Gateway Gazette

  • Digital Advertising An Essential Tool For Small Businesses

    Digital Advertising An Essential Tool For Small Businesses

    [break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break] Last year, a Business Development Bank of Canada study revealed that 84% of Canadians are connected to the internet, owning 2.6 internet-capable devices on average. Technology is transforming the way small business owners attract consumers and a digital presence has become essential, particularly one on both desktop and mobile. “A company that isn’t present…

  • Shopping Locally Impacts Your Lifestyle

    Shopping Locally Impacts Your Lifestyle

    [break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break] Think before you click your mouse to buy something online. Shopping locally has more impact on your life than you might think. Consumer dollars can have a big impact locally, and have positive side benefits. Small businesses create jobs, reinvest in the community and help keep decision-making power local. All of this contributes to…

  • Prenatal Screening Test Could Limit Need for Amniocentesis

    Prenatal Screening Test Could Limit Need for Amniocentesis

    [break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break] CALGARY — Local researchers are evaluating a new prenatal screening test that assesses fetal DNA present in the mother’s blood to check for chromosomal disorders in the developing fetus. It is the first time the test, known as non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT), is being evaluated on a large scale in Canada. The main benefit…

  • Turner Valley School News

    Turner Valley School News

    Administrator’s Message [break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break] We are so excited to have a new school year underway at Turner Valley School. We are especially excited to see all of our students and school families again! And of course a big welcome to all of the students and families who are new to our school. Our enrollment is up…

  • 2014 “Becoming a Community Builder” Schedule

    2014 “Becoming a Community Builder” Schedule

    Here is the full schedule for the live streaming videos. Remember you can watch these videos either at home, at the group meeting places or a combination of both. Can’t join live?  Not to worry, the archive of the broadcast will be available within 2 hours to view “on-demand” when you can! September 26th –…

  • Solutions & Substitutions by Reena: Cleaning an Older Oven Without Harsh Chemicals

    By Reena Nerbas Felt Pads on Chair Feet Dear Reena, I use felt pads that stick on the bottom of wooden dining room and kitchen chairs. I have spent time cleaning the grit and glue off and using Goo Gone and sandpaper before I put a fresh felt pad on. Again they came off. I…

  • Watch For the 4 Symptoms Of Youth Depression

    Watch For the 4 Symptoms Of Youth Depression

    [break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break] The school year can be a stressful time for parents and youth alike. Adapting to new schedules, new teachers and new challenges can heighten existing mental health problems and illness. In Canada, data shows approximately 5% of male youth and 12% of female youth, age 12 to 19, have experienced a major depressive episode.…

  • Five Tips For Quick and Healthy School Lunches

    Five Tips For Quick and Healthy School Lunches

    [break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break] You’re out of bread, can’t find a water bottle and the school bus will arrive in four minutes. Is this a familiar scenario in your house? If making your child’s lunch seems stressful, here are five tips to ensure their lunchbox is filled with healthy, quick options. Think about balance: Use a lunch container…

  • Make Sure That Rover Isn’t a Driving Distraction

    Make Sure That Rover Isn’t a Driving Distraction

    [break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break] Most people wouldn’t think twice about grabbing their pet and taking them for a ride in the car to run some errands or to visit friends and family. However, with an increased focus on distracted driving and overall driving safety, there is growing concern about pet safety in the car. “Many people overlook the…

  • Healthy Habits for Fall Cleaning

    Healthy Habits for Fall Cleaning

    [break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break] Spring cleaning gets all the attention, but fall is the perfect time to get the outside of your house ready to guard against cold temperatures and the inside of your house set up to begin the hibernation process that winter often brings for many Canadians. Not sure how to get started? Here are the…

  • AHS Weekly Wellnes Tip: Childhood Immunizations

    AHS Weekly Wellnes Tip: Childhood Immunizations

    New Alberta website launches When it comes to childhood immunizations, Albertans have questions. But where is the best place to get good answers? Not only can you chat with your family doctor or local public health nurse about your child’s immunization, you can also visit Alberta Health Services’ new immunization website: ImmunizeAlberta.ca. ImmunizeAlberta.ca was designed…

  • AACL Opposes Premier’s Position on Michener Centre and Institutions

    AACL Opposes Premier’s Position on Michener Centre and Institutions

    [break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break] The Alberta Association for Community Living (AACL) remains deeply opposed to institutionalization.  Like most Albertans, tens of thousands of Alberta families with sons and daughters with developmental disabilities were looking forward to a new premier who promised a bold vision guided by an ethical and moral compass.  Instead Premier Prentice’s first and only statement…

  • Details of the “Becoming a Community Builder” Learning Process

    Details of the “Becoming a Community Builder” Learning Process

    [break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break] Here is a detailed explanation of the concept behind the learning process of the 90-day “Becoming a Community Builder” program. To register go to: www.register14f.becomingacommunitybuilder.ca 21 Day Process – The Change Continuum To be effective, training and development must actually create performance improvement. One, two, three day seminars, videos, training manuals, and other passive…

  • From My Bookshelf ~ Featuring Rachel Simon and Victoria Sweet

    From My Bookshelf ~ Featuring Rachel Simon and Victoria Sweet

    By Lynn Willoughby The Story of Beautiful Girl ~ Rachel Simon In Pennsylvania in 1968 Lynnie is locked away in an institution – the School for the Incurable and Feebleminded. She was born with a developmental disability and lived at home until she was six. When she was taken to the School, the stench, the…

  • Experience the History Behind Chocolate Making in Banff

    Experience the History Behind Chocolate Making in Banff

    [break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break] There’s now a delicious way to explore the history of Canada – these treats will make you want to turn back time! Parks Canada has collaborated with Mars Ambassadors to offer this special chocolate program at the Cave and Basin in Banff National Park on January 10th, 2015. The Historic Division of Mars began…