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Team Trudeau Chooses to Move Forward
Ottawa, ON – In October, Canadians have a choice to make about the future of our country: keep moving forward and building on the progress we’ve made, or go back to the politics of the Harper years. In 2015, after a decade of failed Conservative policy, Canada’s economy was sputtering. Economic growth, job creation, and wages…
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School Closures / Transportation Cancellations
UPDATE: Sept 30, 7:50AM – We have received reports that the access road to Meadow Ridge School has yet to be plowed by the Town of Okotoks. Please be aware that road conditions may prevent regular passenger cars from accessing the school. Please only attempt to drive your child to school if you are equipped to…
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AHS Weekly Wellness: Tips on Avoiding Peanuts and Tree Nuts
Children with a peanut allergy need to choose peanut-free foods. Children with a tree nut allergy need to choose tree-nut-free foods. Some classrooms, schools and childcare centres ask that children bring foods that are free of peanuts, tree nuts or both. How can you tell if a food has peanuts or tree nuts in it?…
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National Seniors Day
Is there a special senior in your life? Oct. 1 is National Seniors Day. Seniors are a very valued part of every community, and Oct. 1 is a great occasion to celebrate their contributions to our country, your municipality, city or town, neighbourhood and even your life. It is easy to show your gratitude to…
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Canada: Ahead of the Herd in Cutting Cattle Carbon
1 kilogram of Canadian beef creates 15% fewer greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in 2011 compared to 1981. Decreased emissions and reduced resource requirements are due to: enhanced production and feed efficiency, crop yields, and management practices. Investments in research and development, as well as industry’s ability to adapt to new technologies were instrumental in shrinking…
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More Public Input Sought on ‘Talking Rural Crime’
Minister of Justice Doug Schweitzer has expanded his ‘talking rural crime’ tour to include more townhalls and an online survey. The minister, who has been travelling around the province since Sept. 5 to hear people’s concerns about rural crime, continues to meet with residents, business owners, rural crime watch groups and officials. To meet popular…
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Donation Warms the Hearts and Feet of Foothills Country Hospice Patients and Visitors
DID YOU KNOW? There is NO COST to our residents for their stay or meals. We need to fundraise $1.3 MILLION annually just to keep our doors open. Since January, we have cared for 64 residents & their loved ones. Our volunteers have already contributed 6,456 hoursof service in 2019. We’re on social media! You can find us on Twitter, Facebook and…
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Stephen Mandel AHS Appointment
Former Alberta Party leader Stephen Mandel has been appointed to the Alberta Health Services board. This is good news. It highlights the commitment of our members to build a better Alberta through public service. Mr. Mandel has long been an advocate for more efficient healthcare delivery and better outcomes. Anyone who has talked to Stephen about health care…
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New Fire Chief Appointed to High River Department
HIGH RIVER, ALBERTA – The Town of High River has appointed Cody Zebedee as the new Fire Chief. Incoming Chief Zebedee has been involved with the High River fire service since 1997 and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the Chiefs role. He started as a Junior Firefighter in High River and has…
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The Positive and Negative Environmental Impacts of Solar Panels
Are solar panels as green as you think? There are good and bad environmental impacts of solar power… Are solar panels really that green? Much has been discussed on this topic from both sides of the political spectrum. Many argue that solar panels are not that green since they require energy to manufacture and sometimes…
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Fallen Officers Memorial Services
Memorial services for Canadian police and peace officers will take place across the country this weekend. Maryanne Pope, chair of the John Petropoulos Memorial Fund and widow of Calgary Police Service Const. John Petropoulos, will be at Parliament Hill in Ottawa for services on Sunday, Sept. 29th. The last Sunday of September is recognized across Canada…
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From My Bookshelf: Pachinko
By Lynn Willoughby Pachinko ~ Min Jin Lee This is an historical novel with a multigenerational cast. It begins in Busan, Korea in 1911 but the main location is is Japan. The opening line is “History has failed us, but no matter.” I was hooked! The Korean family we follow live in Japanese occupied Korea early…
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Task Force to Strengthen Skilled Trades Education
NAIT and SAIT presidents will co-chair the Skills for Jobs Task Force and find ways to expand and strengthen apprenticeship education to meet labour demands. Advanced Education Minister Nicolaides, MLA Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk, MLA Shane Getson, NAIT president Glenn Feltham, and other members for the Skills for Jobs Task Force. NAIT president Glenn Feltham and SAIT…
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There Are Several Ways To Vote in the Federal General Election
For the federal election now underway, electors can choose the voting option that best suits their schedule. They can vote: on election day on Monday, October 21, 2019; at one of the advance polls, open from 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. (local time) on Friday, October 11; Saturday, October 12; Sunday, October 13; or Monday, October 14; throughout the election period at one of over…
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Rally 4 Hospice Deemed a Success
Foothills Country Hospice Rally 4 Hospice & Gala was another tremendous success, raising more than $258,000 for end-of-life care in the foothills. Fifty-two cars participated in the unique, clues-based rally that showcased the gorgeous foothills scenery. Congratulations to our 2019 Rally 4 Hospice Champions, Rhonda Vargo-Cox and Chad Cox! Following the rally, over 300 folks…
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