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  • Canadian Armed Forces Day: Premier Kenney

    Canadian Armed Forces Day: Premier Kenney

    Premier Jason Kenney issued the following statement to recognize Canadian Armed Forces Day: “In recognizing Canadian Armed Forces Day, we honour the men and women who protect our country and guard peace and tolerance across the globe. “Our Armed Forces aid in search and rescue and disaster relief. They deliver humanitarian assistance and fight for human rights, democracy, justice and…

  • New Rules Proposed for Legislature Decorum

    New Rules Proposed for Legislature Decorum

    Government House Leader Jason Nixon is proposing amendments to the Legislative Standing Orders in an effort to increase efficiency and improve the tone in the Chamber. The proposed amendments, including doing away with desk-thumping and lengthy introductions of guests, will be debated in the legislature on Tuesday, May 28. “We expect members to engage in…

  • Alberta RCMP Reiterates Wildfire Safety Messaging

    Alberta RCMP Reiterates Wildfire Safety Messaging

    Edmonton – While various wildfires across Alberta continue to challenge firefighters, our police operations continue to be focused on keeping Albertans safe. Due to worsening wildfire conditions, RCMP reminds motorists across Alberta to turn your headlights on, obey posted road signs and follow instructions provided by local authorities and emergency personnel. The RCMP is ensuring the safety and security of people…

  • Royal Canadian Mint Honours Canadians Who Landed at Juno Beach With a $2 Circulation Coin Commemorating The 75th Anniversary Of D-Day

    Royal Canadian Mint Honours Canadians Who Landed at Juno Beach With a $2 Circulation Coin Commemorating The 75th Anniversary Of D-Day

    Moncton, New Brunswick, May 27, 2019 – The Royal Canadian Mint is proud to launch a $2 circulation coin honouring the brave Canadians who, landing in Normandy, France 75 years ago, helped establish the Allied foothold that would lead to the liberation of Western Europe.  This coin was unveiled today at the Moncton Garrison, home to…

  • Fair Vote Canada Applauds Jane Philpott and Jody Wilson-Raybould’s Call for a New Kind of Politics

    Fair Vote Canada Applauds Jane Philpott and Jody Wilson-Raybould’s Call for a New Kind of Politics

    Fair Vote Canada applauds the commitment of Jody Wilson-Raybould and Jane Philpott, running as independents, to champion electoral reform in the 2019 federal election. “Both Philpott and Wilson-Raybould have reiterated what so many Canadians already know, but it takes courage to say,” said Fair Vote Canada’s President, Réal Lavergne. “That the system is broken.” Wilson-Raybould…

  • Our High River June Community Cafe

    Our High River June Community Cafe

    High River, AB: The Our High River June Community Café moves locations this month. We have partnered with the Highwood Centre Committee for June 12, 2019 – 5pm – 7pm. The theme of this café is ‘how can we use this community space better?’ The Highwood Centre Committee would like to get community feedback on…

  • From My Bookshelf: Becoming

    From My Bookshelf: Becoming

    By Lynn Willoughby Becoming ~ Michelle Obama This book is well written, candid, funny and also brought me to tears several times.  I thoroughly enjoyed it and highly recommend it.   Obama starts with her childhood in south Chicago in a tiny apartment on Euclid Avenue.  I think this early history is necessary for us…

  • Building a Vibrant Future Through Youth Leadership – Rotary Club of Calgary South Donates $1 Million to the Calgary Stampede Foundation

    Building a Vibrant Future Through Youth Leadership – Rotary Club of Calgary South Donates $1 Million to the Calgary Stampede Foundation

    On Thursday, April 4, 2019, representatives from the Calgary Stampede, the Calgary Stampede Foundation and Rotary Club of Calgary South gathered in celebration of youth empowerment at a signing ceremony, where Rotary Club of Calgary South generously donated $1 million to the Calgary Stampede Foundation. Rotary Club of Calgary South generously donates $1 million to…

  • École Secondaire Highwood High School Graduands 2018-2019

    École Secondaire Highwood High School Graduands 2018-2019

    Andres, Wyatt Ankrom, Hannah Armstrong, Sam Battrum, Reece Bayona, Andrie Benson, Tieran Bernal, Arbay Bernier, Arieana Bhashin, Yuvi Bianchini, Amy Blais, Brooke Blouin, Dallas Boake, Nate Bratt, Sydney Brausse, Brayden Brecht, Ireland Burrows, Heath Cobb, Devin Craigie, Bethaney Crawford, Dori Csuk, Quinn Dalrymple, Tory Dao, Kathy de Koning, Daniek Delawski, Autumn Dijkstra, Levi Faschoway, Riley…

  • Nature’s Bounty: What You Need To Know About Harvesting Rainwater

    Nature’s Bounty: What You Need To Know About Harvesting Rainwater

    by Anna Kučírková | Apr 24, 2019 | H2O Facts  At one time, no one could have imagined arguments over who owns the rains that soak the earth. But that’s part of what’s been happening with the universal, natural resource of rainwater. Rainwater is free and eco-friendly. Utilizing it helps owners cut the cost of utility bills. It’s hard to…

  • Alberta is Open for Business

    Alberta is Open for Business

    Bill 2, the Open for Business Act, would get Albertans back to work, reduce burdens on job creators and restore workplace democracy. Proposed changes to labour rules will help get the province’s economy back on track. Alberta would return to previous general holiday pay and banked overtime rules, and restore democracy and balance to workplaces, if…

  • AFPA Welcomes Mercer International to the Association

    AFPA Welcomes Mercer International to the Association

    Edmonton, May 27, 2019 – Today, the Alberta Forest Products Association announced that Mercer International Inc. will be joining the Association as its newest member.  Mercer International Inc. is a global leader in the production and sales of wood-based products including pulp, wood products, bio-chemicals, and energy. The company operates a kraft pulp mill in Peace…

  • Six in 10 People Believe Canadians Will Have to Delay Retirement to Afford Health Care: CMA tells seniors ministers it’s time for federal action

    Six in 10 People Believe Canadians Will Have to Delay Retirement to Afford Health Care: CMA tells seniors ministers it’s time for federal action

    Seniors ministers and parliamentary secretaries from nine provinces, along with their staff, attended a special briefing this week, sponsored by the Canadian Medical Association (CMA), on the looming seniors’ care crisis. The briefing was held on the eve of the Federal/Provincial/Territorial Minister Responsible for Seniors Forum in Charlottetown. Supported by findings from a national  Ipsos Reid survey, CMA…

  • Say ‘yes’ to Trans Mountain

    Say ‘yes’ to Trans Mountain

    Alberta continues to stand up for jobs and Canada’s energy industry by launching the “Yes to TMX” campaign, a key tool in fighting for federal approval of the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion project. Energy Minister Sonya Savage announced the start of the “Yes to TMX” campaign on Parliament Hill. Energy Minister Sonya Savage announced the…

  • Tourism Week: Statement from Minister Fir

    Tourism Week: Statement from Minister Fir

    Economic Development, Trade and Tourism Minister Tanya Fir issued the following statement about Tourism Week, May 26 to June 2: “Every year, millions of travellers head to our incredible province to experience its beauty, our diverse culture and our unique destinations. From the badlands to the Rocky Mountains to our open Prairie skies, Alberta is…