Author: Gateway Gazette Contributor

Ricardo Miranda, Minister of Culture and Tourism, has declared Nov. 11, 2018 as A Day to Commemorate the 100th Anniversary of Poland Regaining Independence in the Province of Alberta. “On Nov. 11, we remember the women and men who bravely served and continue to serve our country. We also remember the independence Poland regained 100 years…

Did you know that approximately 47 per cent of Albertans overspent during the holidays in 2016?* For shoppers looking for ways to cut costs without compromising their holiday wish list, BBB says that with some planning, research and budgeting, those sought after items can be yours without the stress of buyer’s remorse. “Plan your budget ahead…

CALGARY, AB (November 11, 2018): United Conservative Leader Jason Kenney has issued the following statement to mark Remembrance Day: “Each year on November 11, we pause to honour the sacrifices made by service men and women both past and present. “We bow our heads in silent prayer for those who gave their lives so that we…

Premier Rachel Notley issued the following statement for Remembrance Day 2018: “Today, on the 11th hour of the 11th day of November, we pause in grateful reflection. Exactly a century ago, the Armistice was signed to end the First World War. We celebrate the day the guns fell silent. “Today, we take time to remember…

Although cannabis is now legal for those 18+, there are health risks. It’s important that Albertans consider these risks and how use of cannabis can impact their day-to-day life, well-being and long-term health. With so much confusing information out there, AHS wants to clear the air and talk about what cannabis legalization means for you,…

Oh! I have slipped the surly bonds of earth And danced the skies on laughter-silvered wings; Sunward I’ve climbed, and joined the tumbling mirth Of sun-split clouds – and done a hundred things You have not dreamed of – wheeled and soared and swung High in the sunlit silence. Hov’ring there, I’ve chased the shouting…

In Flanders fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row, That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below. We are the Dead. Short days ago We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved, and were loved, and now we lie In…

They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old; Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning We will remember them. We will remember them. An excerpt from For the Fallen – Laurence Binyon

Airdrie, Alberta: The City of Airdrie has just announced that their local First Responders will be participating in a three-month challenge which greatly benefits the city. There are two powerhouses involved in this challenge – RCMP have partnered up with Airdrie’s ME’s and the Fire Department have joined forces with local EMS. This challenge will occur…

The Alberta government is working to get big money out of local elections while increasing transparency and accountability, so that Albertans get a fairer vote. An Act to Renew Local Democracy in Alberta would make several much-needed updates to the existing act that governs elections for municipalities, school boards, Métis Settlements and irrigation districts. After hearing…