Author: Gateway Gazette Contributor

On November 11, at the going down of the sun, communities across Canada will mark the 100th anniversary of the end of the First World War with the ringing of 100 bells. The ringing of bells emulates the moment in 1918 when church bells across Europe tolled as four years of war had come to an…

Thanks to a calmer wildfire season at home, Alberta firefighters stepped up to help battle extreme wildfires in B.C. and the Pacific Northwest. Alberta sent 681 firefighters out of province this fire season, along with aircraft and equipment, to battle wildfire danger throughout Canada and the U.S. “Fighting wildfires means being ready to lend a…

Our soldiers’ immense sacrifice had a profound impact on Canada OTTAWA/CNW/ – Canada Post unveiled a stamp today that celebrates the 100th anniversary of the armistice that ended the First World War, a conflict that irrevocably changed Canada and its status on the world stage. Canadian soldiers stood fast at Ypres, stormed the Regina Trench, climbed the heights of Vimy Ridge,…

Saskatoon — After showcasing their skills on the world stage, members of STARS’ air medical crew ultimately won the prestigious Association of Air Medical Services’ (AAMS) 2018 Sim Cup on Tuesday. Flight nurse Jenny Thorpe and flight paramedic Matt Hogan represented STARS at the annual critical care skills contest, held during the Air Medical Transport Conference (AMTC) in Phoenix,…

“Please wear a poppy,” the lady said, And held one forth, but I shook my head. Then I stopped and watched as she offered them there, And her face was old and lined with care; But beneath the scars the years had made There remained a smile that refused to fade. A boy came whistling…

There is a park reserved along Calgary’s Memorial Drive where over 3,400 white crosses are displayed each year on November 1st and removed November 12th. Each cross is inscribed with the name, rank, regiment, date of death and age at death of a Southern Alberta soldier killed in action. The Canadian Legacy Project is thrilled…

To mark Family Violence Prevention Month, the government is taking action to increase awareness, support survivors and end family violence. Family violence is an abuse of power in a family, intimate partnership or other trusting relationship where people rely on each other. It can affect people of all ages, abilities, cultural backgrounds, gender identities and…

New legislation would expand court access for First Nations and ensure private guardianships do not happen without mandatory home studies and cultural plans. If passed, An Act for Strong Families Building Stronger Communities would fulfil one of 16 immediate actions set out in A Stronger, Safer Tomorrow, Alberta’s four-year public action plan to improve the child intervention system.…

Antifreeze has a sweet taste that animals love, but it is highly toxic. Just one tablespoon is enough to kill a cat or small dog. By taking simple preventative measures, you can keep animals including pets, farm animals and wildlife safe. Prevention Promptly clean up spills – even the smallest amount can be toxic. Ethylene…

Premier Rachel Notley issued the following statement on Veterans’ Week: “During Veterans’ Week, we pay tribute to the women and men who have served our country in times of war and peace, in Canada and around the world. “We commemorate those veterans who have given their lives in battle, on peacekeeping missions, in times of…

Rural communities throughout Alberta will have options when it comes to rural bus service as Greyhound officially ends its operation in the province. More than 82 per cent of Greyhound’s existing routes are being covered by private carriers that have already enhanced their operations to serve rural and urban communities. Additionally, the Alberta and federal…