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Lex Monoxide: One18 Empire Strikes Back
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Okotoks Art Gallery: No Clear Line
June 9th to September 1st, 2018, 10am to 5pm (Tues to Sat) No Clear Line combines artist Paul Rasporich’s love of art with his passion for fishing. This exhibit features paintings of fishermen on local rivers, including the Bow, Highwood, and Sheep. The Station is located at 53 North Railway Street in Okotoks. For more about…
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From My Bookshelf: Elizabeth George
By Lynn Willoughby The Punishment She Deserves: A Lynley Novel~ Elizabeth George I don’t read a lot of thrillers, but have always enjoyed the novels of Elizabeth George. They are convoluted, with many intricate details and almost impossible to figure out the conclusion. This book did not disappoint. Ian Druitt is a respected Deacon of…
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Sling Suds Earlier in the Day During Stampede
It’s never too early to sling and sip suds during the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth. That’s why the Alberta government, along with the Alberta Gaming & Liquor Commission, has extended liquor service hours during the 2018 Calgary Stampede. A major event for our province, the world-famous celebration brings thousands of visitors to Calgary to…
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Celebrating Agreement to Support Maskwacis Students
Education Minister David Eggen issued the following statement about today’s Education Framework Agreement signing ceremony with the four Maskwacîs Cree First Nations: “Today, I was pleased to participate in a formal signing ceremony with the four Maskwacîs Cree Nations to mark the finalization of the Maskwacîs Cree – Government of Alberta Framework Agreement. “The agreement…
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Buy Canadian Economics Carry a Steep Cost
While Canadians may embrace buying Canadian food products in retaliation for the trade dispute with the U.S., it won’t come cheap By Sylvain Charlebois Senior Fellow Atlantic Institute for Market Studies Canadians are encouraging one another to go “Trump-free” – that is, to shop for groceries without buying a single American product. Even restaurants are…
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Children with Chronic Kidney Disease Gather at Picnic
Calgary, Alberta – Today at 11:30am children, families and healthcare providers from Alberta Children’s Hospital (ACH) will gather together to enjoy the 17th annual Kidney Kids Family Picnic. The event, hosted by the Kidney Foundation of Canada (Southern Alberta), gives children with kidney disease an opportunity to have some fun and take a break from ACH…
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Calgary Bars, Pubs and Venues Highlighted at Best Bar None Awards
Awards recognize industry’s commitment towards safety and responsible liquor service. On June 19th, the 7th annual Best Bar None Calgary Accreditation and Awards honoured 62 accredited bars, clubs, pubs and entertainment venues. From this group, the steering committee awarded nine establishments in various categories for going above and beyond to raise the bar on service and…
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Solutions & Substitutions by Reena: Carpet Stains
By Reena Nerbas Sea Salt or Kosher Salt Dear Reena, Can you please tell me the difference between sea and kosher salt? Several recipes call for kosher salt, but I never have any on hand. Thanks, Beth Dear Beth, The greatest difference is that kosher salt has larger crystals that take longer to dissolve. However,…
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Meet the 2018-19 Minister’s Youth Council
Education Minister David Eggen issued the following statement to congratulate students selected for the 2018-19 Minister’s Youth Council: “I am pleased to announce that selection for the 2018-19 Minister’s Youth Council is now complete – and the list of all 33 council members is posted on the Alberta Education website. “Students in grades 7 through 12…
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Public Servants to Take Indigenous Training
New Indigenous training will help Alberta public servants better deliver programs and services to the Indigenous community. As the government moves forward on the path to reconciliation, all current Alberta Public Service employees will participate in an in-person, one-day course over the next three years. The session will involve experiential learning with Elders through sharing…
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July 4 Test of Outdoor Sirens in High River Required for Annual Maintenance
HIGH RIVER, AB: On Wednesday, July 4 at 12 noon, the Town will be testing the outdoor emergency notification systems (sirens) as part of the annual maintenance program for the equipment. “This test is for the outdoor sirens only and will not include a test of the regional or High River Alert systems,” says Peter…
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Cabinet Changes Demonstrate Stability for Albertans
Premier Rachel Notley has reduced the size of cabinet and appointed Calgary-Currie MLA Brian Malkinson as the new Minister of Service Alberta. “We live in a volatile world. Growing volatility around tariffs is bad for our steel and aluminum industries, and is especially bad for the working people who rely on those industries for good…
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Free Legal Advice for Survivors of Sexual Violence
A new pilot program will help sexual violence survivors know their rights and options as they seek healing and justice. Status of Women is providing a $700,000 grant to the Elizabeth Fry Society of Edmonton to design, deliver and evaluate a three-year pilot program that will give sexual violence survivors free, confidential legal advice. Launching…
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Are Taxpayers Getting Full Value for our Money?
There is no disputing the fact that Alberta has a spending problem. Our per capita program expenses are the second highest in Canada. We spend $12,717 per person in Alberta, even as we run a deficit approaching $10 billion. By comparison, neigbouring British Columbia spends $2,500 less. Alberta’s NDP government has taken the position that…
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