Author: Gateway Gazette Contributor

SKOKI, written in black ink in my worn leather journal, it had been part of my bucket list.  Imagine the excitement  when my partner called me in January, telling me that he had booked us in for two nights at the end of March.  We reserved our light touring skis, made our packing list and…

The Alberta government is making sure affordable housing stays affordable for everyday Albertans by offering housing providers support to upgrade their facilities and lower their emissions. Minister of Seniors and Housing Lori Sigurdson announced the $25-million investment for housing providers that can be used to upgrade or install windows, basement insulation and energy-efficient heating systems.…

With the warm weather comes new ways for your curious pet to find trouble! Here are some tips to keep your companion(s) safe during the summer months: • Don’t leave pets unattended at poolside. If smaller animals fall into the pool, they may find it hard to pull themselves out of trouble. If your pets…

As part of Emergency Preparedness Week from May 6 to 12, Albertans are being reminded to know the risks, make a plan and build a kit.   The theme of this year’s nationwide event is Be Emergency Ready, with the goal of raising awareness that all Canadians have a role to play in building safe…

As construction season begins, mandatory licensing for residential builders is available to protect Albertans and increase company accountability. Builder licensing came into effect on Dec.1, 2017, to help Albertans distinguish good builders from bad. To give companies time to transition, temporary licences were issued to more than 1,600 active builders. These temporary licences expired May…

Farmers and ranchers are invited to share stories, educate and expand their markets as hosts for Alberta Open Farm Days on Aug. 18-19. Producers and ag-tourism operators can sign up using the online registration form available at the Alberta Open Farm Days website. The application deadline is May 31. “Our government is focused on supporting…

Albertans anticipating to work in the recreational cannabis industry can now take the SellSafe Cannabis Staff Training program and apply with the Alberta Gaming & Liquor Commission to be a Qualified Cannabis Worker. Albertans anticipating a career in the recreational cannabis industry can now take the SellSafe Cannabis Staff Training program available online at sellsafe.aglc.ca. Upon…

Alberta Health Services (AHS) knows that wellness matters, and this year AHS has been asking our people and Albertans, ‘What’s your balance?’ Throughout the year of wellness and finding balance, AHS is highlighting four areas of wellness, including healthy eating, mental wellness, physical activity and sleep & fatigue. Over the next couple months, AHS is…

Edmonton, Alberta – The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) is ramping up its Edmonton-area conservation through a new campaign to expand and connect the pre-existing protected parks in the Beaver Hills, an internationally recognized natural area located just 20 minutes from Edmonton. The goal of the campaign is to raise $20 million over five years to…