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Hunger And Nutrition
In Canada, hunger is largely a hidden problem. Many Canadians are simply not aware that large numbers of children, women and men in this country often go to bed hungry. Hunger is caused by low-income. While anyone is at risk of food insecurity at some point in their lives, certain groups are particularly vulnerable. 47.8%…
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Rowan House: Sharing our Gratitude
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Rowan House Builds with Habitat for Humanity
Staff don hard hats to give back to the community Rowan House Emergency Shelter is no stranger to the generosity of the Foothills. Through our capital campaign, flood rebuild and annual fundraising campaigns, the community has been there to support the work we do with families fleeing domestic violence. We are incredibly grateful for the support…
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High River’s Wallaceville Demolition: Frequently Asked Questions
Updated September 23rd, 2015 1. What is the current status of the Wallaceville properties? The Government of Alberta has acquired the majority of the properties in Wallaceville. Hazardous materials assessments have been completed for all of the structures on those properties and none are deemed suitable for re-sale. All structures will be demolished. 2.…
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Walmart Canada supports families in need: launches annual Red Cross fundraising campaign
Sets $2.6 million goal for this year’s campaign (Calgary, Alta.) From October 1 to 23, 2015, Walmart stores in Alberta are taking part in the national fundraising campaign to support Canadian Red Cross disaster preparedness and response activities in the province and throughout the country. The goal for stores in Alberta is $400, 000. Beginning on…
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Public Transporation Could Be Coming To Us in 2016
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High River Parks & Green Spaces Nearing the Finish Line
It’s almost done -25 years of green spaces and parks projects have been remediated and rebuilt in High River. There are still a few playgrounds to complete, water features to fine tune and general odds and ends to tweak but what an accomplishment! 33 green spaces & parks re-established Hundreds of boulevards aerated, top dressed,…
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Okotoks RCMP: UPDATE ~ Suspicious Person Identified
Okotoks, AB – On October 1, 2015 Okotoks RCMP responded to a complaint about an unknown female stating she was a Police officer. The female approached an 11 year old girl yesterday afternoon near Clark Street and Wilson Avenue. The unknown female showed the girl a Police badge stating that she is a Police Officer…
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Magic Show Tonight ~ Oilfields High School ~ Fundraiser
Oilfields High School Travel Club is hosting an, “Evening of Wonder with Magician Malcolm Russell” at 7:00 p.m. Friday, October 2nd. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and tickets are available at the door for $15 each. There will be light refreshments for purchase. This magic show is tailored towards pre-teens, teens and adults. Magician Malcolm…
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Third-Party Marketing Company Using Charity’s Name without Permission to Profit from Chocolate Bar Sales
Calgary, AB – Easter Seals Alberta has learned that a third-party marketing company called Global Industries Quantum, also known as Global Industries, has been selling chocolate bars door-to-door to Alberta residents naming Easter Seals Alberta as a receiving charity of part of the proceeds. Easter Seals Alberta is no way affiliated with…
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Goldfish Salvaging to Begin in NW High River
High River, AB: Town will be using pumps to lower the water level in the fore bay of the Highwood Lake storm pond system starting this week. The pumping is necessary in order for crews to remove 35-100 domestic goldfish, also known as Prussian Carp, and prevent further contamination and risk to the native fish…
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Okotoks RCMP – Investigating Suspicious Person Complaint
Okotoks, AB – On October 1, 2015 Okotoks RCMP responded to a complaint about an unknown female stating she was a Police officer. The female approached an 11 year old girl yesterday afternoon near Clark street and Wilson Avenue. The unknown female showed the girl a Police badge stating that she is a Police officer in Calgary. The unknown female attempted to…
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City of Leduc is Where the World Lands for business
New community profile released to attract economic investment As part of its ongoing effort to attract economic investment in the region, the City of Leduc released a new community profile to showcase why Leduc is Where the World Lands. “Choosing to do business here provides the opportunity to reach global markets and can take you…
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Fire Prevention Week October 4th to 10th, 2015
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Town of High River Constructing Natural Playground in Birchwood Park
HIGH RIVER, AB: The Town of High River is moving forward with the construction of an innovative natural playground in Birchwood Park this fall. It will be the first of its kind in the area and will focus on encouraging children to use imaginative and open-ended play. “Connecting kids to nature, in part by…
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