Tag: Community

Turner Valley Legion Launched Poppy Campaign Yesterday With Local Dignitaries

[break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break] Linda Macauley, 1st Vice-President of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #78 in Turner Valley and Chair of the Poppy Campaign Committee, had the honour of pinning the first Poppy of this year’s Poppy Campaign on local dignitaries yesterday. The ceremony was held at the Cenotaph in front of the Legion in Turner Valley and…

October 31, 2014
Spook House Open Today at Legion in Turner Valley

Looking for something for the kids to do this afternoon while they are waiting for the Trick or Treat time to arrive? The Spook House at the Legion in Turner Valley will be open – really spooky experience! This year it is bigger than ever and the ‘scare’ levels can be adjusted based on age!…

October 31, 2014
Halloween Safety Tips From Pumpkin Patrol

It’s easy to get caught up in the fun of Halloween but once the sugar rush sets in, kids can forget some of the safety rules they’ve learned. If we think about a few precautions now, however, this popular October event can be a safe and happy experience for the whole family. Even local companies…

October 30, 2014
Doing Good for Kids

IBM Celebrated 10 Year Commitment to Alberta with New Partnership Announcement On September 18, a very special community event took place in Lethbridge, Alberta (see the event video). Graciously hosted by the Opokaa’sin Early Intervention Society, a leading organization delivering exceptional services to Aboriginal children from across Southern Alberta, the event recognized IBM’s contributions to…

October 28, 2014
Rick Smith honoured with Lifetime Distinguished Achievement Award

Longview resident Rick Smith was awarded with a Mount Royal Lifetime Distinguished Achievement Award on October 2, 2014. Lifetime Distinguished Achievement Award Richard R. Smith Business Administration (transfer program), 1969 Rick Smith’s tribute video received a standing ovation from a crowd charmed by his memories of attending Mount Royal Junior College (MRJC) in the ’60s.…

October 24, 2014
Oilfields High School News: Volleyball Bales

The senior girls’ volleyball team at Oilfields High School are asking for donations of round bales as a fundraiser for entry fees and travel costs this year. Annually, the team go to the Best of the West tournament in Kelowna, BC to compete against some of the best teams in Western Canada. Since we have…

October 24, 2014
Sheep River Library OUT LOUD: Meet Harry Sanders

The Sheep River Library OUT LOUD special event and speakers series is drawing to a close. Be sure to sign up for the remaining three sessions. Terry Fallis will be returning on Thursday, October 23rd (this session is almost full). Robert Greenwood of Sun Ergos, in his solo performance, will be representing 22 characters from…

October 22, 2014
Turner Valley Golf Club presents A Taste of Diamond Valley

An evening of local liquor tasting, food sampling, and business showcasing For the next three weeks, the Turner Valley Golf Club is inviting guests to purchase tickets to a brand new community event boasting unique, delicious and local Black Diamond and Turner Valley businesses. Over 15 businesses will attend, primarily those in the food and…

October 17, 2014
Cash Mob Okotoks to Strike Tonight

It’s time for another business in Okotoks to get mobbed! The Okotoks Cash Mob is holding its second event where a secret business will be flooded with customers in an attempt to support locally owned small businesses. Tonight (October 16th) starting at 6:30pm at Homeground (22 N Railway St) then at 7pm, they mystery location…

October 16, 2014
Foothills Lions Club: Generosity of Spirit

Submitted by Lion Carol Gibson The Seniors’ Outdoor Club of Calgary takes busloads of members on outings every week. They travel through the Highwood & Kananaskis areas several times a year. This well-established Club, with their generosity of spirit, donated money to the Black Diamond Centennial Park Campground. This donation will go towards the beautification…

October 15, 2014
Turner Valley News: Repairs and Maintenance

Decalta Drive Road Repairs For two weeks beginning October 14, crews will be working to complete major road repairs on Decalta Drive from Imperial Drive to Okalta Drive. Minor traffic delays may be experienced. Please obey all posted signage and be cautious of crews working on the road. Work is being done to improve the…

October 15, 2014
Calgary Police Foundation Surpasses Fundraising Goal

Two years after it first launched, the Calgary Police Foundation is celebrating surpassing the goal to raise $10-million with the unveiling of a new donor wall at police headquarters. Launched in October 2012, CPF focused on community partnerships in support of the Calgary Police Service to deliver education, early intervention and prevention programs that fall…

October 12, 2014
Veterans Affairs Canada Offers Mobile Apps for Your Smart Phone

PTSD Coach Canada The PTSD Coach Canada app can help you learn about and manage symptoms that can occur after trauma. Features include: Reliable information on PTSD and treatments that work Tools for screening and tracking your symptoms Convenient, easy-to-use tools to help you handle stress symptoms Direct links to support and help Always with…

October 12, 2014
Okotoks Legion Application Proceeding

We received this update from Malcolm Hughes on the process for setting up a Royal Canadian Legion in Okotoks: “I attended the Alberta/NWT Command Council Meeting last Friday and Saturday and presented the situation regarding the proposed Legion in Okotoks. Following a short question and answer session, the council members voted unanimously to proceed with…

October 9, 2014
Town of Turner Valley: NEW Bylaw 14-1037 Adopted – Fire Protection Services

Please take time to read the newly adopted Bylaw 14-1037 Fire Protection Services governing fire-related activities within the Town, including fireworks displays. The attached Schedule A details the fines for violations of the Bylaw; which can range between $100 and $500, with repeat offenses ranging from $150 to $1000. Schedule B deals with Fire Protection Charges…

October 8, 2014