Tag: Community

  • Town of High River Reminds Residents to Help Protect Trees in Public Spaces

    Town of High River Reminds Residents to Help Protect Trees in Public Spaces

    HIGH RIVER, AB: The Town would like to remind property owners and contractors that trees on town property are protected under the Tree Protection Bylaw and it is not acceptable to attach signs or any other materials to public trees. “During the spring and summer months, it is common for residents to try and advertise…

  • Update from the Sheep River Regional Utility Corporation

    Update from the Sheep River Regional Utility Corporation

    March 2016 – The Town of Turner Valley is pleased to report that the implementation of the Sheep River Regional Utility Corporation (SRRUC) is nearing completion and this municipal corporation will soon take over the administration of the potable water system. The Towns of Black Diamond and Turner Valley have joined with the M.D. of…

  • Economic Developers Alberta (EDA) Recognizes Excellence in Economic Development in Alberta

    Economic Developers Alberta (EDA) Recognizes Excellence in Economic Development in Alberta

    (Kananaskis, AB): (Thursday night), Economic Developers Alberta (EDA) presented its annual Awards of Excellence during its 2016 Annual Conference at the Delta Kananaskis Lodge.These awards honour Alberta individuals for their contribution to the profession; as well as Alberta communities for excellence in: Business and Investment Attraction (BIA); Business Retention and Expansion (BRE); and Community Economic…

  • Celebrating the Heart of Communities during National Volunteer Week

    Celebrating the Heart of Communities during National Volunteer Week

    Dedicated Albertans who are helping to build strong communities through grassroots community service will be the focus of celebrations across the province during National Volunteer Week. April 10-16 is National Volunteer Week. Across Alberta, events and activities are taking place to honour those who are at the heart of the social, cultural and recreational programs…

  • High River Pool Closed April 11-17 for Maintenance

    High River Pool Closed April 11-17 for Maintenance

      HIGH RIVER, AB: The pool and hot tub at the Bob Snodgrass Recreation Complex will be closed for the remainder of Monday, April 11 through Sunday, April 17 in order for crews to repair minor mechanical issues with the automatic chlorine distribution system. Every effort will be made to complete the repairs and re-open…

  • Town of Turner Valley: Birth of a Nation Day – April 9

    Town of Turner Valley: Birth of a Nation Day – April 9

    Town Council proclaims April 9 to be Birth of a Nation Day in Turner Valley. The public is invited to gather at the Dr. Lander Memorial Pool parking lot at 6:30pm for the parade to the Cenotaph at the Royal Canadian Legion. Ceremony starts at 7:00pm.

  • Millarville Sports Association Hands Funds to MD for New Sports Park

    Millarville Sports Association Hands Funds to MD for New Sports Park

    Millarville Sports Association presented $50,000 to the M.D. of Foothills at the March 30 Council meeting. The funds will support the development of the Seaman Sports Park near Millarville.

  • Town and Our High River partner to re-vitalize the Culture Centre

    Town and Our High River partner to re-vitalize the Culture Centre

    HIGH RIVER, AB: The citizen led group Our High River is partnering with the Town for an upcoming event that will breathe new life into the Culture Centre. The event will be held over two days during volunteer week, Friday, April 15 and Saturday, April 16 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Culture…

  • Pharmasave Black Diamond – April Customer Appreciation Day

    Pharmasave Black Diamond – April Customer Appreciation Day

    Our Community Matters Customer Appreciation Day 10 % off all regular priced items Some restrictions apply The 3rd Wednesday of every month. Stop in for refreshments and baked goods…. on Wednesday, April 20th Don’t forget to visit our website for more sale information and our weekly flyers www.blackdiamondpharmasave.com

  • George Lane Park’s New Centennial Stage to be Installed in early April

    George Lane Park’s New Centennial Stage to be Installed in early April

    The redesigned Centennial Stage in George Lane Park will be installed in early April as fabrication work is almost complete. Local artists were invited to submit proposals for the redesign of the stage last March. The winning design, created by John Greg Ball, was selected through a public voting process. The original stage was constructed…

  • Town of High River celebrating National Volunteer Week from April 10 to 16

    Town of High River celebrating National Volunteer Week from April 10 to 16

    HIGH RIVER, AB: April 10 to 16, 2016 is National Volunteer Week and the Town of High River would like to celebrate and thank volunteers throughout the community. “High River has hundreds of amazing volunteers and we want everyone to show their appreciation for the incredible work they do throughout the community,” said Kate Tymstra,…

  • High River Operations to Begin Spring Residential Road Cleanup in April

    High River Operations to Begin Spring Residential Road Cleanup in April

      HIGH RIVER, AB: The Town of High River operations department will begin their annual residential street sweeping program in April to remove sanding materials and other debris that has accumulated on roads during the winter months. The street cleaning program began in early March on major thoroughfares, downtown, and town-owned parking lots. Residential streets…

  • Edmonton’s Royal Alex: the Difference Between Care and Caring

    Edmonton’s Royal Alex: the Difference Between Care and Caring

    A weekend of big wins for Royal Alexandra Hospital video The Difference Between Care and Caring claims top honours at Edmonton’s ACE Awards and tops it off with DoGooder Video Award for Best NonProfit Video. The Royal Alexandra Hospital (RAH) was honoured at the Advertising Club of Edmonton’s ACE Awards for its video The Difference Between…

  • Jodi Dawson hired as new Manager of Economic Development for High River

    Jodi Dawson hired as new Manager of Economic Development for High River

    HIGH RIVER, AB: The Town of High River is pleased to announce that Jodi Dawson has been hired to lead the new economic development office and will begin her position on April 4. “Jodi loves High River and has smart, innovative ideas that will build our community and help expand our profile locally as well…

  • High River Council selects new Chief Administrative Officer

    High River Council selects new Chief Administrative Officer

    HIGH RIVER, AB: High River Council is pleased to announce that Tom Maier has been appointed as the new Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) for the Town. Maier has been High River’s acting CAO since January and has been the Town’s Chief Financial Officer since 2011. “Tom has passion, experience and a positive attitude, as well…