Tag: Good News

  • From My Bookshelf: Fiona Barton

    From My Bookshelf: Fiona Barton

    By Lynn Willoughby The Widow ~ Fiona Barton This debut novel has been called “a delightfully trashy thriller.”  I totally agree. There are several stories going on here – Jean, a quiet hairdresser who is wooed by Glen Taylor.  Glen orders Jean’s food, is always critical of her choices, changes careers frequently, doesn’t want children.  Soon…

  • Health Minister Announces Funding for First Nations Health Facilities in Alberta

    Health Minister Announces Funding for First Nations Health Facilities in Alberta

    Maskwacis, AB – Health Canada The Government of Canada is committed to supporting Alberta First Nations communities overcome the difficulties they are facing with respect to social conditions and health. Prior to a series of meetings with First Nations leadership in Alberta this week, Federal Minister of Health Jane Philpott announced the Government of Canada…

  • Heritage Tourism Gets Boost from Major Investment

    Heritage Tourism Gets Boost from Major Investment

    A multimillion-dollar expansion of Fort Edmonton Park, supported by the Alberta government, means new jobs and economic growth for the city, the province and one of Alberta’s favourite tourism destinations. Funding of $33.5 through the Alberta Jobs Plan will be used to build the Indigenous Peoples’ Experience and three other key initiatives at Fort Edmonton.…

  • GreenTRIP Criteria Changed to Leverage Federal Money

    GreenTRIP Criteria Changed to Leverage Federal Money

    The Government of Alberta is expanding its Green Transit Incentives Program (GreenTRIP) to include such things as transit-stop upgrades and pilot projects for new transit. The expansion is in line with the provincial government’s commitment to give all Albertans more public transportation options. It also means the province will qualify for all projects eligible for…

  • RCMP – Olds Detachment – Caught you wearing you helmet!

    RCMP – Olds Detachment – Caught you wearing you helmet!

    Olds Detachment RCMP are pleased to announce an initiative to encourage bicycle helmet compliance for youth.  In Alberta a cyclist must wear a helmet until they reach the age of 18 years old.  In June members of the detachment and the Mountain Bike Unit delivered bike rodeo’s to Grade 4 students in area schools.  The rodeos focus on…

  • Province Partners with Cold Lake First Nations to Redevelop Recreation Area

    Province Partners with Cold Lake First Nations to Redevelop Recreation Area

    The province is working with the Cold Lake First Nations (CLFN) to redevelop the English Bay Provincial Recreation Area into an Alberta Parks cultural and recreation destination. “The province is proud to have the Cold Lake First Nations contribute to the English Bay Provincial Recreation Area redevelopment. Together, we will create a premier recreation destination…

  • It’s a Super Sonic Staycation Experience…and it’s just about here!

    It’s a Super Sonic Staycation Experience…and it’s just about here!

    Wetaskiwin Wings and Wheels begins – in the air – on July 20th The gates to Alberta’s summer of excitement open in just two weeks, at 3:00 PM on Wednesday, July 20th!  Wetaskiwin Wings and Wheels is a four-day staycation adventure of supersonic summer excitement in the air, thunderous speed on the ground and a…

  • How One Chuckwagon Driver Started the Tradition of Stampede Pancake Breakfasts

    How One Chuckwagon Driver Started the Tradition of Stampede Pancake Breakfasts

    by Bailee Billington, 2016 Calgary Stampede Princess Reply Howdy everyone! Stampede is (here), and for Queen Maggie, Princess Chelsey and me that means our schedule is getting pretty full. As you know, we’ve travelled all over the world and been to many different kinds of events during our reign. One thing that has a special place…

  • ‘Tin Star’ Returns to Film Episode Two in High River July 11-15

    ‘Tin Star’ Returns to Film Episode Two in High River July 11-15

    HIGH RIVER, AB: Production crews from Kudos Film and Television will arrive in High River on July 11 to film episode two of the new ‘Tin Star’ series. Crews will move their work trucks into town and park in the gravel lot between 128/130 4 Avenue S.W., and the lot south of High River United…

  • Help Shine a Light on Alberta’s Outstanding Volunteers

    Help Shine a Light on Alberta’s Outstanding Volunteers

    A provincewide search is on for Alberta’s outstanding volunteers, and people can help by nominating their own local hero for a Stars of Alberta Volunteer Award. These awards recognize the exemplary service of volunteers whose contributions have made a lasting impact on their communities and the lives of their fellow Albertans. “Alberta volunteers are the…

  • Family Fishing Weekend is Here Again

    Family Fishing Weekend is Here Again

    On July 9 and 10, Albertans young and old are invited to take advantage of free fishing across the province – no licence required, but all other sport fishing regulations apply. Family fishing weekends are offered twice a year in Alberta – during the Family Day weekend and during National Fishing Week in the summer.…

  • The Calgary Stampede – A 10-Gallon, White-Hat Welcome: Minister’s Statement

    The Calgary Stampede – A 10-Gallon, White-Hat Welcome: Minister’s Statement

    Culture and Tourism Minister Ricardo Miranda has issued the following statement to mark this year’s Calgary Stampede: “As Minister of Culture and Tourism, I want to welcome everyone to the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth, the world-famous Calgary Stampede. It’s a great time to celebrate our agriculture and rural community and western heritage. “There is…

  • Lamaze Leads Two in a Row to Start ‘North American’ Tournament, Presented by Rolex, at Spruce Meadows

    Lamaze Leads Two in a Row to Start ‘North American’ Tournament, Presented by Rolex, at Spruce Meadows

    Lamaze Leads Two in a Row to Start ‘North American’ Tournament, Presented by Rolex, at Spruce Meadows Calgary, AB, Canada – The ‘North American’ Tournament CSI5*, presented by Rolex, kicked off at Spruce Meadows on Wednesday with three feature competitions in the International Ring and two wins in a row for Canada’s Eric Lamaze. The…

  • Essential Tips for a Safe Stampede

    Essential Tips for a Safe Stampede

    By Sky England, communications advisor We can’t believe that Stampede week is almost here! As you dust off your boots and shine your buckle, here are a few little tips for a safe Stampede. Taking care of yourself Travel light. Wear comfortable footwear (remember to break in those cowboy boots early!). Pace yourself. Know when and…

  • BBQ on the Terrace at Your AGA This Month

    BBQ on the Terrace at Your AGA This Month

    Join us Friday, July 15 for a special summer BBQ on the terrace edition of Vibe, pop-up live music at your AGA Edmonton, AB (June 29, 2016) —On Friday, July 15, we’re moving the festivities outside to the third level terrace for a special summer BBQ edition of Vibe. Enjoy the long prairie night, take…