Tag: Good News

  • Marigold Library System News: Alberta Libraries

    Marigold Library System News: Alberta Libraries

    Alberta Budget – More Funding for AB Public Libraries The Alberta budget announced on March 26th included more funding for Alberta’s public libraries. Late that afternoon, Minister Diana McQueen shared the news that provincial operating grants for public libraries have increased by $3.5 million. This will allow per capita grant amounts to increase by 10…

  • Turner Valley School News: PYSANKY

    Turner Valley School News: PYSANKY

    Grade 3 and 3/4 participated in a hands-on study of the Ukraine Easter traditions making Pysanky before Spring Break. Pysanky is a Ukrainian Easter egg, decorated with traditional Ukrainian folk designs using a wax-resist (batik)  method. The designs are not painted on, but written with beeswax using a tool called a kiska.

  • Birth of a Nation Day Ceremony in Okotoks Today

    Birth of a Nation Day Ceremony in Okotoks Today

      The Town and the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 291 Okotoks are hosting a public event to recognize the Canadian troops who fought at the battle of Vimy Ridge on April 9th, 1917. A special march starts at 6pm from the Elks Hall (62 Elizabeth St.) and proceeds to the Cenotaph for a brief Remembrance Ceremony…

  • RCMP Announce Winners of the 2015 RCMP Name the Puppy Contest

    RCMP Announce Winners of the 2015 RCMP Name the Puppy Contest

    INNISFAIL, Alberta – Thirteen puppies born at the RCMP Police Dog Service Training Centre (PDSTC) now have names, thanks to boys and girls from all across Canada. The PDSTC received over 21,000 entries to this year’s Name the Puppy contest—more than twice the number of entries received last year! Because of the unprecedented response, Inspector…

  • High River Online: The High River Food Bank Needs Your Help

    High River Online: The High River Food Bank Needs Your Help

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  • Turner Valley School: Ask the Principal ~ Full Day Kindergarten

    Why is TVS moving to full day (every other day) Kindergarten next year? At TVS our program for Kindergarten has been every day, half day all year long. Next year Kindergarten will be full days, every other day. This means either a Tuesday/Thursday or a Monday/Wednesday class with a few Fridays for each class. Our…

  • Dr. Wayne Burwash named the 2015 Alberta Horse Industry Distinguished Service Award Winner

    Dr. Wayne Burwash named the 2015 Alberta Horse Industry Distinguished Service Award Winner

      This article is courtesy of the Horse Industry Association of Alberta Airdrie, Alta. – On January 10, 2015, at the 33rd annual Horse Breeders and Owners Conference, the Horse Industry Association of Alberta (HIAA) proudly presented the Distinguished Service Award to Dr. Wayne Burwash in recognition of his lasting influence and contributions to the…

  • Turner Valley School News – Spring Break

    April is a great month not only because we have Easter break, but the weather is turning more summer-like every day. Spring is going to fly by with all the activities already planned. The BIG event is our Spring Theater Production “Oz” on April 29 and 30th! Feel free to spread the word as the…

  • The Military Museums – Mural of Honour

    The Military Museums – Mural of Honour

    The Making of the Mural The Mural project was launched in November 2005 to raise funds for the Founders’ Gallery at the Military Museums. The Mural was installed partially completed in the foyer of the Military Museums in Calgary in November 2006. After many months of work, the completed mural was unveiled on 9 November…

  • Longview Library News: Music Fills the Library

    Longview Library News: Music Fills the Library

    By Sylvia Binkley A delightful concert was performed in the library on March 31st. Denisha Teichroeb, Sierra Butler and Danah Boutin treated us all to an afternoon of classical music on their stringed instruments. They were gracious and composed for ones so young. They described the history of their instruments and gave a brief history…

  • Calgary Parks: Let’s Partner to Plant Trees

    Calgary Parks: Let’s Partner to Plant Trees

    By Althea Livingston, Calgary Parks With the 25 NeighbourWoods communities for 2015 now selected we are looking for your help! If you live in one of the communities listed below, now is the time to register online or call 311 to volunteer to plant a City-tree in your community. “Because of the September snow storm,…

  • High Country Rockies “Faceoff in the Foothills”

    High Country Rockies “Faceoff in the Foothills”

      By Jodie Sieben The High Country Rockies Minor hockey association together with numerous parent volunteers and support from local businesses in the area pulled off an amazing hockey tournament this year! The annual “Faceoff in the Foothills” Atom level tournament was a great success; as it has been for many years now. The tournament…

  • Study Explores Power of Digital Storytelling on Childhood Cancer Patients

    Study Explores Power of Digital Storytelling on Childhood Cancer Patients

    Faculty of Nursing researcher launches study with Kids Cancer Care It is an ancient art that, in this digital age of computers, cameras and cellphones, takes on an entirely new and compelling form — the art of telling stories. And while a component of weaving a tale has often included some element of learning, a new study…

  • Rowan Residents Treated to ‘Day at the Spa’

    Rowan Residents Treated to ‘Day at the Spa’

      When women arrive at Rowan House, they often have very little more than the clothes on their backs. While we do provide them with basic clothes, pajamas and toiletries to get them through their stay, it’s not the same as having your own closet, make-up and hair accessories. As noted by the Look Good…

  • Government Improves Agriculture Cash Advance Program for 2015

    Government Improves Agriculture Cash Advance Program for 2015

    Ottawa, Ontario MP Barlow would like to highlight a recent announcement made by the Federal Government. On March 20, 2015, Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz highlighted major enhancements to the Advance Payments Program (APP) designed to improve and streamline administration, provide greater flexibility and more repayment options, and ease access to the program for producers. On…