Tag: Good News

  • Liam and Olivia Top Baby Names Again in 2015

    Liam and Olivia Top Baby Names Again in 2015

    The graduating class of 2033 will abound with classic names. In 2015, the province welcomed 56,529 little Albertans to the world – 27,712 girls and 28,816 boys. With 2015 being another record breaking year for births in the province, Alberta’s future is exceptionally bright. The top name for boys was Liam at 301 and the…

  • Breathtaking Historic Photographs Digitized to Bring Canada’s Past to Life

    Breathtaking Historic Photographs Digitized to Bring Canada’s Past to Life

    New collections contain more than 82,000 images and 668,000 historical records that paint a picture of life in post-Confederation Canada Historic photo albums and Homestead grant records span period of nearly sixty years, ranging from 1872-1930 Photos include scenes of early Prairie life and images of well-known Canadian landmarks taken more than 100 years ago…

  • Canadian Angus Association Presents Western Feedlot of the Year Award to Korova Feeders, Doug & Helga Price

    ROCKY VIEW COUNTY, AB – The Canadian Angus Association is pleased to honour Korova Feeders, Doug and Helga Price of Acme, Alberta with the Western Feedlot of the Year Award. This award was presented at Carcass 101 held in Olds, AB, June 21-22. Korova Feeders has a 30,000 head capacity at two feedlot locations. The…

  • Canada Day at the Bar U Ranch NHS

    Canada Day at the Bar U Ranch NHS

    Parks Canada invites visitors to the Bar U Ranch National Historic Site for Canada Day PEKISKO, ALBERTA, June 30, 2016 – On Friday, July 1, visitors are invited to celebrate Canada’s 149th birthday at Bar U Ranch National Historic Site. Admission will be free all day. 10:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.:  Post Office Calgary International Pin Club, Pin Trading…

  • Where There’s Water, There’s Risk

    Where There’s Water, There’s Risk

    With temperatures heating up, citizens are reminded to enjoy our lakes, rivers and waterways this summer in a safe and responsible way. Wearing a proper-fitting life jacket is the number one precaution people of all ages can take. The City of Calgary and Calgary Police Service (CPS) are urging boaters and rafters to use them…

  • Canada Day at the Alberta Legislature

    Canada Day at the Alberta Legislature

    Canada Day at the Legislature offers free entertainment from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on July 1. The Welcome Ceremony will kick off the event with a 21-gun salute at noon followed by pipe band performances, the singing of O Canada and greetings from our province’s leaders on the front steps of the Legislature. The…

  • Town of High River Seeking Instructors for Youth Fall Recreation Programs

    Town of High River Seeking Instructors for Youth Fall Recreation Programs

    The Town of High River community programming division is currently searching for qualified instructors for the following upcoming youth fall programs: Basketball (6-8yrs) (9-12yrs) Badminton (6-8yrs) (9-12yrs) Soccer (6-8yrs) (9-12yrs) Volleyball (6-8yrs) Recreational Hockey (6-8yrs) (9-12yrs) Kinder Recreational Hockey (4-6yrs) Certification such as First Aid, NCCP, High Five, AFLCA, or other adequate training would be…

  • Canada Day 2016 Celebrations in Waterton Lakes National Park

    Canada Day 2016 Celebrations in Waterton Lakes National Park

    In celebration of Canada’s 149th birthday, on Friday, July 1, Parks Canada is hosting a bike parade, flag raising ceremony and birthday party in Waterton Lakes National Park. Entry to this spectacular park is free on Canada Day! Canada Day events begin with a bike parade through the picturesque Waterton Village. All are welcome to…

  • Commander RCN “Rowed Ashore” in Change of Command Ceremony

    Commander RCN “Rowed Ashore” in Change of Command Ceremony

    By Darlene Blakeley Vice-Admiral Mark Norman was “rowed ashore” by senior naval officers as he relinquished command of the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) on June 23, 2016 at Her Majesty’s Canadian Ship Carleton, home of Ottawa’s Naval Reserve Division, along the shore of Dow’s Lake. In a 27-foot whaler borrowed from HMCS Ontario Cadet Training…

  • Wildrose Launches on Your Side: Brian Jean Summer Town Hall Series

    Wildrose Launches on Your Side: Brian Jean Summer Town Hall Series

    EDMONTON, AB: This week, Wildrose announced On Your Side: Brian Jean Summer Town Hall Series to outline Wildrose Leader Brian Jean’s vision for the province and invite all common sense Albertans to come together and determine the future of Alberta’s next government. Jean will launch his kick-off event on July 15 in Airdrie. All Albertans are…

  • Eight Community Leaders to Receive Alberta’s Highest Honour

    Eight Community Leaders to Receive Alberta’s Highest Honour

    Eight distinguished Albertans will become members of the Alberta Order of Excellence in 2016. The order is the province’s highest honour a citizen can receive and is an official part of the Canadian Honours System. “The leaders joining the Alberta Order of Excellence this year remind us of the power we each hold to make…

  • Celebrate Canada Day with Parks Canada

    Celebrate Canada Day with Parks Canada

    Parks Canada welcomes visitors with free admission on Canada Day Parks Canada’s places represent the very best that Canada has to offer and tell stories of who we are, including the history, cultures and contributions of Indigenous Peoples. The Minister of the Environment and Climate Change and Minister responsible for Parks Canada, Catherine McKenna, invites…

  • Turner Valley Commemorative Tree and Bench Program

    Turner Valley Commemorative Tree and Bench Program

    The Town of Turner Valley is pleased to announce the launch of its new Commemorative Tree and Bench Program. The public is invited to pay tribute to a person or occasion by purchasing a park bench or tree to recognize the life of a loved one or celebrate an event in the community. For more…

  • Solutions & Substitutions by Reena: Cleaning Jets in a Jetted Tub

    By Reena Nerbas Cleaning Showers, Jetted Tubs and Restoring Colour to Towels Dear Reena, Today I have both, a tip and two questions. My tip: When cleaning your tub or shower, spray it with your cleaner and wipe it down while wearing a pair of dollar store exfoliating gloves. These gloves are inexpensive, reusable, have just enough…

  • Health of Immune System of Babies Tied to Moms Consuming a Specific Type of Choline

    Health of Immune System of Babies Tied to Moms Consuming a Specific Type of Choline

    ALES (Faculty of Agriculture, Life & Environmental Sciences at UAlberta) researchers find they need a form found in eggs, beef and chicken By Helen Metella, University of Alberta Lactating women and their babies may not only require choline to maintain immune function, but the kind of choline they consume may be just as important as…