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A Whole New Batch of Performers Joins the Big Valley Jamboree Roster
CAMROSE, AB – The Big Valley Jamboree in Camrose, Alberta is getting closer every day, and we have a whole new batch of performers to announce to make that wait just a little bit easier. From kick-off to closing night, our schedule is shaping up quick. Dallas Smith Making his BVJ debut, the first addition…
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Team Canada named for 2015 World Wheelchair Curling Championship
By Al Cameron, Curling Canada Canada will be putting a new-look team on the ice when the 2015 World Wheelchair Curling Championship gets underway Feb. 7 in Lohja, Finland, it was announced today by the Canadian Curling Association. Mark Ideson of London, Ont., will take over skipping the team in Finland, with longtime national team…
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CREB® Forecasts Price Stability amid Easing Demand
Calgary – Housing sales are forecasted to ease by four per cent this year, due to market uncertainty and changes in economic climate, while prices are expected to remain relatively stable with a modest increase of 1.58 per cent on an annual basis, CREB® said today in its annual forecast. Although sales levels are expected to…
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Foothills Lion Tyler Bray Honoured
From Left to right, Brian Sheehan, Past International Director (Minnesota, USA), Tyler Bray and Don Edy, current District Governor of Multiple District 37-0 (Calgary, AB) The inscription reads: International President’s Certificate of Appreciation awarded to Lion Tyler Bray in recognition of Distinguished Achievements in Fulfilling the Mission of Lions Clubs International. The International President’s Certificate…
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System Stops Heart Attacks Before they Happen
Research shows treating patients en route to hospital saves heart muscle EDMONTON — Damage to heart muscle can be prevented by injecting a clot-buster to abort a heart attack before it happens, ideally during a patient’s ambulance ride to hospital, according to new research by local cardiologists recently published in the Canadian Journal of Cardiology.…
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Solutions & Substitutions by Reena: Homemade Fabric Softner
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Recognize Outstanding Childcare Providers
Nominations are now open for the Child Development Professional Awards of Excellence. The awards highlight the importance of early childhood development and recognize the positive impact child development professionals have on pre-school and school-age children. Albertans can visit humanservices.alberta.ca to learn more about the awards and how to nominate a child development professional. Nominations are…
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Wounded Warriors Canada Announces Launch of COPE
ESQUIMALT, BC /CNW/ – Wounded Warriors Canada is proud to announce the launch of COPE (Couples Overcoming PTSD Everyday), an innovative program for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder designed to support currently serving and retired Canadian Armed Forces members, RCMP, and their families. COPE was founded by LCol (retired) Chris Linford and his wife Kathryn. Chris served 33 years…
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Team Canada Completes Continental Cup Triumph
By Al Cameron Calgary – The championship already in their pocket, Team Canada closed out the 2015 World Financial Group Continental Cup, presented by SecurTek Monitoring Solutions, by winning 9.5 of 15 skins points Sunday evening to add $25,000 to their winning prize money. Canada had clinched the Continental Cup title by sweeping the…
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Jasper National Park to Host the Tour of Alberta
Mountain stage a first for the world-renowned cycling race Jasper, Alberta – Jim Eglinski, Member of Parliament for Yellowhead, on behalf of the Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Minister of the Environment and Minister responsible for Parks Canada, together with the representatives from Tour of Alberta, the Municipality of Jasper and Tourism Jasper, today announced that…
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From My Bookshelf ~ Featuring Thrity Umrigar and Brian Morton
By Lynn Willoughby The Story Hour ~ Thrity Umrigar I cannot imagine the loneliness experienced by Lakshmi – a new immigrant with limited English, trapped in a loveless marriage to a domineering man. Lakshmi’s small world is limited to their small restaurant and store. Her husband will not allow her to communicate with her family…
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Harper Government Announces Opening of Redesigned Fifth Bridge in Jasper National Park
Jasper, Alberta – Jim Eglinski, Member of Parliament for Yellowhead, on behalf of the Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Minister of the Environment and Minister responsible for Parks Canada, today announced the re-opening of the Fifth Bridge at Maligne Canyon in Jasper National Park. This infrastructure investment of $825,000 is part of the Government of Canada’s record…
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Webcasts Develop Caregiver Skills
Families and caregivers will have access to information, the latest research and other resources via webcasts on mental health, brain injury, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) and disabilities. The Alberta government is continuing to provide free, helpful information and strategies for family members, caregivers and professionals to support youth with mental health issues, and individuals…
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CFIB Announces Golden Scissors Award Finalists
From liquor laws to remitting taxes less often, award recognizes red tape warriors Toronto – In the lead-up to Red Tape Awareness WeekTM (January 19–23), the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) has announced the finalists for its annual Golden Scissors Award. The award honours an elected official or others in government who have shown…
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Millarville Community Library Looking for a Few Good……Volunteers
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