Tag: Good News

  • Western Canada Unites in Fight Against Invasive Species

    Western Canada Unites in Fight Against Invasive Species

    A  joint agreement among Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Yukon tightens the grip on invasive species. The Inter-Provincial Territorial Agreement for Co-ordinated Regional Defence Against Invasive Species is a step towards better co-ordination among jurisdictions on both prevention and co-ordinated response if invasive species are detected in Western Canada. The initial scope of this agreement…

  • Canada 150 Infrastructure Program Accepting New Applications

    Canada 150 Infrastructure Program Accepting New Applications

    High River, AB – The Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program is part of Canada 150 Celebrates, the Government of Canada’s celebration of our country’s 150th anniversary. In a new round of applications, the Government of Canada will invest in projects seeking to renovate, expand and improve existing community infrastructure, with a focus on recreational facilities,…

  • Students Support Climate Leadership in Alberta Schools

    Students Support Climate Leadership in Alberta Schools

    Six high school students representing 3,000 youth share their ideas for how Alberta schools should support climate leadership shown by the provincial government. Today, a representative group of student authors presented a white paper to Environment and Parks Minister Shannon Phillips and Education Minister David Eggen. It includes recommendations in four key areas: curriculum, student…

  • The City of Calgary wins National Innovation Award

    The City of Calgary wins National Innovation Award

    The City of Calgary has been awarded the 2016 Canadian Association of Municipal Administrators (CAMA) Award for Innovation for the Residential ePermit program. Nominated in the Over 100,000 Population category, Residential ePermit makes it easier and faster for homebuilders and contractors to apply for permits, pay for services and manage inspections. The awards presentation took…

  • Three Times the Excitement- A trio of Humboldt penguin chicks join the colony in Penguin Plunge

    Three Times the Excitement- A trio of Humboldt penguin chicks join the colony in Penguin Plunge

    Calgary, AB – Wednesday, the Calgary Zoo marked World Ocean’s Day with the arrival of three Humboldt penguin chicks. These birds join the 17 other Humboldt penguins in the zoo’s colony: Chick #1 hatched on May 14, 2016 to parents, Estaban (male) and Karina (female) Chick #2 hatched on May 16, 2016 to parents, Horatio (male)…

  • 2016 Diamond Valley Parade and Discovery Days

    2016 Diamond Valley Parade and Discovery Days

    It was lovely to see the weather cooperate last Saturday for the 2016 Diamond Valley Parade and Discovery Days – with blue skies, the sun shining and thousands of smiling faces. The Parade in Black Diamond attracted an audience of over 4,000 and was a spectacular hit once again. From the colourful Mounties to the Longview…

  • Reunion of Old Turner Valley Junior & Senior High Schools

    Reunion of Old Turner Valley Junior & Senior High Schools

    Welcome Alumni of the Turner Valley Junior and Senior High Schools from the 1940s, 1950s and 1960s Joyce (Compton) Berkholtz is organizing this year’s reunion to be held in Turner Valley on Saturday, September 10th and Sunday, September 11th, 2016. Dinner will be on Saturday, September 10th, 6:00pm at the Legion in Turner Valley. For…

  • Celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Seniors’ Week in Alberta

    Celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Seniors’ Week in Alberta

    Seniors’ Week in Alberta is a terrific opportunity to recognize the lasting contributions of seniors to our province. From June 6-12, Seniors’ Week will be celebrated at over 100 special events across the province. All Albertans are encouraged to attend an event, catch up with the seniors in your own life, or take a moment…

  • 2016 Diamond Valley Parade and Discovery Days [Video and Pics]

    2016 Diamond Valley Parade and Discovery Days [Video and Pics]

    We wanted to share as much visual from this event as possible, as well as showcase some of the different ways content can be presented through the Gateway Gazette. We hope you ENJOY this pictorial as much as everyone enjoyed the day. Also be sure to checkout our Parade Video – Click Here! Video Slideshow…

  • Government Reinforcing Commitment to Improving Alberta’s Air Quality with New Monitoring Station in St. Albert on Clean Air Day

    Government Reinforcing Commitment to Improving Alberta’s Air Quality with New Monitoring Station in St. Albert on Clean Air Day

    Government unveiled a new air-quality monitoring station and updated Air Quality Health Index (AQHI) Canada mobile app as part of commitment to cleaning up Alberta’s air at St. Albert Clean Air Day event. In partnership with the City of St. Albert, the Alberta government unveiled its first air-quality monitoring station in that city. Consistent, long-term…

  • MP John Barlow Encourages Applications to “Daughters of the Vote”

    MP John Barlow Encourages Applications to “Daughters of the Vote”

      High River, AB- Join Equal Voice and the Government of Canada in a historic national initiative to mark the 100th anniversary of women’s formal political engagement in 2016 — along with Canada’s 150th birthday in 2017. 100 years ago, some women in three Canadian provinces (Alberta, Manitoba and Saskatchewan) won the right to vote…

  • Why Use a Mini Horse as a Blind Guide?

    Why Use a Mini Horse as a Blind Guide?

    Guide Horse Foundation There are many compelling reasons to use miniature horses as guide animals. Horses are natural guide animals and have been guiding humans for centuries. In nature, horses have been shown to possess a natural guide instinct. When another horse goes blind in a herd, a sighted horse accepts responsibility for the welfare…

  • Jann Arden & Paul Brandt to lead Stampede Parade during “Year of Music”

    Jann Arden & Paul Brandt to lead Stampede Parade during “Year of Music”

    Stampede announces special parade entry to recognize collective wildfire response Calgary – The Calgary Stampede is excited to announce that in honour of our city’s “Year of Music” celebration, singer-songwriter Jann Arden and home-grown country music superstar Paul Brandt will lead the Calgary Stampede Parade. Fresh off hosting the 2016 Juno Awards, Calgary-born Arden is…

  • Vets Canada Coast to Coast 2016 Tour of Duty This Saturday

    Vets Canada Coast to Coast 2016 Tour of Duty This Saturday

    Hundreds of Volunteers Will Be Searching For Homeless Veterans Calgary Walk Location: Date: Saturday, June 11th, 2016 Time: 1 pm MDT Rallying Point: Celebration Square (C Square) – 502 7th Ave. SE, Calgary Veterans Emergency Transition Services Canada (VETS Canada) is holding the first Coast to Coast Tour of Duty; a National walk in search of Veterans…

  • Newfie Night in Nanton ~ Screeched Up a Storm

    Newfie Night in Nanton ~ Screeched Up a Storm

    One hundred and thirty four people attended the Boys & Girls Club of the Foothills Newfie Night in Nanton on May 28th.  The event was a fundraiser for the people from Fort McMurray. There were about 10 Fort Mac evacuees in attendance and those I had a chance to speak with were all very grateful…