Tag: Good News

  • Alberta Parks Makes Booking Campsites Easier with Mobile Access

    Alberta Parks Makes Booking Campsites Easier with Mobile Access

    In response to user demand, many campsites in Alberta’s provincial park campgrounds can now be booked on personal devices through Reserve.AlbertaParks.ca (RAP). People can use RAP while on the go, making it easy to change a campsite booking, extend a stay or reserve their next camping trip. And there’s more. The RAP website has undergone…

  • NEB report recommends conditional approval of the Trans Mountain Expansion Project

    NEB report recommends conditional approval of the Trans Mountain Expansion Project

    May 19, 2016 – Calgary, Alberta – National Energy Board The National Energy Board (NEB or the Board) has issued a 533-page report recommending Governor in Council approve the Trans Mountain Expansion Project (Project), subject to 157 conditions. The Board recommendation follows a public hearing process that included a thorough scientific and technical examination of all…

  • Millarville Racetrack and Ag Society Golf Tournament

    Millarville Racetrack and Ag Society Golf Tournament

    Turner Valley Golf Club June 6, 2016 Register Now We are looking forward to our 3rd annual MRAS golf tournament on Monday June 6, 2016 at the Turner Valley Golf Course. Last year our tournament was blessed with hot, sunny weather and we are predicting the same this year. In any given year, our not‐for‐profit…

  • National Prescription Drug Drop-off Day

    National Prescription Drug Drop-off Day

    Drop off your expired or unused medication at Pharmasave in Black Diamond this Saturday! On Saturday, May 21, 2016, Canadians are reminded of the importance of cleaning out their medicine cabinets and safely disposing of unused and expired medications by returning them to their local pharmacy. Each year, the Canadian Centre on Substance Abuse (CCSA)…

  • Bill 16 Would Make Alberta’s Roads Safer

    Bill 16 Would Make Alberta’s Roads Safer

    The Government of Alberta is introducing amendments to the Traffic Safety Act to protect Albertans with legislation that addresses current traffic safety issues. “As Minister of Transportation, my primary objective is to ensure that passengers, pedestrians and drivers are safe. We are making amendments to the Traffic Safety Act to enhance public safety and to…

  • ATB Place, Edmonton Skyline Come Alive

    ATB Place, Edmonton Skyline Come Alive

    Edmonton — To celebrate the arrival of Apple Pay in Alberta, ATB Financial, with the help of Edmonton-based Production World, turned its downtown Edmonton headquarters into an 80-metre tall, 30-metre wide, digital canvas of spectacular images that made the Alberta capital city’s skyline come alive. Even the Calgary Tower became part of the Edmonton cityscape! The 10-minute…

  • Marie and Shelly, Our Circus Elephants, to Help Their Endangered Friends in Sumatra

    Marie and Shelly, Our Circus Elephants, to Help Their Endangered Friends in Sumatra

    The Royal Canadian Circus will be performing over the long weekend (May 20 – 23) at Spruce Meadows. Visit the website to see their full touring schedule and purchase tickets. The Royal Canadian Circus last minute relocation to the Town of Olds Alberta, from Fort McMurry, and the free benefit performance put on by the cast…

  • The Salvation Army Raises Over $650,000 for Alberta Fire Response

    The Salvation Army Raises Over $650,000 for Alberta Fire Response

    Edmonton – The Salvation Army has now raised $651,524 for the Alberta fire response efforts. While The Salvation Army is still serving food to some of the first responders, we are experiencing increased demand for our assistance from Fort McMurray evacuees across the province. Our community and social service programs are distributing food, clothing and other…

  • Junior Canadian Rangers to compete in National Marksmanship Championship

    Junior Canadian Rangers to compete in National Marksmanship Championship

    Edmonton, Alberta – Fifty Junior Canadian Rangers (JCRs) from across Canada will have an opportunity to test their shooting skills at the National Marksmanship Championship (NMC) from May 17 to 19, 2016, at the Lecture Training Facility in Edmonton, Alberta. The marksmanship program is an integral part of the Junior Canadian Ranger Program’s traditional skills curriculum,…

  • Phased re-entry into Fort McMurray expected to start June 1

    Phased re-entry into Fort McMurray expected to start June 1

    May 18, 2016 A voluntary, phased re-entry for the safe return of Fort McMurray residents will begin June 1 if future wildfire conditions do not delay restoration efforts. Re-entry should be complete by June 15, to coincide with full restoration of Northern Lights Regional Health Centre. We will be directing that schools in the area…

  • Please join us for ARF-WALK on the Friendship Trail June 11th to raise money for Animal Rescue Foundation

    Please join us for ARF-WALK on the Friendship Trail June 11th to raise money for Animal Rescue Foundation

    Turner Valley/Black Diamond….There will be a lot of wagging tails on the Friendship Trail on Saturday, June 11th as ARF-WALK gets underway at 11:00a.m. This event is a fundraiser for Animal Rescue Foundation (ARF) and there will also be “dog games, fun activities and prizes” following the walk. The event is being organized by two grade 8…

  • The City of Calgary named one of Canada’s Greenest Employers

    The City of Calgary named one of Canada’s Greenest Employers

    The City of Calgary has been named one of Canada’s Greenest Employers for 2016 based on a national evaluation conducted by MediaCorp Canada Inc. This award recognizes 65 employers across Canada that are leading the way in environmental sustainability. An award presentation took place on Monday, May 16 in Council. The City of Calgary was…

  • Solutions & Substitutions by Reena: Cleaning Metals

    By Reena Nerbas Refresh Velcro Dear Reena, How can I refresh Velcro that no longer clings to my shoes? Verajean Dear Verajean, Clean Velcro using a metal pet brush or plastic comb and tweezers if necessary. After the loops are free of debris, wash Velcro with soapy water and rinse with water. Cleaning Brass Plaque…

  • Canada Post Welcomes Public Input

    Canada Post Welcomes Public Input

    Statement from Minister of Public Services and Procurement Judy M. Foote on the Review of Canada Post OTTAWA, Ontario, May 2016 – The Government of Canada promised Canadians they would receive quality service from Canada Post at a reasonable price. In keeping with this commitment, today I am announcing an independent review of Canada Post.…

  • Red Cross Distributes $30 Million to Evacuees in Just One Day

    Red Cross Distributes $30 Million to Evacuees in Just One Day

    EDMONTON /CNW/ – In just one day, more than half of the $50 million offered by the Canadian Red Cross to help people affected by the Alberta wildfires has already reached thousands of families in need of basic items during this difficult time. In 24 hours, the Red Cross successfully provided more than $30 million in…