Tag: Good News

Calgary Dementia Patients and Their Caregivers to Benefit from Expanded First Link Program

People living with dementia, their families and caregivers will have more access to critical information and supports with the expansion of the First Link program to Calgary. First Link is an early intervention program that helps physicians and community service providers connect people with dementia and their caregivers to education, services and supports as early…

August 11, 2016
Marvel at the Perseids Meteor Shower in Waterton Lakes National Park

Come experience this annual astronomical phenomenon in one of Canada’s most treasured places. What could be more magical than watching meteors shoot across the sky in one of Canada’s most treasured places? You are invited to join Parks Canada staff and volunteer astronomers in Waterton Lakes National Park for a spectacle like no other, the…

August 11, 2016
When to Upgrade your Tablet

A tech favourite for those young and old alike, tablets are a lighter, bag-friendly option for playing apps, reading books and news, watching videos, and surfing the web. They’re also great for students and others who are on the go and offer many of the same features you would find on a laptop while providing…

August 11, 2016
Programs Prepare Alberta Companies for International Success

A new suite of programs will provide additional support for Alberta small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) entering new international markets. Alberta companies interested in exporting to new international markets will get more support through the Alberta Export Expansion Package. The package consists of three new programs with a total of up to $9 million in…

August 11, 2016
Antipsychotic Toolkit now Available Nationwide

‘Alberta is the leading province in this work’ Story by Jennifer Green Clinicians across the country can now access an AHS toolkit on the appropriate use of antipsychotics (AUA) in long-term care through Choosing Wisely Canada. The toolkit, called When Psychosis Isn’t the Diagnosis, focuses on reducing the amount of antipsychotics patients receive in long-term…

August 11, 2016
Government of Canada Seeking Nominations for New World Heritage Sites

Minister McKenna re-opens UNESCO World Heritage nominations for first time in over a decade From Lunenberg, N.S., to Kluane in Yukon to the great Rocky Mountains, Canadians are lucky to have some of the world’s most incredible historic and natural wonders right in our backyards. Canada is already home to 18 UNESCO World Heritage sites,…

August 11, 2016
Healthy Tips from Pharmasave: Integrative Medicine and Your Doctor

Are you keeping your use of complementary health options from your doctor, for fear of disapproval? While you might believe that your doctor may not wish to discuss complementary or integrative medicine, you shouldn’t really make any assumptions. Some doctors are open to complementary care, and may even refer you to a practitioner. But do…

August 11, 2016
Rio 2016 Day 6: Results

By Tavia Bakowski Day 6 of the Rio2016 Olympic Games brings Oleksiak back for her freestyle final, a ton of rowing and the beginning of track cycling. Fans and athletes have taken to social media to support #TeamCanada After winning another bronze in the 4x200m freestyle relay, Team Canada charges ahead to a jam packed day. Boxing Arthur Biyarslanov has…

August 11, 2016
Paddle Canada: Paddlesmart’s Three T’s of Water Safety

August 10, 2016
Calgary Police Rodeo: Fantastic Family Fun for a Worthwhile Cause

This year the rodeo will be held at the Cochrane Rodeo Grounds on Saturday, August 13th with the rodeo starting at 1pm. Kids carnival activities will start at 8am. Check out the CPS band Frontline performing at the grounds on Friday night starting at 8pm. By Matt Beauchamp, Content Contributor The rodeo season, and the…

August 10, 2016
Canada’s Army Reserve to Conduct Summer Training Exercises Across the Country

Ottawa – Throughout the month of August, approximately 4,600 reservists from the Canadian Army’s four divisions will be training in several areas throughout Canada. The training, often located in challenging locations, is to be focused on enhancing military skills such as reacting to direct and indirect fire, operating command posts, tactical movement, and warfighting in day…

August 10, 2016
Top 5 Back-to-School Health Essentials

With children across the country gearing up to begin another year of school, what better time to explore some ideas to help ensure your child gets off to a healthy and happy start? Here are the top five back-to-school health tips to consider. 1. Set bedtimes. It’s essential for kids (and adults) to get a…

August 10, 2016
Alberta’s Year of the Ukrainian-Canadian Declared

Deron Bilous, Alberta’s Minister of Economic Development and Trade, has declared “Alberta’s Year of the Ukrainian-Canadian” during celebrations of the 125th year of Ukrainian immigration to Canada. The minister made the announcement while speaking during Ukrainian Day celebrations at the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village. “Generations of Ukrainians overcame many challenges for a new start in…

August 10, 2016
Wildrose Shadow Economic Development and Trade Minister Launches Tour

CALGARY, AB: Wildrose Shadow Economic Development and Trade Minister Prasad Panda launched a fact-finding tour, Monday, to meet with local businesses, economic development associations, incubators and accelerators on how to diversify Alberta’s economy and attract investment. The tour will be an opportunity to talk face to face with job creators in the province about the…

August 10, 2016
Longview Library News: The Power of the Library Card

By Sylvia Binkley The power of your library card is most impressive. We encourage you to explore all aspects of it. When you become a library member, you will come under the umbrella of the Marigold Library System. It consists of individual libraries organized in a network which collectively serves the needs of residents in…

August 10, 2016