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Sheldon M. Chumir Health Centre launches its first Give Back Campaign
AHS inner city health centre collects shoeboxes filled with art supplies for children in need Story by Lisa Sutherland The Sheldon M. Chumir Health Centre (SMCHC) is paying forward the spirit of giving to the community through a series of campaigns that will distribute items to Calgarians in need. “These campaigns are about caring for…
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Samaritan Filters now in Schools in Five Countries, Protecting Children from Potentially Deadly Polluted Water
Samaritan’s Purse Canada’s water filters for schools & small communities adapted from its BioSand Filters for households; those filters are benefiting 1.5 million people in developing world What is the world’s water problem? 1) More than 600 million people are trying to survive each day while drinking unfiltered water. 2) Someone, often a child, dies every…
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Sheep Creek Arts Council: AGM and Upcoming Classes
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From the Teacher’s Desk: Sweet Serendipity
By Leonard Quilty Trade your expectation for appreciation and the world changes instantly. ~ Tony Robbins For two days in mid-February, our two day teacher convention took place in downtown Calgary. These two days offer a great opportunity to network with fellow teachers and gain some valuable information to improve our teaching practice. One of…
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Power down with the province to celebrate Earth Hour 2016
Fifty-nine Government of Alberta buildings will be going dark to mark Earth Hour 2016. On Saturday, March 19, from 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. non-essential lighting and electronic equipment will be shut down in government buildings across the province as part of the global observance of Earth Hour. “Our government has committed to being a…
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Alberta Takes Next Steps to Phase-Out Coal Pollution under Climate Leadership Plan
Terry Boston, the retired head of North America’s largest power grid, will lead discussions with coal-fired electricity generation owners as the province transitions from coal to cleaner sources of power. “Pollution from coal-burning power plants is harmful to our health and it’s costing Albertans hundreds of millions in additional health care costs and lost productivity.…
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New BC Provincial Park Protects Majestic Ancient Forest
Premier Christy Clark announced the creation of B.C.’s newest Class A provincial park in the northern region of the province, which makes up part of the only known inland temperate rainforest in the world. The Ancient Forest/Chun T’oh Wudujut (pronounced Chun Toe Wood-yu-jud) Park will be established approximately 120 kilometres east of Prince George, near…
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Planet Waves Weekly Horoscope for March 18 – 25, 2016
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FSD: Longview School Education Plans
Principal Chet Musgrove reviewed the school’s three key goals: Literacy and Numeracy: Both skills are essential for a student’s long term academic success. Utilizing a variety of strategies, tools and data sources, there has been tremendous improvement and growth among students in the first four months of the school year. Chet commended his staff…
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Chuckwagon Racing receives strong support at 2016 Canvas Auction
March 17, 2016 Calgary – After an exciting, action-packed night, the Calgary Stampede is pleased to announce the results of the 2016 Canvas Auction, presented by GMC. More than 180 groups and organizations came out to bid for the opportunity to advertise with the 36 drivers who will be competing in the 2016 GMC…
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Novel Food Product Earns Students Trip to International Food Showcase
By Helen Metella Three Nutrition and Food Science students will take to a major international stage in July, showcasing their ingenious recipe for a gelato made from pulses. The team of Austen Neil, Chandre Van De Merwe and Nicolle Mah placed second at the national competition for Mission ImPULSEible in February, with a scrumptious yet…
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New Banner Artwork Celebrates Beauty of Calgary Architecture
Spring brings to mind freshness, bright colours and vibrancy; nowhere is that more apparent than on the new banners being installed throughout our Centre City. This year, Calgary-based artist Sheila Kernan has produced seven original canvas paintings highlighting Calgary’s urban culture. The paintings integrate architecture from across the city to create unique streetscapes and skylines.…
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Alberta Brings Home Three Awards from the 2016 Canadian Screen Awards
Minister of Culture and Tourism Ricardo Miranda issued the following statement on the recent nominations and wins by Alberta productions and talent at the 2016 Canadian Screen Awards: “Congratulations to all the Alberta winners, as well as each of the nominees. The breadth and scope of Alberta’s highly revered film and television industry continues…
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Town Working to Bring High-Speed Fibre Optic Internet to High River
HIGH RIVER, AB: The Town of High River is currently working with several different companies to bring high-speed fibre optic internet connections to residential and commercial properties throughout town. “Being able to offer our residents and businesses fast and reliable high speed fibre optic internet is a high priority for the Town,” said Kent…
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Trustees Approve High River & Area Boundary Adjustment to Rebalance K-5 Student Population Levels
HIGH RIVER, AB – Following approval (Wednesday) of a plan by Foothills School Division’s Board of Trustees, attendance boundaries for Spitzee Elementary School and École Joe Clark School will be realigned effective September 2016. The decision follows a comprehensive review and community consultation process to consider options to address student population imbalances at the two schools, which…
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