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Province Invests in Search and Rescue Team Training
The Government of Alberta will provide $300,000 to volunteer-based search and rescue organizations to support training across the province. “When a loved one is missing, we turn to the brave volunteers who dedicate their time to finding those who are lost or injured. Just as these individuals are committed to the communities they serve,…
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Diamond Valley Block Parent Program Looking for Volunteers
How the Block Parent® Program Works Block Parents are responsible adults who care sufficiently about the well-being of children and others to volunteer their homes as a temporary refuge in an emergency. All Block Parents are screened by the police and are given instructions on the program by local volunteers. The Block Parent® window sign…
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From My Bookshelf: Featuring Sandra Dallas and Richard Wagamese
By Lynn Willoughby The Last Midwife ~ Sandra Dallas Historical fiction, well written, is my favourite read and Dallas never lets me down. Her books are easy but filled with information and always have a twist I don’t see coming. This novel is centered around Gracy Brookens, a midwife in the 19th century in a…
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Turner Valley School News: Hopping into Spring
March is here and the year is flying by at Turner Valley School. February was a busy month with many activities on the go for staff and students alike. We are looking forward to our second round of student-led conferences on March 8th & 9th and will be issuing learner profile reports on March 24th. We are committed to having our students…
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FSD News: Lisa Willis Presented “Bus Driver of the Year” Award
In making the announcement, Sean Yakabuski, FSD’s Director of Transportation said: “This is a true testament to Lisa’s driving capabilities, professionalism and her ability to build and maintain relationships with both students and parents.” The award will be formally presented at the 2016 Alberta Student Transportation Advisory Council (ASTAC) Convention in Red Deer, March…
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March is Easter Seals Month
Easter Seals Alberta names its 2016 Youth Ambassadors Calgary, AB – The month of March marks the time of year Easter Seals Canada launches a nationwide month-long campaign to amplify the courageous stories of Canadian kids and young adults with disabilities, living lives to their full potential. Albertans can give their support by donating online…
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Government Enrolment Funding Supports Students and Additional Teachers
The government’s commitment to fully funding enrolment growth has led to more than 740 additional teachers in Alberta’s classrooms this school year. In May 2015, government restored education funding for the 2015-16 school year, including funding of enrolment growth, to provide needed resources to support student learning. This decision ensured funding for every Kindergarten to…
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Firefighters Get Fired-up for Provincial Training Grants
The Government of Alberta will provide $650,000 to 50 municipalities and four First Nations to support fire and emergency preparedness training. The Fire Services Emergency Preparedness Program provides grant funding to municipalities and First Nations to help local authorities and volunteers prepare for, mitigate, respond to, and recover from fires and other emergency situations. “Local…
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Canada Finishes Strong at World Wheelchair Championship
They may not be coming home with a medal, but a gutsy performance by Jim Armstrong, Ina Forrest, Dennis Thiessen, Mark Ideson, alternate Sonja Gaudet and coach Wayne Kiel to defeat Germany 6-3 on the final day of round robin competition at the 2016 World Wheelchair Championship means that Team Canada secures a spot in…
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20 Amazing Pictures from Astronaut Scott Kelly’s Year in Space
Canada Space Agency During his one-year mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS), NASA astronaut Scott Kelly has mastered the art of space photography. He has shared hundreds of photos with the world on his Twitter account to show us his life aboard the ISSand the breathtaking beauty of our planet. To commemorate the end…
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NFB Launches New Subscription Video-on-Demand Service Powered by Vimeo
Montreal – National Film Board of Canada (NFB) The National Film Board of Canada (NFB) announces the launch of a new subscription video-on-demand (SVOD) service powered by Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/ondemand/nfbshorts. Starting today, short-film buffs can discover the newest and best NFB-produced documentary and animated shorts, on demand, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, on their…
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Outstanding Young SAIT Alumna Shares Her Entrepreneurial Spirit
Sarah Erasmus has been quite busy since receiving the Outstanding Young Alumni Award last fall. Not only has business been booming at her clothing shop, Erasmus Apparel, but she’s also been volunteering as a mentor for In.Business: A National Mentorship Program for Aboriginal Youth. The program, facilitated by the Purdy Crawford Chair in Aboriginal Business…
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Message from the Minister of Health – National Nutrition Month
March is National Nutrition Month and a great time to start making positive changes to your diet. As a doctor, I’ve seen first-hand how a healthy diet is an essential part of healthy living. National Nutrition Month is an annual campaign by the Dietitians of Canada that reminds Canadians about the importance of healthy eating…
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Pharmasave Black Diamond – March Customer Appreciation Day
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Rowan House at Upcoming Community Events
March 5th, 2016 Registration Round-Up / Health & Wellness Fair 12pm-5pm at the Bob Snodgrass Rec Plex in High River. Rowan House will be on hand so stop by our booth to learn more about our programs and services, register for group or book a Preventative Education presentation! March 20th, 2016 Millarville Soup Sisters…
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