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Zika Virus Researchers Join Forces to Develop Handheld Detection Device
Virologists tap interdisciplinary expertise to fast-track diagnostic test. By Michael Brown, University of Alberta The University of Alberta’s first Zika virus researcher has joined forces with an interdisciplinary team to help with the rapid development of a much-needed handheld, inexpensive device that can detect the virus. The team of U of A virologists led by…
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President Obama asks “What’s the secret to still dancing at 106?”
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Alberta Sports Hall of Fame Announces 2016 Inductees
2016 Inductees Cheryl Bernard – Curling Athlete Cheryl Bernard skipped her team to a silver medal in the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympic Games. Cheryl’s contributions to the sport of curling in Alberta and Canada are significant and can be seen through her work with youth in curling camps and clinics. She is a difference maker…
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SAIT Polytechnic wins Gold at the 2016 Vanier College BDC Case Challenge
MONTREAL, February, 2016 /CNW Telbec/ – Mr. Normand W. Bernier, Director General of Vanier College is pleased to announce that after two days of mounting excitement and imaginative presentations at the 11th annual 2016 Vanier College BDC Case Challenge on February 13 and 14, the first place Gold Award went to SAIT Polytechnic (Southern Alberta Institute…
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Solutions & Substitutions by Reena: Old Books and Dry Skin
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Minister Morneau Announces $250 Million Stabilization Payment to Alberta
Finance Minister Bill Morneau today announced that the Government of Canada will provide Alberta with an advance fiscal stabilization payment of approximately $251.4 million, as part of ongoing support to provincial and territorial governments to assist them in the provision of programs and services. Today’s announcement is an example of cooperation between the federal and provincial…
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A First in Canada – Montréal Auto Prix gets on the Road to Electric Transportation
MONTRÉAL, February, 2016 /CNW Telbec/ – Montréal Auto Prix has inaugurated the first establishment in Canada dedicated exclusively to The sale of used electric and hybrid vehicles. Jacques Daoust, Minister of Transport, Sustainable Mobility and Transport Electrification, was present at the launch. With this new business model, Montréal Auto Prix anticipates trends by offering its…
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University Students Lead Discussions about Canada’s Future with imagiNation 150
UCalgary first post-secondary campus in the country to participate in imagiNation Café conversations Sharing a common passion to spark a nationwide movement of reflection and imagination centered on Canada’s milestone birthday in 2017, the University of Calgary and imagiNation 150 have partnered together to enable and inspire Canadians to celebrate our nation and become part…
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TELUS launches Skype for Business
Skype for Business, powered by TELUS, helps Canadian businesses transform how they connect, collaborate and communicate – internally and externally Toronto – TELUS has teamed up with Microsoft and Avanade to offer Skype for Business, powered by TELUS, an enterprise-grade unified communications and collaboration (UCC) solution that enables new ways for employees to connect with…
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Longview Library News: Story Time Play Dates
Joan, our librarian, has a delightful program coming up for children of pre-school and kindergarten age. “Story Time Play Dates” will happen Thursdays…. March 17th, March 24th, March 31 and two Thursdays in April; the 7th and the 14th at 10:30am in the library. Stories will be read and fun activities will follow. The…
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We’re in this Together: Engaging Vulnerable People
A new workshop in the Centre City is bringing awareness to the issues faced by Calgary’s homeless. “The Engaging Vulnerable People workshop is a partnership that helps people living and working downtown better understand and interact with Calgarians who are marginalized,” said Cathy Taylor, project manager for The City of Calgary. “Talking about the homeless…
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Step back in time to the Roaring 1920s at Easter Seals’ We Care Ball
Celebrating its 30th Anniversary fundraising gala Calgary, AB – On Friday, April 8, 2016 Easter Seals Alberta will re-create the bygone era of ‘Flappers & Fellas’ and the 1920s at the 30th Anniversary We Care Ball in support of people with disabilities and medical conditions. Reserve your tickets and join us for a fun-filled evening…
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Tracy Burton Featured in Art Gallery in Foothills MP’s Ottawa Office
Ottawa, Ontario – Foothills MP John Barlow has invited artists and photographers from across his riding to submit their work to be included in the Foothills Gallery, an exhibit area in his Ottawa office which features the work of local artisans. As of February 2016, Ms. Tracy Burton is the new artist featured in the Foothills…
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BC SPCA Applauds Government Moving Forward with New Legislation for B.C. Breeders
The BC SPCA is applauding an announcement made by the provincial government on Feb. 13 that it is considering new licensing and inspection rules for dog and cat breeders in B.C. “We have been in conversation with government on this issue and we are very pleased with their commitment to move forward quickly to…
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AHS Weekly Wellness News: What Can Omega-3 Fats Do for You?
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