Tag: Northern Alberta

  • Harper Government Invests In Alberta Projects to Better Support Socially Isolated Senior Caregivers and Seniors Who Are Bullied

    Harper Government Invests In Alberta Projects to Better Support Socially Isolated Senior Caregivers and Seniors Who Are Bullied

    Edmonton, Alberta – Edmonton seniors who are facing difficult issues will soon have more support, the Honourable Kevin Sorenson, Minister of State (Finance), announced Thursday on behalf of the Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors). Two Alberta organizations are receiving a total of $42,890 through the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP). The South…

  • Inspired Artworks Give Glimpse Into Alberta’s History; Heritage

    A new series of paintings by Alberta artists will help to connect Albertans with the province’s ancient landscapes. The Heritage Art Series features four original artworks that are the result of the collaboration of Edmonton area artists working with Alberta Culture’s Archaeological Survey and researchers from the University of Alberta and the Royal Alberta Museum.…

  • Funding Helps Municipalities With Flood Readiness

    Help is available for communities affected by the 2013 floods in southern Alberta and Fort McMurray so they can replenish their flood-readiness supplies and purchase needed equipment to prepare for future floods. The 2013 floods affected more than 100,000 Albertans in over 30 communities. A recently implemented Alberta government program means municipalities can apply for…

  • Alberta Bats Affected by White-nose Syndrome

    White-nose Syndrome is an emerging disease concern in bats in eastern North America. No one knows the exact cause of the problem, but affected bats are often found with a ring of white fungus on the face and wings. Recent evidence suggests the fungus is affecting the bat immune system and interfering with hibernation. Hibernating…

  • RCMP Jasper – Fatal Bicycle Accident

    RCMP Jasper – Fatal Bicycle Accident

    On July 17, 2014 at approximately 12:56 pm the Jasper RCMP were dispatched to an accident involving a cyclist on Highway 93. Just north of the Columbia Icefields a 56 year old bicyclist was found deceased alongside the highway. The initial investigation established that the male had crashed his bicycle while descending a steep hill.…

  • Healthy Tips from Pharmasave: Touring and Travelling Tips

    One of the best parts of summer is having the time to do some of the things you really enjoy. This can mean long bike rides, playing football, golfing, camping, hiking, and all kinds of fun activities. Whichever ones you and your family are involved in, you’ll have more fun and be safer if you…

  • CBC: Edmonton Designers Come Up With Own Alberta Licence Plate

    CBC: Edmonton Designers Come Up With Own Alberta Licence Plate

    Some Edmonton graphic designers took things into their own hands as controversy heats up over changes to Alberta’s license plate. [weaver_iframe src=’http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/edmonton/edmonton-designers-come-up-with-own-alberta-licence-plate-1.2706955′ height=600 percent=100 style=”style”]

  • Your Horse's Baseline

    This article is provided courtesy of The Horse Industry Association of Alberta What it means and why it’s important By Amanda Preston Have you ever brought your horse in from the pasture, or out of the stall, and he was just not right? To anyone else who didn’t know your horse, he would have seemed…

  • Working In The Heat Without Taking Precautions Is Not Cool

    While many Albertans are enjoying the hot summer weather, those who work in the heat should take precautions to avoid health risks. Your body needs time to adapt to working in hot weather. This process of acclimatization takes at least 4 to 7 working days. You should slowly increase the time you spend working outdoors…

  • RCMP – Rocky Mountain House, Alberta Missing youth **update**

    RCMP – Rocky Mountain House, Alberta Missing youth **update**

    The youth was located safe and sound via helicopter after spotting him near the Saunders area. ***************** On July 15th, 2014 a group from Hobbema on a canoeing trip stopped to camp near the Saunders area approximately 50 km west of Rocky Mountain House. A 15 year old youth left the camping area and did…

  • Lawn and Garden Care ~ Water Conservation Tips

    The City of Calgary offers these excellent tips. Did you know? During spring and summer, your water use can jump by 50 per cent because of outdoor watering activities. Save money on your water bills while still having a pristine lawn by following these simple tips. We also invite you to check out these water-saving…

  • Prentice campaign demands retraction from Wildrose

    (Calgary) The latest allegations from Danielle Smith and the Wildrose in their news release (last week) are further proof that they are simply not ready to be in government. Jim Prentice resigned all of his corporate board positions including Canadian Pacific Railway, and took an unpaid leave of absence from his position at CIBC prior…

  • AHS Weekly Wellness News ~ Water Safety: Keeping Your Kids Afloat

    It all begins with water safety Now is the time to wade into the topic of water safety with your kids. The first step is teaching your kids how to swim. Canadian Red Cross water safety program representative Marta Gorski says “as soon as infants can hold their heads up, parents can begin taking swimming lessons…

  • Wild Rose Country Should Stay

    Submitted by MLA Pat Stier Wild Rose Country. As Albertans, we’ve proudly worn this slogan on our licence plates for decades. We identify with it. And when we travel across this country and continent, we’re proud to be identified with our famous symbol. Recently, Albertans were shocked to learn the government would be redesigning our licence plates, and…

  • Irrigation grants improve efficiency ensuring greater productivity

    Improvements and maintenance on irrigation infrastructure in southern Alberta saves water and improves farm productivity. “Irrigation is an integral component of the economic, environmental and social fabric of southern Alberta. That’s why we need to build and maintain a stronger irrigation system to increase water efficiency and ensure our producers can continue to diversify their…