Tag: Southern Alberta

  • Government Strengthens Penalties for Distracted Driving

    Government Strengthens Penalties for Distracted Driving

      Effective January 1, 2016, distracted driving convictions will include three demerits as well as the current $287 fine. Research indicates that driver distractions contribute to 20 to 30 per cent of all collisions and that distracted drivers are three times more likely to be involved in a collision than attentive drivers. “From September 2011…

  • High River First Responders Charity Checkstop

    High River First Responders Charity Checkstop

    High River, Alberta  On the afternoon of December 10th, 2015 the High River and Area First Responders conducted their 3rd Annual Charity checkstop.  This years event was a huge success and the proceeds will be shared between Rowan House and Foothill Victims Services.  All food items have already been turned over the Salvation Army for their food bank.  In total, those who passed through…

  • Rowan House: Family Violence Prevention Month Wraps Up

    Rowan House: Family Violence Prevention Month Wraps Up

    Rowan House enjoyed busy month raising awareness about Domestic Violence and its services Family Violence Prevention Month is recognized in November across Canada, and while timing differs in other countries, it worked out nicely for us as the Global Network of Women’s Shelters met for the 3rd World Conference of Women’s Shelters in The Hague,…

  • Minister of Human Services responds to OCYA Report

    Minister of Human Services Irfan Sabir issued the following statement in response to the Child and Youth Advocate’s Investigative Review: “We must learn from heartbreaking incidents, like the one detailed in this report, to make the system better. We accept the recommendations, and the ministry is carefully reviewing them against current policy and practice. We…

  • Child and Youth Advocate Releases Investigative Review Involving Serious Injury of a Two-year-old

    Child and Youth Advocate Releases Investigative Review Involving Serious Injury of a Two-year-old

      “This is the fourth review by my office involving the serious injury of a young person. It is alarming when a child is injured in the care of government. This review highlights the importance of planning for children to ensure their relationship needs are met, and they are in the best possible placement for…

  • Healthy Tips from Pharmasave: More Than Just Stress

    Healthy Tips from Pharmasave: More Than Just Stress

      There are many things you can do on your own to reduce stress and improve your overall health. However, some of the symptoms of stress are very similar to those of depression. Depression is a common disorder that is related to a chemical imbalance in the brain. Fortunately, depression can be treated safely and…

  • Premier Should Call in the RCMP to Investigate Tobacco-Gate: Wildrose

    Premier Should Call in the RCMP to Investigate Tobacco-Gate: Wildrose

      EDMONTON, AB (December 10, 2015): Today, Wildrose called on Premier Rachel Notley to call in the RCMP after further information was revealed about the process by which former Justice Minister Alison Redford awarded a potentially lucrative contract to the International Tobacco Recovery Lawyers (ITRL), the Wildrose Official Opposition said today. The multibillion-dollar lawsuit against…

  • Government supports Private Members’ Bill 204 to help Albertans affected by domestic violence

    Government supports Private Members’ Bill 204 to help Albertans affected by domestic violence

      Government members have voted to support Bill 204, the Residential Tenancies Safer Spaces for Victims of Domestic Violence Amendment Act, authored by independent Calgary Bow MLA Deborah Drever. The Bill amends the Residential Tenancies Act to allow tenants affected by domestic violence to break a lease early without financial penalty. A lease may be…

  • CFIB Research Shows Bill 6 Ignores Realities of Farming

    CFIB Research Shows Bill 6 Ignores Realities of Farming

      Majority of Alberta farmers oppose mandatory ‘one-size-fits-all’ legislation Calgary, December 10, 2015 –The Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) today released survey data highlighting farmers’ serious concerns about the Alberta Government’s Bill 6 – the Enhanced Protection for Farm and Ranch Workers Act. According to the CFIB research, Alberta farmers say the most effective…

  • Turner Valley School Integrates Nureva™ Span™ Classroom Collaboration System

    Turner Valley School Integrates Nureva™ Span™ Classroom Collaboration System

      Rural K–6 school adds 20ʹ panoramic system to newly designed learning commons Calgary, Alberta — December 10, 2015 — Nureva Inc., an award-winning collaboration-solutions company, announces the integration of its Span classroom collaboration system WM220e into the learning commons at Turner Valley School, in Turner Valley, Alberta. The Span system has transformed the K–6…

  • AMA Winter Guide to Road Tripping

    AMA Winter Guide to Road Tripping

      Whether you’re taking a ski trip to the mountains, going to an out-of-town tournament, or taking a trip to visit the grandparents, winter can be full of fun trips. As the season sneaks up, we want to help you keep those great trips safe and have some tips you can follow so you’re more confident…

  • RCMP High River – Counterfeit American Currency

    RCMP High River – Counterfeit American Currency

    On December 07th, 2015, at approximately 4:58 pm, the High River RCMP responded to the report of counterfeit American currency at the High River Boston Pizza. A male and female entered the lounge, looked around and proceeded to move to the dining area.  The pair ordered food and drinks.  When they departed, the pair left…

  • Keeping Winter Road Safety Top of Mind

    Keeping Winter Road Safety Top of Mind

      Drivers are reminded to be prepared for winter road conditions and modify their driving habits accordingly. Unpredictable weather is a hallmark of Alberta winters and can wreak havoc on our roads. The Alberta government works closely with highway maintenance contractors all winter long to ensure the provincial highway network is clear and open following…

  • Alberta Entrepreneurs Deserve Property Tax Fairness

    Alberta Entrepreneurs Deserve Property Tax Fairness

      CFIB study reveals commercial property tax rates still almost two and a half times residential rate CALGARY – (Monday) the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) released Entrepreneurs Deserve Property Tax Fairness, a report which analyzes residential and commercial property tax rates levied by Alberta’s 86  municipalities with populations greater than 5,000 from 2003 to 2014,…

  • Wildrose Tables Over 30,000 Signatures of Albertans Against Bill 6

    Wildrose Tables Over 30,000 Signatures of Albertans Against Bill 6

      EDMONTON, AB (December 9, 2015): Today, Wildrose MLAs tabled a petition signed by over 30,000 Albertans who are against Bill 6, the Wildrose Official Opposition said today.  Copies of the petition are still rolling into the Wildrose office, but with the NDP invoking closure on debate for Bill 6, today could be the last…