Tag: Southern Alberta

  • Airdrie RCMP Warn of Hard Luck Story Scams

    Airdrie RCMP Warn of Hard Luck Story Scams

      Airdrie, Alberta – The Airdrie RCMP have responded to four complaints in 24 hours of a “Hard Luck Story” scam within the City of Airdrie. In all incidents, a female approached customers at local coffee shops and gas stations, presented a story of emergency, and requested money offering to pay back the individual double when…

  • RCMP Cochrane – Serious Motor Vehicle Collision Highway 1

    RCMP Cochrane – Serious Motor Vehicle Collision Highway 1

      0638 hrs – Cochrane RCMP are currently on the scene of a two vehicle serious motor vehicle collision on Highway 1, 1 km west of Range Road 33.  A pick up truck was west bound on Highway 1, when it ran into the back of a car that was parked on the side of the…

  • Albertans Recognized for Preventing Family Violence

    Albertans Recognized for Preventing Family Violence

      Inspiration Award winners are dedicated to stopping the cycle of violence and abuse in their communities. The Inspiration Awards recognize individuals for their outstanding commitment and leadership in family violence and sexual violence prevention. “These dedicated Albertans are working each and every day to prevent and support those affected by family violence in our…

  • Turner Valley School Ask the Principal: How do I know when to keep my child home due to sickness?

    Turner Valley School Ask the Principal: How do I know when to keep my child home due to sickness?

    Sometimes this can be a hard decision. As a parent you know your child best and each child responds to sickness and pain differently. When a student is ill, it is often undesirable for him or her to be at school. He or she may regain ealth more slowly, learn little and spread the illness to…

  • RCMP Career Presentation for People from Visible Minority Groups

    RCMP Career Presentation for People from Visible Minority Groups

      (Calgary, Alberta – November 18, 2015)  Learn how you can put ordinary behind you at a special recruiting presentation for men and women from visible minority groups interested in a career like no other. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police offers an exceptional career, letting you make a real difference in your community and your…

  • Vet Med Students from across Canada meet Alberta’s Feral Horses

    Vet Med Students from across Canada meet Alberta’s Feral Horses

    Faculty of Veterinary Medicine hosts unique EcoHealth National Rotation for students from five veterinary schools   The fresh dusting of mid-September snow in the foothills near Sundre did not dampen the enthusiasm of 14 veterinary medicine students in the final week of their elective course in ecosystem health. Fourth-year students from across Canada hiked through…

  • Wildrose Releases Updated Shadow Roster

      EDMONTON, AB (November 18, 2015): Today, Wildrose Leader Brian Jean released an updated Wildrose Shadow Cabinet roster, introducing Wildrose Calgary-Foothills MLA Prasad Panda as the new Shadow Minister for Economic Development & Trade. Brian Jean, Fort McMurray-Conklin Leader Derek Fildebrandt, Strathmore-Brooks Finance & Treasury Board Drew Barnes, Cypress-Medicine Hat Health Leela Aheer, Chestermere-Rocky View…

  • Province Invests in Natural Flood and Drought Protection

    Province Invests in Natural Flood and Drought Protection

      The provincial government is providing grants to 12 organizations through the Watershed Resiliency and Restoration Program that will help improve the flood and drought resiliency of communities across the province. Dutch Creek west of Lethbridge. Photo courtesy of Oldman Watershed Council “Restoring Alberta’s natural flood and drought defences is a critical part of our…

  • Long Form Census Return Good News for Municipalities

    Long Form Census Return Good News for Municipalities

      Edmonton – AUMA welcomes the federal announcement of the return of the long-form census, as we have been calling for more comprehensive and reliable statistical data to support municipal programs and policies. “Alberta’s urban municipalities appreciate the new government’s decision to reinstate the long form census for 2016,” said AUMA President Lisa Holmes. “This…

  • Foothills Schools Offer Affordable Live Theatre Experience

    Foothills Schools Offer Affordable Live Theatre Experience

      Oilfields High School Drama Presents Peter Pan! Enjoy the magical story of Neverland. Meet Peter Pan, Tinkerbell and Captain Hook through the eyes of the Darling children as they journey to the land where you never grow old! December 1st to 4th in the OHS theatre. Matinees 10:30am every day and evenings December 3rd and…

  • RCMP Airdrie Rural —- TRAVEL ADVISORY Highway 2

    RCMP Airdrie Rural —- TRAVEL ADVISORY Highway 2

    November 17th, 2015 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Please be advised Airdrie RCMP are currently dealing with numerous motor vehicle collisions on Highway 2 in both the northbound and southbound lanes between the city of Airdrie and Acme overpass due to poor road conditions. The roads are very icy and drivers are encouraged to slow down and drive…

  • How to Manage Conflicts over Land use in Alberta

    How to Manage Conflicts over Land use in Alberta

    We must first sort through the various types of land ownership before arriving at possible strategies By Mark Milke, Contributing Editor, The Fraser Institute CALGARY, Alta./ Troy Media/ – In the late 19th century, William Pearce, an Alberta-based federal civil servant, became increasingly concerned about the tendency to promote southern Alberta and Saskatchewan as suitable for farming.…

  • Alberta Focuses on Creating Safe, Healthy Communities

    Alberta Focuses on Creating Safe, Healthy Communities

      The Alberta government encourages Albertans to take part in Bullying Awareness Week, November 15 – 21. Bullying affects thousands of Albertans in their schools, workplaces, and communities. Bullying Awareness Week (BAW) aims to increase awareness of the importance of preventing bullying and promoting healthy, positive relationships. “We all have a responsibility to stand up…

  • Information session set for Bragg Creek flood mitigation

    Information session set for Bragg Creek flood mitigation

      Residents of Bragg Creek and surrounding area can learn more about plans for local flood mitigation projects planned for Bragg Creek. Representatives from Rocky View County and the Government of Alberta will speak to residents about plans to protect Bragg Creek against future floods. The information session is hosted by the Alberta government and…

  • John Barlow: Syrian Refugee Crisis

    John Barlow: Syrian Refugee Crisis

      As Canadians, we expect our Government to step up in difficult times to help those who are most vulnerable, those who are most in need and those who are in danger – at home and abroad. Over the past several days, many Foothills residents have called the riding offices, sent in emails or stopped…