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Time for NDP Environment Department to go Paperless: Wildrose
EDMONTON, AB: When a department stands alone in refusing to go paperless, does anyone notice? During National Forest Week, Wildrose Shadow Environment Minister Todd Loewen is saying it’s time for the Ministry of Environment and Parks to follow their own mandate outlined in the Greening Government Strategy, and go paperless for their freedom of…
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Wells Appointment Shows NDP Politicization of Public Service
EDMONTON, AB: The appointment of Mark Wells, former NDP campaign communications strategist and AUPE communications manager, to run the Public Affairs Bureau (PAB) shows a hypocritical acceleration of the politicization of the public service by the NDP, the Wildrose Official Opposition said (Thursday). In opposition, Premier Rachel Notley and former NDP leader Brian Mason were…
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AUMA supports Town of High River resolution calling for review of DRP
HIGH RIVER, AB: After being brought forward by the Town of High River, delegates of the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association (AUMA) supported a resolution calling for an external review of the provincial Disaster Recovery Program (DRP). “The problems we have been facing with the DRP are not unique to High River,” said Councillor Bruce…
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AHS Weekly Wellness News: Managing Chronic Health Conditions
Live well and feel better Do you live with a health conditions that requires ongoing management? These are called chronic health conditions and include things like diabetes, obesity, high blood pressure and even some cancers. Approximately 30 per cent of Albertans report having at least one chronic health condition and for those over 65…
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AUMA Announces Winners of 2015 Municipal Awards for Service, Achievement and Municipal Sustainability
The Board of Directors of the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association (AUMA) is pleased to announce the winners of its 2015 Awards. The Awards were presented last night at the Association’s President’s Dinner, the first event of its Annual Convention and AMSC Trade Show being held Wednesday through Friday at Calgary’s Convention Centre. Awards are…
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Volunteers Needed to Help Build Hamptons Playground
HIGH RIVER, AB: On October 9 and 10 the Town of High River will be assisting with the installation of the new playground in the Hamptons and would like to invite all High River residents to volunteer their time to support the project. Approximately 40 volunteers are needed and can choose between a 4…
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Human Services Announcement means New Support for Women’s Shelters
ALBERTA – Wednesday the Government of Alberta announced additional funds for women’s shelters. Included in this historic funding increase are targeted dollars for second-stage shelters, operational increases for emergency shelters, child trauma counselors, specialized housing & support services staff working in shelter and an increase in the fee-for-service agreements with on-reserve shelters. It’s worth highlighting that…
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RCMP change status of death investigation to homicide investigation
Pincher Creek, AB – The RCMP continues its investigation into the death of 43 year-old Lethbridge resident, Victoria Joanne Crow Shoe. Investigators now consider her death to be a homicide. Ms. Crow Shoe’s body was found along the shore of the Oldman River Reservoir at the Windy Point Campground on Sunday, September 13, 2015. …
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Statement from Premier Rachel Notley on Police and Peace Officer Memorial Day
Premier Rachel Notley provided the following statement on the 17th annual Police and Peace Officer Memorial Day. “Today, we recognize and remember the 100 brave men and women who lost their lives as they worked to keep Albertans safe. “This year Albertans lost two exceptional men in the line of duty: RCMP Constable David…
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Report Confirms Job Creator Confidence Hits New Low
Following the most recent report from ATB Financial released on confidence among small and medium sized business in the province, Wildrose is sounding the alarm that confidence among SME’s is plummeting to unprecedented lows. “This report paints a bleak picture of business confidence in our province being at an all-time low,” Wildrose Jobs, Skills, Training,…
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Turner Valley School ~ Terry Fox Run
Our school will be holding its annual Terry Fox Run on Wednesday, September 30th, along with most other schools in Canada! This year is the 35th anniversary of Terry’s Marathon of Hope. Our school fundraising goal for the run this year is $1000.00. Let’s do our part and help Terry raise money for cancer research!…
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Airdrie RCMP Attend Shooting Near Fitness Centre
Airdrie, AB – Airdrie RCMP responded to a report of shots fired roadside near a local fitness centre on Mackenzie Way at about 2:30 a.m. today. Upon attendance at the scene one adult male was found conscious but suffering from what appeared to be several gun shot wounds. Little is known at this time…
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RCMP Lake Louise – Sudden Death Near Lake Louise
Lake Louise, AB – On September 25, 2015 at 4:55 PM Lake Louise RCMP, with the assistance of Parks Canada, responded to a report of a sudden death near Lake Louise. Investigation has determined that two individuals from Calgary were scrambling up the common route of Mount Temple in Banff National Park when a female fell during their…
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Alberta Government supports women’s shelters with new investment
Women and children affected by family violence will benefit from enhanced supports. The Government of Alberta is fulfilling its commitment to enhance supports for women and children affected by family violence with $15 million in new funding. This investment will help make a broader range of supports available, including counselling or other community supports, such…
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Millarville Community School Principal’s Message: Volunteers
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