Tag: Southern Alberta

  • A Constructive Session from Wildrose Leaves Plently of Unanswered Questions from NDP

    A Constructive Session from Wildrose Leaves Plently of Unanswered Questions from NDP

      EDMONTON, AB – Wildrose successfully amended election financing legislation, put forward positive ideas to strengthen small business, and exposed the government’s economic policies that will harm job creation and economic prosperity, the Wildrose Official Opposition said Friday. “Our strong team of Wildrose MLAs proved we are more effective, responsible and constructive than ever before. We…

  • University of Calgary Public Policy Student Joins CFIB’s Alberta Team for Prestigious Internship

    University of Calgary Public Policy Student Joins CFIB’s Alberta Team for Prestigious Internship

      CFIB-Scotiabank Internship in Public Policy and Entrepreneurship attracts best & brightest CALGARY, AB – The next generation of great Canadian policy minds has arrived at the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB).  Eight of the nation’s brightest students will undertake major policy research initiatives for CFIB as part of this year’s CFIB-Scotiabank Internship in…

  • ASIRT concludes investigation into RCMP officer-involved shooting

    On October 4, 2014, the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) was directed to investigate an incident that had occurred near Red Deer, Alberta, that led to an officer discharging his firearm, although no injuries resulted. Our investigation is now complete. On October 3, 2014, RCMP officers attempted to intercept two vehicles that had been…

  • Province Takes Meaningful Steps Toward Climate Change Strategy

    Province Takes Meaningful Steps Toward Climate Change Strategy

    The new government is taking two important first steps in its commitment to take leadership on climate change with a goal to make at least a preliminary proposal in time for the COP21 world summit in Paris at the end of the year. First, the government will renew and update our province’s current, expiring regulations…

  • 2015 Okotoks Hall of Fame Inductees Announced

    2015 Okotoks Hall of Fame Inductees Announced

      The Town of Okotoks, in conjunction with the Culture, Parks and Recreation (CPR) Committee, hosted the third annual Hall of Fame induction ceremony on Friday, June 19, 2015. Two special individuals were inducted into the Okotoks Hall of Fame in 2015: Greg Wedderburn – Sports:  Community Builder Shirley Paradis – Arts and Culture: Community…

  • More articles from other sections

    More articles from other sections

    Don’t forget, the Gateway Gazette is part of a larger, publication network called Panoptic News. Be sure to check out other articles posted in the other sections too! While some of these sections may seem more logical at specific times of year, they are available year round for those who have a desire to access…

  • Schneider Questions Minister on Funding for Rural Transportation Infrastructure

    Schneider Questions Minister on Funding for Rural Transportation Infrastructure

      EDMONTON, AB – (On Tuesday), Wildrose Little Bow MLA Dave Schneider asked Infrastructure and Transportation Minister Brian Mason about the need for funding for rural transportation infrastructure projects. “In the riding of Little Bow, a roundabout has been proposed for the convergence of highway 23 and highway 519, where seven accidents have taken place…

  • It’s Baby Season at Kayben Farms!

    It’s Baby Season at Kayben Farms!

    You can visit Kayben Farms, just outside of Okotoks, Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm or weekends and holidays (for the summer) from 10am to 5pm. Visit the Sunshine Adventure Park with your family and have lunch at Jo-Jo’s Cafe.

  • Oilfields High School: Have a Great Summer!

    Oilfields High School: Have a Great Summer!

      The last day of school is here and we would like to wish you a very enjoyable and safe summer! Our school has many reasons to celebrate all of the accomplishments and activities that have occurred this school year. Thank you to all the parents, students and community members who have contributed to our success…

  • Assessment Identifies 29 Potential Emergency Events

    Assessment Identifies 29 Potential Emergency Events

      HIGH RIVER, AB: As part of its emergency management program, the Town of the High River has completed a Hazard Risk and Vulnerability Assessment that has identified 29 potential risks that could create emergency situations. “There are a number of different types of emergencies that could affect the town aside from flooding,” said Carly…

  • Alberta Health Services: Heat Advisory issued for Calgary Zone

    Alberta Health Services: Heat Advisory issued for Calgary Zone

      CALGARY – Due to elevated temperatures forecast for the Calgary Zone of Alberta Health Services (AHS), a heat advisory has been issued for the entire Zone. Effective immediately, residents of and visitors to Calgary Zone are advised to take the following precautions to protect themselves, their families and their neighbours from the potentially harmful…

  • No Timelines, No Terms of Reference, No Certainty from Today’s Royalty Announcement

    No Timelines, No Terms of Reference, No Certainty from Today’s Royalty Announcement

      EDMONTON, AB (June 26, 2015): Today’s royalty review announcement offered no clarity for Alberta’s energy industry, and added another layer of uncertainty to Alberta’s economy, the Wildrose Official Opposition said today. “Ongoing delays in providing any framework or timelines for a royalty review will hurt confidence and investment in Alberta’s economy which is already…

  • Province Names Chair of Royalty Review Advisory Panel

    Dave Mowat, President and CEO of ATB Financial, will chair the province’s royalty review advisory panel. The panel will be responsible for listening to Albertans and stakeholders on what type of royalty structure the province should have. It will work under the principle that the owners of our oil and gas resources, the people of…

  • Environment Minister Must Explain Radical Book

    Environment Minister Must Explain Radical Book

      EDMONTON, AB – Environment Minister Shannon Phillips must explain a radical book she inspired and wrote the introduction for, the Wildrose said. An Action A Day Keeps Global Capitalism Away, written by Greenpeace activist Mike Hudema, advocates everything from climbing buildings and dropping banners to taking “militant” action against government and industry. The book says…

  • Turner Valley Spray Park Re-opening

    Turner Valley Spray Park Re-opening

    Maybe one more week – what a shame with all this hot weather in the next few days. The word on the Lions Family Spray Park in Turner Valley opening is that the expected re-opening date is June 30th. Although Barry Williamson, CAO for the Town of Turner Valley, refused to comment on any specific…