Tag: Southern Alberta

  • OHS News: What is Drillers Athletic Society (DAS)

    OHS News: What is Drillers Athletic Society (DAS)

    DAS was formed in 2002 to promote healthy living by supporting athletic programs, youth development and positive sports culture. Support usually comes in the form of money which means DAS is basically a fund raising body consisting of interested parents, alumni, OHS staff, coaches and community members who value the extracurricular sports program at OHS.…

  • RCMP Cochrane – Arson/Mischief to Motorhome

    Mischief over $5000 Cochrane RCMP are seeking public assistance in identifying unknown subjects that broke into, and burned a recreational vehicle at the Ghost Lake Recreational Campground. Sometime between 10:00 AM on September 22nd and 10:00 AM on September 23rd, access was gained to a recreational vehicle that had been parked at the Ghost Lake…

  • Meet and Greet on Sunday for “Becoming a Community Builder”

    Meet and Greet on Sunday for “Becoming a Community Builder”
  • Time to send the PCs a message: Wildrose kicks off campaign for by-election race in Calgary-Foothills

    CALGARY, AB – Wildrose Leader Danielle Smith officially kicked off the Calgary-Foothills by-election today by introducing Wildrose candidate Kathy Macdonald and delivering a clear call to action for constituents: It’s time to send the PCs a message. Macdonald will square off against Premier Jim Prentice who is running for the governing Progressive Conservatives. Smith said…

  • Wildrose Announce List of Candidates for By-Elections

    Here is a final list of the four Wildrose candidates for the 27 October 2014 by-election: Calgary-Elbow: Col. John Fletcher As the Commander of the reserve army in Alberta, John commanded approximately 1,300 soldiers and managed a multi-million dollar budget. His diplomatic duties included maintaining a close relationship with the consular appointments in the Province…

  • Nature Conservancy of Canada Completes Landmark Project

    Nature Conservancy of Canada Completes Landmark Project

    Calgary AB  – The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) in Alberta has announced the completion of the largest conservation easement in the province’s history and the largest in Canadian history. The iconic Waldron Ranch project is 30,535 acres of privately owned property located along the Cowboy Trail (Highway 22), south of Longview and northwest of…

  • Premier Prentice Announces Revitalization of Southern Alberta Office

    Premier Prentice Announces Revitalization of Southern Alberta Office

    October 01, 2014 – Premier Jim Prentice announced that high-profile community advocate Emma May is the new Executive Director of the Premier’s Southern Alberta office at McDougall Centre. Ms. May is the co-founder of a successful real estate brokerage, former corporate lawyer, active community advocate and volunteer. Many Albertans will recognize Ms. May from her prominent…

  • Global Privacy Sweep Raises Concerns about Mobile Apps

    Global Privacy Sweep Raises Concerns about Mobile Apps

    Clear, concise privacy language builds consumer trust and is good for business, according to privacy authorities that took part in this year’s global sweep of more than 1,200 mobile apps. As mobile apps explode in popularity, many of them are seeking access to large amounts of personal information without adequately explaining how that information is…

  • RCMP Okotoks – Injury Motor Vehicle Collision

    RCMP Okotoks – Injury Motor Vehicle Collision

    On October 1st, 2014 at approximately 9:15 pm Okotoks RCMP, Fire and EMS responded to a two vehicle collision at the intersection of Macleod Trail(2A) and Dunbow Road.  A south bound pickup truck collided with a small car attempting to cross the highway.  The drivers were the only occupants.  Both, the 35 year driver of the truck…

  • Pedalling On Dialysis Fuels Health Improvements: Study

    Pedalling On Dialysis Fuels Health Improvements: Study

    AHS boasts one of the largest renal exercise programs in Canada CALGARY — New research shows dialysis patients experience substantial health benefits if they exercise while undergoing dialysis. Patients who use a stationary bicycle for a portion of their regular dialysis sessions significantly improve leg strength and avoid some of the declines in health that…

  • Equine Scholarships for Alberta Students

    Equine Scholarships for Alberta Students

    This article is courtesy of the Horse Industry Association of Alberta The following is a resource list of scholarships that are available for Alberta students pursuing equine-related post-secondary studies. This list is provided for informational purposes only and individual eligibility, requirements, and deadlines vary. Applicants should direct their inquiries to the respective organizations offering the scholarships. 4-H…

  • Calgary Regional Partnership welcomes new Chair: Mayor Bill Robertson

    Calgary Regional Partnership welcomes new Chair: Mayor Bill Robertson

    The Calgary Regional Partnership (CRP) welcomes its new Chair, Mayor Bill Robertson from the Town of Okotoks. Mayor Robertson was recently elected at the September CRP’s Board of Directors meeting. He succeeds former Councillor Barry Williamson from the Town of Turner Valley. Mayor Robertson has been the CRP’s Board Secretary for four years and is…

  • The Grate Groan Up Spelling Bee is this Weekend!

    The Grate Groan Up Spelling Bee is this Weekend!

    The Grate Groan Up Spelling Bee is this Saturday in High River at the newly restored Wales Theatre. Are you going to attend? If you can’t make it you can still donate and all money stays in our communities for literacy projects. How you can donate: Pick your Team and make a donation online to…

  • Prentice Government to Review Agencies, Boards and Commissions

    Premier Jim Prentice today announced that government will, as promised, begin a review of all agencies, boards and commissions (ABCs) to ensure they are performing for Albertans. Premier Prentice has committed to merit-based appointments to ensure the right people are in the right jobs in all organizations associated with the Government of Alberta. The 52…

  • Oilfields High Open House: Parents Invited to Meet Teachers and School Trustee

    Oilfields High Open House: Parents Invited to Meet Teachers and School Trustee

    Are you curious about what the school year will look like and who your child’s teachers are? Oilfields High School is hosting an informal Open House- Meet the Teacher evening on October 2nd from 4:30-6:30. Drop in and join us and see how great our school is! This is also your chance to meet your…