Tag: Southern Alberta

  • Province Supports Lower-Income Families in Calgary

    Province Supports Lower-Income Families in Calgary

    The Government of Alberta is investing $13.5 million over three years toward Calgary’s Low Income Transit Pass. As part of ongoing work to reduce and prevent poverty, the Government of Alberta is investing in the Fair Entry program to share the cost of Calgary’s pass. “Calgary’s Low Income Transit Pass makes it easier for families…

  • Literacy for Life’s 4th Annual Grate Groan-Up Spelling Bee

    Literacy for Life’s 4th Annual Grate Groan-Up Spelling Bee

                    Literacy for Life’s Grate Groan-Up Spelling Bee is a fun filled and exciting afternoon, as teams of three people compete in a battle for bragging rights to spelling supremacy and to win the coveted BEE Trophy. We are excited to announce that Dave Poulsen, author, rodeo announcer…

  • C Ian McLaren Students Explored Careers

    C Ian McLaren Students Explored Careers

    From April 18-22 the Grade 6 class at C. Ian McLaren School explored careers and trades with 13 community businesses and trades as part of the new Grade 5-9 CTF program of studies. The students sought to answer the essential question of, “To what extent would this be a good career choice for me considering…

  • Jean Statement on the Suspension of MLA Fildebrandt from the Wildrose Caucus

    Jean Statement on the Suspension of MLA Fildebrandt from the Wildrose Caucus

    EDMONTON, AB (May 27, 2016): Tonight, Wildrose Leader Brian Jean announced the suspension of MLA Derek Fildebrandt from the Wildrose Caucus. “This evening, Mr. Fildebrandt made an unacceptable comment on social media that does not represent the values of the Wildrose Caucus. “He has been suspended from our Caucus effective immediately.”

  • Alberta and Ontario Work Together to Fight Climate Change

    Alberta and Ontario Work Together to Fight Climate Change

    New Interprovincial Alliance will Accelerate the Development of Cleantech Initiatives Thursday, Alberta Premier Rachel Notley and Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne met in Edmonton to discuss new opportunities to partner on energy and climate change initiatives. The Premiers announced a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Alberta’s Climate Change and Emissions Management Corporation (CCEMC) and Ontario…

  • Millarville-Stockland 4-H Club May News

    Millarville-Stockland 4-H Club May News

    Submitted by Jackson Collard, Club Reporter The Millarville Stockland Beef and Sheep Club’s Achievement Day was May 14, 2016, at the Millarville Racetrack Arena. The Beef Conformation and Showmanship Judge was Sandi Jones, and the Sheep Conformation and Showmanship Judge was Kathleen Arkes. Ring master was Carlie Meyer, a former club member. “Cooper”, who the…

  • Foothills School Division: The Hub

    Foothills School Division: The Hub

    Doug Stevens, Director of Distributed Learning, provided the Board of Trustees with an update on the Hub, a flexible learning program offered through all three of FSD’s high schools: As of May 16, the Hub program was serving 608 active students taking 1,081 different courses and generating 3,557 credits. Numbers fluctuate as students complete courses…

  • Panel Releases Summary of Medical Assistance in Death Consultation

    Panel Releases Summary of Medical Assistance in Death Consultation

    The government is releasing What we heard: Medical Assistance in Dying, a summary of public consultation findings that includes more than 15,000 responses to an online survey. “Thousands of Albertans responded to this difficult topic with the compassion and the pragmatism this province is known for. I want to thank each person who took the…

  • Sharlene Brown Appointed as New CAO for Black Diamond

    Sharlene Brown Appointed as New CAO for Black Diamond

    Town of Black Diamond appoints a new Chief Administrative Officer Black Diamond, Alberta Council for the Town of Black Diamond is pleased to announce the appointment of Sharlene Brown to the position of Chief Administrative Officer. She will begin her new duties on June 2, 2016. Sharlene moves to the other side of the table…

  • High River Council Passes Urban Chickens and Urban Bees Bylaws

    High River Council Passes Urban Chickens and Urban Bees Bylaws

    At its May 24 regular meeting, High River Town Council passed bylaw 4470/2016 and bylaw 4471/2016 that will regulate and provide guidelines for residents to keep urban chickens and bees within town limits. Administration has also prepared licensing criteria that was compiled from a review of other communities and organizations, which have already determined the…

  • Alberta Recognized for Commitment to Improving Air Quality

    Alberta Recognized for Commitment to Improving Air Quality

    The Asthma Society of Canada has named Environment Minister Shannon Phillips recipient of its 2016 leadership in public policy award in recognition of Alberta’s commitment to improving air quality. “On behalf of the Government of Alberta, it’s a great privilege to accept the Asthma Society of Canada’s award for leadership in public policy. Phasing out…

  • The Cost of the Carbon Tax

    The Cost of the Carbon Tax

    By Todd Loewen Albertans know the number one rule for any government during a time of economic turmoil is to do no further harm. Generations of Albertans have seen recessions come and go. They know and understand that the government can’t control the price of oil. In times like these, they want to see their government…

  • Turner Valley Discovery Days ~ June 4th, 2016

    Turner Valley Discovery Days ~ June 4th, 2016

    2016 Turner Valley Discovery Days and Black Diamond Parade Turner Valley and Black Diamond will be celebrating on Saturday, June 4. The annual events kick off at 10 am with the Black Diamond Parade. Running from 11:00am-3:00pm, Turner Valley hosts Discovery Days, a family-friendly festival in Millennium Park. This year’s lineup features artisan market, bounce houses, face painting,…

  • NDP Carbon Tax Bill Will Makes Life Harder for Families at a Time They Can Least Afford it

    NDP Carbon Tax Bill Will Makes Life Harder for Families at a Time They Can Least Afford it

    EDMONTON, AB: The NDP government’s new carbon tax bill will just make things worse for families and businesses with increased costs at a time they can least afford it, the Wildrose Official Opposition said today. With Alberta’s economy contracting by over 4 per cent during the past year, Wildrose Leader Brian Jean said this new…

  • Rowan House Release Stats

    Rowan House Release Stats