Tag: Southern Alberta

  • Longview Library News: Author Talk by High River Writer Karon Argue

    Longview Library News: Author Talk by High River Writer Karon Argue

    On May 3rd at 4:30 to 5:30, there will be an author talk at the library. Karon Argue, author of the children’s book The Smooch, will share her story of perseverance endured by her severe physical health problems while writing her book. Karon lives in High River and was encouraged to write children’s books by…

  • MP John Barlow on Doctor Assisted Dying Bill

    MP John Barlow on Doctor Assisted Dying Bill

    April 2016 Doctor Assisted Dying is one of the most important and difficult issues I have had to address during my time as a Member of Parliament. I have looked to the residents of Foothills for input and direction in dealing with a highly complex and deeply sensitive issue. It was clear at the open…

  • Temporary 4 Avenue S.W. road closure April 27-28 in High River

    Temporary 4 Avenue S.W. road closure April 27-28 in High River

      HIGH RIVER, AB: There will be a road closure on 4 Avenue S.W. between Macleod Trail S.W. and 1 Street S.W. from April 27-28 related to construction on the downtown provincial building. The work will be performed by Graham Construction and will begin at 7 a.m. on Wednesday, April 27 and will be complete…

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  • Jean Calls on Notley and Feds to Speak out Against Planned Tanker Ban, Support Line 3

    EDMONTON, AB: (Tuesday), Wildrose Leader Brian Jean once again called on Premier Rachel Notley to state her position on a planned tanker ban on British Columbia’s north coast, and also asked for the federal Liberal government to reverse its long-standing opposition to the Northern Gateway pipeline and to formally approve the Enbridge Line 3 replacement. As…

  • Budget 2016 Invests in Alberta Hospitals to Support Patients and Families

    Budget 2016 Invests in Alberta Hospitals to Support Patients and Families

    Alberta is boosting funding for maintaining and renewing health-care facilities by 16 per cent. The 2016 capital plan includes $759.5 million for maintenance and renewal of the province’s health-care facilities over the next five years, as part of Alberta’s Infrastructure Maintenance Program. This represents an overall increase of about $107 million — or roughly 16…

  • Town of Black Diamond: Broadband/Fibreoptic Digital Connectivity Update

    Town of Black Diamond: Broadband/Fibreoptic Digital Connectivity Update

      Early this year, Council decided to take a look at all of the available options before making any big decisions about bringing fibreoptic services into town. There are a number of options out there, and the Calgary Regional Partnership (CRP) is currently investigating them, along with its partnering communities. The information update, provided by…

  • Fildebrandt Statement on Alberta Credit Downgrade

    Fildebrandt Statement on Alberta Credit Downgrade

    EDMONTON, AB: Yesterday, Wildrose Shadow Finance Minister Derek Fildebrandt released the following statement in response to Moody’s credit downgrade: “No one is surprised by today’s announcement by Moody’s that Alberta’s AAA credit rating has been downgraded. In the Fall, Wildrose repeatedly warned the government that overspending and no controls on borrowing would lead to credit downgrades.…

  • Premier Notley Releases Statement on John Ridsdel Murder

    Premier Notley Releases Statement on John Ridsdel Murder

    Premier Rachel Notley issued the following statement in the death of the former Calgarian at the hands of terrorists: “Albertans join the world community in condemning this monstrous act in the strongest possible terms. “Our hearts are with the Ridsdel family and friends who are forced to live with this horror. I offer the condolences…

  • Cochrane RCMP – Aggravated Assault/Stabbing

    Cochrane RCMP – Aggravated Assault/Stabbing

    At 1:50pm, yesterday, Cochrane RCMP and EMS were called to the Stoney Nakoda Resort on Highway 40 and highway 1, for a 26 year old male from Red Deer, that had been stabbed in the arms and legs.  The male was transported to the hospital via ground EMS, in stable, but serious condition.  No suspects have…

  • SAIT’s School of Hospitality and Tourism Ranked Top 50 in the World

    SAIT’s School of Hospitality and Tourism Ranked Top 50 in the World

    SAIT’s School of Hospitality and Tourism was named one of the Top 50 Hospitality and Hotel Management Schools in the world in 2015 by CEOWORLD Magazine. The ranking is based on a survey of 18,000 hospitality recruiters and senior managers of luxury hotels around the world. SAIT is the only Canadian institution on the list.…

  • Choice in Education Makes our Province Stronger

    Choice in Education Makes our Province Stronger

      During the past election campaign, Wildrose firmly stood behind defending parental choice in education. Public, Catholic, Independent, Charter and Home Education options all play a critical role in our education system. This diversity of choice gives parents viable and effective alternatives, while improving overall learning outcomes. At the end of the day, a parent…

  • Statement from Minister Joe Ceci on Moody’s Credit Rating

    Statement from Minister Joe Ceci on Moody’s Credit Rating

      President of Treasury Board and Minister of Finance Joe Ceci issued the following statement about Moody’s credit downgrade. “Today’s credit rating downgrade is a disappointment. Around the world, companies and governments engaged in petroleum production are facing ratings downgrades. In Alberta, we are in a better position than most to manage these pressures, while…

  • Fildebrandt Statement on Ceci Trip to Meet with Credit Agencies

    Fildebrandt Statement on Ceci Trip to Meet with Credit Agencies

    EDMONTON, AB (April 25, 2016): Today, Wildrose Shadow Finance Minister Derek Fildebrandt released the following statement in response to NDP Finance Minister Joe Ceci travelling to speak with credit agencies: “Travelling to New York and Toronto will do nothing to restore Alberta’s plunging credit rating. Only demonstrating fiscal responsibility with a clear plan to control spending…

  • Notley Budget Ignores Lessons from Alberta’s History

    Don’t be reluctant to look to a Progressive Conservative government for an example of successful fiscal policy By Ben Eisen and Charles Lammam, The Fraser Institute VANCOUVER, B.C. / Troy Media/ – Alberta’s 2016 budget confirmed provincial public finances are in bad shape. This year, the government expects to run an operating deficit of $10.4 billion (representing…