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FTS News: Graduates and August Student of the Month
Congratulations Graduates!!! The following students successfully passed Kyu Gradings in August: Ninja Kids – Mason Kohut 3rd kyu Juniors Martial Arts – Alexander Croteau 5th kyu, Tristan Kohut 3rd kyu Adult Ninjutsu – Tammy Brettnell-Pettipiece 9th kyu, Nicolas Savage 6th kyu Student of the month August 2014: Jacob Croteau Congratulations Jacob from Juniors Martial Arts,…
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Tour of Alberta to Start Today with World-Class Field
Big-Race Champions, World and National Champions CALGARY, ALBERTA – The Tour of Alberta presented by ATB Financial, Canada’s largest professional cycling race and one of Alberta’s biggest international sporting events, will kick off this evening at Canada Olympic Park in Calgary. Starting with the first rider at 6:05 pm, the 118 world-class field will roll…
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Alberta Comes Out on Top at the 2014 Canada 55+ Games
Strathcona County hosted the Games this year. Everything just wrapped up on Saturday with the highlight being a Silver medal awarded to Florence Storch (101 years old) from Hanna, Alberta in the Javelin competition. The Turner Valley Braves battled their way to Bronze in the 55+ Mixed Slo-Pitch. Congratulations to all the participants in this…
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Tour of Alberta Will Cause Temporary Road Closures
The Tour of Alberta returns this September and highways along the racing route will be closed to allow elite, international cyclists battle it out during the six-day race across Alberta. Sections of highway and other roadways will close temporarily to accommodate the passage of cyclists and their entourage between September 2 and 7. Motorists can…
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CBC: 101-Year-Old Alberta Woman Goes For Gold
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AHS: ATV safety urged ahead of long weekend
CALGARY – As Albertans gear up for the August long weekend, Alberta Health Services (AHS) is reminding all residents, and particularly parents of children less than 16 years of age, to be mindful of the significant risks associated with the use of all-terrain vehicles (ATVs). “We know that children less than 16 years of age…
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ACTIVE AT SCHOOL brings elite Canadian winter athletes to Iqaluit to inspire kids to get moving
Through ACTIVE AT SCHOOL, Canadian Tire Donates $100,000 to Nunavut To Encourage Continued Daily Physical Activity In Youth Across The Territory IQALUIT, Aug. 25, 2014 /CNW/ – ACTIVE AT SCHOOL – a broad-based group led by Canadian Tire that includes influential organizations with an expertise in health and wellness, sport and recreation, industry and education…
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FootGolf: Two Sports into One
What is FootGolf? FootGolf is a combination of the popular sports of soccer and golf. The game is played with a regulation #5 soccer ball at a golf course facility on shortened holes with 21-inch diameter cups. You can play at 12 courses across Canada: Alberta: Bear Creek Golf Club in Grande Prairie Heatherglen Golf…
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Film Festival in Bragg Creek this September
Bragg Creek & Kananaskis Outdoor Recreation is once again hosting the Best of VIMFF 2014 (Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival) on September 6th, 2014! It all takes place at the Bragg Creek Community Centre at 23 White Avenue. The doors open at 6pm with the show starting at 7pm (the show ends at approximately 9:45).…
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Oilers’ first championship team reunites for Stollery
Champs gather in October to raise money Members of the Edmonton Oilers’ first championship team are reuniting this fall to score some funds for the Stollery Children’s Hospital. Wayne Gretzky, Mark Messier, Kevin Lowe, Grant Fuhr, Paul Coffey and other members of the 1984 Stanley Cup championship squad are reuniting Oct. 10 at Rexall Place…
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Guy Weadick Days Part 2 This Weeked – F C A Rodeo 2014
Schedule: Friday, August 22nd, 2014: Gates open at 4:00PM, Rodeo starts at 6:00PM Saturday, August 23rd, 2014*: Gates open at 3:00PM, Rodeo starts at 5:00PM Sunday, August 24th, 2014: Gates open at 12:00noon, Rodeo starts at 2:00PM *Slack goes Saturday, August 23rd, 2014 at 10:00AM Ticket Prices: Thurs: Adults $20, Under 16 free Fri/Sat/Sun: Adults…
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High River Fall Program Registration Made Easy
Residents can now register for fall recreational activities online at www.highriver.ca, by phone 403-652-4042, or in-person at the Bob Snodgrass Recreation Complex (228 12 Avenue S.E.) The new community program guide includes sports, recreation, general fitness or wellness classes as well as arts, crafts and special programs for youth and children. “We are really happy…
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Diamond Valley Kids Rewarded for Playing Safe
Throughout the month of August any kid under 18 who is caught wearing a helmet while riding in the community will receive a special reward. Turner Valley RCMP and Black Diamond Peace Officers are handing out special vouchers that can be redeemed for a treat at Grillo’s Pizzeria in Black Diamond. Children on bikes, scooters…
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Magali Harvey the Women’s Player of the Year
(IRB.COM) Sunday 17 August 2014 Canada wing Magali Harvey has been named the IRB Women’s Player of the Year 2014 following her side’s 21-9 defeat by England in the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2014 final at Stade Jean Bouin in Paris on Sunday. Harvey is the first Canadian to win the prestigious award and reflects…
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Vulcan Plays Host to Sid Hartung Memorial Rodeo this Weekend
Plan a FANTASTIC trip to Vulcan, Alberta for our 10th annual Sid Hartung Memorial Rodeo. Saturday August 16 and Sunday August 17. Vulcan Rodeo Grounds. ADMISSION IS FREE!! So come on down and join the fun!! Saturday 1pm – Concession and Beer Gardens open (beer served until 1am) 3pm – Rodeo Events, Wild at Heart…
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