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The individual and collective power of the poppy

Posted on November 4, 2021

2021 marks the 100th anniversary of the Poppy Campaign, and for Canadians, the solemn red and black flower has become inextricably linked to Remembrance Day… Read More »

Election may be over, but continue to monitor elected officials

Posted on October 28, 2021

The municipal elections across Alberta may finally be over, but that doesn’t mean officials that were elected in your community should be left alone. Continue… Read More »

Support your local businesses 

Posted on October 22, 2021

Small businesses are the life blood of small communities, and we think that’s a fairly undeniable fact. Without small businesses and people with dreams —… Read More »

Municipal Election bringing opportunity to choose your voice

Posted on October 14, 2021

With Alberta Municipal Election advanced voting beginning all over the province, it’s a good time to remember this is your time to cast a ballot… Read More »

We’re all sick of the pandemic but let’s be kind to one another

Posted on October 7, 2021

We’re sure many of you have already heard that protestors are banned from blocking access to hospitals under the new provincial regulation Premier Jason Kenney… Read More »

COVID-19 ain’t over yet — let’s not pretend it is

Posted on September 16, 2021

COVID is just another word really, and the number 19 — is well, just another number. As 9/11 has become synonymous with tragedy and a… Read More »

Sitting on municipal council is a task not to be taken lightly

Posted on September 3, 2021

A municipal election is one of the most important and locally influential votes a person can cast. Not only does a municipal council make decisions… Read More »

Pumpkin spice is in the air — that means fall is just around the corner

Posted on August 19, 2021

It's quite refreshing to see fall decor, pumpkin spice coffees, back-toschool supplies and Halloween-related merch starting to hit the shelves at local marketplaces. Why you… Read More »

Life is riddled with complexities, conundrums and concoctions

Posted on August 12, 2021

Common sense seems to have taken a back seat these days. Street smarts and book smarts have fizzled out, it would seem too – which… Read More »

Learning to live with COVID-19

Posted on August 12, 2021

Dear Editor: I am sorry the way I communicated about the planned changes to our COVID-19 response has caused feelings of confusion, fear or anger… Read More »

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