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Back to School Safety
by Alberta Health Services Alberta Health Services EMS would like to remind parents and students of some basic safety tips as the school year begins again this fall. Pedestrians and motorists both have an…
Accidental Poisoning
Accidental Poisoning by Emergency Health Services Emergency Health Services (EHS) paramedics would like to remind parents and caregivers of precautions they can take to help prevent accidental childhood poisonings around the home. Ingesting prescription…
Recipe of the Month: Tanghulu
by S. Law Looking for a fun way to use your fruit? Try making tanghulu at home! This classic Chinese snack is easy to make and the perfect treat, check out the recipe below!…
Divorce and Family Businesses
by Christopher Bungay, Divorce Lawyer In many divorces, one spouse owns and runs a business. Alberta divorce law recognizes this kind of business as “family property”. This means that, in most of these cases,…
September Starts in August: Five Simple Steps to Make Fall Feel Less Chaotic
by Shayla Moulton September has a way of sneaking up on us. One minute you're enjoying long summer evenings, and the next you're juggling school schedules, work deadlines, extracurricular activities, appointments, and holiday planning.…
O Newfoundland
by Garth Paul Ukrainetz In Newfoundland we took a walk Among the streets of Port Aux Basques We started at the boating dock To reach the lighthouse was our task A sunken graveyard…
Write it Forward: August’s Reflection
by Michelle Macdonald, Letter Writing and Mail Club Enthusiast. List your favourite hobbies. Pick one that gives you great fulfillment. Why is it so special to you? Dear reader, It has taken me some…
From Gardens to Green Spaces: A New Study Explores Nature’s Role in Cancer Care
by ACTION Centre, Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary As someone impacted by cancer, you know things researchers don't. You know what it felt like to sit with a diagnosis, or to sit…
Provincial Flowers
by H.N Wells The wild rose, or Rosa acicularis, was designated as the floral symbol of Alberta in 1930. As the story goes, the editor of an Edmonton newspaper suggested that an emblem…
Mental Health Moment: Dating Safely: Recognizing the Red Flags of an Unsafe Relationship
by Nancy Bergeron, R.Psych. | [email protected] Dating can be exciting. However, it’s a time when we overlook warning signs because our attraction leads us to want to believe the best about someone. According to…
The Emotional Side of Money: Fear, Confidence, and Stress and the Roles They Play
by Karen Boudewyn, Senior Wealth Advisor Money decisions are rarely driven by logic alone. While we often tell ourselves we’ll act based on facts and analysis, emotions tend to lead, with logic following behind…
A Fresh Perspective: What If You Deserved Your Own Compassion
by Rebecca Pink, Registered Provisional Psychologist When was the last time that you offered yourself the same kindness that you so freely give to others? Most of us don’t hesitate to comfort a friend…
Recipe – Nutmeg Cheesecake
July 30 is National Cheesecake Day! Try baking one of your own to celebrate! Ingredients 2 cups of graham crumbs 1 cup of butter or margarine, melted ½ cup of white granulated sugar 2…
Taxing Homeowners Guide
by Anne Burke The City offers some helpful hints in their Homeowner's Guide. Pay your property tax bill on time to avoid penalties. Every property has its own unique nine-digit roll number. If you…
The Half-Finished Things Taking Up More Space Than You Think
by Shayla Moulton By July, most of us have settled into the rhythm of the year. The ambitious goals we set in January have either become habits or quietly disappeared. Summer calendars are booked…
Write it Forward: July’s Reflection
by Michelle Macdonald, Letter Writing and Mail Club Enthusiast. If you were given a travel pass, but could only visit fictional places (think myths, fairytales, movies, or books), where would you go, and how…
The Growth of Professional Soccer in Calgary and Canada
Since the launch of Canada’s professional soccer landscape in recent years, Calgary has emerged as an important contributor to the sport’s national growth. The rise of professional soccer in the city reflects a broader…
Mental Health Moment: Finding the Right Therapist: How to Search for the Help You’re...
by Nancy Bergeron, R.Psych | [email protected] Searching for a therapist can feel overwhelming. A quick online search can bring up hundreds of profiles, all using different titles, specialties, and approaches. If you're already struggling…
Divorce And Spousal Support – How Much, and for How Long?
by Christopher Bungay, Divorce Lawyer You have decided to get a divorce. After this decision is made, either you or your spouse move out. This is also about the time that economic reality kicks…
