Understanding systemic racism’s impact Changing the pattern of law enforcement and systemic racism I don’t blame my neighbours if they don’t understand what systemic racism means. When the head of the RCMP and her […] Mimi Williams July 1, 2020
Do you know what watershed we live in? Learning about watersheds and why they’re important Indigenous people were the first stewards of this land we live on (now Treaty 6 territory). Some estimates are that these first people […] Gillian Kerr July 1, 2020
Thinking outside the box this summer Finding different ways to enjoy the warm weather RCP COLLABORATION Many typical summer activities are no longer available this year due to the pandemic. However, that doesn’t mean there are […] Editor June 1, 2020
Navigating our way through the recession How we got here and what we can do about it It probably surprises no one that Alberta is now in a recession. Rob Roach, director of research for ATB’s […] Talea Medynski June 1, 2020
Community gardens seeing increased demand People must follow the new guidelines to ensure public health safety This summer, people are keen to grow their own food and community gardens are seeing increased interest. But with […] Stephen Strand June 1, 2020
Re-imagining the future of community events Adjusting to a new way of organizing or attending events will take time Our community hall in Alberta Avenue is still. Silent. What once was a bustling centre is closed, […] Virginia Potkins June 1, 2020
Local senior is a gem of Parkdale community Josefine Singh is an active volunteer who values family Longtime Parkdale resident and retiree Josefine Singh loves living in the community, particularly “the trees, the neighbourhood feeling, and getting to […] Sarah Dotimas June 1, 2020
Why people are finding sleep elusive Strategies to work your way back to a good night’s rest Maybe you have always slept like a baby (the non-colicky kind), but now sleep is evasive. Then there are […] Rusti Lehay June 1, 2020
Students display their appreciation creations Artwork by students at Norwood Elementary thanks essential workers NORWOOD NEWSPAPER CLUB Here are some of the drawings our Kindergarten to Grade 6 students did to show their thanks for […] Editor June 1, 2020
How the words we use shape our world view Language matters in how we interact and emotionally connect with others Language: it’s how we communicate with each other. This can be through verbal sounds strung together, moving our hands […] Victoria Stevens June 1, 2020
The pandemic changed the food supply chain It’s become vital to support local producers or grow your own food This morning, my wife and I ate brunch at home. Nothing fancy, just some bacon and eggs. Tonight, […] Mark Parsons June 1, 2020
A healthy yard leads to a happier you Use these tips to create an environmentally-friendly yard Is everyone into gardening now? I keep hearing stories from first timers to seasoned gardeners that it is the “summer of the […] Gillian Kerr June 1, 2020