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These small steps can make a big difference to the environment Article by Sarah Dotimas The concept of being a conscious consumer may seem pretty straightforward, but it can be confusing.There are many ways to do it. I’m that kind of conscious consumer who tries her darndest to be mindful of environmental impacts when purchasing […]

Rat Creek Press contributors and readers sound off on voting issues RCP COLLABORATION On Oct. 21, Canada’s federal election will be held, and voters will select who they think will make the best member of Parliament in their riding. An election is a perfect time to consider what issues are most important to you and […]

Recent news draws a variety of responses from local residents RCP READERS This past July, two news items relating to our communities sparked plenty of discussion on social media: SafeCityYEG and CBC’s podcast called Slumtown. SafeCityYEG This online mapping tool was released in early July and allows people to pinpoint on a map where they […]

What we do to celebrate the national day of Canada RCP CONTRIBUTORS Summer’s going by so fast and soon it will be July 1. Everyone has a different way of celebrating or acknowledging our national holiday. In this issue, RCP contributors share their special traditions and memories.  We always put on our best Canada shirts […]

John A. McDougall students love to fundraise and help others GRADE 6 STUDENTS OF JOHN A. MCDOUGALL Across from the community public park and a couple of blocks down from Kingsway Mall, you will find John A. McDougall Elementary School (J.A.M) on 10930 107 Street. It looks like a castle on the outside with walls […]

Long-running festival will feature three concerts KATHRYN MACINTOSH The C’mon Festival, Edmonton’s annual celebration of dressed-down classical music, started life on Alberta Ave in 2013 at St. Faith’s Anglican Church as a Fringe Bring Your Own Venue (BYOV). From there, it spent four years at Studio 96 in McCauley. This July, the festival moves past […]

Think about your memories this Father’s Day RCP READERS & CONTRIBUTORS During Bloomin’ Garden Show this May, Rat Creek Press had a booth and gave readers and Bloomin’ participants a question: what did you learn or remember from your father? People gave some wonderful responses! Thank you to those who participated. My first memory of […]

Think about your memories this Father’s Day RCP READERS & CONTRIBUTORS During Bloomin’ Garden Show this May, Rat Creek Press had a booth and gave readers and Bloomin’ participants a question: what did you learn or remember from your father? People gave some wonderful responses! Thank you to those who participated. My first memory of […]

Tips to keep children safe from threatening situations EDMONTON SAFE PARENT Alberta is one of the safest places in the world to live, work, and play. To help make it even safer for your children, these safety tips have been compiled to help prepare both parents and children to deal with threatening situations. Have your […]

Rivercity Roof Rescue is offering free or discounted services If it’s between buying groceries or fixing a leaky roof, an Alberta Avenue roofer wants to help. Chris Workun understands the struggle and is offering free or discounted services to those who really need it. Workun, who owns Rivercity Roofing, started Rivercity Roof Rescue as a […]

Rivercity Roof Rescue is offering free or discounted services If it’s between buying groceries or fixing a leaky roof, an Alberta Avenue roofer wants to help. Chris Workun understands the struggle and is offering free or discounted services to those who really need it. Workun, who owns Rivercity Roofing, started Rivercity Roof Rescue as a […]

Tips and tricks to make eating in a little easier RCP CONTRIBUTORS It’s suppertime and your stomach is growling. It’s so tempting to head to a restaurant or order in. This month, RCP contributors share their strategies and ideas for fixing meals at home. I’m on a restricted diet, and cooking at home makes it […]