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While council felt it was the option that most closely aligned with public feedback the City has received about the future rec centre over the last two years, the decision to shift away from a 50-metre pool hasn’t been unanimously popular – particularly among the city’s local swim clubs.

Jeaurond said he hopes his advocacy will demonstrate to Tim Horton's how popular the walnut crunch is, and encourage the company to keep it around long term.

“He's a ball of light and a ball of energy,” Louisier said. “I don't think he's ever come across a person who hasn't fallen in love with him.”

The move is a significant one for the organization, according to SCALS program coordinator Tanya Klappe, but also one that brings it in line with 87 other CALP groups across the province.

Thanks to our digitalized world, you can be anywhere and still enjoy the benefits of your free library card.

Members of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Women's Association (AMWA) of Airdrie got digging in the dirt on June 8, as they took part in a volunteer tree-planting initiative in Highland Park. The event was to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Women Organization.

According to Shierman, Aggie Day not only sparked curiosity and excitement, but also planted the seeds for a future generation that values the agricultural industry and the environment.

Elise Andrews, the parent of multiple Herons Crossing School students and chair of the school council, said there are many expenses the prize money could go toward if the Airdrie school is selected as one of the five winners.

The Airdrie Farmers Market opened its summer outdoor market season at the Plainsmen Arena on June 7. The weekly market is held there every Wednesday from 3:30 to 7 p.m.

As part of local Seniors Week celebrations, an 'Airdrie's Got Talent' seniors' talent show was put on at the Airdrie Town and Country Centre on June 7, showcasing a wide variety of live music, acting, and other performances featuring the city's golden generation.