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Rocky View Publishing reporter reflects on meaning of Remembrance Day

Rocky View Publishing reporter reflects on meaning of Remembrance Day

On Oct. 22, Canada had a very bad day.
Rocky View Publishing assistant editor proud of Canadian's inclusive nature

Rocky View Publishing assistant editor proud of Canadian's inclusive nature

I have been lucky enough never to know the fear of having a loved one head off to war. My grandpa Chorney was a navy man but as he was heading overseas to join the battle in World War II, the war ended on his way there.
Rocky View Publishing reporter reflects on one of Canada's darkest days

Rocky View Publishing reporter reflects on one of Canada's darkest days

I’m looking out my office window right now, on the morning of Oct. 27 where I’m watching the Canadian flag across the street waving at half-mast.
Supporting sports and recreation for families

Supporting sports and recreation for families

Earlier this year, I had the privilege to take part in the Jumpstart Games in Cochrane. This fundraising event supports the Jumpstart charity, which has helped more than 760,000 Canadian kids afford to participate in sports since 2005.
Rocky View Publishing reporter sick of gender stereotypes

Rocky View Publishing reporter sick of gender stereotypes

I’ve never really thought of myself as being very ‘girly.’ In fact, I tend to prefer shopping in the men’s section of most stores, looking for cozy grey clothes that don’t draw attention.
Canadian Nobel Prize winner a gives reporter motivation to write more

Canadian Nobel Prize winner a gives reporter motivation to write more

There is a Canada has several claims to fame that most people would like to pawn off on the Americans. The list most notably includes Justin Bieber, Nickelback, and arguably Sarah McLachlan due to her now-infamous humane society commercials.
Rocky View Publishing editor frustrated with local dog owners

Rocky View Publishing editor frustrated with local dog owners

My partner and I have a pit bull cross, and as all pet owners know, he’s pretty much our baby. Our 14 year old bad behaved, anxious, manipulating baby, however.
Stop hating online: exploitation is a crime

Stop hating online: exploitation is a crime

In recent weeks, you may have seen an advertisement regarding one of our government’s key initiatives in the battle against cyberbullying, Stop Hating Online. Cyberbullying is a serious concern in schools and communities across Canada.
Rocky View Publishing reporter is not a fan of Halloween traditions

Rocky View Publishing reporter is not a fan of Halloween traditions

I’m not a fan of a Halloween. There. I’ve said it. I’m the one on Oct. 31 who turns off the porch lights and hides in the basement. If there was a Scrooge equivalent for Halloween, I’d be it.
Springbank dry-dam rushed through the processes

Springbank dry-dam rushed through the processes

If you lived in or around Calgary in June of 2013, you will likely never forget the flood waters rushing along through farms, towns and cities, destroying roads, homes and buildings as well as natural areas.
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