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Gary Poignant

Gary Poignant

Freelance writer Gary Poignant writes lifestyle features for Alberta Prime Times. He's been part of the team since 2019.

Recent Work by Gary

Memories of the mall

Memories of the mall

What are your memories of West Edmonton Mall? Family fun at the wave pool? A hair-raising ride on The Mindbender roller coaster? An underground adventure at the submarine?
The slow lane gives grocery shoppers more than time at the checkout

The slow lane gives grocery shoppers more than time at the checkout

Belmont Sobeys new slow lane is designed for shoppers who like to take their time; maybe chat a while. But some see a deeper good for employee and customer alike.
Death doulas can be comforting part of end-of-life care

Death doulas can be comforting part of end-of-life care

Death doulas part of the circle of care available to a dying loved one.
Cheering for both/either side in the Battle of Alberta

Cheering for both/either side in the Battle of Alberta

Whoever wins round two of the Stanley Cup playoffs, fans and businesses alike agree it's good for all Albertans. Share your fan pics on our Facebook page or send to [email protected] We'll share the Battle of Alberta excitement with our readers!
Elks charge 2022 CFL season with renewed spirit

Elks charge 2022 CFL season with renewed spirit

Edmonton Elks rebuild, with nod to history and long-time fans, but also with an eye to the future
Attention shoppers: Donna has worked here for 50 years, and is still going strong

Attention shoppers: Donna has worked here for 50 years, and is still going strong

An Alberta senior has received a rare 50-years of service badge at an Edmonton Woolco turned Walmart. "A lot of shoppers have been coming here since I've been here," said 77-year-old Donna Batiuk has seen decades of change and said the key to keeping a job is a good attitude.
Long-term care and COVID-19: How are we managing?

Long-term care and COVID-19: How are we managing?

Two years into the pandemic, here is a look at how long-term care facilities and workers are coping.
Canine companions critical during pandemic

Canine companions critical during pandemic

Canine companions have been a life-saver during the pandemic: Just check out a dog park or two; they're busier than ever.
Snowbirds eager to take flight this winter

Snowbirds eager to take flight this winter

Retirees and holiday-makers are anxious to return to the U.S. this winter as borders re-open and COVID-19 case counts decline.
The pandemic's toll on health care workers

The pandemic's toll on health care workers

Unless COVID-19 brings us or our loved ones into hospital, most don't understand the weight health care workers are bearing through the pandemic, union reps say.
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