Month: May 2016

Local News

New version of Animal Control Bylaw passes First Reading

May 26, 2016 1

Council has unanimously passed First Reading to the new Animal Control Bylaw, following some tweaks and changes. The new Bylaw, named the Responsible Pet Ownership Bylaw, makes significant changes to pet ownership in Morinville. Community Peace Officer William Norton, who was on hand at the meeting to take questions from Council, developed the new Bylaw based on input from the failed Animal Control Bylaw brought to Council late last year. […]

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Donations from Ontario and the UK assist Cadets in Vimy Fundraiser

May 25, 2016 Comments Off on Donations from Ontario and the UK assist Cadets in Vimy Fundraiser

3061 (1 CER) Morinville Army Cadets are a little closer to heading to Vimy next year for the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge.

Richard Hughes flew in from Southampton, Hampshire United Kingdom and made a cash donation of $2000 in Canadian funds and brought equipment and supplies from the UK to the 3061 (1 CER) Morinville Army Cadets. The presentation, which included rucksacks, ponchos, can openers, field message pads, sporks and other items, was made May 24 at the cadet practice meeting held at the curling rink. […]

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Council sponsors Christmas in June Motorcycle Toy Run at $500

May 25, 2016 Comments Off on Council sponsors Christmas in June Motorcycle Toy Run at $500

In a unanimous decision, Council has decided to sponsor the Christmas in June Toy Run put on by the Morinville Lions Club and Technical Automotives Inc. at $500. The event brings motorcyclists to Morinville to raise money for the Midstream Support Society, who offer programs and assistance to help low-income families afford presents for their children. In addition to cash, riders also bring toys for the society’s anual Santa Store. […]

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Council approves Bylaw and Policy Review Committee

May 25, 2016 4

In a unanimous decision, Council has approved the new terms of reference for a new Council committee responsible for reviewing Town Bylaws and legislation.

The new Bylaw and Policy Review Committee was created to allow Council to spend time reviewing and making recommendations on bylaws and other pending legislation to be ultimately passed by Council. […]

Columns

National Column: Ottawa has fumbled assisted-dying bill from start

May 25, 2016 Comments Off on National Column: Ottawa has fumbled assisted-dying bill from start

This country’s highest court ultimately gave Parliamentarians 16 months to craft legislation on assisted dying. That apparently wasn’t enough.

Missing the court-imposed June 6 deadline will not plunge this nation into some type of chaotic constitutional abyss, but the past 16 months leading to that deadline have taught us a lot about our political system and the men and women who represent us. It tells us a lot about the perils of fixed election dates, a move to remove partisanship from the Senate, the management of the legislative agenda by a rookie government – but most of all it tells us a lot about the timidity of our elected representatives. […]

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Council passes Third Reading of new utility bylaw; bans rental accounts

May 25, 2016 Comments Off on Council passes Third Reading of new utility bylaw; bans rental accounts

During their May 24 meeting, Council unanimously passed Third Reading of Utility Bylaw changes which, among other updates, will no longer permit utility accounts to be in a tenant’s name.

The changes are intended to save the Town time and money, with the Town currently on the hook for tracking down missed payments and collections. […]

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New Subdivision Authority Bylaw passes First Reading

May 25, 2016 1

In a unanimous decision, with limited discussion, Council has unanimously given First Reading to a new Subdivision Authority Bylaw. The changes in the Bylaw are intended to simplify and expedite subdivision extensions, according to Morinville’s Director of Planning and Development, Greg Hofmann, who spoke in favour of the Bylaw that evening. […]

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Council passes Westwinds ASP changes

May 25, 2016 Comments Off on Council passes Westwinds ASP changes

Council has unanimously passed Second and Third Reading of a new Area Structure Plan (ASP) amendment that will include a new Catholic elementary school and a shopping centre. The new Westwinds development is located between Masons Landscaping and the No Frills Parking lot on the west side of 100 Street. […]

Columns

National Column: Nothing but grief for Liberals

May 24, 2016 Comments Off on National Column: Nothing but grief for Liberals

Looking back on the debacle that attended the latest episode in the assisted-death debate in the House of Commons this week, it is easy to forget that Justin Trudeau’s government had a parliamentary consensus within its grasp when it set out to draft its now-contentious bill. […]

Province

Province introduces Climate Leadership Implementation Act

May 24, 2016 Comments Off on Province introduces Climate Leadership Implementation Act

Environment Minister Shannon Phillips introduced Bill 20, the Climate Leadership Implementation Act Tuesday, a proposed law the government says implements key elements of Alberta’s Climate Leadership Plan, and will create jobs by investing in a higher-value, lower-carbon, energy-efficient economy. […]

Arts & Culture

Lafferty’s Wake coming to town

May 23, 2016 Comments Off on Lafferty’s Wake coming to town

Family, friends and Morinville residents will have the opportunity to say their farewell to Charlie Lafferty at Rory’s Pub in the Morinville Community Cultural Centre. The evening will be a gala evening for the well-known pub, and many regulars are expected to pay tribute to the man. […]

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Volunteers Assemble!

May 23, 2016 Comments Off on Volunteers Assemble!

A local volunteer is putting together a team of superheroes to assist when the need arises, individuals with unique skills and abilities that are brought to bear when a little helping hand is required. […]

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Talk of the Town

May 23, 2016 Comments Off on Talk of the Town

Ecole Georges H. Primeau Middle School Principal Allan Menduk was singing his student’s praises last week. “We are very proud to report that the students raised $3,257.05 in their bottle collection drive over the past week,” he told Morinville News. The funds were raised to support those affected by the Fort McMurray wildfire. […]