Letters

Morinville Remembers [Video]

On the 100th anniversary of the armistice that ended the First World War, Morinvillians and Sturgeon County residents came out for the local Remembrance Day service at the Morinville Legion. […]

Editorial & Opinion

Letter: Christmas Hamper registration now open

As we head into the holiday season, most families will celebrate and enjoy Christmas but there are individuals and families in the Morinville area that are struggling to make ends meet. Just one layoff or injury is all it takes to cause a family despair at this time of year. […]

Editorial & Opinion

Letter: War Amps 100 years old

As Remembrance Day approaches, I would like to pay tribute to the amputee veterans who founded The War Amps, which marks its 100th anniversary this year.
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Editorial & Opinion

Letter: Santa Store Auction looking for donations

We are back for the 21st Annual Charity Auction in support of the Morinville Santa Store. For the past twenty years a team of Auction Committee Volunteers have been able to make a positive difference in our community thanks to all of you. With your kind support and donation the funds raised help bring joy and hope at Christmas to children and families who are in less fortunate situations. […]

Editorial & Opinion

Letter: SVS Charity Run A Success

On Saturday 22 September 2018, Sturgeon Victim Services held its 1st annual Court & Crisis Support Dog Charity Run in support of victims of trauma and crime at Echo Glen Park, Gibbons AB. […]

Editorial & Opinion

Letter: World Suicide Prevention Day

September 10 is World Suicide Prevention Day. This is the one day a year focused solely on awareness around the issue of suicide and its prevention and we’re spreading the message that suicide can affect anyone and anyone can prevent suicide. […]

Editorial & Opinion

Letter: School Zone and Bus Safety – Slow Down, Pay Attention, and Drive Safe

Morinville RCMP wants to remind drivers and pedestrians of some important safety considerations as kids head back to school the first week of September. Road safety is a shared responsibility, drivers and pedestrians should familiarize themselves with their local school zones, and pay extra attention around school buses. Morinville RCMP are encouraging everyone to keep these safety tips in mind: […]

Editorial & Opinion

Letter: MFRC holding charity golf tournament to support military families

The Edmonton Garrison Military Family Resource Centre (MFRC) is pleased to announce our Charitable Golf Tournament, presented by the Edmonton Salutes Committee, will be held at the Edmonton Garrison Memorial Golf and Curling Club on Monday, September 10, 2018 with a nine AM shot-gun start, followed by a steak dinner and lots of prizes.
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Editorial & Opinion

Letter: Liberals Fail to Diversify Export Markets for Canadian Agriculture

Trade is critical to the Canadian economy; in fact, one-in-five Canadian jobs and 60% of Canada’s GDP are dependent on trade. Global trade tensions and diplomatic failures have created pressure on Canadian producers of products such as barley, corn, oats, pulses, soybeans and wheat. […]

Editorial & Opinion

Letter: Sturgeon Victim Services Golf Tournament thanks

The community came together once again in support of the Sturgeon Victim Services 22nd annual Charity Golf Tournament. This year’s event was held at the Sandpiper Golf & Country Club on Monday 25 June, 2018, raising more than $11,000 for victims or crime and trauma living in Sturgeon County. […]