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World Refugee Day (each year on June 20) is an international day designated by the United Nations to honour refugees around the globe. Having been forced to flee their home country to escape conflict or persecution, refugees who settled in Canada make significant contributions to our nation’s economy. As tax payers, they create jobs, buy homes and put down roots …
Parks Canada has recently introduced new restrictions on water activities in Banff National Park. The use of non-motorized watercraft, fishing equipment, and aquatic recreational equipment are restricted in all waterbodies within the Park at all times to prevent the spread of Aquatic Invasive Species. Aquatic Invasive Species are fish, plants, etc. species that have been introduced to a new waterbody. …
If you fit the following eligibility criteria, you can now enter the Open for Summer Lottery once for 3 shots to win $1 million: Alberta resident 18 years or older have received at least one dose of an approved COVID-19 vaccine at the time of registration You can enter as soon as you have had your first dose, but must …
Albertans who received their first dose of COVID-19 vaccine in April are now eligible to book their second appointment. Your will need the date of your first immunization and type of vaccine you received to book your 2nd dose appointment. Expect an automatic phone call and/text message, if you are eligible for the 2nd dose and consented to be contacted …
Through the Plus 15 Wayfinding Project, the City of Calgary is looking to make it easier for people to navigate the Plus 15 walkway network in downtown. The City is looking for your input on Design Options and a Draft Map Design for the new Plus 15 wayfinding system: what you think of the new directional signage options whether the …
Come and connect with your neighbors this Friday, June 18, at 6 pm! Where: Marlborough Community Hall What to expect: indigenous drumming circle and songs, individually packaged snacks What you need to bring: your passion, as well a chair/blanket to sit on.
Effective June 14, 2021, The City announced it will rescind the State of Local Emergency (SOLE). While the City will continue the activation of the Municipal Emergency Plan to provide everybody with information, resources and supports needed about the COVID-19 pandemic, the powers afforded under the State of Local Emergency are no longer deemed necessary. Select City recreation facilities began …
Creative thinkers and innovators! There is still time to enter the Mayor’s Innovation Challenge! The Mayor’s Innovation Challenge invites creative thinkers to share their ideas for how The City of Calgary can advance innovative energy solutions to build a more resilient community. If you have an idea for a pre-commercial venture, a commercial-ready product that just needs a push, or …
A person’s name is an integral part of their heritage and culture. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has launched a process for Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples), residential school survivors and their families to reclaim their Indigenous names on the following immigration identity documents free of charge until May 30, 2026: replacement passports, travel documents, citizenship …
Calgary Pride 2021 (August 27 – September 6) will take place with both in-person and virtual programming. Calgary Pride has recently announced the details of programs and events planned for this year’s celebration, in partnership with B!G ART. B!G Pride Festival: August 27th – September 6th, 2021 Calgary Pride Parade (virtual): September 5th, 2021 B!G Pride: Drive-In, September 1st – …
