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Noteworthy: What best says ‘Canada’ to you?
By Bruce Penton on April 2nd, 2025
Patriotism among Canadians is stronger than ever these days thanks to the annexation talk and tariff threats, and the latest manifestation is a song by a former Glass Tiger member, Alan Frew, called Canada’s Song. It’s a great tune and the video skips between Frew sitting in a chair singing while strumming a guitar and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Let’s Chat: Would you go into debt for your pet?
By Linda Tooth on April 2nd, 2025
I had a feeling last week’s article was not going to be a stand-alone piece. How could it be when people are continuing to post on social media the need to re-home their pets, or people are stating they have found pets that have been abandoned and are now trying to navigate care for them. ... Read More »
1 responseCity Notebook: Carbon tax, part II
By Collin Gallant on March 29th, 2025
@@CollinGallant Goodbye to the carbon tax – but which one is that again? Many Canadians are now learning via our federal election there are two. And just in case you haven’t heard enough about the merits and downfalls of the carbon pricing for every minute of the last 10 years, the industrial one Is now ... Read More »
1 responseLet’s Chat: Pets are family
By Linda Tooth on March 26th, 2025
How far would you go in order to keep your pet with you? We know pets provide emotional support and also a lifeline that allows us to stay mentally healthy and fit. They are the reason many people get out of bed daily, whether it is to feed them or take them for a walk. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Noteworthy: Hatters are everywhere, and some are a real treat
By Bruce Penton on March 26th, 2025
It’s not hard to bump into somebody with Medicine Hat connections no matter where you go in the world. This past Sunday in the press box of T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas – the trip was planned months ago, by another family member and yes, I feel a little guilty about doing anything to support ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City Notebook: City Hall to the rescue?
By Collin Gallant on March 22nd, 2025
@@CollinGallant Economic downturns pack a double whammy for non-profit groups that provide social assistance and gird a community. When money is tight, the need is greatest, but donations are often the first victim of household belt tightening. And we’ve all heard the struggles that charities and service clubs have soliciting funds or drumming up new ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Economics 101: The million-dollar question
By Eric Van Enk on March 22nd, 2025
Does the Trump put still exist, and what is it? A put option is profitable if the value of the security on which the option is based declines. Puts are often used as insurance for market exposure for this reason. Portfolio managers purchase put options on the S&P 500 for example to hedge the risk ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Let’s Chat: Bad managers are out there
By Linda Tooth on March 19th, 2025
Have you ever had a bad manager? I have experience working for businesses where bad managers were or are still working. I will not bore you with the details but let me tell you they are out there. I have to believe that for every bad manager there is a good one waiting in the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!MLA Report: Budget 2025 – Delivering for Medicine Hat
By Justin Wright on March 19th, 2025
As your representative in the Alberta Legislature, I’m pleased to report that Budget 2025 delivers significant investments directly benefiting Medicine Hat and area residents. Infrastructure and Transportation Investments The City of Medicine Hat will receive substantial funding for critical infrastructure. The Wastewater Treatment Plant Flood Protection Project has been granted $3.25 million to enhance our ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Noteworthy: Imagine the possibilities… (seriously though, let’s not)
By Bruce Penton on March 19th, 2025
So many things to consider if Canada does indeed bend to the threats of Donald Trump about annexation and our beloved country becomes the 51st U.S. state: – Do we have to kill the beaver and adopt the bald eagle? – Do we merge the titles of the two national anthems and come up with ... Read More »
1 responseCity Notebook: Signs they are a changin’
By Collin Gallant on March 15th, 2025
@@CollinGallant A portion of Sixth Avenue in front of the Chamber of Commerce will receive a secondary street name – “Commerce Way” – when the chambers across Alberta meet here in May. Not to worry, the non-official effort won’t result in any actual address changes. Such signs also denote the former “Toronto Street” and “Esplanade” ... Read More »
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