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Praxis: All wrapped up
By Patty Rooks on September 7th, 2019
Praxis@Praxismh.ca@PraxisMedHat Well, I hope that everyone is settling into the back to school routine. I will be honest, I had some heavy eyelids and perhaps an additional cup of coffee or two this week! It’s all good though. Starting a new school year always makes me feel refreshed. With the new school year comes birthday ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: Back to school, back to life
By Pastor Jim Bredeson on September 7th, 2019
The September long weekend somewhat ironically named Labour Day (ironic because it is marked by not labouring!) marks the end of our annual cultural sabbatical. Vacations are coming to an end. School starts. Church life resumes in earnest. Even if you no longer have children in school (like me), there still is a sense that ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Caring Closet makes life easier for those who need a hand
By Medicine Hat News on September 7th, 2019
From a caring heart has sprung a caring closet. Laura Gould opened Ma’z & Pa’z Caring Closet in May, looking to make life a little easier for anyone in Medicine Hat who might need a little help. “I’m always helping people whether it’s giving them clothes, or other items or whatever,” said Gould of her ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Five principles guide the AHS Indigenous Health Program
By Cai-Lei Matsumoto on September 6th, 2019
Cai-Lei.Matsumoto@albertahealthservices.ca What is the Indigenous Health Program at AHS? The Indigenous Health Program provides support throughout the province in partnership with Indigenous peoples, communities, and key stakeholders. The program works to provide accessible, culturally appropriate health services for First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples in Alberta. The work is guided by five principles: 1. Caring ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!What’s Up Doc?: Stop flirting with your enemies by eating smarter and healthier
By Dr. Noorali Bhawani on September 3rd, 2019
Let us start with a question – What is the best way to lose weight? Is it intense exercise or less eating? Or both? You cannot lose weight just by exercising. Regular exercise will make your heart and muscles strong. To lose weight you have to eat less and eat healthy. This has to be ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Buds and Blooms: Our backyard is my joy
By Bev Crawford on August 31st, 2019
Nothing makes me happier than the wondrous provision of Mother Nature (except my family)! Sitting in our backyard is my joy. Last year before we hung our hummingbird feeder the little bird was visiting our flowers. This year we hung the feeder in anticipation of their arrival. A customer, who lives by the river, told ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Clubs Calendar Sept. 2-8, 2019
By Medicine Hat News on August 31st, 2019
Note: Some listings may be cancelled due to the Labour Day long weekend. Check with the club. MONDAY – Do you have a drinking problem? Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held seven days a week in Medicine Hat. For times and locations, call 403-527-2065. – Moms’ Walking Group, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., meet in Mall Food ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: Everybody has a story to tell
By Sidney Nelson on August 31st, 2019
It is several years ago that several of my children asked and insisted that I should write my memoirs. My first inclination was that there was nothing in particular that they or others would find interesting. I had an eight-week session of medical treatments with time on hand that got me going. So I went ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Praxis: Wow your students early this year
By Patty Rooks on August 31st, 2019
praxis@praxismh.ca@PraxisMedHat I know that I probably say this every year, but WOW, Where has the summer break gone? Welcome back to all educators. I know that you have all been preparing for weeks already. It may be hard to get those students excited those first few days back, but this activity is sure to excite ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Collector’s Corner: Revenue stamps can have serious value
By Dennis Vickery on August 31st, 2019
medhatcsc@live.com Revenue stamps are used to pay a fee, tax or credit to a government department, agency or authority. In Canada they have been used for items as varied as court documents, sales receipts, loan statements, playing cards, cheques, tobacco, liquor, deeds, licences, bills of exchange, stock certificates, contracts, inspection certificates, unemployment insurance, vacation pay, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Insurance Understood: Get intrigued and engaged about your insurance plan
By Steve Meldrum on August 31st, 2019
steve@swellwealth.com When you were a kid, did you like going back to school after summer? Did you plan out the clothes that you were going to wear on the first day and pack your backpack in advance? Or were you dragging your feet, hoping that the reality of it would never come? My three daughters ... Read More »
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