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Collector’s Corner: Haunted Canada
By Dennis Vickery on October 25th, 2025
Halloween is just around the corner – a time of ghosts and goblins, of spooky monsters and unexplained phenomenon. Even Canada Post jumped on the bandwagon a few years ago, issuing three different series of stamps titled Haunted Canada. These stamps portrayed famous specters and phantasms from across Canada. The first series of five stamps ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Perspective
By Linda Hancock on October 18th, 2025
My daughter and I went to England a few years ago and we were typical tourists visiting all the places that we had dreamed about for years. One day we decided to take a tour on one of the red double-decker bus. We climbed the stairs and positioned ourselves on the top level so that ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: Why being a Christian is like being a pirate
By Scott Raible on October 18th, 2025
Now, I know what you’re thinking – what business do I have in comparing Christians to pirates? After all, pirates don’t have the best reputation! But stay with me, because this little picture might help us see the Christian life in a fresh way. First, think of the sea. For a pirate, the ocean is ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: Fake blood
By Patty Rooks on October 18th, 2025
With the cooler weather the past few days, I am beginning to feel fall and of course, Halloween is approaching fast. I am also noticing decorations for the season popping up around town. A big shout-out to those of you who decorated your yards and driveways for the “holiday” – they look spooky! Well, in ... Read More »
1 responseBy the Way: A world of thanks
By Rev Dr. Nancy Cocks on October 11th, 2025
I am very thankful this Thanksgiving. In August I was rushed to Foothills Hospital for open heart surgery which I’m thankful to say was successful. I am even more grateful for the health care team that surrounded me. From the doctors and nurses providing cardiac care to the porters, aides and cleaning staff working diligently ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: Let’s get polished
By Patty Rooks on October 11th, 2025
I know I promised to keep up with the Halloween experiments but I have had a special request to do a useful experiment for Thanksgiving. This weekend, many will be gathering to celebrate the holiday and with that comes using your very best place settings. If you are like me, when you pull anything silver ... Read More »
1 responseAll Psyched Up: Giving with thanks
By Dr. Linda Hancock on October 11th, 2025
When my daughter’s children were younger, at each evening meal she would ask everyone at the table to describe their “Best thing of the day” and “Worst thing of the day.” This ritual provided a framework for daily communications and resulted in both celebration and problem-solving opportunities. Unfortunately, each of us tends to focus on ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: Getting a boost of energy, naturally
By Diana Gifford-Jones on October 10th, 2025
Do you ever find yourself a little low on fuel, right when you could really use some? Men may discover they need a touch of help with their tiger, so to speak. But being low on steam could occur at less exciting moments too, like when walking up the stairs. I’m referring to instances when ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Thankful hearts, healthy minds
By Erin Lawson on October 10th, 2025
Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to think about everything we are grateful for. Gratitude means noticing the good things in our lives – like family, friends, our health, or even a sunny day. When we practice gratitude, we feel happier, calmer and more hopeful. It can even help our mental health, especially during stressful times. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Kindness Matters: World Mental Health Day is Friday, but every day is a good day to seek help
By What Matters to Hatters Coalition on October 9th, 2025
Did you know that World Mental Health Day is Friday, Oct.10? World Mental Health Day is an annual event that highlights the importance of learning about different ways we can stay mentally healthy and acknowledging that not everyone cares for their mental health in the same way. On this day and every day, we want ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Municipal Matters: Cybersecurity – Quiet work that keeps everyday services running
By Scott Giesbrecht on October 9th, 2025
Protecting what is valuable to us is instinctive in our day-to-day lives. We make sure our doors and windows are locked when we leave home, install security systems to protect our businesses, set car alarms to deter break-ins, and build fences around our properties. As the world becomes increasingly digital, that same protective instinct must ... Read More »
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