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Province makes $21.5M available for collegiate schools startup, expansion costs
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on November 21st, 2024
news@medicinehatnews.com Funding is now available to support the startup and expansion costs for collegiate schools that offer specialized programming in a particular subject or field, the province announced Wednesday. The funding of $21.5 million represents approximately one-third of Budget 2024’s commitment to support new collegiate schools over the next three years, and is now available ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Credit unions in Saskatchewan mulling a possible merger
By Medicine Hat News on November 21st, 2024
@MedicineHatNews Three credit unions in Saskatchewan are discussing a potential merger. The Conexus, Cornerstone and Synergy credit unions made the announcement on Wednesday, stating that a joint committee will explore a potential $15-billion combination. “We believe that through this partnership, we can foster economic growth and support the dreams of individuals, farmers and businesses across ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Major apartment complex approved for City of Brooks
By Medicine Hat News on November 21st, 2024
@MedicineHatNews A proposal to build a 112-unit apartment complex in Brooks has been approved by that city’s municipal planning commission. Cira Homes Ltd. applied and was awarded a development permit on Nov. 6 to erect a five-storey complex on a parcel of land on Meadowbrook Drive E. The estimated project cost is $16.2 million. The ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Grant announced to support non-profit that helps Canadian Veterans
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on November 21st, 2024
news@medicinehatnews.com The province has awarded a one-time $300,000 grant to Helmets to Hardhats to support its Pathway program designed for members and veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces who are looking to pursue apprenticeship education and training for in-demand trades jobs. A total of 50 participants are expected to enrol in the 18-month Skilled Pathway ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Long-term care expansion at Brooks Health Centre comes from $750K shared investment
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on November 21st, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Brooks Health Centre now houses 14 additional beds thanks to a commitment to invest $750,000 from AHS and the Brooks and District Health Foundation. Nine long-term care beds and five beds that support palliative care, which may also serve as convalescent care, were added to support the community’s greatest needs, says AHS. “The City ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Family Crimes Unit highlights operations to police commission
By BRENDAN MILLER on November 21st, 2024
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com Members of the police commission on Wednesday heard that in 2023 the Medicine Hat Police Family Crimes Unit handled 94 files involving children, leading to 21 charges. The commission received a 30-minute presentation on the small unit that works with the Criminal Investigation Section and collaborates with Child and Family Services to investigate matters ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Interpretive Program hosting ornament-making workshop on Dec. 7
By Medicine Hat News on November 21st, 2024
The Medicine Hat Interpretive Program is excited to help get families into the Holiday spirit with a new crafting event. “Ornament making is such a wonderful tradition enjoyed by so many cultures, and what better inspiration can we find than our friendly Canadian beaver,” said Rhys Mah Poy, park interpreter. “Join us for this fun ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Redcliff man killed Monday in multi-vehicle collision on Trans-Canada
By Medicine Hat News on November 20th, 2024
@MedicineHatNews A Redcliff man was killed Monday in a 12-vehicle collision on the Trans-Canada west of Gleichen, the RCMP reported late that day. Westbound lanes of Highway 1 were closed for six hours as RCMP officers from Brooks, Gleichen and Bassano attended the scene near Cluny with heavy tow trucks to remove a number of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Midnight Madness takes over downtown on Friday
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on November 20th, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Midnight Madness returns this Friday, bringing the joy of local shopping into full focus in downtown Medicine Hat. Now something of a tradition for the Southeast Alberta Chamber of Commerce and the Downtown Collective, the yearly event is slated to be as big and bright as ever, says Brad Tajiri, events manager for the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!College hosts International Education Week activities on campus
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on November 20th, 2024
news@medicinehatnews.com Today Medicine Hat College will be hosting a staff workshop and craft circle as the college joins International Education Week, an initiative to advance international community and intercultural dialog. Beginning at 9 a.m. the college is holding a three-hour virtual faculty and staff workshop titled “Developing Intercultural Competence in Teaching South Asian Students.” Wednesday ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Communities group seeks charity nominations for $100,000 GivingTuesday giveaway
By Medicine Hat News on November 20th, 2024
In the spirit of GivingTuesday, Western Communities Foundation announced the launch of its largest and latest charitable campaign. As part of a partnership with CanadaHelps, the foundation wants to hear from people all over the country about their favourite Canadian charity which they would like to see receive one of 10 grants for $10,000. “With ... Read More »
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