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TELUS STORYHIVE Voices 2.0 is seeking local creators to tell unique stories

By medicinehatnews on June 29th, 2022

Submit your project idea for a chance to receive a $10,000 grant, training, peer-mentorship and distribution on TELUS Optik TV Jordon setting up the camera to interview a Chinatown litter pickup volunteer. Photo by Man Ho Calling all Medicine Hat beginner and emerging creators! TELUS STORYHIVE is now accepting applications for the Voices 2.0 program, ... Read More »

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Don’t let the stigma of wearing hearing aids prevent you from living your best life

By medicinehatnews on June 22nd, 2022

Unaddressed hearing loss can lead to greater risk for dementia Photo: HearingLife Those with hearing loss have a greater risk for dementia. But a 2020 Lancet report identified hearing loss as the largest modifiable risk factor for preventing dementia. This means that addressing hearing loss is one of the easiest things you can do to ... Read More »

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The Shaw Charity Classic: A Canadian fundraising success story

By medicinehatnews on December 10th, 2021

The annual community support event continues to grow as one of the country’s most impactful fundraising events Young fan takes in the energy of the Shaw Charity Classic in 2018  As Canadians put away their golf clubs in favour of hockey sticks this winter, the impact of Calgary’s Shaw Charity Classic continues to be felt throughout the ... Read More »

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Giving Hope for Mental Health

By medicinehatnews on August 19th, 2021

The early success of the Medicine Hat and District Health Foundation’s Giving Hope for Mental Health campaign is a testament to a community ready and eager to embrace a long under-attended issue. With more than $130,000 raised since launching in June, the foundation has already been able to knock a few items off a lengthy wish ... Read More »

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Getting your retirement plans back on track

By medicinehatnews on July 20th, 2021

It’s likely that your retirement plans have changed since the beginning of the pandemic. Many Canadians have had to reduce or freeze contributions to their retirement savings due to financial challenges during the past year, and some may feel they are falling behind on their goals. While you think about getting back on track, consider ... Read More »

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Busting Myths about CPP Investments and CPP

By medicinehatnews on July 9th, 2021

Back in the late 1990s, there were serious concerns about how long the CPP would be able to continue paying benefits. Hard work was done to fix this, including creation of CPP Investments to invest contributions. But 20 years later, many Canadians still believe the CPP Fund is running out of money and won’t be ... Read More »

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Give Hope for Mental Health

By medicinehatnews on June 1st, 2021

This June, the Medicine Hat and District Health Foundation is asking the community to Give Hope for Mental Health.The monthlong initiative aims to raise $500,000 to support mental health services in Medicine Hat, including updates to the Medicine Hat Recovery Center and Medicine Hat Regional Hospital’s pediatric and psychiatry inpatient units, as well as assistance ... Read More »

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CPP is designed to be there when, and where, you retire

By medicinehatnews on May 17th, 2021

Do you know where you’ll live after you retire? Some people do. They’ve laid their plans and maybe even bought their retirement home or condo. But for many, retirement plans are fluid – or just viewed as a long way off. For those whose retirement plans aren’t set in stone, the option to take pension ... Read More »

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Applying For A Mortgage during COVID-19

By medicinehatnews on August 10th, 2020

Before the COVID-19 pandemic spread world-wide, Canadian families were free-flowing through the housing market, and once it hit, many families were reconsidering repurchasing or purchasing for the first time. Although the pandemic has created a less personal experience finding a home to purchase, mortgage rates are at an all-time low, as well as it being ... Read More »

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Payment deferrals may be your answer to current financial stressors

By medicinehatnews on August 7th, 2020

COVID-19 has had its effect on everyone over the course of the past several months, but for millions of Canadians the pandemic has meant added financial stress and the threat of falling behind on bills or debt repayment. From utility bills and mortgage payments to growing credit card debt, the payments can add up quickly. ... Read More »

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3 Most Important Factors When Choosing a Restaurant Point of Sale

By medicinehatnews on November 4th, 2019

Most people hear the term restaurant point of sale (POS) and think of a cash register for customer transactions. Punch in an order, take a payment, wave goodbye. But these days, a restaurant POS is a whole lot more. It can help you increase sales, improve guest experience, and make better decisions about your business.  ... Read More »

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