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By Todd Curran
Through an email subscription service, electronically delivered health reminders are helping Alberta parents stay informed of important childhood milestones.
The Health Link Alberta service has already attracted the attention of more than 14,000 Alberta parents. “Health Link staff ask callers with young children if they would like to sign up for the service,” says Shaunne Letourneau, Director of Health Link Alberta. “This generation is very plugged-in to technology and they often prefer to get information electronically. This program is helping to meet that need.”
By registering, parents receive regular emails based on their child's age, highlighting important childhood milestones. Regular updates on growth and development and important health initiatives such as immunization schedules, are sent directly to mom and dad's inboxes.
“We want parents to have consistent information that is relevant to their child's age and to the province of Alberta,” says Letourneau. “This helps them cut through the clutter and get directly to information they can trust.”
The program, which began as a pilot project in Edmonton in 2008, was expanded province wide in May 2010.
If you would like to register for email reminders, contact Health Link Alberta in Calgary (403-943-5465), Edmonton (780-408-5465), or toll-free (1-866-408-5465) for all other areas of the province.
Gateway Gazette Grande
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
News for the Non-Newsy
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- The Calgary Stampede announced their 2011 Parade Marshall is Rick Hansen - Canada's own Man in Motion!
- Soderberg House in High River reopens after fire - ribbon cutting ceremony was held on April 29th.
- Alberta is changing its Noxious Weed Act, and those pesky yellow flowers kids love (and lawn enthusiasts hate) - Dandelions - will no longer be on the kill list.
- As of May 19th Fluoride will no longer be added to Calgary tap water.
The Provincial Government announced $50 million assistance program for Slave Lake fire evacuees. There is no word yet on when residents will be able to return to the town. - The Town of Nanton has determined that the Outdoor Swimming Pool at the Tom Hornecker Recreation Centre WILL NOT open for the 2011 season due to construction activities related to the replacement of the roof on the arena.
- Macleod MP Ted Menzies has returned to his post as the Minister of State for Finance.
Monday, May 30, 2011
Remarkable Residents ~ Irene Pfeiffer
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By Todd Curran
Philanthropist, business woman, volunteer and so much more, Irene Pfeiffer is truly a remarkable resident in our midst.
Irene was awarded the YWCA's Women of Distinction Award for Business in 1997, Woman of Vision Award in 1999, The Paul Harris Rotary Award in 2000, the Mayor's Award for Excellence in Volunteerism and the Business and Professional Women's Woman of the Year Award in 2002. She's been awarded the Order of Canada, the Governor General Award, received the Order of Canada in December 2007 for outstanding volunteer service, and is the first non-physician to become president of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA).
“I was appointed to the CPSA by the government as a public member,” Irene says. “Through seven years of hard work, I was elected to the position by my colleagues. They felt that I could do the job and they're right.”
"Public members have always provided valuable insight to our Council discussions," says CPSA Registrar Dr. Trevor Theman, "and we are proud to have a public member as Council President. Ms Pfeiffer is very knowledgeable about our business and I believe she will do an outstanding job."
As co-founder of the Pearls of Wisdom Scholarship Fund for Mount Royal College, working with the Mustard Seed Street Ministry and raising funds for affordable housing, Irene's volunteer community work is as legendary as her professional career. She is on the Advisory Council for Teen Challenge and The Banff Centre and has also held leadership positions with the University of Calgary and Mount Royal College. In addition to other accolades, her philanthropic efforts earned her the Queen's Jubilee Medal for Community Service, the Lifetime of Service Generosity of Spirit Award.
“I've always been a high-energy achiever,” says Irene. “I didn't know that some of my achievements would be pioneering, but I knew they would all be exciting. The one I'm most proud of is my family. I'm blessed, there's no doubt about it.”
Although Irene never had a mentor, several people in her life had a positive influence. “There was no such thing as mentors when I was growing up,” she says. “But my high school English teacher had a tremendous impact on me. She showed me what women can really do. There have been many others along the way, but my husband has always been my greatest supporter.”
Encouraging others to take an active part in the community, this Remarkable Resident says, “Chase your dream. If you see a need, address it. If you want something, go and get it. Be part of the solution, not part of the problem. It might be harder to be part of the solution, but it's much more satisfying!”
Is there a Remarkable Resident living in your area? Please give us a call to nominate them.
By Todd Curran
Philanthropist, business woman, volunteer and so much more, Irene Pfeiffer is truly a remarkable resident in our midst.
Irene was awarded the YWCA's Women of Distinction Award for Business in 1997, Woman of Vision Award in 1999, The Paul Harris Rotary Award in 2000, the Mayor's Award for Excellence in Volunteerism and the Business and Professional Women's Woman of the Year Award in 2002. She's been awarded the Order of Canada, the Governor General Award, received the Order of Canada in December 2007 for outstanding volunteer service, and is the first non-physician to become president of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA).
“I was appointed to the CPSA by the government as a public member,” Irene says. “Through seven years of hard work, I was elected to the position by my colleagues. They felt that I could do the job and they're right.”
"Public members have always provided valuable insight to our Council discussions," says CPSA Registrar Dr. Trevor Theman, "and we are proud to have a public member as Council President. Ms Pfeiffer is very knowledgeable about our business and I believe she will do an outstanding job."
As co-founder of the Pearls of Wisdom Scholarship Fund for Mount Royal College, working with the Mustard Seed Street Ministry and raising funds for affordable housing, Irene's volunteer community work is as legendary as her professional career. She is on the Advisory Council for Teen Challenge and The Banff Centre and has also held leadership positions with the University of Calgary and Mount Royal College. In addition to other accolades, her philanthropic efforts earned her the Queen's Jubilee Medal for Community Service, the Lifetime of Service Generosity of Spirit Award.
“I've always been a high-energy achiever,” says Irene. “I didn't know that some of my achievements would be pioneering, but I knew they would all be exciting. The one I'm most proud of is my family. I'm blessed, there's no doubt about it.”
Although Irene never had a mentor, several people in her life had a positive influence. “There was no such thing as mentors when I was growing up,” she says. “But my high school English teacher had a tremendous impact on me. She showed me what women can really do. There have been many others along the way, but my husband has always been my greatest supporter.”
Encouraging others to take an active part in the community, this Remarkable Resident says, “Chase your dream. If you see a need, address it. If you want something, go and get it. Be part of the solution, not part of the problem. It might be harder to be part of the solution, but it's much more satisfying!”
Is there a Remarkable Resident living in your area? Please give us a call to nominate them.
Royal Canadian Legion Branch #78, Turner Valley ~ Posters & Essays Awards
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Although there were slightly fewer entries for the Annual Remembrance Poster and Literary Competition in 2010, the Turner Valley Branch #78 of the Royal Canadian Legion still received nearly 900 assorted efforts. More than any other Branch in Canada.
Standards were as impressive as ever and the judges in the twelve categories were often hard-pressed to select just three to receive recognition. This resulted in four or five students being recognized in several ages or mediums. Posters in both black and white as well as colour along with poems and essays were judged at the Branch level before the eventual winners were sent along to be judged first at the District and then the Area levels. Any that were still adjudged winners were then sent to Provincial Command level from which a winner would move to National (Dominion) Command.
The extent of our area stretches from Okotoks in the East to Millarville in the West and Longview in the South and includes 25 schools, all but two of which submitted entries.
The awards were presented recently at a ceremony in the Branch attended by a packed house comprising students, parents, grandparents, siblings and other relatives, all of whom were later treated to drinks and snacks by the Ladies' Auxiliary to the Branch.
Following Opening Ceremonies led by President Comrade Jackson, Branch winners were escorted to receive their awards by Sgt-at-Arms Comrade Hughes. Past President Comrade Day who is the long-time coordinator of this Annual event announced the winners who received their certificates and cheques from Comrade Jackson along with pins and Canadian flags from the Branch Membership Chair, Verna Staples.
The 1st Vice-President of Alberta/North-West Territories Command, Comrade Dave Horrocks then presented awards to winners at District and Area levels.
Malcolm Hughes
NB. The complete list of winners and more photographs can be found on the Legion’s website at: www.rcl78.com.
Although there were slightly fewer entries for the Annual Remembrance Poster and Literary Competition in 2010, the Turner Valley Branch #78 of the Royal Canadian Legion still received nearly 900 assorted efforts. More than any other Branch in Canada.
Standards were as impressive as ever and the judges in the twelve categories were often hard-pressed to select just three to receive recognition. This resulted in four or five students being recognized in several ages or mediums. Posters in both black and white as well as colour along with poems and essays were judged at the Branch level before the eventual winners were sent along to be judged first at the District and then the Area levels. Any that were still adjudged winners were then sent to Provincial Command level from which a winner would move to National (Dominion) Command.
The extent of our area stretches from Okotoks in the East to Millarville in the West and Longview in the South and includes 25 schools, all but two of which submitted entries.
The awards were presented recently at a ceremony in the Branch attended by a packed house comprising students, parents, grandparents, siblings and other relatives, all of whom were later treated to drinks and snacks by the Ladies' Auxiliary to the Branch.
Following Opening Ceremonies led by President Comrade Jackson, Branch winners were escorted to receive their awards by Sgt-at-Arms Comrade Hughes. Past President Comrade Day who is the long-time coordinator of this Annual event announced the winners who received their certificates and cheques from Comrade Jackson along with pins and Canadian flags from the Branch Membership Chair, Verna Staples.
The 1st Vice-President of Alberta/North-West Territories Command, Comrade Dave Horrocks then presented awards to winners at District and Area levels.
Malcolm Hughes
NB. The complete list of winners and more photographs can be found on the Legion’s website at: www.rcl78.com.
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