Taber Cornfest opens with parade and ceremony
Taber celebrated Cornfest over the weekend with a Thursday opening ceremony and parade. Notables at the event included Taber-Warner MLA Grant Hunter, M D Tamara Miyanaga, Mayor Andrew Prokop, Japanese Consul General Wajima Takehiko, and his secretary. Chamber of Commerce President Jared Bell distributed gifts to volunteers Lori Valgardson and Christine McLean, long involved in the festival for over 23 years.
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AUPE launches letter drive for seniors care in Alberta
The Alberta Union of Provincial Employees urges citizens to sign a letter demanding better continuing care for seniors as health policy changes unfold. AUPE seeks a minimum 4.5 hours of direct care per senior, criticizes the Continuing Care Act for lacking hours, and warns privatization may raise costs while seeking public pressure ahead of Grandparents Day. Ontario
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