29 Nov
Featured

Spice up the Holidays

Deborah MaierNovember 29, 2022

In December, traditional activities of the season include decorating gingerbread houses and cookies. For me, it is baking gingersnap cookies. The blend of the sweetness of the sugar and the tanginess of the ginger spice makes them a favourite seasonal treat. And there is the delightful aroma. Ginger and other spices in baking and holiday cooking make a home smell festive.

What is a spice? Edible plant leaves are the source of herbs. Spices are gathered from other parts of the plant: bark, flowers, roots, and seeds. The ground spice ginger comes from the rhizome of the plant Zingiber officinale. To...

22 Nov
Featured

The gift that keeps on giving

Christie McCaw, BSW, RSWNovember 22, 2022

With Christmas just around the corner, it is easy to overspend and worry about finding the perfect gift for that special someone. I would like to share the gift that has meant the most to me I received from my grandmother with hopes it may help while are out looking for that perfect gift.

When I think about my paternal grandma my heart fills with happiness and love. Sometimes a tear rolls down my cheek because I wish I could hear her voice on the phone saying “happy birthday” or “I love you” just one more time. My grandma was one...

28 Mar
Current Events | Featured

Sending Sunshine with handwritten cards

Andrew McCutcheonMarch 28, 2022

Let’s be frank: 90 per cent of the mail one receives is pretty boring stuff. It’s bills, invoices, random political flyers or business coupons. But whenever you receive an actual, addressed letter with words from a friend, it’s something to treasure. With...

9 Mar
Featured | Wellness & Healthy Aging

Cycling with the Old Spokes

Andrew McCutcheonMarch 9, 2022

It’s a fact one of the most important parts of continued wellness at any age is a level of physical activity.But not only does Calgary’s cold winters make that more difficult, the barrier to entry for anyone starting out feels...

6 Jan
Featured

España por siempre

Jerry CvachJanuary 6, 2022

Driving east from Portugal I am nearing the Spanish border, nervous about what awaits me. The closer it is the faster I drive to get it over with. Will I need to prove my vaccinations? Will the flimsy documents I...

23 Dec
Featured | Opinion

We’re supported by folks like you

Larry Mathieson - CEO, Kerby CentreDecember 23, 2021

Two years ago, we thought of Kerby Centre as a place that offered programs and services for older adults. Then March 2020 was upon us and we had to close down Kerby Centre. For almost 50 years, 100 per cent of the...

20 Dec
Featured | Money

Five steps to stay vigilant against investment scams

Alberta Securities Commission December 20, 2021

In today’s ever-evolving online world, we have become used to the convenience and intuitive experiences available through the internet. While these technological improvements have been game-changers in our daily lives, scam artists are increasingly taking advantage of our comfort and...

18 Dec
Current Events | Featured

Sounds along the railway track

Barbara EllisDecember 18, 2021

Like so many Canadians, I watched with horror as the weather-related disaster unfolded in British Columbia. They called it an Atmospheric River. This term is new to me but I came to understand very quickly how destructive it can be....