The Trans Canada Trail is a multi-use trail that is under construction and will span every province and territory in Canada. Once completed it will be over 18,000 kilometres long and will be the longest trail of its kind in the world. The idea was conceived as part of Canada’s 125th anniversary celebrations Continue reading
Archive for May, 2008
Flood risk rises in southwestern Alberta
A state of emergency has been declared in the towns of Okotoks and High River, and Calgary began sandbagging the banks of the Elbow River as rain soaked southwestern Alberta for a fifth straight day. Late Saturday, Alberta Environment issued a flood warning for the Elbow River upstream of the Glenmore Dam and extending to [...]
Nine Practical Tips for Moms Returning to Work
Are you a mom preparing to return to the workforce? Are you worried about filling the gaps on your resume? Assuming that while fulfilling your parental role, you were volunteering your expertise, and engaging (when time permitted) in activities related to your profession, there’s no reason to worry…you’ve got skills! This article… Continue reading
Discovering Canada via Geocaching a game of treasure hunting
Geocaching One of the main reasons many people give for wanting to live in Canada is the outdoor life and scenery. With this in mind we decided to take a look at the phenomenon of Geocaching and how you can get involved and make exploring Canada even more exciting. Continue reading
