Alberta
Keep an eye out for the kids!
This message is for all teachers and all adults in Alberta. This is an unprecedented time when children in our province are asked to stay home. That means they won’t be “seeing” their support systems in their schools and their community. Please pay attention when you do see the children you encounter. Some may need help. Please keep your eyes open for vulnerable youth.
Message from Minister of Education Adriana LaGrange and Minister of Children’s Services Rebecca Schulz
“We are humbly asking for your help as we look to continue to protect those that need our help the most”
Thank you Minister of Education Adriana LaGrange and Minister of Children’s Services Rebecca Schulz for articulating the importance of watching out for our little ones, our vulnerable ones, during this time of crisis.
It takes a village to raise a child, and it takes a community to keep them safe.
If you suspect abuse or are in need of help, please reach out.
▪️Child Abuse Hotline (Local 24 Hrs): 1-800-638-0715
▪️Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868
▪️Children’s Services: 403-340-5400
▪️RCMP Complaint Line: 403-343-5575
CALGARY — The Western Hockey League’s board of governors has extended the contract of commissioner Ron Robison for three years.
Robison’s 22nd season as commissioner in 2021-22 will make him the longest-serving ahead of Ed Chynoweth’s 21 years between 1973 and 1979, and 1980 and 1985.
Robison of Indian Head, Sask., joined the WHL in 2000 after 20 years as a Hockey Canada executive. His contract extension runs through the 2023-24 season.
The WHL has expanded by four teams during Robison’s tenure.
The WHL and its Ontario and Quebec major junior league counterparts in the Canadian Hockey League were defendants in a lawsuit in 2020.
The CHL agreed to a settlement with players who argued they were professionals when they played in those leagues and sued for back wages and benefits.
Robison guided the WHL through the COVID-19 pandemic and delivered a shortened 2020-21 season.
“Over 21 years, Ron has done a tremendous job of continually elevating the Western Hockey League, including guiding the WHL through the COVID-19 pandemic and ensuring all clubs were able to deliver a development season for WHL players,” WHL board chairman Bruce Hamilton said Friday in a statement.
“As we emerge from the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, Ron’s continued leadership will be vital for the WHL to maintain its standing as a world leader in hockey development, player experience, and hockey scholarships.”
The WHL is comprised of 22 clubs from Manitoba to B.C., and in two U.S. states,
This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 18, 2021.
The Canadian Press
EDMONTON — RCMP in Alberta say they are searching for an armed and dangerous man near a provincial park in northern Alberta after he allegedly shot and killed a service dog during a police chase.
Officers tried to stop Lionel Grey, who was wanted by police, as he was driving yesterday near High Prairie, Alta.
They say Grey fled during the traffic stop, but his vehicle got stuck in mud near Winagami Provincial Park and he ran away on foot.
Cpl. Deanna Fontaine says a police service dog named Jago was shot during the pursuit.
She says officers have evacuated the provincial park and have Grey confined in the area.
Mounties are asking people to stay away from the park and say they will provide more details this afternoon.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 18, 2021.
The Canadian Press
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