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In Touch with MP Earl Dreeshen
By Earl Dreeshen
A lot has gone on since my last update locally, nationally, and internationally. I am pleased to bring you an update on some of those events.
US Missile Attacks in Syria
The United States fired 59 Tomahawk cruise missiles at Syria on April 6th in response to what it believes was a chemical weapons attack by the Assad regime that killed more than 100 people.
Holding Bashar al-Assad to account for his crimes against humanity is absolutely required and we must support our allies to achieve this end. My Conservative colleagues and I strongly support ?the efforts of the United States to prevent Syria’s military from launching further chemical weapon attacks. The global community cannot sit idly by while deadly nerve toxins are unleashed on innocent civilians.
Contrary to the Prime Minister’s beliefs, the United Nations Security Council has proven itself woefully ineffectual when it comes to resolving the Syrian conflict. Canada’s foreign policy must always be based on the principles of freedom, democracy, human rights, and the rule of law.
Local Colleges Bring in Big Name Speakers
The past couple weeks we have seen our local colleges hold tremendous events with big name speakers that I was honoured to attend.
On March 24, Olds College held their annual Gala. The highlight of the night was the announcement of a record $16 million donation from the Werklund Agricultural Institute to specialize in smart and sustainable agriculture and business solutions. The event also featured one of my favorite football players and CFL legend Mike “Pinball” Clemmons.
On March 28th I was pleased to hear from the Canada women’s national soccer team head coach John Herdman at the Red Deer College Kings and Queens annual scholarship breakfast.
The tremendous work by both institutions is something that brings pride to the entire community. Their reputations give them the ability to bring in nationally recognized guests to Central Alberta and give us a chance to show off what we have to offer.
Mobile Office Update
The next Mobile Office will be in Olds on Wednesday April 12th from 10-12 noon at the Olds Town Council chambers. Following that, on April 19th I will be in Elnora at the Library from 10-12 and in Delburne at the Municipal Office from 1-3 pm. Please feel free to bring any questions or comments to me and my staff at that time.
Sincerely your Member of Parliament,
Earl Dreeshen
The Red Deer Regional Health Foundation has announced the winners of the 2024 Red Deer Hospital Lottery Dream Home and Tiny Home prize packages, as well as the Mega Bucks 50.
The Mega Bucks 50 jackpot reached $607,200.00, which makes Carolyn Pelerine of Cochrane, Alberta the winner of $303,600.00.
In addition, the luxurious Tree Hugger Tiny Home Prize Package, complete with accessories by Urban Barn and valued at $163,798.00, is now owned by Mary Vincent of Red Deer.
The coveted Sorento Dream Home Prize Package, which includes furnishings and accessories by Urban Barn and boasts a total value of $1,072,624.00, has been awarded to Maxine Rumohr of Sylvan Lake.
The highly anticipated draw took place at 10:00 a.m. Thursday at the Red Deer Regional Health Foundation office, located within the Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre, with an announcement following live on Facebook, allowing participants and supporters to join in the excitement virtually.
“We are delighted to congratulate the winners of this year’s Red Deer Hospital Lottery,” said Manon Therriault, Chief Executive Officer of the Red Deer Regional Health Foundation. “The funds raised from this lottery will significantly contribute to enhancing patient care and services at the Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who participated and supported this important cause.”
Proceeds from the Red Deer Hospital Lottery and Mega Bucks 50 will contribute to acquiring critically needed, state-of-the-art equipment for several units at the Red Deer Hospital.
This year’s lottery will fund equipment such as a phototherapy system, which allows parents to hold and soothe their infant while undergoing phototherapy, a cardiology case cart to monitor cardiac rhythms during stress testing, and other equipment to help provide excellent care for patients in the emergency and operating rooms at the Red Deer Hospital.
The winners of a variety of electronics were also drawn today. A full list of winners will be available in the coming days on the official lottery website at reddeerhospitallottery.ca. Prize winners who have not already been notified will receive a letter in the mail with instructions on how to claim their prizes.
The keys to the Sorento Dream Home and the Tree Hugger Tiny Home will be presented to the winners at a special ceremony this summer.
Now, during this momentous chapter in our history, we invite you to join us for the Grand Opening of the Sheldon Kennedy Centre of Excellence.
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