Sharing the spirit in Jasper
Jasper Park Chamber of Commerce, Friends of Jasper National Park, Parks Canada, Tourism Jasper and the Jasper Adult Learning Centre have teamed together to create a customized training program. Share the Spirit will prepare employees and residents of Jasper to welcome visitors from around the world. Participants will gain increased confidence in communication and customer service skills and learn more about the many products and services Jasper has to offer. Training begins on May 13, with additional training dates through to June 24. To register, call 780-852-4418, email [email protected] or go to .
Prince George – Valemount gearing up for general election
So far only two confirmed candidates have registered their intentions of running in the forthcoming British Columbia general election in the Prince George – Valemount riding. BC Liberal incumbent Shirley Bond, who is also the Minister of Justice, has held the seat for three terms. BC NDP candidate and Prince George media personality Sherry Ogaswara will be facing Bond at the polls on May 14. However, potential candidates have until April 26 to register.
Kicking off the election race last week, Ogasawara paid a visit to the Robson Valley Region. She attended gatherings in Dunster and Crescent Spur and met with local government officials and residents in McBride and Valemount.
Following last year’s heated dispute between Premier Christy Clark of British Columbia and Premier Alison Redford of Alberta over the proposed Northern Gateway Pipeline, Albertans will be looking west with interest in May when British Columbians go to the polls. Clark has indicated that she will block the proposed pipeline should the risks outweigh the benefits to British Columbia.
Next Jasper Film Club feature has moved
Due to an unexpected scheduling conflict, the Jasper Film Club will be unable to show their next feature on the regularly scheduled date.
A Royal Affair, a gripping tale of brave idealists who risk everything in the pursuit of freedom for their people, will be shown at the Chaba Theatre at 7 p.m. on April 11. Film club members are asked to pass on this scheduling change to their friends. Look for a film synopsis in the next issue of the 51暗网.
Earth hour this weekend
March 23, at 8:30 p.m. is Earth Hour. Dubbed as the single largest symbolic participation event in the world, it has inspired a global community with 7,001 cities and towns across 152 countries participating. As a massive show of concern for the environment, millions of people around the globe will switch off the lights for one hour.
Participating in this global event is as simple as switching off the lights and gathering with family and friends for a candlelight Earth Hour party. For further information or ideas on how to start your own Earth Hour event visit .
