November 2023 Vulcan County Family Resources

Hope everyone had a Happy Halloween and saw some good costumes.

Please share or print anything in here for family, friends and clients.

Events

Nov. 1 – Tim Hortons Pop Up at the Champion Seniors Centre 7:30-10:30am

Nov. 3 – Movie Night Champion School – Movie Choice will be voted on that night. Free admission. 6:30pm

Nov. 2 – Nutrition for Older Adults – Carmangay Seniors Centre – Lunch and Learn 10am-12pm

Nov.3 – Carmangay Lions Turkey Supper 5:30 at the Community Centre

Nov. 4 – Try out Sturling (Stick) Curling Saturday 10am at the Vulcan Curling Rink

Nov. 4 – Champion District 20 Fire Protection Association Fundraiser 5pm Call Wayne for tickets 403-423-0194

Nov. 5 – Mallory Chipman Concert 3pm Lodge Hall

Nov. 5 – Community Turkey Supper and Bake Sale put on by the Vulcan United Church 5-6:30pm CRC. Admission: 25.00 Adult, 15.00 Youth, and 6 and under free. Tickets at the door. Everyone welcome.

Nov. 7 – When can you Retire? 55? 65? Never? Financial Planning (See attached poster)

Nov. 10 – Teen Dance – Vulcan Lodge Hall

Nov. 10 – Nerf Wars – Vulcan CRC 2:30-4 Ages 8+ Register at www.townofvulcan.ca/recreation

Nov. 10 – BINGO – Vulcan Seniors Centre – Everyone welcome.

Nov. 11 – Remembrance Day Service – Vulcan CRC 10:45.

Nov. 11 – Remembrance Day Service – Champion Legion 10:45

Nov. 14 – Emergency Preparedness – Lunch and Learn Vulcan 12-2pm (See attached poster)

Nov. 15 – Emergency Preparedness – Lunch and Learn Lomond 10am-12pm (See attached poster)

Nov. 17 – Carmangay Community Centre Concert – The Wardens (See attached poster)

Nov. 18 – Stick Curling Clinic Milo 10 am

Nov. 19 – Grey Cup Party at the Vulcan Legion (See attached poster)

Nov. 19 – Grey Cup Party at the Milo Curling Rink

Nov. 22 – Home Roots concert in Arrowwood featuring West My Friend

Nov. 29 – Cooking Circle 10am-2pm – Cooking together to save money, enjoy the company and learn from each other. (See attached poster)

Milo Calendar for November (See attached poster)

Dec. 1 – Christmas in the Park – Champion Campground 5:30-7:30 (See attached poster)

Dec. 1 – Jam Sessions Vulcan Lodge Hall (See attached poster)

Dec. 2 – Christmas Craft Workshop Champion Hall Register by Nov. 16 (See attached poster)

Dec. 2 – Milo Lions Pancake Supper and Turkey Bingo

Dec. 2 – Snowflake Festival: Movie, games, Santa pictures – Vulcan CRC (See attached poster)

Dec. 2 – Book your Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides (See attached poster)

Dec. 8 – CCHS Benefit Game taking on Farmers this year. Watch for more details to come.

Dec. 11 – The Christmas Train arrives in Vulcan at 3:15pm! Bring your food bank donation and come enjoy the free entertainment.

Dec. 14 – Community Christmas Dance – Champion School (See attached poster)

Dec. 15 – Farmer Christmas Party/Ag Appreciation Night – Quick Dick McDick and the Whaat! Nooo Waaay Guy. (See attached poster)

Dec. 22 – Milo Family Christmas Party
Pancake Breakfast at the Carmangay Community Centre $5/person, $20/family 1st Saturday of the month – 9 am

Christmas Markets

Nov. 4 – Carmangay Community Centre/Barons Hall – Craft and Gift Sale 10-3

Nov. 12 – Arrowwood Christmas Market 11-6 – Get your pictures with Santa

Nov. 12 – Dec. 21 Arrowwood Library Christmas Market During Library Hours

Nov. 17&18 – Champion Friends of the Library Christmas Market – Champion Community Hall. Fri 4-8pm, Sat. 9am-3pm

Nov. 25 – Milo Christmas Market (See attached poster)

Nov. 26 – Kinettes Christmas Market – Vulcan CRC (See attached poster)

Programs for Children and Youth

Community Skate – Mondays 6-7pm, Tuesdays 3:30-4:30pm, Thursdays 3:30-4:45 Register at www.townofvulcan.ca/recreation

Youth Shinny – Mondays at 3:30 Register at www.townofvulcan.ca/recreation

Youth Gym Afterschool Recreation Club – Multisport – Tuesdays 3:30pm www.townofvulcan.ca/recreation

Book Club – Tuesdays at Rainbow Literacy Building: Gr. 1-2 4:45 Gr. 3-6 5:45, Jr. High 6:30 Register with Rainbow Literacy at 403-485-3107

Mentorship – Tuesdays at 3:45pm Rainbow Literacy Building Register with Rainbow Literacy at 403-485-3107

Literacy Through Art – Fridays at 12:45 Rainbow Literacy Building Register with Rainbow Literacy at 403-485-3107 (See attached poster)
FALL Literacy Through Art Vulcan

Munchkin Morning at The Carmangay Library Fridays 10:30am-12pm Aged 6 and under are invited to join a whirlwind of fun! Dive into delightful songs, playful games, captivating activities, and yummy snacks.

Stay and Play – Vulcan Lodge Hall 1-3pm

Curiosity Kids – Milo Library Mondays in November. Register for November programs at www.greaterfoothillsfamilycentre.ca

Afterschool Clay Programs – Mondays Handbuilding, Thursdays Beginner Pottery Wheel (See attached poster)
ClayIn Kiln Fall programs

Roving Gym – Milo School 10:35 Playgroup

Stay & Play – Mondays Vulcan Lodge Hall 1:30-3pm.

Moms & Tots – Wednesdays 10:30 am. Vulcan Church of Christ basement

Christmas Craft A Long: Register with Rainbow Literacy at 403-485-3107 EMAIL [email protected] (See attached poster)
Christmas craft a long

2-5yr Monday Dec 4 – Rainbow Literacy – 1:00pm

6-8yr Wednesday Dec 6 – Rainbow Literacy – 4:30pm

9-12yr Wednesday Dec 6 – Rainbow Literacy – 5:30pm

Get-A-Way Youth Centre – Open Tuesdays, Wednesdays 3:30-6pm, Friday from 12:30-6pm with a free lunch and Programs are offered on Thursdays. Ping-Pong, pool, video games, crafts and more. 403-485-6033

Time for Rhymes – Register with Rainbow Literacy at 403-485-3107 or email [email protected]

Vulcan Library – Tuesday 12:30pm

Vulcan Yoga Studio – Fridays 10:30am

Milo Library – Wednesdays 10:30am

Champion – Tuesdays 10:30am

Teen Cooking Series – Wednesdays in November (See attached poster)

Family Night at the Youth Centre (See attached poster)

Coming soon – Youth Healthy Relationships – Workshop for Parents followed by sessions for youth. Contact the Get-A-Way Youth Centre for more information.

Programs for Adults

Online Mediation Classes – www.goodvibeswellness.ca

Yoga – Vulcan Wednesdays Yoga for Hips and Backs, Flow – Vulcan Yoga and Wellness, Saturday with Martha, Milo Drop-In Centre – Sundays 9am, Breathe with Auburn

Fitness – Kona Fitness, Milo Gym, Arrowwood Gym and Bodyworks Gym (See attached memberships fees for Bodyworks)
Bodyworks gym membership fees

Clay Programs – Handbuilding or Beginners Pottery Wheel (See attached poster)

Coffee is on at the Carmangay Community Centre Tuesdays 2-4pm Cost $1

ManCave – Wednesdays 1-3pm 105A 3rd Ave. S. Coffee, Pool, Ping-pong, puzzles, foosball, games and visiting

Chess at the Vulcan Library – Thursdays 2:10-5:00pm

Chess at the Champion Library – 5-6pm on Wednesdays. Call by noon on Wednesday to confirm your attendance. 403-897-3099

Digital Skills for Adults (See attached poster)

Community Badminton – Tuesdays 6:30-8pm at VPE. Register at https://app.univerusrec.com/vulcanrecre…/courses/index.asp

Community Volleyball -Tuesdays 8-9:30pm at VPE. Register at https://app.univerusrec.com/vulcanrecre…/courses/index.asp

Community Basketball – Wednesdays 8-9:30pm at VPE. Register at https://app.univerusrec.com/vulcanrecre…/courses/index.asp

Community Walking – Mon. Wed. Fri 1-2pm Free. Register at www.townofvulcan.ca/recreation

Community Pickleball – Wed. 6:30-8pm, Fri. 2-4pm, Sun. 3:30-5:30pm at VPE. Register at https://app.univerusrec.com/vulcanrecre…/courses/index.asp

Community Skate – Mondays 6-7pm, Tuesdays 3:30-4:30pm, Thursdays 3:30-4:45 www.townofvulcan.ca/recreation

Vulcan Legion Meat Draw – Saturdays 3-6pm

Vulcan Legion -Drop-in Pool at the Hall Saturdays at 3pm. $5/person. No membership required.

Crib Night at Aspen Crossing Tavern Wednesdays (See attached poster)

Senior Centre Schedules

Vulcan Senior Centre

-Men’s Pool 9am – 12pmMon-Sat

-Ladies’ Coffee Drop-in 10am – 11am Mon-Sat

Champion Pioneer Club – Coffee 9:30-11:30. Membership $25 Mon – Sat

Lomond Sunshine Drop-In – Coffee 9am Mon-Sat, Wednesdays 2pm

Coffee at the Carmangay Seniors Centre – Wednesdays and Saturdays 10am -12pm

Volunteers Needed!

Vulcan FCSS is looking for new volunteers to help with the Canadian Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP).

Help low income Albertans gain access to tax benefits!

You do not have to be an accountant or bookkeeper, you just have good attention to detail and be proficient on computers.

To become a volunteer you will need to get a security check, sign confidentiality forms and take a couple hours of training then register with CRA to get a number.

Canada Revenue Agency provides the tax software, the training materials and support.

Commitment:

We ask for a couple days in the spring to volunteer or shorter hours spread out over more days.

Training is on Thursday, November 16 from 3-4pm at the FCSS Boardroom. Please contact FCSS to find out more, 403-485-2192.

If you cannot attend at that time, other training arrangements can be made.

More Volunteers Needed!

-Could you be a Snow Angel? (See attached poster)

-The Champion Community Hall Board is looking for new members. If interested, please contact Jamie or Michelle at [email protected]

-Are you passionate about making a positive impact on your community’s health and wellness? Here’s your chance to become a trustee of Vulcan County Health and Wellness Foundation and be part of something truly remarkable! As a trustee, you’ll discover the incredible impact of philanthropy in shaping the well-being of our community. Your journey will be enlightening and inspiring!

Become a part of our incredible team of trustees, working tirelessly to enhance the health and wellness of everyone in Vulcan County. Together, we can make a lasting difference!

Learn more: https://www.vchwfoundation.com/join-our-team/

Volunteers Needed for Casinos

-Vulcan Minor Hockey Association – Dec. 7&8 Contact Amy 403-485-8034. Thursday and Friday evening open.

-The Friends of the Champion Library are looking for volunteers for their upcoming casino in Lethbridge on January 7/8. If you are able to help, please call Patty. 403-897-3099

-The Arrowwood & District ECS Society is working a casino on February 16 & 17, 2024. The funds we receive are essential for continuing to provide a preschool and kindergarten program in our community. If you are able to volunteer for a shift please contact Betty at 403 485 8623.

Resources

Christmas at the Food Bank

For anyone needing a Christmas Hamper, please call in November to book.

For anyone looking to Adopt-a-Family or a Senior for Christmas, please call the Food Bank at 403-485-2192.

Free Community Counselling Wednesdays and Fridays (See attached poster)

Outreach Services to Isolated Seniors – Call 403-485-2192 to inquire.

Workshops for Parents and Caregivers

Nov. 7 – Raising Resilient Children – Triple P Workshop (See attached poster)

Fear-Less – Learn some tips to help calm your child and tame anxieties

Parent Information Sessions from AHS

Expanding Hope – For Young Parents under 21

Caregiver Education Sessions

These online sessions are intended to provide parents, caregivers, teachers, and community members with introductory information regarding mental health challenges that can affect children and youth. In November, we will be offering a two-part Lunch & Learn series on building executive functioning skills in younger children and ways to support success in learning. We will also be offering a 90-minute evening session for parents and teens together on ‘Technology and the Teenage Brain’, promoting digital wellness for families.

Adult Education Sessions

In November, we will be offering a two-part Lunch & Learn series on ‘Silver Linings: Supporting wellness in the later years’. These sessions are for adults supporting their own wellness or the wellness of someone they live with or care for.

Child and Adolescent Addiction & Mental Health Education Resource Library

On our website, you will find additional resource links to a variety of community websites, webinars, handouts, and modules on addiction and mental health topics pertaining to children and youth. These resources were gathered and reviewed by a mental health professional as part of the Building Service Capacity for Child and Adolescent Mental Health in Primary Care and Pediatrics project in partnership with Alberta Health Services, the Edmonton Zone Primary Care Networks, and CASA Mental Health.

To register for a session, follow the links found in the attached newsletter or visit: https://www.cyfcaregivereducation.ca/virtual-education

Support Groups

Mondays – SMART Recovery7-8:30pm Addiction Support Meeting. Call Beth at 403-485-1054 for info.

AA – Alcoholics Anonymous Every Tuesday and Thursday Meetings are at 8pm. Contact Gary at 403-485-5818

Al-Anon Family Group – meetings as needed. Contact Betty at 403-652-8285

Thursday’s – Men’s Healthy Relationship Group 6-8pm Registration details at rowanhouse.ca/safe-at-home

MUMS – Peer-to-Peer Maternal Support for pre- and post-partum. Weekly confidential phone calls. Call Families Matter at 403-205-5194.

AHS October 2023 Article:

Vaping and toxic chemicals

No matter what you are vaping, vapes still have risks
Toxic chemicals have been found in vaping liquids and more are created while you are vaping
Disposable vapes and pods contain parts that never decompose and leach toxic chemicals into our environment
Uncover the dangerous chemicals and metals hiding inside of vapes at BehindTheHaze.ca

Vaping and mental health

Nicotine distorts your mood, making you feel and act ‘off’
Nicotine throws off the natural balance of neurotransmitters in your brain, like dopamine and serotonin, which affects your mood
Stress, anxiety and depression are some of the reasons young people say they start using vapes, but vaping can make these things worse
See how vaping can mess with your mental health at BehindTheHaze.ca

Vaping and addiction

Most vaping products contain nicotine which is a highly addictive chemical

Cigarettes and vapes – different product, same addiction
Addiction means it is hard to stop vaping even when you really want to
Sharing a vape with your friend can share germs, illness – even addiction

Sharing vapes means sharing addiction – find out more at BehindTheHaze.ca

Vaping and help to stop

If you or a friend need help to stop vaping, reach out to an adult you trust – a parent/guardian, family member, teacher, coach or counsellor
You can also connect with a counsellor at Kids Help Phone by calling 1-800-668-6868, texting CONNECT to 686868 or visiting www.kidshelpphone.ca
For more information about support to stop vaping – go to BehindTheHaze.ca

Employment Opportunities

Vulcan County Business In Youth is hiring (See attached poster)

Found on indeed.ca

Fertilizer Support Administrator – UFA

Car Wash Attendant – Generations Truck & Car Wash and Quickstop

Environmental II (Cleaning) – AHS Vulcan

Educational Assistant – Palliser School Division – CCHS and Palliser Beyond Borders

Truck Driver – Timberland Express Inc.

Educational Assistant – Palliser School Division – Brant Colony

Logistics Coordinator – Timberland Express

Early Childhood Educator – Vulcan Daycare

Retail Store Supervisor – Generations Truck & Car Wash and Quickstop

Cashier – Petro Canada Vulcan

Health Care Aide – Extendicare Vulcan

Territory Manager – Brandt John Deere

Kitchen Helper – Vulcan Country Inn

Found on Linked In

Area Marketing Representative – Richardson International (Pioneer)

Teacher – CCHS

Shop Foreman – Brandt John Deere

LPN – Extendicare Vulcan (0.8 FTE)

Caretaker – Carmangay School

Agricultural Heavy Duty Technician – Brandt John Deere

Field Operations Summer Student – TAQA

Wind Turbine Technician – Vestas Carmangay

Found by googling “jobs near me” – Please note some of these are very out of date or even scams, so check with the actual business before applying online and sharing your information

Cook – Amy’s Restaurant via Job Bank

Nanny – CanadianNanny.ca

Sales Supervisor – Big Sky Beer, Wine & Spirits via Canada Job Bank

Casual Registered Nurse – Extendicare via Monster.ca

Contract Technician – Integrated Solutions via Eluta.ca

Registered Veterinary Technician – Vulcan and High River via Indeed

LPN – AHS via Eluta.ca

Restaurant Manager – A&W via ZipRecruiter

https://www.aspencrossing.com/jobs/

Restaurant Manager
Food Service Supervisor
Train Associate – Server
Campground Host Couple
Cook Assistant – Delivery Driver
Social Media and Marketing Representative
Nursery worker
Polar Express Actors

October 2023 Vulcan County Family Resources

Hello Everyone,

Happy Fall. There are many events coming up and many ongoing activities below to get involved in our community. Kudos to all those that work hard to make so many of these things happen. Please share, print and forward to friends, family and clients.

Upcoming Events

Oct. 2 & 4 – Holiday Craft-a-Long Thanksgiving. Register with Rainbow Literacy 403-485-3107

Oct. 3 – Intentional with Tech – Ideas for healthier tech habits and meaningful connection within our families. Sensitive topics discussed. 6:30pm Champion School. (See attached poster)

Oct. 4 – Tim Hortons Pop-Up at the Champion Seniors Centre 7:30-10:30 while supplies last.

Oct. 4 – BINGO at the Carmangay Seniors Centre. Doors open at 7pm 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month. Progressive Jackpot.

Oct. 4 – Lethbridge College Kodiaks Exhibition Volleyball Game in Vulcan, tailgate Party and more (See attached poster)

Oct. 5 – Pie Day at the Arrowwood Museum 1-3pm

Oct. 6 – Annual Fall Fair, Vulcan United Church 1-3pm. Pumpkin Patch, bake table and Coffee and Goodies for $5.00.

Oct. 13 – BINGO at the Vulcan Seniors Centre. Doors open at 6. (See attached poster)

Oct. 14 – Referee Clinic. Visit http://vulcanminorhockey.ca/ for details.

Oct. 14 – Ignite Youth Event (See attached poster)

Oct. 17 – Lunch and Learn Milo – Emergency Preparedness (See attached poster)

Oct. 17 – Raising Confident Competent Children

Oct. 18 – Benefits and Credits for Newcomers – Mossleigh Hall

Oct. 19 – Cooking Circle (See attached poster)

Oct. 19 – Coffee with Council Mossleigh (See attached poster)

Oct. 19 – Family Night at the Youth Centre (See attached poster)

Oct. 20 – Ladies Night Out (See attached poster) Tickets at the Vulcan Credit Union, NAS Champion, Daycare Board Member

Oct. 20-21 – Slo-Pitch Skins Tournament Vulcan – Register at townofvulcan.ca/recreation

Oct. 21 – Milo Fall Fair (See attached poster)
Milo Fall Fair Booklet

Oct. 21 – Tiny Art Show – Pick up your canvas at the Milo Library (See attached poster)

Oct. 21 – Vulcan Women’s Thrift Market (See attached poster)

Oct. 21 – Harvest Dinner – Dinner and Hypnotist – Carmangay (See attached poster)

Oct. 23 – Vulcan Curling Club AGM and Contact Info. Leagues begins in November.

Oct. 23&24 – Holiday Craft-A-Long Halloween. Register with Rainbow Literacy

Oct. 26 – Pumpkin Carving at the Youth Centre, 3:30-6pm. Sign up at the Vulcan Library or Get-A-Way Youth Centre

Oct. 27 – Halloween Howler – Milo Hall, Magic Show, Dance and Refreshments (See attached poster)

Oct. 31 – 1st Annual Pumpkin Walk and Fireworks at Virginia Mitchell Campground 4:30-8:00pm. Hosted by Connect First Credit Union. Candy, games, free entry. (See attached poster)

Oct. 31 – Kiddies Halloween Party Lodge Hall Basement. 4-7pm. Come for supper, grilled cheese and soup. Games and yummy treats. Hosted by SODA and Wheat Country Special Needs Society.

Nov. 2 – Lunch and Learn Carmangay – Nutrition for Seniors. Sign up with FCSS at 403-485-2192.

Nov. 3 – Carmangay Lions Turkey Supper Community Centre

Nov. 4 – Champion Fire Department Fundraiser Supper

Nov. 5 – Vulcan United Church Turkey Supper Vulcan CRC

Nov. 17 – The Wardens Performing in Carmangay

Nov. 18 – Dinner and Dancing Milo (See attached poster) Only a few tickets left.

Dec. 2 – Small Business Christmas Party. Vulcan Legion, limited tickets available, supper and music by Lyndsay Butler. Sponsored by Vulcan & District Chamber of Commerce. For tickets contact Smashing Weddings & Events. (See attached poster)

Dec. 15 – Farmer Christmas Party featuring Quick Dick McDick and local celebrity Shaun Umschied – Save the date.

Carmangay Library Events

– Goodie Donation – Oct 1 to 25 at the library – The spooktacular season is here, and we’re gathering treats for our Halloween Parade goody bags! If you’d like to contribute, we’re happily accepting donations at the library.

– Literary Society – Oct 12 @ 6:30 at the library – get together and talk about what you’ve been reading

– (partial) Solar Eclipse Viewing Party – Oct 14 @ 10AM at the library – We’ve got special eclipse sunglasses on hand – we’ll be circulating them among attendees, so everyone gets a safe peek at the eclipse. Remember, for the best view, we’re hoping for clear skies. If you’re bringing the young ones, kids 10 and under need to be accompanied by an adult.

– Death Cafe – Oct 17 @ 6PM at the library – Unravel the mystery, confront the taboo, and open a conversation many shy away from… all over a warm cup of tea and a slice of cake! Hosted by the insightful Erin Quan and Tania Stilson, our Death Cafe offers a welcoming, non-judgmental space where you can freely discuss death and what it means to each of us. Remember, by facing our fears and talking openly about death, we embrace the full spectrum of life, fostering a more profound appreciation for each moment.

– STEAM Night (Break out Box) – Oct 19 @ 6:30PM at the library – Think escape room, but in reverse! Instead of finding a way out, you’ll be working together to break INTO our themed box. Whether you’re a puzzle pro or just looking for a fun challenge, our Break Out Box night promises excitement and intrigue for everyone involved!

– Double feature movie night – Oct 27 @ 6PM & 8:30PM at the Community Center – For our younger audience or those looking for a “Family Fright”, we’ll be screening the enchanting yet eerie “Coraline”. And for those who dare a “Big Scare”, brace yourselves for “Insidious: The Red Door”

– Halloween Parade – Oct 28 @ 2pm at the school – Get those costumes ready because it’s time for our annual Halloween Parade! March with us from the school all the way to the library, where a spook-tacular goodie bag awaits each participant. But that’s not all – strut your stuff and you might just win our costume contest!

– Open late – Oct 31 from 2-9 PM at the library – Whether you’re looking for a cozy spot to warm up with hot chocolate , munch on some spooky snacks , or challenge a fellow ghoul to a game , we’ve got the spirits (and snacks) to keep the fun alive!

– As aways, Fun Friday every Friday morning at 10 AM, come hang out with Meagan, we have games, activates, stories and snacks. Buzzword Reading Challenging is happening, the theme for October is “magic words”, whatever that means to you. Drive By Trivia in in full force with new clues being put up weekly. Movie bingo is also running, watch 5 movies to complete a line and be entered to win Movie Mill tickets.

Ongoing Events

English Language Learning – Vulcan, Carmangay, Arrowwood (see attached poster)

Mens Rec Hockey – Mondays 8:30-10pm Starts Oct. 2 register at townofvulcan.ca/recreation

Youth Rec Hockey – Fridays 1-2pm Starts Oct. 13 register at townofvulcan.ca/recreation

Mentorship Champion Wednesdays 3:50pm Champion School.

Mondays

Lomond on the Farm! Join us for a morning of FARM-TASTIC activities, learning all about life on a farm! This program is perfect for 2-6 year olds! Registration is required. For more information, please visit greaterfoothillsfamilycentre.ca

Stay & Play– Vulcan Lodge Hall 1:30-3pm.

Tuesdays

Time for Rhymes – Champion School 10:30am 0-5years.

Time for Rhymes – Vulcan Library 12:30pm Starts Oct. 10.

Community Connection Café – Tuesdays at 1:30pm. Vulcan Seniors Centre. All ages welcome. (See attached poster)

Alphabet Soup – Arrowwood Hall. Ages 2-6. (See attached poster)

Coffee is on at the Carmangay Community Centre 2-4pm Cost $1

Get-A-Way Youth Centre – Open 3:30-6pm. Pool, Pin-pong, foosball, video games, crafts and more. Ages 10-18. 403-485-6033

Spanish Classes 10:30am – Register with Rainbow Literacy and Learning Society. 403-485-3107 (See attached poster)

Wednesdays

Coffee at the Carmangay Seniors Centre 10am -12pm

Coffee Time- 2pm Lomond at the Drop-In

ManCave – 1-3pm 105A 3rd Ave. S. Coffee, Pool, Ping-pong, puzzles, foosball, games and visiting. (See attached poster)

Moms & Tots – 10:30 am. Vulcan Church of Christ basement. Everyone welcome.

Get-A-Way Youth Centre – Open 3:30-6pm. Pool, Pin-pong, foosball, video games, crafts and more. Ages 10-18. 403-485-6033

Community Pickleball – Ages 16+ 6:30-8pm at VPE Register at: wwwtownofvulcan.ca/recreation

French Classes – 7pm. Register with Rainbow Literacy and Learning Society. 403-485-3107 (See attached poster)

Community Basketball – 8-9:30pm Starts Sept. 20. In the VPE gym. Registration required https://app.univerusrec.com/vulcanrecre…/courses/index.asp

Thursdays

Coffee is on at the Carmangay Community Centre 2-4pm Cost $1

Chess at the Vulcan Library 2:10-5:00pm

Teen Night at the Youth Centre – 13+ Open 6:30-9:00pm Pool, Pin-pong, foosball, video games, crafts and more. 403-485-6033

Farmers Market at the Vulcan Legion. 3-6pm. Ongoing until Thanksgiving.

Fridays

Time for Rhymes – Vulcan Yoga Studio 10:30am. Starts Oct. 20

Community Pickleball – Ages 16+ 2-4pm at VPE Register at: wwwtownofvulcan.ca/recreation

Get-A-Way Youth Centre – Open 12:30-6pm. Ages 10-18. Free lunch is served 12:30 – 1pm. 105A 3rd Ave.S. Vulcan 403-485-6033. Ping-pong, pool tables, foosball, air hockey, video games, crafts and music!

Saturdays

Vulcan Legion Meat Draw – 3-6pm

Vulcan Legion -Drop-in Pool at the Hall @ 3pm. $5/person. No membership required.

Coffee at the Carmangay Seniors Centre – 10am-12pm

1st Saturday of the month – 9 am Pancake Breakfast at the Community Centre $5/person, $20/family

Coffee Time – Lomond 9am at the Drop-In

Sunday

Community Pickleball – Ages 16+ 3:30-5:30pm at VPE Register at: wwwtownofvulcan.ca/recreation

Monday – Saturday

Vulcan Senior Centre

-Men’s Pool 9am – 12pm

-Ladies’ Coffee Drop-in 10am – 11am

Champion Pioneer Club – Coffee 9:30-11:30. Membership $25

Vulcan Legion

Try some pool Wed. 7pm. Try some Darts Thurs. 6:45. Chase The Ace Friday with 50/50 and drink specials. And of course Saturday Meat Draw with Live Music.

Adult Literacy Programs

Digital Skills (See attached poster)

English Language Learning (See attached poster)

Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program. Starts Oct. 17

Family Programs

Mentorship Vulcan – Starts Oct. 17 (See attached poster Vulcan Family Literacy Programs)

Literacy Through Art – Starts Nov. 3 (See above poster)

Stepping Back in Time – Kids Program at the Vulcan Museum (See attached poster)

Greater Foothills Family Centre – October Programs (See attached posters pg. 1 &2)

Resources

Outreach Services for Older Adults (See attached poster)

Community Counselling Services – Free at FCSS (See attached poster)

Sunshine Counselling is now open in Vulcan. We offer appointments on Tuesdays, Wednesday evenings, Fridays and Saturdays. We work with children, teens, adults and seniors. To book your appointment, call 403-485-5573 or visit sunshine-counselling.com.

NEW interactive Vulcan County Business Directory

https://www.vulcancounty.ab.ca/…/business-registrations/

This valuable tool is great for locals and visitors wanting to easily search for businesses operating in Vulcan County. Search by category or by business name!

If you are a local business, please check to see if your business is listed.

To make changes or to add a new listing please submit this form: https://www.vulcancounty.ab.ca/…/business-registrations/

Support Groups

Mondays – SMART Recovery 7-8:30pm Addiction Support Meeting. Call Beth at 403-485-1054 for info.

AA – Alcoholics Anonymous Every Tuesday and Thursday. Meetings are at 8pm. Contact Gary at 403-485-5818

Al-Anon Family Group – meetings as needed. Contact Betty at 403-652-8285

Thursday’s – Men’s Healthy Relationship Group 6-8pm Registration details at rowanhouse.ca/safe-at-home

MUMS – Peer-to-Peer Maternal Support for pre- and post-partum. Weekly confidential phone calls. Call Families Matter at 403-205-5194.

Volunteering

-Volunteer to provide free tax serves to low income Albertan through Vulcan FCSS. Training by CRA staff on Nov. 16 from 6-8pm. Contact FCSS for more information 403-485-2192.

-Arrowwood Library Board is looking for new Board Members – Contact the Village to apply [email protected] or call 403-534-3821 by Oct. 4

-Milo School is looking for volunteers to read with kids Monday-Thursday 9-10am. Contact the school for information. 403-599-3817

-The Lomond Community Development Society is requesting photo submissions of Lomond and District. The winning photo will be on the Community Calendar.

-Do you need help with your yard cleanup in Carmangay before the Fall Community Clean Up? Students from Carmangay School have graciously volunteered to assist any residents that need help in their yards on TUESDAY, OCTOBER 10 between 9am and 2:30pm. Please pop into the Village office to sign up or give us a call!

Employment Opportunities

-P/T Hardware Associate Apply instore with resume or send resume to [email protected]. Closes October 1, 2023.

-Link Worker – Act4Health. Social Prescribing Initiative. Full job ad available on vulcanandregionfcss.com

-Meals in Minutes & Village’s Bistro are teaming up to bring a NEW PROGRAM to Vulcan County!

-VULCAN COUNTY YOUTH IN BUSINESS will be employing youth 14-21 year olds, and teaching them how to run a small business! We tentatively will be starting mid October to the end of March. We can’t wait to share our delicious eats and help shape our future business owners!

-Lomond Little Learners is hiring! We are hiring a kindergarten teacher, starting in October! Please send resumes to: [email protected].

-Early Childhood Educators – Vulcan Daycare Stop in or email resumes to [email protected]

-Palliser School Division www.pallisersd.ab.ca/hr/career-opportunities

-Brandt John Deere – Shop Foreman, Territory Manager, Customer Support Advisor, Agricultural Heavy Equipment Technician

-Positions at SABC

-Vulcan County Employment Opportunities

-Actors wanted for Aspen Crossing for the the Train of Terror (18+) or the magical Polar Express Train excursions (all ages). If this intrigues you, then send us your resume to [email protected] or give Roma a call at 403-534-2129.

Check out more jobs at indeed.com, Workopolis, LinkedIn, Cananda Job Bank and by googling “Jobs Near Me.” Please note that some of these jobs listing are picked up by search engines and are out of date. It is always wise to look positions up on a companies home site before sharing information online.

Christmas Markets

Nov. 25 – Milo Art Society

Nov. 12 – Arrowwood Community Hall

Nov. 26 – Kinette Christmas Market CRC 11am-4pm

Content provided by: Alberta Health Services

Fuelling young athletes

Nutrition is important for young athletes (ages 12 to 18) because it supports both healthy growth and sports performance. Young athletes who fuel their bodies with healthy choices will get more out of their training and perform better during competition.

Here are some tips for young athletes:

Before your activity

Drink 1.5 – 2.5 cups of water two to three hours before activity to hydrate your body.

Plan to eat a meal two to three hours before an activity to give your body time to digest and convert it to fuel for your muscles. If you only have one to two hours before an activity, eat a smaller snack instead. Choose foods that contain carbohydrate and protein, as well as foods that are lower in fat and fibre. For example, try a fruit smoothie, a chicken wrap or an egg and toast.

During an activity

Water is the best fluid to keep you hydrated when you are active for less than one hour. Bring a water bottle with you and drink every 15 to 20 minutes during activity. If you are active for more than one hour and sweating a lot, you may benefit from a sports drink. A sports drink provides carbohydrates (energy) and replaces the electrolytes you lose when you sweat. Avoid low carbohydrate sports drinks and drinks with caffeine or carbonation (fizz).

After activity

After an activity, drink fluids and eat food to help you refuel and recover. Drink one to two cups of fluid and eat foods with carbohydrate and protein. Choose foods such as cereal and milk, fruit and Greek yogurt or a nut butte

September 2023 Vulcan County Family Resources

Hello Everyone,

As summer comes to an end, many programs start up again for the fall. Scroll down for a list of activities and programs for both adults and youth to register in for the fall. Please share with family, friends or clients.

EVENTS

Sept. 1 – Jam Session at the Vulcan Pool Park

Sept. 1 – Movie at the Vulcan CRC – Guardians of the Galaxy vol. 3 – 7pm.

Sept. 2 – Vulcan Legion Live Entertainment Rockabilly Cruise 50/50 Meat Draw

Sept. 2 – Pancake Breakfast 9-10:30am Carmangay Community Centre

Sept. 6 – Tim Hortons Pop-Up Champion Pioneer Club 7:30-10:30am

Sept. 7 – Dart Club begins (See attached poster)

Sept. 8 – Bingo at the Vulcan Seniors Centre. Everyone welcome. (See attached poster)

Sept. 8 – Healy Heritage Art Centre 10th Anniversary Event (See attached poster)

Sept. 8 & 9 – Nine in a Line Brewing 2nd Anniversary weekend, Cornhole tournament! 2 Person Teams – $30 per team – Max 16 teams. Included with your entry: Beef on a bun lunch on Saturday, 3 games minimum, Anniversary Gift, Great prizes! Games are 6-8pm Friday and 12-5pm Saturday!

Email [email protected] for entry and further details!

Sept. 13 – Vulcan Daycare AGM 6pm. Community members welcome.

Sept. 16 – Harvest for Health Rail Excursion (See attached poster)

Sept. 19 – Mass registration 3:30 – 6:30 at Vulcan Prairieview Elementary

Sept. 19 – Lunch and Learn – Benefits and Credits for Adult 65 or approaching 65. Vulcan Seniors Centre (See attached poster)
Benefits and Credits for Seniors or almost 65 - Lunch and Learn

Sept. 22 – Babysitters Course (See attached poster)

Sept. 26 – Community Connection Café – Tuesdays at 1:30 Vulcan Seniors Centre. Everyone Welcome.

Sept. 30 – National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

September Calendar for Milo (See attached poster)

Oct. 14 – Referee Clinic (See the attached poster)

Oct. 20 – Ladies Night Out – Fundraiser for the Vulcan Daycare (See attached poster)

Dec. 15 – Save the Date – Farmer Christmas Party featuring Quick Dick McDick

Events at the Carmangay Library:

– Board Meeting on September 5th @ 7PM at the library

– Computer class about maximizing your online security on September 12 at 5PM at the library

– Game night on September 15 at 6PM at the library

– Author night featuring Jason Wegner author of Mania Man on September 19th at 6PM at the library

– STEAM Night with scratch art on September 21 at 6:30 at the library

– Comic book week from Sept 25-29, stop in and tell us about your favourite comic book for a chance to win a prize!

– Movie night featuring across the spider-verse on Sept 29 at 6PM at the community center

– Small Towns, Big Ideas: Rural Entrepreneurship Series will be starting in September as well. Keep an eye on our website or Facebook page or library window for more details

Programs for Youth

Kids in the Kitchen Program, and Teen Cooking Course – Thursdays Sept. 21, 28, Oct. 5 & 12 (See attached poster)

Alphabet Soup – Arrowwood Wednesdays starting Sept. 27 (See attached poster)

Mentorship Program – Champion Thursdays Starting September 29 (See attached poster)
FALL Mentorship Program Champion

Early Learning Program Registration information (See attached poster)

Fall Family Program – Greater Foothills Family Centre (See attached poster) www.greaterfoothillsfamilycentre.ca
Family Programs GFFC September 2023

Moms and Tots – Wednesdays at 10:30am starting Sept. 13 – Vulcan Church of Christ basement 409 1st St. S.

Family Literacy Programs Fall 2023 – Building Blocks In Home Family Program, Literacy through Art, Book Club, Indigenous Literacy and Parenting Skills, Triple P Parenting, Craft-a-Long’s, Nobody’s Perfect Workshop,
Time for Rhymes – Rainbow Literacy Society (See attached poster Adult and Family Literacy)
Adult and Family Literacy Fall Programs

Milo Childrens Program – On the Farm (See attached poster)

Programs for Adults

Yoga for Hips and Back Wednesdays at 3pm.

Bootcamp – Milo Lions Park – Thursdays at 10am in September

Cooking Circle – Make meals together to take home to your family – Wednesday Sept. 27 10am. Register with Vulcan FCSS at 403-485-2192. [email protected]

Volunteer Cooking – Make soups for the Food bank – Sept. 14 at 9:45am. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4DAAA922A6FBC70-volunteer1

English Language Learning (See attached poster)
English Language Learning

Digital Skills for Adults (See attached poster)

Spanish Classes (See attached poster)
Spanish Classes

Adult Literacy and Adult Learning – English Language Learning, Digital Skills, Conversation Cafe, Firearms Safety, First Aid, One-on-One Tutoring, Skills for Learning, Computer Basics, French Classes (See attached poster Adult and Family Literacy)
Adult and Family Literacy Fall Programs

Transitions to Alternate Care – Alzheimer’s Society (See attached poster)
Transition to Alternative Care - Alzheimer Society

Vulcan Seniors Centre – Monday – Saturday Coffee and Pool 9am-12pm.

Carmangay Seniors Centre – Coffee Wednesdays and Saturdays 10-11:30am

Champion Pioneer Club – Coffee Monday-Saturday 9:30-11:30. Memberships $25

FALL ACTIVITY, CLUB AND PROGRAM REGISTRATIONS

Mass Registration is on Sept. 19 at Vulcan Prairieview Elementary School

Volleyball at CCHS – Tryouts start Sept. 5 (See attached poster)

The Vulcan Girl Guides multi unit is in search of leaders. Currently, we don’t have enough leaders to run our program this fall. If you are interested, please contact Pamela Matlock at 403-485-8496

Vulcan Skating Club – Contact Jess for more information [email protected] or call 403-371-9775. Sign up at Mass Registration.
Vulcan Minor Hockey Association http://vulcanminorhockey.ca/ Power Skating and Development sessions available beginning in September. See website for details.

Girls Hockey Development (See attached poster)

Tekka Karate Club – Youth and Adult – Robert 403-652-3508

Music Lessons:

-Jen McMorris (Piano) 403-485-5506

-Josh Cookson (Piano, Guitar, Other) 403-485-3706

-Amber Foster (Piano) ambersmusicstudio.weebly.com

Dance

-Heather Hughland Dancing – Susan 403-485-3660

-Infinity Dance Academy https://www.facebook.com/groups/436395574757737

– Barbara Moore Academy of Dance 403-485-1684 [email protected]

All classes are held on Thursdays at the Vulcan Yoga Center

Schedule is:

3:45 – 4:30

Ballet

Age 5 – 6 years

4:30 – 5:15

Tap and Jazz

Age 5 – 6 years

5:15 – 6:00

Tap and Jazz

Age 7 – 9 years

6:00 – 6:45

Ballet

Age 7 – 9 years

6:45 – 7:30

Ballet

Ages 10 + years

7:30 – 8:30

Junior Tap and Jazz

Ages 10 + years

8:30 – 9:15

Modern/Lyrical

Ages 10+ years

Vulcan Recreation https://townofvulcan.ca/recreation More coming soon

Pickleball

Community Basketball

Volleyball

Badminton

Community Walking Indoors

Vulcan Legion – Pool and Dart Leagues for Adults

Curling – Mens, Womens, Mixed, Youth – Milo, Vulcan, Carmangay

Swim Club High River (See attached poster)

Pottery – ClayinKilnStudion.com 403-857-9667 102a St. S Vulcan

Phoenix Equine Assisted Training – Youth, age 14 to 18, looking to challenge limitations and develop key life skills for a successful future? https://peatskills.ca/

PEAT believes in being present and overcoming life’s lessons with passion, drive, and determination. Working together with horses to empower, enrich, and inspire tomorrow’s leaders with our 6 week, hands on, Youth Program. Participants will learn detrimental skills such as communication, boundary setting, teamwork, and dependability giving them the opportunity to rise to their greatest potential.

Riding Lessons – Kelsey (Vulcan) and Karen(Arrowwood) (Contact Lori at FCSS 403-485-2192 for contact information)

Kidsport is available in Vulcan to help with Registration fees. So all Kids can Play! Contact Vulcan Recreation 403-485-6659 townofvulcan.ca/recreation/recreation-forms

4-H – www.4h.ab.ca Arrowwood Beef, Arrowwood River Wranglers Horse Club, Champion MultiClub, Lomond MultiClub, Foothills Multiclub – Beef, Sheep, Horse, Outdoor Adventure, Pheasant, Photography and more.

WORKSHOPS

Mealtime Struggles with Children and Feeding your Baby (See attached poster)
Mealtime Struggles & Feeding Your Baby Posters_ Sept-Dec 2023_1

Calgary Rural Primary Care Network has 3 great workshops coming up in the next few weeks:

Anxiety to Calm (four weeks)

Starts September 27, from 3-5 p.m. at the Okotoks Public Library

Happiness Basics (four weeks)

Starts October 4, from 6-8 p.m. at the Okotoks Public Library, as well as virtually.

Craving Change (three weeks)

Starts October 11, from 2-4 p.m. Offered virtually.

https://www.crpcn.ca/workshops/

RESOURCES

NEW to Vulcan – Community Counselling – Free at FCSS (See attached poster)

Outreach Services for Older Adults in Vulcan and Region (See attached poster)

Vulcan County has an updated Business Directory. Add it to your favourites so you know where to find businesses locally or get added to it if you have a buisness! https://www.vulcancounty.ab.ca/departments/economic-development/business-registrations/?fbclid=IwAR1lwHjQ1D8G31tta0R1FZIKqZWG6bhFhCYSCBJUBuhBEBCHpBDnxPOASfk

New – Canadian Dental Benefit Fact Sheet (See attached poster)
Canada-dental-benefit-factsheet-en

NEWS

Vulcan Rampage Junior Hockey Club is still looking for Billet families. Visit our website, email [email protected] or call/text Nadia 403-361-1827

Town of Vulcan is looking for a Member at Large for the Municipal Planning Commission. Contact the Town of Vulcan for more information.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

MCG Careers – September news (See attached poster)

Educational Assistant – Brant Colony School and Champion School

Assistant Agricultural Fieldman – Vulcan County

Early Childhood Educators – Vulcan Daycare. Stop in or email resumes to [email protected]

Palliser School Division has many career opportunities available, including a variety of non-teaching jobs! We are currently seeking candidates for Human Resources, Finance and Information Technology positions. Interested candidates should apply through our ‘Careers’ page: https://www.pallisersd.ab.ca/hr/career-opportunities. An ‘ApplyToEducation’ profile will be required but does not take long to create.

Therapy Assistant – Vulcan Hospital Physical Therapy AHS https://careers.albertahealthservices.ca/

Environmental II – Vulcan Hospital Cleaning https://careers.albertahealthservices.ca/

Seasonal Field Technician – 2nd Opinion Consulting (See attached poster)

Found on Indeed.ca

Logistics Coordinator – Timberland Express Inc.

Territory Manager – Brandt John Deere

Location Assistant – Richarson International Pioneer

Housekeeping Aide – Extendicare

Health Care Aide – Extendicare

Environmental II – AHS

Customer Support Advisor – Agriculture – Brandt John Deere

Resident Program Aide – Extendicare

Area Marketing Representative – Richarson Pioneer

Cashier – Vulcan Petro

Community Rehabilitation Worker – Wheat Country Special Needs

Telecommunications Technician – Integrated Solutions

Kitchen Helper – Vulcan Country Inn

Agriculture Heavy Equipment Technician – Brandt John Deere

Food Service Supervisor – A & W

LPN – Extendicare

Food Service Supervisor – Vulcan Country Inn

Found on LinkedIn.com

Grain Marketing Advisor – Cargill Blackie

Registered Nurse – Extendicare

Found by googling “Jobs near me” (please note some of these can be very out of date listings picked up by various job sites and some can be scams so look up the companies before sharing any personal information with them)

Nanny – in Vulcan via Canadian Nanny

Registered Nurse – AHS via Trabajo.org

House Sitter near Twin Valley Reservoir via House Sitters Canada

Cook – A&W via Zip Recruiter

Sales Supervisor – Big Sky Beer Wine & Spirits via Canada Job Bank

Class 1 or 3 Mixer Driver – Noble Concrete RMC Group of companies

I.T. Customer Support – AHS Vulcan via Adzuna

World Suicide Prevention Day

September 10 is World Suicide Prevention Day, a day about increasing awareness, building knowledge and sparking conversations about suicide.

Suicide affects people from all ages, genders, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic groups, and it has emotional, financial and psychological impacts on individuals, families, and communities.

You can help prevent suicide.

One of the major ways to help is to reduce the stigma around suicide. Stigma contributes to feelings of fear, shame and guilt. We can help decrease stigma by talking about suicide with understanding and compassion.

When talking about suicide, use people-first language (someone with suicidal thoughts instead of a suicidal person). Phrases such as death by suicide, died by suicide, or suicide describe what really happened and respect family and friends left behind.

It is hard to know if someone is thinking about suicide, but if you are or know someone who is, help is available. Recognizing the risk factors and warning signs is important in preventing suicide.

Risk factors may include:

• Barriers to accessing social and health services.

• Mental illnesses such as depression, anxiety and bipolar disorder.

• Traumatic life events such as the death of a partner or friend, divorce or financial issues.

• Family violence, including physical or sexual abuse.

• Diagnosis of a serious physical illness.

Warning signs may include:

• Planning or saying they want to hurt or kill themselves or someone else.

• Talking, writing, reading, or drawing about death, including writing suicide notes and talking about items that can cause physical harm, such as pills, guns or knives.

• Saying they have no hope, they feel trapped, or there is no point in “going on.”

Take any mention of suicide seriously, and get help right away if someone

you know is in immediate risk of suicide:

• Call 911, a suicide hotline (see telephone numbers below) or the police.

• Stay with the person or ask someone you trust to stay with the person until the crisis has passed.

• Encourage the person to seek professional help.

• Don’t argue with the person (“It’s not as bad as you think”) or challenge the person (“You’re not the type to attempt suicide”).

• Tell the person that you are there to support them. Talk about the situation as openly as possible.

When thinking about how to help someone, use the REACH Pathway (Recognize, Engage, Ask, Connect and Heal) to help remember what you can do: recognize when someone is struggling, engage in conversation and listen, ask about suicidal thoughts and feelings, connect to support and resources and take care of your own mental health. To learn more, visit MyHealth.Alberta.ca

Here are more resources to help:

• Health Link, 811

• Kids Help Phone o Visit: kidshelpphone.ca

o Call: 1-800-668-6868

• AHS Mental Health Line o Call: 1-877-303-2642

• Hope for Wellness: First Nations & Inuit Populations o Call: 1-855-242-3310

o Online chat: hopeforwellness.ca

• Canada Suicide Prevention Service o Call: 1-833-456-4566

o Online chat: crisisservicescanada.ca

o Text: 45645

• National Trans Lifeline

o Visit: translifeline.org

o Call: 1-877-330-6366

• Learn more at MyHealth.Alberta.ca

Have a great fall!

August 2023 Vulcan County Family Resources

Hi Everyone,
I hope you have been having a good summer. There is still lots of community fun to be had in August and hopefully you have some time to explore some of the smaller communities and their events around Vulcan. At the bottom of the email I also included a list of some of the parks and places to explore outdoors in our County. For example, did you know there is a easy mountain bike trail through Wyndham Provincial Park? It’s a nice place to enjoy the river, paddle, have a picnic or ride bikes. And a Nature Trail to explore in Carmangay. Check out more below. Please share this email, post or print with friends, family and clients.
A couple heads up on warnings around us:

-Twin Valley Reservoir has a Blue-Green algae advisory in effect as well as Enchant Municipal Park. Learn more here https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/news/page1926.aspx

-Due to the extreme hot, dry conditions that exist, and with little to no precipitation in the forecast, a FIRE BAN is now in effect for Vulcan County with respect to all open fires within its municipal boundaries.

All active fire/burn permits are cancelled, and no new permits will be issued until further notice. Burning of any kind is prohibited, including recreational fires. Burning or lighting a fire during a Fire Ban is illegal, and fines and/or cost of fire departments to respond will apply. Please report any smoke sightings or fires immediately to 911. Look up regulations within each municipality and campground before having a fire.

Events

July 28-30 – VulCon https://www.vulcantourism.com/vulcon Free Coffee with a side of Cosplay!! Everyone is welcome to the VulCON Cosplay Social Saturday July 29 at 10am. Enjoy a free coffee or tea and see the costumes that show up to compete. You don’t have to have a ticket to VulCON to compete or watch. If you want to enter a costume you can sign-up at 10 AM (no charge to enter). Once you have entered, you are free to wander around the Trek grounds, take photos of your fantastic costume with our photo ops & green screen. Our celebrity judges will be there to choose their favourite costume & announce the winner at 10:45. Winners get a free professional picture taken which will also be displayed in the Trek Station. Winners will also receive a prizes. This should be a great way to kick off the day!

July 29 – Live Entertainment at the Legion, Meat Draw and 50/50 (See attached poster)

July 29 – Wildfire Education Session – Carmangay (See attached poster)

Aug 3 & 17 – Nerf Wars (See attached poster)

Aug. 4 & 5 Carmagangy Fair and Sports Day (See attached poster) for the FIremans BBQ tickets call or text Sue right away so you get a ticket @ (403)892-8277

Aug. 4 & 18 – Jam Session in the Park (See attached poster)

Aug. 5 – Ice cream at the Carmangay Library after the parade. Silent Auction for the Friends of the Carmangay Library

Aug 8 – Dream Catcher Workshop Champion

Aug. 10 – Carmangay Library Literary Society 6:30pm

Aug. 11 & 12 – Southern Alberta Music Festival – Aspen Crossing https://www.aspencrossing.com/events/2023-southern-alberta-music-festival/

Aug. 11 – Night Swim Vulcan Pool (See attached poster)

Aug. 12 – Mossleigh Family BBQ and Movie Night (See attached poster)

Aug 12&13 – Red Cross First Aid Course Champion. Call 403-897-3833 Cost is $120 (includes book)

Aug. 13 – Hats on On Parade and Tea – Vulcan Seniors Centre (See attached poster)

Aug. 13 – Milo Lions BBQ and Show and Shine (See attached poster)

Aug. 16 – The Rolling Barage Vulcan Legion – Coast to Coast Ride to Combat PTSD (See attached poster)

Aug. 18 – Movie – Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 Vulcan (See attached poster)

Aug. 19 – Bike4Vets Poker Run and Entertainment at the Legion (See attached poster)

Aug. 19 at 6:30pm the Vulcan and District Historical Society is hosting a cemetery walk at the Vulcan Cemetery!

Silent Shadows is a great opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of our town and the people who made it what it is today. Featuring stories from family and community members, this evening walk will cover the lives of fourteen historical and influential figureheads of Vulcan and Vulcan County whose lives represent our rich past.

Aug. 25 – Movie Night at the Carmangay Community Centre at 6pm.

Aug. 26 – Victims Services Golf Tournament – Registration is open, register quickly. (See attached poster)
Victims Services Golf Tournament Aug 26

Aug. 29 & 30 – Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training – Vulcan Call FCSS for details and to register for this 2 day training 403-485-2192.

Sept 1-4 – Mossleigh SloPitch Tournament (See attached poster)

Sept. – Babysitter Course is coming. Contact [email protected] if you have a child interested in taking the training. 403-485-2192

Summer Programs for Kids

Kids Day Out in Mossleigh and Arrowwood once a week in August. (See attached poster) Register with the Get-A-Way Youth Centre or find registration forms online at https://vulcanandregionfcss.com/useful-documents/

Aug. 14 & 21 –Play in the Park – Greater Foothills Family Centre (See attached poster)

Vulcan Park Adventures – Wednesdays 10am – Vulcan Centennial Park – https://www.townofvulcan.ca/recreation

Book Club for Kids – Milo, Arrowwood and Vulcan on Wednesdays beginning Aug. 9 and Lomond on Fridays beginning August 11. Rainbow Literacy and Learning Society 403-485-3107 (See attached poster)

Mentorship – Lomond on Tuesdays 12:30-2pm. Rainbow Literacy and Learning Society 403-485-3107

Little Adventurers – Mondays Milo 10am and Vulcan 1:30pm, Tuesdays Lomond 10am. Begins Aug. 7 and 8th. Rainbow Literacy and Learning Society 403-485-3107

Big Adventurers – Monday Milo 11am and Vulcan 2:30pm, Tuesdays Lomond 11am. Begins Aug. 7 and 8th. Rainbow Literacy and Learning Society 403-485-3107

Time for Rhymes Vulcan – 12:30-2pm Begins Aug. 10. Rainbow Literacy and Learning Society 403-485-3107

Swimming and Games for Youth ages 12-18 in Vulcan with the Boys and Girls Club. Thursdays from 11:30-3. Register with FCSS at 403-485-2192.(See attached poster)

Teen Night at the Youth Centre – Wednesdays 6:30-9pm

Aug 2 – Scary Movie Night

Aug 9 – Open Mike/Jam session Night

Aug. 16 – Games Night

Aug. 23 – Table top Tournament Night – Pool, Foosball, Pingpong

Aug. 30 – Trivia Night – Gift Card Prizes

Follow the Get-A-Way Youth Centre on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/getawayyouthcentre. Call 403-485-6033 for information or email [email protected]

Every Friday – Free Swim at the Vulcan Pool sponsored by the Vulcan Lions Club 6-8pm.

Public Swim – Champion Pool 1:30-6pm Mon-Fri, 1-6pm Saturday and 1-5 Sunday

Ball Hockey – Tuesdays July 4-Aug 15 https://www.townofvulcan.ca/recreation

Nerf Wars , Aug. 3, 17 https://www.townofvulcan.ca/recreation

Camps

Volleyball Camp Aug 7-11 (See attached poster)

Creative Camp Aug. 21-25 (See attached poster)

Swim Camp Aug 28.-Sept 1(See attached poster)

Play with Clay Summer Camp is offered 3 times this summer with 2 age groupings. Clayinkilnstudio

At Clay in Kiln Studio we will cover different methods of working with clay to create a functional and fun piece unique to the student.
Clay is messy, wear older clothes and shoes. Students need to bring an over-sized shirt to keep at the studio during the week.

Cost: $125

Ages: 7 – 13 Mon – Thurs 12 – 2
Ages: 14+ Mon – Thurs 2:30 – 5

Session 2: August 14 – 17
Session 3: August 28 – 31

Resources

New to Vulcan:

Community Counselling at FCSS with a Supervised Practicum Student from Sept.-Apr. on Wednesdays and Fridays. Booking is open now. Call FCSS at 403-485-2192.

Sunshine Counselling – Angela Hill, MCAP, CCC 403-485-5573 Vulcan, AB Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors sunshine-counselling.com

Eye See I Learn – Kids going into Kindergarten and not yet started grade 1 who go have their eyes checked can receive FREE glasses. Go to the link for posters or translated versions.

https://www.optometrists.ab.ca/AAO/ESEL/Resources_for_Parents/AAO/ESEL/Resources_for_Parents.aspx

www.buildingbrains.ca has activities in an easy to read format with descriptions of how they help build a brain. By signing up for the free subscription you will have access to content for Preschool, Elementary, Adolescents and breathing exercises.

Mealtime Struggles and Feeding Your Baby Workshops – See attached poster for upcoming dates.

Mealtime Struggles & Feeding Your Baby Posters_ May-Aug 2023

Employment Opportunities

Family Navigator – P/T Temporary -Rainbow Literacy and Learning Society. Email [email protected]

Adult Literacy Coordinator – P/T -Rainbow Literacy and Learning Society. Email [email protected]

Teacher – Milo School https://www.pallisersd.ab.ca/hr/career-opportunities

Principal – Brant School https://www.pallisersd.ab.ca/hr/career-opportunities

Substitue Teachers – All schools https://www.pallisersd.ab.ca/hr/career-opportunities

Educational Assistant – Champion School https://www.pallisersd.ab.ca/hr/career-opportunities

Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic F/T– Vulcan County https://www.vulcancounty.ab.ca/announcements/career-opportunities/

Equipment Operator – Parrish & Heimbecker Mossleigh https://bit.ly/3XMrpbn

ISO Personal home care giver for paraplegic women. Part time (about 22 hours per week) located in Vulcan area. [email protected] Or you can mail a resume to: Box 392, Vulcan AB, T0L 2B0

Full time cashier – Vulcan Village Gas Bar is looking for some help. Tuesday-Saturday 6:00 am – 2:00 pm, Apply within or email resume to [email protected].

F/T and P/T positions – The Threaded Needle – Quilting, sewing, longarming experience preferred. Contact [email protected]

From indeed.ca

Customer Services Representative – CIBC

Health Care Aide – Extendicare

Temporary Admin Assistant – Vulcan County

Cashier – Vulcan Petro

Cook I – AHS Vulcan

Environmental II – AHS Vulcan (Cleaning)

Retail Store Supervisor – Generations Car Wash and Quickstop

Concrete Batch Plant Operator – RMC Group of Companies

Sales Supervisor – Big Sky Beer Wine and Spirits

Customer Support Advisor – Brandt John Deere

Health Care Aide – AHS Vulcan

Territory Manager – Brandt John Deere

Construction Labourer – Avertex Utility Solutions

Found searching Jobs Near Me on Google (Some of these listings are out of date but picked up by employment search engines, it is best to check directly with the employer)

Registered Nurse – AHS via Glassdoor

Area Marketing Representative – Richardson Pioneer via AgCareers.com

Food Service Supervisor – Subway via Job Bank

Food Counter Attendant – Subway via BeBee Canada

Cook – A&W via Salary.com

Cook – Extendicare via monster.ca

Location Assistant – Richardson International via AgCareers.com

Pet Sitter – via PetSitter.com

Casual Hospital Security Guard – Paladin Security

Farm Machinery Operator – Hubka Farms via Canada Job Bank

MCG Careers – Comes to Vulcan at the Library to help with Employment Skills and host programs and workshops in High River and Okotoks as well. Book your free appointment at (403) 601-2660

August 2023 Career and Employment Workshops:

Computer Basics: Microsoft Excel

Attend this workshop to learn the

basic functions of Microsoft Excel.

Tuesday, August 1, 2023

9:00am – 12:00pm

In-person location: Literacy for Life High River

Tuesday, August 15, 2023

9:00am – 12:00pm

In-person location: MCG Careers Okotoks Office

Computer Basics: Microsoft Word

Attend this workshop to learn the

basic functions of Microsoft Word.

Tuesday, August 8, 2023

9:00am – 12:00pm

In-person location: MCG Careers Okotoks Office

1-844-601-2660

Local Places to Explore

Carmangay Tipi Rings – A day use recreation area located west of Carmangay on Highway 23 where you can view an archeological tipi ring site.

Glen G. McFarland Memorial Nature Trail in Carmangay – Includes the water tower, the historical train bridge, views of the Little Bow River Valley and markers describing the various animals of the area, ancient history, and industries.
Sundial Medicine Wheel – Archeological Site 27 km east of Carmangay and 1.3 km south on Sundial Hill
Vulcan Tourism and Trek Station – Tourism information, gift shop, star trek memorabilia and other
attractions. 115 Centre Street East 403-485-2994 www.vulcantourism.com

Aspen Crossing – Themed Sightseeing Train Excursions, Dining Car Restaurant, Tavern and Escape Rooms, Campground and Caboose Cabins, Garden Centre and Gift Store, Special events: Polar Express, Train of Terror, Train Days, Southern Alberta Music Festival and more. www.aspencrossing.com 403-534-2129 1 km west of ​Mossleigh, AB on Highway #24

Arrowwood Country Store and Museum Railway Ave. and Centre Street 403-534-3319

Running the Race Ranch Retreat – South of Mossleigh, AB on RR 252 587-224-7379

Trail Rides and Equestrian Activities

Fleetwood Farms offers wagon rides – East of Champion http://www.fleetwoodfarms.com

Blackfoot Crossing – Exhibits, tours, educational programs and tipi village. Be immersed in Blackfoot culture through the gallery, crafts, dance, food, sights. www.blackfootcrossing.ca 403-734-5171 Located on Hwy 842

Crowfoot Ferry – Range Road 201, 5 km south of the junction of Highways 1 and 56
www.alberta.ca/alberta-ferry-schedules.aspx

Majorville Cairn and Medicine Wheel – The medicine wheel sits on top of a grassy hill 25 km east of Milo near the Bow River. The structure consists of a round stone cairn, 9 m in diameter, surrounded by a 27 m wide cobble circle connected to the cairn by 28 stone spokes.

Vulcan and District Historical Society Museum and Archives – 232 Centre Street 403-485-2168

One room school house, telephone switchboard, Vulcan Advocate newspaper room, medical tools from the early years, Grandma’s kitchen, Grandpa’s workshop, musical memories, military accounts – including the former military airport, the insides of a grain elevator and video clips of local seniors sharing memories of early events. ARCHIVES: A vast collection of photos, newspapers, history books, documents, cemetery records, and more! ON THIS SPOT – Download the app to see the old vs. new photos throughout town.

Parks and Campgrounds

Fishing Pond – Vulcan & District Fish & Game Contact [email protected]

Lake McGregor Provincial Park 403-897-3933 3km West of Milo on Hwy 542

Camping, Boating, Fishing, Ice Fishing, Wetlands, Bird Watching, Paddling, Wind Surfing, Playground, Outhouses.

Little Bow Provincial Park 403-897-3933 20km East of Champion on Hwy 529

Camping, Beach, Concession, Boating, Fishing, Paddling, Rental Pedal Boats, Hiking, Day Use, Sewage Disposal

Twin Valley Reservoir Campground 403-336-9999 21km West of Champion of Hwy 529 www.nantonlionsclub.com/p/twin-valley-campground.html

Wyndham – Carseland Provincial Park 403-934-3523 Hwy 24 – 10km Southeast of Carseland

Camping, Group Camping, Cabins, Fishing, Paddling/Tubing, Easy Mountain Biking Trail,

Day Use Areas, Playground and Sewage Disposal

Champion Village Campground 403-897-3833

Full hook-ups, Showers, Camp Kitchen, Fire pits, Playground, Horseshoe Pits and Sewage Disposal.

Vulcan Virginia Mitchell Campground 403-485-2417 330 5th St. N.

Full Hook-ups, Playground, Showers, Ball Diamonds, Soccer Field, Rodeo Grounds, Sewage Disposal, Paved Walking Path

Vulcan Petro-Can Campground 403-485-6905 Full Service, Short & Long Term Stays

Travers Reservoir 403-897-3933 Badger Lake 403-792-3611

Mossleigh Lions Park, Village of Carmangay Lion’s Club Campground, Arrowwood Campground, Milo Campground, Lomond Campground Contact the Villages above for more information.

Aspen Crossing Campground 403-534-2129 www.aspencrossing.com

A Stones Throw Campground near Milo 403-669-9443 https://astonesthrowrv.ca/

July 2023 Vulcan County Family Resources

Events

July 1 – Milo Lions Canada Day Pancake Breakfast and Milo Beach Volleyball Tournament

July 1 – Tractor Pull at the new Vulcan Ag Grounds next to the Waste Transfer Station

July 1 – Canada day Celebration at the Vulcan Pool 12-2 Free Hotdogs, games and Cake.  Free swim 1-5:30 with foam machine from 1-3pm.

July 1 – Vulcan Legion Meat Draw and Rockabilly Cruise

July 1 – Lomond Fireworks 11pm

July 1 – Champion – Coffee and Cars, Parade, and more. Cemetery tour added at 1pm

July 1 – Carmangay Community breakfast 9-10:30

July 4 – Friends of the Carmangay Library are hosting a BBQ Party 1pm, a water fight and a Board Meeting at 7pm

July 4, 6, 10 &13 – Marquis Foundation Open House, Vulcan, Champion, Lomond, Carmangay (See attached poster)

Marquis Foundation open houses

July 7-11 Mobile Mammogram coming to Vulcan (See attached poster)

July 7 – Dive In Movie (See attached poster)

July 8 – Wildfire Event Vulcan (See attached poster)

 

July 15 – Wildfire Event Lomond (See attached poster)

July 15 – Show ‘n Shine, Soap Box Derby, Demolition Derby and Team Showdown (See attached posters)

July 16 – Fly-In Breakfast (See attached poster)

July 28-30 – Vul-Con – Celebrity Guests Emily Coutts and Bruce Horak – Meet and Greet, Cosplay, Q&A, Dinner and Dance, Trekkie Brekkie www.vulcantourism.com

Aug, 4-6 – Carmangay Fair and Sports Day, Summer Spiel (See attached posters)

Aug. 19 – Bike4Vets (See attached poster)

Weekly Activities for Youth and Children

Do your teenagers need somewhere to go to hang out with friends without having to drive far?  Tell them about Teen Night (See attached poster)

Teen Night at the Youth Centre on Wednesdays from 6:30-9pm.  Bring some friends, meet some friends, come for a date, get out of the house and the heat, find something fun to do…

July 5 – Scary Movie Night

July 12 – Trivia Night – Gift Card Prizes

July 19 – Open Mike/Jam Session Night

July 26 – Games Night – Exploding Kittens, Settlers of Catan, Giant Connect 4 and many more!

Aug 2 – Scary Movie Night

Aug 9 – Open Mike/Jam session Night

Aug. 16 – Games Night

Aug. 23 – Table top Tournament Night – Pool, Foosball, Pingpong

Aug. 30 – Trivia Night – Gift Card Prizes

Follow the Get-A-Way Youth Centre on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/getawayyouthcentre.  Call 403-485-6033 for information or email [email protected]

 

Kids Day Out – Lomond and Milo in July, Arrowwood and Mossleigh in August (See attached posters) Vulcan and Region Family and Community Support Services. 403-485-2192

Youth Swimming and Games in the Park Vulcan – Thursdays Age 12-18 (See attached poster) Swimming will be earlier than listed on the poster. July 13-Aug 24

The Boys and Girls Club and Vulcan and Region FCSS will provide games, swimming then lunch. Call FCSS to register 403-485-2192.

Vulcan Park Adventures – Wednesdays June 7-Aug. 30  https://www.townofvulcan.ca/recreation

 

Storywalks – Champion July 1, Arrowwood July 4, Vulcan July 5 (See attached posters)

Play in The Park – Monday’s in Vulcan July 10, 17, 24, August 14 & 21. 9:30-11:30am. Greater Foothills Family 403-652-8633

 

Milo Library Summer Youth Program – Tuesdays beginning July 11 for ages 11-18 from 1:30-3.  For ages 4-12 July 18 10:30-noon.

 

Coming in August… (See attached posters)

-Book Club for Kids – Milo, Arrowwood and Vulcan on Wednesdays beginning Aug. 9 and Lomond on Fridays beginning August 11. Rainbow Literacy and Learning Society 403-485-3107

-Mentorship – Lomond on Tuesdays 12:30-2pm. Rainbow Literacy and Learning Society 403-485-3107

-Little Adventurers – Mondays Milo 10am and Vulcan 1:30pm, Tuesdays Lomond 10am. Begins Aug. 7 and 8th. Rainbow Literacy and Learning Society 403-485-3107

-Big Adventurers – Monday Milo 11am and Vulcan 2:30pm, Tuesdays Lomond 11am. Begins Aug. 7 and 8th. Rainbow Literacy and Learning Society 403-485-3107

-Time for Rhymes Vulcan – 12:30-2pm Begins Aug. 10.  Rainbow Literacy and Learning Society 403-485-3107

 

Every Friday – Free Swim at the Vulcan Pool sponsored by the Vulcan Lions Club 6-8pm.

 

Public Swim – Champion Pool 1:30-6pm Mon-Fri, 1-6pm Saturday and 1-5 Sunday

 

Ball Hockey – Tuesdays July 4-Aug 15 https://www.townofvulcan.ca/recreation

 

Nerf Wars June 29, July 6, 20, Aug. 3, 17 https://www.townofvulcan.ca/recreation

 

Junior golf is alive and well in Vulcan!

The course was designed in the eyes of an 8-year-old with 5-foot flags, 6-inch cups, smaller benches and small ball washers. The course has 3 holes ranging from 75 yards to 95 yards. Synthetic greens and tees await you.

There is no charge to play this course but donations are always accepted at the pro shop. Clubs are also supplied at no charge.

This golf course is open for all ages to play, from 3 years of age to 99 years of age! If you are an adult you can purchase a yearly membership for a $50.00 donation.

For more information, please contact us at the golf shop 403-485-2553.

 

Summer Camps in Vulcan https://www.townofvulcan.ca/recreation (See attached posters) Register online.

July 3-7 Swim and Lifesaving Instructor

July 10-14 Art Camp Healy Art Studio

July 10-14 Multi-sport Camp

July 17-21 Tumbling Tots Camp

July 17-21 Golf Camp

July 24-28 Junior Lifeguard Camp

July 31-Aug 4 Basketball Camp

Aug. 7-11 Volleyball Camp

Aug. 21-25 Creative Camper

Aug. 28-Sept. 1 Swim Camp

July 24-27 – Vacation Bible Camp (See attached poster)

 

Recreation Activities

Every Thursday – Starting June 15 Sunshine n’ Strolls – Enjoy the health benefits of walking, socializing and getting outdoors (people on scooters welcome too) 2pm starting at the Vulcan Pool Park (See attached poster)

Every Thursday – Summer Bootcamp – Milo Lions Park 10am $10 drop in fee

 

Aquatic Fitness Classes – Vulcan Pool (See attached poster)

Aquafit – Champion Pool  Thursdays 7-8pm, Lane Swim 12:30-1:30 Mon-Fri, Sat 12-1

 

Basketball – Wednesdays June 28-Aug 9  https://www.townofvulcan.ca/recreation

 

Beach Volleyball – Thursdays June 1-Aug. 30 https://www.townofvulcan.ca/recreation

 

Pickleball – Mon. Wed. Fri April 25 – Aug. 18 https://www.townofvulcan.ca/recreation

 

Jam Sessions at the Park July 7, 21, Aug. 4, 18 https://www.townofvulcan.ca/recreation

 

Backyard Games – Wednesdays July 5-Aug. 29 https://www.townofvulcan.ca/recreation

 

Join Swim Club – Non-competitive Saturdays July 8 – Aug. 26 https://www.townofvulcan.ca/recreation

 

 

Resources

Lunch for kids in the summer – Are you struggling to afford groceries worried about your kids getting a lunch through the summer? The Vulcan Youth Centre has brown bag lunches available. (See attached poster)

Good article – What type of exercise is best for mental health?

 

Employment

-Are you a newcomer to Canada? Do you want to work in the trades and improve your English? Take the Pathways to the Trades program.

-MCG Careers offers free support for employment: Resumes, Interview Skills, Job Searching.  Comes to the Vulcan Library weekly.  Experience Counts program for older adults and more workshops.

Employment Opportunities

Outreach Worker – Posting coming soon once details are confirmed. www.vulcanandregionfcss.com

Cook I AHS – https://careers.albertahealthservices.ca/jobs/cook-i-387833

Social Media P/T Paid Intern – Flicks Marketing https://ca.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=17093dd4e92d31cc

Public Works Operator – Town of Vulcan

Early Childhood Educators – Vulcan Daycare 4034852945 or [email protected]

Director of Agricultural Services – Vulcan County

Temporary Heavy Duty Mechanic – Vulcan County

https://www.vulcancounty.ab.ca/announcements/career-opportunities/?fbclid=IwAR02QRHdLirMovhc9dxqWvyUETXmcJ9SDbU6Wgg1yqBffpYq7dnn8fqNgaY

 

Found on indeed.ca

Casheir – Petro Can

Customer Service Representative – CIBC

Cook – Extendicare Part Time

Retail Store Supervisor – Generations Car Wash & Quickstop

Customer Support Advisor – Brandt John Deere

Housekeeping Aide – Extendicare

Sales Supervisor – Big Sky Beer and Wine

Dietary Aide –Extendicare

Resident Program Aide – Extendicare

Environmental II – AHS (Cleaning)

Health Care Aide – Extendicare Part time

Car Wash Attendant – Generation Car Wash & Quickstop

Residential Support Worker – Wheat Country Special Needs

Line Cook/Prep Cook – Vulcan Golf Course

Casual Hospital Security Guards – Paladin Security

Location Assistant – Richardson Pioneer

Concrete Batch Plant Operator – RMC Group of Companies

Public Works Operator – Village of Champion

Area Marketing Representative – Richardson Pioneer

Yard Hand Labourer – RMC Group of Companies

Cattle Processing Technician – Ballco Feeders

Cook – A&W via ziprecruiter

Registered Nurse – AHS via linkedIn

Rural General Practitioner – Via Bebee Canada

Now it’s time to get outside, it’s a beautiful day!  Have a great July.

April 2023 Vulcan County Family Resources

Happy April Everyone,

I hope real spring comes and you can get outside more to enjoy the sunshine. Once again there is a lot going on in our County as seasons change. Have a look through and share with family, friends and clients.

EVENTS
Mar. 31 – The Vulcan Girl Guides will be selling cookies today, March 31 from 10:30 to 4:30 (or while supplies last). In the lot beside the Home Hardware. Cookies are $6.00 per box this year, we will have change but would appreciate if you had the exact amount needed!

Mar. 31 – Pancake Supper provided by the Vulcan Lions and Bingo Fundraiser in support of the Grade 5/6 field trip to Edmonton Legislature 5:30pm at the CRC.

Apr. 1 – Carmangay Community Breakfast 9-10:30am Community Centre $5/person or $20/family.

Apr. 13 at 6:30pm a the Carmangay library – Rocky Mountain Book Award voting party.

Apr. 5 – Tim Horton’s Pop-Up Champion from 7:30am – 10:30am.

Apr. 6 – The Man Van is coming to Vulcan

Apr. 8 – Champion Bunny Hop 5k Walk or Run. Sign up with Champion FCSS.

Apr. 8 – Vulcan Community Easter Egg Hunt

Apr. 8 – Milo Easter Egg Hunt

Apr. 8 – Carmangay Easter Egg Hunt

Apr. 11-14 – Easter Camp Vulcan

Apr. 13 – 2pm Movie at the CRC – Hotel Transylvania: Tranformia

Apr. 14 – Teen Dance in Vulcan – For all Vulcan County Teens – Get your tickets at the Vulcan Rec. Office. (See attached poster)

Apr. 18 – 6pm at the Carmangay library – Family tea cup fairy houses workshop – Pre-registration is required, cost is 5$/person.

Apr. 20 – 6:30pm at the Carmangay library – Mental health night with licensed counselor

Apr. 21 – 6pm at the Carmangay community center – Movie night showing strange world

Apr. 22-23 First Aid and CPR (See attached poster)

Apr. 24-27 – Drivers Education Training is coming to Vulcan (See attached poster)

Apr. 26 – Lomond Lunch & Learn – Brain Health in Seniors

Apr. 27 – Arrowwood Lunch & Learn – Protect Yourself from Fraud and Scams (See attached poster)

Apr. 27 – 6pm virtual via zoom – Carmangay cooking class making carbonara

Live Music at the Vulcan Legion and Saturday Meat Draw 3-6pm

-April 1 Rockabilly Cruise

-April 8 Joe Lawlor

-April 15 Brettyn Rose

-April 22 Karen

-April 29 Billy Joseph

May 10 – Lomond School Concert – Everyone is welcome. Concert starts at 7:00 and we are serving soup and a bun for $5.00 prior to the concert.

Jun. 1 – Bike Rodeo in Vulcan (See attached poster)

PROGRAMS FOR YOUTH, PARENTS, FAMILIES AND KIDS

-Youth Centre in Vulcan – April Calendar (See attached poster)

-Family Transitions – Support yourself and your children from the fallout of a family split. For parents who are divorced or separating. Apr. 6-May 11 in High River. (See attached poster)

-Alphabet Soup Apr. 20-May25 (See attached poster)

-Bedtime Stories (See attached poster)

-Preschool Prep Lomond – Monday mornings at the library (See attached poster)

-Stay and Play – Mondays in Vulcan (See attached poster)

-Mom and Tots Wednesdays in Vulcan (See attached poster)

-Fear-Less Workshop for Parents (See attached poster) Strategies for responding to your child’s anxieties.

-Arrowwood Library is having a coloring contest – Pick up your sheet at the library and return it by Apr. 6

-Apr. 5 – Holiday Craft-Along (See attached poster)

-April Family programs – Rainbow Literacy and Learning Society (See attached poster)

-April Family Program – GFFC Greater Foothills Family Centre (See attached posters pg. 1 and pg. 2)

SPORTS and RECREATION
-Vulcan Minor Ball and Soccer (See attached poster)

-Mossleigh Ball Information (See attached poster)

-Pre-registration and Coach Training Tuesday, April 11th from 7pm to 9pm at the Mossleigh Hall.

-Baseball Coach and Parent Training Mossleigh – Register right away. (See attached poster)

-Milo Ball Information (See attached poster)

-Tinman Triathlon Information (See attached poster)

April is Volunteer Appreciation Week

Hurry now to nominate an amazing youth volunteer for a Leader of Tomorrow Award. Presentations will be made at the Volunteer Appreciation BBQ on Apr. 18. Deadline to apply is April 4. (See attached LoT registration form). Forms are also available at https://vulcanandregionfcss.com/useful-documents/

List of Volunteer Groups in Vulcan (See attached poster) This is a great list to explore where you might be interested in volunteering but also to see and appreciate how much work gets done in our community by amazing volunteers! If we missed someone on the list, please send us a message at FCSS and we will add it.
List of Volunteer groups in Vulcan County

RESOURCES
50 Ways to Connect with Kids and the 40 Developmental Assets (See attached poster)
50 ways to connect with Kids and the 40 Developmental Assests

AMH Caregiver Education Sessions (See attached poster)

Understanding Anxiety: Settling our Minds, Overcoming Avoidance

Supporting Success in Learning

Substance Use – A Harm Reduction Approach

For adults supporting their own wellness or the wellness of a youth (grades 7-12) or loved one.

AMH Caregiver Education Sessions - Apr 2023

Lethbridge College (See attached poster) They will be in Vulcan!
Lethbridge College Regional Stewardship Events 2023 - Vulcan

Discover learner pathways for adult learners to start or transition to a new career.

• Learn about all our programs

• Explore online and highly flexible opportunities that allow you to learn where you live

FREE Puppy Poop Cleanup. Got a boulevard or front yard that got dog-bombed over the winter and not cleaned up by the owners? Text Go-to-Jo at 403-485-1788 for a free clean-up as a goodwill service to the community.

The Community Garden will once again be running this year thanks to dedicated volunteers. Look for registration forms on our website after Easter or come into the FCSS office. https://vulcanandregionfcss.com/useful-documents/ Hopefully the snow goes away soon so you can get your fingers in the dirt.

Employment Opportunities

Waitress – Mama’s Pizza Must be 18+

Servers and Retail Associates – Aspen Crossing Mossleigh

Summer students – Volker Stevin Must have drivers licence. 40 hrs/week. [email protected]

Kitchen Staff – Mossleigh Bar and Grill

Seasonal Employment Opportunity – Village of Lomond. Must be 16. Email [email protected]

Hiring at Clever Scoops in Champion

Found on LinkedIn.com

Wind Turbine Technician – Vestas – Carmangay

Area Marketing Representative – Richardson International – Pioneer

Health Care Aide – Extendicare

Agriculture Heavy Equipment Technician – Brandt John Deere

Cashier, Kitchen Crew – A&W – K-Corp Restaurants Vulcan

Equipment Opportunities – Parrish & Heimbecker Mossleigh

Found on Indeed.ca

Hotel Administrator Vulcan Country Inn

Food and Beverage Server – Vulcan Golf and Country Club

Social Media Assistant – FLICKSS Marketing

Health Care Aide – Alberta Health Services

Insurance Advisor – Western Financial Group

Environmental II – Alberta Health Services

Beer Cart Staff – Vulcan Golf and Country Club

Plant Labourer – Noble Concrete RMC Group of Companies

Outside maintenance Staff – Vulcan Golf and Country Club

Food Services manager – A&W Restaurant

Health Care Aide – Extendicare Vulcan

Area Marketing Representative – Richardson Pioneer

Line Cook/Prep Cook – Vulcan Golf and Country Club

Food Service Supervisor – Vulcan Country Inn

Territory Manger – Brandt John Deere

Mixer Truck Driver – Noble Concrete RMC Group of Companies (Vulcan and Southern Alberta)

Shaw Satellite & Xplore Internet Technician – Integrated Solutions

Agriculture Heavy Equipment Technician – Brandt John Deere

Palliser School Division pallisersd.ab.ca

Substitute Teachers Vulcan Area

Casual Educational Assistants – Multiple Schools

Administrative Assistant – Arrowwood School

Making Connections Worker – Multiple Schools

Found by typing “Jobs Near Me” on Google. Watch for scams, they are not all real jobs.

Nanny and Child Care Provider Listings near Vulcan via Canadian Nanny

Sales Supervisor – Big Sky Beer Wine & Spirits via Canada Job Bank

House Sitter near Twin Valley via House Sitters Canada

Food Service Manager and Cook – A&W Restaurant via Job Bank

Unit Clerk – AHS Casual via Getwork

Rural General Practitioner – AHS Vulcan via Global Careers

Food Counter Attendant – Subway via Job Bank

Pet Sitter in Vulcan via PetSitter.com

House Cleaner – at Little Bow Resort via Housekeeper.com

Client Service Representative – ATB Financial via ZipRecruiter

Registered Nurse and Licensed Practical Nurse – Extendicare via BeBee Canada

Nanny/Babysitter – Near Champion via care.com

Lot Coordinator – Vulcan Autoplex Marine & RV via Tabajo.org

Other sites to check out jobpostings.alberta.ca, Staffy, Glassdoor, Workopolis, Kijiji, Facebook, Workday, Canada Job Bank

February 2023 Vulcan County Family Resources

Happy February,

I hope you feel the love of your community by seeing how much there is being offered below. Please share with your friends, family and clients. And have a great month.

If you don’t want to join one of the many sports listed below to meet people in the community, consider the Legion, there is always something going on there. I have attached their February calendar. Pool, darts, Chase the Ace, Meat Draw and often musical guests. They are also hosting a SuperBowl Party (See attached poster).

The Caregiver Support Group is still open to anyone. If you are caring for a loved one, it can add a lot of extra stress. Come get support from others going through similar experiences and learn about strategies to cope. (See attached poster)

Support for Raising a Teen/Tween has three weeks left and has still has room for more. If you are feeling overwhelmed and not sure how to handle your changing teen, come learn about what is going on and how you can adapt some new strategies. (See attached poster)

Milo February Community Calendar (See attached poster)

The Get-A-Way Youth Centre is open for students during lunch from Tuesday-Thursday for students to visit and bring their own lunch. Enjoy pool, ping-pong, foosball, videogames, air hockey, crafts and more. Fridays there is a free lunch available at 12:30. Age 10-18. Regular drop-in is Tuesday 3:30-6, Wednesday 3:30-6 and Friday 12:30-6. Thursday Teen Night for Gr7-12 from 6:30-9pm. If your kids need somewhere to meet with friends or hang out after school, it is a safe and fun place to be. Parents are welcome to come in and tour the place with their kids to make them more comfortable to come alone. (See attached calendar) 105A 3rd Ave. S.

Coming Events

Feb. 2 & 9 – Get Cooking at the Youth Centre 3:30 for youth age 8-13. Registration required. (See attached poster)

Feb 4– Art Classes – Quilted Runner – Charlean in the Art Centre, 216 Centre St. Stop in to register or contact the Nine-in-a-Line Creative Arts Society. www.vulcanarts.net $10 each or $5 for members

Feb. 4 – Bison’s Day comes to Vulcan. All local AA Hockey teams play in Vulcan with a fundraiser for the High River Community Cancer Centre.

Feb 6 – Art Classes-Play with Clay–Teresa in the Art Centre. Stop in to register or contact the Nine-in-a-Line Creative Arts Society www.vulcanarts.net $10 each/$5 members

Feb. 7 – Lunch and Learn at the Milo Snake Valley Drop-in Centre – Brain Health in Seniors. Free. 10am-12pm. (See attached poster)

Feb 7 – Carmangay Library Board Meeting 7pm – We are looking for new board members! The ONLY qualification to be on the board is commitment to the library.

Feb. 8 – Holiday Craft-A-Long for Valentines Day (See attached poster)

Feb 9 – 6:30pm Location TBD – DBT Skills (Mental Health Night) – Join licensed counselor Bruce Jensen, as he takes us through an introduction to Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. This includes mindfulness, self-regulation, interpersonal skills and more! He will go though activities and strategies to move you closer to self-acceptance & emotional regulation.

Feb. 13 – First Aid Recertification (See attached poster)

Feb. 14 – Lunch and Learn at the Lomond Sunshine Drop-In Centre. Learn about Seniors Benefits. Free 10am-12pm (See attached poster)

Feb 14 – 2pm at the Carmangay Library – Intro to Computers – A beginner friendly approach to commonly used computer programs, email, and online searching. Cassidy will be available to answer all your computer related questions! Bring your own device or one will be available at the library.

Feb. 16 – Family Fun Night at the Youth Centre. Parents – bring your kids to enjoy some games together. Challenge them to a game of pool, ping-pong, foos ball or a board game. (See attached poster) 6-9pm.

Feb 16 – 6:30 PM at the Carmangay Library – Game Night – We are putting our board games to good use! We will be playing Catan but all of our games will be available.

Feb. 17 – Learn more about income tax. WCIS. Online – 6pm. Do I need to file income tax? How do I file? What are my deductions and credits? (See attached poster)
WCIS About Income Tax Poster Jan 2023

Feb. 18 – Arrowwood Ag Society Cure For Cabin Fever! Welcoming back an old friend, Ben Crane. He will entertain us with music, stories, and laughs that everyone can relate to! Doors open at 5 pm, $5/Drink cash bar. Delicious eats by Kim’s Catering at 6pm. Ben Crane’s JingleBob Music will kick off 7-930pm. Silent Auction, $1000 Door Prize, 50/50.

Feb. 18 – Pink the Rink – U18 Hockey Game and fundraiser for the High River Community Cancer Centre.

Feb. 20 – Milo Family Day 1-3pm Family Skating Party Milo Arena

Feb 21 – 6pm Online via Zoom – Carmangay Virtual Cooking Class – We are working with Meals in Minutes VC and the Village’s Bistro again to bring you cooking nights. This month we will be making TACOS! Pre-registration is required and cost is $5/portion.

Feb. 21 -24 – Winter Day Camp in February (See attached poster)

Feb. 24 – Carmangay Community Center Court Whist Card Night 7pm $10/person. Contact Jan Fraser to register 403-643-3950. Refreshments, Munchies, Prizes

Feb 24 and Mar. 31 – Mossleigh Cribbage Night at the Hall 6:30pm Club room

Feb. 24 – Red Hot Hayseeds in Concert (See attached poster)

Feb. 25 – Mossliegh Casino Night (See attached poster)

Feb. 25 – Comedy and Magic – Champion (See attached poster)

March 4-5 – First Aid (See attached poster)

Mar. 5 – Good Luck Dinner and Auction – Champion Kindergarten Association (See attached poster)

Mar. 7 – Lunch and Learn in Lomond – Brain Health in Seniors 10am-12pm. Register with FCSS. 403-485-2192

Adult Literacy Programs (See attached poster)

Family Programs
Family Literacy Programs for February (See attached poster)

Family Programs – Greater Foothills Family Centre February Schedule (See attached poster) Register online with Greater Foothills Family Centre https://www.greaterfoothillsfamilycentre.ca/registration-3
Family Programs February - GFFC

Literacy Through Art – Fridays (See attached poster)

Kids Club – Game On –Mondays in February – Online (See attached poster)

Mentorship – Champion School Thursdays (See attached poster)

Building Blocks In-Home Family Literacy Program – Free in-home support. Contact Rainbow Literacy and Learning Society 403-485-3107.

Triple P Parenting – Parenting Workshops and One-on-one support for parents. Contact Greater Foothills Family Centre 1-877-652-8633

Community Education Services – online parenting workshops https://community.hmhc.ca/

Mondays

Playgroup – Arrowwood Hall 10 am (See attached poster)

Coffee Time: Lomond 9am at the Drop-In

Daily Discoveries – Lomond Library. There is so much fun to be had in Winter! Join us as we explore everything through crafts, stories, activities and more! This class is suited for 2 –6 year olds. Call Greater Foothills Family Centre to register 1-877-652-8633. Register online https://www.greaterfoothillsfamilycentre.ca/registration-3 (See attached poster)

Stay and Play – Vulcan Lodge Hall 1:30-3pm Greater Foothills Family Centre – Drop-in for parents of little ones. Get out of the house and come play and visit!

Community Skate 6:00– 7:00 pm Vulcan Arena. Free

Tuesdays

Coffee is on at the Carmangay Community Centre 2-4pm Cost $1.

Time for Rhymes—Champion Legion 10:30 am

Community Walking 12:00 – 1:00 pm CRC

Connection Café – Vulcan Seniors Centre 1:30-3pm. FREE

Get-A-Way Youth Centre – 3:30-6pm

Youth Shinny 3:30-4:45 pm Vulcan Arena

Community Badminton 6:00pm. VPE

Community Volleyball 7:30pm. VPE

Yoga—Carmangay 7-8 pm Community Centre

Wednesdays

Time for Rhymes – Milo Library 10:30 am

Adult & Tot Skate : Vulcan Arena 12:00– 1:00pm

Seniors Social – 2pm Lomond at the Drop-In. Games, cards, coffee, etc.

Get-A-Way Youth Centre – 3:30-6pm

Pickleball – 6-8 pm at Vulcan Prairieview Elementary School

Community Basketball – 8-9:30 pm VPE Register with Town of Vulcan Rec .

Adult Shinny 8:45-10 pm Vulcan Arena

Coffee at the Carmangay Seniors Centre – 10am-12pm

Thursdays

Coffee is on at the Carmangay Community Centre 2-4pm Cost $1.

Man Cave – 1-3pm for men of all ages to hang out, visit, play pool, ping pong, foosball, cards, puzzles or games. 105A 3rd Ave. S. Vulcan.

Community Walking 12:00 – 1:00 pm CRC

Chess at the Vulcan Library- 2:10-5:00pm

Roving Gym – Milo School 8:30am

Beginner Pottery Wheel at Clay n’Kiln – 1pm

Community Skate 3:30 – 4:30 pm Vulcan Arena

Crafters Afternoon – Milo Seniors Centre 1-4pm.

Get-A-Way Youth Centre—Teen Night 13+ – Open 6:30 – 9pm. 403-485-6033

Fridays

Community Walking 1:00– 2:00 pm CRC

Mom & Tots – Champion School 10-11:30am

Time for Rhymes – 10:30am Vulcan. Register with Rainbow Literacy 403-485-3107

Fun Fridays – Carmangay Library 10am-12pm. Games, activities, snacks, crafts and fun!

Get-A-Way Youth Centre – Open 12:30-6pm

Pickleball – 2-4 pm at Vulcan Prairieview Elementary School

Youth Rec. Hockey 1:00-2:15 pm. Vulcan Arena.

Chase the Ace at the Vulcan Legion

Saturdays

Community Skate: 12:10 – 1:15 pm OR 1:30 – 2:30pm Vulcan Arena

Vulcan Legion Meat Draw – 3-6pm.

Vulcan Legion – Drop-in Pool at the Hall 3pm. $5/person. No membership required.

Coffee at the Carmangay Seniors Centre – 10am-12pm

Pancake Breakfast – 1st Saturday of the month at the Community Centre @ 9am. $5/ person, $20/family

Monday – Saturday

Vulcan Senior Centre Drop-In 10am-12pm

Recreation

VULCAN CURLING CLUB BONSPIELS 2023

STURLING 2 PERSON TEAMS, 3GAMES, MAXIMUM 16 TEAMS, Sat March 4th..$60.00 per team, DEADLINE FEB 28, CONTACT PERCY WILSON 1 403 650 0193

LAST CHANCE BONSPIEL MARCH 23,24,25,26, $240.00 PER TEAM OPEN SPIEL LADIES, MENS MIXED TEAMS…KARAOKE SAT NIGHT, THEME: COUNTRIES OF THE WORLD, DEADLINE MARCH 21ST CONTACTS JOHN 403 485 2214, TROY 403 485 8699

Milo Stick Curling Bonspiel – All abilities welcome Feb. 25 & 26 (See attached poster)

Vulcan Minor Baseball registration has opened. (See attached poster)

Employment Opportunities

Vulcan Daycare Society is looking for people who would be willing to open a licenced dayhome with the help and support of the daycare. They will provide training. The daycare is currently experiencing very long waitlists and is looking for other solutions to help with childcare. Contact Dani at the Vulcan Daycare at 4034852945 or [email protected]

SeaCue Spraying is hiring fulltime summer job spraying. Must be 18 with a drivers licence. $20/hr. Contact Shane at 403-599-2263 or Leah at 403-4855712 or email [email protected]

Are you passionate about social media and marketing and would love the opportunity to work hands-on with our marketing team? FLICKS is hiring in the Vulcan County area! If you’re just starting your career and want to learn about digital marketing while working with clients throughout Alberta, then this role is for you! *This is a paid part-time position. If interested, send us your resume and a cover letter to [email protected].

NAS Mechanical Services Ltd is looking to expand our team, we are looking for a heavy duty mechanic and are accepting resumes from 2nd year and up. We are a small family run business located in champion Alberta. We operate out of a 4 year old 8000 sq.ft. facility. We offer competitive wages as well as a comprehensive benefit package once probationary period is complete. Looking for someone who is a team player and can also work independently. Service truck experience is an asset as well as CVIP licence.

Must have own tools and valid class 5 drivers licence and reliable transportation to work. Resumes can be emailed to [email protected] or dropped off at the shop in person. Only selected candidates will be contacted.

Work Opportunity for serious inquiries only :: Painting Employment with Accommodations and Training available for a motivated individual in Calgary AB, this position is a LIVE IN work placement program, If you’re looking for a trade career outside of your Local Area and you just feel like you’re stuck in neutral with little or no opportunities, my company is looking for 1 energetic person who would want to get into the painting trade and business to where you can eventually go on your own, You’ll be provided with a place to live, job training especially for beginners or brushing up on your skills you may have, as well as some financial assistance from the Alberta Government to help get you on your feet if needed if you’re financially strapped ) If you feel this is something for you and would like more details about this Opportunity and Wages, FOR BETTER RESULTS CALL Rolf of LWP at 587-999-6639… And we can start the interviewing process through “FaceTime” Email, FB, as you will probably have questions.. “Please be free of hard drugs or daily alcohol intake!!, as that won’t be accepted. I will not respond to outta country emails or calls, ( Local West Painting ) look us up on FB, BBB or the Web.. and we’re getting busy too,

Custodian – 30 hours/week, full benefits. Starting June 2023 Deadline to apply Feb. 13 Vulcan County

Assistant Branch Manager The Lomond Credit Union https://recruiting.ultipro.ca/FIR5000/JobBoard/e90b0fac-de2c-3e69-7b8f-e78a83d7a4a0/?q=&o=postedDateDesc

Are you interested in becoming a paid on-call firefighter for Vulcan County? Our firefighters respond to a variety of emergencies and help keep our communities safe. As a firefighter, you’ll receive professional-level National Fire Protection Association Training and qualify for health and dental benefits at no personal cost (upon completion of a 6-month probation period). You will gain valuable hands-on experience through training scenarios and emergency calls.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage everyone to apply! To apply please contact us via email: [email protected] or call 403-485-3115

Rainbow Literacy and Learning Society is hiring call or email to learn more 403-485-3107 [email protected]

Lifeguards, Water Attendants, Front Counter Staff – Town of Vulcan. If you are missing a course give us a call and let us help you complete your courses. [email protected] 403-485-6659. Applications available at townofvulcan.ca or come into the Town Office.

Parrish & Heimbecker, Mossleigh, is looking for experienced staff to help out during our spring season again. Positions available for four Class 1 drivers. We are also looking for floater and skid steer operators. If you are interested, give me a call at 587 227 6382 or send in your resume to [email protected]

Full or Part Time Labourer wanted immediately on family farm near Milo. [email protected] or call Mark at 403-485-1215.

Agronomist Summer Student position Contact Andre Lacoursiere 403-485-1748 at [email protected]

Check out indeed.com, Workopolis, Canada Job Board, ALIS, kijiji, Facebook, local employers like AHS, Palliser or Horizon School Division, G3, Aspen Crossing, Vulcan County, Town of Vulcan or even google “Jobs near me” Beware of scams here too. There are phony ads out there.

MCG Careers High River. All types of free career and employment help is available by phone, online or in -person on Wenesdays at the Vulcan Library 1-844-601-2660

Experience Counts! – An employment program for adults 45+. Learn skills to help you find a new career path. Available online or in person in High River. 1-844-601-2660

Resources

Affordability payments of $600 over 6 months are coming soon to help millions of Albertans struggling with the rising cost of living as part of the Affordability Action Plan.

Seniors and families with children under 18 and under $180,000 household income can apply for their payments online by signing up for a verified Alberta.ca Account. If you cannot do this online, you can visit a Registry Agency and they help you do the application in a few minutes.

Head to the Alberta website listed below for more information and to find out if you are eligible. If you are on AISH, PDD or Seniors Benefits on auto deposit you should have automatically received $100 for the first month. Check your bank statements to see if you received it.

https://www.alberta.ca/affordability-payments.aspx

Beware of scams. Every time there is a new program announced, scammers will try to share their links. Look up the Government of Alberta and find the link yourself before you share any information.

Canada is offering a One time $500 Canada Housing Benefit to low income renters. Apply through a CRA My Account. Applications close on March 31, 2023. canada.ca/one-time-housing-benefit

It was Let’s Talk Day on Jan. 25 . The idea of Let’s Talk recognizes that one of the things that keeps us mentally healthy is talking, having someone listening, caring and connecting. But we are not always prepared to engage. We need tools and words to use to support someone who is going through something hard. These are some examples:

Discuss resources and next steps. Support the person in coming up with a plan. They may have been through something like this before and have an idea of what helps them, or this might be the first time they have felt this way. In any case, they may need support locating resources and identifying coping strategies. “Have you ever felt this way before? What was helpful in the past?” “Have you talked to anyone else about this? “Have you reached out to your family doctor?” “Let’s talk about what will help you cope right now.” “Would it be helpful if I came with you to your next appointment?” “I can help you look up mental health supports that might work for you.” If they don’t believe there’s a problem, don’t argue with them about it and don’t suggest possible solutions. You can keep checking in to see how they’re doing or try getting together more often, if that’s what they want.

You can find a whole guide with more ideas here:

https://acrobat.adobe.com/link/track?uri=urn%3Aaaid%3Ascds%3AUS%3A94ac8835-84f8-3f52-8697-07af1c6fd1a0&viewer%21megaVerb=group-discover

Wellness Together Canada – 24/7 Phone Counselling – 1-866-585-0445

Immediate Crisis Mental Health Support: Text WELLNESS to 741741

Distress Line of SW Alberta (24/7 phone support)-403 327-7905 or toll free 1-888-787-2880
Crisis Intervention Team (Canadian Mental Health Association) (403) 381-1116.
Chinook Sexual Assault Centre in Lethbridge – 403-694-1094

Support Groups

Mondays – SMART Recovery– 7-8:30pm Addiction Support Meeting. Call Beth at 403-485-1054 for information

-Every Tuesday and Thursday – AA – Alcoholics Anonymous – Meetings are at 8pm. Contact Gary at 403-485-5818

-Al-Anon Family Group – meetings as needed. Contact Betty at 403-652-8285

-Thursday’s – Men’s Healthy Relationship Group – 6-8pm Registration details at rowanhouse.ca/safe-at-home

-MUMS – Peer-to-Peer Maternal Support for pre- and post-partum. Weekly confidential phone calls. Call Families Matter at 403-205-5194.

2023 Vulcan County Family Resources

Happy New Year!

I hope you had a chance to relax and see loved ones over the holidays. Please share, email or print all the posters, events and resources with friends, family and clients. Have a great 2023!

 Youth Center holidays hours will be:

Jan 3 – Open 1–6

CLOSED – Jan 4th (for a Babysitter Course)

Jan. 5 – Open 1–6

Jan. 6 – Open 12:30-6 Free lunch

Events and Resources

Man Cave – Open to any men. Thursdays at 1pm.

Caregiver Support – Tuesdays at 3:00pm (See attached poster)

Support for Raising a Teen/Tween – Tuesdays at 6:00pm (See attached poster)
 

Jan. 5 – Movie Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness – Vulcan CRC (See attached poster)

Jan. 3-6 and Feb and April – Camps for kids (See attached poster)

Stars Volleyball starts in January (See attached poster)

Jan. 27 – Concert – Misery Mountain Boys (See attached poster)

Feb. 13 – First Aid Recertification(See attached poster)

 

Child and Youth Development – Free Webinars (See attached poster)
Child and Youth Development Free webinars

What is depression in Children and Teens (See attached poster)
What is depression in children and teens

Free Healthy Relationship Group for Women – January/February (See attached poster)

Free Hearing Screening clinic for young children (See attached poster)

Childhood Immunizations (See attached poster)
Childhood Immunization

Nutrition Self Referral (See attached poster)
Nutrition Self-Referral

Free mental health resource https://www.owlpod.ca/

 Weekly activities in our communities

Mondays

Daily Discoveries – Milo Mondays at 10:30 – There is so much fun to be had in Winter! Join us as we explore everything winter through crafts, stories, activities and more! This class is suited for 2-6 year olds and will take place at the Milo Library. Call Greater Foothills Family Centre to register 1-877-652-8633

Stay and Play – Vulcan Lodge Hall 1:30-3pm Greater Foothills Family Centre 1-877-652-8633 (See attached poster)

Community Walking 10:00 – 11:00 am. CRC Cost Free

Community Skate 6:00– 7:00 pm Vulcan Arena Cost Free

Tuesdays  

Coffee is on at the Carmangay Community Centre 2-4pm Cost $1.

Time for Rhymes – Champion Legion 10:30am

Get-A-Way Youth Centre – 3:30-6pm for 10-18 year old’s at 105A 3rd Ave. S.

Vulcan. 403-485-6033. Ping-pong, pool tables, foosball, air hockey, video games, crafts and music! 

Youth Shinny 3:30-4:45 pm Vulcan Arena

Community Badminton 5:00 – 10pm. VPE 

Community Volleyball 6:30 – 8:00 pm. VPE

Yoga – Carmangay 7-8pm (No class Jan. 17)

Wednesdays 

Community Walking 10:00 – 11:00 am CRC

Time for Rhymes – Milo Library 10:30am

Adult & Tot Skate : Vulcan Arena 12:00– 1:00pm

Seniors Social – 2pm Lomond at the Drop-In. Games, cards, coffee, etc. 

Get-A-Way Youth Centre – 3:30-6pm for 10-18 year old’s at 105A 3rd Ave. S. Vulcan 403-485-6033.  

Pickleball – 6-8 at Vulcan Prairieview Elementary School

Youth Night – 5-6pm. Sports and fun gym activities for age 7-15. Resumes Jan. 11

Community Basketball – 8-9:30 pm VPE Register with Town of Vulcan Recreation

Adult Shinny 8:45-10 pm Vulcan Arena

Coffee at the Carmangay Seniors Centre – 10am-12pm

Thursdays 

Coffee is on at the Carmangay Community Centre 2-4pm Cost $1.

Man Cave – 1-3pm for men of all ages to hang out, visit, play pool, ping pong, foosball, cards, puzzles or games. 105A 3rd Ave. S. Vulcan.

Chess at the Vulcan Library- 2:10-5:00pm

Roving Gym – Milo School 8:30am

Community Skate 3:30 – 4:30 pm Vulcan Arena

Crafters Afternoon – Milo Seniors Centre 1-4pm.

Get-A-Way Youth Centre—Teen Night 13+ – Open 6:30 – 9pm. 403-485-6033

Bingo– Lomond Seniors Centre 7pm

Fridays 

Community Walking 1:00– 2:00 pm CRC

Mom & Tots – Champion Legion 10-11:30am

Fun Fridays – Carmangay Library 10am-12pm. Games, activities, snacks, crafts and fun! 

Get-A-Way Youth Centre – Open 12:30-6pm at 105A 3rd Ave.S. Vulcan 403-485-6033. Ping-pong, pool tables, foosball, air hockey, video games, crafts and music! 

Pickleball – 2-4 at Vulcan Prairieview Elementary School

Youth Rec. Hockey 1:00-2:15 pm. Vulcan Arena

Time for Rhymes – 10:30 Vulcan – Call Rainbow Literacy to register. 403-485-3107

Saturdays 

Community Skate: 12:10 – 1:15 pm OR 1:30 – 2:30pm Vulcan Arena

Vulcan Legion Meat Draw – 3-6pm. 

Vulcan Legion – Drop-in Pool at the Hall 3pm. $5/person. No membership required.  

Coffee at the Carmangay Seniors Centre – 10am-12pm

Monday – Saturday 

Vulcan Senior Centre Drop-In 10am-12pm

Adult Literacy – Register with Rainbow Literacy (Call for dates and registration)

Conversation Café

English Language Learning (ELL)

Computer Basics –

Financial Skills for Success

Life Skills for Success

Tech Talk

Online Safety

Family Literacy

Call Rainbow Literacy and Learning Society for programs for details. 403-485-3107 or [email protected]

Time for Rhymes – Vulcan Fridays at 10:30am, Milo Wednesdays at 10:30am, Champion Tuesdays at 10:30am
 

Parenting Support (See attached poster – Family Programs for January)
Family Programs for January

My Tween and Me – For Parents – Mondays January 16,23,30 & February 6,13 & 27- 6-8pm *Registration is required . My Tween & Me For Parents My Tween and Me is a facilitated group program that provides parents and tweens the knowledge, tools and support they need during the transition to adolescence. The program strengthens parent-child communication and supports parents in developing a positive relationship with their tween. Call Greater Foothills Family Centre to register 1-877-652-8633

Family Links

This is an opportunity to connect in person with one of our team in your community to chat about all things parenting, and how your child is learning and growing. Learn about community resources and provide support for you and your family. Drop by one of our Stay & Play programs to chat with a facilitator. Mondays- Vulcan- 1:30-3:30pm @ Vulcan Lodge Hall

The Power of Positive Parenting-via Zoom – Thurs. Jan. 12th, 21 & 28- 6:30pm

The Power of Positive Parenting is designed for every parent who ever wondered: “Why does my child do that?” This seminar helps you understand the reasons kids do what they do, so you can guide their behaviour – and see more of the behaviour you like, and less of the behaviour you don’t like.

Recreation Activities

Community Basketball – Wednesdays Vulcan VPE 8-9:30pm 14+ Register at townofvulcan.ca/recreation

Volleyball – Tuesdays 7:30-9:00pm – Vulcan VPE. Register at townofvulcan.ca/recreation

Community Pickleball – Wednesdays 6-8pm and Friday 2-4pm Vulcan VPE. Register at townofvulcan.ca/recreation

Youth Night – Wednesdays 5-6pm at VPE for 7-15 years olds. Register at townofvulcan.ca/recreation

Adult Shinny – Wednesdays Vulcan Arena 8:45-10pm. Register at townofvulcan.ca/recreation

Youth Shinny – Tuesdays 3:30-4:45 Vulcan Arena. Register at townofvulcan.ca/recreation

Badminton – Tuesdays 6-7:30pm at Vulcan VPE. Register at townofvulcan.ca/recreation

Community Walking – Monday and Wednesday 10-11am and Friday 1-2pm. Register at townofvulcan.ca/recreation

Family Basketball – Sundays 3pm Vulcan CRC. Register at townofvulcan.ca/recreation

Adult and Tot Skate – Wednesdays 12-1pm Vulcan Arena. Register at townofvulcan.ca/recreation

Yoga – Carmangay Tuesdays 7-8pm (No class Jan. 17)

Yoga – Vulcan Yoga and Wellness, Tuesday and Wednesday Classes https://www.vulcanyogaandwellness.com/

Curling – Vulcan, Carmangay, Milo

Carmangay Curling Club is excited to host our bonspiels again in 2023!

Farmer’s Open Jan 6, 7 & 8

Juniors Feb 3&4

Ladies Feb 10,11 &12 Theme “T party”

Men’s Feb 17,18 &19

Mixed March 10, 11& 12 Theme “Pimps & Hoes”

Contact Jay 403 643-2076 or Laurie 403 643-2270 to enter

Employment Opportunities

Found on Facebook

I am the principal of Palliser’s Hutterite Colony Schools. I am looking to connect with anyone who might be interested in working as an Educational Assistant at New Dale Colony School (About 20 km north of Milo). The position involves approximately 10 hrs per week – Thursdays and Fridays. There might be some flexibility in this schedule. If you are interested or need more information, please let me know (I can also be reached at [email protected])

Found on indeed.ca

Insurance Advisor – Western Financial Group

Health Care Aide – Staff in Vulcan

Sales Supervisor – Big Sky Beer and Wine

Location Assistant – Richardson International

Environmental ii (Cleaning) – AHS Vulcan

Head Cook – Extendicare Vulcan

Cashier – Vulcan Petra

Commercial Tire Technician – Fountain Tire (Will train)

Satellite and Internet Technician – Integrated Solutions Vulcan

Pastor – Vulcan Church of Christ

Found on Workopolis.com

Health Care Aides – Extendicare Vulcan

Dietary Aide – Extendicare Vulcan

Dietary Supervisor – Extendicare Vulcan

Overnight Healthcare Security Guard – Paladin Security

Territory Manager – Brandt John Deere

Parts Person – Brandt John Deere

Service Technician – – Brandt John Deere

IT Consultant – Elections Alberta Vulcan

Feed Truck Driver – Ballco Feeders Brant
 

Nanny in Vulcan CanadianNanny.ca

Food Counter Attendant – Subway via jobbank.gc.ca

Registered Nurse – AHS via Trabajo.org

Licenced Practical Nurse – AHS via Trabajo.org

Farm Labourer – EP Farms via Canada LMIA

Cashier and Kitchen Crew – K-Corp (A&W) Vulcan via LinkedIn

Laboratory X-Ray combined Technician Alberta Precision Labs Vulcan via Glassdoor

Registered Nurse – Extendicare via Jobillico

Licenced Practical Nurse – Extendicare via Learn4Good.com

Laboratory Technologist – Vulcan Hospital via trabajo.org

Registered ACP, Paramedic – AHS Vulcan via Learn4Good.com

Detachment Guard – Vulcan RCMP apply to Commissionaires

Residential Support Staff – Wheat Country Special Needs Society

Farm Worker – Aspen Crossing via jobbank.gc.ca

Vestas – Wind Turbine Technician via LinkedIn.com

Equipment Operator – Parrish and Heimbecker Mossleigh via LinkedIn