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

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.

June 2023 Vulcan County Family Resources

Happy June Everyone,

It is always a busy month in Vulcan County in June.  It is a great time to get out and enjoy all that is offered in our community, or better yet volunteer some of your time to help make it great.  Please share the events and resources with friends, family and clients.  Forward, share, print, etc.

 

All of June – Community Challenge (See attached poster) Even if you did not enter the wellness challenge, you can join the Participaction App and earn point for Vulcan every time you are active. Help win the Most Active Community for Vulcan!

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

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

Every Friday – Calming Corner for kids -June 2 -23 Space still available 2pm. (See attached poster)

Aquatic Fitness Classes – Monday/Wednesday/Thursday for May for June (See attached poster)

Champion Pool Schedule for June (See attached poster)

Milo Calendar (See attached poster)

Greater Foothills Family Programs for June (See attached posters)

Help me Grow Ages and Stages Event in High River (See attached poster)

Mondays June 5 & 12 – Little Explorers in Lomond (See attached poster)

Vulcan recreation Activities for June (See attached poster)

 

Youth Centre Hours for Exam Week – Is your child Junior High or High School child in town waiting for an exam but only has to go to school for half the day?  They can go to the Youth Centre to hang out.

June 19–22 open 10am-6pm

June 23 open 11-6

 

June 2-3 – Champion Community Garage Sale (See attached poster)

June 3 – Carmangay Community Yard Sale, Pop Up Market and Pancake Breakfast

June 3 – Get your dancing shoes ready because Bucking Horse Moon is going to be tearing the house down with live music Saturday night during the Vulcan Golf and Country Club 100 Year Celebration! Doors open to the public at 7pm so anyone and everyone is invited to come help us celebrate our 100th Anniversary! No tickets necessary- just come by, enjoy some stellar tunes and help us celebrate an epic milestone!

June 3 – Darkness to Light Walk – Vulcan 4:45am in the name of mental health awareness and suicide prevention walk from darkness to light. Start at Vulcan Arena

June 4 – Kayaking/Paddleboarding/Canoeing –  1pm Little Bow Boat Launch – Gather with others to paddle, snacks at 3pm.

June 5, 14, 19, 28 – Book Club Chatter Sessions (See attached poster)

 

June 6 – Vulcan Lunch and Learn – Plans and Protection (See attached poster)

 

June 6 – SNAP Math Fair – The community is invited to come and try to solve the puzzles grade 7 & 8 students created. CCHS small gym 4-6pm.

June 6 – Seniors Appreciation Supper and Bingo – Champion Community Hall 6pm.  RSVP [email protected] All seniors are welcome.  Sponsored by the Champion FCSS in honor of Seniors Week.

June 7 – RCMP Town Hall meeting – Champion Community Hall – All of Vulcan County welcome.

June 8-10 – Spock Days – Fireworks Friday at 11pm, Saturday Pancake Breakfast 7:30-9:30, Parade 10am, Taste of Vulcan 11am-2pm, Family Fun Fair 1-4pm, Cabaret 8pm, Slo-Pitch Tournament and Beer Gardens all weekend. (See attached poster)

June 13-15 – Arrowwood Bottle Drive – Friends of the Library (See attached poster)

June 13 – Community Meet – Vulcan Pool Park Burgers, 5:30 Lifeguard demo 6:30 Aqua Fitness 7:15

June 15 – Celebrating Seniors Vulcan – Lunch and Entertainment (See attached poster) featuring the music and comedy of Boots and the Hoots

June 17 – Tinman Triathlon – Come Cheer on the athletes or better yet, sign up to volunteer and support local groups in town.  See volunteer opportunities below.

June 16 – Carmangay Lunch and Learn – Plans and Protections (See attached poster)

June 16 – Movie Night CRC https://www.townofvulcan.ca/recreation

June 16-17 – Lielow Festival in Milo and Street Market https://www.lielowmusicfest.com/?fbclid=IwAR2Ep6FNubydFrDatAEiy7uUmHYYtbBEA_-I1-aRXW1BaLmDSC4rRPoEdmY

June 17 – Unleash your inner ornithologist at our ‘Up with the Larks’ bird talk & walk with Lisa Dahlseide @lielowmusicfest An enriching experience for both seasoned birders and curious nature enthusiasts, Lisa will take you on a captivating avian journey as you delve into the art of birding, and witness the wonders of southeastern Alberta’s birdlife. Whether you’re captivated by the stealthy hunters in the prairie grasses or the vibrant migrants seeking respite during their long journeys, this region promises an unforgettable adventure for anyone eager to learn about the rich avian diversity that thrives here. Workshop starts at 10:30AM Saturday June 17th. Meet Lisa in front of the LieLow Church

June 18  – 5km Walk/Run Champion 9am from the school

June 19 – Lomond Lunch and Learn – Plans and Protection (See attached poster)

June 20 – Community Meet – Poker Walk Arena Parking Lot 5:30 Tia Chi, 5km Walk with Poker Hand

June 23 – Kayaking/Paddleboarding/Canoeing –  1pm Twin Valley Boat Launch – Gather with others to paddle, snacks at 3pm.

June 23-25 Arrowwood Rodeo (See attached Poster)

June 24 – Arrowwood Parade, 4-H Horse Achievement Day, Vendors Market, Slo-Pitch tournament and Rodeo

June 24 – Porchfest – Starts at 12pm free live music on neighbours porches Vulcan www.townofvulcan.ca/porchfest

June 25 – Carmangay Nature Walk 9am begins at the Campground

June 28 – Community Meet – Backyard Games Hotdog Roast, Music 5:30 Centennial Park Vulcan

June 28 – Movie Matinee CRC https://www.townofvulcan.ca/recreation

July 1 – Milo Lions Canada Day Pancake Breakfast and Milo Beach Volleyball Tournament (See attached poster)

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

July 15 – Show ‘n Shine and Demolition Derby

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

 

Coming this summer….

 

Kids Day Out – Age 5-12  (See attached poster)

July – Wednesdays in Lomond and Thursdays in Milo

August – Wednesdays in Mossleigh and Thursdays in Arrowwood

 

July 13-Aug 24 – Youth Swimming Thursdays–Ages 12-18

The Boys and Girls Club and Vulcan and Region FCSS will provide games and lunch from 11-1 and then provide swimming from 1-3pm.  Call FCSS to register 403-485-2192. (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 (Forward to your teen to help us pick the movie)… https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/B3N9JRW

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]

 

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

 

Vulcan Recreation Activities https://www.townofvulcan.ca/recreation

Basketball – Wednesdays June 28-Aug 9

Ball Hockey – Tuesdays July 4-Aug 15

Nerf Wars June 29, July 6, 20, Aug. 3, 17

Beach Volleyball – Thursdays June 1-Aug. 30

Pickleball – Mon. Wed. Fri April 25 – Aug. 18

Jam Sessions at the Park July 7, 21, Aug. 4, 18

Backyard Games – Wednesdays July 5-Aug. 29

Vulcan Park Adventures – Wednesdays June 7-Aug. 30

 

Summer Camps in Vulcan https://www.townofvulcan.ca/recreation

July 3-7 Swim and Lifesaving Instructor

July 10-14 Art Camp

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

 

Summer Art Camp July 10-14 Healy Art Studio https://www.townofvulcan.ca/recreation

 

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

 

Rainbow Literacy Society 403-485-3107

Exploring Nature 2-6 years old

Big Adventurer 6-9 years old

Storywalks in a community near you

 

Employment Opportunities

-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. (See attached poster)

 

-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. (See attached poster).

 

-The Vulcan and District Historical Society has a 2023 Seasonal Employment Opportunity for mid June-end of August. Resumes with references can be mailed to Bev Knutson-Shaw Box 295 Vulcan, AB T0L 2B0 or [email protected]

-Vulcan Golf and Country Club restaurant is hiring a cook’s helper.  – Must have immediate weekday daytime availability. Please apply in person to Lisa at the restaurant. 710 1st Street South Vulcan, AB

-Volker Stevin is hiring.  Full time position open, must have class 1 or 3 licence.  Apply by email. [email protected]

 

Found on Indeed.ca

Dietary aide – Extendicare

Retail Store Supervisor – Quick Stop

Environmental II (cleaning)- AHS

Sales Supervisor – Big Sky Beer and Wine

Car Wash Attendant – Quick Stop Generations Car Wash

Location Assistant – Richardson Pioneer

Health Care Aide – Extendicare

Casual hospital security guards – Paladin Security

Cook – Extendicare

Food Service Manager – A&W

Banking Centre Leader 1  – CIBC

Agribusiness Student – Richardson Pioneer

Food Service Supervisor – Vulcan Country Inn

Area Marketing Representative – Richardson Pioneer

Class 1 or 3 Mixer Driver – RMC Group of companies

Territory manager – Brandy John Deere

Highway Maintenance Worker – Volker Stevin

Administrator CCHS – Pallister School Division

Agriculture Heavy Duty Technician – Brandy John Deere

Relationship Manager – AFSC

 

Search Jobs Near Me on Google

Kitchen Crew – K Corps via LinkedIn

Nanny – canadiannanny.ca

 

Found on Facebook Vulcan County Job Opportunities 

Seeking construction labourers for general carpentry work. Experience in the construction industry preferred but not required.  Full time positions available including Monday-Friday hours with occasional weekends. Competitive wages based on experience. Please submit resume to Cody Fehr at [email protected]

 

Summer Job Opportunities for Young People age 16-30 https://www.jobbank.gc.ca/youth

Youth Worker –  www.vulcanandregionfcss.com

Recreation Aide – AHS

Camp Counsellor – SABC

Community Rehabilitation Worker – Wheat Country Special Needs

Lifeguards – Vulcan and Champion Pools

Administrative Assistant, Casual Worker – Village of Champion

Program Coordinator – Carmangay Library

Library Aide – Milo Library

 

 

 

 

Volunteer Opportunities

The Champion Fire Department is looking for more members!  Call Chief Wayne Tompkins for more info – 403-423-0194

Champion Communities in Bloom is looking for occasional help from June to early September to assist with water pots, flowerbeds and highway boxes.  If you are able to help, please call Helen at 403-897-3741 or Ella at 403-897-3765

Vulcan Extendicare Auxillary – Looking for new members to help with events and service to make life more comfortable for residents of Extendicare.  Meeting once a month.  Call Sandra at 403-485-1941 or Mary at 403-485-2695.

Get-A-Way Youth Centre – Looking for volunteers to help at the Youth Centre in Vulcan and one day per week in the summer in Lomond, Milo, Arrowwood and Mossleigh.

Vulcan Legion – needs volunteers to help with Saturday Meat Draws 3-6pm.

Vulcan Regional Victims Services Society is looking for Volunteer Advocates – On-call volunteers with a passion for helping others who have been a victim.  Must pass an extensive RCMP level security clearance, be on-call, take training and live in Vulcan County. Call to learn more. 403-485-6163

Vulcan Tinman is looking for volunteers to join us on our super fun race day as a fundraising opportunity for your group, team or club!  The whole team or club does not need to attend. Post race the donation to your club is made based per volunteer. So send 1 volunteer or 10 you’re still raising funds for your group! Contact [email protected]

Vulcan Spock Days – Looking for volunteers for the Family Fun Fair and Beer Gardens. Message us on facebook or [email protected]

 

 

Markets

Thursday Markets – Vulcan Legion starts June 8 3-6pm every Thursday

June 2-3 – Champion Community Garage Sale (See attached poster)

June 3 – Carmangay Community Yard Sale, Pop Up Market and Pancake Breakfast

June 10 –Market Bizarre during Spock Days Vulcan Lodge Hall 10-3:30

June 16-17 Street Market in Milo during the Lielow Music Festival

Friday June 23 – Summer Solstice Night Market, taking place at Lake McGregor Country Estates, for residents and guests of our community 6-9pm.

June 24 – Arrowwood Rodeo Farmers Market Main Street Arrowwood

VENDORS WANTED – Champion Savouy is  accepting applications for Vendors at our pending Farmers’ Markets. If you or someone you know may be interested please message here or email [email protected] .

Contact us for more details and to receive an information package. Or check out https://the-champion-savoy.square.site/ , please be patient as the site is presently under construction. ** We’ll be offering a 50% discount to Vendors during the Beta / Startup Markets’ period while we promote and grow market attendance. ** Dates TBD.

 

Resources

 

Wildfire smoke and your health  – Content provided by: Alberta Health Services

 

When wildfire smoke enters a community, it can cause problems for the people who live there. Smoke contains small particles, which are a big health risk. These particles can get in your eyes, breathing (respiratory) system, and bloodstream. They can cause:

  • burning eyes
  • a runny nose
  • coughing
  • trouble breathing or illnesses such as bronchitis.

 

If smoke is a problem where I live, what can I do to lower my health risk?

Stay inside as much as possible and keep all windows and doors closed. Here’s what else you can do to keep your indoor air clean:

  • Close fresh air intakes from furnaces, fireplaces, or stoves.
  • If you have air conditioning, turn it on and set it to recirculate. Keep it running to help filter the air and keep your family cool. (Just remember that some air conditioning systems don’t filter the air or improve indoor air quality.)
  • If you have room air cleaners with high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters, turn them on. Don’t use air cleaners that may produce ozone. For portable air cleaners, follow all the manufacturer’s instructions for changing the filter, where to place the device, and the size of room it’s meant to be used in.
  • Use humidifiers, which may remove some of the smoke. The humid air can also help keep your nose and mouth moist.
  • Don’t use wood stoves, gas stoves, or candles because they make the indoor air quality worse. If you can, prepare foods that you don’t have to cook. Cooking (especially frying and broiling) can affect the air quality in your home.
  • Don’t use spray air fresheners or electric fragrance dispensers because they can affect air quality.
  • Don’t vacuum because it stirs up particles that are already inside your home.
  • Don’t let anyone smoke, vape, or use e-cigarettes in your home.

 

 

Prevent the risk of strokes  – Content provided by: Alberta Health Services

 

June is Stroke Awareness Month in Canada.

Risk factors such as high blood pressure, diabetes, smoking, high cholesterol, physical inactivity, age, family history and more put you at a higher risk of experiencing a stroke.

 

What is a stroke?

A stroke occurs when a blood vessel in the brain bursts or is blocked. Without blood and the oxygen it carries, part of the brain starts to die. The part of the body controlled by the damaged area of the brain can’t work properly.

Symptoms of a stroke happen quickly and brain damage can begin within minutes. Quick treatment can help limit damage to the brain and increase the chance of a full recovery.

The acronym FAST is a simple way to remember the main symptoms of stroke. FAST stands for:

  • Face – Is it drooping?
  • Arms – Can you raise both?
  • Speech – Is it slurred or jumbled?
  • Time – Call 911 immediately.

 

If you have any of these symptoms, even if they go away quickly, call 911 or other emergency services right away. A stroke can’t be self-managed at home. To learn more www.ahs.ca/heartandstroke

How can I identify my risk for stroke?

Knowing your personal risk can help you act to lower your risk.

 

 

Creating moments of joy – Content from https://blog.ab.bluecross.ca/wellness/prioritize-your-wellness-by-inspiring-joy/

 

Research shows that people who pursue joy display more resilience to stress and trauma, have more friends and social support, have stronger immune systems and are physically healthier. Building relationships, helping communities and connecting with others improves our wellbeing on many levels.

Finding joy doesn’t need to cost money. While donating money to charity or surprising a friend with flowers are options, there are many ways to find joy. Some options include living mindfully, spending time building valuable relationships, being a mentor or role model, or volunteering with local organizations.

Inspire moments of joy with the following:

Pause and reflect on how you create joy in your life. Write down what you’re grateful for and highlight meaningful connections in your life. Find charities or organizations you can support in your community. There are countless ways to improve your wellbeing. Make joy a habit by thinking of 1 simple act you can do daily to spark positive feelings. It might be as easy as thanking a friend.

 

Get out there and enjoy all the events people have worked hard to provide.  You can’t say there is nothing to do!

May 2023 Vulcan County Family Resources

News

A Fire Restriction has been placed effective, April 17th, due to the dry, windy, and warm conditions that exist and are forecasted. There is a very high risk of fire spread during windy conditions in and cured (dead and dry) grass fuel type, such as those that exist across the County. Due to the rapidly changing weather conditions and the fine fuel moisture content, Vulcan County may move to a Ban with little to no notice. Please check out vulcancounty.ab.ca or the Alberta Fire Bans website for the most up to date information.

 

Wellness Challenge Registration Deadline is May 10, 2023

The Vulcan County Health and Wellness Foundation’s County Wide “Wellness Challenge” this spring; it will run for the whole month of June. We begin this year on May 29th and end on June 30th; all points must be registered by July 1, 2023.

The event’s goal is to promote a healthy lifestyle by promoting regular physical activity, mental and emotional health, good nutrition, proper sleep, and secure social support networks and targeting the seven dimensions of wellness, emotional, environmental, intellectual, occupational, physical, social, spiritual, and overall wellness.

If you join the Participaction Challenge at the same time, you can help our community become the most active in Canada.

 

Events

May 5 – Mothers Day Tea at Peter Dawson Lodge – All are welcome. (See attached poster)

May 5 – Spring market at the Vulcan Legion with unique vendors to WOW mom and dad for their special days! Not only can you shop amazing deals, stay for supper at the Legion and play chase the ACE. (See attached poster)

May 6 – Champion Spring Market (See attached poster)

May 8-12 – Calling all local businesses – Economic Development Week (See attached poster)

May 9 – Protect yourself from Fraud and Scams Vulcan Seniors Centre (See attached poster)

May 10 – Lomond School Spring Concert

May 10 – 3-6pm – Lethbridge College is in Vulcan to answer all your questions about College (See attached poster)

May 11 – 5pm at the Carmangay library – Computer class about mobile devices – Register for this free class to learn to master your devices and how to access features that can help you. Please pre-register.

May 16 – 6pm at the Carmagay library – Rural Entrepreneur series kick-off – We will be running year long series featuring experts on different areas of business running. Everyone from big corporation to farmer’s market attendees are welcome. We want to know what you want to learn about, everything from taxes to social media marketing is on the table.

May 19 – 5pm at the Carmangay library – Family game night – get together and play some games!

May 19 – Road to Ready – Lethbridge College is coming to Vulcan. With feedback from partners like you, our students, employees and other stakeholders, we will redefine our purpose, mission and vision and set a course for Lethbridge College’s future. Your insights will help us ensure our purpose and path forward will strengthen our institution and our role in the communities we serve. (See attached poster)

Road_to_Ready_Lethbridge College in Vulcan May 19

May 23 at 6pm at the Carmangay library – STEAM night – playing with Snap circuits

May 24 – Lunch and Learn – Brain Health in Seniors Carmangay Seniors Centre 10am-12pm and Champion Seniors Centre 12:30-2:30.

May 26th at 6pm at the Carmangay Community center – showing Super Mario Bros- monthly movie night, happening the last Friday of every month. Join us for free movie and popcorn

May 26 – Vulcan Developmental Check-ups and Early Learning registration (See attached posters)

May 27&28 – First Aid and CPR (See attached poster)

May 31 – Lunch and Learn at the Milo Snake Valley Drop-In Centre – Plans and Protection for the Seniors Years (See attached poster)

 

June 2 – Champion Garage Sale (See attached poster)

June 6 – Lunch and Learn Vulcan Seniors Centre – Scams and Fraud

June 9-11 Spock Days – SloPitch Registration now open. (See attached poster)

June 15 – Vulcan Seniors Centre – Band Boots and the Hoots, Dance and lunch.

June 16-18 at LieLow Music Fest, Milo, AB. Weekend passes $85  www.lielowmusicfest.com

June 17 – Tinman Triathlon

June 23-25 – Arrowwood Rodeo

June 24 – Vulcan Community Garage Sale

June 24 – Talking Tombstones presented by the Carmangay Historical Society (See attached poster)

July 3-7 – Swim Instructor Course (See attached poster)

 

July 15 – Vulcan Demolition Derby and Show n Shine

 

Family Night  – Every third Thursday at the Youth Centre. Come for a free supper and challenge your kids to some games.  Pool, ping-pong, foosball, Wii, board games, ladder golf and more. (See attached poster)

Youth Gardening Club – Coming in June (See attached poster)

Community Garden is now accepting registration for plots in Vulcan (See attached poster)

Alphabet Soup (See attached poster) FREE program for parents with pre-school children  2-5 years of age. Register by calling 403-485-3107 or [email protected]

Greater Foothills Family Centre – Family Programs and Workshops for May (See attached posters)

Join the Adult Slo-Pitch league – Thursday nights in Vulcan County (See attached poster)

Mondays

Playgroup – Arrowwood Hall 10 am

Coffee Time: Lomond 9am at the Drop-In

Preschool Prep Milo Library – An interactive program designed to get your little one ready for their new adventure to preschool (2-5 year olds). Exploring letters, numbers, colors, shapes days of the week and MORE!  Call Greater Foothills Family Centre to register  1-877-652-8633. (See attached poster)

Stay and Play – Vulcan Lodge Hall 1:30-3pm Greater Foothills Family Centre

 

Tuesdays 

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

Time for Rhymes—Champion Legion 10:30 am

Get-A-Way Youth Centre – Open for students during lunch; bring own lunch & visit    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!

Community Badminton 6:00pm. VPE

Community Volleyball 7:30pm. VPE

 

Wednesdays

Moms and Tots in Vulcan –  10am. at Church of Christ. Parents and the little ones get together to have some coffee and let the kids play. All are welcome.

Time for Rhymes – Milo Library 10:30 am

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

Chess Club for all ages 5-6pm Champion Library Volunteers available to coach beginners

Get-A-Way Youth Centre – Open for students during lunch; bring own lunch and visit.

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

Pickleball – 6-8 pm at Vulcan Prairieview Elementary School

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

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

 

Thursdays 

Alphabet Soup  – 10:30am–12pm. Register with Rainbow Literacy 403-485-3107

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

Crafters Afternoon – Milo Seniors Centre 1-4pm.

Get-A-Way Youth Centre – Open for students during lunch: bring own lunch and visit. Teen Night at the Youth Centre 13+ – Open 6:30 – 9pm. 403-485-6033

 

Fridays

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 at 105A 3rd Ave.S. Vulcan 403-485-6033. Ping-pong, pool tables, foosball, air hockey, video games, crafts and music!

Pickleball – 2-4 pm at Vulcan Prairieview Elementary School

 

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—Pancake Breakfast at the Community Centre @ 9am. $5/ person, $20/family

 

Monday – Saturday

Vulcan Senior Centre Drop-In 10am-12pm

 

Volunteer

Join Vulcan Communities in Bloom and help make our community beautiful. Volunteer today, call 403-485-0239

 

Champion Communities in Bloom is looking for occasional help from June to early September to assist with watering pots, flowerbeds and highway boxes. If you are able to help, please call Helen @ 403-897-3741 or Ella @ 403-897-3765.

 

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 403-2055194.

 

Resources

 

Did you know that we have a Resource Directory online – with many of the services that are offered in Vulcan County both locally and from outside agencies, all listed in one place.  Check it out at www.vulcanandregionfcss.com

 

Labour Market Newsletter – MCG Careers (See attached poster)

Labour Market Newsletter MCG Careers

Rapid Access Counselling (See attached poster)

Rapid Access Counselling

https://generationhealth.ca/blogs-recipes/

 

Mealtime Struggles and Feeding Your Baby – Workshops from May to August (See attached poster)

Mealtime Struggles & Feeding Your Baby Posters_ May-Aug 2023

Food is Medicine: The Hidden Impact of a Poor Diet (See attached poster)

Food is Medicine the hidden impact of a poor diet

Project Linus – Blankets for those in Need (See attached poster)

Project Linus - Blankets for people and kids

Explore new features on the Alberta Healthy Communities Hub – Building healthy communities together.  Communities across Alberta have shown remarkable commitment to creating healthier community places and spaces. To support this momentum, we have added exciting new features on the Alberta Healthy Communities Hub.

  • Community Hall: A place to connect with a community coach, discover tools and tips and dive into some of the stories of community-led action, with new content being added monthly.
  • Community Library: Access a library of tools and resources to support community planning and action.
  • Digital Stories: Get inspired and learn how communities and partners across Alberta are working together to create healthier communities.

https://albertahealthycommunities.healthiertogether.ca/

 

Alberta Health Services is pleased to share that we have launched a new advice and guidance line for parents, guardians and caregivers of children and youth (birth to 18 years of age) with concerns about their child’s development and well-being. The Pediatric Rehabilitation Line provides advice about developmental milestones in areas such as:

  • Moving and playing (e.g., crawling, coordination, playing with toys)
  • Talking and listening (e.g., babbling, understanding directions, stuttering)
  • Taking care of self (e.g., dressing, toileting, sleeping)
  • Managing emotions (e.g., calming self, becoming overwhelmed or overstimulated)
  • Difficulty eating or swallowing (e.g., coughing, gagging)
  • Hearing (e.g., responding to sounds, noise, voices, words)
  • Are recovering from COVID-19
  • Are looking for current rehabilitation resources (e.g., links to information or webinars)
  • Are looking for help to find local services

How to connect

This Alberta-only line is answered by Allied Health clinicians and operates Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Parents, guardians and caregivers can call 811 or the Rehabilitation Advice Line (1-833-379-0563) to be prompted to the Pediatric Rehabilitation Line.

Free webinar series

AHS also offers free webinars that cover a range of developmental topics, from toilet training and tummy time to emotional regulation and speech development, as well as many others. Parents and caregivers will build skills and gain confidence by learning practical ways to help children and youth improve their skills while supporting development. Information and registration can be accessed here.

You can also visit Together4Health to access the latest information, strategies, and resources for supporting youth and child development.

 

  • 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 May, we will be offering sessions on understanding autism, parenting strategies for positive mental health in children, and managing test anxiety in teens. In June, we are offering a special session on ‘junior-high jitters’ – transitioning to junior high school and the teenage years.

  • Adult Education SessionsNew!

In May, we are excited to offer a new two-part Lunch & Learn series for older adults called “Silver Linings – Supporting Wellness in the Later Years”.  This series will provide a basic overview of mental health challenges that older adults may face and some coping strategies and supports for addressing the stressors and promoting wellness. This session is for any adult wanting to support their own wellness, or the wellness of someone they live or work with.

  • 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

Visit our website for tip sheets, videos, and more! www.cyfcaregivereducation.ca

 

 

Employment Opportunities

Line Cooks – Mossleigh Bar and Grill

Summer Jobs

Youth Worker – Summer Student www.vulcanandregionfcss.com

Summer Maintenance Worker I – AHS Vulcan (groundskeeping and facility maintenance

P/T Community Support Worker – Carol Seaman’s Rise and Shine Services call 403-485-0609

[email protected]

Summer student – Village of Carmangay – Grounds maintenance, public works support [email protected]

Summer Reading Program Coordinator – Lomond Library 403-792-3934

Summer Student – Village of Lomond – deadline to apply May 1 Box 268 Lomond or [email protected]

Found on jobbank.gc.ca/youth –  Canada Summer Jobs

Recreation Aide – AHS

Farm Worker, grain – Little Bow Compression Services

Farm Worker, general – Heather Crop Care & Agronomy

Community Rehabilitation Worker – Wheat Country Special Needs Society

Field Crop Technician – 2nd Opinion Consulting

Lifeguard – Lions Club of Vulcan (Contact the Town of Vulcan to apply)

Landscape Labourer – Aspen Crossing

Visitor Information Counsellor – Kinette Club (Contact the Town of Vulcan to apply)

Administrative Assistant – Village of Champion

Casual Worker – Village of Champion

Sports Program Director – Champion Swimming Pool

Lifeguard – Champion Swimming Pool

Program Coordinator, arts and crafts – Village of Carmangay Library

Library Aide – Village of Milo Library Board

Grounds Maintenance Labourer – Little Bow Resort

Event Planner – Blackfoot Crossing Historical Park Siksika

Camp Coordinator, Camp Counsellor and Camp Leader – Southern Alberta Bible Camp

 

Found on Indeed.ca

Principal – County Central High School

Principal – Vulcan Prairieview Elementary School

Insurance Advisor – Western Financial Group

Casual Hospital Security Guards – Paladin Security

Health Care Aide – Extendicare

Cook – Extendicare

Temp 40 hour Evening Rotation – Extendicare

Agribusiness Assistant – Richardson Pioneer

Casual Care Aide position – Extendicare

Environmental II – AHS Vulcan (Cleaning)

Line Cook/Prep Cook – Vulcan Golf and Country Club

Residential Support Worker – Wheat Country Special Needs Society

Territory Manager – Brandt John Deere

Food Services Manager – A&W

Shaw Satellite & Xplore Internet Technician

Agribusiness Student – Richardson Pioneer

Health Care Aide – AHS

Area Marketing Representative – Richardson Pioneer

Food Services Supervisor – A&W

 

Found on LinkedIn

Banking Centre Leader I – CIBC

Wind Turbine Technician – Vestas Carmangay

Relationship Manager Business – ATB Vulcan

Agriculture Heavy Equipment Technician – Brandt John Deere

 

Found on jobbank.gc.ca

Food Counter Attendant – Subway

High School Teacher – Vulcan and Champion – Palliser School Division

 

Found by Googling Jobs near me:

Kitchen Crew and Cashiers – K-Corps via Linked In

Registered Nurse – Power Staffing Solutions via Indeed

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

Nanny via Canadian Nanny

Undergraduate Nurse and LPN – AHS Vulcan via Glassdoor

PJS Mechanical via Vertexpages

Food Service Supervisor – Vulcan Country Inn via BeBee Canada

Teacher – Elementary Vulcan via jobpostings.ca

Mixer Truck Driver – RMC Group via Trabajo.org

Pet Sitter via PetSitter.com

Pre-Kindergarten Educator – Milo Alphabets Society via Kijiji

Rural General Practitioner – AHS via Trabajo.org

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

March 2023 Vulcan County Family Resources

Hello Everyone,

I hope you find some great ways to connect from the list below. Please share the information with family, friends and clients by email, printing posters or sharing by word of mouth.

March is Nutrition Month. Check out great tips from the Public Health Dieticians of the Calgary Zone. Getting nutritious foods helps our physical health and our mental health so each little step to incorporate nutritious choices into our lifestyle helps us live a quality life. The Nutrition Month Calendar can be accessed at: http://bit.ly/nutritionmonth2023
(See attached poster – Tips to spend less money on Food)

Follow the link to a Healthy Grocery List: https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/assets/info/nutrition/if-nfs-healthy-grocery-list.pdf
tips-to-spend-less-money-on-food

Coming Events

March 2 – Sew-a-Thon for Quilters

March 3 – Movie Night Champion Despicable Me (See attached poster)

March 4 – Vulcan Legion Meat Draw and Entertainment

March 5 – Good Luck Supper and Auction – Fundraiser for the Champion Kindergarten

March 7 & 8 – Volunteer Income Tax Clinic – Free tax filing for Low Income Albertans at FCSS Call 403-485-2192 to book your appointment.

March 7 – Brain Health in Seniors Lomond Seniors Centre (See attached poster)

March 7 – Brain Health in Seniors Vulcan Seniors Centre (See attached poster)

March 8 – Brain Health in Seniors Arrowwood Museum (See attached poster)

March 8 – Dr. Bruce Perry Presentation for Parents and Child Care Workers

March 8 – NEW Lethbridge College Regional Stewardship Program will be in 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. On site to answer your questions. More dates in April-June (See attached poster)
Regional Stewardship Event Posters 2023 - Vulcan

March 9 – Career Expo Okotoks. (See attached poster)

March 9 – 6:30pm at the Carmangay Library – Literary Society – get together and to talk about what we’ve been reading, watching, cooking, anything!

March 10 – Milo Junior Curling Clinic (See attached poster)

March 10 – Skating Carnival (See attached poster) Community Welcome!

Mar. 11 – Community Breakfast Carmangay 9-10:30 Community Centre (Date change, normally the first Saturday of the month)

March 10 &11 – Milo 24Hour Funspiel

March 13 or 20 – Fear-Less Workshop for Parents – Helping your Child with fears and anxiety. (See attached poster)

March 14 – April 4 – Bedtimes Stories. Snuggle up with your little ones while we read the story online. We provide the books!

March 14- 6:00 Carmangay – Location TBD – Fairy/Gnome Houses – create your own mini garden you can take home withy you! Cost is $5 and comes with everything you need. Contact the Library.

March 17 – St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Carmangay

March 17 -St. Patrick’s Day jam session at the Carmangay hall, after the parade, music doesn’t have to be Irish!! If you would like to take part in this, text Marilyn 403 892 0367. The more the merrier!

March 17 -After the St. Patrick’s Day Parade at the Library – games & activities for all ages! Stop by for some cupcakes and join in on the fun.

March 17 – We’re thrilled to announce the second annual Vulcan County Moonwalk, a community walk to bring better health and wellness to our families, friends, and neighbours. (See attached poster)

Beginning a bit earlier, at 7:00 pm, to accommodate our young families. The walks will happen in Carmangay, Champion, Lomond, Milo, Arrowwood and Vulcan.

Learn more and register here: https://www.vchwfoundation.com/vulcan-county-moonwalk-2023/

March 24 – Kids Kingdom – Family Service, Dinner, Games – Church of Christ. All are welcome. (See attached poster)
Kids Kingdom Mar 24

March 24 – 5:00 PM at the Carmangay Library – Game Night – We will be playing Catan but all of our games will be available. Snack too, there will be snacks!

March 30 – 6:00 PM online via Zoom – Carbonara cooking class – Pre-registration required. $5/portion

April 1 – Comedy and Magic Champion (See attached poster)

April 1 & 2 – Firearms Safety Course (See attached poster)

April 4 & 5 – Volunteer Income Tax Clinic – Free tax filing for Low Income Albertans at FCSS Call 403-485-2192 to book your appointment.

April 15 – Teen Dance – Information coming next month. Tell your teens to mark their calendar.

April 20 – May 25 – Alphabet Soup – Together parents and children enjoy food, songs and books. (See attached poster)

May 5 – Spring Market Vulcan (See attached poster)

Fraud Prevention: Scams and Secure Digital Services March 8 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Join us for an informative virtual chat with the Canada Revenue Agency, where an Outreach officer from the Canada Revenue Agency will answer questions about fraud prevention, current scams and digital services. REGISTER HERE

Family Literacy Programs for March and April – Rainbow Literacy and Learning Society (See attached posters pg. 1 & 2)


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

Family Fun Night – 3rd Thursday of the month – Get-A-Way youth Centre Vulcan – Supper Included 6-9pm 403-485-6033

Looking for Volunteers for SeniorConnex (See attached poster)

2023 SeniorsConnexVolunteer Poster

Mondays

Playgroup – Arrowwood Hall 10 am

Coffee Time: Lomond 9am at the Drop-In

Crafty Creations – Milo Library. Let’s get crafty with something new each week in March. This class is suited for 2 –6 year olds. Call Greater Foothills Family Centre to register 1-877-652-8633.

Stay and Play – Vulcan Lodge Hall 1:30-3pm Greater Foothills Family Centre

Community Skate 6-7pm 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

Community Connection Café – Vulcan Seniors Centre 1:30-3pm. FREE (See attached poster) March 7 is a special presenter on Brain Health in Seniors

Get-A-Way Youth Centre – Open for students during lunch; bring own lunch & visit 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 6:00pm. VPE

Community Volleyball 7:30pm. VPE

Yoga – Carmangay 7-8 pm Community Centre – Classes to resume March 27

Wednesdays

New Moms and Tots starting in Vulcan – March 1, 10am. at Church of Christ. A chance for parents and the little ones to get together here in the community to have some coffee and let the kids play together. All are welcome. (See attached poster)

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.

Mentorship and Youth Program – 3:40pm Lomond School. Register with FCSS Youth Coordinator at 403-485-6033 or Rainbow Literacy at 403-485-3107

Chess Club for all ages 5-6pm Champion Library Volunteers available to coach beginners.

Get-A-Way Youth Centre – Open for students during lunch; bring own lunch and visit. 3:30-6pm for 10-18 year old’s at 105A 3rd Ave. S. Vulcan 403-485-6033.

Pickleball – 6-8 pm at Vulcan Prairieview Elementary School

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.

Community Walking 12:00 – 1:00 pm CRC

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 – Open for students during lunch: bring own lunch and visit. Teen Night at the Youth Centre 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 at 105A 3rd Ave.S. Vulcan 403-485-6033. Ping-pong, pool tables, foosball, air hockey, video games, crafts and music!

Pickleball – 2-4 pm at Vulcan Prairieview Elementary School

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

1st Saturday of the month—Pancake Breakfast at the Community Centre @ 9am. $5/ person, $20/family ****Date change this month to March 11!***

Monday – Saturday

Vulcan Senior Centre Drop-In 10am-12pm

Registration is open for Vulcan Minor Baseball and Soccer (See attached poster) https://app.bookking.ca/vulcanrecreatio…/courses/index.asp

Resources

Men’s Grief Support – Tuesdays once a month in High River and Okotoks (See attached poster)
Men's Grief Support

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

Moneymentors.ca With 25 years of experience, our financial counsellors are here to guide the way with free, confidential advice. As an unbiased non-profit, our goal is to help you find a better path. Debt consolidation, credit counselling and financial education.

Caregiver Education Team

Alberta Health Services is proud to offer FREE online programming to caregivers of school-age children and youth as well as adults in the community who want to learn more about addiction and mental health topics. Sessions are offered online through the Zoom conferencing application. www.cyfcaregivereducation.ca

Topics this month include:

Parenting Teens in the 21st Century – Respectful Limit Setting for Adolescents

Test Anxiety – Strategies for Success

Keeping Scattered Kids on Track – Supporting Children and Adolescents with ADHD

More than Just a Bad Day – Understanding Depression

Understanding Anxiety Series

Great Resource for Parents of Teens – https://parentandteen.com/

Employment Opportunities

Pool Supervisor, Lifeguards, Front Desk Staff, Water Attendants – https://townofvulcan.ca/partners/career-opportunities

Receptionist – Vulcan and Region Family and Community Support Services/Vulcan Regional Food Bank https://vulcanandregionfcss.com/

Visitor Service Advisor – Vulcan Tourism https://townofvulcan.ca/partners/career-opportunities

Farm Help needed call Gwen 403 485 0568

Vulcan County Opportunities – Customer Relations & Receivables Representative, Divisional Grader Operator, Scraper Operator, Seasonal Roadside Pesticide Applicators https://vulcancounty.ab.ca/oportunities/career-opportunities
Mama’s Pizza – Wait staff, Prep Cook Email [email protected]

Florist – Flowers n Fancies is seeking an enthusiastic florist to join the team! Full time and part time positions available. Experience in the floral industry is an asset but not a requirement. To apply, resumes can either be dropped off at the store or emailed to Shelbi at [email protected]

Found on Google “jobs near me” (Search these carefully, some that show up on google can be scams)

Contract Technician – Integrated Solutions

Cook – Extendicare

Residential Support Worker – Wheat County Special Needs Society

Territory Manager – Brandt John Deere

Food Service Supervisor, Food Counter Attendant – Subway

Licenced Practical Nurse – Extendicare

Trainer – Elections Alberta

Area Marketing Representative – Richardson Pioneer Vulcan

Rural General Practitioner – Vulcan

Housekeeping – Extendicare

Healthcare Aide – Extendicare

Food Services Manger – A&W

Registered Nurse – Extendicare

Combined Lab and X-Ray Technologist – AHS

Information Technology – Elections AB

Found on Indeed.ca

Lot Coordinator – Vulcan Autoplex & RV

Pro Shop Assistant – Vulcan Golf and County Club

Beer Cart Staff – Vulcan Golf and Country Club

Food and Beverage Server – Vulcan Golf and Country Club

Hotel Administrator – Vulcan Country Inn

Customer Relations and Receivables Representative – Vulcan County

Seasonal Yard Shipper/Receiver – UFA Vulcan

Insurance Advisor – Western Financial Group Vulcan

Social Media Assistant – FLICKS Marketing

Outside Maintenance Staff – Vulcan Golf and Country Club

Line Cook – Vulcan Golf and Country Club

Restaurant Supervisor – Vulcan Golf and Country Club

Health Care Aide – AHS

Yard Hand Labourer – RMC Vulcan and Stettler

Workopolis.com

Server – Train Excursions – Aspen Crossing

Feed Truck Driver – Ballco Feeders

Mixer Truck Driver – RMC Group of Companies

Found on LinkedIn.ca

Equipment Operator – Parrish & Heimbecker Mossleigh