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There’s nothing to do? We can think of a thing or two!
Posted on Thursday, July 13, 2023 11:30 AM
As the summer break enters week three, a familiar refrain echoes through households in Fort Saskatchewan… "There's nothing to do!"
Our children, only a few weeks into their long-awaited vacation, have already forgotten their initial excitement and are now beset by boredom. With school out of the picture and a lack of structured activities, parents find themselves grappling with the challenge of keeping their restless kids entertained and content without breaking the bank. The struggle to strike...
What is Your Place?
Posted on Monday, June 26, 2023 09:00 AM
In the movie Field of Dreams, Kevin Costner’s character Wray Kinsella builds a baseball diamond on what was a corn field. You could say that this was an act of placemaking. His father identified so strongly with baseball - the sounds of the diamond full of players, that Wray created a place that would draw his father back from the other side. The strength of the emotional attachment to a baseball diamond worked. He built it and they came!
We’re certainly not trying to raise the dead in Fort...
A Spectacular Journey: Celebrating Canada Day in Fort Saskatchewan!
Posted on Friday, June 16, 2023 10:00 AM
Welcome, fellow adventure seekers! Are you ready for another Canada Day filled with laughter, joy, and all things Canadian? You need venture no further than Fort Saskatchewan as our city is always brimming with excitement as we prepare to celebrate Canada Day – the Fort Saskatchewan way! Get ready for all the festivities, breathtaking fireworks, and unforgettable experiences that await us in our remarkable city.
Fort Saskatchewan, nestled in the heart of Alberta, offers a captivating blend of...
Pride Month: Celebrating Equality and the 2SLGBTQ+ Community in Fort Saskatchewan
Posted on Friday, June 09, 2023 10:00 AM
Pride Month, celebrated in June, is a vibrant and inclusive event that honors the 2SLGBTQ+ community while promoting equality and acceptance. In Fort Saskatchewan, Pride Week, which takes place from June 9th to June 16th, promises a series of exciting events, workshops, and awareness campaigns. Read on to discover the rich history behind Pride Month and its significance.
The Origins of Pride MonthPride Month traces its roots back to the Stonewall Riots of 1969, a turning point in the LGBTQ+...
Celebrating Seniors
Posted on Wednesday, June 07, 2023 03:35 PM
Honoring a Lifetime of Wisdom and Resilience
As the City of Fort Saskatchewan celebrates Seniors Week June 5th to June 11th, 2023, it's time for us to come together as a community and recognize the invaluable contributions and remarkable lives of our beloved senior citizens. This Alberta week-long celebration is an opportunity to show our deep appreciation for the wisdom, resilience, and unwavering spirit that our seniors bring to our lives every day. Join us in honoring these remarkable...
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