Opinion

Dear Editor, In 2015, the Government of Alberta unexpectedly eliminated the Grants in Place of Taxes funding for seniors’ apartments and social housing units operated by public housing management bodies.

Canadian troops stormed Vimy Ridge at 5:30 a.m. on April 9, 1917. They were attacking over an open graveyard since previous French attacks had failed to take the ridge from the Germans resulting in over 100,000 casualties.

The Millarville Hort Club meets at 7:30 p.m. on April 12 and will have Ben Gadd speaking about Icefield Bunnies and Gullible Bears. I think you will enjoy this presentation. April will be a busy month for the Griffiths Center.

We are still in need of workers for the September casino. If you are able to work a shift, it would be much appreciated. Without the casino funds we would be hard pressed to function, so please think seriously about this endeavor.

A priest and a taxi driver both died and went to heaven. St. Peter was at the Pearly gates waiting for them. “Come with me,” said St. Peter to the taxi driver. The taxi driver did as he was told and followed St Peter to a mansion.

If you’re a little confused by this article’s title, you’re probably not alone. Thumbs up if you like it; thumbs down if you think I’m off my rocker.

With funding support from Okotoks FCSS, the Okotoks Public Library will be installing five Little Free Libraries in residential pocket parks this spring, and three Little Free Libraries for indoor facilities within the Town.

Our Easter dinner was wonderful. Our compliments go to Duncan, once again. The decorations were lovely and we had the addition of wine with our dinner, thanks to the tenacity of Don Thomson who wouldn’t give up.

I have been fortunate enough to watch many fine performances from high school students over the years.

Our annual 80 and over birthday party will be held on May 15 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. If you, or anyone you know, is celebrating an 80, 85, 90, etc. birthday this year please make the VNC executive aware.