Opinion

By Terry Poucette In early June, the final report of the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls inquiry was finally released.

One of my favourite psalms says it perfectly: “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures….

Cochrane’s Riverfront Park is blessed with a beauty that Stoney Nakoda Chief Walking Buffalo would have regarded as a perfect classroom for “Nature’s University.” June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day in Canada.

By Councillor Susan Flowers Cochrane is well-known for its friendliness and good relationships. Town council places great value on relationship building too and recognizes the importance of being neighbourly.

So many of our readers have asked me: Warren, where did you get your infectious sensitivity to design, colour and texture? Well, I guess I do have deep feelings about patterns and hues of beauty.

The Stoney Tribal Council introduced Andre Buss as the new acting tribal administrator and chief financial officer. Although a former employee, this change does seem to indicate a desire for change at Stoney Tribal Administration (STA).

It’s extraordinary how sometimes you meet someone and, through a series of connections, it can lead to an amazing opportunity.

The honey bees are back and enjoying the blossoms on our backyard apple tree. And whataperfect excuse to reconnect with our bee-friendly coffee companion, Stella Constance.

As much as cats are known to laze in the warmth of the sun, they also love to keep busy and have a purpose. For barn buddies, a productive day involves a good mouse chase.

Within democratic political systems, the ultimate source of authority rests with the citizens who elect government. Accordingly, elections serve as the primary tool of accountability.