SPRING
2015
1-403-553-4106
www.willowcreeklearning.ca
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Box 1300
257—Main Street
Fort Macleod, AB., T0L 0Z0
403-553-4106
Kate Glover
Adult Learning Coordinator
Project READ Literacy Programmer
For Fort Macleod
403-553-4106
[email protected] & [email protected]
Monday through Thursday
9:00am—4:00pm
Marie Schooten
Literacy Coordinator
Project READ Literacy Programmer
For Claresholm and Nanton
403-625-4997 or 403-652-9533
[email protected]
Monday—Friday
9:00am—4:00pm
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Diana Ross
Karen Shaw
Susan Simpson
Lori Hoﬀ
Patti Runions
Laura Glover
******YOU WILL BE ONLY BE NOTIFIED IF A CLASS DOES NOT RUN******
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Alberta Payroll Regulations
Being An Executor
Introduction to Computers
Introduction to Excel
Asperger’s Syndrome
Claresholm
Fort Macleod & Nanton
Nanton
Nanton
Claresholm
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Non-Restricted Firearms
Class 5 Written License Preparation
Basic Food Safety
Money Matters
Nanton
Nanton
Claresholm
Fort Macleod
Page 7
Community Engagement & Consultation
Recruiting Effective Board Members
Policies, Procedures & Bylaws
Baby Massage
Claresholm & Nanton
Claresholm & Nanton
Claresholm & Nanton
Fort Macleod & Claresholm
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Cut N Core
Good Morning Fort Macleod
Functional Fitness
Functional Fitness Xtended
Become a “Paintologist”
Crochet a Cloth
Fort Macleod
Fort Macleod
Fort Macleod
Fort Macleod
Fort Macleod
Fort Macleod
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Brandy Orange Rolls
Singing for Beginners
Specialty Coffee at Home
Soap Making
Wine Meets it Match
Felting Wool
Fort Macleod
Fort Macleod
Fort Macleod
Claresholm
Fort Macleod
Fort Macleod
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Seniors Benefits
Temporary Foreign Workers for Employers
Rural Routes Training
Arm Chair Traveler
Claresholm
Claresholm
Claresholm
Fort Macleod
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REGISTRATION POLICIES
Pre-Registration:
Required for ALL courses, including those that have no fee.
Receipts will be issued if requested for cash only registrations. The minimum age for
registration is 14.
Refunds:
Refunds may be requested by contacting our office one to two weeks
prior to a course. NO refunds will be made after one week before start date.
Confirmation:
This form completes your registration and confirms your
place in class unless you are otherwise advised. Cheques will be deposited approximately one week prior to the start date of the course. You will be notified if the
course for which you have registered is cancelled due to a lack of registration ONLY if
you have paid your registration fee.
Information Management Policy:
All personal information is
collected for purposes of operating our education program pursuant to Section 33(c)
of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. If you have questions
about this collection, please contact the Council Coordinator at 553-4106.
Subsidies:
Are available for most courses. Please call for more information
403-553-4106.
Receipt of payment confirms your registration
All courses require
pre-registration unless otherwise noted.
Registration is
confirmed by receipt of
payment (or registration form
if cost is free).
You will only be notified if the course is cancelled.
******YOU WILL BE ONLY BE NOTIFIED IF A CLASS DOES NOT RUN******
ALBERTA PAYROLL REGULATIONS
INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS
When:
Mondays, January 19 & 26
Time:
6:30 pm—
pm—8:30 pm
Fee:
$ 70.00
Location:
Claresholm Public Library
Facilitator:
Business IQ
Minimum:
6 Registrants
This is a webinar.
When:
Wednesdays, April 15, 22 and 29
Time:
6:00 – 8:00 pm
Fee:
$ 30.00
Location:
Nanton Public Library
Facilitator:
Malcolm Stick
Minimum:
4 Registrants
This is a fundraiser for the Nanton Public Library
Learn what you need to know about paying employees in
Alberta.
In this course the topics include general
employment standards, payroll deductions and
remittances, recording benefits, calculating statutory
holiday pay, T4’s, year-end reporting requirements, and
requirements regarding the termination of an employee. A
must have course for any office administrator or business
owner with payroll responsibilities.
This is an introductory course for new or
prospective computer users. We will cover the basics
including browsing, word processing and spreadsheets,
very much tailored to the requirements and interests of
those attending. We have computers but please bring
your own if you them.
Please note that this is an informational workshop,
participants will complete paper exercises; computerized
accounting software topics will be not covered. Many
participants intending to attend the Quickbooks
workshops find this workshop helpful as an introductory
to payroll.
BEING AN EXECUTOR - LEGAL
RIGHTS & RESPONSIBILITIES
When:
Time:
Location:
Fee:
Presenter:
Minimum:
Wednesday, March 4, 2015
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Nanton Public Library
Fort Macleod Public Library
$ 20.00
Lethbridge College
4 Registrants
This is a videovideo-conference.
This presentation will provide an overview of the legal
rights and responsibilities of an executor (also known as a
personal representative) as that person:
• Gathers in the estate assets,
• Pays the debts,
• Distributes to beneficiaries,
• Generally administers the estate.
You’ll also learn about the changes brought about by the
Wills and Succession Act, legislation in this area.
Willow Creek Adult Learning and
Lethbridge College Public Legal
Education Program co-sponsor these courses.
The purpose of the
Public Legal Education
Program is to help the public learn about law and the legal system. The program is funded by a grant from the Alberta Law Foundation.
Lethbridge College is a
member of PLENA, the
Public Legal
Education Network of Alberta.
INTRODUCTION TO EXCEL
When:
Thursday, April 30
Time:
6:00 – 8:00 pm
Fee:
$ 20.00
Location:
Nanton Public Library
Facilitator:
Malcolm Stick
Minimum:
4 Registrants
This is a fundraiser for the Nanton Public Library
Spreadsheets can make life simpler in so many ways.
This course introduces you to Excel and how easy it is to
make up and modify a simple spreadsheet that can also
easily be expanded for many uses. We have computers
but please bring your own if you have them.
ASPERGER’S SYNDROME—
An Information Session
When:
Time:
Fee:
Location:
Facilitator:
Minimum:
Thursday, April 30
6:30 – 8:00 pm
$ 15.00
Claresholm Public Library
Margaret Taylor, AHS
6 Registrants
Margaret Taylor is a Registered Psychologist with
Alberta Health Services’ Healthy Minds/Healthy
Children. The topic of what is formerly known as
Asperger Syndrome will be discussed, along with the
implications for parents and professionals regarding the
new DSM-5 diagnostic category change. Symptoms and
strategies will also be discussed. Audience questions/
concerns are welcomed.
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NON RESTRICTED FIREARMS
SAFETY
When:
Time:
Location:
Fee:
Instructor:
Minimum
Saturday, March 28
9:00 am—
am—5:00 pm
NantonNanton-Parkland United Church
$ 120.00
Don Lee
10 registrants
This class includes the manual, exam, and the
government application form. Topics covered will be:
the evolution of firearms, major parts, types and actions;
basic firearms safety practices, ammunition; operating
firearms actions; safe handling and carry procedures, firing
techniques and procedures, care of non-restricted firearms,
responsibilities of the firearms owner/user; safe storage,
display, transportation and handling of non-restricted
firearms. Students should bring a bag lunch.
BASIC FOOD SAFETY
When:
Time:
Location:
Fee:
Instructor:
Minimum
Thursday, February 26
6:30—
—9:30 pm
6:30
Claresholm Hospital
MultiMulti-Purpose Room
$ 20.00
Richard Steeves
8 registrants
A basic food safety course for special event and
community function food vendors, community group
fundraiser volunteers, restaurant and child care facility
staff working under a manager with certified food safety
training and anyone interested in learning about basic
food safety at home. There is no exam. Students receive
a card confirming their attendance. Students should
bring a pen or pencil to take notes if they wish.
CLASS 5 WRITTEN LICENSE
PREPARATION
CLASSES FILL QUICKLY,
DON’T WAIT TO
REGISTER!
When:
Time:
Location:
Fee:
Instructor:
Minimum:
CALL 403-553-4106 OR
REGISTER ON-LINE AT
www.willowcreeklearning.ca
Mondays, April 20 & 27
6:30—
6:30—9:30 pm
NantonNanton-Parkland United Church
$ 50.00
Marie Schooten
6 registrants
A Class 5 license permits an operator to drive:
•
•
A two axle single motor vehicle, excluding a motorcycle
A two axle motor vehicle towing a trailer with one or more
axles, if the trailer is not equipped with airbrakes
A recreational vehicle or any combination of a recreational
vehicle and a trailer, if the trailer has not more than two axles
and is not equipped with airbrakes
•
A moped
Class 1, 2, 3, 4 and 6 type vehicles, for learning only
•
No holder of a Class 5 operator's license shall operate a motor
vehicle:
That has a seating capacity of more than 15, while that
vehicle is transporting any person in addition to the operator
•
To transport passengers for hire
The minimum learning age is 14.
•
The minimum licensing age is 16.
Requirements: road test.
Vehicle for road test: any two axle motor vehicle excluding a
motorcycle.
MONEY MATTERS!! A Place to
Start'.
When:
Location:
Time:
Fee:
Presenter:
Thursdays, April 16 & 23
Fort Macleod Public Library
6:30—
6:30—8:30 pm
$ 10 per session
Chinook Credit Union
Unit #1: Spending Plans—Learn ways to get the most out
of your money. This unit is about spending plans and
how you can best meet your needs and goals, and how to
put money aside for the future. For many parents, an
important goal is making sure your children can follow
their dreams for the future. You will find out how The
Canada Education Savings Grant and the Canada Learning
Bond can help you to do that.
Unit #2: Banking Basics—Know your banking choices,
and choose what’s best for you. This unit is about banks
and banking and the choices available to you, such as
personal banking accounts and which type might best suit
you and your money needs.
******YOU WILL BE ONLY BE NOTIFIED IF A CLASS DOES NOT RUN******
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT &
CONSULTATION
POLICIES, PROCEDURES AND
BYLAWS—WHAT ARE THEY?
When:
Time:
Location:
Wednesday, April 22
Noon—
Noon—1:30 pm
Claresholm Public Library
Nanton Public Library
Fee:
$20.00
Instructor:
Scott Vaughan, Alberta Culture,
Community Development Unit
Maximum:
8 Registrants
This is a videovideo-conference.
When:
Time:
Location:
IS THIS YOU? Do you need to seek input from your
stakeholders?
Do you need to involve your
community in decision-making? Do you even know
where to start?
Community Engagement and
Consultation is a process that honours both the
valuable perspectives of your public and the tasks of
the decision-makers. Topics include: theory and
background, promising practices, design planning and
execution, analyzing data and follow-up. Join us in
this hands-on session as we show you a 10 Step
Process and some practical tools to make your public
consultations rock!
Written guidelines for the governance of your organization
can save you and your board time and energy, but
sometimes it is hard to know what information should go in
which documents.
What are the differences between
policies and bylaws? What about objects and procedures?
How do you ensure that what you have on file is adequate
and useful? This session will provide practical tips to help
your board function smoothly.
Wednesday, June 10
Noon—
Noon—1:30 pm
Claresholm Public Library
Nanton Public Library
Fee:
$20.00
Instructor:
Scott Vaughan, Alberta Culture,
Community Development Unit
Maximum:
8 Registrants
This is a videovideo-conference.
BABY MASSAGE
RECRUITING EFFECTIVE BOARD
MEMBERS
When:
Time:
Location:
Fee:
Instructor:
Maximum:
Wednesday, May 20
Noon—
Noon—1:30 pm
Claresholm Public Library
Nanton Public Library
$20.00
Jennifer Beyer, Alberta Culture,
Community Development Unit
8 Registrants
This is a videovideo-conference.
In today’s world it is increasingly difficult to recruit
and maintain a “good” board. To be effective,
recruitment must be a part of an annual cycle that
also involves orienting and training new board
members, and evaluating (formally and informally)
board activities.
Participants will have the
opportunity to identify strategies to recruit, orient
and train board members. Discussion about the
benefits of building a strong board will be
complemented with some practical tools that boards
can use.
When:
Time:
Location:
Fee:
Tuesdays, March 17, 24 & 31
1:00 pm—
pm—2:00 pm
United Church, Claresholm
$ 90.00
When:
Time:
Location:
Fee:
Tuesdays, April 14, 21 & 28
1:00 pm—
pm—2:00 pm
Allied Arts Building, Fort Macleod
$ 70.00
Instructor:
Minimum:
Lee Holfeld, R.M.T.
6 Registrants
Connect with your baby through nurturing touch. These 3
one-hour interactive, hands-on learning sessions will cover
the essentials to promote the health and well being of your
baby. You will learn how to give your baby a full body
massage, including specific strokes to help with difficulties
such as colic and constipation. There is emphasis on infant
communication to help you develop confidence in your
ability to interpret your baby's unique cues. Included in the
class fee is a bottle of natural vegetable based oil and a print
handout of all massage strokes covered in the class. Students
need to bring a blanket or towel and small hand towel. This
course is designed for pre-mobile babies.
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CUT AND CORE
“FUN”CTIONAL FITNESS
When:
When:
Location:
Fee:
Instructor:
Minimum
Mondays, January 26—
26—March 30
4:30—
4:30—5:15pm
Trinity United Church Fort Macleod
$ 65.00
9 Classes
Deb Palmer, AFLCA
8 registrants
This class will sculpt and tone muscles through weight
training and core training. Students should bring
weights, a mat, and a water bottle.
Time:
Location:
Fee:
Instructor:
Minimum
Tuesdays & Thursdays
January 27—
27—April 9
8:00am - 8:45am
Trinity United Church Fort Macleod
$ 115.00
22 classes
Deb Palmer, AFLCA
10 registrants
A perennial favourite! For those who want a gentle yet
challenging workout. Great for those just starting out or
those who are dealing with arthritis. Participants
should bring weights and a water bottle.
GOOD MORNING FORT MACLEOD!
When:
Time:
Location:
Fee:
Instructor:
Minimum
Tuesdays & Thursdays
January 27—
27—April 9
6:00 am - 6:45 am
Trinity United Church Fort Macleod
$ 115.00
22 classes
Deb Palmer, AFLCA
10 registrants
Studies show that people who exercise in the morning
increase their energy and brain power for the rest of
the day. Let us ignite your day. Join us for cardio,
weight training and core work. Students should bring a
mat, weights and water bottle.
“FUN”CTIONAL FITNESS—
XTENDED
When:
Time:
Location:
Fee:
Instructor:
Minimum
Tuesdays & Thursdays
May 12—
12—June 4
8:00 am—
am—8:45 am
Trinity United Church Fort Macleod
$ 60.00
8 classes
Deb Palmer, AFLCA
8 registrants
A perennial favourite, we just get to play a little longer!
For those who want a gentle yet challenging workout.
Great for those just starting out or those who are dealing with arthritis. Participants should bring weights and
a water bottle.
BECOME A “PAINTOLOGIST!”
When:
Time:
Location:
Fee:
Instructor:
Minimum:
Saturday, January 10
11:00 am—
am—5:00 pm
210 Main Street, Fort Macleod
$ 150.00
Cynthia Temoin & Laura Youngren
8 Registrants
Create a shabby/ distressed style with VAN GOGH
FOSSIL PAINT. This workshop will start your
introductory adventure to the Van Gogh Furniture Paint
Collection and will introduce you to the incredible
world of painting furniture with fossil paint (chalk
paint). Students will learn the basics as well as different
distressing techniques and the proper application of Van
Gogh was. Each student will leave with 5 beautiful
samples, a hand painted chart of every colour as well as
the enthusiasm and expertise to go home and start
painting! Students receive a 10% discount on all Van
Gogh products purchased on workshop day. Please
wear your painting clothes or bring an apron because
we love to play and get messy! Light snacks and
refreshments will be served.
CROCHET A CLOTH!
When:
Time:
Location:
Fee:
Instructor:
Minimum:
Saturday, February 7
10:00 am—
am—12:00 Noon
Fort Macleod Library
$ 30.00
Trish Hoskin
5 Registrants
Join us for a morning of crocheting. This is a quick
introductory class for beginners. You will learn the
basics of crocheting and take home a hook and the start
of a dishcloth. Students must pay a $ 5 material fee
directly to the instructor.
******YOU WILL BE ONLY BE NOTIFIED IF A CLASS DOES NOT RUN******
BRANDY ORANGE ROLLS
SOAPMAKING
When:
When:
Time:
Location:
Fee:
Instructor:
Minimum:
Location:
Fee:
Instructor:
Maximum:
Friday, March 13, 6—
6—9 pm
Saturday, March 14, 9am—
9am—Noon
Trinity United Church, Ft. Macleod
$ 75.00
Sonya Brobbel
6 Registrants
Scared of baking with yeast? Take the mystery
out of it and learn how to make Brandy Orange
Rolls. Participants will enjoy coffee and treats
while the rolls are in the oven, and go home with
a pan full to share with your family—or not! Fee
includes all materials and supplies. You must
bring a container or tray to bring your rolls home
in.
Friday, April 17
6:00—
6:00—9:00pm
Claresholm United Church
$ 85.00
Chris Chambers
6 Registrants
The inimitable Ms. Chris Chambers is in charge, so you
can’t help but learn to make your own cold-process olive
oil soap and have fun while you’re doing it! All
participants will go home with approximately 8 bars of
soap. All ingredients and materials are supplied and
included in the cost of the course but bring a small shoe
box and a blanket. The box will be used as a pouring
mould and it will be kept warm with the blanket.
SINGING FOR BEGINNERS!
When:
Time:
Location:
Fee:
Instructor:
Minimum:
Saturday, April 25
9:00 am—
am—12:00 Noon
Empress Theatre Green Room,
Fort Macleod
$ 60.00
Laura Glover, MMus. B.Ed.
6 Registrants
Is singing something you love to do and yet don’t
do because you don’t feel accomplished enough
to join the local choir? Come out and give this
session a try. You will have a quick evaluation to
determine your range and then you will sing,
sing, sing to some of your favourite
musicals….and maybe a simple song or two by
your favourite artist. Hopefully by the end of the
session you will be ready to take the spotlight!
WINE MEETS IT’S MATCH
When:
Time:
Location:
Fee:
Instructor:
Minimum:
Saturday, May 2
6:30—
6:30—8:30 pm
Café Orange, Fort Macleod
$ 35.00
Andrew Hilton Wine & Spirits
10 Registrants
Wine tasting parties are a fantastic way to get
people together. Andrew Hilton Wine & Spirits
are proud to offer a truly unique, eccentric, and
broad selection of wines from around the globe
and they will bring a selection of their favourite
white wines to Fort Macleod.
Please come join us for an opportunity to find
out what’s new for Spring/Summer 2015 and
sample them with a variety of delicious cheeses.
SPECIALTY COFFEE YOU CAN MAKE
AT HOME
When:
Time:
Location:
Fee:
Instructor:
Minimum:
Saturday, February 7
6:00—
6:00—8:00 pm
Café Orange, Fort Macleod
$ 32.50
Thijs Holwerda
7 Registrants
Learn how to make delicious drinks in the comfort of
your own home!! Join us for a brief lesson on a variety of
Espresso coffee drinks, including treats! Bring sure taste
buds and a good attitude!
FELTING WOOL
When:
Time:
Location:
Fee:
Instructor:
Minimum:
Mondays, April 13, 27, May 4 & 11
6:30pm - 8:30pm
210 Main Street, Fort Macleod
Fort Macleod
$ 70.00
Wendy Aikens
6 Registrants
Felting wool is an ancient art, with a bit of manipulation
of the fibres all manner of items can be made. Jewelry,
framed art, slippers, scarves, vests all using the same
principle that changed the beautiful wool sweater that fit
into a thick heavy top for a teddy bear. We will be
covering basic wool and fibre behaviours and make
flowers, jewelry, toys, household items, and wearable
art. Felting is very big on the fashion scene in Europe and
has only "newly arrived" in Canada. Get a fashion foot
up and create your own style. Students have to bring
their own materials at a cost of $35-$40. A list will be
supplied to registrants. Students should also bring gloves.
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TEMPORARY FOREIGN WORKERS—
INFORMATION FOR EMPLOYERS
EAT.
PLAY.
LOVE.
When:
Time:
Location:
Fee:
Presenter:
Wednesday, January 21
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Claresholm United Church
No Charge!
Marie Schooten
March 28th, Willow Creek Community
High School, Claresholm.
Starts at 9:00 a.m.
Drop in and find out the latest information regarding
TFW in your community and workplace. This is a
question and answer opportunity for employers.
Tickets will be available at Claresholm
Public Library and FCSS in the New
Year.
RURAL ROUTES ESL TRAINING
Lunch, snacks, door prizes, great
entertainment! Watch for more
information in the New Year!!
Claresholm Women’s Conference
SENIORS BENEFITS
When:
Time:
Location:
Fee:
Instructor:
Tuesday, May 12
10:30 am—
am—Noon
United Church, Claresholm
No charge! DropDrop-In
Lyndsay Montina, AHS
The Alberta Seniors Benefit (ASB) program provides a monthly
When:
Time:
Location:
Fee:
Instructor:
Thursday, January 29
11:00 am—
am—3:00 pm
Claresholm Library
No charge!
Luisa Toledo
The Rural Routes initiative supports English as a Second
Language learning in rural and small urban
communities. We work primarily with community adult
learning providers including Community Adult Learning
Councils (CALCs) and Volunteer Adult Literacy Programs
(VTALS). If you are a tutor, instructor or coordinators in
a community-based adult learning provider, we can help
you to address the needs of ESL adult learners in your
community.
Workshop topics include grammar, pronunciation, ESL
literacy, introduction to working with ESL learners,
Hands-On Activities for working with ESL learners,
intercultural diversity and the learner.
THE ARMCHAIR TRAVELLER
income supplement to federal income sources including Old
Age Security (OAS) and Guaranteed Income Supplement
(GIS). Eligibility for a benefit is determined by:
the type of accommodation you live in,
•
•
•
your marital/cohabitation status
are 65 years of age or older
your income (combined with your spouse/ partner’s
income, if applicable, regardless of their age)
•
have lived in Alberta for at least 3 months immediately
before applying, and receiving the federal OAS pension,
e.g., have lived in Canada for 10 years.
When:
Time:
Location:
Fee:
Thursdays
February 5, March 5, April 2, May 7
7:00 - 8:30pm
Fort Macleod Library
No charge! DropDrop-In
It’s back! These informal drop-in sessions introduce
you to people and places you’ve never been, by members of your own community who have been there!
Catch up with your neighbours, meet a new friend or
relax with a hot drink while the kids are at lessons!
Presented in partnership with Fort Macleod FCSS and
the Fort Macleod Library.
******YOU WILL BE ONLY BE NOTIFIED IF A CLASS DOES NOT RUN******
Training Inc. Offers FREE** Career and Employment Services
ServicesforworkingandunemployedAlbertanswhoqualify
**FundedinPartnershipWithAlbertaHumanServices**
Professional **Free** Employment Services:
Professional Resume Development
Individualized Job Search Support
Coaching to Get you Hired Quickly
Career Research & Planning
Training to Make Online Job Search and Application Easy
Workshops to Improve Your Job Search and Interviewing Skills
Short-Term Training (ex: Safety Training, Proserve, WHMIS, Computer Training, Food Safety, and More)
Contact Duncan Ledsham
Employment Counsellor
403-330-6566 or Toll-Free at 1-866-380-3480
We also offer a variety of career-driven training programs in Lethbridge, Cardston, and Pincher
Creek.
To register, please call 403-320-5100 in Lethbridge, 403-627-1874 in Pincher Creek, 403-653-4603 in Cardston
or
Toll Free at 1-866-380-3480 Visit our website at www.traininginc.ca for more information.
Food Safety Online (NFSTP)
1 day
$125.00 H2S Alive
First Aid (CPR/AED) St. John
Ambulance Certified
Standard ~ Level A, B or C
2 days $147.00 Flag Person-ACSA
½ day $78.75
First Aid (CPR/AED) St. John
Ambulance Certified
Emergency ~ Level A, B, or C
1 day
1 day
$115.5
0
Fusion Safety Services OSSA
Certified Regional Orientation
1 hour $105.00 Construction Safety Training (CSTS) Online – ACSA
1 day
$105.0
0
Fall Protection Group OSSA
Certified Fall Protection
1 day
½ day $52.50
Confined Space Entry & Rescue
1 day
$110.25 Petroleum Safety Training (PST) Online – Enform
$168.00 Transportation of Dangerous
1 day
$152.2
5
Goods (TDG)
$157.50 Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System
½ day $52.50
(WHMIS)
Ground Disturbance Level II
(ABCGA)
1 day
$157.50 *Prices Subject to Change
Health Care Aide: 5-month provincial certi4ication. Funding options available for students.
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Community Family Literacy
Rhyme Programs
Family Rhyme Tyme is oﬀered twice a year
in Claresholm ( fall and winter, early spring).
This family literacy program focuses on the
strengths of parents as “ﬁrst teachers” for
their children in their early years. Through
an oral language seng using rhymes,
songs, movement and story telling,
parenng strategies and adult/child bonds
are strengthened while children develop
the pa!erns and rhythms of language.
Family
Literacy Day
January 27th,
2015
Books For Babies
Mother Goose Rhymes is oﬀered in
Nanton three mes a year (fall, winter, late
spring). This family literacy program
promotes language development in the
early years(0-5), strengthens
communicaon within the family unit and
builds on parents as “ﬁrst teachers”.
Through rhymes, songs, lullabies, stories
learned in an oral language seng, new
parenng strategies are developed and
crical bonds
As a charter member of the Chinook Books
For Babies Society, Project READ is the local
sponsor for this program. Through this
program , book bags containing a board book
and a picture book, easy to read informaon
on the importance of sharing books with
your baby and informaon on local literacy
programs are provided without charge to all
families with new-borns in our region.
Through our partnership with Alberta Health
Services these book bags are distributed by
health nurses, who recognize the importance
of early literacy, in each community. For
more informaon contact either the Nanton/
Claresholm oﬃce at 403-652-9533 or the
Fort Macleod oﬃce at 403-553-4106.
******YOU WILL BE ONLY BE NOTIFIED IF A CLASS DOES NOT RUN******
PAL
PAL-the Partnership Approach to Literacy
encourages reluctant readers, through
shared reading and acvies, to become
more ﬂuid readers and ﬁnd enjoyment in
learning. Volunteer tutors, either adults or
peers, are trained in alternave learning
strategies and work with their learners in
the school seng. This program is currently
available in Fort Macleod with plans to oﬀer
it in Claresholm and Nanton. For more
informaon contact our oﬃces at 403-6529533 or 403-553-4106.
Other family literacy programs that may be
oﬀered include:
ALAPS – Aboriginal Literacy and Parenng
Skills may be oﬀered in culturally
appropriate sengs through local
partnerships. Modiﬁed materials on
parenng topics and child development are
provided through presentaons. Parcipants
are encouraged in their role as “ﬁrst
teachers” to develop strong modeling
behaviours to use with their children.
BOOKS – Books Oﬀer Our Kids Success.
Through this program a facilitator working
with a group of parents or care-givers
models book sharing strategies and story
extensions ( art, craE, drama, music).
Families develop a greater appreciaon for
the role of books within their homes and a
foundaon for building their own “library”.
PILLOWSLIP STORIES/BOOKS IN A BOX are a
tool for supporng and developing emergent
literacy in a variety of sengs- family literacy
programs, libraries, classrooms, day cares,
pre-schools, etc. Each pillowslip or book box
contains a high quality picture book, a non
ﬁcon related book and materials for story
extensions and smulang reading acvies.
Language Programs
English Language Learning is oﬀered through
formal and informal sengs. Group
conversaon classes are oﬀered throughout
the region as required. Through these,
newcomers are oﬀered an opportunity to
pracce using oral English, reading, wring,
and learn about social customs or discuss
se!lement issues in a safe environment.
Blackfoot Language Learning is oﬀered in a
variety of sengs and through alternave
mediums. Through a partnership with
Alberta Health Services, community health
praconers have an opportunity to work
with learners in culturally appropriate
sengs. Family literacy may also be oﬀered
through this program.
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SALAS (Southern Alberta Language Assessment
Services Ltd.) provides English language
assessments using the Canadian Language
Benchmarks.
403-553-5354
People can find Kids First on Facebook at Kids First
Family Centre Fort Macleod and on Twitter @kidsfirstfc
and email @ [email protected]
MAKE & MINGLE
A chance for Moms and other Caregivers to
get out of the house, work on a craft or project
and pick up some parenting tips while the kids
are taken care of next door. This FREE program
takes place every Wednesday afternoon
from 1:30 PM—3:00 PM at the Alliance Church.
Coffee/tea and snacks for the kids are provided.
Call 403-553-5354 for more information
COMMUNITY GOOD FOOD BOX
A program offered in Fort Macleod,
Granum and Brocket, anyone in these
communities can pick up a bag of fresh
produce for $10 (valued at $18-$20).
Orders and payment must be in by the
last Thursday of the month for pick up
on the 2nd Thursday of the next
month.
TRIPLE P
Is Sibling rivalry driving you crazy? Managing Fighting and
Aggression, January 22, 2015 @ 7:00pm Alliance Church
Hall. This free program is a hour long discussion group on how
to deal with destructive behavior in a positive non hurtful
way! Snack and childcare included: Please RSVP your spot as
there is limited space. 1716 7A AVE, Fort Macleod. Kids
First Family Centre 403-553-5354 for more info on Triple P.
FREE BLACKFOOT BEADING
At lunch me every Tuesday for students Grades 3-5 at
W.A. Day School, kids learn tradional First Naons beading
skills.
Assessments are provided free of charge for
Permanent Residents and Canadian citizens.
Clients must provide their Permanent Resident
card/Driver’s License at the time of the
assessment.
Language assessments take approximately two
hours. Each person assessed will receive the
results immediately, along with referrals to
LINC or ESL classes and community agencies.
Temporary Foreign Worker/Visitor status: Fee
- $150.00(cash)
Please register for an assessment by
contacting:
♦ SALAS office at the toll free number 1-888329-4811
♦ e-mailing [email protected]
♦ phoning 403-652-9533
SALAS is funded by :
CIC (Government of Canada)
AHS (Government of Alberta)
PARENT PRESCHOOL PROGRAM
In the Preschool Room at F.P. Walshe School. Parents
receive valuable education while children learn through
play. Limited openings, must register. Visit the PPP
Website: parentpreschoolprogram.weebly.com
MY FOOD AND ME
Parents and Tots / Preschoolers discover together where
food comes from and what it does to build and
strengthen little bodies. Pre-registration is required be
cause each 4-month session involves planting, nurturing,
harvesting, preparing/cooking and sharing the fun of
eating what has been grown.
Program is FREE and runs on Mondays, from 1:30 PM—
3:00 PM Call 403-715-4653 to register for FebruaryMay.
******YOU WILL BE ONLY BE NOTIFIED IF A CLASS DOES NOT RUN******
We offer Rhymes programming in
Stavely in partnership with FCSS
to provide appropriate learning
opportunities for the community.
FORT MACLEOD PUBLIC
LIBRARY
403-553-3880
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
9:00—5:00pm
Thursday, 1:00—9:00pm
Friday & Saturday - 1:00—5:00pm
GRANUM LIBRARY
403-687-3912
Tuesday & Wednesday 10:00—5:00pm
Thursday 2:00—6:00pm
Friday 11:00—5:00pm
CLARESHOLM PUBLIC
LIBRARY
403-625-4168
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday &Friday
10:00—5:30pm
Thursday 10:00—8:00pm
Saturday 10:00—3:00pm
STAVELY MUNICIPAL
LIBRARY
403-549-2190
Monday 1:30— 6:00pm
Tuesday 9:00— 5:00pm
Wednesday 12:30—6:00pm
Thursday 1:30—5:00pm
NANTON PUBLIC
LIBRARY
403-646-5535
Tuesday through Friday
10:00—7:00pm
Saturday 11:00—4:00pm
NANTON
• NICOLE VAN LANGEN
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
403-646-2436
STAVELY
• GAIL WILSON
DIRECTOR
403-549-2262
CLARESHOLM
• BARBARA BELL
DIRECTOR
403-625-4417
GRANUM
• SHIRLEY MURPHY
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
403-687-3840
FORT MACLEOD
• ANGIE 0’CONNOR
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
403-553-4491
Abes
Alberta Business and Educational Services
“Helping people transform their lives through education.”
if you are interested in a Health Care Career….Programs at ABES can
help you reach your goals.
• Government of Alberta Health Care Aide Program.
• Unit Clerk/Medical Office Assistant.
• Medical Device Reprocessing Technician.
• Medical Laboratory Assistant.
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Name: ______________________________________
Ph.:(day)_________________ (eve.)____________________
Address: _______________________________Postal Code:________
Name of Course:____________________________________________
Located in: (town) ________________ Start date: ________________
Fee: $___________ CHEQUE # __________
Your Signature: _____________________________
Please complete and mail this form with your fee to Willow Creek Adult Learning. Make cheques payable to W.C.C.A.L.S. - a separate
cheque for each course please. This form completes your registration and confirms your place in class unless you ar e told otherwise.
Cheques will be deposited one week prior to start date of course.
W.C.C.A.L.S. Registration Form (please PRINT)
Name: _______________________________________
Ph.: (day)_________________ (eve.)_____________________
Address: _______________________________Postal Code:________
Name of Course:____________________________________________
Located in: (town) ________________ Start date:________________
Fee: $__________ CHEQUE # _________
Your Signature: _____________________________
Please complete and mail this form with your fee to Willow Creek Adult Learning. Make cheques payable to W.C.C.A.L.S. - a separate
cheque for each course please. This form completes your registration and confirms your place in class unless you ar e told otherwise.
Cheques will be deposited one week prior to start date of course.
W.C.C.A.L.S. Registration Form (please PRINT)