February is the start of Black History Month.
Celebrated annually, Black History Month is a time to learn about the lives and legacies of Black Albertans who helped break barriers and build our province. It is also a time to recommit ourselves to building a more fair and equitable society for all.
Use the #BlackHistoryMonth to join in conversation on social media.
Jan. 29th is the National Day of Remembrance of the Quebec City Mosque Attack and Action Against Islamophobia.
It marks six years since the horrific attack at the Islamic Culture Centre of Quebec City. Mamadou Tanou Barry, Ibrahima Barry, Khaled Belkacemi, Abdelkrim Hassane, Azzeddine Soufiane and Aboubaker Thabti were killed after evening prayers when a gunman opened fire. The attack left 17 children fatherless.
Today, and everyday, we must stand strong against Islamophobia and discrimination.
Red Deer-North constituents can send their questions, comments, concerns or ideas to their MLA by using the contact form on this website.
January 27 is International Holocaust Remembrance Day. Today, we remember the innocent lives lost during the Holocaust and the Nazi regime and reaffirm our commitment to standing against anti-Semitism, hatred and discrimination.
International Holocaust Remembrance Day was first established in 2005 by the United Nations and is observed annually on Jan. 27 – the same day in 1945 when the Auschwitz-Birkenau, the largest Nazi concentration camp, was liberated by the Soviet Union.
More than six million Jewish people were killed, including one million at Auschwitz-Birkenau
Sláinte Mhath! Happy Robbie Burns Day to all those recognizing the work of the great poet and author Robert Burns.
Robert Burns was an 18th century literary figure who composed Auld Lang Syne, Tam O’Shanter and many other Scots poems. Celebrated on or near his Jan. 25 birthday, the occasion has been observed annually since 1801 by people of Scottish heritage.
Residents of Red Deer-North can join in community festivities with the Red Deer and District Pipe Band’s Robbie Burns Night dinner on Jan. 28, 2023 at the Elks Lodge at 6315 Horn St. The event will include traditional Scottish music, dancing and haggis.
Doors will open at 6 p.m. with dinner served at 7 p.m. For tickets or more information, contact Arnie MacAskill at (403)505-6946 or reddeerdistrictpipeband@gmail.com.
