I don’t hear scheming and plans for vagrancy
Whenever I spend even a few moments in the Neighbors Outreach of Wetaskiwin, I hear stories of heartache and struggle and yearning, aching for change. I don’t hear scheming and plans for vagrancy!
There are definite and workable possibilities to address these struggles and addictions, we simply need to welcome these, not fear them, as a...
There is nothing unfriendly about City Hall
First off – there is nothing “un”friendly or “un”welcoming about city hall. Whenever I need some direction I simply ask. There is one thing that could be a little more obvious: who should I ask first? There doesn’t seem to be a main receptionist. It really doesn’t make much difference to me but it may be...
Capitalize on a media liaison role
Unfortunately, this city is developing a reputation to the external world as being a location for frequent crime, substance abuse and addictions, and – in general – a city in decline with very few positive attributes. This is, in part, due to the high proportion of ‘bad news’ stories that make their way into the...
Language Coffee House a big sucesss
On a beautiful winter Saturday afternoon (February 20, 2010) the Wetaskiwin Public Library opened up their doors to some of the city's wide range of cultures and languages. The event, the Language Coffee House, was well attended and featured a number of language stations including Japanese, Spanish, French and Norsk....
What is there to do in Wetaskiwin?
In talking with people, one of the most common complaints about Wetaskiwin is that "there isn't anything to do." While this is definitely a concern, in some cases, the issue might just be about not knowing about what's going on in the City and surrounding area.
So, the idea is simple -- tell us what...
Winter water tower pic wins photo contest
Congratulations to Janice Chau who, in an extremely close vote and final decision, was named winner of the "What does your Wetaskiwin look like?" photo contest.
In winning the grand prize, Ms. Chau will receive $500 and any of the fame and glory that come from winning the photo contest.
I see a deep beauty in this town when we get past the surface and the intended attractions.
I see a deep beauty in this town when we get past the surface and the intended attractions. I see a great revolution of hope and health as we get past the negative of present problems and see what could be as our relationship with First Nations Peoples grows!
A writeup on Wetaskiwin’s magestic tower
The Wetaskiwin water tower stood unconnected and unused for a year and a half following construction, as the town's water and sewage system didn't actually reach it until 1909. Today it primarily serves the western end of Wetaskiwin - now a city of 12,285 inhabitants - drawing water from Coal Lake. Formed on the Battle...
“I personally really would like to see Wetaskiwin as an attractive city”
Feeback from wetaskiwintomorrow.ca
"I am a young women, living here with my husband and my 2 year old son. Originially I am from Germany. I was used to live in a city with about 60 000 inhabitants. Since I moved to Canada, particullarily to Wetaskiwin, I have to get used to a small city. Of course...
Wetaskiwin, the good and the bad
"Good: People, awesome elementary schools, healthcare (physicians, hospital), Tea Shop, Body Logic, Nutters, movie theatre, reasonable taxes, Iron Boar, mail delivered to door, Reynolds museum, good sports for kids ..."
My favourite thing about Wetaskiwin: Marvelyn Reuer
Wetaskiwin Today host Marvelyn Reuer tell us her favourite thing about the city -- the people, the places and the things we have to do.
My favourite thing about Wetaskiwin: Justin Littlechild
CAG Member Justin Littlechild talks about his favourite thing about Wetaskiwin -- the food.