The Politics of Disability
Claudia Malacrida ,
Thursday, December 18, 2008 12:00 PM
How do we see people with disability? Are they fellow humans? Do we treat them with respect? Or are they a burden?
Conscientious Objection to Military Service and Citizenship: A Canadian Perspective
Amy Shaw ,
Thursday, December 11, 2008 12:00 PM
The appalling death toll of the First World War and the need for a sense of equality of sacrifice on the home front led to Canada’s first experience of overseas conscription.
Have Albertans Given the Stelmach Government a Free Ride?
Greg Weadick MLA ,
Thursday, December 4, 2008 12:00 PM
Only 41% of registered voters actually voted in Alberta’s last general election in March this year – an historical low for the province.
Will Lethbridge''s Most Vulnerable Seniors Soon Be At Risk?
David Eggen ,
Thursday, November 27, 2008 12:00 PM
A controversy is raging in Lethbridge. The provincial health authorities, Chinook Health, have announced a shift in its approach to long-term care for the elderly.
Will Lethbridge
David Eggen ,
Thursday, November 27, 2008 12:00 PM
A controversy is raging in Lethbridge. The provincial health authorities, Chinook Health, have announced a shift in its approach to long-term care for the elderly.
The Global Financial Crisis: What happened and what is being done?
Eric Helleiner ,
Thursday, November 20, 2008 12:00 PM
Many economists believe we are presently living through the worst global financial crisis since the Great Depression. Why has this crisis taken place and what lessons should be learned to avoid a repetition in the future?
Why Direct Action?
Mike Hudema ,
Wednesday, November 19, 2008 12:00 PM
Direct action is a form of resistance that aims to derail offensive practices to create more favorable ones using immediately available means.
Should Alberta be Kept Free of Nuclear Power?
Adele Boucher Rymhs ,
Thursday, November 13, 2008 12:00 PM
The wheels have been set in motion to build western Canada’s first nuclear power plant. Bruce Power Alberta bought the assets of Energy Alberta Corporation and filed an application with the federal government to build a nuclear power plant earlier this year.
Energy, Environment and the Economy - Discovering Alberta''s Future
David Layzell ,
Thursday, November 6, 2008 12:00 PM
Shrinking reserves of oil and gas, shifts in the geopolitical landscape, and mounting environmental concerns all test our ability to meet the growing demand for energy.
Lethbridge Public Finances: Is City Hall Gouging Our Citizens?
Robert Babki ,
Thursday, October 30, 2008 1:00 PM
For many years, local residents have benefited from critical comments on the City of Lethbridge’s management of public finances by retired lawyer, Robert Babki.
Is TILMA the Model for Internal Trade in Canada? Part 2: The argument for
Shawn Robbins ,
Thursday, October 23, 2008 1:00 PM
TILMA is the Trade, Investment and Labour Mobility Agreement between Alberta and British Columbia. It provides for a virtual economic union between the two provinces.
Is TILMA the Model for Internal Trade in Canada? Part 1: The argument against
Ken Collier ,
Thursday, October 16, 2008 1:00 PM
TILMA is the Trade, Investment and Labour Mobility Agreement between Alberta and British Columbia. The agreement was signed in 2006 without public consultation or debate in any legislature.
Have Albertans Given the Stelmach Government a Free Ride?
Bridget Pastoor, MLA ,
Thursday, October 9, 2008 1:00 PM
At the last Alberta general election, only 41% of registered voters exercised their right to vote – an historical low for the province.
Federal Election Forum
Candidates ,
Monday, October 6, 2008 1:00 PM
Worried about gas prices, food costs and the credit crunch? Will health care be affordable in our old-age? Who do you trust to look after our interests and our country?
Federal Election 2008: Will the Liberal Party Survive?
Peter McCormick ,
Thursday, October 2, 2008 1:00 PM
Recent polls suggest another minority government in Canada after the October 14th vote, albeit the demographics of Parliament may change. Initially, environmental issues were high on the campaign agenda, arguably for good reason.
The Taser Controversy: Are Stun Guns Really Non-Lethal?
Don Wright ,
Tuesday, September 30, 2008 1:00 PM
Ever since the hapless Polish immigrant, Robert Dziekanski, died at Vancouver International Airport last year after being zapped with Tasers by RCMP officers, a flood of outrage has swept across the country and around the world.
Have Albertans Given the Stelmach Government a Free Ride?
Brian Mason, MLA and leader of the Alberta NDP ,
Thursday, September 25, 2008 1:00 PM
At the recent Alberta general election, a historically low 41% of registered voters exercised their right to vote. Although those that did gave the Stelmach government a massive majority of 86 percent of the seats at the Legislature, the mandate, in fact, came from less than one-quarter of the electorate.
Annual General Meeting
Board and Committee Chairs ,
Thursday, June 12, 2008 1:00 PM
SACPA is a community organization. It is your forum to discuss issues of concern, be they local, provincial, national or international.
Forty Years of SACPA: A Tribute to Gordon Campbell
Van Christou and Leonard Haney ,
Thursday, June 5, 2008 1:00 PM
Even before arriving in Lethbridge Gordon Campbell was an established Adult Educator, first in Regina and later as President of the College in Castlegar.
Balancing the Demands on Our Scarce Water Resources
Kathleen Murphy, P. Eng. ,
Thursday, May 29, 2008 1:00 PM
Alberta continues to experience rapid economic growth, particularly in the southern part of the province. The demands of that growth on the available water supply are becoming exceedingly difficult to manage.
Tasers: The Rules of Engagement
Tom McKenzie, Jason Walper and Alex Hann ,
Thursday, May 22, 2008 1:00 PM
Ever since the hapless Polish immigrant, Robert Dziekanski, died at Vancouver International Airport last year after being zapped with Tasers by RCMP officers, a flood of outrage has swept across the country and around the world.
Have Albertans Given the Stelmach Government a Free Ride?
Paul Hinman ,
Thursday, May 15, 2008 1:00 PM
At the recent Alberta general election, a historically low 41% of registered voters exercised their right to vote. Although those that did gave the Stelmach government a massive majority of 86 percent of the seats at the Legislature, the mandate, in fact, came from less than one-quarter of the electorate.
Right-Wing Nationalism in Japan: The Rise and Fall of Shinzo Abe
Dr. Trevor Harrison ,
Thursday, May 8, 2008 1:00 PM
Shinzo Abe became Japan’s prime minister in September 2006, capping a political rise termed by one scholar as “extraordinary.” Public opinion polls at that time showed widespread support for Abe who proposed, among other things, to revise the country’s constitution and education system and to make it once more a “beautiful nation.
Has Exhibition Park Outgrown Its Present Location?
Georgina Knitel and Rudy Friesen ,
Thursday, May 1, 2008 1:00 PM
Exhibition Park has been part of Lethbridge for over a century. In 2007, it estimates that it contributed more than $80 million dollars to our local economy and provided entertainment and knowledge to over 850,000 visitors.
Does Corporate Support of Universities Threaten Academic Freedom?
Dr. Andrew Hakin, Dr. James M. Byrne, Dr. Ian McKenna ,
Thursday, April 24, 2008 1:00 PM
Today’s public universities in Canada and across the globe are intended to serve the public interest. While public universities in Canada are funded by provincial and federal governments, freedom in determining teaching curriculum and research shielded the institutions from the dictates of governments and private interests.
The Global Nuclear System and Canada's Deadly Secret
Dr. Jim Harding ,
Thursday, April 17, 2008 1:00 PM
Saskatchewan’s uranium mining is at the front end of the global nuclear system. Dr. Jim Harding, author of Canada’s Deadly Secret, Saskatchewan Uranium and the Global Nuclear System, will reveal the negative impacts of nuclear mining on Aboriginal rights, human health and environment.
Evolution and Creationism: a two-part presentation
Larry Dye ,
Thursday, April 10, 2008 1:00 PM
Part II – A Creationist’s Viewpoint Creationism is often defined as a religious belief that humanity, life, the Earth, and the universe were created in their original form by a deity (often the Abrahamic God of Judaism, Christianity and Islam) or deities, whose existence is presupposed.
Evolution and Creationism: a two-part presentation
Dr. Bryson Brown ,
Thursday, April 3, 2008 1:00 PM
Evolution and Creationism A two-part presentation Part I – The Theory of Evolution Since it was published by Charles Darwin nearly 150 years ago, the theory of evolution has been supported by a mounting body of scientific evidence.
A More Democratic Alberta: How do we get there?
Harold Jansen ,
Thursday, March 27, 2008 1:00 PM
At the recent Alberta provincial election, a historical low 41% of registered voters exercised their right to vote. In that election, the Progressive Conservative government was re-elected with a massive majority, 72 of the legislature’s 83 seats.
The Obama Phenomenon
Peter McCormick ,
Thursday, March 20, 2008 1:00 PM
In February, Albertans sleep-walked their way through a campaign that is finally the answer to the question “What if they held an election and nobody noticed?
Rough and Tumble Play and the Development of Social Competency
Sergio Pellis ,
Thursday, March 13, 2008 1:00 PM
Young animals of many species, including humans, devote up to 25% of their lives to play. Yet parents and institutions often discourage play, especially when it involves rough-housing, and instead encourage children to focus on what they view as more serious forms of enrichment.
Homelessness and Schizophrenia
Austin Mardon ,
Thursday, March 6, 2008 12:00 PM
If Austin Mardon had not strictly adhered to his treatment regime of taking antipsychotic medications he believes that he could very easily have ended up on the street.
Homelessness and Schizophrenia
Austin Mardon ,
Thursday, March 6, 2008 12:00 PM
If Austin Mardon had not strictly adhered to his treatment regime of taking antipsychotic medications he believes that he could very easily have ended up on the street.
Challenges and opportunities are changing the manufacturing industry in Canada.
Dr. Jayson Myers ,
Thursday, February 28, 2008 12:00 PM
”Business as usual” is not an option in today’s world of global competition for market share. Technological improvements must be ongoing to achieve “world-class” quality products.
Provincial Election 2008 - Lethbridge West Forum
Candidates ,
Tuesday, February 26, 2008 12:00 PM
SACPA Special Sessions in association with Lethbridge Public Library A Provincial General Election has been called for March 3, 2008. Our democratic system is based on citizens expressing their point of view and participating in the political process.
Provincial Election 2008 - Lethbridge East Forum
Candidates ,
Monday, February 25, 2008 12:00 PM
SACPA Special Session in association with Lethbridge Public Library A Provincial General Election has been called for March 3, 2008. Our democratic system is based on citizens expressing their point of view and participating in the political process.
Water Scarcity in Southern Alberta: Who Is Managing This Precious Resource?
Bill Berzins ,
Thursday, February 21, 2008 12:00 PM
Water is an increasingly scarce resource in southern Alberta. 80% of the population lives in the south but the region has only about 20% of the province’s fresh water supply.
Prison American Style: a cautionary tale
Dr. Malcolm Greenshields ,
Thursday, February 14, 2008 12:00 PM
Recent adjustments in American criminal justice policy have created a uniquely large prison population. Dr. Malcolm Greenshields will discuss his views on the effectiveness of these policies.
Brain Myths
Patti Sorensen ,
Thursday, February 7, 2008 12:00 PM
Myths about our brains are everywhere. Some of the myths, such as the “Mozart effect” and “we only use 10% of our brain”, are relatively harmless.
Key Issues Facing Alberta
Brian Mason, MLA ,
Friday, February 1, 2008 12:00 PM
Largely because of increasing global oil shortages, Alberta’s economy continues to boom. But what is happening to our quality of life?
From Welfare to Social Justice
Dr. Bruce Miller, MLA ,
Thursday, January 31, 2008 12:00 PM
From Welfare to Social Justice Compassion and Social Justice: Redesigning Social Policy for Alberta Given the realities of poverty, homelessness and increasing inequality in Alberta, it is time to re-examine and redesign our social welfare system.
Royalties Debate Proved Acid Test
Ricardo Acuna ,
Thursday, January 24, 2008 12:00 PM
Oil prices are at record levels. But who will benefit in Alberta: the oil companies or Albertans? The above headline from the Calgary Herald article “2007, THE YEAR IN POLITICS” calls the Alberta Royalty Review “the most important economic decision in Canada this year”.
Recycling CO2 Emissions into Plant Nutrients
Gary Lewis and Dave Balfour ,
Wednesday, January 23, 2008 12:00 PM
Could a local farmer have discovered a way of helping combat global warming and reducing world hunger? In 2000, Cowley rancher Gary Lewis wondered what was wrong with his hay fields.
Gangs and Organized Crime in Lethbridge
Chief Tom McKenzie and Sergeant Dave Maze ,
Thursday, January 17, 2008 12:00 PM
The activities of gangs and organized crime were once considered a “big city” problem. Increasingly however, such gangs are now getting well established throughout our communities, urban and rural alike.
The Global Challenges of the 21st Century: Our Role as Citizens
Dr. Saren Azer ,
Thursday, January 10, 2008 12:00 PM
The Global Challenges of the 21st Century: Our Role as Citizens By scientific accounts humanity faces complicated and rather dangerous challenges, from population growth to the depletion of natural resources to environmental degradation.