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National Volunteer Week
National Volunteer Week starts April 18. The library would like to recognize and thank the many volunteers who make it possible for us to offer library services in Jasper.
International Women’s Day: Highlighting the achievements of local women Posted by: fitzhugh Posted date:
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International Women’s Day celebrated the achievements of women on March 8. The
Fitzhugh spoke with several local women of achievement, including Estelle Blanchette (top left), Jenna McGrath (top right), Matricia Bauer (bottom left), Candace Broughton (bottom right) and Lynn Wannop (not pictured). | Supplied photos
Joanne McQuarrie, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter | reporter@fitzhugh.ca
Since the first gathering in 1911, International Women’s Day has celebrated the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women annually on March 8.
A few women in Jasper each talked about their journey that has led to where they are today.
by Craig Takeuchi on February 3rd, 2021 at 9:00 AM 1 of 1 2 of 1
With so many unpredictable factors involved in the current state of the pandemic from vaccines to variants the question of whether Pride celebrations will be held in some physical form or virtually this year remains up in the air.
In Toronto, all events up to March 31 have been cancelled but it remains to be seen how Toronto Pride will be held in June. (In 2020, the parade was held online.)
Winter Pride festivals
At B.C. COVID-19 briefings, Dr. Bonnie Henry has explained that outdoor winter sport activities are safe but what is of concern is when people gather afterwards indoors. For those heading out to the ski hills, Henry has said that day trips are less risky than staying overnight or for several days.