Podcasts about Red Deer College

About the Guest Kristen Cumming's career is focused on improving the connection between people and their work. She completed a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and a Master of Education degree in Workplace and Adult Learning. Kristen spent 11 years instructing in the Donald School of Business at Red Deer College and the Bachelor […]

Gerry Rasmussen Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know Canadian cartoonist Gerry Rasmussen. In this episode, we chat about how Gerry got into drawing, and how he started making money with his artistic skills while still in elementary school by selling on the spot drawings of 'Denis the Menace' to fellow school kids. Next, we get into how he met his co-creator, Gary Delainey at art school. Together, they produce a daily comic strip called 'Betty'. They have been making this comic strip for nearly 50 years, and due to its runs in The Edmonton Journal, and other publications; it is one of the most recognized comics in Canada! Being featured on GoComics.com and syndicated by King Features doesn't hurt either! 'Betty' has been popularized throughout modern popular culture for several decades; even a fun tie-in with The Edmonton Oilers hockey organization. We also touch on some of the children's books Gerry has illustrated, such as 'Sniffy the Beagle' with author Rita Eagle; and the sports books: 'Crazy About Hockey', 'Crazy About Soccer', & 'Crazy About Basketball' by author Loris Lesynski. Finally, we discuss his passion for teaching art to kids and adults. In partnership with a couple of universities in and around Edmonton, Gerry teaches, draws, and motivates the next generation of art enthusiasts. If you happen to see him at Red Deer Polytechnic (formerly Red Deer College), or The Pygmalion School of Art, tell him you heard him on Fascination Street Podcast!Special thanks to Gerry's son Nils Rasmussen (Uncle Outrage) for turning me onto his spectacular father!

Canadian artist Corri-Lynn Tetz takes us on an intimate journey through the world of figurative painting, sharing how her grandmother's artistry ignited her passion for painting. From studying at Red Deer College, Emily Carr University, and Concordia University, Corri opens up about navigating the challenges of art school as a figurative painter and the tension woven into her work. She reveals how persistence and a commitment to her artistic vision have been essential, even when her chosen path felt like a "dirty secret." Talking on the heels of her first European solo show in London, Tetz's story is one of resilience and unwavering dedication to her craft.In our discussion, we discuss transforming found images into paintings that challenge the male gaze, with Corri sharing her unique perspective on using more explicit images that emphasize humanity instead of objectification. We touch on her experiences at recent exhibitions like "Tender Buttons" in London and discuss the demanding yet exhilarating task of balancing creative pressures during busy periods. Corri-Lynn reflects on her career's winding roads, offering invaluable advice for budding artists on embracing the uncertainty and financial realities of the artistic journey. Stay tuned for insights and inspiration from an artist dedicated to lifelong exploration and innovation. Connect with us:Madison Beale, HostCroocial, ProductionBe a guest on The Artalogue Podcast

Sask Volleyball Hall of Famer, CIS Player of the Year, National Team and Professional player and current head coach of the University of Saskatchewan Mark Dodds joins the show. Mark has accomplish so much in his career. We talk about his start in volleyball, Canada Games, winning a National Championship with Red Deer College, being CIS POY, going to FTC, playing pro in Germany and Belgium, getting into coaching and so much more!  If you enjoyed this show or any of the previous episodes please give a 5 star review on Apple, leave a comment and remember the best compliment you can give us is telling your friends about the show! Stay excellent! 

Corri-Lynn Tetz was born in Calgary, Alberta and lives and works in Montreal. She studied at Red Deer College, Emily Carr and graduated from the MFA program at Concordia University. Tetz has received project support from the Conseil des Art et des Lettres du Quebec, The Canada Council for the Arts, the Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation, and in 2016, was awarded the Brucebo Residency Fellowship. Her work was featured in the Magenta Foundations Carte Blanche: A Survey of Canadian Painting and in 2012, she was as a finalist in the RBC Painting Competition. Corri's paintings have been exhibited across Canada, Sweden and the United States. Most recently, her work was featured in a large-scale, solo exhibition at Contemporary Calgary, in Calgary, Alberta.

Mike drinks tea with Suzanne Hermary. Suzanne studied music and completed the Theatre Studies – Performance diploma program at Red Deer College. She then went to Sheridan College, Ontario, and graduated with Honours from their Bachelor of Musical Theatre Performance. Living in Toronto and Paris, Suzanne developed a passion for fine arts, architecture, food, history, culture, music, and literature.  The theme of Suzanne's story was learning about her passion for the arts and theatre and how she went from working as a travel agent to becoming the Executive Director of the Red Deer Arts Council. Suzanne shared how she obtained a Bachelor's in Musical Theatre Performances and some of the countries she has visited. Other topics of conversation included volunteering, community, music, and architecture. Share this episode with someone you know. Find the Tea with Mike show through:  Website: http://teawithmike.com  Podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-johnson933  X: https://twitter.com/tea_with_mike?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teawithmike  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TEAWITHMIKEJ  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/teawithmike    Find Suzanne Hermary through:  X: https://twitter.com/mamaofjazz?lang=en  LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/suzanne-hermary  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/suzanne.hermary 

Kimberly Beaune is an accomplished event industry professional with nearly years experience. After receiving her Hospitality training at Red Deer College, she began her career in hotel sales. It didn't take long for Kimberly to fall in love with the magic of event design and go on to explore that passion through senior roles in off-site catering, destination management, décor & design and entertainment. While building her foundation in events in Toronto, she also began to create, produce, direct and design theatre projects for the award-winning theatre company Keystone Theatre. As her worlds of events and theatre began to blend, a passion for telling stories through design and event animation grew. Kimberly continued to hone her design aesthetic and established her approach to event storytelling by leading the concept, creation and design of hundreds of unique projects across Canada. She has served as an industry mentor and leader and spoken internationally regarding event design and logistics. Since launching her boutique event firm Creative Twist Inc. in 2014, she has twice been named one of Canada's “Most Influential Event Professionals” by Bizbash Magazine and won three Canadian Event Industry Awards for her work. In 2021 family brought her back home to Red Deer. Since moving her headquarters to Alberta, she continued to work with key event clients in both Ontario and Alberta. Never far from theatre, she sits on the board of directors for Prime Stock Theatre in Red Deer and is their acting General Manager. Recently, she took over the day to day management of The Scott Block, a vintage black box theatre and cabaret space in Red Deer. This new venture brings both of her worlds together under one roof; a venue for unique and engaging events, and a creative space for theatre and performance. What stories can she help you tell? www.creativetwist.ca Instagram: @creative.twist Support Stageworthy Donate: tips.pinecast.com/jar/stageworthy

Artist, Mother & Author Brandi Hofer shares so many nuggets of wisdom in this inspirational episode. From raising three kids while furthering her art career, to opening an art program for students in her local school district, Brandi's passion for creativity is contagious. Here's what we discuss: Brandi's journey as an artist and mother, and the shift she experienced in her practice once she invited her children to paint with her. The ways in which Brandi's approach to creativity pushes long-standing boundaries in the art world and ultimately shows mother artists what's possible. Advice for making art when you're running on a tight schedule and have limited time to create. (Hint: yes, it's still possible!) What inspired Brandi to write her new book, Colour Me Happy! See your everyday ordinary as extraordinary, and the message she hopes to communicate to artists and mothers around the world. About BrandiBrandi Hofer is an artist, muralist, author, and educator. Hofer is most well known for being a successful collected Canadian Artist, exhibiting internationally and across North America. In 2021 she was featured by Create Magazine in their article 28 Contemporary Artists You Need To Know About. Her podcast Colour Me Happy! Has garnered attention as one of the best art podcasts to binge this season by Create Magazine! She will head to New York September 2022 with PXP Contemporary Gallery to the Affordable Art Fair with work from her Taylor Collection inspired and based off of the photography work by photographer Taylor Lorenz.Hofer's first book Colour Me Happy! See your everyday ordinary as extraordinary is set to come out October 2022. She has some upcoming big, literally BIG,  announcements and projects happening in the next couple of years.She recently founded an Art Academy partnering with LPSD Lloydminster for students in her local public school district. Aiding in the creative learning in her community.Her artwork has been featured on national television and can be found in international publications. She has experience in creating custom artworks for designers and translates her artwork into large-scale murals. Some of her collectors include Jillian Harris, Sarah Baeumler, Andrew Salgado, Jann Arden, and Sarah Nicole Landry (thebbirdspapaya).Hofer has attended creative residencies at Red Deer College, Toronto Island, the Marnay Art Centre outside of Paris France, and in Montreal, Quebec. Her work has appeared in HGTV's House of Bryan as well as Island of Brian, and featured in a General Motors commercial. Most recently herself and her family at their in-home art studio for an international commercial for Walmart.IG: @brandihoferstudiosWebsite: https://www.brandihofer.ca/bhstudiosVisit our website: www.visionaryartcollective.comJoin our newsletter: www.visionaryartcollective.com/newsletterFollow us on Instagram: @visionaryartcollective + @newvisionarymag

Mike drinks tea with Greg Shannon, a radio and TV show host for over 30 years all over Canada. Greg co-created, co-wrote, and hosted the nationally syndicated radio show Craven a Today Country. Greg has also worked in the Community Relations Department of Red Deer College and has recently returned to being a daily radio host on Edmonton CFCW Mornings with Stella Stevens. The theme of Greg's story was learning how he got started in radio and television and the lessons learned from working in the industry for over 30 years. Greg gave insight into how he prepares for a show and shared how everything you do on the air should be around what the audience wants to hear. Greg shared some stories about people he has spoken with and places around the world where the job has taken him. Share this episode with someone interested in radio and media. Find the Tea with Mike show through: Website: http://teawithmike.com Podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-johnson933 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tea_with_mike?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teawithmike Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TEAWITHMIKEJ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/teawithmike Find Greg Shannon through: Twitter: https://twitter.com/thegregshannon Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GregAlanShannon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegregshannon/?hl=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-a-shannon-8a93052a

For two decades, the beauty of the Canadian Rockies has informed the sculptural work of Leslie Rowe-Israelson. Wondrous locales such as Banff and Jasper National Parks inspired her to express an emotional connection to nature in kiln formed glass, often enhanced with one-of-a-kind flameworked beads made by twin sister, Melanie. Leslie has mastered the creation of large fused panels as well as massive color bar bowls made in homage to streams flowing through the mountains.  Using a color bar process that allows her to strip away layers of color, Israelson then uses that color to create paintings of light in glass. She expands on these skills by placing different types of reactive glasses together, such as copper bearing glass, silver, and reactive cloud glass. Continually challenging, this combination of techniques evokes different seasons and climates, sharing the artist's passion for both glass and nature with the viewer.  In the mountains of Canada, glass consumed Israelson's thoughts and dreams. Beginning in stained glass, a new visual language of kiln forming was born of training and dialoging with other glass artists. From 1985 to 1994, Leslie and Melanie attended the world-renowned Pilchuck Glass School in Stanwood, Washington. Both sisters agree that Pilchuck changed their lives. There they met Klaus Moje, Richard Whiteley, Rudi Gritsch, Richard Marquis, Paul Marioni, Dante Marioni, and William Morris – encouraging their evolution from flat to sculptural work. They also met Thomas Hamling, developer of Zircar Refractory Composites, who introduced Leslie to Mold Mix 6, which introduced her to a new visual vocabulary.  The sisters received additional training from the Alberta College of Art, Calgary, Alberta; Andrighetti Glassworks, Vancouver, British Columbia; Boyce Lundstrom's Camp Colton, Colton, Oregon; and the Vancouver College of Art. Together they have participated in a number of residencies, both at Pilchuck and Uroboros Glass, Portland, Oregon. In 1995, Leslie and Melanie attended a month-long symposium in Teplice, Czech Republic, held by Glav Union, one of the largest flat glass manufacturers in the world at that time.  In early 2000, Israelson spent six months making a wax for a new piece that featured a huge glass circle with multiple figures. When she finally fired it, the piece cracked in the kiln due a thermocouple failure. She explains: “It was awesome! When I took it out of the mold, a big chunk came out, revealing the way the glass had flowed and melted. I wanted to figure out how to recreate that look intentionally.” This event marked the beginning of her work assembling, fusing, and slicing color bars. Now, the artist carefully stacks all the glass, knowing how it's going to flow and move, and which way to cut it. “I try to create the flow of the mountains through the flow of the glass,” she says. In 2004, Israelson studied with Irene Frolic and Lou Lynn at Red Deer College, Red Deer, Alberta. There she discovered wax, and suddenly her work evolved from flat bowls to three-dimensional sculpture. She began to work larger, incorporating metals in the work by applying iron oxides on the surface of the mold material. Without access to a hot shop, the artist accomplished all of her creative goals in her kiln, layering Bullseye Glass in sand, talc and Mold Mix 6 molds. She states: “No one was doing this at the time. I was a teaching assistant for Warren Langley at Pilchuck, and he gave me the sand and talc mixture. I experimented with mold materials that would allow me to take the skin off and see inside the glass – to let the light reflect through it.”  Israelson's commissions include: Government of Canada, Governor General Arts Award, cast glass hands; Banff School of Fine Arts, Mountain Film and Book Festivals: Awards 1996 – 2014; Government of Canada, Secretary of State for External Affairs: International Gifts 1990; and Alberta Foundation for the Arts, Acquisition for Permanent Exhibition. She has demonstrated or taught at the Glass Art Society, virtual demo, 2021; Corning Museum of Glass, Corning, New York; Pilchuck Glass School; Alberta College of Art and Red Deer College of Art, Red Deer, Alberta, Canada. For the last few years, Israelson has been working on a new series of larger works made via a fusing/ glassblowing hybrid process with the assistance of glassblower, Ryan Bavin. Bavin is both glassblower and award-winning nature photographer. His father, Pat, started Bavin Glassworks in Invermere, BC, in 1988. Ryan served an apprenticeship there that lasted for eight years before moving on to Pilchuck, where he studied and has been invited back several times as a teacher and gaffer working for and with respected glass artists from Canada and other nations. His blown work is represented by Canada House Gallery, Banff. Says Israelson: “Our glass work together has developed over the years, and I cannot think of a better glassblower to work with blowing out our Bullseye Glass than Ryan. Our paths have overlapped over the years at Pilchuck, giving us a solid foundation for experimenting and creating together or separately.” Always moving in new directions, Israelson now feels she can truly interpret the land, sky, and mountains by painting with glass. Through experimentation, she hopes to create an artistic link between glass and stone and the world in which we live. Her collaborative work with Bavin can be seen in 2022 at Canada House Gallery, Banff, and The Hearth – Arts on Bowen, Bowen Island, BC.  

The past two years have been exceptionally challenging for all Alberta Post-Secondary students, and the Student body at the University of Lethbridge has been no exception.  Budget cuts by the Alberta government, with more anticipated, increasing tuition and education costs, housing issues, racism, Covid-19, online learning and transitioning back to on campus learning and employment uncertainty are but a few of the challenges experienced by Students. In addition to these issues, Affordability and Food Scarcity challenges are an ever-present reality for far too many post-secondary Students.  The “Feed or Famine Food Drive” is one of the critical projects the University of Lethbridge Students Union (ULSU) sponsors to meet the nutritional needs of students.   The Speaker will discuss the Feed or Famine Food Drive project and share some insights as to how students are faring, along with other supports the ULSU Student Affairs undertakes to assist students to have a successful academic year.     Speaker:     Amy Mendenhall – Vice President Student Affairs              Amy Mendenhall is the Vice President of Student Affairs for the University of Lethbridge Student Union.  As a fourth-year student in the Indigenous Studies and History programs, Amy serves the student body as a mature student, bringing a wealth of experience and history of community service and volunteerism beginning from the young age of thirteen.  A mother of three, Amy is originally from Red Deer, and began volunteering with the Red Deer Regional Hospital, Boys and Girls Club and Students & Teachers opposing Prejudice, Red Deer Food Bank, International Students Club, and a member of the first official Gay Straight Alliance Club in Alberta.  Amy was awarded the Premiers Award of Excellence for her work with the successful passing of an Anti-Bullying Bylaw in Red Deer; and was also awarded the Young Citizen of the Year for Red Deer in 2006 for volunteer work.  Amy graduated from the Red Deer College with an Educational Assistant certification in 2013, and the New York Institute of Photography in 2017.    Through her continued activism, Amy strives to support U of L Students in their challenges at the University of Lethbridge.

Since becoming a mother in 2014 Hofer has been involving her children in her painting process, creating a 44-piece series with her first son and will soon be launching a new collection with her other 2 children in fall 2021. Brandi continues to be extremely prolific with her 3 little boys at her in-home studio, creating several bodies of self-motivated artwork, custom commissioned pieces, stunning large-scale interior/exterior murals, prints, custom artwork, & working with designers. Tiny hands play a role in all that she creates! Hofer is a well collected Canadian Artist, exhibiting internationally and across North America. Her main focus is figurative, abstract and portraiture painting, she explores themes of empowerment, positivity, love, and inclusion. Her work has been featured on national television and can be found in international publications. She has experience in creating custom artworks for designers and translates her artwork into large-scale murals. Hofer has attended residencies at Red Deer College, Toronto Island, the Marnay Art Centre outside of Paris France, and Montreal, Quebec. You can listen to her interviews about her life and process on several podcast platforms. Her work has appeared in HGTV’s House of Bryan, and featured in a General Motors commercial. Most recently herself and her family have partnered with a HUGE brand for an international commercial, but shhh we can't share just yet!! Stay tuned! Brandi Hofer's studio where she works and creates is located in the Canadian prairies. Hofer studied in Red Deer, Alberta, at Red Deer College from 2004 - 2006 before transferring to the Nova Scotia College of Art & Design in Halifax, where she completed her Bachelor of Fine Arts in 2008.She has been ambitiously pursuing her career upon attaining her BFA degree. You can find all of our studio adventures on Instagram! There you will find our podcast features, live interviews, and new collection releases.   TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE:   -Choosing to move closer to family -How personal loss can open your eyes -Melting together family and art work -Post Partum Depression and the NICU -Spending time with kids in the studio -E-book she released -Pennyland Shen -Burn out and recovery -Mentoring People -Having goals -Getting Outside to Fight Burnout -Self-care -Deciding what you can and can’t do - Words of advice to moms who want to be an entrepreneur -Finding role models -Don’t get on a path that makes you miserable -Work together -Everyone starts somewhere   LINKS:  @brandihoferartist https://www.brandihofer.ca   I Like Your Work Links:   I Like Your Work Podcast Studio Planner Instagram Submit Work Observations on Applying to Juried Shows

For today's episode of the Let's Meet For a Beer Podcast I met up with my friend Rieley Kay, owner of Cilantro & Chive in Lacombe, Alberta.  We discuss the craziness of the past year - not only has Rieley navigated through the pandemic (which is chaos enough for most people) he has also opened a second location in Red Deer! Rieley started washing dishes in a restaurant when he was 13 and has been involved in the hospitality industry ever since.  After High School, he attended the cooking program at SAIT and has also completed programs at Red Deer College in Food & Beverage Management and Accommodations & Marketing Management to ensure he has a deeper understanding of the industry.We discuss the challenges facing hospitality and what he is doing to address these issues within his restaurants.  “The restaurant industry is a badly broken and damaged industry across North America.  We can't change an entire industry, but we can change how we do business. We ensure our team is looked after, and our guests and community are cared for.”Over the years Cilantro & Chive has won a number of awards and we discuss what Rieley believes makes them unique.  His goal is to recreate “Grama's kitchen table - to be a place where conversation and connections happen. People can enjoy good food, good drinks, and some good company.”  It was great to connect with him and share his story -  I hope you enjoy our conversation!Alberta Beer Festivals: website | twitter | instagramCilantro & Chive : website | twitter | instagram 

Thank you for listening to the Leaders, Innovators and Big Ideas podcast, supported by Rainforest Alberta.The podcast that highlights those people who are contributing to and/or supporting the innovation ecosystem in Alberta. Patrick Wu Patrick is a freelance graphic designer, UX designer, and marketing consultant with a background in biotechnology and life sciences commercialization. His career has taken him across a wide range of areas, from sales and marketing, government advocacy, ecosystem development, and now design. Since 2016, he has since been an active member in the Rainforest community, advocating for technology, innovation, and life sciences in Alberta. Mackenzie Bedford Mackenzie Bedford is a queer emerging creative from Golden, BC, based in Calgary, AB since 2011. She built her creative foundations with a Visual Arts Diploma from Red Deer College before applying them, with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing at Mount Royal University. Establishing herself in Calgary by managing community and communications for startups and nonprofits for several years inspired her to venture out as a freelance creative strategist in 2020. Her work is often found in branding, animation and murals. She's also an introverted sci-fi lover with a penchant for karaoke. Please be sure to share this episode with everyone you know. If you are interested in being either a host, a guest, or a sponsor of the show, please reach out.We are published in Google Podcasts and the iTunes store for Apple Podcasts We would be grateful if you could give us a rating as it helps spread the word about the show. Show Summary Patrick interviews Mackenzie about what she's been up to since she left her role as the Community Manager of the Rainforest and began freelancing as a creative strategist and artist. Show Quote: Credits... This Episode Sponsored By: Community Now! Magazine Episode Music: Tony Del Degan Creator & Producer: Al Del Degan System Engineering Sponsor: Kris Chase - Chase Telecom Inc.  

1) How to use insurance to mitigate taxes in a corporation. 2) What to be aware of when setting up an insurance policy from a tax perspective. 3) Why it's important to include a tax expert as part of the financial planning team. 4) Further suggestion for ensuring taxes are taken care of. 5) Other services MNP provides. Guest: Aina Potts, CPA, CA, is a Business Advisor with MNP’s Tax Services team in Red Deer. Focusing on specialty tax, Aina works with businesses in various industries, including family farms and professionals, helping them maximize wealth and minimize tax so they can achieve their business and personal goals. Aina draws on a decade of experience to help clients with the tax aspects of corporate restructuring, succession and estate planning. As a trusted advisor, she gets to know clients and their operations so she can deliver reliable, efficient tax advice and solutions customized to their unique situations. After receiving a Business Administration Diploma, with Distinction, from Red Deer College, majoring in accounting, Aina earned a Bachelor of Management degree, with Distinction, from the University of Lethbridge. She is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), qualifying as a Chartered Accountant (CA) and has completed Level II of CPA Canada’s In-depth Tax Course. Contact: email: aina.potts@mnp.ca phone: 403-346-8878 TOLL FREE 1.877.500.0779 Mailing Address: 4922 - 53 St. Red Deer, AB T4N 2E9

Kris Fuller joins us to chat about her latest book, Terramara: Mara's Transformation (11/15/2020 Waldorf Publishing).  Kris is also the co-author of the Best Ever You series of journals and the Pinky Doodle Bug children's book series. She loves writing and poetry is one her favourite things.  She is the CEO of Your Life Sparkles and Co-Creative Chair of the Best Ever You Network. She is an inspirational speaker and has a wonderfully positive energy.  Kris has taught and consulted in public education in England, Ontario, Alberta and British Columbia. As an Executive Consultant for businesses in Western Canada, Kris excelled at problem solving in the areas of team, sales and marketing.  Her business coaching focuses on small business launches including websites and social media platforms plans.   Kris is a graduate of the University of Alberta (Bachelor of Education), University of Sedona (Bachelor of Metaphysics) and certification from the Palouse Center for Mindfulness. She also holds a Performance diploma from Red Deer College and Gifted Mind Series from Oxford Brookes University in the UK. Kris has been a guest speaker on multiple pod-casts and radio shows as well as host for 'Ladies Day: Focus on You' events. Kris Fuller Inspirational Speaker  Kris has the ability to weave together humour, authentic experiences, strength and love even in difficult times. Follow her blog as Cancer Wife Ninja here.  KrisFullerAuthor.com

Dawn Candy is an artist residing in Red Deer, Alberta. Dawn earned her Bachelor's degree from the University of Lethbridge where she studied analytic philosophy and religious studies. Dawn then went on to study visual art at Red Deer College. Her work has been exhibited and collected internationally. Currently Dawn teaches community art classes in addition to making her pottery.

English man to Candian resident Being a podcast host definitely can take some dedication, especially for those who do it as a passion project of theirs, I would know! Although for Michael, it's more than just a podcast, it's a way of connecting with others in a real genuine way. Michael Johnson is originally from England and currently lives in Alberta, Canada. Mike is an avid football fan and loves the football club Manchester City. As his podcast name suggests TeawithMike, is a man of all things tea. Michael always welcomes people with a warm smile and a strong yet welcoming voice. He also holds a Diploma in Media and Professional Communications. Along with a Theater & Entertainment production Diploma from Red Deer College in Alberta Canada. Mike has interviewed many different people and has well over 90 episodes of his show! One of the guests was even GaryVee the Media personality and Entrepreneur. Check out all of Michals’s social media down below! Michael Johnson (TeawithMike) Website - http://teawithmike.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/teawithmike/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TEAWITHMIKEJ Twitter - https://twitter.com/tea_with_mike?s=11 Anchor with all links - https://anchor.fm/michael-johnson933 Perspective of the People’s Socials Instagram - @Perspective.of.the.people All the available platforms Email - perspective.of.the.people.podcast@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sam-gabriel-deveau/support

For 25 years Greg has been behind a mic or in front of a camera from Alberta to Saskatchewan, Ontario to BC. In the mid 90’s, when record company money was flowing like beer from a frat party keg and sponsorship dollars for Country music were at an all-time high, he co-created, co-wrote and hosted the nationally syndicated radio show Craven A Today’s Country. The show featured the biggest acts of the day including; Garth Brooks, Shania Twain, Alabama, the Dixie Chicks and many Grammy nominated songwriters. In addition to scoring several New York Festival International Awards for the show, his wife Teresa and Greg started a family in a humble downtown Toronto condo. The next stop was CMT, where a renegade team of TV virgins produced and hosted the CMT Request Line, a daily national video request show. That amazing opportunity lasted a scant two seasons and then, in the fear-filled year of Y2K, his growing family packed the banana-tired U-Haul for yet another glamorous Canadian relocation. A few provinces and morning shows later, Greg joined CFCW sister station KG Country 95.5 in Red Deer, where his co-host and Greg were lucky enough to win Morning Show of the Year from the Canadian Country Music Association five times in a row! In June of 2014 Greg retired from day to day radio and joined the Community Relations Department of Red Deer College, but he’s very excited to come back into this crazy business and join Alberta’s Country Legend as morning show co-host with Stella Stevens!

Another Cote brother joins the podcast, former Cowichan Valley Capital, Cruz Cote. (15:21) We talk about everything, from his time with the Grande Prairie Storm to his current days as a business student at Red Deer College. We can't thank Cruz enough for talking crop with the boys, and hopefully we can talk some more crop in the future. Enjoy the episode! Also, Jumbo Joe is officially a member of the Toronto Maple Leafs, our NFL locks of last week are completely mangled, a new segment, and how many red headed cowboys are there really? Tune in to find out! And don't forgot to drop a congrats on Cruz's latest Instagram post! Congrats Cruz!!! Enjoy the episode!

Celebrated for her innovative, colorful blown glass and flameworked Amulet Baskets, Laura Donefer is also known for artwork that pushes boundaries by exploring memory, assault, bereavement, joy and madness. The artist has been using glass as the primary medium in her work for over 38 years, all while teaching, producing unforgettable glass fashions shows and promoting the glass arts worldwide. Born in Ithaca, New York, but raised in rural Quebec, Donefer studied sculpture for a year in 1973 at the National Art School of Cubanacan in Havana. Back in Canada, in 1975 she graduated with honors in Literature and Languages from Dawson College and in 1979 with honors from McGill University, both located in Montreal, Quebec. After traveling the world and working with many interesting people, Donefer trained as a glass artist at Sheridan College, Ontario, graduating in 1985.  A tireless promoter, Donefer lectured extensively on Canadian contemporary glass in Canada, the United States, Mexico and Australia, including the Canadian Embassy in Washington D.C.; the Tucson Museum of Art, Tucson, Arizona; the University of Honolulu, Honolulu, Hawaii; and during AUSGLASS in Sydney, Australia. She curated a number of exhibitions in the United States to showcase Canadian work. In 1985, as president of the Glass Art Association of Canada (GAAC), Donefer was instrumental in uniting glass artists across Canada by publishing a quarterly magazine, The Glass Gazette, which developed into the major voice of Canadian glass artists. In 2006, GAAC awarded Donefer its first Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of her tireless efforts in the advancement of art glass in Canada.  By conducting countless workshops worldwide, Donefer has influenced students from Red Deer College, Alberta, to Penland School of Crafts, Bakersfield, North Carolina, to the Sonoran School, Tucson, Arizona; and beyond in Japan and Australia. She served on the staff in the glass department at Sheridan College and was permanent faculty at Espace Verre, Montreal, for over 18 years, helping to mold the school with her dynamic classes. She continues to teach regularly at the Corning Museum of Glass, Corning, New York, and at the Pilchuck Glass School, Stanwood, Washington, where she has served on the International Council for 17 years.  Since the mid-1980s, Donefer’s work has been exhibited in many solo and group exhibitions, including shows at the Hokkaido Museum of Modern Art in Japan; the Art Gallery of Western Australia; the Hammelev Arts and Culture Centre in Denmark; the Agnes Etherington Art Centre in Kingston; the Museo del Vidrio in Mexico; and the Museum of Modern Art in Shanghai, China. Her sculpture is included in many public and private collections, including the Corning Museum of Glass; the Tacoma Museum of Glass, Tacoma, Washington; the Museum of Art and Design, Manhattan; Imagine Museum, St. Petersburg, Florida; Ringling Museum, Sarasota, Florida; Barry Art Museum, Norfolk, Virginia; Henry Ford Museum, Dearborn, Michigan; and the Toledo Museum of Art, Toledo, Ohio. She is currently represented by Habatat Gallery and Sandra Ainsley Gallery.  A past board member of the Glass Art Society (GAS), in 2008 the organization presented Donefer with its prestigious Honorary Membership Award. Donefer has produced 15 of her unforgettable glass fashion shows, many for the organization. In 2018, her ground-breaking event included 33 glass costumes in 12 gondolas gliding through the canals in Murano, Italy. Her next glass fashion show is slated for GAS 2022. Donefer has also been awarded The Lifetime Achievement Award from Craft Ontario; the International Flameworking Award for “extraordinary contributions to the glass art world”; and the Art Alliance for Contemporary Glass award for her role in the glass community. On hiatus due to the Covid 19 pandemic, Donefer spends her days near Harrowsmith, Ontario, with her amazing husband “The Mighty Dave” and her dachshund Mr. Lance. She has become a mushroom detective, searching for and photographing these living sculptures and their unique forms and colors while exploring a new body of Covid Anxiety paintings. Donefer’s collaboration with glassblower extraordinaire Jeff Mack is currently on view in a ground-breaking exhibition curated by Tina Oldknow and Bill Warmus, Venice and American Studio Glass, at Le Stanze del Vetro Museum in Venice.   

Beyond the Buckets Ep. 45 Mandy Botham Head Women’s Basketball at Coach Red Deer College - Talks Canidian Basketball Uprising, Culture, BLM & MoreMandy Botham is the Head Women’s Basketball at Coach Red Deer College in Alberta Canada. She is entering her 4th year as the head coach. She’s been coaching for 15 years and has coached at many levels. In her own words “I put an emphasis on developing "universal players" who have the skills to play any position. Character and attitude are massively important to me. I will never sacrifice character for talent, no matter how good an athlete may be. I love leadership and empowering other people. I have been so fortunate to have incredible mentors in my life. I feel a strong desire and a sense of responsibility to give back to upcoming coaches who are trying to learn and advance their careers. I strive to lead by example for my athletes, and to serve my community. I am a certified Mentor Coach (via The Coaching Association of Canada).#podcast #podcasts #beyondthebuckets #show #radio #basketball #coach #life #beyond #lifestyle #coaching #entrepreneur #business #ceo #apple #spotify #chrismcswain #lifecoach #mentalperformance YouTube http://ow.ly/3kdI30qOSc6 Apple Podcast http://ow.ly/cAeV30qOSc8 Spotify http://ow.ly/7EIe30qOSc9 Follow Mandy on IG and Linked InIG: @coach_mandy15LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mandy-botham-a2a5321b2/

The legendary Paul Eberhardt, Head Coach of the Langara Falcons Men's Basketball program, joins host Tyler Bennett on Episode 26 of the Four Quarters Podcast, powered by Four Quarters Media! The 2020-21 season marks the 40th year in coaching for Eberhardt, and he brings years of stories and experiences with him to the show. Off the top, Bennett and Eberhardt discuss what is was that led to Eberhardt getting into coaching in the first place, while discussing some of his mentors along the way. Then, Eberhardt recalls the 2014 CCAA Men's Basketball National Championship Game and what was going through his mind when Red Deer College's Lloyd Strickland put on one of the best individual shooting performances you will ever see in the final 28 seconds. That led to a discussion on Brody Greig, how good of a player he was, and what he meant to the Langara program. Then, to close, Eberhardt gives his take on our food debate here at Four Quarters Media and the Four Quarters Podcast - does pineapple belong on pizza? (MUSIC: bensound.com)

The long awaited interview of RBC Cup Champion and Sexsmith legend Carter Wolski is finally here! Carter joins the boys for a chat about his minor hockey career and the ride through junior to what he's currently doing with Red Deer College and YNA. The boys love Ski and think you will too. Enjoy the listen!

Superstar Gavin Schmitt joined the show to talk about his career that includes being approached at his part time job in high school to joining the National Team a few years later. Gavin is a CCAA National Champion with Red Deer College, he won league championships in Korea, Turkey, Greece, Brazil, and won several MPV, best opposite & best scorer awards. He is also a big reason why Canada qualified for the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio where the squad earned a 5th place finish. We cover all of this any more!  Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss any new episodes. Please give a 5 Star review, leave a comment and the best compliment you can give the show is telling your friends! Stay Excellent!  

Enter: Women. The extremely talented Lisa Spencer Cook joins Travis to talk about 5 Canadian rock bands that were huge during their time in Red Deer College form 1995-1997. We pick 'em apart and separate the smash from the trash as these bands and their songs go Head-to-Head in another super fun episode! Here's the playlist to follow along: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0yzlt0LvpSnfqoS4BIZHeU

Part Two of Episode 27 is headlined by Red Deer College Queens Women's Basketball Head Coach Mandy Botham. Host Tyler Bennett and Botham discuss her first season as the Head Coach of the Queens, getting her thoughts on how the season played out and playing for a playoff spot on the final weekend of the regular season. Then, Botham gives us a look at what to expect from the Queens in 2020-21, without giving too much away ahead of time. Then, a conversation on the state of Women's Basketball in Canada and whether or not Canada could sustain a Women's Professional League closes out the episode. (MUSIC: bensound.com)

Join hosts Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino, Beth Caldwell and Kris Fuller. Everyone knows the importance of having a strong physical body, but too many of us ignore the important aspect of having a strong and healthy emotional state to navigate challenging and difficult situations. Join us this Saturday at 1 pm ET and listen in as three resilient women share their best strategies and coping tools for coping with crisis and how you can empower others to do the same. Bring your questions! Beth Caldwell is the author of more than ten books on leadership, inspiration, and personal development. She believes that women CAN do it all, just not at the same time. She is the founder and creator of the SHIFT Program and Leadership Academy for Women. She is the former host of the popular WebTV Show Smart Leadership and currently hosts a motivational weekly broadcast called Monday Morning Mastermind.  Elizabeth Hamilton Guarino is one of America's most trusted mindset, leadership and personal & corporate development consultants. As the Founder and CEO of Best Ever You and Compliance4, Elizabeth has helped thousands around the globe be their best and achieve world-class excellence. Elizabeth is the author of PERCOLATE - Let Your Best Self Filter Through and contributor to A Lesson for every Child: Learning About Food Allergies Kris Fuller is keynote speaker, business coach and event planner, Kris is known for her mindset philosophies and meticulous planning.   Kris is an author with Waldorf Publishing and the CEO of Your Life Sparkles. Kris is a graduate of the University of Alberta (Bachelor of Education), University of Sedona (Bachelor of Metaphysics) and certification from the Palouse Center for Mindfulness. She also holds a Performance diploma from Red Deer College and Gifted Mind Series from Oxford Brookes University in the UK. 

A keynote speaker, business coach and event planner, Kris is known for her mindset philosophies and meticulous planning.   Kris is an author with Waldorf Publishing and the CEO of Your Life Sparkles.  While living in the United Kingdom (2002-2006), Kris was instrumental in developing IT policies for education councils. She has also been a teacher and consultant in public education in Ontario, Alberta and British Columbia. Kris worked as Executive Consultant for businesses across Canada, problem solving with General Managers and business owners in the areas of team, sales and marketing.  Her experiences in these fields makes Kris an excellent at connecting with clients. She works with individuals & new businesses to create and launch websites and social media platforms.  Kris is a graduate of the University of Alberta (Bachelor of Education), University of Sedona (Bachelor of Metaphysics) and certification from the Palouse Center for Mindfulness. She also holds a Performance diploma from Red Deer College and Gifted Mind Series from Oxford Brookes University in the UK. Visit Kris' websites:  KrisFullerauthor.com  YourLifeSparkles.com

Students need our help to regulate their own emotions. Today, psychologist Dr. Jody Carrington helps us understand five ways we can connect with our students and help them regulate their emotions. Understanding these simple principles can help us connect, improve classroom management, and be better teachers. www.coolcatteacher.com/e551  Sponsor: E4Effort is a tool built upon the research behind helping students improve. Check out e4Effort for more information and to start encouraging effort with your students. Also, check out my recent review of e4Effort and sign up for a 30-day free trial. Challenge We learned 5 ways to step back in but today, I’m giving you the Name that Child Challenge. I challenge you to call the names of as many children as possible in a positive way today as many times as possible. If you do this challenge with a friend, then share at the end of the day the kind of response you received from the children. Dr. Jody Carrington - Bio from Her Website I grew up on a farm in rural Alberta. My parents were high school sweethearts. My brother and I grew up together in a pretty happy place. Then my parents divorced. As adults, my brother and I learned that we had a full biological sister – who my parents had given up for adoption before we were born. I learned that even when you have a “secure base” and “safe haven”, sometimes you need a little help sorting out “your story”. For me, sorting out my own early story helps me be a better writer of the next chapters of my story – the one’s called “wife”, “mother”, “sister”, “friend”, and “psychologist”. My “story” of becoming a psychologist started at Red Deer College. I transferred to the University of Alberta, where I earned my Bachelor of Arts with distinction in 1998. I completed a year-long internship during that degree with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) and became very passionate about police work and the significant toll that trauma can take on people. I was also lucky enough to spend some time working with some amazing families through Ronald McDonald House and I also volunteered with Victim Services. I then continued my studies at the University of Regina with the thought of pursuing a career in Police Psychology. Although I loved that work, my passion began to shift to families, especially those who experienced trauma. I completed my pre-doctoral residency in Nova Scotia in 2006 where I trained primarily in Cognitive-Behavioural and Narrative approaches. I completed rotations both with adults and children and learned that I really enjoyed understanding the “stories” of children—particularly those who had difficult experiences. I returned home to Alberta and accepted a job at the Alberta Children’s Hospital in Calgary on the Inpatient and Day Treatment Units, a position that would forever change the course of my career. I quickly learned my “cognitive-behavioral skills” were not enough for kids and families with long and often traumatic stories with multi-generational influences. I needed to connect in order to have any significant impact. Desperate to learn more about attachment, I set off on a quest for mentors who “got it” and have been very lucky to have been influenced by some of “the greats”. You will see a lot in my story about attachment. I have learned the power of the relationship. Empathy. Connection. I have learned that these are important for anyone who might want to understand their story and shift it in some way. Or heal in some way. Or repair it in some way. Or change their story once and for all. So that their next chapter as “teenager”, “spouse”, “parent”, or “friend” can be better. I have worked with adults and children, as well as families, and I would be honored to learn about your story and perhaps influence your next chapters.   Website: http://www.drjodycarrington.com/ Twitter: @jodycarrington Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drjodycarrington/ Instagram: @drjodycarrington   Disclosure of Material Connection: This is a “sponsored podcast episode.” The company who sponsored it compensated me via cash payment, gift, or something else of value to include a reference to their product. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I believe will be good for my readers and are from companies I can recommend. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."

Solar is the fastest growing clean technology in the world and it grew 500% in Alberta in the last three years. Solar is also the one common denominator in all of our favourite Green Energy Futures stories from last year. 1. Brookfield Passive House; 2. NAIT Alternative Energy; 3. Red Deer College largest solar system; 4. Simons solar-powered net-zero department store; 5. Solar/Battery Revolution in New Zealand - Watch the videos, read the blog, learn more: http://www.greenenergyfutures.ca/episode/solar-leads-a-year-of-firsts-in-alberta

Red Deer, Alberta is now home to the large solar system on a college in Canada. Red Deer College started with a modest goal of generating 20% of their own electricity and now has a 1.6-megawatt solar system, an alternative energy lab and when combined with their new 1-megawatt cogeneration system generates 66% of their own electricity right on campus. This week on CKUA Radio's Green Energy Futures we talk to Dean of Trades and Technologies Joel Gingrich. See blog, photos and more: http://www.greenenergyfutures.ca/episode/sleepy-small-city-college-with-a-big-solar-vision

Holli Mack is a kettlebell sport athlete, coach and movement enthusiast. She attended Red Deer College, attaining her General Kinesiology Diploma as well as the CSEP- CPT certification (Canadian society for exercise physiology, certified personal trainer). She has been working full time in the fitness industry for 5 years. Training a wide variety of clients from elite athletes to older individuals trying to regain mobility and movement. Holli is very passionate about all her clients goals and isn’t completely satisfied until they are. Join Drew Taddia today on Exploring Mind and Body as he welcomes on Holli to talk about Movement and Kettlebells. Thank you so much for your interest in this show of Exploring Mind and Body, if you haven’t done so already please take a moment and leave a quick rating and review of the show in iTunes by clicking below. It will keep us delivering valuable content each week and give others an opportunity to find the show as well. Click here to subscribe via iTunes (and or leave a rating)

Dive into Season 3 of "Toby w/" with veteran actor turned instructor Thomas Bradshaw. Listen in as Thomas gives insider insight on the Creative Arts at Red Deer College. He also predicts some future possibilities of Acting and encourages everyone to get involved. Contact: Thomas.Bradshaw@rdc.ab.ca www.toby4ward.com #GetInvolvedHero

This Ep: Special Guest[s]: Danielle Hanson - Emmy Nominated makeup artist + Toby Nwabuogor podcaster Greg goes "behind the blush" with beautiful Emmy nominated makeup artist Danielle Hanson. Listen in as "Dani" takes us through her career, her whirlwind awards show experience in Hollywood, and find out if she wins the Emmy Award for her work on FX Networks "Fargo". Plus, you'll meet the host of the "Toby With..." podcast. An up and coming innovator, creative entrepreneur, and cowboy hat wearin' motivator, Toby Nwabuogor's passion for his fellow students and their experience on campus at Red Deer College is inspirational. Press play and change your day! Caution: There's $50 in it for you if you listen then message us for our special Tangerine Bank 'no fee banking' activation code. Hurry, that $50 is only around till it isn't!. 

A living RDC legend, Jason continues to inspire future generations by passing on the Creative Arts torch to students and the community. His ongoing tale is the neverending story of Red Deer College. Contact: Jason.Frizzell@rdc.ab.ca www.Toby4WARD.com #GetInvolvedHero

1982, that's when Dr. Torben Andersen began his RDC journey. Hear his story, which is the tale of Red Deer College's continuous growth... Contact: torben.andersen@rdc.ab.ca For more: www.Toby4WARD.com #GetInvolvedHero

‘Made to be used’ is perhaps the best way to describe Thomas Aitken’s work. From as early as he can remember Thomas has loved to make things that work. And throughout his training and professional life he has continued to develop functional ceramic objects for use. Starting his ceramic studies at Red Deer College, Alberta and completing a BFA:Ceramics at the Nova Scotia College of Art & Design in 1995. An interest in European ceramic traditions led him to study at the University of Wales Institute Cardiff, U.K. where in 1997 he graduated with a Masters in Ceramics. Then back to Canada to set up a studio in Toronto. Five years later he moved his home and studio to the village of Warsaw, near Peterborough, Ontario. Here he works full time developing his own work and collaborating on joint projects with his wife Kate Hyde. His work is widely sought after and is in a number of collections around the world.

Canada's most trusted higher ed monitor and futurist, Ken Steele, begins his review of trends in visual identity design at Canada's colleges looking at new brands for Lethbridge Community College, NAIT, Red Deer College, College of the North Atlantic, University College of the North, Niagara College, Sault College, Northern College, Mohawk College, Langara College, Douglas College, and Vancouver Community College.

In this episode of the Red Man Laughing Podcast we bring you a full length featured chat with Team Canada Men's volleyball player, Dallas Soonias. Dallas is Cree & Anishinaabe and was born in Saskatoon but grew up in Red Deer, AB.   An active kid growing up, Dallas focused his efforts in highschool and set his sights on athletics. He played his college ball for Red Deer College and then went on to play for the U of Alberta Golden Bears winning three national gold medals and a silver in his 4 years. He has spent the last ten years playing on the Canadian National Mens volleyball team and is currently playing Professionally in China. In this chat we talk about the downside to surgery, the need to take personal inventory in life, goal setting and community responsibility as a role model.

When the Lethbridge School District Board of Trustees approved the 2011/12 updated budget, it reflected the final student enrolment as of September 30, 2011 and the additional funding provided for by Alberta Education this past October when Premier Alison Redford restored $107 million to school boards province wide, approximately 60% of the amount that was reduced in the government's spring budget. Arguably, funding for public services in Alberta has been somewhat dependent on the boom and bust cycles of the oil and gas industry over the past many years. School boards would prefer predictable funding, but often find themselves having to cut staff, resulting in increased class sizes, when provincial resource revenues are lagging. The speaker will communicate how budgetary restraints have been applied and speculate on remedies that could stabilize future education funding in Alberta. As well, he will touch upon some general initiatives and challenges in the Lethbridge School District, such as an initiative to enhance instruction in order to increase student engagement and provide support for all students as an identified ‘Change Agent' jurisdiction in the province's Action on Inclusion initiative. Increased diversity of student demographics and the need to include other agencies to provide ‘wrap around services' for students and their families, will also be discussed. Speaker: Barry Litun - Superintendent, Lethbridge School District No. 51 Barry Litun serves as the Superintendent for Lethbridge School District, a position he has held since 2006. Lethbridge School District has nineteen schools with 8700 students from Pre-School to Grade 12. Barry has been a teacher and administrator in Alberta throughout his career; previously in Red Deer, Whitecourt and Lamont. He has also taught courses for Red Deer College and City University. As the College of Alberta School Superintendents Past President for 2011/12, Barry Litun is completing a four year term on the provincial CASS Executive. He has completed a three year term on the Lethbridge Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, is a member of the Chamber's Tourism Committee and is the chair of the Rotary District 5360 scholarship committee

When the Lethbridge School District Board of Trustees approved the 2011/12 updated budget, it reflected the final student enrolment as of September 30, 2011 and the additional funding provided for by Alberta Education this past October when Premier Alison Redford restored $107 million to school boards province wide, approximately 60% of the amount that was reduced in the government's spring budget. Arguably, funding for public services in Alberta has been somewhat dependent on the boom and bust cycles of the oil and gas industry over the past many years. School boards would prefer predictable funding, but often find themselves having to cut staff, resulting in increased class sizes, when provincial resource revenues are lagging. The speaker will communicate how budgetary restraints have been applied and speculate on remedies that could stabilize future education funding in Alberta. As well, he will touch upon some general initiatives and challenges in the Lethbridge School District, such as an initiative to enhance instruction in order to increase student engagement and provide support for all students as an identified ‘Change Agent' jurisdiction in the province's Action on Inclusion initiative. Increased diversity of student demographics and the need to include other agencies to provide ‘wrap around services' for students and their families, will also be discussed. Speaker: Barry Litun - Superintendent, Lethbridge School District No. 51 Barry Litun serves as the Superintendent for Lethbridge School District, a position he has held since 2006. Lethbridge School District has nineteen schools with 8700 students from Pre-School to Grade 12. Barry has been a teacher and administrator in Alberta throughout his career; previously in Red Deer, Whitecourt and Lamont. He has also taught courses for Red Deer College and City University. As the College of Alberta School Superintendents Past President for 2011/12, Barry Litun is completing a four year term on the provincial CASS Executive. He has completed a three year term on the Lethbridge Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, is a member of the Chamber's Tourism Committee and is the chair of the Rotary District 5360 scholarship committee

When the Lethbridge School District Board of Trustees approved the 2011/12 updated budget, it reflected the final student enrolment as of September 30, 2011 and the additional funding provided for by Alberta Education this past October when Premier Alison Redford restored $107 million to school boards province wide, approximately 60% of the amount that was reduced in the government's spring budget. Arguably, funding for public services in Alberta has been somewhat dependent on the boom and bust cycles of the oil and gas industry over the past many years. School boards would prefer predictable funding, but often find themselves having to cut staff, resulting in increased class sizes, when provincial resource revenues are lagging. The speaker will communicate how budgetary restraints have been applied and speculate on remedies that could stabilize future education funding in Alberta. As well, he will touch upon some general initiatives and challenges in the Lethbridge School District, such as an initiative to enhance instruction in order to increase student engagement and provide support for all students as an identified ‘Change Agent' jurisdiction in the province's Action on Inclusion initiative. Increased diversity of student demographics and the need to include other agencies to provide ‘wrap around services' for students and their families, will also be discussed. Speaker: Barry Litun - Superintendent, Lethbridge School District No. 51 Barry Litun serves as the Superintendent for Lethbridge School District, a position he has held since 2006. Lethbridge School District has nineteen schools with 8700 students from Pre-School to Grade 12. Barry has been a teacher and administrator in Alberta throughout his career; previously in Red Deer, Whitecourt and Lamont. He has also taught courses for Red Deer College and City University. As the College of Alberta School Superintendents Past President for 2011/12, Barry Litun is completing a four year term on the provincial CASS Executive. He has completed a three year term on the Lethbridge Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, is a member of the Chamber's Tourism Committee and is the chair of the Rotary District 5360 scholarship committee

When the Lethbridge School District Board of Trustees approved the 2011/12 updated budget, it reflected the final student enrolment as of September 30, 2011 and the additional funding provided for by Alberta Education this past October when Premier Alison Redford restored $107 million to school boards province wide, approximately 60% of the amount that was reduced in the government's spring budget. Arguably, funding for public services in Alberta has been somewhat dependent on the boom and bust cycles of the oil and gas industry over the past many years. School boards would prefer predictable funding, but often find themselves having to cut staff, resulting in increased class sizes, when provincial resource revenues are lagging. The speaker will communicate how budgetary restraints have been applied and speculate on remedies that could stabilize future education funding in Alberta. As well, he will touch upon some general initiatives and challenges in the Lethbridge School District, such as an initiative to enhance instruction in order to increase student engagement and provide support for all students as an identified ‘Change Agent' jurisdiction in the province's Action on Inclusion initiative. Increased diversity of student demographics and the need to include other agencies to provide ‘wrap around services' for students and their families, will also be discussed. Speaker: Barry Litun - Superintendent, Lethbridge School District No. 51 Barry Litun serves as the Superintendent for Lethbridge School District, a position he has held since 2006. Lethbridge School District has nineteen schools with 8700 students from Pre-School to Grade 12. Barry has been a teacher and administrator in Alberta throughout his career; previously in Red Deer, Whitecourt and Lamont. He has also taught courses for Red Deer College and City University. As the College of Alberta School Superintendents Past President for 2011/12, Barry Litun is completing a four year term on the provincial CASS Executive. He has completed a three year term on the Lethbridge Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, is a member of the Chamber's Tourism Committee and is the chair of the Rotary District 5360 scholarship committee