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Feb. 13, 2010   Live-Work Units Proposed for South Development
Feb. 12, 2010   Tennis Club Plans to Build New Facility
Feb. 11, 2010  
Red Deer Now on Google Street View
Feb. 10, 2010   Red Deer Royals Band Looking For New Facility
Feb. 10, 2010   Subdivision Expansion Proceeding in Sylvan Lake
Feb. 10, 2010   Two City Hotels Change Brands
Feb. 10, 2010   Highway 22 Upgrades Planned North of Rocky
Feb. 9, 2010   City Commits $1 Million to Curling Centre Upgrade
Feb. 9, 2010   City Drafting Accord with Aboriginal Community
Feb. 8, 2010   Red Deer Tourism to Study Economic Impact
Feb. 8, 2010   City Downtown Parkade to be Ready by June
Feb. 6, 2010   Red Deer Chamber Adopts Nine Policies
Feb. 6, 2010   Snowbirds to be Featured at Rocky Airshow
Feb. 5, 2010   Curling Club Opts To Overhaul Current Facility
Feb. 4, 2010    Major Attractions Proposed for Red Deer Area
Feb. 4, 2010    Chamber Hears Progress Report by RDRED
Feb. 4, 2010    New Video Promotes Central Alberta
Feb. 3, 2010   Red Deer County Heritage Plan Approved
Feb. 3, 2010   Seniors Transportation Issues Discussed
Feb. 2, 2010   Ronald McDonald House Approaching its Goal
Feb. 2, 2010   Arts Groups Encouraged to Collaborate
Feb. 2, 2010   Public Input Sought for Electricity Delivery Plans
Feb. 2, 2010   City Restaurant and Sports Lounge Approved
Feb. 1, 2010   Central Alberta Theatre Turns 40

JANUARY 2010 NEWS HEADLINES

Jan. 30, 2010   Economic Groups Partner to Attract Investment
Jan. 30, 2010   Travelaire Manufacturing Plant Closes
Jan. 29, 2010   Regional Trail Bridges to be Completed by March
Jan. 28, 2010   Dawe Centre Project on Time, on Budget
Jan. 28, 2010   Hotel Proposed for Downtown Sylvan Lake
Jan. 28, 2010   Sylvan Lake Road Transformation to Start Soon
Jan. 27, 2010   Red Deer Tourism Releases 2010 Visitors Guide
Jan. 27, 2010   Olds Joins Sustainable Future Network
Jan. 26, 2010   Trochu Wins Olympic Winter Games Podium
Jan. 26, 2010   Quinn Expanding and Renovating New Site
Jan. 25, 2010   West Country Reserves Plan Cadet Programs
Jan. 23, 2010   Rimbey Gets Funding for Pool Expansion
Jan. 21, 2010   Realtors Optimistic After Sales Rebound
Jan. 20, 2010   Plasco Energy Claims It's Still on Track
Jan. 20, 2010   Canyon Ski Hill Could Close at End of Season
Jan. 19, 2010   Commercial Plan Approved for Former County Site
Jan. 16, 2010   Red Deer Welcomes the Olympic Flame
Jan. 16, 2010   Olympic Torch Visits Central Alberta Towns
Jan. 15, 2010  
Ice Marathon Event Returns to Sylvan Lake
Jan. 14, 2010   Red Deer Municipal Tax Increase Limited to 3.3%
Jan. 14, 2010   New City SPCA Building Expected to Open in March
Jan. 14, 2010   Another Movie Theatre Closes in City Downtown
Jan. 13, 2010   Four Outdoor Gyms Completed, Five to Go
Jan. 13, 2010   Lacombe, Eckville Benefit From Stimulus Funding
Jan. 12, 2010   Junior Achievement Celebrates 50 Years
Jan. 12, 2010   2009 Housing Starts Down From Previous Year
Jan. 12, 2010   Refuge Affordable Transitional Housing Approved
Jan. 11, 2010   International Village Dream Not Forgotten
Jan. 9, 2010   Capri Centre to Undergo Major Changes
Jan. 6, 2010   City Residential Permits Up in Second Half of 2009
Jan. 6, 2010   Visitors to Red Deer Area Increased 4% in 2009
Jan. 6, 2010   $1 Million Donation to Ronald McDonald House
Jan. 6, 2010   Former Benalto Railway Lands to be Developed

DECEMBER 2009 NEWS HEADLINES

Dec. 31, 2009  
New Innisfail Library to be Built in Natural Setting
Dec. 28, 2009   Stettler and County Agree on Annexation
Dec. 23, 2009  
County to Purchase Historic Mintlaw Trestle for $1
Dec. 23, 2009   County Transit Service Exceeds Expectations
Dec. 23, 2009   Regional Airport Qualifies for More Improvements
Dec. 23, 2009   Red Deer County Passes 'Good News' Budget
Dec. 22, 2009   Local Author Offers Ways to Make a Difference
Dec. 19, 2009  
City Strategic Plan to Focus on Environment
Dec. 19, 2009   Several City Initiatives to Move Forward in 2010
Dec. 19, 2009   Festival of Trees Raises $600,000 for Hospital
Dec. 19, 2009   Wildlife Centre Seeks Corporate Partner
Dec. 18, 2009   Major City Arterial Road Improvements Set
Dec. 17, 2009   Regional Vacancy Rates Up, Rents Down
Dec. 16, 2009   City Olympic Torch Relay Plans Move Forward
Dec. 16, 2009   Parkland Mall Plans for Sears Space Development
Dec. 16, 2009   City Council Approves Affordable Housing Projects
Dec. 16, 2009   Portion of Sylvan Lake Shoreline Loses Park Status
Dec. 15, 2009  
City and Area Home Sales Rebounding
Dec. 15, 2009   Seniors Affordable Apartment Approved
Dec. 14, 2009   Gull Lake Development Plan to be Updated
Dec. 12, 2009   Blackfalds 2010 Budget Approved
Dec. 10, 2009   Westerner Park Gets Bigger and Greener
Dec. 9, 2009   Housing Starts Continue to Improve
Dec. 9, 2009   Airport Looks to 2010 Major Improvements
Dec. 9, 2009   Equine Centre at Olds College Completed
Dec. 9, 2009   City Scores High on Performance Index
Dec. 8, 2009   Horse Track Grandstand Construction Resumes
Dec. 7, 2009   Canyon Ski Hill Off to Great Season Start
Dec. 5, 2009   Funding Secured for Olds College Wetlands Project
Dec. 4, 2009   Organic Waste Facility Proposed for Lacombe
Dec. 2, 2009   Residential Building Leads November City Permits
Dec. 2, 2009   Lonkar Purchased by Schlumberger


NOVEMBER 2009 NEWS HEADLINES
Nov. 30, 2009   Festival of Trees Fundraiser Continues to Grow
Nov. 28, 2009  
Lacombe High School Modernization Complete
Nov. 27, 2009   RV Resort Plan Endorsed by Lacombe County
Nov. 26, 2009   Sylvan Lake Native Amanda Lindhout Freed
Nov. 26, 2009   Plasco Plant Delayed Waiting for Green Funding
Nov. 26, 2009   Sod Turned for New Vision Seniors Condo Complex
Nov. 25, 2009   Clive to be Terminal of Carbon Dioxide Pipeline
Nov. 25, 2009   Gaetz Lakes Sanctuary Getting Improvements
Nov. 25, 2009   Ducks Unlimited to Focus on Pine Lake
Nov. 25, 2009   More Stores for Sylvan Lake Development
Nov. 24, 2009   City Council Passes Lean Capital Budget
Nov. 21, 2009   Hobbema Mural Project Celebrates Proud Culture
Nov. 21, 2009   Regional Sewer Line Delayed Due to Funding Cuts
Nov. 21, 2009   Regional Partnership Recognizes Economic Activity
Nov. 20, 2009  
Several City Major Projects to be Deferred
Nov. 20, 2009   Ponoka County Assists With Rimbey Pool Funding
Nov. 19, 2009   Sustainable Downtown Ideas Explored
Nov. 18, 2009   Ponoka Area Cow Fetches $1.2 Million
Nov. 17, 2009   Rail Crossing at Blackfalds Gets Funding
Nov. 17, 2009   Sale and Partner Win Battle of Blades
Nov. 16, 2009   Agri-Trade Draw of 70,000 Suggests Optimism
Nov. 14, 2009  
Blackfalds, Alix, Ponoka Get Infrastructure Cash
Nov. 12, 2009   Agri-Trade Attracts Crowds, Exhibitors
Nov. 10, 2009   Group Wants Aquatic Centre as 2013 Project
Nov. 10, 2009   Mountain View Partnership Recognized
Nov. 9, 2009   New Cancer Centre Expected by 2012
Nov. 6, 2009   Innisfail Highway Bypass Now Open
Nov. 5, 2009   Phase 2 of Expanded Air Service Launched
Nov. 5, 2009   New Hotel Being Built in Sylvan Lake
Nov. 4, 2009   City Housing Start Projections Up Sharply
Nov. 4, 2009   October Building Permits Valued at $12.7 Million
Nov. 4, 2009   Aviation Society Pursues First Stage of Museum
Nov. 4, 2009   City Invests More in River Valley Parks Study
Nov. 4, 2009   South City Neighbourhood Plan Approved
Nov. 3, 2009   New Ronald McDonald House Approved
Nov. 3, 2009   Central Alberta Cancer Centre Expanding
Nov. 3, 2009   City Makes 50 Year Deal With Westerner Park


OCTOBER 2009 NEWS HEADLINES

Oct. 30, 2009  
Newest City Annexation Gets Provincial Approval
Oct. 30, 2009   Regional Tourism Group Receives Award
Oct. 30, 2009   New Innisfail Co-op Building Well Underway
Oct. 29, 2009   Provincial Land Use Plans Are Watershed-Based
Oct. 29, 2009   Highway 2 Plan Near Lacombe Raises Concerns
Oct. 29, 2009   Changes Coming for North Red Deer Schools
Oct. 29, 2009   City Landscaping Downtown Arches Project
Oct. 26, 2009   Former Locals Star in 'Battle of the Blades'
Oct. 26, 2009   Lacombe Chamber Hands Out Annual Awards
Oct. 24, 2009   Penhold Multiplex Gets More Federal Funds
Oct. 21, 2009   ReThink Red Deer Explores Sustainability Options
Oct. 21, 2009   Major Resort Planned for Sundre Area
Oct. 21, 2009   Neighbourhood Redevelopment Plan Endorsed
Oct. 21, 2009   Real Estate Market Relatively Soft
Oct. 21, 2009   Michener Condos Could Begin Later This Year
Oct. 20, 2009   Heritage Ranch Plan Endorsed by City Council
Oct. 20, 2009   Lacombe Highway Project Tied to City Status
Oct. 19, 2009   Lacombe Walk/Run Event Raises Money for Trails
Oct. 16, 2009  
Urban Wetland Research Project at Olds College
Oct. 15, 2009  
High Speed Rail Needs Political Will
Oct. 15, 2009   Women of Excellence Honoured at Gala
Oct. 15, 2009   Olympic Torch Run to Feature Children's Parade
Oct. 15, 2009   Airline Inaugurates Passenger Service at Airport
Oct. 14, 2009   Federal Funding Announced for Trail Bridges
Oct. 10, 2009   Housing Prices Conversely Tied to Demand
Oct. 8, 2009   Economic Corridor 'Tiger' Expected to Roar Again
Oct. 8, 2009   Federal Grant Helps With Museum Renovations
Oct. 7, 2009   Stettler Wind Power Project a Go for 2010
Oct. 6, 2009   Poll Says Red Deer a Great Place to Live
Oct. 6, 2009   City Committed to Adding Affordable Housing
Oct. 6, 2009   Highway 11A Interchange Improvements Begin
Oct. 6, 2009   Local Jeweller Celebrates 90th Anniversary
Oct. 5, 2009  
New Lacombe Athletic Park Delayed
Oct. 3, 2009   Former Rail Line to be Rebuilt for Tourism
Oct. 3, 2009   Westerner Administration Building Officially Opens
Oct. 2, 2009   Olympic Medalist Dionne Retires from Competition
Oct. 2, 2009   City Residential Permits Continue Rise
Oct. 2, 2009   Ethane Extraction Project Completed in Rimbey
Oct. 1, 2009   Region Led 5-Year Provincial Population Growth

SEPTEMBER 2009 NEWS HEADLINES
Sept. 30, 2009  
Nine Years of Police Training at Springbrook
Sept. 30, 2009   Lacombe Harness Racing Set For Next Year
Sept. 30, 2009   Affordable Housing for Lacombe and Blackfalds
Sept. 29, 2009   Natural Conservation Site Opens Near Stettler
Sept. 28, 2009  
Rural Municipalities Saving on Road Projects
Sept. 28, 2009   Ponoka Ag Centre Gets $3.2 Million Grant
Sept. 28, 2009   Earthdance Celebrates Global Awareness
Sept. 25, 2009   Red Hat Awards Reward Hospitality Industry
Sept. 24, 2009   Hottest Day of Summer Yesterday
Sept. 24, 2009   Public Sees Heritage Ranch Plan
Sept. 23, 2009   Cenotaph Park to be Created Downtown
Sept. 23, 2009   Business of the Year Finalists Revealed
Sept. 23, 2009   New Rimbey Hotel Nears Completion
Sept. 22, 2009   City Approves Second Off-Leash Park
Sept. 22, 2009   Home Sales Still Lower Than a Year Ago
Sept. 21, 2009   Sports Museum Features First Nations Exhibit
Sept. 21, 2009   Alexander Way Celebrates Arts Days
Sept. 19, 2009   Society Seeks Help to Finish Arches Project
Sept. 19, 2009   Three Red Deer Building Firms Honoured
Sept. 18, 2009   Lacombe County to Co-Sponsor Resolutions
Sept. 18, 2009   Industrial Park Proposed Near Eckville
Sept. 18, 2009   Federal Grant Helps Create Ponoka Activity Centre
Sept. 17, 2009   Canyon Ski Hill Preparing for New Season
Sept. 17, 2009   Studio Space Suggested for Former Transit Barns
Sept. 17, 2009   Former Federal Minister Addresses Chamber
Sept. 17, 2009   Redevelopment Plan Passes First Hurdle
Sept. 16, 2009   New Scheduled Air Services Announced
Sept. 16, 2009   New Parking Lot Approved for Fort Normandeau
Sept. 15, 2009  
International Award for Downtown Plan
Sept. 15, 2009   Skyway Building Plan Reduced to 4 Storeys
Sept. 11, 2009   City Housing Starts Triple From Last Year
Sept. 10, 2009   CAEP Studies Regional Transportation Strategy
Sept. 10, 2009   Nordegg History Society Has Big Plans
Sept. 10, 2009   City to Review East Town Square Concept
Sept. 10, 2009   Red Deer College Enrolment Up 10%
Sept. 10, 2009   RDRED Seeks More Foreign Investment
Sept. 10, 2009   New City Chamber President Addresses Members
Sept. 9, 2009  
Modules to be Built at 3 City Schools
Sept. 9, 2009   City's First Strata Space Subdivision Approved
Sept. 9, 2009   Cemetery Tours Mark History of Region
Sept. 8, 2009   Blackfalds Population Up 16% in 2 Years
Sept. 8, 2009   City Public School Enrolment Passes 10,000
Sept. 8, 2009   Cottage Development in Nordegg Proceeding
Sept. 5, 2009   Rocky Mountain House to Get New Seniors Lodge
Sept. 4, 2009   CMHC Optimistic About Regional Real Estate
Sept. 4, 2009   African Centre to Help Immigrants to Region
Sept. 3, 2009   Community Group Pleased with Riverside Plan
Sept. 3, 2009   Sylvan Lake Plans For Park at Construction Site
Sept. 3, 2009   Downtown Cafe Owner Becoming a Latin Pop Star
Sept. 2, 2009   City Building Permits Up $10 Million Over Last Year
Sept. 2, 2009   Ellis Bird Farm Reports Banner Year
Sept. 2, 2009   Visitors at Tourism Red Deer Up Over Last Year
Sept. 1, 2009   Animal Expert Praises Discovery Wildlife Park

AUGUST 2009 NEWS HEADLINES

Aug. 29, 2009  
Red Deer TV Station Closes For Good
Aug. 28, 2009   New Trail Bridges to Get Military Assistance
Aug. 27, 2009   Red Deer County Transit Service Begins Soon
Aug. 26, 2009   Supportive Living Housing Complex Underway
Aug. 26, 2009   'Save Sundre' Committee Awarded Federal Grant
Aug. 26, 2009   Timberstone Park Phase 2 Rezoning Proceeds
Aug. 25, 2009   Plan to Transform Older Neighbourhood Revealed
Aug. 24, 2009   High Speed Rail Symposium Coming to City
Aug. 24, 2009   Plenty of Support for Off-Leash Dog Park
Aug. 22, 2009   Lacombe Gathers Historic Building Inventory
Aug. 22, 2009   Regional Towns Get Government Funding
Aug. 21, 2009  
Power Transmission Upgrade Deemed Necessary
Aug. 21, 2009   Cyclists Lobby for Dedicated City Bike Lanes
Aug. 20, 2009   Visionary Plan Unveiled for Downtown Park
Aug. 19, 2009   Wildlife Centre Hosts Famous Expert
Aug. 18, 2009   Wal-Mart Expansion Gets Commission Okay
Aug. 18, 2009   Resale Home Market Dips Slightly
Aug. 18, 2009   Nordegg Historic Site Gets Funding
Aug. 17, 2009   Music Festival Attracts Small Enthusiastic Crowd
Aug. 17, 2009   Lacombe County to Update Red Deer River Plan
Aug. 15, 2009  
New Sylvan Lake Washrooms to Start Soon
Aug. 15, 2009   Wal-Mart Plans Major Expansion for City Store
Aug. 14, 2009   Municipalities Try to Salvage 2A Plan
Aug. 14, 2009   Ponoka Aquaplex Gets Federal Funding
Aug. 13, 2009   Red Deer Housing Starts Increase From Last Year
Aug. 13, 2009   Viking Ship Replica Arrives in Red Deer
Aug. 13, 2009   Two Regional Communities Featured in Magazine
Aug. 13, 2009   No More Free Parking for Westerner Major Events
Aug. 12, 2009   Federal Funding Bid Delays Plasco Plant
Aug. 12, 2009   Bowden Inmates Assist With Community Projects
Aug. 12, 2009   College May Receive Loan for Road Work
Aug. 11, 2009   Ski Patrol to Help Keep City Trails Safe
Aug. 11, 2009   Red Deer College Applications Up 22%
Aug. 11, 2009   City Council Gives Southpointe Plan First Reading
Aug. 11, 2009   Olds Business Designs Safe Playgrounds
Aug. 10, 2009   Royals Perform Well in European Band Contests
Aug. 8, 2009   Official Museum Status for Laft Hus
Aug. 7, 2009   Airport Company Fights BC Wildfires
Aug. 6, 2009   Water Intake Project Detours City Trail
Aug. 5, 2009   Westerner Staff Moves to New Building
Aug. 4, 2009   New Blackfalds Industry Prepares for Future
Aug. 1, 2009   City Ready for Annexation Approval

JULY 2009 NEWS HEADLINES

July 31, 2009  
Gull Lake Community Lots Available Soon
July 30, 2009  
County Transit Service to Begin by Late August
July 30, 2009   Electric Transmission Plans Revealed at Olds
July 29, 2009   Historic City Commercial Building Being Restored
July 29, 2009   Summer Country Drive Provides 22 Attractions
July 29, 2009   Four Outdoor Gyms Under Construction in City
July 27, 2009   Bowden Wastewater and Highway Get Funding
July 27, 2009   CentreFest Street Festival Draws Thousands
July 27, 2009   'Green' Condos for Downtown Set to Proceed
July 25, 2009   Historic Designation for City Cenotaph Sought
July 24, 2009   Olds College Gets Millions for Upgrades
July 24, 2009   Downtown Park Design Concepts to be Unveiled
July 23, 2009   City's Only TV Station to Close
July 23, 2009   College Access Realignment Progressing
July 21, 2009   Westerner Days Enjoyed Strong Attendance
July 21, 2009   Southpointe Urban Village Gets First Approval
July 21, 2009   RV Dealership Gets Approval for Giant Guitar
July 21, 2009   City Seeking Proposals for Arlington Site
July 20, 2009   Historian Honoured by Veterans Affairs
July 18, 2009   Power Transmission Project Needed for Reliability
July 18, 2009   Westerner Days Experiences Record First Day
July 18, 2009   Commercial Building Planned for Riverlands
July 17, 2009   International Aircraft Convention Held at Airport
July 16, 2009   City Gives Two Sites Historic Status
July 16, 2009   Home Sales Up Over Last Year
July 16, 2009   Westerner Parade Attracts Thousands
July 15, 2009  
Red Deer County Projects Receive Stimulus Funds
July 15, 2009   City Intersection Project Gets More Costly
July 15, 2009   County to Consolidate Two Fire Stations
July 13, 2009   New Police and Firehall Building Opens in City
July 13, 2009   Rocky to Nordegg Trail Could be $7 Million Project
July 11, 2009   Stimulus Funding for Area Infrastructure Projects
July 10, 2009   City Housing Starts Increase in June
July 9, 2009   High Speed Rail Could Take 15 Years to Complete
July 7, 2009   High Speed Rail Would Benefit Red Deer Zone
July 7, 2009   Southpointe Urban Village Plan Tabled
July 7, 2009   Nova Inks Deal with Harmattan Gas Plant
July 7, 2009   Rocky Mountain House Population Decreases
July 6, 2009   Summer Cadet Program at Springbrook Updated
July 6, 2009   Federal Government Approves Nova Sale
July 4, 2009  
City Residential Permits Show Turnaround
July 4, 2009   Quarter of Top 12 Contestants from Region
July 4, 2009   Popular City River Park Being Upgraded
July 3, 2009  
Red Deer River Natural Area to be Protected
July 3, 2009   Red Deer Population Increases 2.4%
July 2, 2009   Red Deer Celebrates Canada Day in Style
July 2, 2009   City Approves Ronald McDonald House
July 2, 2009   Gasoline Alley Hotel Begins Construction
July 2, 2009   City Proceeds with Expropriation for Roadway

JUNE 2009 NEWS HEADLINES
June 30, 2009  
Expansion Plan for Ranchers Valley Inn Revealed
June 30, 2009   New Radio Station to Start Broadcasting Soon
June 30, 2009   New Bank Branch to be Built in North Red Deer
June 29, 2009   Ellis Bird Farm Reports Fewer Bluebirds
June 26, 2009   Future Plans for Highways 11 & 11A Revealed
June 26, 2009   Lacombe County Declares Drought Disaster
June 25, 2009   Early Donations Assist Ronald McDonald House
June 24, 2009   City Expanding and Improving Trail System
June 24, 2009   Citizens Provide Ideas on Recreation Park Future
June 23, 2009   Large Downtown Building Mural Approved
June 23, 2009   Schlumberger Eyes Future Move West of Highway
June 22, 2009   Annual Artwalk Festival Showcases Variety
June 19, 2009   Red Deer College Expansion Phase 1 Opens
June 19, 2009   Regional Sewer Line Bid Saves $2 Million
June 18, 2009   Seniors Transportation Issues Discussed
June 18, 2009   Parking Fees to Help Pay for New Parkade
June 17, 2009  
Trail River Crossings Moving Forward
June 17, 2009   Air Canada to Consider Regional Service in 2010
June 17, 2009   Extension Granted to Proposed Biofuel Plant
June 17, 2009   Downtown Transit Terminal Temporary Relocated
June 16, 2009   Area Communities to Get Provincial Housing Funds
June 15, 2009   Trail Feet Photos to Assist in Trail Building
June 15, 2009   Plans for Aviation Museum Revealed at Air Affair
June 13, 2009  
Lacombe County Explores RV Resort Controls
June 12, 2009   Eco Business Park Proposed Near City College
June 12, 2009   New Housing Construction Expected Next Year
June 12, 2009   Red Deer College Budgets for Growth
June 11, 2009   Vacancy Rates Up in Regional Centres
June 10, 2009   Potential Sylvan Lake Boat Launch Sites Added
June 6, 2009   Historic RCMP Station Opens in Hobbema
June 5, 2009   Former Downtown Hotel to Get Two More Storeys
June 4, 2009   Regional Wastewater Route Determined for City
June 3, 2009   Local Chamber Policies Adopted by Alberta Group
June 3, 2009   Lakefront Prices Ease in Sylvan Lake But Still High
June 2, 2009   City Council Supports Ring Road Expressway Plan
June 2, 2009   City Single Family Housing Permits Improve
June 1, 2009   Work to Start Soon on Lacombe Athletic Park


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(ave. 98/day, 2,993/month)
Returning Visitors:
4,666
(ave. 13/day, 389/month)

2008
Page Views/Hits:
96,573
(ave. 265/day, 8,048/month)
Unique Visitors:
58,728
(ave. 161/day, 4,894/month)
Returning Visitors:
7,582
(ave. 21/day, 632/month)

2009
Page Views/Hits:
124,211
(ave. 340/day, 10,351/month)
Unique Visitors: 84,004
(ave. 230/day, 7,000/month)
Returning Visitors: 9,499
(ave. 26/day, 792/month)

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Visitors from region 10%,
rest of Alberta 43%,
rest of Canada 35%,
international 12%




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