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elder abuse: Across Canada, more than 766,000 seniors were abused in 2015, according to CTV. Every older person has the right to participate fully in our society and the right to feel safe and live free of fear of abuse, said Deputy Mayor and Ward 1 councillor Ward Sutherland. According to city officials, an estimated 9,000 seniors in Calgary are victims of some form of elder abuse be it physical, financial, emotional, psychological or sexual. The Calgary Police Service elder abuse unit, a brach of the domestic violence unit, has seen an increase in the number of reported abuses perpetrated against seniors, In 2015, the unit four dedicated constables and two dedicated social workers, investigated 148 cases, a 35.77 per cent increase over 2014 109 reported cases. Luanne Whitmarsh, Kerby Centre CEO, says attempted financial abuse can place the victim at the mercy of a family member. Calgary Elder Abuse Awareness Rally, an annual event, included representatives from: Calgary Catholic Immigration Society Calgary Chinese Elderly Citizens' Association Calgary Police Service Calgary Seniors Resource Society Carya City of Calgary Immigrant Services Calgary Jewish Family Service Calgary Kerby Centre An estimated 80 per cent of incidents of elder abuse are not reported with a number of the attacks being perpetrated by the victim loved ones including grandchildren or adult children. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

Calgary Mayor Naheed Nenshi: Harper met Alberta Premier Alison Redford and Calgary Mayor Naheed Nenshi at the Calgary airport just after 3 p.m. MT where he received a briefing before taking a helicopter tour of the flood-damaged areas, according to CBC. The prime minister said at a Friday evening news conference that there are concerns that if the flood worsens, it could have "real impact on infrastructure and other services longer term" in Calgary, but he encouraged people to be optimistic and patient as the situation evolves. Calgary floods: what you need to know now Your photos of southern Alberta floods Prime Minister Stephen Harper, who travelled to Alberta to witness the damage done by floodwaters in southern Alberta and Calgary, says the magnitude of the flood in the province's most populous city is "just extraordinary." Harper and Redford had spoken by phone earlier Friday and agreed to a co-ordinated response to the disaster. Harper also spoke to Nenshi, who provided an update on the situation in his city, which includes Harper's riding of Calgary Southwest. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

Chinese Cultural Centre Dept: - Mayoral town hall on issues facing immigrants. Runs from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Calgary Chinese Cultural Centre, 197 1st St. S.W. Hosted by the Immigrant Sector Council of Calgary and the Ethno Cultural Council of Calgary, according to Calgary Herald. - Ward 1 and 2 CBE trustee forum. 7 to 9 p.m. in cafeteria at Bowness High School, 4627 77th St. N.W. Hosted by Calgary Association of Parents and School Councils and tODAY - Ward 1 aldermanic forum. 7 p.m. at the MacEwan Student Centre ballroom, University of Calgary. Hosted by CivicCamp and the University of Calgary Students' Union. As reported in the news.
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calgary: Last year, 445 children were enrolled in the day camp, according to CBC. Of the 585 kids enrolled this year, 128 are Syrian refugees. The Calgary Bridge Foundation for Youth said it been inundated with calls and has had to turn some children away. MORE CALGARY NEWS Calgary area hammered with rain and hail but no tornadoMORE CALGARY NEWS Calgary man dies while climbing in Kananaskis The Bridge Foundation helps subsidize camp costs for low-income families. "The Syrian refugee children that have been here just about a year will not pay at all," said Umashanie Reddy, the foundation executive director. Building skills, learning community The camp also aims to help kids build social skills and learn about their community. "We did a scavenger hunt with the junior high group downtown during Stampede, so they can get to know the city and learn how to use Calgary Transit," he said. "They the camp kids from Syria will be teaching kids Arabic and the kids will be teaching them English and they just work hand in hand, together, in order to learn and find out different ways to understand each other." "Sometimes you don't need the language to show someone they're welcome into Canada," Noel added. Camp co-ordinator Rodney Noel says simple things, like a soccer game on a sunny day, take on more meaning for kids at the camp. "Being able to just go and play and be kids will make a huge difference on these kids' lives because of where they came from," Noel said. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

calgary photographer: The new library, just five minutes away from the shelter, seemed like a great way to Shouting to get out of the centre for the day and get used to being back in Calgary, according to Toronto Star. Thomas Limequeco, a local Calgary photographer, was one of the new Central Library's many visitors this week after a busy opening weekend. Having just moved back to Calgary from Lethbridge, Shouting says he is staying at the Calgary Drop-In Centre in the East Village until he can find a place to live. Andrew Jeffrey / Star Metro Calgary It's important to have somewhere to go to read a book, go on a computer, just chill out, Shouting says. It's my first time being at the library too. It's awesome to get away from there and sit around here. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

Weather In Calgary Dept: While operations are back up and running, airlines and crews are now working to get back on track which is going to take "some time" according to the Calgary Airport Authority, according to CBC. At this time, 32 flights have been cancelled through our network due to the weather in Calgary and our guest solutions team is working to re-accommodate these guests, said Westjet s Jennifer Sanford said in an email during the alert. We currently have six aircraft holding short of the gate and five flights waiting for takeoff in other cities for their arrival into Calgary and officials with Calgary s International Airport lifted a lightning advisory but the four-hour red alert continues to cause major delays for local fliers. The airport was under a red alert, which means that there is lightning activity within five miles of the airport and ground crews cannot work outside. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

Mexican Authorities Dept: Calgary police said Thursday that immigration officials in Tijuana arrested Pablo Rodrigo Russell, 34, on Wednesday after he was unable to provide proper documentation. Officials then discovered the warrants for his arrest and contacted Canadian officials. Pablo Rodrigo Russell, 34, has been arrested in Mexico on a murder warrant issued in Calgary. Calgary Police Service, according to CBC. Calgary police issued warrants for Russell on March 15 for first-degree murder and one count each of accessing and possessing child pornography and mexican authorities have arrested a man wanted by Calgary police in connection with a murder in the city last year. Russell has since been transferred to Mexico City where he is awaiting a deportation hearing. As reported in the news.
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Lifetime Contribution Dept: Volunteer Calgary would like to acknowledge and thank all the volunteers in our city who dedicated thousands of hours everyday to supporting our community, according to Calgary Herald. Brian McGregor, a lifelong Calgary volunteer recently founded a volunteer-run organization called Cancervive. Brian has spent his entire life, since his teenage years devoted to helping others and his community. After his own battle with Cancer Brian was even more inspired to volunteer and initiated a Calgary to Austin non-stop bike relay. Brian has raised approx $400,000 each year with this ride and his group of dedicated riders. His latest initiative the Warrior Challenge, another completely volunteer run initiative, helps cancer survivors train for and take part in the Livestrong Challenge event in the United States and in celebration of National Volunteer week outstanding volunteers in 8 different categories were recognized on April 13th during the 15th annual Volunteer Calgary Leadership Awards. Recognizes an individual who has made an outstanding lifetime contribution to the Calgary community. As reported in the news.
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Calgary Herald Dept: When EducationMatters, the Calgary Board of Education's foundation, was envisioned, it came from a sincere belief that the best public education happens when the community is involved in supporting learning enhancements to benefit students and teachers, according to Calgary Herald. In year eight, Education-Matters is still an evolving organization. In 2010, we established our 100th learning enhancement fund, thanks to the generosity of Calgary citizens. We also received $1 million in contributions and pledges from hundreds of donors and businesses. Of these donations, one-third was directed into endowment funds, now valued at $1.7 million and growing, to build a legacy for Calgary's students and teachers. The remainder was issued in program grants and scholarships that directly support Calgary's K-12 public education students to assist with high school completion and continued learning at the postsecondary level and re: "School charity gets failing grade," Editorial, July 3. Reflecting on that vision, which also mirrors our mandate to build legacy funds that help Calgary's public education students have the best possible learning experience, I believe Education-Matters is well on its way to achieving these goals. As reported in the news.
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cases: The majority of cases dealt with by the tribunal involve people trying to bring spouses and other family members to Canada, according to CBC. It also hears cases of permanent residents, refugees and others who have been ordered out of the country. The Immigration Appeal Division a tribunal that hears rejected family-class immigration cases is experiencing a dramatic reduction in board members. MORE CALGARY NEWS Grizzly bears near Calgary prompt wildlife groups to install electric fenceMORE CALGARY NEWS Brian Burke on arenas, tax breaks and moving the Calgary Flames to Quebec According to the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada IRB 11 federally-appointed judges should be hearing appeals in Calgary and Vancouver for the entire western region. The Privy Council Office, which took over the appointment process last year, tells CBC News there is one full-time and one part-time position in Vancouver and one member in Calgary. But as of June 16, the IRB says it will be down to just one judge in each city. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.