In the early 2000's, unknown to most library folks in Alberta, secret meetings were being held. None of the participants was sworn to secrecy but everyone knew that what was happening was not an approved way of operating for a public servant. I was the "Library Guy" (Stan Woloshyn) Alberta Public Library Service (1996-2009) A former President of the Alberta Library Trustees Association called to ask me if I was interested in having tea with a small group that was interested in public libraries. I was very interested because during this President's term with the Trustees Association we had had a super working relationship, accomplishing a great deal and building a very good working relationship with Trustees across the Province. I was quite intrigued by the request and any help we could get with supporting libraries would be welcome. After agreeing to meet I was given the date, time and told the gathering would be in a restaurant in St. Albert. On the appo...
If you are a student of the Olympics you might follow former Olympic athletes after they retire from formal competition. Many of these athletes go on to write books, become motivational speakers, coaches, volunteer and humanitarian work. For this blog I've chosen Henry "Hank" Akervall to profle. 1 963–64 Canada men's national ice hockey team 1964 Olympics fifty years ago. Some famous names on that team but Father David Bauer was the heart and soul of national hockey in those days. There were many player stories came from that team. A story that is rarely told though is that of the team's captain Henery"Hank"Akervall. I met Hank in 1978 when we were both going to grad school at the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley Colorado. Hank was there working on his Doctorate and I was there doing a Masters degree. The 3 Canadians shared many classes and spent a great deal of time together. Hank, Bernie MacDonald, my wife Cathy &...
Today's blog is one written by a young professional in the Recreation Sector and expresses some of her very personal feelings & insights and some learnings. If you have reactions or thoughts you would like to share please use the Comment section. Lisa Tink is a courageous young professional from Alberta who blends diverse experience in research, policy and practice with a take no prisoners’ attitude. Having worked in the provincial government, not-for-profit sector and with post-secondary institutions she is highly skilled and knowledgeable about all things recreation. Lisa is passionate about bringing theory and policy to life and recognizes the value and role of relationships in doing so. "As a 31 year old, I regularly seek career advice. After only 11 years in the sector it is a way for me to learn from those who have done more, seen more, and know more. It is also a way for me to connect with individuals who share a passion for recreati...
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