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January 30, 2009
Weekly newspapers recognized for Fire Prevention Week coverage
Edmonton... Nine weekly newspapers will be recognized by the Government of Alberta for their outstanding coverage of Fire Prevention Week (FPW) at an awards presentation during the Alberta Weekly Newspapers Association Symposium in Calgary on January 31.
“Fire can be deadly, and it is through the media that Albertans can learn about the tragic effects of a fire and learn to take measures to ensure they don’t become victims,” said Ray Danyluk, Minister of Municipal Affairs. “I congratulate all newspapers for playing a crucial role in helping us teach Albertans, especially children, why fires are dangerous.”
From more than 50 submissions, the winning newspapers demonstrated creative use of their pages to promote FPW, which included a mix of local stories with information from the 2008 FPW Campaign Kit. Alberta Fire Commissioner Trent West will present certificates to the winning newspapers. Winners and honourable mentions for the 2008 Fire Prevention Week Contest are:
Under 2500
Winner: Macleod Gazette
Honourable mentions: Valleyview Valley Views and the Fox Creek Times
2501 - 5000
Winner: Lacombe Globe
Honourable mentions: Didsbury Review and the Olds Albertan
5001 and over
Winner: Drumheller Valley Times
Honourable mentions: Brooks & County Chronicle and the Lloydminster Meridian Booster
“Weekly newspapers have a rich and valued history in Alberta and remain a critical link for Albertans and their communities,” said Trent West, Alberta Fire Commissioner. “I congratulate all the newspapers for their contribution in promoting Fire Prevention Week.”
For the past 25 years, the Alberta Fire Commissioner and the Alberta Emergency Management Agency (AEMA) have recognized outstanding coverage of Fire Prevention Week in Alberta’s weekly newspapers. To view the 2008 Fire Prevention Week campaign kit, including stories and fire prevention tips, visit the AEMA’s website www.aema.alberta.ca.
Media inquiries may be directed to:
Tim Chander
Communications
Municipal Affairs
780-427-8862
To call toll free within Alberta dial 310-0000.
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