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Central Alberta Organization Recognized With Inspiration Award
By Sheldon Spackman
A Central Alberta organization was among many groups and individuals recognized at Government House in Edmonton on Friday, November 4th with an Inspiration Award.
The Central Alberta Regional Vision for Non-Violence Coalition was among the “Group Award” recipients for it’s efforts and leadership in family violence prevention.
Through collaboration, the Coalition is addressing family violence and bullying in the communities of Benalto, Bentley, Blackfalds, Bowden, Delburne, Eckville, Elnora, Innisfail, Lacombe, Rimbey, Rocky Mountain House, Stettler and Sylvan Lake.
Friday’s award recipients were honoured for their work in the areas of the prevention of family violence, sexual assault, child abuse and bullying.
(Photo courtesy of the Alberta Government)
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