Looking for a safe and virtually painless procedure to get rid of your varicose veins? Ultrasound guided foam sclerotherapy is an alternative to surgical stripping to treat varicose veins. This procedure improves appearance and reduces the health risks associated with blood pooling. Treatment is fast and can be less invasive than surgery, as well as offers little to no downtime or discomfort. Advantages of sclerotherapy can include providing quick relief from symptoms, causing no downtime with minimal risk of side effects, being minimally invasive with no scarring, and providing long-lasting results.

Youth HQ empowers youth by fostering a community of support and seeks to instill young people with confidence in their unique identities and abilities, while providing safe environments and opportunities. Youth HQ aims to address the unique needs of youth and develop social skills, life skills, work skills, or self-esteem. Programs and services include Boys & Girls Club, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Camp Alexo, 49th Street Youth Shelter, Mentorship Programs, After School Clubs, and the Canadian Tire Jumpstart and Subsidy Programs. Youth HQ, YouthHQ.ca

Nestled 300 feet below the Monashee Mountain Range near Valemount, British Columbia lies a natural spring. Monashee Water is true spring water and it contains no chemicals or additives, only essential minerals. It’s also slightly alkaline, which many health practitioners believe helps balance your body’s pH and, as a result, enhances the body’s ability to heal itself. Experience the natural spring water difference.

Feb. 23 4 pm – 8 pm The Coldest Night of The Year is a walk to raise awareness and funds to support The Mustard Seed as they serve the most vulnerable men, women and children in our community. Visit cnoy.org for more information.

Drop in beginner watercolor classes every Monday from the 1-4 p.m. No experience required. Cost is $30. Call 403-597-1594 or email sally@sallytowerssybblis.com to register. More classes listed on ‘Events’ page of SallyTowersSybblis.com.

Replacing the roof at a complex. New asphalt in the parking lot. Upgrading underground utilities. Condominiums age and need to be repaired and maintained. The Condominium Property Act requires that condominium corporations establish and maintain a capital replacement reserve fund to provide for major repairs and replacement of property and common property. A new reserve fund study must be conducted every five years to make sure your building’s reserve fund is up-to-date. Why is this important? This allows you to get on with enjoying condo living without unexpected repair and maintenance costs and even to sell your condo with confidence.

Reduce joint pain and the risk of heart attack and stroke, boost energy and protect against 50 chronic illnesses – Health Basics is a simple, positive, and empowering group-based lifestyle program intended for people who want to choose healthy living, lose weight, and become more active. Participants learn simple changes and set goals to practice their new skills. Small group discussion and a positive atmosphere foster accountability and learning. Be one of the more than 4600 people who have benefitted from this program over the past 10 years. Visit www.reddeerpcn.com to learn more about Health Basics. To register, call 403-343-9100.

Do you suffer with dry, flaky, alligator skin during the winter months? Your skin is your body’s largest organ, so taking proper care of it is important, especially in the dry heat indoors and freezing wind outside. Healthy skin can help you avoid wrinkles, skin conditions, and infections, as well as keep that itchy feeling away. Optimize your skin this winter by following these tips. 1. Shower or bathe in lukewarm water and avoid long, hot showers. 2. Pat skin dry with a towel, but don’t rub. 3. Use a quality moisturizer immediately after bathing/showering. 4. Minimize soap usage.