Every once in a while, someone pokes the hornet’s nest on some area of faith and believers wake up. Bill C-9, originally meant to protect places of worship from intimidation and harassment, has been turned on its head, and Christian influencers are rallying the troops. In January 2024, Canada launched the Action Plan on Combatting Hate. It was introduced in Parliament on … [Read more...] about The hornet’s nest of Bill C-9
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Exploring the Faith of Premiers Ernest Manning & William Aberhart
Whom were the only radio evangelists to become provincial premiers in Canada? William Aberhart and Ernest Manning have that distinction. Aberhart, known as Bible Bill, served as the seventh Premier of Alberta from 1935 to 1943. Ernest Manning was the eighth Alberta Premier from 1943 to 1968. Born in Ontario, Aberhart had attended a Presbyterian Sunday School, giving his life … [Read more...] about Exploring the Faith of Premiers Ernest Manning & William Aberhart
Alberta Camp Spotlight
Alberta Pioneer Camp | Pioneer Bible Camp | Blue Bronna Wilderness Camp | Camp Teepee Pole | Camp Valaqua Alberta Pioneer Camp Resiliency & Jesus Moments: There is so much value in experiencing new things. Through backcountry trips, horsemanship skills, and sunny days spent splashing in the pool or lake we have found that each camp moment presents a unique opportunity … [Read more...] about Alberta Camp Spotlight
BC Camp Spotlight
Photo: Courtesy of Camp Qwanoes ––– Camp Squeah | Camp Qwanoes | TWU Camps | Camp Amasa Camp Squeah Kids Need More OutsideIn the age of screens, digital information, technology and electronic everything, now more than ever we need to soak ourselves and our children in creation. There are many reasons to be concerned these days about how our culture is influencing … [Read more...] about BC Camp Spotlight
“Going All Out” – and everyone’s invited! Camp Qwanoes Summer 2026 – Celebrating 60 years!
It was the last full day of summer and a camper asked me a question that caught me completely off guard. It was Youth Camp (ages 15-18) and on the last full day we do a giant outdoor banquet complete with elaborate decorations, a huge setup, and an incredible meal. It’s a memorable night that takes ALL our staff to make it possible. The setup was well underway - staff were … [Read more...] about “Going All Out” – and everyone’s invited! Camp Qwanoes Summer 2026 – Celebrating 60 years!