Foothills Advocacy In Motion Society - FAIM

03/08/2026

Daylight Saving Time begins March 8, when we “spring forward” and move our clocks ahead one hour to enjoy more daylight in the evenings. The idea was introduced to make better use of daylight during the warmer months and help people spend more time outdoors. Today, most of Canada follows Daylight Saving Time, welcoming those brighter evenings that remind us spring is just around the corner. ☀️🌷

03/07/2026

This week at FAIM!

Can you correctly guess the answer to all these questions?

Don’t answer here…Send me your answers to linda@faims.org and I’ll have a prize for the first person to answer the most questions correctly. 🥇

Photo 1: A visit to Flying Squirrel, what branch are we from? 🐿️
Photo 2: Flyer delivery…who Is the CSW in this photo? 🗞️
Photo 3: Where are we cleaning? 🧹
Photo 4: What is this client-led meeting about? 🙋‍♂️
Photo 5: Where are we? From which branch? 📚
Photo 6: These young men are working at their shredding business, do you know their names? 👨‍💼
Photo 7: What day does Megan do her shopping with Outreach support? 🛒
Photo 8: What is this class called? Bonus point if you can tell me the instructors name? 🤔
Photo 9: What branch are these two lovely people from? 🚗
Photo 10: How many laps do you think Laura swam this week? 🏊‍♀️
Photo 11: Who is this rider? 🐎
Photo 12: Where is Laura-Marie working? 👚
Photo 13: Do you know this guys name? He always has a smile on his face. 😃
Photo 14: Who can tell me this gentleman’s name? What about the CSW? ♻️
Photo 15: Who is cleanings the floors? 🧹
Photo 16: Katherine would like you to know that she's a supporter of both the regular olympics and the _________.
Photo 17: Who is this painting her craft? 🎨
Photo 18: Where is Maddie making this craft? 🤭

Thanks for playing along!
-Linda

03/07/2026

Get ready for a fun night out! 🎉

Join us for Banger Bingo in support of Foothills Advocacy in Motion Society (FAIM) and help raise funds for improvements to our Okotoks program. Enjoy an exciting evening of music, bingo, a silent auction, and a dance to finish the night!

Grab some friends, book a table, and come support a great cause.

For all details and to purchase tickets, please visit:

www.faims.org/fundraising/events

03/06/2026

This week our Executive Director, Gerry McCallum, started his 25th year with Foothills Advocacy in Motion (FAIM)! 🎉

For nearly 25 years, Gerry has been a passionate advocate and leader for the people we support and the communities we serve. His dedication has helped FAIM grow and continue creating meaningful opportunities for the people in our program.

Thank you, Gerry, for your leadership and commitment over the years — we’re lucky to have you! 🏆

02/28/2026

This week in Strathmore!
Photos 1-3: Teegan volunteers every Thursday at Alpine Pet Rescue, where he helps to care for all the dogs in the shelter. We love getting to see all the cute pups! 🐶
Photo 4: Strathmore peeps posing for a group photo! 📸
Photo 5: Robyn creates and sells bowl cozies. These look amazing Robyn! 🪡 🧵
Photo 6-14: Photo dump of Strathmore branch working, dancing, smiles, fun, cooking, visiting, music and laughter!
(I was too late in the day to get proper descriptions, my apologies!)
Thank you Sunny & Leisja 📸

02/28/2026

This week in Airdrie!
Photo 1: Ryan working at Tails to Tell 🐈
Photo 2: Jordan hard at work 🔧
Photo 3: Justin jamming to his favourite song before getting to work. 🎵
Photo 4: Hayley and CSW Jenn smiling
for the camera. 📷
Photo 5: CSW Dia, Justin and Connor playing ball pong. 🏆
Photo 6: Jackson made Hawaiian Naan Pizza. 🍕
Photo 7: Kenzie still smiling after our jam session with Chris. 🎸
Photo 8 & 9: Emmi and CSW working so hard to get the dominos ready…. CSW Tarela knocking down the dominos 😂
Photo 10: CSW Sue and Kenzie making play doh. 🥣
Photo 11: Jackson, Jordan and Emmi playing uno. Connor working on his building project. 🤔
Photo 12: Music Jam with Chris 🎸
Photo 13&14: Craft time. Gina, Hayley Kenzie 🎨
Photo 15: Connor, Hayley, CSW Dia, Kendel, Jessica and staff Ladawn at the food bank packaging condiments. 🥫
Photo 16: Jackson working at tri fit. 🧼
Photo 17: Connor, Jessica and Jackson working hard at NDT storage unit. 💪
Thank you Jenn 📸

02/28/2026

This week in High River we are featuring Sarah!

Interview with Sarah Cowan working at Living Prairie Kennels in Blackie
Q: How long have you been working at Living Prairie Kennels?
SC: Ive been at LPK for 5+ years, I began as a volunteer and then was offered a job.
Q: What are your responsibilities at LPK?
SC: I take the dogs into the office leash for runs, walks and playtime. I clean the indoor Kennels and outdoor dog runs.
I have occasionally been given the opportunity to help with some training and I have participated in First Aid for Canines job training.
Q: What have you learned from working at LPK?
SC: I have learned patience, I have learned to be aware of a dogs abilities and meet their needs where they are at. I have learned time management, how to work as part of a team and how working with dogs can translate into everyday life.
Q: What advice would you give to others looking for this type of work?
SC: I would say you need to love animals, understand dogs, be able to work alone and outdoors in all weather, be open minded. Be open to the fact that every employer may not be able to accommodate our needs and be ok with rejection because the next job might be something you love. Base your search on things you love.
Q: What is your favorite memory working at LPK?
SC: When, Michelle (the owner) asked me to help/ watch one of their dogs having puppies.

What a great interview, Sarah! Thank you for sharing with us. You’re a star! 🌟

02/27/2026

This week in Okotoks!
Photos 1&2: cooking program made Crepe Tacos for lunch! 🌮
Photo 3: Martha sorting clothing at her job at Missions Thrift Store 👚
Photo 4: Ryan enjoying a trip to Flying Squirrel 🐿️
Photo 5: Isaac got 4 strikes at bowling 🎳 today. He got 3 in a row which meant he got the turkey 🦃! Congrats Isaac!
Photo 6: Laura delivers Coffee Times papers every Thursday 📰
Photo 7: Andy has worked at the Rec Center for many years! Keep up the good work! 🧹
Photo 8: Jess at her weekly riding class. 🐴 Love that big smile! 😀
Photo 9&10: Greg works doing office custodial each week and keeps everything thing looking sparkly clean! 🌟
Photo 11: Mark works at Meadowridge School in the Library each week. 📚
Photo 12-14: Mel, Laura Marie and Holly all doing their work at Missions Thrift Store 👕 💿 Thank you ladies! 😊
Photos 14&16: Cindy is a baker and is practicing her piping skills! 👩‍🍳

02/26/2026

Our Banger Bingo Fundraiser and Silent Auction is coming up fast!

Please share this post, and visit the link below to purchase tickets so you can help support FAIM and join in on all the fun!

Banger Bingo is an engaging, interactive comedy gameshow based around your favorite rock anthems of all time and unlike anything you’ve seen before!

02/13/2026

This week in STRATHMORE!
Photo 1,2: Victor and his staff held a Pal-entine’s celebration. Clients wrote thank yous to peers and staff and pinned them to the Pal-entine Line. 💘
Photo 3: Matthew returns from a skiing injury just in time to celebrate the Olympics! ⛷️
Photo 4: Collaborative Art 🖼️
Photo 5: Lori was the bingo winner! 🏆
Photo 6: Saying farewell toApril ♥️
Photo 7: Skyler doing his recycling job for Assist Business Center. Rock ‘n Roll, Skyler! 🎸
Photo 8: Another Pal-entine photo with Marissa and CSW Vicki M 🎞️
Thank you Jo & Emma 📸

02/13/2026

This week in AIRDRIE!
Photo 1: Justin grocery shopping for cooking program. 🛒
Photo 2&3: Connor and Jordan enjoying their workouts 🏋️‍♀️
Photo 4: Justin being a great help scraping the ice off the truck. 🧊
Photo 5: Conner showing his NDT skills. 💪
Photo 6-9: Hayley, Emmi, Ryan and
Connor enjoying their bowling time. 🎳
Photo 10,11: Jordan and Justin dropping off donations. 🛻
Photo 12: Justin, Jackson and Hayley about to make an afternoon NDT run. 🦺
Photo 13-15: Hayley making the Airdrie FAIM office shine!! 🧼 ✨
Photo 16: Kenzie having a great day dancing! 💃
Thank you Jenn 📸

02/13/2026

This week in HIGH RIVER!
Photo 1: Happy Birthday to Team Lead Rebecca! 🎂 🎉
Photo 2: Robyn working at his recycling job. Thank you Sean 📸
Photo 3: Katherine folding church bulletins. Thank you Vanessa 📸
Photo 4,5: Team Leads Adriane and Rebecca, matching day! 👯
Photo 6: Some pretty office decor! ♥️
Photo 7-11: Brad and Vicky dressed up for the hospital volunteer lunch. Bruce dressed up as cupid 💘
Photo 12: Brad and Grace (the hospital coordinator). 🏥
Thank you Vicky 📸
Thank you Ashley