Edge Writer: Wes Lafortune

Articles by Wes Lafortune

Date	Article Title
Jun 01, 2007	Soldiering as career growing in popularity Recruitment up 40 per cent despite Afghanistan conflict
Dec 08, 2005	'Concept retailing' trend costly, but growing New methods move merchandise
Nov 24, 2005	Pin company hits Olympic jackpot Selected as Vancouver Olympics' supplier
Nov 24, 2005	Caring Company program switches gears Environmental project produced additional social benefit
Nov 10, 2005	Caring Company program switches gears Environmental project produced additional social benefit
Oct 27, 2005	Trades program helps women nail careers 'Boot camp' takes only the most committed
Sep 15, 2005	Low-carb market adjusts to Atkins shakeup Firm's demise leaves critics, proponents on familiar ground
Sep 15, 2005	U.S. travel club wings way to Banff shops Local businesses find networking with travellers key to future sales
Sep 15, 2005	Low-carb sector adjusts to Atkins shakeup Firm's demise leaves critics, proponents on familiar ground
Aug 18, 2005	New book outlines steps to business integrity Leadership and laggards seen as key factors
Aug 04, 2005	Professors lay foundation for better building blocks plans to examine how readily available, low-cost materials can be used to help reinforce structures built from masonry blocks
Jul 21, 2005	First Nation firm makes recycling inroads Athabasca Chipewyan to launch tire-shredding facility
Jul 07, 2005	Satellites deliver early warning capabilities InSAR monitors potential hazards to prevent tragedy
Jun 09, 2005	Stantec media team wins with openness Alberta firm honoured by IABC
Jun 02, 2005	Digital devices provide real-time diagnosis SAIT fieldbus lab offers training advantage
May 26, 2005	Wary truckers welcome ring road funding Concerns remain over design of some routes
May 12, 2005	Have wheel, will travel - and have fun, too Adventure-seeker turns hobby into business
Apr 21, 2005	Drive-through site new e-recycling feature Alberta company seeks convenient electronic waste solution
Apr 14, 2005	Taxi companies put technology on road Gadgetry makes for faster, safer service
Apr 14, 2005	Business guru thinks outside global box Swedish expert says technology by itself won't bring success
Mar 31, 2005	Computer expert decries anti-virus overkill Industry has not told consumers 'whole story'
Mar 24, 2005	Trash kings collect information for cops Businesses get involved in anti-crime effort
Mar 10, 2005	WiFi and cup of joe new coffeeshop blend Coffee companies new hotspots for technology's early adopters
Mar 03, 2005	Fuel efficiency tops consumer wish list Gas guzzling alternatives in demand
Feb 24, 2005	Dissident food vendors make fresh start Farmers market enjoys busy first winter
Feb 17, 2005	Winemaking berry sweet to Alberta growers Berry-to-wine process takes skill
Feb 03, 2005	Drillers hope to net spot in Calgary's heart Basketball team has opportunity in NHL lockout
Jan 27, 2005	Photo companies click into digital market Technology overtakes traditional film use
Jan 20, 2005	Store owners chill out during cold snap Firms try to put best (frozen) foot forward
Jan 06, 2005	Crash didn't crush entrepreneurial spirit Disability stereotypes dismissed
Jan 06, 2005	Companies tapping into diabetes 'crisis' New health reality a boon for Western business
Dec 23, 2004	Agencies offer helping hand to new careers Industrial arts program a lifesaver to clients
Dec 16, 2004	Motor vehicle watchdog puts brakes on 'curbers' Unlicensed dealers under industry microscope
Dec 09, 2004	It's 'Konichiwa Calgary!' for consul general Diplomats set to move south from Edmonton
Dec 02, 2004	U.S. economist hails new 'imagination age' 'Destroy jobs and replace them with better ones'
Dec 02, 2004	Privacy concerns slow online commerce But retailers realize value of website presence
Nov 25, 2004	Entrepreneur bridging ecotourism G.A.P. Business success looms large for globetrotting entrepreneur
Nov 18, 2004	Road roulette takes toll on energy sector Fatigue may be contributing fatality factor
Oct 28, 2004	Provinces try to reel in U.S. film dollars But ‘Conan’ vows to bring industry back to Hollywood
Oct 21, 2004	UN Oil-For-Food program under scrutiny Committee delving into Iraq’s alleged misuse of funds
Oct 21, 2004	Aboriginal entrepreneurs proud of success Programs in place to help new ventures
Oct 21, 2004	Specialized services give businesses a boost Many owners seek outside expertise to gain extra edge
Oct 14, 2004	Seniorpreneur bakes up storm in new career Study shatters myth that aged are a burden on society
Oct 07, 2004	Business incubator nurturing new ventures Startups will have three years to test commercial viability
Sep 16, 2004	Korean airline adds Calgary to cargo service Airport touts new relationship as link to Asian market
Sep 09, 2004	Cyclists shifting gears into work lifestyle Bike commuter numbers surge across the West
Sep 02, 2004	Cyclists shifting gears into work lifestyle Bike commuter numbers surge across the West
Jul 22, 2004	Firms decide cellphones, driving don't mix Province under pressure to ban use in vehicles
Jun 17, 2004	Creativity turned eyesore into masterpiece Critical Mass staff enjoying distinctive digs

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