Brick & Bridge Communications

06/03/2026

Good morning! We're super excited to announce that we have partnered with the Ponoka & District Chamber of Commerce to be their Member Engagement Rep! Looking forward to growing the business community and connecting owners together. Not only are we working with the Chamber, we're also a member!

06/03/2026

Folks, we're pretty excited to take on this new adventure. Jeff's jumping in and will be connecting with members!

The Ponoka & District Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to welcome 𝐉𝐞𝐟𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐲 𝐇𝐞𝐲𝐝𝐞𝐧-𝐊𝐚𝐲𝐞 as our 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫 🙌
Many of you will recognize Jeff from his years with Ponoka News, where he built strong connections throughout our community. His experience in communications, media relations, and community engagement makes him a fantastic addition to our team.
In the months ahead, Jeff will be out connecting with local businesses, building relationships, and helping strengthen the voice of our business community 💚
If you see Jeff out and about, be sure to say hello and give him a warm welcome!

05/17/2026

Artwork is arriving in huge bunches right now for the Ponoka Stampede art poster contest. We have a few schools delivering art on Tuesday and a few schools that have dropped off artwork at the Ponoka Stampede office. We can't wait to review all the amazing artists' works!

05/10/2026

📆There’s still time to get your last-minute registrations in for our upcoming Shelterbelt Workshop happening next week!

🌲Join us to learn practical tips on planning, planting, and maintaining shelterbelts to help reduce wind erosion, protect your soil, and strengthen your landscape. Whether you’re starting a new shelterbelt or looking to improve an existing one, this workshop will have something for you.

❗Don’t wait—sign up now and secure your spot before the workshop begins!

Contact Chinook Applied Research Association to reserve your spot!
📱(403) 644-3777
📧[email protected]

05/10/2026

05/10/2026

⏰ Only 10 MORE DAYS of Early Bird Pricing! ⏰

𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐟𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐮𝐩 - 𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐭’𝐬 𝐭𝐨𝐨 𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞!🥏💥

Don’t miss your chance to register at the discounted rate for the PARCS Disc Golf Tournament!

Grab your teammate and join us for an awesome day of:
🌲 Outdoor fun
🥏 Friendly competition
🎉 Great community vibes
🏆 Prizes & bragging rights

💲 Early Bird Team Registration: ONLY $40
📅 Price increases to $50 after May 19th!

👥 Maximum 36 teams (2 players per team)

👉 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞:
https://pci.jotform.com/form/260926988016064

Whether you’re experienced or just want to come out and have fun, everyone is welcome! 💚

05/10/2026

Grateful to witness and write about these legacies. Ponoka Stampede

04/28/2026

A reminder, reach out if you have any questions about the Ponoka Stampede poster contest for 2026!

2026 PONOKA STAMPEDE WESTERN ART COMPETITION

Calling all young artists… it’s your time to shine 🤠🔥

OPEN TO GRADES 1–12

Show us your best Western-inspired masterpiece for a chance to WIN BIG 👇

🖌️ CREATE YOUR ART
• Size: 11” x 14”
• Medium: your choice — paint it, draw it, make it yours

🎡 THEME: PONOKA STAMPEDE
Get inspired by the action, the energy, and the legends:
• Cowboys & Cowgirls competing
• Chuckwagon Racing
• Rodeo Queen & Flag Girl
• Bullfighters & Pick-Up Men
• Kids Wild Pony Racing 🐎
• Grandstand moments & rodeo fans
• Crash Cooper the Rodeo Clown 🤡

👉 Need inspo? Check out our social channels for real Stampede moments

⏰ DEADLINE: MAY 15
Schools are to drop off your students artwork at the Ponoka Stampede Office

🏆 WINNERS PERKS
• 🎢 Two winners from EACH GRADE will receive Unlimited Midway Ride Passes
• 📸 Featured on Ponoka Stampede social media
• 🖼️ Displayed at the Wild West Art & Gift Show

✍️ DON’T FORGET
Name, school, and grade on the BACK of your artwork

🎡 RIDE 🎢 PLAY 🧸 CREATE 🎨 REPEAT 🎟️

A huge thank you to West Coast Amusements for making the fun even bigger 💥

For contest assistance please email [email protected]

04/28/2026

The course is up on Canadian Massage and Manual Osteopathic Therapists Association's website, folks! Get in on the learning!

Location: Ponoka | Alberta Date(s): June 6-11th, 2026 Cost: $300 CEC's: 3 This workshop is live, online Conflict De-escalation in the Workplace Giving you the tools to reduce in-the-moment emotional escalation Conflict de-escalation is not about resolving disagreements—it’s about recognizing and...