dog - Robert Thivierge

A Dog, a Phone, and a Woman

March 24, 2012August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

This on Prince's Island, at the point nearest the bridge.

Country dog

January 18, 2010August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

One of a group of dogs. I think they were an official part of the celebrations, but am not sure. Anyhow, they were all cute.

Canine walking to the finish

October 11, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

The Thanksgiving Memory Walk and Run was held on Sunday, October 11, 2009, starting and ending at Eau Claire Market in Calgary. It raises funds for the Alzheimer Society of Calgary to support dementia care programs and services.

A man, a dog, and some water

September 10, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

Water levels are fairly low right now, making it possible to walk out on some mini-islands in the Bow River, that would normally be difficult to get to, without a boat.

A dog in sheep’s clothes

July 3, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

I took this on July 3, 2009, near the end of the Calgary Stampede Parade, as it finished up along 9 Avenue SE, near 4 Street.

Dog Day of Summer

June 14, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

The annual Rick Hansen Wheels in Motion fundraiser took place outside of Eau Claire Market in Calgary on Sunday, June 14, 2009. It raises money to find a cure for spinal injuries, as well as improving accessibility for people with disabilities. People who are able to walk find out what it's like to navigate a race course in a wheelchair. Competitors included politicians and media personalities.

Promoting a new perspective on disability

May 29, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

The 11th Annual Speak Out Disability Pride Festival was held in downtown Calgary on May 29, 2009. It featured a noon hour disability pride parade on Olympic Plaza and Stephen Avenue Mall.