Summer 2014 - Fairview Community Association

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Summer 2014 - Fairview Community Association
www.fairviewcommunity.ca
NEXT ISSUE: SEPTEMBER
Summer 2014
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If you are reading this, so are your
potential customers!
Community
Garden Meeting –
August 6th
Senior’s Meeting
– August 13th
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September 2014
DOVER
to Your Door
June 2014
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Fall 2014
Your Official Community Newsletter
Community Garden
Meeting - June 4th
BACK TO
SCHOOL
Hillsboro Place Public Info
Session #2 - June 12th
AGM - June 18th
Neighbour Day in Flavelle
Park - June 21st
Senior’s Tea/Meeting June 27th
Take the Community
Garden Site Survey!
Flint Playground Build August 14-17.
The Evergreen
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NEW
September 2014
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Information & Programs for the Evergreen Area
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September 2014
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Drivers slow down in school zones,
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Flint Playground
Build –
August 14-17.
Hello
Shawnessy!
September 2014
Local Information, Events & Recreation Programs – Shawnessy
Shannon Park and Shawville Residents
BACK TO SCHOOL!
Drivers slow down in school zones,
watch for crosswalks, and be on the
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and we’ll add you to our directory. Call 403.252.5424 or email [email protected] for
more information or to sign up.
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Shaw Charity Classic 2014 - August 27- 31, 2014
Volunteers Needed! Looking for a great way to enjoy the fun and excitement of The Shaw Charity Classic? Come and join the CPAA
Team at this year's Classic working hole one concession. Last year we had a lot of fun serving up refreshments and burgers to
hungry spectators and golfers alike. So much so we decided to do it again this year. With support from Volunteers like you we
raised over $6000.00 last year for our members. Come out this year and help us raise some more, several positions available.
Contact the Cerebral Palsy Association, 403-543-1161, [email protected]
The Schizophrenia Society of Alberta is very excited to invite you to our Open Minds Walk and Run 2014!
Saturday August 23, 2014, North Glenmore Park, Blue Heron and Golden Eagle Picnic Areas (7305
Crowchild TR SW). The Schizophrenia Society for Alberta needs you more than ever! All funds raised will
go directly to the branch in your area to support the programs offered to those living with schizophrenia
and their family and caregivers. Visit http://www.schizophrenia.ab.ca/index.php/get-involved/join-an-ssaevent.html or contact Andrea Salciccioli, 403.264.5161, [email protected]
Summer 2014
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Our Vision
To promote and enhance a healthy, safe and productive environment
for the Residents of Fairview by providing access to programs,
services and information, all while establishing a sense of community
identity and belonging.
Board of Directors
President Dave Eisenbart
403.454.8327
[email protected]
1st Vice
Stacey McDougall
403.474.305
[email protected]
2nd Vice
Pat Hirsche
403.259.4341
[email protected]
Treasurer Kara Fredrickson
403.999.5572
[email protected]
Secretary Carah Scherwitz
403.301.5223
[email protected]
Directors at Large: Shauna deFreitas
403.993.8573
Elizabeth Duerkop
403.245.9346
Melody Eisenbart
403.454.8327
Vanessa Hanel
403.808.6878
Robert Isaac
403.355-5335
Joel Klyn
403.698.1566
Joanne Norton
403.474.1326
Community Services Contacts:
Police Non-Emergency Services (Dist 6)
403.567.6600
Community Liaison Officer:
403.567.6600
Cst. Henry Robinson #4196
[email protected]
Community & Neighborhood Services, South Area: 403.476.7277
www.welcomewagon.ca
866.627.6070
www.calgaryyouthjustice.com
403.261.9861
Government Representatives
Councillor, Ward 9 Gian-Carlo Carra
[email protected]
403.268.2430
www.carra4ward9.ca
MLA, Calgary-Acadia, Honourable Jonathan Denis, QC (PC)
[email protected]
403.640.1363
Fairview In Focus
Fairview in Focus is published 11 times a
year by the Fairview Community Association
and hand-delivered to all Fairview homes.
The opinions expressed within any published
article, report or submission reflects those of
the author, and should not be considered to
reflect those of the Fairview Community
Association. The information contained in
this newsletter is believed to be accurate, but
is not warranted to be so. The Community
Association does not endorse any person or
persons advertising in this newsletter, and
publication of these ads should not be
considered an endorsement of any goods or
services.
Submission Deadline: 10th of the month for
the next month’s news.
Comments, Questions & Submissions are
always welcome.
Editor Email: [email protected]
Mail:
Fairview Community Association
Box 78053, 383 Heritage Dr SE,
Calgary, AB T2H 2Y1
Messages: 403.252.5424
Email: [email protected]
Web-Site: www.fairviewcommunity.ca
Table of Contents
Board Bits
Community Garden
Membership
Monthly Recipe
Playground Committee
Playgrounds, Child Care,
School Information
Seniors
Upcoming Events
Volunteer Opportunities
Youth Services Map
Cover: Dave Sanderson, owner of Toppler
Bowl in Fairview Picture taken by Mark
Dutkoski.
MP, Calgary Southeast, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration, and
Multiculturalism Jason Kenney
403.225.3480
www.jasonkenney.ca
[email protected]
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From Alberta Health Services
President’s Message
President's Message
Accidental Poisoning
It has been a perfect
start to the 2014
summer with
beautiful weather, a
great Stampede and
lots of positive buzz
in Calgary. It is an
above 30C day in
mid-July as I write
this column! It was
great to see all of the
work on Flavelle Park get completed this past
week as we are finally able to close that chapter
in Fairview’s history. We are looking forward
to utilizing that park space all summer and
again for our Fairview Family Festival & Film
Night on September 12th.
I would like to publicly thank Tracy Sanford for
her work on the board over the past few years Tracy has moved on to other things but will be
around to help volunteer for us in the future.
Also a big thanks to Joanne Norton and Shauna
de Freitas, our newest board members this year,
and to all the returning board members for their
continued support and efforts. I am also very
excited to announce that we have filled all of
our executive positions! Thanks to everyone for
stepping up!
We are also very pleased to introduce a new
column in this month’s newsletter that has been
in the works for many months - the Fairview
Business Initiative. This column will highlight
many of the great local small businesses in and
around Fairview. This month’s column will
feature an old familiar friend that has been a
We expect the remainder of the work on Flint
centrepiece of Fairview for decades. Special
Park to be completed sometime this summer
with our major playground build happening on thanks to Mark Dutkoski for his help with this
fun and fascinating project, both with the
August 14th to 17th - we really need a lot of
community volunteers to complete this massive interviews and great photography!
project! Read on for more details about how
There are a lot of updates in this newsletter
you can help out.
including an info on our AGM, seniors
activities, Flint Playground build, our Spares &
It was wonderful to see a solid enthusiastic
group of seniors turn out for our first seniors tea Strikes bowling night, the Community Garden
and Hillsboro Place, so read on!
and meeting on June 27th. We are hoping to
keep this going indefinitely, but need support
from as many people as possible. There is more
info on this further in this newsletter.
Summer 2014
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Summer 2014
Alberta Health Services EMS would like to remind parents
about precautions they can take to prevent childhood poisonings. Ingesting medications, prescription, or over-thecounter products, is the leading cause of accidental poisoning in children. Even small amounts of adult medications
can be seriously harmful, or even fatal to your child if swallowed. Other causes of poisoning are household products,
such as dishwasher tablets and personal care items (mouthwash, nail polish, etc.).
MEDICATION STORAGE
- Store all medications in a locked container and place in an
area inaccessible to children.
- Keep medications in their original child-resistant packaging.
- Do not mix multiple medications inside one bottle.
- Install child locks on all cabinets, or drawers where medications are stored.
SAFETY TIPS
- Ensure visitors to your home keep their personal belongings out of children’s reach. They may contain unsafe items.
- Take extra precautions with medicines that appeal to children such as chewable vitamins, or flavoured cough and
cold syrups.
- Properly dispose of any medications, or toxic household
products no longer in use.
PREVENTION
- Store household products, car supplies, and cosmetics in
locked cupboards, or drawers.
- Apply child safely latches to drawers and cabinets, if they
are within a child’s reach.
- Know and label all plants in and around your home and
garden.
- Antifreeze, windshield washer fluid, and pesticides are extremely poisonous. Even small amounts of these can cause
serious illness when ingested.
- Poisoning information can be obtained by calling the Poison and Drug Information Service (PADIS) at 1-800-3321414.
- In case of a poisoning emergency, call 9-1-1.
- Provide the name of the product ingested or, if it is safe
to do so, a sample of the substance for EMS to inspect on
their arrival.
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Calgarians can help keep natural
areas natural
From design through construction, progress continues
on all three new recreation facilities in the southeast.
There are many different types of parks in Calgary. They
are broadly divided into two categories; manicured parks
and natural area parks. Manicured parks have cropped
grass, landscaped trees, non-native plants and open
spaces. Natural area parks are designed to increase the
diversity of native plants and animals by protecting
natural habitats and allowing natural processes to occur.
Some specialized techniques for improving natural area
parks include; erosion control, weed control, and
planting native vegetation.
At Quarry Park, crews are mobilizing on site to start on
foundation work. Local residents can expect to see
construction activity on the site increase over the next
two year as the recreation facility is built. When open,
the approximately 95,000 sq. ft. facility at 108 Quarry
Park Rd. S.E. will include two pools, a gymnasium, a
fitness centre and library.
The natural area parks in the city provide important
habitat, food, and movement corridors for many species
of birds, animals and native vegetation. They act as
protective buffers between urban areas and sensitive
ecosystems such as rivers and wetlands. Natural area
parks also provide us with a place to exercise, relax,
unwind and enjoy nature.
Foundation work starts on first of
three southeast recreation facilities
Board Bits and Business
Photos of all the IDA, Flint Park and Flavelle
Park upgrades have been updated on our
website - check them out at
www.fairviewcommunity.ca
Keeping natural areas healthy is everyone’s
responsibility. Please refrain from engaging in these
activities because of their negative impact to nature’s
careful balance: mowing, irrigation, planting, placing
garden furniture, composters, and bird feeders, dumping
of garden waste, and building of bike jumps.
Expect construction on the Great Plains facility to start
in the fall. The arena facility at 5749 76 Ave. S.E. will
feature two multi-purpose rinks that will bring together
ice sports enthusiasts from across the city.
Schematic design work at Seton continues to progress.
The approximately 330,000 sq. ft. regional recreation
facility will feature competition and leisure pools, two
multi-purpose rinks, three gymnasiums, fitness centre,
theatre, library and more. The City will unveil the
schematic design to the community in late 2014.
These new recreation facilities will provide great spaces
to play, learn, grow and connect and are a vital
component in developing active, vibrant and complete
communities. For the latest news and designs for each
new facility, visit www.calgary.ca/newreccentres.
Quarry Park recreation facility rendering (subject to
change)
Summer 2014
These activities are damaging to the natural area
because they allow for the introduction of weedy
species, and loss of native species diversity and habitat.
These activities are also prohibited under the Parks and
Pathways Bylaw.
Calgarians can help keep Calgary’s natural areas
healthy through encouraging and engaging in
behaviours that support a healthy ecosystem. As
neighbours to the natural area and as members of the
larger community of Calgary, you can play a part in
keeping Calgary natural and beautiful:
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stay on the designated trails and pathways;
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do not dig holes, plant vegetation, dump garden
waste, mow, or place garden furniture/composters
in the natural area;
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do not feed or disturb the wildlife; and
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groom pets to remove plant parts, which stops the
spread of weeds.
Flavelle Park
Flavelle Park work was completed in mid-July
with installation of the final two benches next
to the playground as well as our beautiful
bronze donor plaque. Be sure to check out the
final upgrades and make use this great green
space to its fullest!
If you would like to volunteer for restoration activities in a
natural area park you can register online at calgary.ca.
Additional information can be found in the Parks and
Pathways Bylaw (Bylaw Number 20M2003) at calgary.ca
and by calling 311.
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Flint Park
The
off-leash area has been seeing a lot more
activity since the fence went in in May. Since
the last newsletter, the final section of pathway
has been paved and the “entering/exiting offleash area” signs have been installed - please
remember that the off-leash area is ONLY the
fenced off area, not before or after, so please
be a courteous dog owner and respect the
boundaries! You may have noticed that the
electrical utility box at the north end of the
park was tagged with graffiti - as such, the
community association requested that this box
be included in the City of Calgary’s utility box
public art program. We were successful and
this box is expected to be painted this summer!
And, of course, the new playground will be
installed in August!
Next Board Meeting - Tue, September 16, 7:00 pm
Fairview Community Building, please contact the Secretary if you wish to attend.
All members encouraged & welcome to attend; please contact the Secretary a week
in advance, if you wish to be on the agenda for this meeting.
Summer 2014
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ANIMAL& BYLAW SERVICES
More Board Bits and Business
Partnering with Calgarians
calgary.ca/animalservices
Getting to know The
City of Calgary Animal & Bylaw Services
Animal & Bylaw Services partners with Calgarians to foster safe, healthy and clean communities.
Our role:
We provide many essential services that help build and maintain strong communities, including:
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Investigating and resolving bylaw-related citizen complaints, such as graffiti, untidy properties,
and snow and ice concerns.
Providing community education and awareness programs to teach Calgarians about bylaws,
responsible pet ownership and responsible citizenship.
Working with community groups and citizens to identify issues and build sustainable solutions.
Funding community improvement projects, such as community cleanups and graffiti removal.
Providing cat and dog related services, such as licensing and adoption services.
Role of Calgarians: Reporting problems
Annual General Meeting
We had a small turnout for our AGM on June
18th. The meeting was quick as we moved
through the basic business of the organization,
highlighted some of the special moments of the
past year as well as previewed some of the
upcoming events and projects for the next
year. Our new board was also elected and our
executive was appointed at the board meeting
the following week. We are proud to present to
you our 2014-2015 Fairview Community
Association Board of Directors and Executive
Committee:
David Eisenbart - President
Stacey McDougall - 1st Vice-President
Pat Hirsche - 2nd Vice-President
Kara Fredrickson - Treasurer
Carah Scherwitz - Secretary
Melody Eisenbart - Director
Joel Klyn - Director
Robert Isaac - Director
Elizabeth Duerkop - Director
Vanessa Hanel - Director
Joanne Norton - Director
Shauna de Freitas – Director
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Reporting problems shows that citizens care about their communities and helps prevent further signs of
disregard or decay from appearing.
IDA
After many delays, all of the lower level
renovations have been completed at InDefinite Arts. Usage of the building started in
mid-June with IDA’s AGM, our AGM and a
grand re-opening on June 19th where the
Fairview Community Association received a
gift from In-Definite Arts for our financial
(and moral) support of the renovations. The
Optimist Gallery is the centrepiece of this
work and is stunning, especially when art is on
display. Be sure to also check out the Jane
Cameron archives.
For general information or to report a bylaw infraction, contact 311. Have the following information
ready before calling:
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Your name, address and phone number.
The address or location of the infraction.
A brief and concise description of the complaint.
No anonymous complaints will be accepted. However, your personal information will remain
confidential.
What happens next?
When a complaint is registered:
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The information is assigned a file number and is forwarded to a peace officer in that area.
The officer will visit the location of the infraction. Complaints are handled on a priority basis,
with precedence given to those reflecting a serious public safety implication.
If there appears to be a bylaw infraction, the procedure will differ depending upon the type of
infraction.
Citizens may follow up on the status of their complaint by contacting 311 with the file number.
For more information about Calgary’s bylaws or the role of Animal & Bylaw Services, please visit
calgary.ca/bylawservices.
Onward/ By 2020, Calgary communities are increasingly able to resolve community-based problems.
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Religious Activities
Upcoming Events
Lighthouse Church
Interdenominational - Charismatic Worship, Sunday
Worship at 10:30 am at 9827E Horton Road SW, Ph.
640-2099, Staff Pastor: Frank Amantea
www.calgarylighthouse.com;
[email protected]
The Four12 Youth Centre is a weekly drop-in event for
youth aged 13-17 in the Calgary communities of
Haysboro, Willow Park, Acadia, Fairview and
Southwood. The Youth Centre offers video games like
Nintendo Wii and Rockband, board games, monitored
internet stations, movies on the big-screen, foosball and
air hockey, all free to local youth. Open every Friday
from 7pm-10pm. Four12 Youth Centre is open to youth
of any background, culture or belief system. For more
information, contact Frank Amantea at (403)640-2099 or
email [email protected].
Fairview Baptist Church
Fairview Baptist Church welcomes you to a traditional
morning worship service at 11am. Sunday school (for all
ages) at 9:30. Located on the corner of Fairmount Dr. &
78th Ave SE. Ph: 403-252-1704, visit
www.fairviewbaptistchurch.ca
E-mail [email protected]
Do You Love to Sing? Sing With the Calgary Music
Makers Seniors! Everyone’s Welcome. Rehearsals are at
9:15 am, every Thursday morning at the Fairview Baptist
Church, 230 78th Avenue S.E. For more information, call
403-245-4115 or 403-201-9138 or email
[email protected]
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter
Day Saints
940 Acadia Drive SE, Phone: 403 720 8066
Sacrament Services are Sundays at 9am & 1pm
Summer 2014
Calgary World Harvest
"A place where you're not an accident waiting to happen,
but a destiny waiting to be fulfilled" Meets every Sunday
11am at 680 Acadia Drive SE. For more information
contact 403-873-1329 or visit us online at
www.calgaryworldharvest.com
McDougall United Church
8516 Athabasca Street SE
P: 403-252-1620 F: 403-252-1655. Services held every
Sunday beginning at 9:50am
www.mcdougalluc-calgary.net
Heritage Time-Out: Wednesdays, 9-11
am. Enjoy quilting, knitting, card
making, and more! Register to come
each week or just drop-in. Baby sitting
for tots and special rates for seniors. For
more info email [email protected]
St. Andrews Presbyterian Church
(703 Heritage Drive SE – Call 255-0001)
Our regular hours of Sunday worship are 9:30 A.M. and
11:15 A.M. Child care for infants up to three years old is
available at both Sunday morning services. Parking can
be found in our own lot, at the YMCA next door, or on
neighbouring streets.
St. Andrew's hosts the SOUTHERN SUDAN
CHRISTIAN CHURCH. This worship community
meets on Sunday afternoons at 1:30 P. M. for services in
the Nuer language. St. Andrew’s endeavors to be a
community supporting these people within our midst.
Would you like to have your church or
church event and news listed here?
Community Garden Meeting
Fairview Seniors Meeting
Flavelle Park
Everyone welcome! For more information, contact
Katie at 403-463-6337 or
[email protected]
Fairview Baptist Church, lower level
At this meeting we will discuss which ideas to
move forward on and we hope to set up a regular
meeting and activity schedule. Please come out to
show your support and contribute your ideas! We
need your help to make this program a reality. For
more information, call or email Stacey at 403-4741305, [email protected]
Wednesday, August 6th, 7:30 pm
Fairview Fall Movie Night
Friday, September 12th, 6:00pm
Fairview Community Building, Lower level
Come join us for Fairview’s Family Festival and
Film Night! Hosted in Flavelle Park on Friday
September 12th 2014. Festivities start at 6:00pm
with the family friendly movie kicking off at
approximately 8:15pm. Come join us in Flavelle
Park for an evening of family fun! Bouncy Castles,
face painters and Food Trucks will be present!
Details will be posted online at
www.fairviewcommunity.ca and in our September
newsletter!
Wednesday, August 13th, 2-4pm
Upcoming Board Meetings
Tuesday, September 16, 7:00 pm
Fairview Community Building, Lower level
Note: Date change from the usually third Tuesday
of each month. Please contact the Secretary if you
wish to attend - all members are encouraged &
welcome to do so.
Rant, Rave, Remark or Rebut
Got something to say? We’d like to hear it. Keep it short, and don’t make it personal. Email
submissions, up to 250 words, including a name and a phone number to [email protected]
(The editor reserves the right to edit submission for brevity & clarity.) All opinions expressed in this
column are those of the writer, and in no way can be interpreted to represent the views, opinions, or
policies of the Fairview Community Association or its representatives.
Email us at [email protected]
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Seniors Programming
Recipe Feature
Zucchini Cake
Photo from: http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/mennonite-girls-can-cook/bundt-cake-recipe_b_3920325.html
This one is for those gardeners (or friends of gardeners) with one (or more!) of those giant zucchinis.
Crust:
1 ½ c. sugar
½ tsp. salt
½ c. margarine
½ tsp. baking powder
½ c. oil
4 Tbsp. cocoa
2 eggs
½ c. buttermilk
1 tsp. vanilla
2-3 c. zucchini, grated
2c. flour
2 c. chocolate chips
1 tsp. cinnamon
Directions
Combine all ingredients. Pour into 2 loaf pans, or one bundt
pan. Bake at 350F for 60 min.
Variation: Substitute applesauce for either the margarine or oil.
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Tea & Conversation
The afternoon tea in June was a great success. We discussed the need for a
space to gather in on a regular basis for conversation and activities, as well
as an interest in programming of arts and fitness programs in the community
directed at seniors.
Due to summer closure and holidays at IDA we were not able to get a
meeting space together for July. The next Senior’s Meeting is scheduled for
August 13, 2-4pm at the Fairview Baptist Church, lower level. At this
meeting we will discuss which ideas to move forward on and we hope to set
up a regular meeting and activity schedule.
Please come out to show your support and contribute your ideas! We need
your help to make this program a reality. For more information, call or
email Stacey at 403-474-1305, [email protected]
Special thanks to In-Definite Arts for providing the meeting space.
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Thank You Braeside from Animal & BylawYou
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ANIMAL& BYLAW SERVICES
Thank
THANK YOU BRAESIDE from Animal & Bylaw Services!!!
Partnering with Calgarians
calgary.ca/animalservices
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DOG BITE PREVENTION
“Safety is our top priority. We see so many dog bites every summer that could have been
prevented and many time it's children who are bitten because they are so trusting,” says Alvin
Murray, Animal & Bylaw Services (ABS) North Operation Manager.
Congratulations on a successful Community Cleanup on May 4th.
“Teaching ourselves and our children how to stay safe is the best way to prevent a dog bite.”
The weights collected for this year:
ABS has a few tips to help ensure people and pets interact in a safe and responsible way. Many of
these tips also apply within your own home and with your own pets. ABS is also seeing an
increase in dog bites to children in their own homes.
Organics: 3790kg
Safety around dogs
Garbage: (4 loads)12485kg
Total: 16275kg
Thank you Fairview Community Association and residents for your commitment to help
create healthy, safe and vibrant communities.
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Always stay away from stray dogs even if you think you know the dog.
Never try to break up a fight between two animals even if one is your own.
Never tease a dog, or do anything that may hurt it.
Never take away a dog's food or bone, or pull a toy from his mouth.
Never disturb a dog that's sleeping or eating.
Never approach a dog that's with her puppies.
Stay away from a dog that has been tied up and left alone in a public place.
Always keep your face away from dogs.
Never run away from a dog that scares you. Instead, stand like a tree by making your
hands into fists and placing them under your chin. Stand still, do not speak to the dog, and
look at the ground. Never stare into the dog's eyes. Doing these things will show the dog
that you are not a threat.
Meeting a dog
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Always ask the owner's permission to pet the dog first.
If the owner gives you permission to pet the dog, let the dog sniff your hand, being sure
not to place your hand in its face.
Pet the dog gently under the chin. Do not pet the dog on its head, as not all dogs like to be
touched on the top of their heads.
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Neuter your male dog. Unneutered dogs may be more aggressive than neutered dogs.
Control your dog at all times.
Do not encourage aggressive behaviour by playing rough or pulling toys or bones from
your dog's mouth.
Properly socialize your dog.
Keep your dog out of situations you know may cause problems.
For more information on how to prevent dog bites and other animal-related services in Calgary
visit calgary.ca/animalservices or call 311.
#10, 6020 - 1a St SW Calgary AB T2H 0G3
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403 831 0842
www.jerrycharlton.com
[email protected]
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A Message from Hon. Jonathan Denis QC
As we move into the dog days of summer, I am pleased
with how our province continues to roll forward and be an
economic driver in the Canadian economy. Please see below for some quick facts and for more information, please
visit my facebook and website.
Responsible spending and booming economy
deliver strong balance sheet
The Government of Alberta ended its fiscal year on a positive note with a strong balance sheet after months of uncertainty from volatile oil prices and the June 2013 flooding in southern Alberta. The province achieved a $755
million total surplus. The economy continued to expand,
creating thousands of jobs and drawing ever more people
to the province. The economic growth rate is estimated to
be 3.9 per cent for 2013, which is the fourth consecutive
year above 3 per cent. Alberta’s population also reached
a major milestone in 2013 surpassing four million people,
with a growth rate that is three times the national average.
There were 61,400 new jobs created, while the unemployment rate held steady at 4.6 per cent. The strong labour market attracted a record number of migrants with
more than 50,000 arriving from other countries and another 50,000 from other provinces. In 2013-14, government continued to invest in core areas that are important
to Albertans, including: affordable and accessible health
care; looking after vulnerable Albertans; a productive education system; modern infrastructure that supports community and economic growth; responsible resource development with expanded market access; as well as the
constant evaluation of the effectiveness of spending to
deliver outcomes Albertans expect.
Fiscal Summary highlights
•Operational surplus of $2.5 billion.
•Fiscal plan surplus of $755 million (change in net assets).
•Consolidated Financial Statements deficit of $302 million.
Operational Plan: revenue highlights
•Total revenue was $45.3 billion, nearly 17% higher than
budget due to higher energy prices, along with increased
personal and corporate income tax revenue, investment
income and federal transfers.
•Without federal government transfers for flood
total revenue was $43.7 billion, nearly 13% higher than
budget.
•Non-renewable resource revenue was $9.6 billion, 32%
higher than budget and 23% higher than last year due to
higher oil prices, a lower differential and a lower Canadian
dollar.
•Total tax revenue was $20.3 billion, 6% higher than budget and nearly 10% higher than last year.
•Investment income was $3.2 billion, 50% higher than
budget and 29.5% higher than last year. The majority of
the increase is due to strong returns for the Heritage Fund
and endowment funds.
Operational Plan: spending highlights
•Total operational expense was $41.9 billion, 9.8% higher
than budget and 9.1% higher than last year to pay for the
2013 flood, higher demands in health and human services
and enrollment pressures in education.
•Without flood assistance, operational expense would
have been $39.1 billion, 2.6% higher than budget and
1.9% higher than last year.
•This is well below the population plus inflation rate of
5.6%.
If you want to get in to a league, you’d better
get on it - leagues start in September, but you’re
best off to register by mid-August. A special
youth bowling registration day is held on
August 23rd from 10am to 1pm where kids can
register and bowl two games for free. And it’s
not too late to register your kids in the summer
Kids Bowl Free program and take advantage of
a great deal - each child can bowl two free
games every day until August 31st, shoes not
included.
The Sanderson’s are also strongly committed to
the family-oriented theme of the business. Dave
enforces a no-swearing policy and they have
never once in 20 years had to call the police!
All of the Sanderson family members (Dave,
Lesley, Stacey and David) help run the alley
and the other staff members have all been
involved in bowling leagues or come up
through the youth bowling program. And the
place is abuzz with birthday parties nearly
every weekend.
Capital Plan highlights
•$5 billion was spent on capital projects to build the
schools, hospitals and roads Albertans called for.
•$3.8 billion in direct borrowing helped finance the Capital Plan.
•Capital debt servicing costs were $230 million, or 0.5%
of operational revenue. The debt servicing limit is 3% of
operational revenue.
Savings Plan highlights
•Total savings grew to $23.2 billion.
•The Heritage Savings Trust Fund book value was $15 billion (fair market value of $17.5 billion), following investment returns of 16%.
•The Contingency Account’s balance at March 31, 2014
was $4.7 billion, growing from a $3.3 billion balance the
previous year.
•An additional $1.3 billion is available to be transferred to
the Contingency Account in 2014-15 based on the 201314 year-end results.
As always your communication with my office helps me
do my job. Contact my office anytime at 403-640-1363.
Hon. Jonathan Denis QC
Minister of Justice and Solicitor General | MLA Calgary Acadia
10, 8318 Fairmount Drive SE
[email protected] | www.jonathandenis.com
Serving: Riverbend, Southwood, Fairview, Acadia, Willowpark, Mapleridge
Constituency Office: 403.640.1363 - Fax: 403.640.2970
Legislature Office: 780.427.2339 - Fax: 780.422.6621
E-mail:
[email protected]
Office Hours:
Mon. to Fri. 9 am - 2 pm
Facebook: Facebook.com/jonathandenismla | Twitter: Twitter.com/MinisterJono
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Fairview Business Initiative
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Although some things at Toppler have changed
significantly over the years (electronic scoring
becoming standard about 15 years ago,
hardwood flooring changing to acrylic flooring
and bathroom renovations last year), the
nostalgic bowling feel remains strong. But the
decor isn’t the only thing that remains relatively
unchanged. The Sanderson’s core business
philosophy hasn’t changed a bit - service and a
personal connection to their customers remains
as strong as ever. People are at the core of their
business - enjoying the company of every
customer that comes through the door, greeting
every customer with a smile and embracing
youth into their business. Dave wants everyone
who comes to Toppler Bowl to bowl, enjoy
themselves and leave happy.
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Customers consistently remark about the same
things - the service is excellent, the size of the
alley is comfortable and there is a nice, clean,
nostalgic feel. And despite the strong
inflationary pressure in Calgary, the prices at
Toppler remain very reasonable.
It’s easy to see the love Dave has for Toppler
Bowl and the sport of bowling. Despite being at
the age of retirement, Dave has no plans to
retire - he’s enjoying the business too much.
And we’re a richer community for it.
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Fairview Business Initiative
Seniors
Who to call?
There are many resources and services for seniors in Calgary
403-287-3510
Outreach services (for adults 65+) for South communities
The Kerby Centre can provide information on a range of services from grocery delivery,
403-705-3246
housing, counseling, disability services, to home care
24-Hour Seniors’ Help Line – There is always someone to take calls from concerned
403-264-7700
citizens who have identified seniors they believe are at risk or could use a helping hand
2-1-1
Information & referral to Calgary area community, government and social services
Copies of the Seniors Directory of Services are available at your local library, local grocery stores or the
Community & Neighbourhood Services South Area office (502 Heritage Drive SW).
TOPPLER BOWL SCORES BIG IN FAIRVIEW
For nearly 50 years, Fairview has been home
to a distinctive family-run recreational facility
at the heart of this community: Toppler Bowl.
It’s hard to believe it, but owners and
Fairview residents Dave and Lesley
Sanderson occasionally hear a local resident
say they didn’t even know there was a
bowling alley in their community! Well, we
became so enchanted with Toppler Bowl that
we’re going to spread the word.
Dave got heavily into bowling over 50 years
ago and competed seriously in 5-pin bowling.
He won the provincial championship in
Manitoba six times and once in Alberta and
also won the national championship in 1985.
His highest score? A perfect game of 450, of
course. He has came close again scoring 448
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three times, leaving just one corner pin each
time!
Over 20 years ago, a close friend purchased a
Calgary bowling alley that Dave managed for
a few years. Then, 19 years ago, the
opportunity to purchase Toppler Bowl came
up and Dave and Lesley took advantage of the
opportunity becoming the fifth owners of the
alley. The alley at that time had its struggles,
but they saw the potential and knew that by
establishing strong relationships with
customers and bowling groups and by
strengthening their ties to youth bowling, that
Toppler Bowl could do great things.
The bowling industry has certainly taken its
hits over the years and has to compete heavily
with a myriad of other sports and recreational
activities. But despite this, the bowling
leagues are going strong at Toppler - adult
leagues (women’s and mixed) run Monday
through Thursday evenings and senior’s
leagues run on Fridays; youth bowling
leagues run on Saturdays.
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Calgary FLC Seniors Club
Trico Wellness Centre, 11150 Bonaventure Dr SE
Hugh Phelan 403-271-8389, www.flcseniors.ca
55+, Email [email protected]
Offering 27 different activities throughout the year.
Calgary Music Makers
Info 403-245-4115 or 403-201-9138
[email protected]
http://www.calgarymusicmakers.ca
50+ Choir, Mixed voices. 9:30am Thursday practices
Fairview Baptist Church 230-78 Ave SE
Cedarbrae Senior Go-Getters
Flr 2-4885 Hubalta Rd SE, Phone: (403) 288-3371
55+, Hours: 12:00-2:30 pm, Wheelchair accessible
Forge Senior Citizens Club
Flr 2-4885 Hubalta Rd SE, Phone: (403) 288-3371
55+, Hours: 12:00-2:30 pm, Wheelchair accessible
Haysboro Senior Resources Group
Dorothy, P: (403) 255-7438 [email protected]
Meets monthly, speakers, information sessions,
entertainment, and usually one bus trip.
If you would like your group or event listed,
please email us at
[email protected]
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Heritage Seniors
703 Heritage Dr. S.W. Info: 403 236-7018
55+ Wheelchair accessible, 4 days per week, various
activities Email [email protected]
Inglewood Silver Threads Association
1311 9 Ave SE, Phone: (403) 264-1006
55+, Hours: 9:30 am-2:00 pm, Wheelchair
accessible, Email: [email protected]
Know Your Neighbour Club
924 Heritage Dr SW, Phone: (403) 225-2362
Email: [email protected]
55+, Wheelchair accessible
McDougall United Church - Heritage Time Out
8516 Athabasca St SE, P: 403-252-1620
All ages. Wednesdays 9-11am, Drop-in and enjoy
quilting, knitting, card making, and more! For more
information, email [email protected].
South Fish Creek 50+ Drop In
100-333 Shawville Blvd SE, Phone: (403) 201-8652
www.sfcra.com
Fri: 9:00 am-12:00 pm, Wheelchair accessible
Email: [email protected]
For other Senior resources, information and groups in the
Calgary area Visit www.seniors.alberta.ca or call the Alberta
Seniors Info Line at 1-877-644-9992!
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Calgarians can help keep natural areas natural
There are many different types of parks in Calgary. They
are broadly divided into two categories; manicured parks
and natural area parks. Manicured parks have cropped
grass, landscaped trees, non-native plants and open
spaces. Natural area parks are designed to increase the
diversity of native plants and animals by protecting natural
habitats and allowing natural processes to occur. Some
specialized techniques for improving natural area parks
include; erosion control, weed control, and planting native vegetation.
The natural area parks in the city provide important habitat, food, and movement corridors for many species of
birds, animals and native vegetation. They act as protective buffers between urban areas and sensitive ecosystems
such as rivers and wetlands. Natural area parks also provide us with a place to exercise, relax, unwind and enjoy
nature.
Keeping natural areas healthy is everyone’s responsibility.
Please refrain from engaging in these activities because of
their negative impact to nature’s careful balance: mowing, irrigation, planting, placing garden furniture, composters, and bird feeders, dumping of garden waste, and
building of bike jumps.
These activities are damaging to the natural area because
they allow for the introduction of weedy species, and loss
of native species diversity and habitat. These activities are
also prohibited under the Parks and Pathways Bylaw.
Calgarians can help keep Calgary’s natural areas healthy
through encouraging and engaging in behaviours that support a healthy ecosystem. As neighbours to the natural
area and as members of the larger community of Calgary,
you can play a part in keeping Calgary natural and beautiful:
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stay on the designated trails and pathways;
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do not dig holes, plant vegetation, dump garden
waste, mow, or place garden furniture/composters in the
natural area;
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do not feed or disturb the wildlife; and
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groom pets to remove plant parts, which stops
the spread of weeds.
SUDOKU
Read Aloud 15 Minutes!
There are many wonderful reasons to read aloud every
day. It’s a great excuse to cuddle up with somebody special; it’s the perfect opportunity for you and your child to
talk about books (and possibly to groom your little one for
future book club participation); and it’s an ideal excuse for
you to practice your silly voices and funny faces. Research
shows that reading aloud with children is the single most
important thing you can do to prepare a child for reading
and learning.
Reading aloud to young children for as little as fifteen minutes per day has been shown to positively influence brain
development in very young children, with birth to age
three being critical years for the development of language
skills. Reading aloud to preschoolers boosts language development, since the number of words a child knows upon
entering kindergarten correlates with future academic success. Vocabulary, phonics, comprehension and storytelling are all literacy skills that reading aloud helps to build.
Don’t stop reading when your child grows older, big kids
love a read aloud story too!
Reading aloud stimulates young imaginations and instills a
love of reading. And when you read aloud with your child,
you become a role model, demonstrating the importance
of learning and reading to you and to your family. Getting into the habit of reading aloud with school-aged children during the lazy days of summer is an effective way
to halt the summer slide of forgotten knowledge and can
even create gains in your student’s knowledge and reading
skills.
To learn more about early literacy, the importance of
reading and to get parent and family resources see
www.calgaryreads.com
Corner of Elbow Dr. & Sacramento Dr. S.W.
One block North of Anderson Rd.
Open Daily 5am - 12 pm
If you would like to volunteer for restoration activities in
a natural area park you can register online at calgary.ca.
Additional information can be found in the Parks and Pathways Bylaw (Bylaw Number 20M2003) at calgary.ca and
by calling 311.
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Pre-School, Playgroups, Child Care Information
Community Garden
Fairview Community Association makes no representations about the suitability, reliability, timeliness, and accuracy of the playgroups, pre-schools
and/or childcare provided and we do not assume any responsibility for the accuracy or reliability of this information. The Fairview Community
Association does not assume and expressly disclaims any liability that may result from the use of this information.
Summer is finally here!
The rains have (mostly) stopped and we are
currently experiencing quite a heat wave in
Calgary! Flowering perennials, annuals and
veggies have leapt out of the ground and
gardeners are busy watering, weeding, and
praying for a hail-free summer.
Our July 4th community garden meeting was
held outdoors on a beautiful summer evening
at the brand new picnic tables in Flavelle Park
(and if you haven't been over there to see the
picnic table installations – do so – they are
gorgeous!). We had our first peek at the
outstanding community garden concept design
thanks to committee member and permaculture
designer, Adrian Buckley, and are putting the
final touches on paperwork required by the
City of Calgary for our application. We are
planning a Fairview Community Garden Open
House this fall to announce the site selection
for the garden, and tossing around ideas for a
possible community plant share in the fall... so
stay tuned for updates about those events! We
are always looking for new ideas, so please
come join us and help make these events, and
the future Fairview Community Garden, the
best it can be.
The August meeting will be held on
Wednesday, August 6 at 7:30 pm in
beautiful Flavelle Park again.
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As always, you can follow us online at our
blog site:
fairviewcommunitygarden.wordpress.com, or
on Facebook at
facebook.com/communitygardenfairview.
Come grow with us!
Fairview Community Garden meetings are scheduled
for the 1st Wednesday of each month, at 7:30pm.
Our August meeting will be held at Flavelle Park.
Next meeting: August 6, September 3 …
Contact Katie at 403-463-6337
or [email protected]
Pre-schools
Active Learning Programs Ltd.
1401 Acadia Dr. SE
Phone: (403) 473-0600
Ages 19months to 5 years
Regular, Advanced, Bilingual
Before & After School Care
www.activelearningprograms.ca
Haysboro Community Centre
1204-89th Ave SW
P: 403-253-1563
Parent run, 3/4 yr olds
http://www.haysboro.org/haysboropre-school/
Mapleridge Cooperative Preschool
600 Acadia Drive SE
P: 403-278-9594
Ages 3 & 4
www.mapleridgepreschool.com
Willow Park Preschool
680 Acadia Drive SE
Phone 403-271-7016
Ages 3 & 4
http://willowparkpreschool.com/
Your listing could be here!
[email protected] or
call 403-252-5424
Playgroups
Acadia & Fairview Families
240-90th AVE. SE
Free, Tuesdays 9:30am- 11:00am
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1
35018999849983/
Child Care
Acadia & Fairview Families
240-90th AVE. SE
Free, Tuesdays 9:30am- 11:00am
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1
35018999849983/
Haysboro Community Centre
1204-89th Ave SW
P: 403-253-1563
Tot Time, Mondays 9–11am
http://www.haysboro.org/
Anna Parker
Private day home, Fredson Drive SE
H: 403-253-7714, C: 403-891-2622
Email: [email protected]
Southwest Communities Resource
Centre - Parent Talk
#42, 2580 Southland Drive SW
P: (403) 238-9222, [email protected]
Thursday mornings, 10:30 am –
12:00 pm, until Dec 5, 2013
Southland Leisure Centre
2000 Southland Drive SW
P: 403-648-6550
Drop-in/Registered Play/Preschool
Ages 2-4
http://www.calgary.ca/CSPS/Recreat
ion/Pages/Leisurecentres/Southland.aspx
Jackie’s Day home
Private day home
P: 403 289 6146
Justyne Tryon
Private day home, Flavelle Road SE
P: 403-606-2778
Email: [email protected]
Calgary AfterSchool
Opportunities for children and youth
ages 6 to 16, Monday to Friday,
between 3 and 6 pm. Visit
www.calgary.ca/afterschool
McDougall United Church
8516 Athabasca Street S.E
Heritage Time-Out
Wednesdays 9-11am
[email protected]
Registration is open for our 2nd Annual Chip In
Fore Communities Golf Tournament being held on
Friday, August 15, 2014 at The Canal at Delacour
Golf Club! Register today!
https://calgarycommunities.com/events/2014-08/
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School Information
Playgrounds & Fundraising
Calgary Board of Education
294-8255, www.cbe.ab.ca
(403) 777-7900
schools.cbe.ab.ca/b633
Acadia School
9603 - 5 Street SE
(403) 777-8440
schools.cbe.ab.ca/b300
Henry Wise Wood High
School
910 - 75 Avenue SW
(403) 253-2261
www.henrywisewood.ca/
All Boys Program
3519 - 36 Avenue SW
(403) 777-8400
schools.cbe.ab.ca/b409
Canyon Meadows School
395 Canterbury Drive SW
(403) 777-8600
schools.cbe.ab.ca/b355
David Thompson School
9320 Arbour Crescent SE
(403) 777-7470
schools.cbe.ab.ca/b641
Dr. E.P. Scarlett High School
220 Canterbury Drive SW
(403) 281-3366
schools.cbe.ab.ca/b858
Fairview School
7840 Fairmount Drive SE
Highwood School
11 Holmwood Avenue NW
(403) 777-6200
schools.cbe.ab.ca/b217
Juno Beach Academy of
Canadian Studies
315 - 86 Avenue SE
(403) 777-7210
schools.cbe.ab.ca/b872
Lake Bonavista School
1015 - 120 Avenue SE
(403) 777-6871
schools.cbe.ab.ca/b334
Le Roi Daniels School
47 Fyffe Road SE
(403) 777-6420
schools.cbe.ab.ca/b320
Mapleridge Cooperative Preschool
The year-end-party and picnic for our students and their
families was a spectacular success. We had a great time
at Lake Bonavista, filled with fun, laughter and playing at
the beach. A big thanks to the organizers and sponsors!
Some of the sponsors included Calgary Co-op on
Bonaventure Drive, Real Canadian Superstore on 130th
Avenue and Tim Horton’s on Southland Drive.
We would like to extend our appreciation to all the
parents, families and friends who have supported our
preschool during the past year. A special thank you to our
teacher, Mrs. Killam, for all the love and devotion she
gives each child (the kids still remember you 20 years
Lord Beaverbrook High
School
9019 Fairmount Drive SE
(403) 259-5585
schools.cbe.ab.ca/b850
Louis Riel School
9632 Oakfield Drive SW
(403) 777-7650
schools.cbe.ab.ca/b625
Midnapore School
55 Midpark Rise SE
(403) 777-8680
schools.cbe.ab.ca/b363
Robert Warren School
12424 Elbow Drive SW
(403) 777-7690
schools.cbe.ab.ca/b655
Sam Livingston School
12011 Bonaventure Dr. SE
(403) 777-6890
schools.cbe.ab.ca/b354
Willow Park School
343 Willow Park Drive SE
(403) 777-6900
schools.cbe.ab.ca/b331/
Calgary Catholic School
District
500-2000, www.cssd.ab.ca
Bishop Grandin
111 Haddon Road SW
Phone: (403) 500-2047
www.cssd.ab.ca/bishopgrandin
St. Cecilia
610 Agate Cres. SE
Phone: (403) 500-2040
www.cssd.ab.ca/stcecilia/
St. Matthew
416 - 83 Avenue SE
Phone: (403) 500-2030
www.cssd.ab.ca/stmatthew/
Other School Information
Alberta Education
P: 780-644-5752
education.alberta.ca/apps/schoo
lsdir/
If you would like to be added to
this listing, please email
[email protected]
later!). With another very successful school year behind
us, we are now preparing for the preschool’s 32nd year
serving the community.
Please mark your calendars: Next school year will start
with a parent orientation for all classes on Thursday,
September 4, 2014. We still have a few spots available
for next year. If you would like more information about
the preschool please contact us at 403-278-9594,
[email protected], or visit the website
at www.mapleridgepreschool.com
Have a safe and wonderful summer, and we will see you
in September!
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Fairview’s biggest community infrastructure
project in decades is coming up fast! Our
build with PlayWorks is scheduled for
Thursday, August 14th to Sunday, August
17th. Many, many volunteers are needed for
this event, so please let us know if you can
help out with any of the shifts below. No
experience is necessary! It is a ton of fun, a
great way to meet your neighbours and build
our community! We will feed you lunch,
drinks and snacks!
Thursday August 14th afternoon - 6 people
on call – just in case the truck comes early
we need a few bodies to help unload the
truck
Thursday August 14th evening - 6pm – 9pm
– need 15 people
Friday August 15th day - 8:30am – 5pm:
need 8 – 10 people
Submit your school news to [email protected]
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Flint Playground Build!!
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Friday August 15th evening - 6pm – 9pm –
need 25 people
Saturday August 16th day – 8:30am – 5pm –
need 25 people
Sunday August 17th half-day – 8:30 –
12noon – need 10 people
If you are able to help with any of the above
shifts, or would like more information please
call Melody at 403-454-8327 or email:
[email protected]. Sorry, we can
not have any minors on work site.
If you want to see more detailed, coloured
plans for Flint Playground, you can find
them at our website.
Bottles:
Thank you to those who have called to have
their bottles picked up or dropped them off.
If you have bottles you wish to donate,
please call Melody at 403-454-8327
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Playgrounds & Fundraising
Youth Directory – Support Fairview Youth!
Mowing/Landscaping
Your Name Could Be HERE!
Baby Sitters
Dominick, 403.618.1153, Area A
Theo, 403.255.8050, Area C
Jared, 403.255.8050, Area C
Haley, 403.253.8971, Area D
Emily, 587.707.9923, Area D
Emma, 403.212.1040, Area D
Kaitlyn, 403.274.4692, Area D
Gina, 403.249.3801, Area D
Mathew, 403.253.5473, Area D
Nia, 403.804.0631, Area D
Spares and Strikes
Our Spares & Strikes bowling night, sponsored by Servus Credit Union, on May 30th was another
successful Fairview event! With about 70 people in attendance, teams bowled the night away and enjoyed a
very social atmosphere. Door prizes, contests, pizza, giveaways and a silent auction rounded out the
evening. We raised just shy of $2000 for the Community Association to continue the important work that
we do. All of the photos from the event have been uploaded to our website at www.fairviewcommunity.ca.
A huge thank-you to Servus Credit Union, our premiere sponsor of the event, Toppler Bowl and Dave
Sanderson for their support with the event and the volunteers who helped out. We would also like to
recognize the following businesses and individuals for their help with door prizes, contest prizes, silent
auction items and volunteer help with the event:
Servus Credit Union
Toppler Bowl
YMCA Calgary
Moksha Yoga
C.A.R.E. Centre Animal Hospital
Scherwitz Family
Boldt Family
Trico Centre
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Fairview Community Association
Crescent Point Energy
In-Definite Arts Society
Busby Family
Brown Family
Yum Bakery
Southland Leisure Centre
The Laugh Shop
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Fashion Fashions
Castle Toys
Sylvan Cheese
Moxies Restaurants
Brown Family
Klyn Family
Adanac Adventures
Western Pizza
Pet Sitters
Youth are listed including their area of residence.
Some youth may be willing to provide services in
other areas of our Community. Contact them directly
to check on availability.
Dominick, 403.618.1153, Area A
Emily, 587.707.9923, Area D
Emma, 403212.1040, Area D
Benefits of Using the Youth Directory
Emily, 403.640.4458, Area B
Michael, 403.252.7596, Area A
Nicholas, 403.252.7596, Area A
Mitchell, 403.212.1040, Area D
 Engage and involve young people in our
community.
 Help our youth develop job skills
 Provide work experience and local opportunities
 Help young people gain self-confidence & selfesteem
Snow Shoveling
Fairview Youth:
Get on the list by sending your contact
information to [email protected]
Youth first names & phone numbers are listed according to service provided & youth area of residence. Fairview Community Association accepts no
responsibility as a regulatory body and does not endorse or screen any of the people who are listed in or who use this directory. This information is
used in the Fairview Community ‘In Focus’ newsletter & Fairview In Focus online newsletter and can be discontinued upon request .Call
403.254.5424 or email [email protected] to add, modify or delete your information from this listing.
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Planning & Development
Federation of Calgary Communities
A message from the Federation of Calgary Communities
Building Safe Communities Program: Meet New Neighbours!
Do your part to transition new neighbours into your
community or to meet neighbours who have been in
your community for a while that you haven’t met
yet. There are little things you can do that will go a
long way for bringing neighbours together!
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Introduce yourself to your neighbours and ask
them a few questions about themselves. Tell
them some information about yourself too.
Some good starting points could be where they
moved from or how long they’ve been in the
community. Also, new neighbours could use
information about the community association’s
programs and services, how to become a
member, upcoming events, and even great
local businesses or restaurants.
Welcome your neighbour by making a small
yet caring gesture or gift. It can be the
traditional ‘pie’, to a cup of coffee, some
flowers or vegetables from your garden or even
invite them for dinner. Moving is hard work
and a warm meal will be appreciated by your
new neighbours!
After introducing yourself, make the effort to
wave, greet and make small talk with your
neighbours continuously. This encourages
friendly discussion and makes neighbours feel
continuously welcomed.
Ending homelessness is a community affair
A man living in an apartment funded through
Calgary’s 10 Year Plan to End Homelessness
described his 20 years of being homeless as a
darkness he couldn’t escape. “And then an outreach
worker asked me if I wanted a home,” he said. He
laughed because he believed it was impossible. The
outreach worker disagreed. It was possible.
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A year later he describes his new state of being.
“I’d lost me in the darkness,” he said. “I had no
pride. And now, I’m proud of me. It’s not easy, but
it’s sure a lot better than where I was.”
Sometimes, we look at others and wonder, “What is
their problem? Why don’t they clean up? Get a
job?”
The path in and out of homelessness is complex and
challenging. So challenging that when offered a
home, this man was unable to say ‘yes,’ at first.
That’s why we are working together as a
community to find our collective ‘yes.’ We’re
making space in our neighbourhoods to help those
in the darkness of homelessness find their way
home.
Emergency shelters are needed but they’re not a
long-term solution. The long-term solution is
matching people with the kind of housing and
support they need. From the stability of a home,
they are better able to work on the issues that led to
their homelessness.
Governments, non-profit-agencies, businesses, the
faith community, philanthropists and volunteers are
working on Calgary’s 10 Year Plan. The man
described above is one of nearly 6,000 people who
have received housing with support since the Plan
was launched in 2008.
It has taken a community to make the progress
we’ve made over the past six years. It will take
community to continue efforts to help those stuck
in homelessness. If you would like to learn more,
please visit www.calgaryhomeless.com
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Fairview Developments
In an effort to keep residents of Fairview informed
on property developments in our area, we will try
to include information on such developments in this
column on a monthly basis.
A proposal for The Travelodge on Macleod Trail
(next to The Keg) has been submitted to tear down
this building to be replaced with a larger, modern
hotel by La Quinta.
The former nightclub space (Rockin’ Horse Saloon,
Snatch, Desperados, etc.) at the corner of 73rd Ave
and Fisher Street S.E. has applied to change the use
from restaurant/bar to retail with Dollarama being
the key tenant in this building. A smaller
subdivided retail space for rent is also included.
Hillsboro Place Update
The Hillsboro Place meeting on June 12th at the
Fairview Baptist Church saw about 35 people
turnout including the property owner, property
manager, traffic study team and Ward 9 Councillor
Gian Carlo Carra. Many different concerns were
discussed or addressed and the property owner and
manager have committed to ensuring that the
property is kept maintained - if residents have any
concerns about the property maintenance, they can
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contact the Hillsboro Place manager, Mina, directly
at: 403-253-9679 or email
[email protected]. Thanks to the Church and
John for allowing us to use their space and to
everyone who came out to share concerns.
At the board meeting the following week, the
Community Association formalized our comment
submission to the City of Calgary for this land use
amendment. Please note that we can only address
the height relaxation in these comments, so all of
the other important issues (property maintenance,
safety, garbage, etc.) can not be formally addressed
at this stage, but will be considered at the
Development Permit stage, likely late this year or
early 2015. The full comments (too long to be
included here) can be read on our website
(www.fairviewcommunity.ca - scroll down to
Hillsboro Place update).
At the meeting there was also mention of a
realignment of Flint Road outside of Winners to
deal with increasing traffic volumes at that
intersection - this missed the cutoff for Roads’ 2014
improvements so will be addressed in 2015.
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Youth Activities
Membership
Your community association is a group of volunteers who work to make your
community a great place to live for residents of all ages. You can become
involved with your community association in two important ways:
a) Become a member – when you purchase a membership in your community
association, your dues are used to offer you and your neighbours many programs and activities.
b) Become a volunteer – Community Associations rely on volunteers to make things happen. There are
many ways you can volunteer to make your community a more enjoyable place to live. At the same
time you will make new friends and learn skills.
A GOOD REASON TO JOIN TODAY!
Improving the Quality of Life Community associations are created by individuals who want to improve
the quality of life for themselves and others in the community. Share the feeling of community pridebecome a community association member and volunteer.
Membership forms and payment can be dropped off at the Fairview Arena
mail slot, mailed to Box 78053, 383 Heritage Dr SE, Calgary, AB T2H 2Y1
or purchased online at www.FairviewCommunity.ca.
The time to register for
September is NOW!
neighborhood. Some units in
Blackfoot District will travel to
Halifax, PEI & Edmonton.
Guiding is a year round
experience! Why not give it a try!
Even in the Summer!
July and August are a great time
to practice your Guiding skills
with your family and friends. Try
a new physical activity, do some
gardening, go tenting, start a
campfire or help out around the
On-line registration for the 20142015 season has started and is ongoing. We are actively looking
for not only youth members but
adults as well! For more
information go to
www.girlguides.ca
Membership Fee: $15 per Family (Up to 2 registered adults and any number of children
under the age of 18 living at the same residence).
Please make cheques payable to: Fairview Community Association.
Name:
Address:
Free, one-hour guided walks of flood-affected areas at Inglewood
Bird Sanctuary. Find dates and times and pre-register on calgary.ca.
calgary.ca/ parks programs
Phone:
Property tax assistance is available to eligible low-income
homeowners experiencing financial hardship. Apply by Dec 1, 2014.
calgary.ca/ ptap
Email:
The City of Calgary offers FREE summer community programs for
children, youth and families such as lawn chair theatre and
community camps. Details are available online. calgary.ca/ cns
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Thanks for your support!
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Girl Greatness Starts Here!
SouthWest Communities Resource Centre
Make our parks #1 by picking up #2 at our P.U.P.P.Y. (Pick Up
Pooch’s Poo Yourself) event! August 16 at Egerts Park. calgary.ca/
parks
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Complete the below form & include with your payment:
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If you have any questions
regarding Guiding, becoming a
leader or registration in Blackfoot
District please contact Calgary
Area Girl Guides at 403-283-8348
[email protected]
For current news and updates follow The City of Calgary on
Facebook and Twitter. Or visit our blog at
www.calgarycitynews.com
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Neighbours Helping Neighbours
Some of the families in our communities
are struggling financially and need baby
and personal hygiene items. Please help
your neighbour by bringing some of
these items to our office for distribution:
• Baby items: sizes 5 and 6 diapers and
pull-ups; formula; baby shampoo;
diaper rash cream
• Shampoo, conditioner, hand and body
lotion; toothpaste, toothbrushes, dental
floss, bar soap (recommend Dove),
deodorant, men’s shaving cream,
men’s and women’s disposable razors,
feminine hygiene products
Phone: 403-238-9222
Email: [email protected], www.swcrc.ca
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