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Quarry Park/Riverbend - Great News Publishing
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Box 2100, Station M Calgary, AB, CanadaT2P 2M5 Phone: 403-268-2478 Fax: 403-268-8091 Email: [email protected] Web: www.calgary.ca/ward12 MLA Jonathan Denis Calgary-Acadia #10, 8318 Fairmount Drive SE Calgary, AB Canada T2H 0Y8 Phone: (403) 640-1363 Fax: (403) 640-2970 Email: [email protected] MLA Richard William (Ric) Mciver Calgary-Hays 255, 11488 - 24 Street SE Calgary, AB Canada T2Z 4C9 Phone: (403) 215-4380 Fax: (403) 215-4383 Email: calgary.hays@ assembly.ab.ca NEWSLETTER AD SALES Great News Publishing Ltd. 403.720.0762 | 403.263.3044 [email protected] | www.great-news.ca Great News Publishing has been proudly serving QUARRY PARK & RIVERBEND for 6 years! q u a r ry pa r k • R I v e r b e n d I DECEMBER 2014 3 your community connections (S) denotes Separate (FR) denotes French Immersion (SP) denotes Spanish Bilingual Douglasdale School Mountain Park School R.T. 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Visit our website! 4 8 5 9 6 4 8 6 1 3 2 3 2 1 4 5 6 2 7 4 5 3 8 8 9 find solution on page 14 DECEMBER 2014 I Great News Publishing I Call 403-263-3044 for advertising opportunities Quarry Park Real Estate Update Last 12 Months Quarry Park MLS Real Estate Sale Price Update November 2014 October 2014 September 2014 August 2014 July 2014 June 2014 May 2014 April 2014 March 2014 February 2014 January 2014 December 2013 Average Asking Price $0 $839,900 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $659,900 $850,000 $0 $0 Average Sold Price $0 $834,900 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $638,000 $820,000 $0 $0 Every year, Nova Scotia sends Boston a Christmas tree. On December 6, 1917, a French cargo ship exploded in Halifax Harbour, destroying much of the city and leaving 2,000 dead and levelling 1,600 homes. That evening, the City of Boston sent a relief train carrying food, water and medical supplies to help the survivors. Last 12 Months Quarry Park MLS Real Estate Number of Listings Update November 2014 October 2014 September 2014 August 2014 July 2014 June 2014 May 2014 April 2014 March 2014 February 2014 January 2014 December 2013 Total No. New Properties 0 2 3 3 2 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 12 No. Properties Sold 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 3 To view the specific SOLD Listings that comprise the above MLS averages please visit quarry_park.great-news.ca The very next year, 1918, Halifax sent Boston a Christmas tree as thanks. The tradition was revived in 1971 by the Lunenburg County Christmas Tree Producers Association (the gift was later taken over by the Nova Scotia Government) which continues annually to this day. The tree is Boston’s official Christmas tree and is lit on Boston Common throughout the holiday season. HOURS Mon-Thurs 9-8 Fri-Sat 9-6 Sun & Holidays 11-5 q u a r ry pa r k • R I v e r b e n d I DECEMBER 2014 7 Deer Park United Church Deer Park United & Stwww.dpuc.ca Andrew’s United Churches Christmas Eve Services 4:00 p.m. Children’s Candlelight Service 7:30 p.m. Candlelight CHRISTMAS EVEService for families and youth 10:00 p.m. Candlelight and Communion Service At Deer Park United, 77 Deerpoint Rd SE All are Service welcome 5 pm Family Candlelight 8 pm Musical Candlelight Service 10 pm Communion Candlelight Service DEC 1 7:30PM-WOMEN’S CANDLELIGHT SERVICE At Deer Park United, 77 Deerpoint Rd SE DEC 14 7:00PM-BLUE CHRISTMAS At Red Deer Lake United Church 7:30PM JOY TO THE WORLD (Music & Lessons) At St Gerard’s Catholic Church 77 Deerpoint Road SE | 403-278-8263 www.dpuc.ca | www.andychurch.org 11150 Bonaventure Drive SE. • www.tricocentre.ca Give the gift of health - a Trico gift certificate for the holidays By Paul Rescanski, Personal Trainer, Trico Centre for Family Wellness This holiday season, when you give your family and friends a Trico Centre gift certificate, you are truly giving them the gift of health. Gift certificates can be redeemed towards Trico Centre programs and services, personal training, fitness centre and pool admissions or a membership. So, no matter what kind of physical activities your family members enjoy, they will find endless ways to keep active at Trico Centre and reap the benefits that an active lifestyle provides. Scientific research shows that there is almost no function in the human body that does not benefit from regular exercise. Here is just a partial list of the physiological benefits associated with regular exercise: •Lower blood pressure and decreased resting heart rate •Improved blood flow to muscles and internal organs •Increased volume of blood pumped with each heart beat •Better absorption of oxygen and improved expiration of carbon dioxide through the lungs •Increased lean muscle mass for improved strength and higher metabolism, which means more calories burned (even in a resting state) •Improved bone mineral density for reduced risk of fractures and breaks •Lower blood lipid (fat) profile •Improved body composition; less fat, more muscle •Improved self confidence •Endorphins released when exercising to help you feel good By giving your family and friend the gift of health, you are truly giving them a lot more than a few hours of fun. You are giving them a lifetime of health and wellness benefits. 8 DECEMBER 2014 I Great News Publishing I Call 403-263-3044 for advertising opportunities Your Community/City Events •December 6 – A Merry Little Pops performed by the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra. For detailed information 403.571.0849 www.cpo-live.com •December 6 – Mother Mother performs at the Grey Eagle Resort & Casino. Doors 7:00 pm, show 8:00 pm www.greyeagleresortandcasino.ca •December 7 – The Christmas Eve Express features well-known classics as well as new holiday songs. Performed by the Youth Singers of Calgary at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium. 403.234.9549 / www.youthsingers.org •December 7 – Calgary Hitmen vs Moose Jaw Warriors at the Saddledome 4:00 pm www.hitmenhockey.com •December 13 – Calgary Children’s Choir at the Rozsa Centre, University of Calgary. 403.210.3499 / www. calgarychildrenschoir.com •December 12 & 13 – A Traditional Christmas is part of the CPO’s Magic of Christmas, performed at Grace Presbyterian Church. Evening performances at 7:00 pm and Saturday matinee at 2:00 pm. 403.571.0849 / www. cpo-live.com •December 16 – Calgary Flames & New York Rangers face off at 7:00 pm at the Saddledome www. calgaryflames.com •December 18 – 24 – The Nutcracker A seasonal classic for all ages, performed by the Alberta Ballet 403.245.4549 www.albertaballet.com •December 21 – Perfectly Frank Christmas is performed at River Park Church by Calgary Jazz Orchestra. Matinee 3:00 pm / evening 7:00 pm 403.239.8545 / www.calgaryjazzorchestra.com •Until December 21 – Once Upon a Christmas celebrates the charm of Christmas past at Heritage Park. 403.268.8500 / www.heritagepark.ca •December 21 – Sing Along Messiah at Knox United Church. 403.208.6094 / www.voicescapes.ca •December 31 – Trooper at Deerfoot Inn & Casino – wristband 7:00 pm / show 11:00 pm 403.236.7529 / www.deerfootinn.com •December 31 – Calgary Flames vs Edmonton Oilers at the Saddledome 7:30 pm www.calgaryflames.com (SN) e. & o. e. 2 3 until December 24 A Christmas Carol is a spirited production performed by Theatre Calgary. For detailed information 403.294.7447 / www.theatrecalgary.com 4 5 6 december at a glance... 1 7 8 9 10 11 12 December 17 Country Christmas with George Canyon is part of CPO’s Magic of Christmas. Performance at 7:30 pm. 403.571.0849 / www.cpo-live.com 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 December 20 Cantare Children’s Choir: Frost and Fire performed at Knox United Church. 403.685.1132 / www.cantarechildrenschoir.org 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 q u a r ry pa r k • R I v e r b e n d I DECEMBER 2014 9 January 7 – 11 – Chelsea Hotel: The Songs of Leonard Cohen. Check into New York’s infamous hotel and be transported to a place full of music, mystery and desire. 403.294.7447 / www. theatrecalgary.com 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 january 8 9 January 16 & 17 – The Legends of Classic Rock Featuring John Elefante: A tribute to Parisian music performed by Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra at Jack Singer Concert Hall. For detailed info: 403.571.0849 / www.cpo-live.com 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 January 23 & 24 – Beethoven and Mahler with Stephen Hough: Beethoven’s effervescent Piano Concerto No. 1 is performed by one of the world’s leading pianist Stephen Hough. 403.571.0849 / www.cpo-live.com 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 10 Your Community/City Events at a glance... •January 1 – Salute to Vienna New Year’s Concert: Celebrate the start of the New Year with an all-star cast of European singers, dancers and full orchestra. 403.571.0849 / www.cpo-live.com •January 2 – Calgary Flames vs New York Islanders at the Saddledome 7:00 pm. www.calgaryflames.com •January 8 – 14 – West Side Story: The world’s greatest love story takes to the streets in this landmark Broadway musical that is one of the theatre’s finest accomplishments. 403.220.5313 / •www.scpa.ucalgary.ca •January 9 – Calgary Flames & Florida Panthers face off at 7:00 pm at the Saddledome. www.calgaryflames. com •January 14 – Calgary Hitmen vs Red Deer Rebels at 7:00 pm at the Saddledome. www.hitmenhockey.com •January 16 – Bryan Adams: Reckless 30th Anniversary Tour. 8:00 pm at the Saddledome. www. bryanadams.com •January 16 & 17 – Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo: This all-male group of professional ballet dancers performs a full range of dance repertoire. 403.245.4549 / www.albertaballet.com •January 17 – February 15 – Bloodshot: A pulseracing crime thriller hot off London’s west end. 403.221.3708 / www.vertigotheatre.com •January 23 – Bob Dylan’s Blood on the Tracks Reimagined and Revisited: Bob Dylan’s 1974 beloved album will be reassembled and reimagined. 403.244.2912 www.fishcreekconcerts.com •January 24 – Buckcherry: Wristband 6.30pm - show @ 9:00 pm. 403.236.7529 / www.deerfootinn.com •January 27 – Feburary 22 – The Philadelphia Story: This classic comedy, turned Oscar-nominated film, takes a glorious and witty look at love, money and marriage. 403.294.7447 / www.theatrecalgary.com •January 28 – Symphonic Pink Floyd: The Wall and Dark Side of the Moon. Experience the progressive and psychedelic genius of Dark Side of the Moon along with selections from their groundbreaking The Wall. 403.571.0849 / www.cpo-live.com •January 30 – Nikki Yanofsky: Kaboom Pow - The Little Secret Tour. 8:00 pm. 403.294.9494 / •www.epcorcentre.org e. & o. e. DECEMBER 2014 I Great News Publishing I Call 403-263-3044 for advertising opportunities Riverbend GLENMORE SQUARE Library 7740 - 18th Street SE • 403-260-2620 • calgarypubliclibrary.com Real Estate Update Last 12 Months Riverbend MLS Real Estate Sale Price Update November 2014 October 2014 September 2014 August 2014 July 2014 June 2014 May 2014 April 2014 March 2014 February 2014 January 2014 December 2013 Average Asking Price $484,634 $452,627 $442,545 $475,716 $431,077 $457,720 $507,173 $450,794 $457,438 $393,950 $431,200 $438,475 November 2014 October 2014 September 2014 August 2014 July 2014 June 2014 May 2014 April 2014 March 2014 February 2014 January 2014 December 2013 Total Program Offerings for December *Registration is required for all Library programs unless otherwise noted. Snowballs and Snowmen When your cheeks are rosy and the snow falls, it’s time for stories and rhymes about snowmen and snowballs. Ages 2 to 3 with a parent/caregiver Monday, December 8, 10:15 – 10:35 a.m. Registration starts November 12 Average Sold Price $479,187 $442,490 $435,732 $470,666 $426,433 $451,006 $501,730 $448,816 $451,594 $390,850 $427,670 $433,625 Jingle Bell Babies Celebrate the festive season with stories, songs and finger plays especially for babies. Ages 6 to 23 months with a parent/caregiver Saturday, December 13, 10:15 – 10:45 a.m. Registration starts November 12 Last 12 Months Riverbend MLS Real Estate Number of Listings Update No. New Properties 10 14 9 14 5 14 15 18 18 16 5 3 141 Mon, Tue & Thur - 10:00 am – 9:00 pm • Wed - 1:00 – 9:00 pm Fri & Sat - 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Sun (mid-Sept to mid-May) - 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm No. Properties Sold 8 11 11 6 9 15 15 18 18 6 4 4 125 Tinsel Time Come celebrate the season with Christmas stories, songs and rhymes. Ages 3 to 5 independent of a parent/caregiver Thursday, December 18, 10:30 - 11 a.m. Registration starts November 12 Tween time: Nothing to do between school and supper? Enjoy a different activity every week in this Library program just for tweens! Ages 9 to 13 Thursdays, September 18 to December 11, 3:30 - 5 p.m. *No registration required Check our website for programs in the New Year. To view the specific SOLD Listings that comprise the above MLS averages please visit riverbend.great-news.ca q u a r ry pa r k • R I v e r b e n d I DECEMBER 2014 11 Calgary Board of Education Board of Trustees Website: http://www.cbe.ab.ca • Email: [email protected] Mapleridge Preschool During the month of November at Mapleridge Cooperative Preschool, the students were immersed in learning about colours, shapes and the exciting world of dinosaurs! The children also received a keepsake tshirt and their class photos. Everyone at Mapleridge Cooperative Preschool is looking forward to the holiday season and the excitement that this joyful time brings. With careful guidance, our little elves are busy creating wonderful crafts to decorate their homes and thoughtful Christmas gifts for their parents! HO! HO! HO! Before taking some time off with their families, our three and four-year-old classes will each enjoy a Christmas party. This last preschool event of 2014 will be a fun-filled event with crafts, songs, and Christmas cheer. Santa will make a surprise visit to the party with a special gift for each child. Mapleridge Cooperative Preschool would like to wish you all a fun, happy and safe holiday season. We look forward to seeing everyone again in the New Year! If you would like some more information about MCP please contact us at 403-278-9594, mapleridge [email protected], or visit our school website at www.mapleridgepreshool.com. Focusing on the future As we look back on the past year we have much to be thankful for at the Calgary Board of Education. This fall we had more than 3,700 new students enrol in our schools, bringing our total enrolment to 114,472 students. We are proud that we are the dynamic learning community of choice for students from kindergarten to adult education. We are also proud of the results our students are achieving. In the 2013, 14 provincial achievement tests and diploma exams, our students continued to outperform the province in most subjects, particularly at the excellence standard. In addition, our high school completion rate continues to rise. In the last year, our students have also made significant contributions to their communities, volunteering thousands of hours and raising funds for local and global initiatives. Looking forward to 2015 and beyond, we know we have more work to do. Education trends are shifting as we continue to support and improve student learning. These include shifts in how we assess and report on student learning and how we ensure the success of our high school students. Our system has also been very involved in the provincial government’s curriculum redesign initiative, which is reviewing what K-12 students learn and how they learn it. As we continue to make these shifts, the voices of our parents and community will continue to play an important role. The Canadian Museum for Human Rights which opened in Winnipeg in September this year is the first national museum in Canada to be located outside the Ottawa region. 12 The Board of Trustees would like to wish you and your family a happy holiday season and wish you all the best in the new year. We always welcome your comments, feedback and questions. You can contact the Board of Trustees at [email protected]. Follow the Calgary Board of Education on Twitter @yycbedu. DECEMBER 2014 I Great News Publishing I Call 403-263-3044 for advertising opportunities PROGRESSIVE DENTAL General Dentists Dr. Brian Palmer Dr. Robert Phan Dr. Justin Palmer Dr. Hans Meyer Veneers Family Power Whitening Sedation Invisible Braces We welcome all new patients to visit one of our 2 locations. Mckenzie Towne Sundance (behind Centennial High School) 47 Sunpark Dr SE 403-256-6666 [email protected] www.pppd.ca (in front of the Keg) 618 4600 130 th Ave SE 403-264-6909 [email protected] q u a r ry pa r k • R I v e r b e n d I DECEMBER 2014 13 Cold Weather Safety Alberta Health Services EMS responds to many cold weather related emergencies every winter. Simple actions, such as: dressing appropriately and anticipating sudden weather changes may help keep you warm and safe this season. Frostnip •Frostnip occurs when skin is extremely cold, but not frozen. It commonly affects the ears, nose, cheeks, fingers and toes •Skin appears red, but also turns white when pressed. It may also feel numb to the touch •When treated promptly, frost-nipped skin will heal without complication •Gently re-warming the affected area in a warm environment is advised Frostbite •Frostbite occurs when skin becomes so cold, that the skin and underlying tissue freeze •It may look white and waxy and will feel hard to the touch •Treatment begins with removal from the cold environment and placing the affected area in warm, not hot, water, until re-warmed •Seek further medical attention as required 9 6 1 2 4 5 7 3 8 8 5 4 1 7 3 6 9 2 7 3 2 6 9 8 1 4 5 4 1 7 8 2 9 5 6 3 3 8 5 4 1 6 2 7 9 2 9 6 3 5 7 8 1 4 5 4 8 7 3 1 9 2 6 6 7 3 9 8 2 4 5 1 Hypothermia •Hypothermia is an abnormally low body temperature – less than 34°C (as compared to normal body temperature of about 37°C) •People suffering hypothermia may act inappropriately with uncharacteristic stumbling, mumbling, and fumbling, as their body temperature continues to lower •Early recognition and prompt medical attention is crucial. Left untreated, hypothermia may progress to coma and/or death •Call 9-1-1. Don’t forget to protect yourself from the factors that originally lead to the patient’s situation •Gentle re-warming should start as quickly as possible, including: removal of wet, or constrictive clothing; covering with blankets, or sleeping bags; and protecting the person from further heat loss (wind, moisture and contact with cold surfaces) •Dress in layers – it’s easier to remove layers, when warm, rather than not having enough layers, when cold 1 2 9 5 6 4 3 8 7 Having access to a survival/first-aid kit within your vehicle is also advised. 14 DECEMBER 2014 I Great News Publishing I Call 403-263-3044 for advertising opportunities BUSINESS CLASSIFIEDS For Business Classified Ad Rates Call Great News Publishing at 403 263-3044 or [email protected] NEPTUNE PLUMBING & HEATING LTD: Qualified journeymen plumbers/gasfitters, very experienced in Quarry Park and Riverbend. Upfront pricing. Reliable, conscientious, fully guaranteed. Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. 24 hour emergency service call 403-255-7938. “Showering you with great service.” BRYAN’S PLUMBING & HEATING: Master plumber, gasfitter, 30 years of experience. Fully licensed and insured. Repairs, renovations, faucet replacements and hot water tanks (great prices). Poly B replacement, free estimates, free advice and senior discounts. Call Bryan 403-560-6547 or brenmak@ telus.net. RIGHTWAY Plumbing And Heating: Has been happily serving the Riverbend | Quarry Park areas with quality work, happy clients and fair pricing, with second generation experience, there is no job we can’t handle. Furnaces $3185, water heaters $715, bathroom renos and gas lines also! Installed with great warranties. Call 403-968-6630. ACTIVE LEARNING PROGRAMS LTD: Located in the Lake Bonavista Rec Centre your home for French Bilingual Preschool. Designed to inspire with dance, music, and art for children aged 19 months to 5 years. Subsidy available for families who qualify. 2 - 5 day options for both morning and afternoon. www.activelearningprograms.ca. 403-473-0600. ALL TYPES OF DRYWALL: Boarding taping and texturing. Complete basement developments and renovations. Licensed and insured. References. Call Austin Construction 403-852-2785. NEIGHBOURHOOD CONFLICT? Community Mediation Calgary Society (CMCS) is a no cost mediation and conflict coaching service that can help you resolve problems and restore peace! We help neighbours be neighbours again! www.community mediation.ca, 403-269-2707. CONCRETE CUTTING FOR BASEMENT WINDOWS & DOORS & FLOORS: New openings or enlargements cut into foundation for basement windows and doors. Enlarge your existing basement windows to meet fire code for bedrooms, from cutting basement windows, doorways to supply and install quality windows, window-well, weeping-tile, core drilling, excavation and anything concrete cutting. Call 403-570-0555. Email: info@ asapconcretecutting.com. CODERAD ELECTRICAL LTD: Over 10 years’ experience. Quality service and installation for a quality price. Is your electrical installation up to code? Contact [email protected] or call 403333-6344. www.coderadelectrical.com. TUTOR DOCTOR - STRUGGLING IN SCHOOL? Your local Tutor Doctor specializes in affordable one-on-one tutoring in your home. Free Consultation. Call Now! Tutor Doctor at 403-640-2223 or www.tutordoctorcalgary.com. COMPUTER RELIEF: Call Larry at 403-238-3139. Repair desktops and laptops, virus and spyware removal, internet solutions, upgrades, networking home and business, wireless connectivity, custom built computers, data recovery, software support, tutoring office products, connectivity to cameras, iPods, Blackberries, router installation with high security, laptop sales, system setups in your home, data transfers and backups. CERTIFIED GEL NAIL ARTIST: Home based business in New Brighton. New full set of French gel nails only $30.00. Nail polish and design $10.00. 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Show your support for the troops all year round The Support Our Troops licence plate gives Albertans another way to show their respect and appreciation for Canada’s brave service men and women. Available since July 22, you can order the new licence plate at registry agents across the province, for a one-time fee of $75, in addition to regular registration fees. Of the $75 purchase price, $55 goes to the Support Our Troops Program, administered by the Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services, to help current and former Alberta members of the Canadian Armed Forces and their families. The rest of the cost covers production and distribution. The new design pays tribute to the first four soldiers, all members of Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry (PPCLI) based in Alberta, who died during Canada’s mission in Afghanistan. The artwork is titled ‘Fallen Comrades of the PPCLI.’ Displaying this licence plate on your vehicle shows your support, respect and pride for these and all members of our Canadian Armed Forces, all year long. Ring Road Connections Thanks to many of you who attended the Public Information Sessions to discuss the plans to complete the 16 SW Calgary Ring Road. We welcomed your feedback on issues such as road locations, access, and community impact. If you were unable to attend this Open House, or you have concerns that weren’t brought up, please contact my Calgary-Hays Constituency Office for more information and to discuss your concerns with me. Seniors Programs and Services Information Guide The Seniors Programs and Services Information Guide for 2014-2015 is available at the Calgary-Hays Constituency Office. If you have any questions or would like more information about some of the programs available from the Government of Alberta, please come by the office! Contact As your MLA, I am here to help you. My newsletter is written a few weeks ahead of publication, so if you are looking for updated information, or have any questions for me or any concerns that you want to share, I would like to hear them. I also look forward to attending your events in the Calgary-Hays area. Please contact me or my assistant, Donna Elms, at the constituency office. C U S TO M E R S AT I S FA C T I O N G U A R A N T E E D We specialize in Kitchen, Bathroom & Basement Renovations ·· Flooring ·· Tile ·· Doors ·· Cabinets·&·Counters FREE ESTIMATES 403.256.9282 NO JOB TOO SMALL DECEMBER 2014 I Great News Publishing I Call 403-263-3044 for advertising opportunities Jonathan Denis Q.C.,MLA Calgary-Acadia Alberta are ensuring a seamless transition to the New Building Canada Plan, the largest long-term federal commitment to investing in Canada’s public infrastructure in our nation’s history. Minister of Justice and Solicitor General 10, 8318 Fairmount Dr. SE 403.640.1363 • [email protected] www.jonathandenis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/jonathandenismla Twitter: Twitter.com/ MinisterJono Serving: Riverbend, Southwood, Fairview, Acadia, Willow Park, Mapleridge and Manchester The holiday season is upon us again and I am filled with the Christmas spirit. I have much to be grateful for and I will enjoy spending time with family and friends. Our office will be hosting its annual Open House again this year. Please join me Friday December 5-7 pm at the constituency office for food and visiting. My office will be accepting donations to the Calgary Food Bank the entire month of December, so please feel free to drop by with canned goods. Merry Christmas - Jonathan and Breanna Denis! Tougher tobacco laws will protect Alberta youth The amendments to the Tobacco Reduction Act and Tobacco Reduction Regulation will be phased-in over time. Starting immediately, the legislation will: •Ban smoking in vehicles with minors present; and •Prohibit the selling, giving, lending or supplying of tobacco products to minors, similar to federal legislation. Starting June 1, 2015, the legislation will: Require minimum pack sizes for specific tobacco products – this will eliminate smaller, more affordable options; and ban certain flavoured tobacco products. Each year, tobacco use is linked to about 3,000 deaths in Alberta. It is the leading cause of preventable disease and death in Canada. Remembering Alberta and the Great War at the Provincial Archives of Alberta This year marks the centennial of the outbreak of the First World War—a conflict that defined the course of the modern world, with reverberations still felt today. The war marked Canada’s “coming of age”, and Alberta, still a young province, was equally changed by the tragic events. The exhibition is included with admission. Until August 2015 it will be on display. The Provincial Archives is open from 9 am until 4:30 pm Tuesday through Saturday, and until 9 pm on Wednesdays. Federal funding flowing to Alberta communities With this agreement the Governments of Canada and Quick Facts: Canada’s Gas Tax Fund transfer has provided $14 billion to Canadian communities to date. Over the 10-year life of the New Building Canada Plan from 2014 to 2024, the Gas Tax Fund will provide close to $22 billion in funding for municipalities. In total, the New Building Canada Plan will provide $53 billion in funding to communities across the country over the next decade. For Alberta, this represents more than $3.2 billion in dedicated federal funding, including almost $942 million under the New Building Canada Fund and an estimated $2.27 billion under the federal Gas Tax Fund. Since the beginning of the program, over 2,000 projects have benefitted from funding under the Gas Tax Fund in Alberta. For example, during the 2013 construction season, the federal Gas Tax Fund supported projects such as: •City of Calgary – East Calgary Waste Management Facility •City of St. Albert – Storm Water Infrastructure Rehabilitation •City of Lethbridge – Helen Schuler Nature Centre Expansion and Rehabilitation •Strathcona County – Ardrossan Wastewater to Regional Plant (new Force Main-pipeline) •Town of Manning – Treated Water Tower Reservoir/ Pumphouse Upgrade •Eligible investment categories under this Fund include: drinking water; wastewater and solid waste; public transit; community energy systems; local roads and bridges; capacity building; disaster mitigation; broadband connectivity; brownfield redevelopment; regional and local airports; and projects supporting culture, tourism, sport and recreation. As always your communication with my office helps me do my job. Contact my office anytime. 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Publication of these ads should not be considered an endorsement of any goods or services. DECEMBER 2014 I Great News Publishing I Call 403-263-3044 for advertising opportunities T’was the night before Christmas, when all through the house Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse. The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St Nicholas soon would be there. The children were nestled all snug in their beds, While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads. And mamma in her ‘kerchief, and I in my cap, Had just settled our brains for a long winter’s nap. When out on the lawn there arose such a clatter, I sprang from the bed to see what was the matter. Away to the window I flew like a flash, Tore open the shutters and threw up the sash. The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow Gave the lustre of mid-day to objects below. When, what to my wondering eyes should appear, But a miniature sleigh, and eight tinny reindeer. With a little old driver, so lively and quick, I knew in a moment it must be St Nick. More rapid than eagles his coursers they came, And he whistled, and shouted, and called them by name! “Now Dasher! now, Dancer! now, Prancer and Vixen! On, Comet! On, Cupid! on, on Donner and Blitzen! To the top of the porch! to the top of the wall! Now dash away! Dash away! Dash away all!” As dry leaves that before the wild hurricane fly, When they meet with an obstacle, mount to the sky. So up to the house-top the coursers they flew, With the sleigh full of Toys, and St Nicholas too. And then, in a twinkling, I heard on the roof The prancing and pawing of each little hoof. As I drew in my head, and was turning around, Down the chimney St Nicholas came with a bound. He was dressed all in fur, from his head to his foot, And his clothes were all tarnished with ashes and soot. A bundle of Toys he had flung on his back, And he looked like a peddler, just opening his pack. His eyes-how they twinkled! his dimples how merry! His cheeks were like roses, his nose like a cherry! His droll little mouth was drawn up like a bow, And the beard of his chin was as white as the snow. The stump of a pipe he held tight in his teeth, And the smoke it encircled his head like a wreath. He had a broad face and a little round belly, That shook when he laughed, like a bowlful of jelly! He was chubby and plump, a right jolly old elf, And I laughed when I saw him, in spite of myself! A wink of his eye and a twist of his head, Soon gave me to know I had nothing to dread. He spoke not a word, but went straight to his work, And filled all the stockings, then turned with a jerk. And laying his finger aside of his nose, And giving a nod, up the chimney he rose! He sprang to his sleigh, to his team gave a whistle, And away they all flew like the down of a thistle. 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