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Thorncliffe Greenview Community Association
5600 Centre St. N
Calgary, AB – T2K 0T3
Phone:403.274.6840
[email protected] | www.tgcacalgary.com
President’s Report 5
November Calendar 6
Community Events 9
My Babysitter List 13
Thorncliffe-Greenview
Real Estate Update 15
North Central LRT Project Update 18
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5600 Centre Street North, Calgary T2K 0T3 • [email protected] • www.tgcacalgary.com
TGCA COMMUNITY CENTRE
Main Office
403-274-6840
Main Office Fax
403-275-7310
Office Email
admin@
tgcacalgary.com
Bowling,
Racquetball & TG
Lounge
403-274-5574
Forbes Innes
Arena
403-274-1466
Operations/Office Diana Christie
Mgr.
403-274-6840
Building/Arena
Manager/
403-274-1466
Kevin Kromm
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
North Central
Basketball
Barbara
Ambrisko
403-973-6665
Nose Creek Fast
Pitch
Kelsey Claeys
president@
nosecreeksoftball.ca
Racquetball
Jerry Kwasnitza
403-293-2847
Slopitch
Jeremy Cousins
403-888-5901
TG Hockey
Jodie Cadman
403-312-4479
TG Ice Skating
Registrar
Kari Woodman
403-471-9623
TGWL
Yvonne Arkley
403-274-4906
Yvonne
Armstrong
403-274-6720
Thornview Seniors
Sandy Staple
403-274-3257
Volleyball
Dianne Stewart
403-295-3469
HORIZON NEWSLETTER
President
Leslie DeGagne
403-669-6116
Treasurer
Brad Giddings
403-540-1533
Secretary
Leona
McComish
403-275-0410
Distribution,
Canada Post
Sue Giddings
403-630-9852
Editorial, TGCA
Admin Office
403-274-6840
Vice Presidents
Derek
Livingston
403-226-4021
403-263-3044
Marvin
Quashnick
403-274-8452
Publisher &
Advertising,
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DIRECTORS AT LARGE
Jason Bedard
403-910-0957
Vince Fraser
403-540-3360
Mary LaCoste
403-274-8074
Tara Rindfliesch
403-830-6893
Michelle Starzynski
403-401-5031
SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS
4
58th Scouting
Jenn Riley
587-350-1364
Bingo Coordinator
Evelyn Landry
403-274-6840
Booster Club
Trevor Brown
403-236-8050
Guides
Jackie Fietz
403-295-2927
NCU Soccer
Mark Spink
403-276-9697
Volunteer positions may change as our AGM was held after
the November Horizon deadline.
tGcA Hours
403-289-0132
HOURS MAY BE SUBJECT TO EARLY CLOSING
Carol Bawkowy
Closed November 11
for Remembrance Day
Administration Office
Mon, Wed, Thurs 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Tues & Fri 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Saturday & Sunday Closed
Lounge & Rec Centre
Monday – Thursday 9:00 am to Midnight
Friday 9:00 am – 2:00 am
Saturday 9:00 am – 1:00 am
Sunday 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
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By Leslie DeGagne
November, trees stripped of their dressings, tall sentinels on the horizon against a gray cloudy sky, never
wavering always watching as the final days of autumn
play out. November, the month we pay homage to our
past brethren, those who have come before us, those
who have fallen in battle, and those who defined our
country. November, the month we can reflect on what
has past and what will be. November, make it a time to
remember.
Remembrance Day, November 11, is the one important day of the month. I think about how we take the
time to gather and pay homage to those who fought
in the great wars and wonder if they would like what
they see. These men defined Canada as a nation and
gained us the reputation we have in the world today.
There are not many of these people left and younger
fresher faces have taken their place as veterans of war.
MArK Your
cAleNDArs
Thorncliffe Greenview Community Association
Special 58th Anniversary Bingo
Sunday December 7, 2014
•
•One Complimentary Dinner (with card purchase)
•Dinner 4:15 pm – 6:00 pm
•Door Prizes
When World War II ended, the hope was that the world
would learn from the battle and never again would we
see the hatred and carnage that occurred happen again.
The world we live in is moving toward the unthinkable
and conversations need to begin. Our veterans gained
independence for Canada, it is something we cherish,
and we must take the time to turn off our phones, ignore the emails and truly give a moment of our day to
pay tribute to the deeds of our fallen veterans.
I have spent some time thinking about the month of
November and how important it is to our society. The
month starts out with All Saints Day, then moves on
to Remembrance Day and finishes with the American
Thanksgiving. It is a month where football leagues finish in Canada and begin in earnest in the States. Winter
sports become a reality and the skies pray for snow in
the mountains. Transition is the key word.
Look out for the annual TGWL craft fair coming to the
community November 14 and 15. This is the best craft
fair in the city for its size and it is a great way to kick
off your Christmas shopping season and visit with
friends at the same time. Thank you goes this month
to the Booster club for helping us update our lighting
outside the building. Energy saving and safety minded
at the same time users of the building will appreciate
the upgrade as the darkest days of the year descend
upon us. I would also like to thank Doug MacLean for
overseeing our election of directors last month and, on
behalf of the membership, thank those who stepped up
to become directors at large for the upcoming year. The
community appreciates your dedication and time and
I hope we have a good year moving forward. We see
some challenges ahead but having communication and
conversation will help to do what is best for the community as a whole.
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PRESIDENT'S
REPORT
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NoveMber cAleNDAr
Sunday
monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Gym night
7:00-8:30pm
Saturday
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Public Skating
3:30-5:00pm
Seniors Public
Skating
10:30-11:30am
members Public
Skating
1:30-2:30pm
2
bingo! 6:15 pm
Public Skating
11:45 am - 12:45 pm
3
4
bingo! $5000
bonanza 6:15pm
Seniors Public
Skating
10:30-11:30am
5
6
7
8
Public Skating
3:30 pm-5:00 pm
members Public
Skating 1:30-2:30pm
Gym night 7:00
8:30pm
bingo! 6:15pm
Public Skating
11:45 pm –
12:45 pm
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10
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Administration
Office, Rec. Center
and Lounge
Closed for
remembrance Day
bingo! 6:15 pm
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Seniors Public
Skating
10:30-11:30 am
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members Public
Skating
1:30-2:30 pm
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Public Skating
3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
TGWL Craft Sale
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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TGWL Craft Sale
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Last Gym night until
new Year
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
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23
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bingo! 6:15 pm
Public Skating
11:45pm – 12:45pm
bingo! 6:15pm
Public Skating
11:45am-12:45pm
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Grey Cup Party in
the TG Lounge
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bingo! 6:15pm
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bingo! 6:15pm
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Seniors Public
Skating 10:30 am 11:30 am
members Public
Skating 1:30 pm 2:30 pm
Public Skating
10:30 am - 11:30 am
members Public
Skating
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
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Public Skating
3:30-5:00pm
Public Skating
3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Friday Dance –
now playing Jana &
Danny 7:30 pm
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You can count on city employees
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and clear — in any weather.
Big storms often don’t give you much
warning. A city like Calgary needs a
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When the snow flew early this year,
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TG Lounge &
Rec. Centre News
Did you know?
TG has 4 racquetball courts and four 5-pin bowling lanes
CALL (403) 274-5574 TO BOOK!
Racquetball Multi-Passes Available (Gift Certificates)
Happy Hour Pricing
3:00 pm – 8:00 pm daily
Friday & Saturday until 8:00 pm & all day Sunday!
Free Shuffleboard, Darts
Satellite TV Watch CFL, NFL Games, NHL Centre Ice Package
8 TVs, 2 Pool Tables
Effective September 8
Mon – Thursday 9:00 am – midnight
Friday 9:00 am – 2:00 am
Saturday 9:00 am – 1:00 am
Sunday 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
Hours may be subject to early closing.
Bowling, Pool, Dart & Racquetball Leagues
Book your Tournaments with the T.G. Lounge &
Recreation Centre
403-274-5574
Consider Going Bowling for Your Next Family Get Together
Children’s Birthday Party Packages Are Also Available
Forbes iNNes AreNA
Public sKAtiNG scHeDule
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check out our website for changes or additions.
www.tgcacalgary.com
Wednesday Seniors Only
10:30 am – 11:30 am
Wednesday Members only 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Fridays
3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sundays
11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
The cost for the public skate is free to TG Community
members, and for non-members the cost is $5 per
adult, $3 per child or $10 per family. Members are still
free.
FORBES INNES ARENA SKATE SHOP HOURS
Monday
5:00 – 9:00 pm
Tuesday
6:00 – 9:00 pm
Wednesday
6:00 – 9:00 pm
Thursday
5:00 pm – 8:45 pm
Fridays
5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Saturday
11:30 am – 7:00 pm
Sundays
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Did you know that we sharpen, repair and rent skates?
tions. Our Grade Six students will be hosting their annual toy
sale in December with all funds raised going to a local charity.
corpus christi elementary
Our thoughts and prayers are with those who have given their
lives for Peace as well as those who continue to work towards
peace. We will be celebrating Remembrance Day in our school
liturgy on November 7.
October was a busy month with our students participating in the
Student Learner Assessment for grade three and grade six. Our
grade three and grade four students completed their swimming
lessons in late September. The Grade One students and Kindergarten students also enjoyed their fieldtrip to Fish Creek Park.
Our academic focus continues to be Success for all Students
with our spiritual focus this year Love Kindness.
With this in mind we are working as a school community to
build resiliency and to demonstrate Love Kindness by our ac-
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We would also like to thank Breakfast Club Canada for their support for both our Breakfast Club and Fans. We serve breakfast
to over 150 students a month and it provides snacks and extra
food for lunches for students in need.
Our Cookie Dough Fundraiser is on for this fall. Please visit our
website or call the office for more information.
STUP books are available from the office; please call Jeanine at
403-500-2023 for more information.
Our ongoing fundraisers include Lovable Labels (www.
CorpusChristi.lovablelabels.ca) and M&M Meat Shops, Beddington. Please consider helping our school out by participating in
these fundraisers.
For more information about our school, school council or our
parish please visit our school website and read our newsletters at www.cssd.ab.ca/corpuschristi. You can also follow us on
Twitter: @CorpusC_CCSD.
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coMMuNitY eveNts
Children’s
Christmas
Party
Thorncliffe Greenview Community Association
Main Hall
Friday December 5, 2014
6:30 – 8:30 PM
Members Free
$2.00 per person non member
More information to follow on our website www.tgcacalgary.com,
Facebook and Twitter.
Wine &
Cheese Night
For all ladies
of the community
Wednesday December 3 at 7 PM
Admission $5 - $10 wrapped gift. (No Name)
Held in the Thorncliffe Room.
Enjoy a night out with the Thorncliffe Greenview Ladies.
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Public service
report
Drop In Centre:
At the time of writing, the application for assisted living
for the hotel at Mcknight and Edmonton Trail is still in
the city permit application process. The provincial government has continued to be firm that they want grant
money for the project returned due to contract noncompliance by the Drop In Centre (CDIC). Conditions
not meant include but are not limited to the number,
and configuration of housing units and lack of community consultation. The CDIC has maintained that they
are in compliance and/or that they will proceed regardless of the provincial grant money. It’s important to
understand that city development permit process and
the provincial grant are two different issues/processes.
TGCA will continue to work with the CDIC if possible and
take the matter to the Subdivision Development Appeal
Board if necessary. Please see our Facebook page for
more detailed TGCA position statements and for more
up to date information.
Skateboard Park:
The long awaited and hard fought for Skate Park which
was to be constructed in August has been delayed until
next year. City Parks were to construct four parks this fall
including the one by the Thornhill Library but tenders
submitted were all above budget. The intention is to
wait until 2015 with the approval of several more parks
and attempt to use a single contractor with a better
overall price tag.
LRT on Centre:
The North Central routing has favoured Centre Street
over Edmonton Trail. Recommendations are expected
to go to committee in December. TGCA hopes to submit our position at that time. This is still a very long way
away and many, many details need to be worked out
yet.
Playground:
I had an email from a resident last month about the tired
and aged state of the playground near the community
hall. I’d like to hear from any and all who have an interest
in seeing this revitalized.
Highland Park Golf Course Redevelopment:
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The developer is still at the exploration stage within the
city departments. One of the major stumbling blocks is
storm water management in the valley. Now over a year
into this and really we are only beginning the process.
Marvin Quashnick
[email protected]
THORNCLIFFE GREENVIEW COMMUNITY
GYM NIGHT
IN THE MAIN HALL
Gym Night is held on Wednesdays from 7:00 p.m. to
8:30 p.m. The cost of the program is a loonie for members and a twoonie for non members. Children 6 years
old and younger are to be with an adult at all times during the program.
There are lots of fun activities such as: basketball, floor
hockey, tumbling on floor mats, volleyball and much
more.
Things to remember:
•Bring your water bottle as pop (and chips) are not
available to purchase. No outside food allowed.
•Wear only non marking shoes.
•Have your parents pick you up promptly at 8:30 pm. No
loitering in lobby or parking lot.
If you have any questions call the community at (403)
274-6840. Thank you and hope to see you there.
Last Gym Night November 12. Resumes January 7.
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COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP
Benefits
Successful, healthy communities are generally those
with active and sustained membership and involvement
of the community residents. Often a strong membership
representation is an indication that our association is
serving the needs of the community and is therefore,
valued and supported by its residents. Your support
today is important and ensures new energy to continually
address community issues. Your membership fee goes
towards community events, programs & operating costs.
Guidelines
All new members must provide I.D. with current address.
Members agree to abide by the bylaws, policies and
procedures governing the Thorncliffe Greenview
Community Association. Residence must be WITHIN
BOUNDARIES of Thorncliffe, Greenview, West Thorncliffe
to obtain a voting membership. Membership cards will
be mailed. Children of Voting members, 7 yrs or older,
will also receive their own cards. It is your responsibility
to notify the office of any address changes. If you wish to
retain your membership after moving out of community
boundaries, you must pay for it each year before expiry
date. Failure to do so will result in the loss of your
membership, no exceptions. Memberships will not be
renewed if membership is not in good standing. Anyone
over the age of 18 must hold their own membership.
Waiver
I understand that the Thorncliffe Greenview Community
Association has collected, or may collect, use and
disclose my personal information to administer and
maintain accurate and complete community association
membership lists, program registrations, including,
when required, the sharing of information with affiliated
organizations, such as community sports associations. I
understand that my personal information, collected for
the purposes outlined above, will be kept confidential by
the Association. I also acknowledge that my information
may be used and disclosed to third parties in certain
circumstances, but only to fulfill the above purposes. I
hereby consent to such use and disclosure, for these
limited purposes, until such time as I may revoke my
consent in writing.
Thorncliffe Greenview Community Association
5600 Centre Street N. T2K 0T3
Membership Application
Family Name: _______________________________________________________
Residence Phone #: _________________________ Email: __________________________________________
Applicant Name: ___________________________ Bus/Cell Phone #: _________________________________
Spouse Name: _____________________________ Bus/Cell Phone #: _________________________________
Address: __________________________________ Postal Code: _____________________________________
Verification I.D: _____________________________ Current Membership#: _____________________________
ie: (Voting: driver’s license, bill or Non-voting: resident community membership/expiry)
Voting 1 Yr $15.00
Voting 3 Yr $30.00
Please Circle One
Non-Voting (with resident membership) 1 year $15.00
Non-Voting (w/o resident membership) 1 year $30.00
I am interested in volunteering ______________________
Children: Eldest listed first to the youngest last
Name
Mon/Day/Yr M/F
Name
Mon/Day/Yr M/F
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
Signature: _________________________________________________________
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receive emails
from TGCA
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Thorncliffe/Greenview
Name
Age
Contact
Course
Angeline
12
403-275-0344
Yes
Ashley
13
403-282-7423
Yes
Bella
13
403-969-2072
Yes
Emily
13
587-581-3684
Yes
Jonahley
50
403-837-6348
Yes
Katelyn
20
403-282-1162
Yes
Lauren
17
403-970-1961
Yes
Lauren
18
403-651-1859
Yes
Madison
12
403-850-6001
Yes
Martina
13
403-208-4698
Yes
Maya
13
403-276-1015
Yes
Mercedes
52
403-831-6429
Yes
Ruth
12
403-289-8737
Yes
Samantha
13
587-349-1138
Yes
Trina
38
403-475-4571
Yes
Ty
13
403-295-6065
Yes
Calling All BABYSITTERS
Enroll free at mybabysitter.ca and choose the Calgary communities
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Thorncliffe Greenview
5600 Centre Street North
craft Fair
Friday, November 14
5:00 – 9:00 pm
Saturday, November 15
10:00 am – 3:00 pm
More than 170 tables, innovative
and creative crafts, fabulous gift ideas. Crafts sale
operated by TGWL. Concession will be open.
sorry All tables sold out
Calling All PARENTS
Visit mybabysitter.ca and find available babysitters in and around
your community.
Disclaimer: We recommend for your own peace of mind that references be checked
when choosing your babysitter. This babysitter list is provided as a service to the
community and is governed by the terms & conditions outlined at mybabysitter.ca.
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$1,053,797.00+
BINGO
Sundays & Tuesdays
$1,056,797.00+
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BINGO
Sundays & Tuesdays
Seniors 60 plus $3.00 OFF
Triangles & Double Action
played on the 1st Sunday
& Tuesday of the month
Wheel Chair Accessible. Come Join Us on Sundays & Tuesdays
Sundays & Tuesdays
Triangles & Double Action
played on the 1st Sunday
& Tuesday of the month
Wheel Chair Accessible. Come Join Us on Sundays & Tuesdays
Good Food box Program
Triangles & Double Action
played on the 1st Sunday
& Tuesday of the month
DANCE TO THE MUSIC OF
Jana & Danny
Wheel Chair Accessible. Come Join Us on Sundays & Tuesdays
Triangles & Double Action
What is the Good Food Box? It’s a monthly program
played on the 1st Sunday
where community members can buy fresh fruit and& Tuesday of the month
vegetables for a very low cost. Thorncliffe Greenview
Wheel Chair
Accessible.
Come
Join Us
on Box
Sundays & Tuesdays
Community
Association
now has
a Good
Food
Friday November 28, 2014
Depot. You receive top quality produce at wholesale
prices. There are three sizes of boxes to choose from.
The large box ($30.00) contains 40 plus pounds of
Thorncliffe Greenview Community Association
produce. The medium box ($25.00) contains 30 plus
5600 Centre Street N.
pounds of produce. The small box ($20.00) contains
20 plus pounds of produce. You only order the size
Calgary, Alberta
you want, when you want. How do you get a food
Tickets: $12.00/person (at the door)
box? Bring your exact cash to the Horizon Room at
Members & Guests
Thorncliffe Greenview Community Centre between
Doors Open: 7:00pm
2:00 and 5:00 p.m. on the scheduled pick up day. This
will secure your order for the next month. If you have
any questions feel free to call, M.J., at 403-275-6752.
Pick up days for 2014 is November 6.
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tG’s cAsiNo
Volunteers needed to operate our casino on Friday, November 7 and Saturday, November 8 at Cowboy’s Casino.
THORNCLIFFE/GREENVIEW REAL ESTATE UPDATE
Last 12 Months THORNCLIFFE
MLS Real Estate Sale Price Update
Average Asking Price
Average Sold Price
September 2014
$456,578
$450,650
August 2014
$465,733
$464,751
July 2014
$436,554
$430,659
June 2014
$433,228
$432,785
May 2014
$470,190
$460,809
April 2014
$473,845
$469,418
March 2014
$491,588
$491,822
February 2014
$407,925
$415,450
January 2014
$437,430
$429,050
December 2013
$455,325
$445,250
November 2013
$397,085
$383,757
October 2013
$398,228
$390,489
Last 12 Months GREENVIEW
MLS Real Estate Sale Price Update
Average Asking Price
Average Sold Price
September 2014
$434,900
$420,000
August 2014
$378,500
$370,000
July 2014
$429,900
$402,500
June 2014
$0
$0
May 2014
$0
$0
April 2014
$429,900
$419,000
March 2014
$0
$0
February 2014
$499,900
$490,000
January 2014
$0
$0
December 2013
$0
$0
November 2013
$302,000
$292,500
$0
$0
October 2013
To view the specific SOLD Listings that comprise the above
MLS averages please visit thorncliffe.great-news.ca or
greenview.great-news.ca
Day or night shifts available.
This is a major fund raiser for the community association
and all proceeds will be directed back into the centre.
If you are able to help out please call the office at 403274-6840.
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Bowling, Pool, Dart & Racquetball Leagues
Book your Tournaments with the T.G. Lounge &
Recreation Centre
403-274-5574
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Children’s Birthday Party Packages Are Also Available
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community
CAMPSITE
Available to any TG Member
Get back to nature….Leave the plug-ins behind
Site has Outhouse – no electricity or running water
Near Winchell Lake by Water Valley.
Approx. 45 minutes NW of Calgary.
Costs - $35.00 per site OR $100.00 for all three sites for
the weekend !
Cost covers site only – no wood or amenities supplied.
Book through the TG Admin Office. 403-274-6840
Please note Scout Groups and Youth Groups take precedence.
A deposit is required to obtain the keys.
Map available.
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Thorncliffe Greenview Community Association
5600 Centre Street N 403-274-6840
New
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December 31, 2014
Cocktails: 6:00 PM
Dinner: 7:00 PM
Dance: 9:00 PM
$55.00/person
Members & Guests
Live Music Provided by:
Tequila Rain
(Sound clips: www.calgaryhireaband.com)
Tickets Available In Administration Office
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North Central LRT
Project Update
nel, with two driving lanes in each direction on the surface (requires 20 metre width).
What we heard
There was a preference for the Centre Street alignment
with a tunnel in the southernmost segment connecting
to downtown and the wide road layout throughout the
route.
The North Central LRT is the north leg of the Greenline,
the next new LRT line in Calgary’s rapid transit network.
As outlined in RouteAhead, a 30-year strategic plan for
transit in Calgary, the Greenline will eventually run from
North Pointe in north central Calgary to Seton in the
southeast, with future extensions to the north possible
in the longer term.
Public Engagement
Three public engagement events were held in April, to
identify the public’s preferences relating to the two remaining route options (Centre Street North and Edmonton Trail Northeast).
During the three events, over 575 people actively participated in group discussions about route preferences,
pedestrian access, traffic impacts, community/land acquisitions impacts and relative costs of the various options.
Information was also provided for the road layout after
construction of the LRT. Three options were provided:
1.Wide: LRT and two driving lanes in each direction (requires 30 metre width).
2.Wide with parking: LRT, one driving lane, and one
parking lane in each direction (requires 28 metre
width).
3.Narrow: LRT and one driving lane in each direction
(requires 20 metre width).
•Tunnel: – provided as an option only for the southern
segment into downtown: LRT is underground in a tun18
The project’s Community Advisory Group comprised
of residents and business owners preferred the narrow
option south of McKnight Boulevard to minimize disruption to land owners, tenants, and businesses. The
project Steering Committee (directors and managers
with The City) also endorsed the narrow option south
of McKnight Boulevard to support The City’s long-term
land use and transportation goals.
The narrow option maintains one traffic lane in each direction with the LRT running in the middle. The addition
of the LRT will mostly occur within the existing width
of Centre Street. This approach will still require some
property purchases, but not to the extent that would be
needed if the road was widened, reducing disruption
to Calgarians who live and make a living along Centre
Street. The wide option can be implemented north of
McKnight Boulevard, where the road is wide enough to
carry the LRT and two lanes of traffic.
Next Steps
We will be taking a closer look at the route on Centre
Street and determining how the LRT will be incorporated into the urban fabric of existing communities, defining how it will connect with downtown and refining the
construction cost estimates for the project.
We will be meeting with surrounding communities and
stakeholders this fall to discuss the Centre Street route.
We will also have open houses in mid-October to share
our findings with Calgarians before presenting recommendations to the committee on Transportation and
Transit in December, and City Council in January. Visit
www.calgarytransit.com/nclrt for updates.
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Congratulations To:
Terry and Nancy Douglas on their Wedding Anniversary
Jason and Leslie Bedard on their Wedding Anniversary
No entry fee EVER and we have 5-pin lanes that are licensed, pool tables, dart boards and shuffleboard.
Thorncliffe Greenview Scholarships were presented to
the following first year recipients: Hayley McComish and
Rylee Harlos. Second year recipient: Cameron Eloschuk.
The TG Board and members wish them success in their
future endeavours.
Forget to book your Christmas Party? Have a birthday
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GIRLS AND GUYS WELCOME
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Cocoa butter is the natural fat of the cocoa bean. It has
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chocolate.
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at a free meeting of the Friends of Nose Hill,
on Wednesday, November 12, at Triwood
Community Centre, 7 p.m.
Coyotes were once called song dogs in First
Nations myth. The urban coyote now lives
in nature surrounded by urban development. Citizens report seeing coyotes and a
few have negative interactions with them.
But does that mean you need to be afraid
of coyotes? She will explore how coyotes
live in the city, what challenges they face,
and how we can co-exist without fear.
the Friends
of Nose Hill
by Anne Burke
Shelley Alexander at the U. of C.
Geography department handraised coyote pups while researching pack behaviour and
non-lethal deterrents. She will
be the guest speaker (and answer questions from the public)
Alexander led a guided walk around
Nose Hill, which supports a small group
of coyotes in an urban green space. She
describes what type of habitat (in parks
like Nose Hill) is important to coyotes and
answers whether coyotes were living in
these places before the city was built. Or,
are coyotes “invading” cities, like you hear
in the media?
Next to spring denning, another critical
conflict time is fall for the “dispersal season”,
when coyotes reaching maturity leave the
pack to fend for themselves. This is a period
of stress for coyotes, and when hungry, they
will sometimes roam residential areas looking for food.
This summer there were concerns over wild
animal trapping in the city, as well as how
we manage the encroachment of bears
and cougars. Or are we in their space? Urban wildlife is a reality, and experts from
the Calgary Zoo as well as Alberta Fish and
Wildlife will bring forward an Urban Wildlife Strategy.
The city can be a better custodian of good
animal welfare practice. Animal and Bylaw
Services already plans to meet with other
agencies. Be pro-active to avoid conflict
with animals like beavers, by planting trees
along the river, placing wire around tree
trunks, and providing under-dam drains to
control water levels.
A cougar found prowling at the South Calgary Health Campus delayed many police
officers who waited for the Alberta Fish
and Wildlife officials to arrive. Of course we
need to respect the potential for harm to
the public. The Minister of Justice & Solicitor
General announced a review of the Provincial Government’s response in this situation.
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Saturday, November 22, 1-4 pm
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Reading Buddies
Teen volunteers and Library staff provide one-on-one
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Teen volunteers help students in Grades 1 to 6 learn
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pain, stress issues, weight management and relationship
issues. Offers daily and early evening appointments.
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our Friendly Neighbourhood Family Practice and
Walk-In Clinic. 5618-4 St. NW. Call 403-295-7666 to
book your appointment today. Thorncliffe Medical
Centre opened its doors in the early 1980s when a prominent neighbourhood family physician saw the need to
offer quality medical aide to his community members in
close proximity. Thorncliffe Medical Centre’s physicians
have had pleasure of serving the community for over 30
years. The clinic is a combination of “Walk-in” and Family
Practice Clinic. The hours of operation are: Monday to Friday - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. Saturday: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm.
Sunday: Closed. Daily booked appointment is available
to non-family practice patients. It is our pleasure to introduce you to the Thorncliffe Medical Centre’s Physicians
and Staff.
DOCTORS
Dr. Richa Love: MD, CCFP: Family Practice Physician. Is a
top graduate of the University of Calgary and the University of Alberta. She is currently on the Board of Directors
for the Calgary Foothills PCN. Dr. Love had been serving
the community members full time for 15 years.
OUR OFFICE SUPPORT STAFF:
Erica: Health Management Nurse, Member of Calgary
Foothills PCN. Graduate of University of Manitoba with
a Bachelor of Nursing and holds a certificate in Diabetes
Education. Erica has a keen interest in helping patients
adopt a healthy lifestyle.
Mike: Clinical Pharmacist, Member of Calgary Foothills
PCN. Graduate of the University of Alberta and is a Board
Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist. Mike’s areas of interests include Diabetes, Anticoagulation and Chronic
Disease Management.
Andrea: Registered Dietician, Member of Calgary Foothills PCN. Offers free appointments to family practice patients who would like to evaluate their nutrition needs.
Sue: Office Manager, joined our office in 2011.
Annette: Medical Office Assistant, graduate of Bow Valley
College
Cassandra: Medical Office Assistant, graduate of A plus
office assistance.
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Dr. Richard Yuen: MD CCFP: Family Practice and Walk-In
Physician. Is a graduate of the Johannesburg University
of South Africa and is a member of the Calgary Foothills
PCN. Fluent in English and Mandarin.
Dr. Lalji Gohill; MD, CCFP, Walk-In Physician. Is a Graduate
of the University of England. Fluent in English and Hindi.
Dr. Melanie Morgan: MD, CCFP. Offers booked appointments on alternating Saturdays. Is a graduate of the University of Calgary who specializes in women’s health.
Dr. Alexander Dhand: Doctor of Psychology. Private psychologist who specializes in depression, anxiety, chronic
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The federal department of Veterans Affairs Canada
states that November 11 is a day of “remembrance
for the men and women who have served, and
continue to serve our country during times of war,
conflict and peace”; specifically, the First and Second
World Wars, the Korean War, and all conflicts since then in which members of
the Canadian Forces have participated. The department runs a program called
Canada Remembers with the mission of helping young and new Canadians,
most of whom have never known war, “come to understand and appreciate
what those who have served Canada in times of war, armed conflict and peace
stand for and what they have sacrificed for their country”.
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COUNCILLOR, WARD 4
SEAN CHU
Huntington Hills school
Huntington Hills School is located in the northwest community of Huntington Hills. We are a small school with an
enrollment of approximately 225 students from Kindergarten through Grade 6. Our opening this year was exciting
and energizing and we were pleased to make connections
with our supportive and friendly community. Our students
were excited to see the new naturalization area in both our
front and back areas. This project has been a three-year endeavour for our school and we want to thank our devoted
parents for the many hours to make our vision a reality, including watering and maintaining our new trees, bushes,
and grass the entire summer. From 64th Avenue, you should
be able to view our handmade concrete mounds with a dry
creek bed, amphitheatre, learning pods, and a willow-tunnel feature. It is an exceptional learning space for our students to develop stewardship, relaxing and private places
for our students, and to develop ecological understanding.
Our next step in this legacy will be to connect with the Calgary Zoo program Grounds for Change through staff, parent
and student activities to deepen our understanding of how
to utilize a naturalization area. As well, we would like to recognize Kris Mann and his company Artisan Scapes for all of
their creative work as this project is truly an image of nature.
As a Calgary Board of Education school, we always want our
community to feel welcome and connected to us. We are a
Calgary Reads school which brings together reading tutors
for students Kindergarten through Grade 2 learning to read
and build a life-long love of literacy. If you are interested in
the possibility of becoming a tutor, please contact Calgary
Reads at www.calgaryreads.com.
Our students are always experiencing new places and spaces! Our Grade 5 and 6 students explored the Bennett Science
Centre and visited the Alberta Legislature in Edmonton during a three-day field trip. As well, our entire school has been
taking part in a tennis residency with First Serve Tennis which
included a few visits to the Huntington Hills Tennis Courts.
We also want to thank the Alberta Foundation for the Arts
for accepting our grant proposal to work with artists Carole
Bondaroff and Stan Phelps from Heart Studies. Our entire
school population will be learning about print-making as
well as how to develop graphic novel skills to develop our
ability to express ourselves through art.
Respectfully Submitted by Christine McCrory, Assistant Principal
403-268-3727 • [email protected]
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Councillor
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sweet, you should use granulated
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ALL EMERGENCY CALLS
911
Alberta Adolescent Recovery Centre
403.253.5250
Alberta Health Care
403.310.0000
AHS Addictions Hotline
1.866.332.2322
ATCO Gas – 24 Hour Emergency
403.245.7222
Calgary HEALTH LINK 24/7
403.943.5465
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403.266.1234
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Child Abuse Hotline
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Child Find – Alberta
403.270.3463
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403.266.4357
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403.514.6100
Poison Centre – Alberta
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403.955.7211
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403.944.1110
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403.943.4555
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Call Before You Dig (Buried Utilities) 1.800.242.3447
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Elder Abuse Resource Line (65+)
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Road Conditions – Calgary
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