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About Us +15 Pathway System The Eau Claire Community Association (ECCA) was With the completion of Eau Claire Tower, Calgary’s +15 pathway system is coming closer and closer to residents of founded in 1992 as a non-profit organization dedicated Eau Claire—great news during a frigid cold snap or a torrential rain. to maintaining and enhancing the quality of living in Calgary’s network of pedestrian skywalks (14 kilometers and 83 bridges, so far) is the most extensive in the world. In Eau Claire. It is recognized by the City of Calgary as the 2000, the movie waydowntown looked at how long a Calgarian could move around downtown without ever going official voice of the Eau Claire community. The ECCA by- outside—and it was measured in weeks. laws define the purpose and direction of the ECCA and are registered under the Societies Act of Alberta. The However, challenges can arise when you want to travel the +15 system on weekends or evenings and halfway to bylaws are available at www.eauclaireca.com/about. your destination you hit a bridge or a building that’s closed. Calgary.ca can help. The map below is pulled from their webpage and shows the normal opening hours for each section of the +15 network. Even more helpful is the list of construction work being done and any +15 closures on the site. So, you certainly can go out in -40 wearing only a The community of Eau Claire is located adjacent to the light sweater … but you better plan that route first! downtown commercial core, bounded by Prince’s Is- P E land and the Bow River on the north and centre of 4th http://www.calgary.ca/Transportation/Roads/Pages/Road-Maintenance/Bridge-rehabilitation/plus15Skywalk.aspxA C E B

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The City I Chose as My Home: Calgary’s Economic History Through the Eyes of an Optimistic Newcomer In 2017 ECCA’s own Dained Vera researched, created and led a new Jane’s Walk* through the Eau Claire community. This fascinating and eclectic Walk kept all 26 participants actively engaged despite the rain. The following is part of an on-going report on some of the fascinating places on the tour. During the first half of the last century Eau Claire was the site of humble workers’ homes, the factories, the mill and the laundries. At noon “from one side, you’d hear the dairy whistle, from the other, the sawmill”. You’d also hear hoof-beats as horse-drawn wagons and carts delivered bread, produce, milk, laundry and ice.

In 1911, construction was completed on a new brick commercial building that would be home to a number of businesses over the years but became so associated with publishing the Farm and Ranch Review (1911 – 1966) that it was named the Graphic Arts Building in 1917. Charles W. Peterson, the “Dean of Agricultural Journalists” was the editor from 1911 until 1944.The Farm and Ranch Review continued to print in this building until it was merged in 1966 with the Family Herald). Given the number of horses working on the streets, it If you’re really curious the University of Alberta has a was a priority to lift pedestrians up onto concrete side- few years of the publication online. I pulled one up at walks and the first one was poured in downtown Cal- random and found an Imperial Oil ad introducing their This is not just any old smokestack that dates back to gary in 1902 by William Roper Hull. There aren’t many new “Esso” brand gasoline. 1947; it’s the last connection to an industrial past and Experts in original sidewalk stamps left in downtown Calgary, one of the few on-site reminders of the earlier role this Now the Joe Philips Building, it was renovated in 2004 design, print, but this one at the corner of 7th Street and 3rd Avenue area played in Calgary’s history. Where this 27-meter-tall and won the BOMA Historic Building of the Year in 2005. SW was poured in 1912 by Edwin J. McKibbin and his brick smokestack stands, the City of Calgary’s Transit ga- & targeted delivery brother Arthur, who at one time held the contract for rages were created in 1948 from relocated WWII aircraft sidewalks north of the CPR tracks. hangers reassembled around a central heating system. This smokestack served as part of the heating system until the bus barns around it were demolished in 1988. By mid-century the crack of baseball bats would ring Watch for more of this Jane’s Walk in future Newsletters out in the summer air with wartime baseball games at- and follow Dained’s blog at www.thegreenwallhome.com. tracting 3000 – 4000 spectators. In winter you’d hear the music playing for skaters and hockey players on the ice “Jane’s Walks are a series of neighbourhood walking tours. rinks. Buffalo Stadium, by the Calgary Brewery, was just Named after urban activist and writer Jane Jacobs, Jane’s CALL NOW FOR north of 1st Avenue (now Eau Claire Ave) between 5th Walks are held annually during the first weekend in May to YOUR FREE QUOTE & 6th Streets. coincide with her birthday.” Wikipedia 403-243-7518

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Upcoming Events Family Fun Day at Eau Claire Market The Green Line February 19, 11:00 AM Green Line in my Community Open House – 16 Ave, Free Event The Green Line team is about to kick off an engage- 2 Street, 7 Avenue and Centre Street stations A free, full day of live entertainment, carnival games, ment series called Green Line in my Community. This Wednesday, February 7; 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. special guests and more! series will give Calgarians a chance to provide feed- Chinese Cultural Centre – 197 1 Street S.W. back on the look and feel of certain elements in sta- Coldest Night of the Year Walk tions areas in their communities. We’ll be collecting Green Line in my Community Info – February 24, 5:00 pm feedback on things like street furnishing, railing type, Heart in The Arts in February 2 Street S.W. Eau Claire Market - Centre Court & North Plaza crosswalk treatment and more. We’ll also be asking by Alex Bonyun Station Coldest Night of the Year walk raises funds and aware- questions about safety and security around future Friday, February 9, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. ness with regards to the homelessness in Calgary. Pro- February is a great month in Calgary to get out and Green Line stations and community experience as Calgary Night Market – Eau Claire Market (200 Barclay ceeds are distributed equally between Acadia Place—a experience what arts and culture in our city has to well. Additionally, we’ll be showing preliminary con- Parade) low-income housing complex—and Feed the Hungry— offer. Theatre Calgary collaborates with the wacky cepts for underground, at grade and elevated station a Sunday night dinner program serving homeless resi- and always unexpected Old Trout Puppet Workshop Calgary Night Market design along the Green Line. We’ll be hosting nine dents of the City of Calgary. coldestnightoftheyear.org to bring a uniquely hilarious take on Shakespeare’s February 9, 5:00 pm - 11;00 pm open houses and a series of pop-up events to make Eau Claire Market - Centre Court Twelfth Night to Calgary. Originally produced by Run for L’Arche the events as accessible as possible. Feedback can One of the most important holidays of the year is Canada’s National Arts Centre, Twelfth Night will in- March 24 also be provided online starting January 16 through Valentine’s Day! Come shop for your love and family at ject your February with some much-needed laughs. If Eau Claire Market - Centre Court & North Plaza February 11. this month’s Calgary Night Market. There will be a great laughter isn’t your best medicine, Vertigo Theatre has The Run for L’Arche was started in 2011 and has raised selection of handmade goods, baked goods and more! Local event dates, times and locations are listed in the their world premiere mystery of Undercover, Lunch- over $300,000 for L’Arche Calgary’s homes and pro- Upcoming Events section. This information can also box Theatre has the enticing Ai Yah! Sweet & Sour Featuring cultural street foods, local entertainment and grams for adults with developmental disabilities. www. be found online. Secrets, and Alberta Theatre Projects has the emo- a diverse range of vendors, you’ll be looking forward to rogersinsurance.ca. tionally enthralling Constellations. sundown! www.marketshoplocal.com Can’t make it to an in-person event? No problem! Provide West Eau Claire Park Update your feedback online Calgary.ca/transportation. If you’d rather forget it is winter entirely, you can pop into a performance of Calgary Civic Symphony for an The West Eau Claire Park Phase 1 is currently under afternoon of Latin heat with Festival da Musica. Guest construction with the majority of the earth work starring Soprano Michelle Minke of Cowtown Opera, completed and landscape features such as boulders, the University of Calgary String Quartet, and accordi- pavers, planters and seating walls making its appear- onist Penny Sanborn, Calgary Civic Symphony will fill ance this spring. The aim is to have this work completed by the fall of 2018, weather permitting. the Jack Singer Concert Hall with the music of Mexico and South America. The pathway currently open is a shared pathway and we ask that cyclists dismount or utilize the detours to There’s always visual arts as well, for those of you who 2nd Avenue and 3rd Avenue. We appreciate every- would rather stroll through a gallery. Glenbow Muse- um is hosting a new exhibition in February featuring one’s cooperation and patience. Once the project is Wear your completed we will have a separated pathway system over 6,000 photographs of Frida Kahlo herself and her that will provide a more spacious experience for all. heart on loved ones as well as scenes of Mexican culture, poli- your sleeve tics, art, history and nature. We have also started the concept design for West Eau Claire Promenade which starts from the eastern edge Stay warm and enjoy Calgary culture this February! of West Eau Claire Park Phase 1 to Riverwalk. Watch Meaning: to openly reveal your feelings. for updates on the project website for upcoming This phrase was first recorded in This column is provided by Arts Commons. Located open house event and online feedback. Shakespeare’s play “Othello” in 1604, where in the heart of Calgary’s vibrant downtown core, Arts the treacherous Iago says this to feign commons is home to six different distinct performance openness and vulnerability. www.calgary.ca/westeauclaire venues.

10 FEBRUARY 2018 I Call 403-263-3044 for advertising opportunities E A U C L A I R E I FEBRUARY 2018 11 That’s why Best of Calgary was created—to showcase to TAKE ON WELLNESS tourists and locals alike the best of what’s offered in the Best of Calgary areas of food and drink, shopping and services, and arts Things to think about before the conversation: and culture. What Kind of Help do I Want from Them? Wants to Hear From January 24 to February 28, we’re asking Calgar- • Just to talk ians from all pockets of the city—from Rocky Ridge to • To find out where you can get more info Saddle Ridge; from Auburn Bay to Bridlewood—to tell • Help finding services such as counselling from You! us where they love to shop, eat or just hang out, who How Do I Want to Communicate? Though the physical limits of our city may match the they think are the best musicians or artists, and where • Face-to-face size of Manhattan while hosting a population one-tenth their favourite places are in the city. • Phone the size of NYC there are still so many amazing things Please visit bestofcalgary.city and have your voice • Online happening from one corner to another—be it the deep • Email south or our most Northern point—that Calgarians can heard in our survey of 100 categories. have a difficult time staying on top of the best that this The 2018 results will be release in early May on our Starting the Conversation • Let them know you have something you want to talk city has to offer. website, and Calgarians will have an opportunities to about. You might want to write down what you want experience some of the “Best of” winners first-hand Too often we cocoon in our communities rather than to say. during Best of Calgary Ideas Week, running throughout venture beyond our neighbourhood borders to see Talk It Out for Your • Start by explaining that you need some help with a the last week of May. what’s out there. But what if there was somewhere you problem. Think of some examples from your life as this could easily access all the great things happening in More information can be found at bestofcalgary.city Mental Health may help them to better understand what’s going on. Calgary and be informed about how much Calgary has • If you’re not sure how the person will react, try “testing in the weeks and months ahead. It can help to talk with someone about how you’re feel- grown and continues to grow, both culturally and physi- the waters.” For example, talk about a story you read in ing. They can listen to you or help you look at things dif- cally? the news and see how the person reacts. This will give ferently. They might also be able to help you figure out you an idea of their views and whether they’re likely to why you feel like you do. be sympathetic. Talking about things can be helpful in itself. Sharing can • You could also start conversation more generally—talk make you feel less alone and help relieve the stress of about how you’ve not been feeling great, rather than Judy Wagner coping by yourself. The other person may be able to of- saying you’re feeling depressed, anxious, or stressed. Your Eau Claire Resident Realtor. fer reassurance, support, information, or help you con- JUST LISTED Be prepared for a range of different reactions. Remem- REMAX Real Estate (Central) nect with services. ber that someone’s first reaction won’t be the same as When choosing someone to talk to, look for someone their reaction when they’ve had time to process what Thinking of selling? Give me a call! you’re comfortable with and trust—will respect your you’ve said. Life’s full of ups and downs, and sharing 403-850-3436 privacy, will take you seriously, and will be understand- our experiences with the people who care about us is [email protected] ing and accepting. natural and healthy. 5203, 400 Eau Claire Ave SW Prince’s Island Estates- $1,184,900 3 bedroom and 3.5 baths with river and park views com- pletely renovated, vacant and ready for quick possession! Finding good tenants is hard. We make it easy. Let’s get started. 403.244.6944 www.rlg.ca Call me: Brad Currie, Broker/President Your Property Is Our Priority. “SELLING CALGARY FOR 26 YEARS!” Residential Leasing Group Inc.

12 FEBRUARY 2018 I Call 403-263-3044 for advertising opportunities E A U C L A I R E I FEBRUARY 2018 1 3 YOUR CITY OF CALGARY Calling for Calgary Awards Eau Claire Nominations: The Calgary Awards is one of the largest citizen recogni- tion programs in our city. The City of Calgary established RE/MAX Realty Professionals the Calgary Awards in 1994 to celebrate and recognize outstanding achievements and contributions made by Real Estate Stats Call me first for a complimentary Interested in doing a job that counts? Calgarians in the previous year. Each year, individuals, Last 12 Months Eau Claire market analysis. corporations, community groups and organizations are The City is hiring civic census nominated in five major award categories, for a total of MLS Real Estate Sale Price Update 13 awards. takers! Average Asking Price Average Sold Price The City’s civic census is conducted annually starting on The City of Calgary encourages all Calgarians to look December 2017 $666,900 $638,000 April 1 and that means census taker recruitment is un- to their neighbours, colleagues, community leaders, November 2017 $349,900 $338,500 derway. The City needs flexible workers to help collect local organizations and businesses for those who October 2017 $1,892,450 $1,725,000 could qualify as recipients of the Calgary Awards. this information using mobile tablets. This year marks September 2017 $499,900 $490,000 the 60th year of consecutive Census collection. The Calgary Awards are for Calgarians, individuals, August 2017 $599,900 $572,000 403-805-8027 businesses, not-for-profit organizations, community Manager of Election and Census, Paul Denys, says, “Cen- July 2017 $447,450 $427,500 [email protected] sus workers are essential to the collection process. We groups and other organizations can all be nominated. June 2017 $459,000 $425,000 For specific eligibility requirements, how to nominate www.sarahscott.remax.ca need people interested and available for flexible short- May 2017 $469,900 $452,500 term work beginning late April, who are able to walk in someone in your community and for more informa- April 2017 $464,900 $452,000 seasonable weather conditions and can easily operate tion visit: calgary.ca/calgaryawards. Nominations a tablet computer. Census takers are provided with es- close on Wednesday, February 28, 2018. March 2017 $699,000 $700,500 sential training and materials needed to conduct the February 2017 $599,000 $570,000 census.” January 2017 $458,900 $445,000 Census takers are assigned an area to collect census in- Say Goodbye to Winter with Last 12 Months Eau Claire formation; areas vary in size, but are generally between 400 to 600 dwellings. Census takers have three weeks to Calgary Recreation’s Spring & MLS Real Estate Number of Listings Update complete the collection in their assigned area. They set Summer Recreation Program No. New Properties No. Properties Sold their own schedule to get their work done and may be December 2017 5 4 required to work in the evenings and weekends when Guide! November 2017 10 3 most people are at home. Census takers need to be able Say goodbye to winter with The City of Calgary’s Spring October 2017 11 2 to complete online training at home and be available & Summer Recreation Program Guide, on-stands Febru- for an in-person session in March. September 2017 12 3 ary 21. The City of Calgary offers hundreds of fun and August 2017 5 3 affordable recreational opportunities to get you and Applications can be downloaded online and are accept- July 2017 5 2 ed in person, at The City of Calgary Election and Census your family more active, more often this spring and June 2017 7 5 office, 1103 55 Ave NE, between 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. Mon- summer. Registered programs include sailing, golf, day to Friday. In addition to completing an application dance, swimming, summer day camps and more! With May 2017 12 4 form, there is a written skills assessment test that takes dozens of facilities located throughout the city, there April 2017 9 7 approximately 30 minutes to complete. are many convenient locations for you and your family March 2017 10 5 to take part in a variety of activities, practically right in February 2017 8 5 If you or anyone you know would be a good fit as a cen- your own backyard! Registration opens February 26. To sus taker, be sure to send them to calgary.ca/census to fill learn more and find a program that’s right for you, visit January 2017 13 1 out an application. The Elections and Census Office will Calgary.ca/recreation. To view more detailed information that comprise the above be selecting applications between Jan. 22 to Feb. 9, 2017. MLS averages please visit eau_claire.great-news.ca

14 FEBRUARY 2018 I Call 403-263-3044 for advertising opportunities E A U C L A I R E I FEBRUARY 2018 1 5 RESIDENT PERSPECTIVES “I don’t know if he’d still be alive today if we hadn’t MP Calgary Centre found a home.” Hon. Kent Hehr 950 6 Ave SW Calgary, Alberta T2P 1E4 There are over 3,000 Calgarians currently experienc- [email protected] ing homelessness, with more than 14,000 households 403-244-1880 For business classified ad rates call Great News at extreme risk of becoming homeless. Alpha House is www.KentHehrMP.ca one of nine social services agencies that are working Publishing at 403-263-3044 or together as part of the RESOLVE Campaign to build af- [email protected] fordable rental housing, with support services, for up to Supporting our Veterans: Pension for Life 3,000 homeless and vulnerable Calgarians. Canadian Armed Forces members and Veterans want to RIGHTWAY PLUMBING AND HEATING: Has been know our government has their back if they become ill happily serving the Eau Claire area with quality work, RESOLVE follows the Housing First philosophy, a proven or injured as a result of their service. happy clients and fair pricing; with second generation approach in addressing the root causes of homeless- experience, there is no job we can’t handle. Furnaces, ness—vulnerable people are provided with a home, In December, we announced our plan for a Pension for softeners, garburators, appliances, humidifiers, faucets, first, and whatever support services they need tore- Life to provide better support for ill and injured Veter- water heaters, bathroom renos and gas lines also! In- Janet’s Story main housed. The stability of a home gives vulnerable ans. It includes: stalled with great warranties. Call 403-968-6630. people, like Janet, the hand up they need to begin re- • Tax-free financial compensation, with the choice of A nylon flap and a zipper were all that separated Janet building their lives. monthly payments for life, to recognize pain and suf- NEIGHBOURHOOD CONFLICT? Community Mediation and her husband from the ruthless -32-degree Calgary fering caused by a service-related disability. Calgary Society (CMCS) is a no-cost mediation and con- winter. Janet’s husband had just been released from the This stability also benefits the community by reducing • Income replacement for Veterans experiencing barri- flict coaching service that can help you resolve problems hospital following a stroke and 10-day coma. His two- costs to healthcare, police, emergency services, the jus- ers returning to work, at 90% of their pre-release salary. and restore peace! We help neighbours be neighbours month hospital stay cost them their jobs and home. As tice system and corrections: over $55,000 a year can be • Services and benefits to help Veterans with education, again! www.communitymediation.ca, 403-269-2707. a result, he was forced to finish recovering on the floor the cost to our public systems to help a high-needs Cal- employment, and physical and mental health. of a tent in a park. garian experiencing homelessness (over $100,000 a year CALLING PROFESSIONAL PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHERS: For example, a 25-year-old Veteran who is 100% dis- can be the cost for the highest users of the public sys- Feature your professional family portraits in this news- abled would see his/her monthly support increase from They lived in the tent for a year and half, waking up at tem). This cost can be reduced by at least $34,000 a year letter. Email [email protected] for more information. $4,150 to $5,890. For a 50-year-old who is 100% dis- 5:00 a.m. every day, drenched from the icicles that melt- when a person has appropriate housing and supports. ed through the flimsy fabric while they’d been sleeping. abled, his/her monthly support would be almost $9,000 K2 BOOKKEEPING: Are you too busy to keep up with Their clothes would dry after 12 hours of collecting bot- RESOLVE is in its final three months of fundraising and (compared to $7,270 in 2015). your bookkeeping? Experienced bookkeeper now accepting new clients. Specializing in small to medium- tles, only to become soaked again overnight in the tent. will end on March 31, 2018. But the need remains ur- Veterans’ Education and Training benefit They wore the same clothes day after day, in a constant gent, especially at this time of year, when shelters are of- sized businesses. Twelve years of experience with In 2017 I was honoured to create the Veterans’ Educa- QuickBooks and Simply Accounting, GST, payroll, WCB, cycle of wet, dry, wet, dry. ten at capacity and vulnerable people are on the streets tion and Training benefit. It will provide funding for in the winter. filing, T4 filing, and competitive rates. Phone Katie 403- Janet’s husband would occasionally spend the night in tuition, books and living expenses to the tune of up to 870-0737. a shelter while Janet stayed in the tent to look after their You can change the lives of vulnerable Calgarians – your $80,000. I also reopened the last of the nine Veterans Af- dog, who she could not bring to the shelter. Experienc- neighbours – and make a lasting impact in the commu- fairs Canada offices closed by the previous government MASSAGE THERAPY: The Home of OM in Mission, 23rd ing homelessness as a woman is especially dangerous. It nity. Visit www.resolvecampaign.com to learn more. and hired hundreds of staff to better support Veterans. Ave and 4th St SW (lower level). Special - massage thera- is an extremely vulnerable position to be in. Added to this was the expansion of the pilot to open ac- pists offering 15 min. chair massages, Friday and Sunday cess to the Military Family Resource Centre, and unveil- by donation, just drop-in. Student massage treatments They weren’t sure how much longer Janet’s husband ing a new Centre of Excellence in Veterans’ care. $55/hr. Check online for availability. Gift cards available. could live without a home. Finally, after eight months View and book online at www.thehomeofom.ca or call on Calgary Alpha House Society’s waiting list, they were Unlike the previous Conservative government who 403-910-1809. finally moved into a basement suite. closed offices and cut back service, we have already in- vested $6 billion in supports and services for Veterans “Being able to cook instead of eating fast food in a tent and their families. Now with Pension for Life, we are go- really makes a difference. He’s so much healthier now,” ing a step further to provide financial security and help she beams, adding that their case workers helped her Veterans transition to a civilian life with meaning and get a job. “We have a door instead of a zipper. We got purpose. some of our dignity back.” To contact me: email [email protected] or call 403- Janet says that getting the basement suite not only 244-1880. Subscribe to email updates at www.KentHeh- changed her life, but also probably saved her husband’s. rMP.ca/email-updates.

16 FEBRUARY 2018 I Call 403-263-3044 for advertising opportunities E A U C L A I R E I FEBRUARY 2018 1 7 MLA Calgary-Buffalo Councillor, Ward 7 Hon. Kathleen Ganley Druh Farrell 130, 1177 11 Ave SW T2R 1K9 [email protected] 403-244-7737 druhfarrell.ca [email protected]. @DruhFarrell Druh Farrell

Economic Development Frozen in February In December, City Council approved $100 million for the We know the Alberta economy is recovering, but until Economic Development Investment Fund (EDIF). The that recovery is felt by all, our government is focused on fund is intended to boost Calgary’s economy, diversify supporting Albertans who need a hand now. Our future our industries, and help us emerge from the recession prosperity is in the hands of youth, and many of them stronger and more resilient. are facing financial challenges. To support the quarter The Investment Fund will be used to leverage opportuni- of a million post-secondary students who study and ties with businesses, the public sector, and other orders apprentice in Alberta, the government extended the of government. It will support innovative partnerships, Alberta tuition freeze for a fourth year. as well as invest in programs and infrastructure that will strengthen our economy. The $100 million investment The Alberta Government is also providing backfill pay- from EDIF is conservatively projected to create 3,600 ments to publicly-funded post-secondary institutions jobs, leverage $240 million in funds from partners, and so that they don’t suffer from less tuition income. I am provide over $300 million in GDP value. focused on making life better for all Albertans, and The creation of the fund came as a key recommendation these measures ensure that post-secondary education from the Downtown Economic Summit that I initiated last remains accessible, sustainable and affordable in the year. The Summit brought together industry and cultur- long term. al leaders to create a long-term plan for the downtown We also want every Albertan to come home safe at the economy. Until recently, the Centre City generated 40 per cent of Calgary’s non-residential tax revenue and 25 per end of the day, which is why crucial updates to the Work- cent of city-wide employment. With roughly a one third ers Compensation Act and the Occupational Health and office vacancy rate, $7.5 billion in assessed value of down- Safety Act are being put into effect this year. town office space was wiped out. This caused a massive Changes to the Workers Compensation Board (WCB) transfer of taxes to businesses outside the core. When the system provide greater benefits and support to work- downtown struggles, the impacts are felt city-wide. ers on their return to work. Premiums will also remain Jim Gray, a respected business leader and advisor to Cal- sustainable and affordable for employers. gary Economic Development, said it best, “It’s an enor- mously dangerous strategy to simply wait for the oil Key legislation changes to Occupational Health and economy to recover.” Supporting businesses city-wide Safety (OHS) will better protect workers and bring pro- and improving our overall economy will rely heavily on tections into line with other provinces. This includes the bringing new industries to the downtown. Diversifying right to refuse unsafe work, and protection from work- our downtown also means looking at ways to attract more place violence and harassment. residential and post-secondary institutions to our core. Finally, I am delighted to announce that the government We are competing internationally for emerging indus- of Alberta is taking steps to bring Alberta’s historically tries, and EDIF will help us attract the best and brightest high dental costs into line with the rest of Canada. The to Calgary. These companies are looking for high-quality 2018 dental fee guide was produced with the Alberta of life, arts and culture, urban living, walking and cycling infrastructure, and high-quality transit. EDIF and other City Dental Association and College. It provides guidelines initiatives can help deliver these improvements, not just for appropriate fees, which is expected to encourage for those we are looking to attract, but for all Calgarians. competition and rein in costs. Please see ADAC’s website for details. Nostalgia is not an economic strategy. Investing in resil- ience and diversification through the EDIF program will If you have questions or feedback, please contact my help us grow our economy and ultimately get Calgarians constituency office: [email protected] back to work.

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