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12 16 IMPORTANT NUMBERS PRESIDENT'S ALL EMERGENCY CALLS 911 MESSAGE month, we are beginning to plan a 3000 square foot multi-use addition to our building and would like your Alberta Adolescent Recovery Centre 403-253-5250 Welcome to April everyone! ideas and help. Meetings are held the third Wednesday Alberta Health Care 403-310-0000 of each month at 7:00 pm in our boardroom so please With another winter under our belts, I hope you’re all feel welcome to attend. For more information, please AHS Addictions Hotline 1-866-332-2322 doing well and have emerged relatively unscathed from check our website: hh-bh.ca HOUNSFIELD HEIGHTS/BRIAR ATCO Gas – 24 Hour Emergency 403-245-7222 the nasty viruses circulating around the neighbour- April is a month of new growth and anticipation. Our Calgary HEALTH LINK 24/7 811 hood. HILL COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION community association’s board members are enthusi- I am happy and excited to welcome our newly hired Box 65086, RPO North Hill Calgary, AB T2N 4T6 Calgary Police – Non Emergency 403-266-1234 astic about our future, and earnestly invite all commu- Community Association Executive Director, Guy Latour! Phone: 282-6634 (voice mail) (checked 1 - 2 times per week) nity members to become a part of our evolution. Happy Calgary Women’s Emergency Shelter 403-234-7233 As many of you know, for several years now, our associa- Email: [email protected] spring to all! Child Abuse Hotline 1-800-387-5437 tion has employed people to help manage our facility Kids Help Line 1-800-668-6868 and deal with the many administrative tasks required to Laura Delivered monthly to 2,000 households and businesses for successfully run our organization. Tasks such as book- 2 years! Child Safe Canada 403-202-5900 ing our gym and scheduling sta to supervise it during Distress/Crisis Line 403-266-4357 its use; physically maintaining the facility; making bank IN & AROUND Editorial Submissions deposits; supporting sports programs and play school [email protected] ENMAX – Power Trouble 403-514-6100 volunteers; and helping board members with their vari- CALGARY All editorial content must be submitted by the 5th of Poison Centre - Alberta 1-800-332-1414 ous projects all ensure that we generate revenue and April 23-29 is National Volunteer Week the month for the following month's publication. HOSPITALS / URGENT CARE run a successful association. April 23 - 29 is National Volunteer Week in Canada and Advertising Opportunities Alberta Children’s Hospital 403-955-7211 For the last two and a half years these responsibilities on behalf of all Calgarians we want to sincerely thank 403-263-3044 | [email protected] Foothills Hospital 403-944-1110 have been shared by two part-time positions, but it was community volunteers for all they do each and every All advertisements must be submitted by the 1st of decided last fall that having one person with the exper- day to improve neighbourhood life in Calgary! the month for the following month’s publication. Peter Lougheed Centre 403-943-4555 tise to carry out all these tasks and work full-time would Rockyview General Hospital 403-943-3000 be more e cient and e ective. After several months There are 151 community associations in every neigh- Published by Great News Publishing bourhood across our city, and they are all run by volun- Sheldon M. Chumir Health Centre 403-955-6200 of advertising and interviewing, and a lot of volunteer Serving Calgary communities for 28 years hours, our search committee is pleased to have found teers. In fact, more than 20,000 volunteers are involved 91 newsletters reaching over 415,000 households South Calgary Urgent Care Health Centre 403-943-9300 an excellent candidate. in community associations here in Calgary, making it in Calgary and surrounding areas. South Health Campus 403-956-1111 the LARGEST collective volunteer movement in the city! Guy comes to us from High River where he was man- #34-4550 112 Ave SE OTHER ager of parks and recreation and was involved with Without their hard-working volunteers community as- Calgary, AB Calgary Humane Society 403-205-4455 building a new facility and running programs. He has sociations would not exist. They would not be able to T2C 2K2 extensive experience in community leadership, work- provide you with the programs you enjoy, put on the Calgary Parking Authority 403-537-7000 ing with youth and volunteers, creating business plans, year-round special events that bring you together as Check out our website: SeniorConnect 403-266-6200 and communicating with other service groups. An un- neighbours, advocate for your community on local is- www.great-news.ca Calgary Kerby Elder Abuse Line 403-705-3250 expected attribute is that Guy grew up right here in our sues, or produce this monthly newsletter full of impor- community and some of you may know him from his tant information. These volunteers are dedicated to Alberta One-Call Corporation 1-800-242-3447 younger years! making sure your community is a great place to live, City of Calgary 311 You will learn more about Guy and the work he will be work, and play. The opinions expressed within any published article, report or submission Social Service Info & Referral 211 doing in upcoming editions of The Beacon. In the mean- Community volunteers are the lifeblood of the com- reflect those of the author and should not be considered to reflect those of Community Mediation Calgary Society 403-269-2707 time, I invite you to come meet Guy for yourselves. He munity association movement here in Calgary, a move- Great News Publishing and Hounsfield/Briar Hill Community Association. will be working in our community centre’s o ce daily RNR Lockworks Ltd. 403-479-6161 ment that brings Calgarians that small-town feel in our The information contained in this newsletter is believed to be accurate, but is and is looking forward to meeting residents and getting not warranted to be so. large urban centre. So take a moment during National Road Conditions – Calgary to know you (or in some cases, getting reacquainted). Great News Publishing and Hounsfield/Briar Hill Community Association do 511 Volunteer Week, April 23 - 29, to thank a volunteer in not endorse any person or persons advertising in this newsletter. Publication Weather Information Initially, the biggest project Guy will be involved with your community for their hard work and dedication of any advertisements should not be considered an endorsement of any goods is our Facility Enhancement Project. As I mentioned last to ensuring you love where you live! or services. Gamblers Anonymous 403-237-0654

4 APRIL 2017 I Call 403-263-3044 for advertising opportunities HOUNSFIELD HEIGHTS-BRIAR HILL I APRIL 2017 5 Houns eld Heights – Briar Hill COMMUNITY Community Association PROGRAMS BOARD OF DIRECTORS COMMITTEE POSITION NAME EMAIL President Laura Hunt [email protected] 1st Vice President and Programs Carol Sandahl [email protected] 2nd Vice President and Facilities Gunter Sammet [email protected] Treasurer Sarah Zhu [email protected] Secretary Joanna Greco [email protected] Director - Strategic Planning and IT Jeff Marsh [email protected] Director - Sears Plume Vacant [email protected] • Community Board Meetings second Thursday of Director - Land Use Terry Woods [email protected] the month at 7 p.m. in the Community Board- Director - Event Planning Patricia Leahy [email protected] Youth Badminton room. All are invited! To be on the agenda, please Director - Communications Sandra Falconi [email protected] Youth Badminton -Ages 12 – 17 contact admin@ hh-bh.ca at least 2 weeks in ad- vance. Please note there are no Board Meetings Director - Education Lyndsey Bristow [email protected] Information at www.hh-bh.ca [email protected] in July or August. Next Meeting: April 13, 2017 Director - at - Large Kathleen Staniland [email protected] Executive Director Guy Latour 403-282-6634 [email protected] • Plans to build an addition to our community as- STAFF HHBH Gym Drop-in sociation’s facility are  nally underway. Come Administrative Assistant Darcie Young 587-716-5333 [email protected] and help us create a space that will enhance our Facility Manager Chris Lee 587-717-2665 [email protected] Programs facility and serve the needs of our community. Badminton: Tues – Fri - 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Meetings are held the third Wednesday of ev- PROGRAM COORDINATORS Pickleball: Tues – Wed - 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm ery month at the community boardroom, 7:00 Indoor Soccer Eve Miller [email protected] Rates: $4 per person, $3 for seniors (55+) – 9:00 p.m. For more information, contact Carol Outdoor Soccer Judy Aldous [email protected] Sandahl: [email protected] Youth Badminton Theresa Cowan [email protected] Family Open Gym Night • Casino June 4th and 5th - Get to know your COMMUNITY RESOURCES FREE -Fridays 6:30 – 8 pm Community Gym neighbours and help the community asso- Louise Riley Library Allison Thomson 403-221-2047 [email protected] ciation raise funds to maintain and expand our Community Police Liaison Cst. James Dore #3680 403-428-6344 [email protected] Outdoor Soccer U4 to U18 community hall at our next casino fundraiser, Registration Online February 1, 2017 June 4 and 5. See add in this issue for details. CONTACT • Free Performing Arts Workshops - Boardroom HHBH Community Centre on Sundays 2-4 p.m. Mailing Address: Box 65086, RPO North Hill Calgary, AB T2N 4T6 For the latest news, programs and events, Board Room / Gym - 1922 – 14 Avenue N.W. please visit our Offi cial HH-BH Community • Memberships: A reminder that memberships Association website at www.hh-bh.ca. expire July 31! $20 / year per family household. Parking: west of the Louise Riley Library, accessed via the library drive- $10/Seniors. Renew online at www.hh-bh.ca way. Hall/Gym is located NE of our parking lot, just across the soccer fi eld. Like our Facebook Page - • Hounsfi eld Heights-Briar Hill Playschool regis- Phone: 282-6634 (voice mail) (checked 1 - 2 times per week) www.facebook.com/hhbhca tration for 2017/2018 is now open. A couple of Email: [email protected] spots are available for Tues/Thurs morning class Beacon Submissions: [email protected] Follow us on Twitter as well as spots for the afternoon classes. Regis- @hhbhca Boardroom/Gym Bookings: [email protected] ter online at www.hhbhplayschool.com or send us an email to [email protected] The HH-BH Gym and Boardroom schedule can be viewed at Have an idea for a great community program or www.hh-bh.ca. event? Send your ideas to [email protected]. Registration for 2017/2018 will begin February 22, 2017

6 APRIL 2017 I Call 403-263-3044 for advertising opportunities HOUNSFIELD HEIGHTS-BRIAR HILL I APRIL 2017 7 CALLING ALL SINGERS / MUSICIANS / ACTORS / DANCERS Membership has CALLINGCALLING ALL ALL SINGERS SINGERSAND / MUSICIANSWANNABEES! / MUSICIANS / ACTORS / /ACTORS DANCERS / Tree Planting AND WANNABEES! We are looking for you!! ReTree YYC -Free Education Programs in Houns eld DANCERSWe are AND looking WANNABEES! for you!! Heights-Briar Hill its Privileges

We are lookingth for you!! Houns eld Heights-Briar Hill has been chosen as a Re- It’s time to renew your HH-BH community association Canada’s 150th Celebration Casting Call for friends and neighbors of

Tree Community in 2017! As part of the program, the Hounsfield Heights-Briar Hill membership (valid August 1 – July 31 each year), and Canada’s 150th Celebration Casting Call for friends and neighbors of City of Calgary will be planting new City trees in our it’s gotten easier: renew online by visiting our website: Hounsfield Heights-Briar Hill community and educating community members about Join our community celebration August 19, 2017, celebrating 150 years www.hh-bh.ca. the proper planting and maintenance of our urban for- of Canadian Confederation. We need actors, musicians, dancers, Join our community celebration August 19, 2017, celebrating 150 years characters, comedians, poets and storytellers, neighbors and friends, all est. Houns eld Heights-Briar Hill will receive free tree A family membership is only $20/year, and entitles of Canadian Confederation. We need actors, musicians, dancers, are welcome to attend the planning, production and rehearsals running care education programs in spring 2017. More informa- you to characters, comedians, poets and storytellers, neighbors and friends, all Sundays between 2:00 pm and 4:00 pm in the Hounsfield Heights-Briar tion will be posted on our website in the early spring. • register children in the HH-BH Community Playschool are welcome to attend the planning, production and rehearsals running Hill Community Hall Boardroom. If you have something to contribute or • register children in indoor and outdoor youth soccer, Sundaysif you would between like to 2:00 participate, pm and please4:00 pm attend. in the Hounsfield Heights-Briar if you would like to participate, please attend. Background on ReTree YYC: ReTree YYC is a program badminton and other sports programs Hill Community Hall Boardroom. If you have something to contribute or created in response to the September 2014 late-sum- if you would like to participate, please attend. • take part in adult badminton, pickleball and other rec- mer snow storm causing extensive and severe damage reation programs to over 1 million trees. ReTree communities are chosen • bring the whole family to the community hall for free based on many factors, including the extent of the Family Gym Nights on Fridays year-round FREE WORKSHOPS EVERY SUNDAY 2:00 – 4:00 PM storm damage, open canopy space and community in- • vote at HH-BH Community Association Annual General HH-BH Community Hall Boardroom FREE WORKSHOPS EVERY SUNDAY 2:00 – 4:00 PM terest. By helping Calgarians plant and maintain trees Meetings (ours is coming up in November, by the way 1922 - 14 Ave NW HH-BH Community Hall Boardroom on both public and private property, we hope to make – we’d love to see you there!) For more information please email Patricia at [email protected] the city landscape better for generations to come. You For more information1922 please - email14 Ave Patricia NW at [email protected]

can learn more about the program at Calgary.ca/trees. In addition, your membership helps support the wide range of activities organized or supported by For more information please email Patricia at [email protected]

the community association, including: • annual Stampede Breakfast • Summer Solstice Block Party Outdoor • annual Community Clean-Up • family-friendly community events in the Fall, Winter 3 7 and Spring, with entertainment such as the bouncy Soccer house, face painting, dunk tank, live music, dancing 9 7 and FREE food and beverages • up-to-date news and event listings on our HH-BH web- Referees Needed site, Facebook and Twitter. Check it out at hh-bh.ca! 8 6 5 4 2 • the Beacon delivered to your door Monthly This is a job that pays! A training session is mandatory • ice maintenance, equipment and supplies for the out- and provided by the community association. This is 5 1 door rink at Green Park a great way for you to be involved in our community. Dr. Christine Lilge Dr. Lauren Vredenburg Dr. Jennifer Maguire • a clean, well-kept and effi cient community gym and If you have already taken the training, you are not re- 5 8 6 4 meeting facility with friendly and helpful sta , employ- quired to attend again. You may retake the training if Quality work in a Friendly Environment ing youth from our community you would like to refresh your skills. 8 4 YouthCome + Experience! Check CalgaryFineDentistry.com Us Out! • organizing casino fundraisers to keep all this going If you are 12 years of age or older and interested • strategic, business and land-use planning for our com- in becoming a referee for the 2017 outdoor soccer 7 5 2 3 8 Check Us Out munity and liaising with the City of Calgary season with HHBH, please contact Melissa Hagg at CalgaryFineDentistry.com [email protected] or 403-284-2410. 6 9

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West Hillhurst IN & AROUND REAL ESTATE COUNCIL OF ALBERTA Community Association SCHOOLS Queen Elizabeth Elementary School Playground Replacement Project Update: Earth Day The countdown begins…we’re moving forward with our new school playground! Our build dates are May 3 – 6, 2017 WHCA is still having a big Earth Day and Health Expo 402 18 Street NW Calgary, AB on April 22, from 2:00 -5:00 p.m. Activities include ver- micomposting, Ask a Gardener, Plan your Garden help, We need your help! Mark your calendars! Community City of Calgary Re-tree, Qui Gong, Yoga and other dem- helping community! os, kids crafts, and representation from a number of The playground design is  nalized, the approvals are in, health companies! Look to www.westhillhurt.com for and the equipment is being manufactured … now we more info. need you! We are currently recruiting volunteers to help construct and assemble our new playground. We will be using Sign Up Genius as a method to manage our volunteer sign up process. Ask Charles 2 3 5 8 4 7 6 9 1 Please email our volunteer recruiter at qevolunteers@ I just spent $50,000 to nish my basement with Without the RMS in place, there would be little consis- gmail.com for a link to our Sign Up Genius schedule. tency in how real estate professionals, and their sellers, 6 4 9 2 3 1 5 7 8 high-end nishings. Now, I’m listing my house for Please note, you do not need a police security check to sale, and my real estate representative says she measure and describe their property. Some may want to 1 7 8 6 5 9 3 4 2 volunteer at our project: consider recruiting a friend, com- can’t include the basement square footage in the include their basement (un nished or not), some may munity member or relative to volunteer for this project! total size. Why not? include an enclosed sunroom, while others may include 4 2 3 5 1 6 7 8 9 the space created by a bow or bay window. You developed your basement and it’s beautiful. You’re The RMS provides a consistent means of measuring, and 5 8 7 3 9 2 1 6 4 sure any potential buyer would agree that it looks Community great, and is de nitely livable space. But, your real es- describing, residential property size in Alberta. 9 1 6 7 8 4 2 3 5 tate professional is correct, the square footage of your Sellers, and their real estate representatives, are wel- basement cannot be included in the size of your home come to include additional measurement information 7 5 4 9 2 3 8 1 6 Clean-up for listing purposes. in their listings, but the primary size listed in the listing must be the size according to the RMS. 8 6 1 4 7 5 9 2 3 In Alberta, real estate professionals are required to fol- Leader low the Residential Measurement Standard (RMS) when Sellers need to remember that size isn’t the only factor listing a residential property for sale. The RMS contains that will a ect a property’s list or selling price. Other 3 9 2 1 6 8 4 5 7 Houns eld Heights-Briar nine principles that enable real estate professionals, as factors include location, condition, quality of  nishing, Hill is looking for people to well as buyers and sellers, to determine and compare layout, and even type of ownership. You may not be lead our annual community the size of residential properties. The RMS sets out the able to include the square footage of your basement in clean up event. This annual speci c parts of a residential property that can be in- the total square footage of your home, but the features event brings people from the Summertime Fun cluded in its size for listing purposes. of your home will set it apart from other properties. Size community together, provides matters, but it’s not the only thing that matters. friends and families an opportu- Above grade levels are the levels of a residence that are It’s time to register for Camps! nity to work together for a good entirely above grade. Below grade levels are the  oor “Ask Charles” is a monthly question and answer column by Ages 3-12 cause, and helps to keep our levels of a residence that are partly or fully below grade. Charles Stevenson, Director of Professional Standards with the Real Estate Council of Alberta (RECA), www.reca.ca. RECA is neighbourhood clean and safe. If any portion of a level is below grade, the entire level If you are interested, or have any the independent, non-government agency responsible for the is considered below grade. Below grade spaces include regulation of Alberta’s real estate industry. We license, govern, questions, please contact Patri- lower levels and basements. The RMS size of a property and set the standards of practice for all real estate, mortgage @freehousedance | freehousedance.com cia at 587-703-9739 or email is, essentially, the sum of its above grade levels. Below brokerage, and real estate appraisal professionals in Alberta. To [email protected] grade levels are not included in the RMS area. submit a question, email [email protected].

10 APRIL 2017 I Call 403-263-3044 for advertising opportunities HOUNSFIELD HEIGHTS-BRIAR HILL I APRIL 2017 11 MEMBERSHIPS About Wine MEMBERSHIPS by Nik Rasula Your annualYour membership annual membership is good is goodthrough through July July 31, 31, 2017 2017 and and entitlesentitles youyou and and your your family family to to participateparticipate in a variety in a ofvariety different of di communityerent community programs programs and and activities. activities. TheThe cost cost is onlyis only $20 $20 About Wine features wines not typically on one’s shop- annually per family/householdannually per or family/household $10 for seniors, or including $10 for seniors, GST. including GST. ping radar. Special wines – made from grapes or blends, regions or countries - that may not be common or well known. About a wine, or winemaker, with a story to tell; HOUNSFIELD HEIGHTS – BRIAR HILL COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION of place, process or style. Highlighting smaller artisanal producers making unique, reasonably priced (under MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION 2016-17 $50 retail) wines, all the while demonstrating careful earth stewardship. Family Name(s): 2014, Franz Haas, Lagrein Alto Adige (pronounced “Ah d.j.”), Italy First Name - Adults: 1. 2. First Name - Children: ABOUT THE REGION: Located in northeastern Italy, the Alto Adige lies at the base of the Alps bordering Austria. Formerly known as South Tyrol, the region was annexed Address: by Italy in 1926, German remains the region’s  rst lan- Postal Code: guage. Featuring rugged topography with cultivation Home Phone: possible in only 15 per cent of the Adige Valley, the re- Email: gion is compelled to rely on quality as its wine trade- mark. Would you like to receive the newsletter and other yes □ no □ ABOUT THE MAKER: Established in the 1800s, the winery announcements by email? is run by the 7th generation of the Haas family. Wine- maker Franz Haas brings a scienti c yin to the winemak- I would be interested in volunteering for: Membership # ing; supported by wife and creative director Maria who Valid through July 31, 2017 brings an artistic yang. □ Land Use □ Membership Drive ABOUT THE WINE: Elegant garnet in appearance, the Annual membership (including Green Space/Reforestation Children’s Programs ABOUT THE MAKING: Indigenous to the Alto Adige, bouquet hints of red fruit, violet, and spice. Elegance □ □ GST) is : Lagrein thrives at high altitude (here almost 1,000 feet re ects on the palate as it pleases with medium-bodied a.s.l.). Low-yielding vines, planted at high density, con- notes of plums, rhubarb and cocoa. □ Fundraising □ Seniors’ Programs □ $20 per household tribute the wine’s intense  avour pro le. With European demand for Lagrein (especially from Austria) exceeding production, supply for far-o mar- □ Facilities/Ice Rink □ Sports Programs □ $10 for seniors kets remains limited. □ Communications/Newsletter □ Social Activities The ABOUT THE LABEL: Label artist Riccardo Schweizer Other Paid by: cash cheque name Easter painted with Picasso and Chagall □ □ □ owes its origin from ABOUT PAIRING: Pair with charcuterie, sausages, or Eastre, the Anglo- Send cheques payable to Hounsfield Heights-Briar Hill Community Association spice-rubbed poultry. Saxon goddess who Box 65086 RPO North Hill, Calgary AB T2N 4T6 symbolizes hare ABOUT DISTRIBUTION: Check liquorconnect.com (call and egg. the store to con rm availability). Privacy Consent: By providing the personal information on this form you are consenting to HH-BH Community Association’s collection and use of that information for the purposes of providing you a membership in the community CSPC # 766943 association. This information will be stored in a database of community members for the sole use of the Association. The Association will not sell, barter or lease membership lists or information. We may retain this information until nine ABOUT PRICE: $38 months after expiry date of the membership.

12 APRIL 2017 I Call 403-263-3044 for advertising opportunities HOUNSFIELD HEIGHTS-BRIAR HILL I APRIL 2017 1 3 Councillor, Ward 7 BUSINESS Druh Farrell [email protected] • www.druhfarrell.ca Twitter: @DruhFarrell CLASSIFIEDS Facebook: Druh Farrell For business classi ed ad rates call Great News Publishing at 403-263-3044 or [email protected] Downtown Economic Summit I have witnessed many boom and bust cycles over the years Houns eld Heights/Briar Hill Real Estate Update in Calgary. Each time, we wait out the downturn and carry on CALGARY FENCE & DECK: We are a trusted and referred with business as usual. Last 12 Months Houns eld Heights/Briar Hill leader in wood fence and deck construction. Specializ- Casino ing in fence and deck removal and replacement using Although there are positive signs of recovery, this recession is MLS Real Estate Sale Price Update pressure treated lumber. Call today for a free on-site di erent. Rather than a regular downturn in the business cycle quote. 403-461-6682. www.calgaryfence.ca. that will  x itself,  nancial experts agree Calgary is experienc- Average Asking Price Average Sold Price ing a ‘structural recession’. This more serious type of recession Volunteers February 2017 $4,699,450 $4,251,000 HOME BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY: Clinicair is the lead- exposes the risks of relying heavily on a single industry. We cannot treat a structural recession with tools meant for a cycli- January 2017 $650,000 $620,000 ing provider of Indoor Air Quality and Medical Grade cal one. In other words, we cannot wait this one out. December 2016 $907,450 $851,250 Duct Cleaning services in Canada. We are looking for Evidence of the downturn is obvious in all areas of Calgary, but November 2016 $599,500 $577,500 a dealer in Calgary to represent our growing company. Needed We o er a royalty free business. Clinicair supplies you particularly in the downtown core. Downtown historically gen- October 2016 $0 $0 with the latest technology, and training. Call Craig: erated around 40% of The City’s non-residential tax revenue September 2016 $1,774,950 $1,845,000 1-416-277-6067. and 25% of City-wide employment. With record vacancy rates June 4 and 5 August 2016 $1,597,450 $1,575,000 and declining property values in the downtown, 2016 saw a sharp decline in property tax, parking, and transit revenues. Be- July 2016 $1,049,900 $1,040,000 NEIGHBOURHOOD CONFLICT? Community Mediation cause Calgary’s economic health is heavily reliant on the health June 2016 $594,900 $578,750 Calgary Society (CMCS) is a no cost mediation and con- Get to know your neighbours and help the communi-  ict coaching service that can help you resolve problems of our downtown, this resulted in a dramatic tax burden shift to May 2016 $1,224,950 $1,201,000 businesses outside the core. ty association raise funds to maintain and expand our and restore peace! We help neighbours be neighbours community hall at our next casino fundraiser, June 4 April 2016 $619,900 $590,000 again! www.communitymediation.ca, 403-269-2707. Having been a small business owner for 17 years, and the man- and 5. March 2016 $0 $0 ager of the Kensington Business Revitalization Zone, I under- THE GUTTER DOCTOR! We install,  x and clean eaves- stand the challenges businesses face. That is why I supported HHBH CA Vice-President Carol Sandahl is organizing the Last 12 Months Houns eld Heights/Briar Hill troughs and downspouts. We also install and  x fascia, $45 million in one-time relief for businesses experiencing large fundraiser and is using the schedule with six long shifts MLS Real Estate Number of Listings Update so t, drip-edge, siding, roo ng, cladding. Over 20,000 increases in property taxes. While The City is able to a ord to make it easier than ever to volunteer. This year, we’re happy customers since 2003! Insured and guaranteed short-term assistance, we need long-term solutions to address the root cause of the tax shift – a struggling downtown core. at Cowboys Casino (421 12 Ave SE), easily accessible by No. New Properties No. Properties Sold work with references. We take pride in doing a good job. Businesses across Calgary, both small and large, depend on a C-Train from Lions Park. A+ rated BBB member. 2017 Consumers Choice Award February 2017 2 2 strong downtown. Winner. www.gutterdoctor.ca 403-714-0711. Please contact Carol at [email protected] to volunteer or January 2017 7 1 Calgary’s downtown worked well for 1980, but will it work for receive more information. December 2016 0 4 ARE YOU OVERWHELMED BY YOUR STUFF? Wheth- 2025 and beyond? The problem is complex with no easy solu- November 2016 2 2 er you’re moving into a new home or need to orga- tions. Earlier this year, Council supported my motion to host October 2016 3 0 nize your current space, there’s too much stu to get a Downtown Economic Summit to bring together the best minds to create recommendations for a more resilient, creative, September 2016 7 2 through. You don’t have the time or energy to sort through it all. I will help you bring order and peace back and diversi ed downtown. Work from the private sector, social August 2016 2 4 into your home, for good. Call Heather 403-703-0605. organisations, and all three orders of government is required to fundamentally shift the downtown economy and emerge from July 2016 5 3 www.helpinghandtransitions.com. June 2016 2 2 the recession better than ever. May 2016 8 4 TLC CLEANING: Over 18 years’ experience in the business! All is not doom and gloom. We have a tremendous opportunity to create conditions for businesses to thrive and to get Calgar- April 2016 4 3 TLC Cleaning is a small and personalized cleaning compa- ny. Licensed, insured, bonded, and WCB covered for your ians back to work. March 2016 2 0 peace of mind. Excellent rates and references, environmen- To sign up for updates on key community and Ward 7 issues, To view more detailed information that comprise the above MLS tally friendly options too. Let us put a little TLC into your please visit www.DruhFarrell.ca. You can also follow us on Twit- averages please visit houns eld_heights_briar_hill.great-news.ca home! Free estimates; please call Carol at 403-614-8522. ter at @DruhFarrell and on Facebook at @DruhFarrellCalgary.

14 APRIL 2017 I Call 403-263-3044 for advertising opportunities HOUNSFIELD HEIGHTS-BRIAR HILL I APRIL 2017 1 5 Calgary Confederation Len Webber, MP 2020 10 St NW, T2M3M2 403-220-0888 [email protected] News from the Birth of a Nation In 1922, France gave Vimy Ridge and the surrounding It was 100 years ago on April 9th that Canada won Vimy land to Canada in perpetuity and a magni cent monu- Friends of Ridge in France at enormous cost and made their mark ment was built to honour all Canadians who died in on history. France. The stark, gleaming white marble towers are a powerful and imposing testament to the historic battle. Nose Hill Vimy Ridge was seven kilometers of strategic high Every year, young Canadians work at the visitors cen- by Anne Burke ground in France. Allies had previously lost 150,000 sol- diers trying to capture the commanding view without tre and thousands of Canadians make the pilgrimage success. to this historic place in Canadian history. If you want to The City annually invests in infrastructure and upgrades face work would be required in the park. Phase 2 con- visit Vimy Ridge or learn more about the battle, please Our allies fought along side us in this key battle, but it to ensure levels of service and address both capacity struction will occur in Summer 2017 to summer 2018. visit www.veterans.gc.ca. and lifecycle needs. The storm water quality retro t pro- Drilling and survey equipment and personnel will be was Canada’s key contributions and subsequent victory gram adds more wet ponds to long-established areas visible on the hill but away from the paths by mid-Feb- that changed the course of history. of the city. Wet ponds protect the quality of river water early April 2017. In addition, there will be signs at Nose The preparation plans were extensive and the attack COMMUNITY by slowing the  ow, allowing sediment to settle. Plants Hill parking lots and an information brochure at www. had been rehearsed many times beforehand. Canada help to remove pollutants. In all, there are 200- ood calgary.ca/nosehill. You can phone 3-1-1 for general wa- knew it would be a big  ght and they came prepared. ANNOUNCEMENTS related projects requiring repairs or restoration. There ter construction inquiries or a list of road closures due to st At dawn on April 9th, 1917, close to 100,000 Canadians Deadline – 1 of each month for are riverbank stabilization and erosion sites, the storm other construction projects. rose from their trenches, tunnels and dugouts to take drainage system, and lift or pump stations. Construction the next month’s publication on the enemy in a battle many thought could not be projects include water main and pipe repairs, as well Contact [email protected] won. We fought as one, but there were English, French, as new projects and upgrades to improve water and  recent immigrants and First Nations that joined togeth- Free announcements: lost/found, household items wastewater systems. HOUNSFIELD HEIGHTS er to  ght as Canadians. for sale, wanted, garage sale, student/senior services, etc. The North Calgary Water Servicing Project is underway. BRIAR HILL  Forty word limit The battle, fought uphill, was a surprising quick attack This is part of a long-term plan to sustain the water sup- with much of the  ghting over by noon. FLC SENIORS CLUB 55+ Join us for a healthy, happy, ply system. A new water supply line (feeder main) is and active lifestyle. For more information: www. required to service future area development A consul- At the end of that morning, 10,000 Canadian lay dead Name Age Contact Course  cseniors.ca. Highlighted activities are LINE DANCING tant will design and construct a new water main from or wounded. It would be the bloodiest day in Canadian call Ann 403-254-9181 or Joan 403-719-7763 or Big Hill Pump Station to the Beddington Reservoir. The Duncan 19 403-500-9826 Yes military history, but it would cement Canada as a  ght- emaillinedancing@ cseniors.ca; and TAI CHI call ing force to be reckoned with. Over the months that preferred alignment will cross Nose Hill Park, using geo- Grace 16 403-282-8823 Yes Juliette 403-225-1593 or email taichi@ cseniors.ca. technical tunnelling up to 90 metres or 300 feet deep. followed, Canadian troops became more independent A rare plant and bird survey to ensure conservation of Josephine 16 403-283-0478 Yes instead of  ghting under British command. protected species will be done before phase 1 soil sam- Sophie 17 403-283-0478 Yes The battle of Vimy Ridge is credited with being the  rst pling to test the proposed route. The optimum time to time Canada was seen as its own  ghting force and not drill 21 test holes (each 6 inches in diameter) is mid- Calling All BABYSITTERS simply a British colony. Some have said that on April 9th, winter when the ground is frozen, which minimizes the Enroll free at mybabysitter.ca and choose the Calgary communities 1917, a nation was born in the eyes of the world. Measurements impact on the surface environment. However, the areas you would like to babysit in. The wristwatch was adjacent to these test locations will be rehabilitated As Brigadier General Alexander Ross said, “I thought prior to crew leaving the site. Calling All PARENTS then…that in those few minutes I witnessed the birth invented in 1904 Visit mybabysitter.ca and fi nd available babysitters in and around of a nation.” by Louis Cartier. The City promises that there will be only minor surface your community. disruption in the SW and NE corners of Nose Hill at the Disclaimer: We recommend for your own peace of mind that references be checked This victory is thought by some to be the key reason when choosing your babysitter. This babysitter list is provided as a service to the entrance and exit of the proposed tunnel. No other sur- community and is governed by the terms & conditions outlined at mybabysitter.ca. Canada got its own seat at the Treaty of Versailles.

16 APRIL 2017 I Call 403-263-3044 for advertising opportunities HOUNSFIELD HEIGHTS-BRIAR HILL I APRIL 2017 1 7 MAY 5  6 YOUR COMMUNITY/CITY EVENTS CALGARY INTERNATIONAL BEERFEST  BMO CENTRE, STAMPEDE GROUNDS For the seasoned brew lover and budding beer AT A GLANCE... Did you know that your restaurant can enthusiast alike, Beerfest appears to have it all. Over put a menu in our newsletter? We are in your neighbourhood 500 brews of all shades and compositions, contests, May 6 – 7, IFK Kickstart Garage Builder’s Motorcycle Show • Snow Removal/ Snow Hauling take part in beer seminars, vote for the People’s - Christine Klassen Gallery • Spring Clean Ups •Lawn Service Choice awards, meet new people, sample delicious An annual showcase of garage-built motorcycles from across YOUR INSERT •Tree Pruning/Removals •Junk Removal foods, enjoy the atmosphere and entertainment, Alberta, most small in budget but all big in creativity. Join us Full Service Bobcat and Landscaping Free Estimates and most importantly have a great time! More info at from May 6-7 from 11am to 5pm and see what we’ve created HERE albertabeerfestivals.com over the winter! More info at facebook.com/kickstartshow www.landscaperscalgary.ca May 7, The Debaters Live! – The Jack Singer Concert Hall A fundraising event for JFSC hosted by award-winning Turn local residents into comedian, Steve Patterson, and features two of his favourite local customers. comics, (Dave Hemstad and Kate Davis) - they perform stand- Contact us: up, followed by a comedic debate. More info at artscommons. 403-263-3044 MAY 13, YOUTH SINGERS OF CALGARY ca/WhatsOn/ShowDetails [email protected] PRESENT: #IAMMUSIC  1415 14 AVE NW May 12 – 13, Vintage Rede ned Market – Century Casino The Youth Singers of Calgary have a long, proud Showroom history as ambassadors of true Canadian spirit and as The new vintage market with purpose! This ain’t your typical a voice for Canadian youth through singing, dancing and acting. To celebrate Canada’s 150th Birthday we tea-time at grandma’s house. An exciting venue  lled with have asked the question ‘what does it mean to be a treasures sure to delight and excite men and women alike! 91 Monthly Community Newsletters Over 80+ vendors featuring: True vintage, Collectibles, 415,000 Households young, Canadian artist in this digital age?’ On May 152 Calgary Communities 13th we raise our collective voices to answer that Re-purposed, Reclaimed, Oil & Gas, Records, Jewelry, Video question. #IAmCanadian #IAmConnected #IAmMusic Games, Antiques, Comics & more! More info at facebook.com/ More info at youthsingers.org Vintage.Rede ned.Market May 13 – June 11, The Drowning Girls – Vertigo Theatre The Drowning Girls is a lyrical exploration of a trio of murdered wives who gather evidence against their murderous husband by reliving the shocking events leading up to their deaths. One Yellow Rabbit Co-Founders Blake Brooker and Denise Clarke lead an incredible creative team in The Hoffman Process helps remove the barriers that are Higher Level Sports Academy bringing this macabre fantasia to the Vertigo stage. More info holding you back from being the best version of yourself. SUMMER CAMPS MAY 24  27, CALGARY INTERNATIONAL at vertigotheatre.com CHILDREN’S FESTIVAL  ART COMMONS Visit www.hoffmaninstitute.ca May 19, Raiders of the Lost Ark: Original Film with Soccer Camp: Soccer skills and drills followed by an AND OLYMPIC PLAZA Orchestra – Jubilee Auditorium to find out how you can, afternoon at the water park and a soccer game. 7 weeks to Open the door to your imagination! The Calgary The  lm that gave the world one of its greatest movie heroes, • Gain better personal relationships choose from. Monday - Friday 9am-4pm International Children’s Festival (Kidsfest) celebrates 1320 5 Avenue NW $150/Week Indiana Jones, is back and better than ever before! Relive the • Renew your enthusiasm for life and vitality its 31st anniversary this season. From its humble magic on the big screen with the original great adventure, • Create greater emotional resilience Multi-sport Camp: A variety of sports and games. 8 weeks beginning in 1987, Kidsfest has grown to become Raiders of the Lost Ark with John Williams’ epic score performed • Have relief from anger and depression to choose from. Monday - Friday 9am-4pm. one of the most prominent arts festivals of its kind 1320 5 Ave NW $150/week and more... in Canada and the largest presenter of performing live alongside the  lm by the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra. More info at calgaryphil.com Adventure Camp: Sports and Activites including soccer, arts for young people in Calgary. More info at bowling, trampoline park and swimming. 3 weeks to choose calgarykidsfest.ca May 26, Nose Creek Players Presents: Anne of Green from. Monday - Friday 9am-4pm. Gables – The Bert Church Theatre 1411 33rd Street NE. $195/week. Your community theatre company, Nose Creek Players, is Half day morning and afternoon camps available! proud to present Lucy Maud Montgomery’s iconic tale of Ann Shirley. This beloved Canadian yarn tells the story of an imaginative red-haired girl searching for a place to belong; for Online Registration & Program Details: her kindred spirit. More info at airdrie.ca www.higherlevelsportsacademy.com

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