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4 FEBRUARY 2020 I Call 403-720-0762 for advertising opportunities CONTENTS

6 EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S REPORT

8 TRIWOOD PLANNING COMMITTEE

10 TRIWOOD ENTERTAINMENT SERIES PRESENTS

11 TRIWOOD KIDS SUMMER CAMP

13 NEWS FROM THE FRIENDS OF NOSE HILL

14 TRIWOOD 2020 OUTDOOR SOCCER

15 MP LEN WEBBER’S REPORT

16 TRIWOOD PUBLIC SKATING

18 YOUR CITY OF CALGARY: 10 TIPS TO RECYCLE RIGHT IN 2020

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Disclaimer: The opinions expressed within any published article, report or submis- sion reflect those of the author and should not be considered to reflect those of Great News Media and the Triwood Community Association. The information contained in this newsletter is believed to be accurate but is not warranted to be so. Great News Media and the Triwood Community Association do not endorse any person or persons advertising in this newsletter. Publication of any advertisements should not be considered an endorsement of any goods or services. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S REPORT TWC DIRECTORY

President Toni Pilkey Vice President Mark Whiteman Treasurer Jim Pilling I hope everyone is staying warm this February! However, Community Relations Sandra Rhead if you’re not one to retreat to the warmth of your homes during the winter season, please be sure to make use Members at Large Jim Heck of our outdoor rink! Several of our dedicated, long-time David Fong volunteers work tirelessly each year to make the space Mark Whiteman ready for you to use. If you are a user of the rink, please Brian Sugden consider reaching out to the community to ask how you Executive Director Stephan Horbay can help our ice volunteers this season! Program Coordinator Shannon Jakel Volunteering is an incredibly important part of any community. The Triwood Community Association was Event Coordinator Jennifer Waller built on the backs of our senior community members, Arena Manager Greg Grant and we hope that we can keep the tradition going with our newer families. Volunteers are regularly needed for Accountant Randy Dalgliesh our Stampede Breakfasts, Casinos, Movie Nights and Building Maintenance Robert Catton more! Young or old, we will find a way for you to help Soccer Coordinator VACANT and become a vital part of the programs that we offer here at the community center. Planning Committee Gordon Alger This spring and summer, we will once again be offering Squirts Hockey Coordinator Kerry Bission our soccer and camp programs. Soccer will run through Westwood Hockey VACANT April and May, while our summer camps are offered in July and August. Registration for both programs will be Ringette Coordinator Lauri Scotvold opening on February 3rd. Get in early to ensure your Scouts Coordinators David Fong & places in the programs! Mark Whiteman In the meantime, bundle up and enjoy the snow! Cubs Coordinator Margaret Porter Beavers Coordinator David Fong & Lindsay Williams OFFICE HOURS Partners Duplicate Monday-Thursday: 9:00am - 4:00pm Friday: 9:00am - 3:00pm Bridge Club Saturday & Sunday: Closed Presents open games every Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday. Starting at noon at the Triwood 2244 Chicoutimi Dr. NW, Calgary, AB, T2L 0W1 Community Association. Phone: 403-282-2677| Fax: 403-282-7031 Contact Director Brian Johns at 403-561-7907 for [email protected] | www.triwoodcommunity.com more details Editorial Submissions: [email protected]

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Concrete Did you start the year with resolutions and good inten- Specialist tions to give back in your community? Are you watching City & new homes being built and renovations around you and Village wondering if you have a say? Have you recently moved Contracting co. 403-816-0965 to the community, and want to get involved? We can [email protected] help! The Triwood Planning Committee would be happy to talk with you about the development planning pro- *All tri-wood residents receive the friendly neighbourhood 10% discount. cess in Triwood and the feedback we provide to develop- ers and City of Calgary planners. You don’t have to be a planning expert to get involved. We are looking for peo- LADIES – YOU ARE INVITED! ple with different backgrounds to share perspectives. Tuesday, FEBRUARY 11, 2020 1:00-2:30 pm We are also very fortunate to be able to draw on LUNCHEON PROGRAM~Featuring support from the Federation of Calgary Communities McMan Youth, Family & Community Services Ass’n. (FCC) to keep our community members informed Meet Tenchoe Dorjee & learn about this valuable about planning matters in Calgary. In addition to not-for-profit social service agency- providing organizational development and financial first program opened in 1975! services to non-profits and charities, the FCC engages Also, an INSPIRATIONAL SPEAKER! and celebrates Calgary communities. The FCC also Triwood Community Assoc. 2244 Chicoutimi Drive, NW advocates for community associations and delivers $13.00 – Reserve: Phoebe, 403-283-6780 workshops to teach people how to navigate the urban [email protected] | Sponsored by: rsvpministries.com planning process. Members of the Triwood Planning Committee are able to participate in workshops from the FCC on topics such as Understanding Planning and Design and information sessions on the new Guidebook for Great Communities. Learn more about the FCC and SWANBY LAW all they offer at calgarycommunities.com. NANCY A. SWANBY So, whether you are a planning expert or a newbie, we can help you learn about and influence the on- • Barrister • Solicitor • Mediator going changes in our community. In not now, when? If not you, then who? Contact us at [email protected]. Our Wills & Estates Planning and Estate Administration Terms of Reference and meeting dates are on the Collaborative Family Law triwoodcommunity.com website under the Triwood Residential Real Estate Planning Committee tab.

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TRIWOOD I FEBRUARY 2020 9 TRIWOOD SCOUTS TRIWOOD ENTERTAINMENT SERIES PRESENTS

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The Triwood Scoop on Scouting Matley Quartet Many thanks to our many neighbours and friends who left bottles at the curb in November and Janu- Inspired by Steve! ary! The 4th Elks children and youth, from our Beavers The Deanne Matley Quartet will take you on a musi- to Rovers, all appreciate your donations. They help cal journey through original arrangements of popular support our future adventures. Stevie Wonder classics. Different feels and textures are highlighted by each member of the band as they cre- All levels our of program have been busy since Sep- ate together as an ensemble. The audience will experi- tember. Most of our groups have regular weekly ence unique individual contributions within the new meetings, in addition to frequent weekend adven- arrangements. Fall in love with Stevie all over again at tures. Our youngest members, the Beaver Scouts, this Triwood concert! Be sure to check out Deanne’s ver- were able to hike the Heart Creek Trail this fall, as sion of “Don’t You Worry ‘Bout A Thing” at: https://www. well as create gingerbread campsites and treehouses youtube.com/watch?v=CekCMV5DdJw before winter break. Our programs all have exciting plans this year, including several overnight camps. If Deanne Matley - Vocals you would like further information about the world Jon Day - Piano and Trumpet of Scouting, visit www.scouts.ca Jeremy Coates - Bass Tyler Hornby - Drums We hope you had a great holiday last month. All the Location: Triwood Community Hall (2244 Chicoutimi best in the New Year from everyone at 4th Elks Tri- Drive N.W.) wood Scouting. 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Presented with support from The Alberta Foundation for the Arts. 10 FEBRUARY 2020 I Call 403-720-0762 for advertising opportunities TRIWOOD I FEBRUARY 2020 11 MLA, Calgary-Varsity Jason Copping Unit 201, 1055 20th Avenue NW  403.216.5436  [email protected] facebook.com\jasoncoppingAB Jason_CoppingAB @JasonCoppingAB Screen Use in Early Childhood The first five years of a child’s life are incredibly important. Bobcat Information It’s the time when most of the brain is being wired. From the day a child born, millions of neurons are making billions Calgary communities are of connections, and children are learning all the time – at increasingly seeing bobcats in their every moment of the day. Everything around them is teach- neighbourhoods. Members of a number ing them, but the most important teachers of all are the of communities in Calgary-Varsity important adults in their lives. YOU are their interpreters, have become more concerned about guides, stewards, security, and bridge to understanding the bobcats living in their backyards. Data world around them. is showing that these furbearers will continue to increase and live in our That world is full of screens, and we know how important communities as they become more and helpful they are for so many people, especially grown- adaptable to living in our city. ups! We are starting to learn more about the ways that I would like to thank St. Andrew’s Heights Community screens can, and can’t, be helpful for children, too! Below Association for hosting and a senior wildlife biologist with are some resources to help you manage tech use in the Alberta Environment for bringing our communities together ways that are best for your family and your child’s develop- and sharing information on how we can best live with ment. You’ll notice that most of it looks like play and spend- bobcats. ing time together, and that’s no accident! That’s the way we Although bobcats are typically not a threat to humans, it is all learn best! important to be educated and take the recommendations below to make wildlife not feel welcome near our homes. Center for Humane Technology - humanetech.com Recommendations include: • tips to regain control of media use at home • Remove food, shelter and water from your yard (including Common Sense Media - commonsensemedia.org pet food and bird seed) • Keep garbage in containers with tight-fitting lids • reviews for what kids want to watch (before they watch it). • Limit hiding cover such as trimming and/or removing Trusted ratings created with families in mind overgrown areas and close openings underneath decks and Healthy Children .Org - healthychildren.org sheds • the American Academy of Pediatrics’ website for parents and If you observe bobcats, or see signs of them, you can use families hazing measures such as scent and odor deterrents like ammonia-soaked rags, turning on the sprinklers, banging Media Smarts - mediasmarts.ca pots and pans or the use of an airhorn. • Canada’s Centre for Digital and Media Literacy If the problem persists homeowners can apply for a Damage Protect Young Eyes - protectyoungeyes.com Control License (DCL) and hire a private wildlife control • Defending kids from online danger and creating safer digital company to remove the problem animal. A DCL is used for environments trapping of an animal and is an extreme measure that should be used when other options have run out. If you require a World Health Organization - who.int DCL, call 403-297-6423. • Global standards for physical activity, sedentary screen time Learning to live with the bobcats and other wildlife is a and sleep in early childhood community effort. If you would like further information on how Coalitions Collaborating for Impact (CCI) consists of par- you can protect your community, please feel free to reach out to ents, community members, organizations and profession- my office at [email protected] for the full Alberta als who are all working together to better the lives of young Environment presentation that was made at the information children and their families. We work hard to support five session or go to https://www.alberta.ca/bobcats.aspx important developmental areas for children based on the Early Development Instrument. 12 FEBRUARY 2020 I Call 403-720-0762 for advertising opportunities News from the Compassion and Justice Friends of Nose Hill It is minus 30, you are 16, homeless, freezing, desperate. You are in a strange city, seven hours from the home you by Anne Burke fled, alone, cold, and scared. With no place to go, you feel helpless and have a decision to make. You grab the knife When the City’s plan for paved pathways in Nose Hill was you carry for protection, walk into the gas station and approved by City Council in July 2005, we understood, demand the cash from the register. during the public consultation, that user conflicts and My father was that young man. He was arrested that day and not released until after his 18th birthday. enforcement would remain issues in park management. Many people in our justice system face similar situations, Some park users fear too many signs will inhibit enjoy- often victims themselves, and pushed to do extreme ment of a prairie grassland natural environment park. things to survive. This is not an excuse; however, it is Dogs off leash in on-leash zones disturb native vegeta- imperative to look at the background narrative to break the tion and important wildlife habitat, such as foraging, recidivism often seen in our justice system. breeding, and nesting areas. Encounters between dogs As a manager of a youth shelter, I witnessed this numerous and wildlife can also mean injuries to wild animals, or times. Youth forced into crime because of circumstances their being put down for public safety, during denning beyond their control, desperate to survive, feed their addic- tion, or folding to the pressures of street life. We would see season. our youth bounce from shelter to Calgary Young Offender Centre back to the shelter or worse, return to the street. In a recent Nose Hill Update, the Ward 4 Councillor an- The Justice system needs to be firm; actions require nounced some new measures, including: consequences, but there has to be room for compassion. • Fences to stop cyclists from off-roading on the slopes Accountability for one’s actions can look different and to prevent damage; this is where the government can find opportunity for trans- • Updated entrance signs, additional garbage bins, and formational change. wooden posts, to promote adherence to the Respon- Investment in Drug Treatment Courts by the govern- sible Pet Owners Bylaw. ment is something worth noting. It is not a secret that there are constant pressures on our judicial system. We Nose Hill Park supports some of the last remaining na- understand the impact of addiction on individuals, families, tive fescue grasslands in Calgary. Foothills fescue grass- and communities. We know we need to approach this land is one of the most threatened ecosystems on the complex issue in a different way. That is why I am so excited about the additional investment of $20 million planet, and some of it is found on the slopes of Nose dollars, a doubling of the capacity for drug treatment court Hill. The majority of the top of Nose Hill is off-leash, but programs. all remaining coulees, slopes, and escarpments are on- The Drug Court initiative is a step towards progressive leash areas. Under the bylaw, owners/handlers who do change. This forward-thinking initiative, combined with not keep their dogs under control in these areas, and increased investment for addiction recovery, will have a who do not pick up and correctly dispose of waste, face positive impact on the individuals suffering from addiction, fines. their families and our communities.

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TRIWOOD I FEBRUARY 2020 1 3 COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Looking to make some new friends? Triwood Trilighters 50+ The ladies get together Thursdays at 1:30-4pm for coffee, tea, and games. Ladies Group Wanting to get out of the house? We meet every Monday and Wednesday 10-12:00 for some Tai Chi. For more Trilighters info please call 403-289-9082 or 403-282-0570 For Tai Chi info call 403-284-3848

14 FEBRUARY 2020 I Call 403-720-0762 for advertising opportunities Calgary Confederation Len Webber, MP 2020 10 St NW, T2M3M2 Foothills Files 403-220-0888 by Foothills Nordic Ski Club [email protected] Have you skied at Confederation Park Golf Course this winter? The trails have been in good condition Never Give Up and well maintained by our great volunteer team of I have been a long-time advocate of organ and tissue dona- snow farmers and groomers. If you go to the Foothills tion in Canada and was instrumental in creating the organ Nordic website under the Confed Park tab, you will donor registry in Alberta a few years ago. However, 4,600 Canadians are awaiting a transplant and we need to do find the trail map and information on trail conditions. more to find those critical matches to save more lives. 2020 started off with a bang! January 3rd saw many In the last Parliament, I advocated for my Bill C-316 which families enjoying the skiing at Confederation Park. would allow Canadians to indicate their willingness to be- During one of Foothills Nordic’s Family Ski Days, kids come an organ and tissue donor through their annual tax of all ages, parents and siblings got together to ski, return. The Bill passed the House of Commons unanimous- play games, and enjoy the outdoors. Later on in the ly at every stage but failed to pass the Senate before the month, the kids enjoyed a terrain park activity, also 2019 election was called. at Confederation Park. At the terrain park, our team Just as an organ donation gives someone a second chance of groomers created a fun course in the driving range at life, my Bill got a second chance recently. My name was that involved a bunch of bumps and jumps and ob- drawn first in the Private Members’ Business ‘lottery’ and so stacles that challenged and entertained the kids. I will have the opportunity to re-introduce this Bill in Febru- There was hot chocolate and cookies for the partici- ary for debate in March. pants to enjoy as well. The Bill proposes a very simple, very effective method to in- Ski programming for all ages have been running crease the size of the organ donor base in Canada. By add- since December. Our youngest skiers, kids 4 to 5 ing a line to the annual tax forms, Canadians could signal their intent to become an organ and tissue donor and have years of age called Bunnies, started at the beginning this information passed to their provincial government for of January. They have been doing a variety of games addition to the existing organ donor registries. and activities with the focus on having FUN while starting to develop their cross-country ski skills. The provinces will still maintain their own lists and the Kids between the ages of 6 and 10 participating in federal government will just be supplying them with data the Jackrabbits program have been improving their for that purpose. The annual tax form is a legally-binding cross-country skills while developing agility, balance, document and would allow for lists to remain current and relevant. coordination and speed. Our Jackrabbits athletes de- velop through a progressive skills program followed Currently, the only proactive approach used by govern- by the Nordiq Canada Jackrabbit model which em- ments is to ask for donors via the driver’s licence or health phasizes FUN and PARTICIPATION. Older children can card registration process. The number of people getting engage in a variety of classes from learn2ski, teen ski drivers’ licences is dropping every year. and competitive programming. The voluntary online method of registering is neither proactive nor fully effective. Those who move from one Did you know Confederation Park Golf Course ski province to another do not update their information, espe- trails are run by volunteers? If you would like to help cially young people who are prime donors. The tax form ap- out, see the Volunteer under the Confed Park tab on proach overcomes these common problems and expands the Foothills website. There is a link to sign up for 1- to the potential donors reached. 1.5-hour shifts of snow farming. It’s a lot of fun and a Sadly, when someone dies, the tax department is often one great way to connect with the ski community! of the first government agencies to be notified. This too will Whether you’re a skier or a volunteer, come out and help update provincial registries and keep them current. join us – we make winter FUN!! This makes for a more effective and responsive donation system.

TRIWOOD I FEBRUARY 2020 1 5 LOST CAT Seetie is a 12-year-old grey and white neutered and licensed male tabby cat who was frightened from our yard on Chippendale. He has a white chest, front legs and tummy, a white band over each side, otherwise grey. If you have seen him, please contact Joan C. at [email protected].

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TRIWOOD I FEBRUARY 2020 1 7 YOUR CITY OF CALGARY 10 Tips to Recycle Right in 2020

Create new recycling habits for the 6. Bag your bags. Make it easier new year – this is one resolution to bag your bags by setting up you’ll want to keep! a spot in your home to collect them together. Hang a bag off 1. Bookmark the What Goes Where a hook inside a cabinet or clip a search tool on your computer/ bag off the side of your indoor smartphone. Visit calgary.ca/ recycling bin. Fill the bag up with whatgoeswhere to find out what all your stretchy bags as you get to recycle, compost or dispose of. them. Once the bag is full, tied 2. Know what not to put in your closed and then put in your blue Blue Cart. Batteries, loose plastic bin. Restart again with a new bag bags, clothing, food and liquid, and fill up. garden hoses, electrical cords, Sty- 7. Prepare your recyclables the rofoam, needles and yard waste do right way not belong in the recycling. a) Bundle your stretchy bags and 3. Group your bins together. Make wrap together into a single it easy for anyone in your house bag and securely tie closed. to recycle – just as easy as it is to b) Bag your shredded paper. throw something away. Put your c) Put the rest of your recycling inside recycling bin next to your loose into your blue cart. garbage can. For extra credit, add Make sure your recyclables are extra recycling and composting not packed in too tightly or bins in your kitchens, bathrooms, they will not fall out of the cart 10. Reduce, reuse, and rethink. and laundry room. Most of your during pickup. When it comes to sustainability, home’s recyclables and composta- 8. Download the Garbage Day reducing, reusing, and rethinking bles come from these three rooms. App. Never miss a collection day helps make an even bigger impact 4. Empty, clean and dry. Before you by downloading the Garbage Day for the environment. Find ways to toss your empty containers, cans, app onto your phone. View your change your daily consumption of jars, bottles, and cartons, make schedule on-the-go and set no- materials with these easy tricks: sure you rinse out liquids, food tifications to remind you of your • Reduce by saying no to single-use residue and such – then put these blue, black and green cart collec- items like straws, plastic grocery containers in your blue bin. tion days. bags and disposable coffee cups. 5. Keep electronics and batteries 9. Beyond the blue bin. Some items • Reuse by never leaving your house out of the recycling cart. While can’t be recycled or disposed of in without your reusables like your wa- these should be recycled, batteries any of the bins. This includes scrap ter bottle, coffee cup, canvas shop- and electronics do not belong in metal, household chemicals and ping bag and cutlery set (e.g. fork, your curbside recycling bin. These paint, used motor oil and cloth- spoon, chopsticks, straw). items can start fires at recycling fa- ing and textiles. The City offers • Rethink by buying items in eas- cilities and in the garbage trucks. drop-off programs for many of ily recyclable packaging like paper Visit calgary.ca/whatgoeswhere these items. Visit calgary.ca/what- and cardboard or choosing better to know where to safely recycle or goeswhere to learn where to safely options like using Tupperware con- dispose of electronics and batter- recycle or dispose of these items. tainers instead of plastic wrap. ies.

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BRENTWOOD - BROCKINGTON ROAD BRENTWOOD - BRENNER CRESCENT Well built bungalow, over 1,365 sq.ft. Total of 4 bedrooms. 1.5 Bi-Level with over 1,200 sq.ft. 4 bedrooms. 3 full bathrooms. bathrooms. Located on a quiet street of Brentwood. Fully developed Upgrades furnace, bathrooms, window. Close to all amenities. basement. Close to all amenities. Asking $549,900 mls# C4274597 Asking $459,900 mls# C4264066

104, 4500 - 39 STREET NW (VARSITY) 1116 CENTRE STREET NW (CRESCENT HEIGHTS) Immaculate condition end unit, rare find two storey townhouse over FOR LEASE—Minutes away from the Downtown core, 4,000 sq.ft 980 sq.ft. 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms. Freshly painted throughout. Rentable. Two parking stalls, 9 private rooms. Electrical panel & Walking distance to U of C, schools, Brentwood LRT Station and the roof replaced in 2013. Net rent: $18 sq.ft. per annum. OP cost: shopping. $312,800 mls# C4271036 $4.5 per sq.ft per annum mls# C4269697

82 ROCKYSPRING CIRCLE NW (ROCKY RIDGE) 1009, 108-3 AVENUE SW (CHINATOWN) Two storey home with over 2,375 sq.ft. Total of 4 bedrooms. 3 Excellent studio apartment in China Town-Five Harvest Plaza. bathrooms. Backing onto the ravine. Fully developed walkout Close to Bow River, walking & bike path, Prince’s Island Park and basement. Close to shopping & public transit. Double attached more. Good for investment and the tenant is willing to stay. garage. Asking $539,800 mls# C4280617 $98,800 mls# C4280219

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