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water and shelter to decrease fear, anxiety and stress. For dogs early training classes, hiding treats around the house, long walks to expel excess energy, and time playing with other dogs. Give your dog “alone time” early on so they know how to be alone. Cats benefit from training (yes, it is possible), hiding treats, food and puzzle toys, climbing towers, and bird feeders outside windows or a fish tank to watch.

Interaction between pets and young children should always be supervised. Children should never interrupt a pet that is eating or be allowed to take away bones or toys. Pulling ears, jumping on sleeping pets, put- Who Wants to Go for a Guided Hike ting their faces right up to the pet’s face, and shouting near pets should be discouraged. in the Elbow River? Many dogs become very resilient to the ac- tions of young children but puppies, ado- Have you ever seen people walking in the river who ervoir. We are inviting residents of the communities up- lescent dogs, and older dogs with muscle aren’t fishing? Have you wondered what they were do- stream of the Glenmore Dam to participate in this event and joint pain could react badly leading to ing? They were most likely doing a redd count, which is on the Upper Elbow, which is very much like a guided a tragic outcome. Always assume a strange a visual survey of fish spawning nests, otherwise known hike in the river. This event is a citizen science project, dog or cat does not like children until the as “redds”. These types of counts provide one indicator during which volunteers from their teens to retirees can, owners indicate otherwise. of the health of the river, because trout spawning de- under the guidance of expert biologists, work with oth- clines when the river water is of poor quality with too ers to count and locate the Brown Trout spawning beds Your Pet’s Signs of anxiety, fear, and stress include much silt (also known as suspended solids), or when the and to network with experts and scientists in biology, wa- trembling, panting, pacing, hiding, inap- water doesn’t have enough oxygen. These counts also tershed planning, and other disciplines. It’s also an amaz- propriate urination or defecation, vocalizing, allow for the analysis of other impacts on fish habitat, ing way to see the Elbow River landscape from a vantage Behavioural destructive behavior, anorexia, and aggres- such as the effects of the 2013 flood, which resulted in point most people don’t get the chance to experience. sion. Treatment for behavior issues include a dramatic decrease in Brown Trout redds in the Elbow pheromone products to alleviate stress, River although redd numbers are slowly on the rise back Because Brown Trout spawn in the late fall, when the water (Mental) Health! supplements such as milk caseins, and medi- temperature is cold enough, we always do these counts on to “normal” levels. The locations of preferred spawning by Jennifer L. Scott, D.V.M. www.sundanceanimalhospital.com cations to diminish anxiety to allow the pets sites in the river are also used to inform urban planning a day in November. In past years the weather has ranged behavior to be modified until they can han- and development decisions, so as to avoid, where pos- from a balmy 18 degrees to a cool 1 or 2 degrees, but we When you have a pet, you take it to the veterinarian for annual physi- dle the situations better. Medications can be sible, installing bridges or storm water outlets for exam- do tend to reschedule if the weather is extremely cold or cal examinations, vaccinations, and to treat any physical illness or situational or long term. Training is critical ple, in locations that are ideal spawning habitat for trout visibility is extremely reduced due to fog or a blizzard. If injury the pet may suffer. But what about your pet’s behavior? We and should never include punishment which and other fish in our rivers. you want to participate in this never before offered oppor- might compare your pet’s mental health to the growing awareness only escalates anxiety and stress. Always ask tunity, we can provide chest waders and training, you just of mental health issues in people. Most veterinarians are prepared to for any behaviorist or animal trainers’ cre- Our organization, Calgary River Valleys, is a small non- need to contact us via email at CalgaryRiverValleys2@out- treat your pet’s mental or behavioral health or refer you to specialists dentials and get references. Unfortunately, profit group that has organized the Brown Trout Redd look.com or by phone at 403-268-4632. We can provide in this area if you describe the problem. there is little control over who can advertise Count in the Elbow River for 21 years between the Glen- you with more details regarding the exact date, times, and Behavior issues is the number one reason pets are relinquished to services as an expert in animal behavior. more Dam and confluence with the Bow River. This year other information. Spaces are limited, so don’t delay! shelters and anxiety can shorten a pet’s life span. Early socialization Start with your veterinarian and ask if they will be the 22nd year, but we are excited to announce it can help with problems that evolve or who For more information see www.calgaryrivervalleys.org is critical to pets in dogs from 3 to 14 weeks of age and in cats from 2 will also be the first year we are going to include this type they recommend helping you raise the per- and YouTube at https://tinyurl.com/y76nytuf. to 9 weeks of age. Provide environmental enrichment beyond food, of count on the Upper Elbow, above the Glenmore Res- fect happy content furry family member.

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Dick McDougall, WSET 3, Fine Vintage Certified is a high school calculus teacher and a self-employed sommelier in Calgary. Holidays Ahead: The Tasting Experience Battalion Numbers, I’ll never forget my first class in a 2011 Wine Appreciation course. Our instructor poured the wine, asked us to swirl it in the glass, poke our noses in deep, slurp and roll it around in 3020 Signal Hill Dr. S.W., Signal Hill our mouths. He asked us, “What do you get?” Before I could blurt out, “grapes” another Article and photos provided courtesy of Discover Historic Calgary resources via calgary.ca. student offered, “Notes of quince, tarragon, elderflower and a hint of fiberglass.” Intimi- dating, to say the least. The Battalion Numbers symbolize Calgary’s role as home trained at Sarcee Camp left its mark by fashioning a to the second largest military training centre in Canada large stone figure of its regimental badge in the avenue The number of receptors on your tongue could be anywhere from 11 - 1100/in2. during the First World War. In 1905 Calgary became the that marked its section of the camp. In a more unique Their location will vary too. You may have more at the tip in the sweet zone or on headquarters for Military District No.13. Summer train- local expression of this custom, some battalions also the sides where sour is boss or at the bitter back. Perhaps you’re bankrupt. Does ing camps for Alberta’s militia cavalry were first held on laid out their unit numbers in massive stone formations that mean it’s over for you? Not at all. Colonel Walker’s estate in the Inglewood district, and along the ridges north and west of the camp before After 31 years as a calculus teacher, I’ve come to believe anyone can learn cal- moved in 1911 to a southwest Calgary site known as they embarked for service overseas. The outlines were culus, but some need it broken into small steps while others get it right away. Reservoir Park. Shortly after the First World War began first plotted out by military engineers, then filled in by Not fair but true. Practicing is where the fun comes in and how passion de- in 1914, the Canadian militia leased a nearby parcel of fatigue parties who gathered thousands of fieldstones velops. So it is with wine tasting. land from the Tsuu T’ina Nation and established a larger from the surrounding area and laboriously placed them site called Sarcee Camp. This tented city, complete with into the hillside. Some two-dozen whitewashed figures We begin with fruit and flowers, the primary elements. Focus on fruit as you begin. wooden administrative buildings and electric, water covered the hills around Sarcee Camp by 1916, when Citrus, stone, tropical, red or black? Unripe or ripe? Dried, cooked or baked? Is there and streetcar service, was Alberta’s only training camp recruitment for numbered overseas battalions ceased, a floral element? Move to the secondary elements which come from winemaking. during the war. along with the practice of building rock signs. Is the texture buttery or creamy? Does it bring to mind toast or bread? Do you taste cedar, vanilla or coconut? Finally, consider tertiary elements that come from ageing. Do The Battalion Numbers have event value due to their as- The construction of large scale, non-Aboriginal geo- you detect baking spice, chocolate, caramel, coffee or cocoa? Is it earthy or funky? sociation with World War I, which had a profound social glyph formations is rare, and these are the only stone and cultural impact on Calgary, and they have activity monuments of their type known to remain in Alberta. My advice is to start with fruit and experiment. If you’re there exploring for a few years, value associated with the training of more than 45,000 The numbers are unique in that they commemorate who cares? You’ll gain experience so when asked your opinion you can confidently have your Canadian Expeditionary Force personnel at Sarcee the very men who carried out their design and con- say. After all, if a grey-haired, bowtie-wearing crazy Calculus teacher can figure it out, so can you! Camp. The first units arrived from across Alberta in May struction. Over the past century various military and 1915, including the 51st Infantry Battalion, recruited in paramilitary organizations in Calgary, including local Edmonton. Among other units commemorated in Bat- garrisons, veterans of the 137th Battalion, and members talion Park, the 113th (Lethbridge Highlanders) Infan- of the Royal Canadian Legion have continued the tradi- try Battalion, the 137th Infantry Battalion (recruited in tion of whitewashing or painting the numbers as an act Calgary) and the 151st (Central Alberta) Battalion all of remembrance. The commemorative function of the completed training during the camp’s second season in numbers was formalized in 1991 with the development 1916. When deployed overseas, all four units were bro- of Battalion Park. ken up as replacements for others on the battlefield. The monuments gave their name to the surrounding The numerals have construction value as an example area, which was known as Cairn Hill until renamed Sig- of the British military custom of creating rock art to nal Hill in 1982. Despite extensive residential and com- commemorate regimental units. As a form of spirited mercial growth since that time, the numbers continue competition and a conditioning exercise, each unit that to inform the character of the area.

12 NOVEMBER 2018 I Call 403-720-0762 for advertising opportunities Q U A R R Y PA R K • R IVERBEND I NOVEMBER 2018 1 3 MLA Calgary-Hays MLA Calgary - Acadia Ric McIver Brandy Payne Councillor, Ward 12 Interim Leader of PC Caucus 255, 11488 #10, 8318 Fairmount Drive SE Shane Keating 24 Street SE, Calgary AB T2Z 4C9 Calgary, AB, Canada T2H 0Y8 403-268-1698 CUSTOMER SATISFACTION GUARANTEED 403-215-4380 403-215-4383 403-640-1363 403-592-8171 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.calgary.ca/ward12 Free Estimates 403.256.9282 abpcmla.ca/blog-ric-mciver-mla-calgary-hays The Legislature is now back in session for the last time in 2018, November is upon us, and it already feels like winter is here. www.jacksonandjacksonlandscaping.ca I hope everyone is having a wonderful autumn! As a favour to which means that I am working hard to bring the suggestions Cold weather aside, City Hall remains a busy place this au- a Calgary Hays constituent, I am reminding dog owners (I love my office heard at the doors over the last few months to -Ed tumn. A number of the biggest items on the Council agen- dogs!) to please pick up what your best friend leaves “behind.” monton. What with the enumeration for the next Provincial da will reach a resolution this month. Here are a few things WE SPECIALIZE IN ALL FORMS OF Thank you. CONSTRUCTION & LANDSCAPE Election, this also means you have had a lot of people on your to look forward to this month: Trans Mountain Pipeline doorstep recently. It is critical that all Albertans are a part of INCLUDING SMALLER IN-HOME PROJECTS My United Conservative colleagues and I will continue to the civic process at both levels—registering to vote and vot- One Calgary Budget push our government to stop acting like a doormat for Justin ing in elections is only half the battle—the other half comes In late November Council will deliberate the 2019-2022 Bathroom & Basement Remodeling Trudeau on Trans Mountain. Surrendering on the carbon tax between elections, when you let your MLA know which budget. Over the last number of months there have been numerous events for Calgarians to participate in this dis- Custom Decks & Fences and refusing to criticize Ottawa has us falling further and fur- pieces of their work you support, and which pieces need a bit ther behind on the construction of the pipeline. more thought. I want to thank all of you for the information cussion. Council has also had an opportunity to establish you have been willing to share with me and my staff. Unless a set of priorities and provide feedback to Administration Affordable Custom Landscape Plans This is important because www.BOEreport.com on Oct 4, 2018 we know what you want to see, we can’t make the changes ahead of the budget discussion. Throughout the delibera- has WTI Crude at 74.66 /bbl, Brent Crude at 84.58 /bbl, and CDN Stamped & Exposed Concrete we need to broaden our economy and build resiliency into tions the public will have an opportunity to address Coun- Heavy Crude at 33.45 /bbl. Folks, we are getting less than half of our neighbourhoods. cil and speak to what they feel is important. You can keep Retaining Walls the world price on our biggest export product—which means up to date on the entire budget process at www.calgary. billions of dollars earned in Alberta are not paid to Alberta. The One of the pieces of resiliency I am most proud of is the ex- ca/OneCalgary. pipeline will get us on the world market where those billions pansion of the school lunch program. This fall, Alberta was BEFORE & AFTER RENOVATION PROJECTS will create thousands of mortgage-paying jobs and the royal- able to substantially increase the number of students who MAX Rapid Service Launch ties will help build schools, hospitals, and roads while helping were being fed—ensuring they are able to fully participate MAX is a new rapid transit service that will provide more to pay back our debt. in their part of the civic process, which is to learn as much as direct and efficient connections for customers. The new possible to become strong partners in our economic future. service will start on November 19, 2018. The first routes to Minimum Wage Hike We heard from teachers around the province that decreasing go live will be MAX Purple (17th Avenue SE), MAX Orange The NDP raised the minimum wage on October 1, totaling an class size was helpful, but only if the students were able to increase of a whopping 47 per cent over the last three years. (North Crosstown), and MAX Teal (South Crosstown). concentrate on the material. Just like the rest of Alberta, our These rapid changes have contributed to a loss 13,300 jobs MAX Teal will provide significant benefits to Ward 12 resi- students need fuel to keep them going, and I am proud to say BEFORE AFTER across Alberta in the accommodation and food services indus- dents. The service will run from Douglasglen to Westbrook that they now have it. tries alone. Young people hoping to join the labour market will Mall with connections to Heritage LRT Station, Rockyview continue to experience great difficulty as the province’s youth I will always encourage you to reach out, and now we have Hospital, and Mount Royal University. unemployment rate surpasses 12 per cent. Simply put, these a new tool! We have heard from the community that many minimum wage hikes are bad for business in Alberta and hurt of you want to receive more regular updates in between A number of local routes have been adjusted with the many of the workers getting a raise but now with fewer hours this newsletter—please send an email to Calgary.acadia@ launch of the new service. You can find more details on the and in some cases losing their jobs altogether. The inflation assembly.ab.ca to receive these going forward, or call us at route changes and the MAX service at www.calgarytransit. caused by the minimum wage increase will nullify much of the the office at 403-640-1363. com/routechanges. BEFORE AFTER increase take home pay for those on the minimum wage. Scrolls Birthday Scrolls are available to constituents celebrating their 65+ birthday, in five-year intervals. Anniversary scrolls are available to constituents celebrating their 25+ Anniversary, in five- year intervals. Keeping in Contact The most common breed of pet hamsters are Syrian hamsters and their Please continue to stay in touch with me on issues that affect natural habitat is in northern Syria and southern Turkey. Loss of habitat BEFORE AFTER you and your family. As your MLA, I am your voice in the Alberta due to agriculture has led to wild Syrians being classified as vulnerable. Legislature and I am here to help you. 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