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ALBERTA
RECREATION FACILITY PERSONNEL
“ Your Leader In Recreation Training”
Official Voice for the Alberta Association of Recreation Facility Personnel
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE.........................................................................3
Skip Hayden 3rd Annual Memorial Golf Tournament ....................15
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S REPORT ..........................................................4
2013 AARFP Conference and Trade Show ......................................16
Lifetime Membership Award - Don Dombrosky..................................5
2014 Course Proposal .....................................................................25
Riparian Areas ......................................................................................6
2013 RFP COURSE SCHEDULE..........................................................26
6th Annual Education Symposium 2013..............................................9
2013 RFP SYMPOSIUM – RED DEER ................................................27
Effective Communication in a Culturally Diverse Workplace ...........10
2013 RFP COURSE REGISTRATION...................................................27
Giving Back - Pat Zelenak...................................................................11
June Larson, Recreation, Parks & Culture is Retiring ....................28
BLAST FROM THE PAST .......................................................................13
2013 RFP BOARD OF DIRECTORS.....................................................30
S U M M E R I SS U E • J U N E 2 0 1 3
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PRESIDENT’S
AARON SINGH
MESSAGE
Now that all the snow has melted, we get to enjoy our spring and
summer. I am sure there are few who appreciate the warmer
months as much as we do.
Our 36th Annual Conference and Tradeshow
wrapped up a few weeks ago in Canmore,
and I have heard some amazing feedback
about the education sessions and the
activities that took place. The presenters and
speakers that were brought in did a great job
of teaching us and inspiring us. Also, that
fresh layer of spring snow made for some
beautiful views. Hosting a conference is a lot
of work and the organizing committee did a
great job in putting it together. We truly
appreciate the work that is put in to enhance
our experiences. Please check back to our
website, www.aarfp.com, as information
regarding next year's conference in Jasper
gets posted.
After our conference, I got the opportunity to attend the
Recreation Facilities Association of British Columbia conference
with our Executive Director Kim Snell. They put on a very good
event, and it is great to meet the members of their association.
This is a valuable part of our relationship, as
they attend our conference and we attend
theirs. These events allow us to continue
Hosting a conference is
supporting each other and working together.
a lot of work and the
There has always been a great relationship
amongst the western associations that
organizing committee
benefits everyone. We all have similar
goals of ensuring our members are equipped
did a great job in putting
to do their careers to the best of their
it together. We truly
abilities, thereby enhancing their
communities and contributing to the overall
appreciate the work that
wellness. We can each learn from each
is put in to enhance our
other and continue to grow.
”
experiences.
At the AGM and the Zone Meetings, it was nice to see the great
attendance and the number of elections that took place. I am
excited to see the numbers of members interested in getting
more involved in our association. I hope that those who were
not successful this time consider running again in the future.
P U B L I S H I N G
Leisure Lines is the official newsletter of the
Alberta Association of Recreation Facility
Personnel, published four times per year. To
contribute articles, contact the Editor,
Kim Snell,
P.O. Box 100,
Cochrane, Alberta T4C 1A4
Phone: (403) 851-7626
Fax: (403) 851-9181
MISSION STATEMENT
Providing education, consulting and
advocacy for people involved in facility
operations and recreation.
I would like to end with a Thank You to
Sonia Dodd, Natalie Savaria and Amber
Fierz for the time you have volunteered on
our board. It has been a pleasure working with you and I hope to
work with you again in some way in the future. o
”
Have a Fun and Safe Summer with your family and friends,
Aaron Singh
I N F O R M A T I O N
GOALS
The following goals support the Mission, Vision, Values and Code of Ethics of the Association:
A.
Provide diverse, quality educational opportunities related to facility operations and recreation.
B.
Foster communication between members, agencies and individuals.
C.
Advocate for the membership.
D.
Market and promote products, services and opportunities.
E.
Encourage and facilitate fellowship.
F.
Provide good Governance
G.
Identify Provincial and National Policy linkages and related outcomes relevant to AARFP
We gratefully acknowledge the financial assistance
from the lottery funds distributed by the Alberta
Sport, Recreation, Parks and Wildlife Foundation.
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SUMMER ISSUE • JUNE 2013
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S
KIM SNELL
MESSAGE
Spring time always means another successful RFP
various PD opportunities for Instructors to ensure we
conference. Thank you to the Conference committee and
continue to provide excellent delivery of programs and
the volunteers that help make the 2013 Annual conference
services.
such a great event! It was great to see so
many members able to attend and we
Some of you were recently involved
look forward to seeing you all, and
in focus group meetings facilitated by
hopefully some that couldn't make it this
NEST Communications and some of
Your feedback is valued
year, in Jasper in 2014.
you participated in a survey which
and important and
will help us strategically focus on
Although this year is passing quickly, we
your needs as members. Your
without it, it is difficult
have been able to start and in some cases
feedback is valued and important and
to
ensure
we
are
complete some of our Business
without it, it is difficult to ensure we
Initiatives. Education is a high ranking
are provided significant value for
provided significant
priority this year and we have been
your membership. I would encourage
putting significant efforts and funds into
all of you to continue to provide
value for your
updating education materials, not only to
feedback via future surveys, through
membership.
ensure they are current, but to ensure a
course evaluations or by simply
quality product. We are also focusing on
calling or emailing the office at
any time!
”
”
As we move into summer, registrations are picking up for
our annual Education Symposium being held in Red Deer,
Aug 12 to 16th. This is a great opportunity to complete a
couple of courses in one week and provides another
opportunity for great networking! This year we are
working on centralizing the symposium as much as
possible, including securing a discounted rate for
accommodations. We are still in the process of finalizing
details so be sure to check the website regularly or call the
office for further details in July.
The 3rd Annual Skip Hayden Memorial Golf
Tournament is scheduled for Sept 6th in Olds. You do not
have to be a member to participate and you don't have to
be a golfer. You can sign up as a team or sign up yourself
and we will put you on a team. The past 2 years have been
fantastic with great weather, great prizes and an abundance
of laughs and good times! Check the website for
registration and sponsorship forms. I hope to see you all
there!
I hope you all have a fantastic summer and I hope you all
get a chance to enjoy the outdoors, partake in some
recreation, and enjoy time with family and friends! o
Kim Snell
Executive Director
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Lifetime Membership Award
Don Dombrosky
Thank you all for your warm appreciation when I was
awarded the Association Life Membership Award. Receiving
this honor is not something I have thought about receiving
through my involvement in the Association. I've been a part
of the organization since the beginning and I have tried to
contribute to its success and growth. Along the way I have
met many people and established some great relationships.
Your response when my name was announced at the banquet
was humbling and overwhelming. At that moment I know I
was in a room with people who were more than Association
members, I was in a room with friends.
Thank you once again, have a great summer, and I'll see you
all in Jasper. o
Don Dombrosky
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Riparian Areas
Do you have a wetland, pond, creek or storm water
retention areas in your park or Town limits? Are they manmade or natural? Did you know that part of parks
maintenance can include these areas?
One of the most important areas associated with these
types of water features is the riparian area. Riparian areas
are strips of green vegetation influenced by water and
found around creeks, sloughs, rivers, ponds and lakes that
begin with fine wet soil development1. You may also know
them as floodplains, shorelines, or green zones.
The functions of riparian areas are endless and if protected
and maintained properly, can add value in many different
ways to your parks and natural areas including increased
aesthetic value, biodiversity and water quality.
Depending on the region and ecosystem, riparian zones
can consist of grasses, sedges, shrubs, woody plants, and
trees. These zones share important functions and benefits
when riparian zones are kept healthy. Some of these
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Riparian Areas . . .
Fish and wildlife habitat
Migratory bird habitat
Breeding and nesting sites
Wildlife dispersal corridor
Area of increased species diversity
Food source for terrestrial and aquatic organisms
Bank stabilization and erosion control
Traps excessive sediments from runoff
Helps regulate river temperature
Stores and slowly releases floodwater
Recreational and ecotourism opportunities
start you off. With some help from a technical expert, any
riparian area can be managed based on the municipality's
goals and objectives.
Establish and Protect a Riparian Buffer:
So is your riparian area healthy? Consider doing a riparian
health assessment on your own! Cows and Fish, a nonprofit society, is a great resource to help you with the
assessment of your riparian areas and provides forms and
guidelines3.
Now that you have an idea on the health of your riparian
areas, what can be done to manage and maintain them?
The following are just a few best management practices4 to
Buffer zones will vary in width depending on the region,
watershed, and identified objectives. Designs or restoration
plans should also consider erosion potential of the soil,
native plants suitable for wildlife and fish, and identify
permitted or prohibited activities within the buffer zone.
This could be as simple as mowing further from the
water body.
Designate Paths and Access Points:
Have a stocked pond? No problem. Designated access
points are a great way to minimize disturbance. Trails
can also utilize riparian and floodplain areas in high flood
risk areas creating a recreational benefit in protected
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Riparian Areas . . .
riparian areas. Trails can be made of a variety of materials
depending on the region, intended usage, and desired
amount of maintenance.
Protection or Revegetation of Native Species:
the special functions of riparian areas. Send parks staff on
courses and workshops about wetlands and riparian
function. Start thinking outside the box and utilize
natural and manmade water features as focal points in
parks development and maintenance. The opportunities
are endless.
Protection or restoration of native species can be
implemented through many BMPs depending on the site
and objective. Technical experts can help select species
best suited to the area and objective.
Need some help or advice? Consider contacting your local
watershed group, local AESRD office, or Cows and Fish,
just to name a few.
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Removal of Invasive Plant Species:
Contributed by: M. Veitch, P. Biol.
Restore or improve the ecological balance in habitats
negatively affected by nonindigenous, invasive, or
problem species. The Alberta Invasive Species Council4
and your local Agriculture Fieldman are great places to
start with the identification of these species.
Website sources:
1
http://srd.alberta.ca/LandsForests/GrazingRangeManage
ment/RiparianAreas.aspx
2,4
http://watershedbmps.com/?page_id=82
3
http://www.cowsandfish.org/riparian/riparian.html
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REGISTER TODAY!!!
6th Annual Education Symposium 2013
Red Deer – August 12-16
The 2012 Symposium was a great success and the 2013
Symposium will be even better! More communities are
catching on to the great opportunity to get their staff
trained in one week at one location! The Symposium is
intended to deliver a number of courses in a cost effective
manner, and is also intended to help those who are
working towards achieving certification along with their
Western Certification.
All AARFP courses are designed to encourage facility
operators and professionals to develop and enhance their
skills and abilities in areas that will benefit themselves,
their employer, their career, and the facility in which they
operate.
This year's Symposium format offers 10 courses in the
span of one week. Last year, there were over 70 people in
total that attended the 2012 Symposium, and we expect a
bigger turn out this year!
Don't miss out on this year's AARFP Symposium! The
location will once again be Red Deer. The dates and
courses are below!
Courses & Dates:
Aug 12:
Lifecycle & Risk Management
Aug 12-13:
Arena Operator Level 1
Certified Swimming Pool Operator Level 1
Aug 13-14:
Building Maintenance Operator Level 1
Aug 14:
Custodial
Parks & Sportsfield Operator Level 1
Aug 15:
Developing a Policy & Procedure Manual
Aug 15-16:
Parks & Sportsfield Operator Level 2
Building Maintenance Operator 2
Aug 16:
Ball Diamond Construction
Check the website in July for info on course locations,
accommodations and other activities related to
symposium. o
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Effective communication in a
culturally diverse workplace
At its core, cultural diversity is about accepting and
respecting people's differences and understanding that
everyone is unique. The same can be said for communication.
To do it well, you need to understand your audience and craft
your message in a way that will make the most sense to them.
When that audience is culturally diverse, the challenge is to
understand their differences and be sensitive to how your
message will be received.
Four ways to communicate better in today's
diverse workplace
1. Use clear language. When you are communicating with a
culturally diverse audience, keep your language clear,
concise and straightforward. Avoid jargon, slang terms,
euphemisms and colloquial expressions. For example,
you could say: That sales report was fantastic! Instead of:
That sales report was a slam dunk!
2. Understand differences in body language. You may be
surprised to learn that different cultures have very
different practices when it comes to non-verbal forms of
communication. For instance, in most countries, people
do not greet each other by shaking hands, and some
cultures find it disrespectful to engage in direct eye
contact. Additionally, some cultures have different
comfort levels when it comes to personal space and
touching. When in doubt, leave at least one arm's
length between you and your colleagues, and keep your
hands to yourself.
3. Practice reflective listening or paraphrasing. When in
conversation, paraphrasing or repeating the message back
is a good habit to get into. This will help clarify meaning
and eliminate issues that may surface as a result of
misunderstanding. The same is true of written
communication – paraphrase to clarify any doubts you
may have.
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GIVING BACK
start the Castle Downs destination playground project, I
Pat Zelenak of PlayWorks Inc. has designed playgrounds,
asked my committee if we should look into donating the
water parks, skate parks and park furnishings sites for over
old equipment. Shortly after I received a call from my
20 years. Throughout most of his life he has been
MLA, Thomas Lukaszuk, and after our meeting, I decided
involved in working as a volunteer or assisting other
to see what interest I would get if the
volunteers. While working in the
Castledowns Recreation Society headed
playground and recreation industry he
this as a second project. I became the
has always had a dream to give to a
Chairperson, once again, for this project
less fortunate country, by the way
The feeling of giving
and within a week there were 22 people
of donating and installing lightly
that sign up for this project. We all did
used and refurbished playground
was so huge that the
research on third world countries, and
equipment.
committee did it
who would best be suited for the use of
a playground. The agreement was made
I have been a volunteer in my
again in 2013. We
within the group that everyone involved
community of Castle Downs in
received equipment
would take care of their own travel
Edmonton for over 25 years.
expenses.
from the City of
I was appointed, as a volunteer, to be
After hours of researching and
Spruce Grove...
the Chairperson for the destination park
contacting the country of choice, the
in Castle Downs. They had an older
excitement grew. We refurbished
park that was already there, but it was
equipment and fundraised*. The first
very dated and no longer complied with
trip was to the Philippines. We sent out
CSA standards. I felt that some of the
the equipment by sea can, and then we followed a few
equipment that was pulled out could still be used … but no
months later. The project was a huge success.
one wanted to bother with it. When the time came to
”
”
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Giving Back . . .
The feeling of giving was so huge that the committee did it
again in 2013. We received equipment from the City of
Spruce Grove and we refurbished the playground
equipment, we also received some brand new equipment
that was donated by Kompan and Elephant Play. After two
years of fundraising* and communicating with our new
contacts …off to Hoi An, Vietnam we went. The
community was Cam' than. We arrived in Vietnam on
March 2, 2013 and we were met by the Chairperson of a
volunteer group that I had been working with for a year,
and the Mayor of the area. The large container that we
packed in Edmonton for Vietnam arrived on time and was
on the build site when we arrived. I have many years of
experience working with volunteers, and there was no time
wasted getting the equipment, tools, etc unpacked. Being
that we were in Vietnam and not in Edmonton, we did
experience some challenges. We didn't have some of the
resources that we usually had in Canada. It didn't slow us
down any … we dug 80 holes by hand, mixed concrete by
hand and did it all with love in our hearts. We worked
through rain the first 2 days and then very hot weather for
the last 2 days. We also had local community people come
out and assist with the installation of the playground. It is
my experience that this gives the community ownership
and a greater appreciation. We had some Vietnamese that
were very good at speaking English and they worked as
interpreters for us, so the communication was really great.
installation of the playground and moving sand, we found
a magazine rack of large machine gun bullets still intact.
The Vietnam officials were not too happy that this
happened, but we all knew that this was the reality that
they lived with daily.
The equipment installed was valued at $80,000, and the
group had it installed in 4 days. That was amazing. We
We had 238 cubic yards of sand to install and this was
done with shovels and wheel barrels. Everyone worked
together shoveling, moving sand and raking in order to
have the sand levels at the required depth. There were
times when the trucks were having difficulty keeping up.
We all worked really well as a team. When I started with
this project I knew that Vietnam may still have unfound
remnants of the war, so I made sure that the site was
excavated prior to our arrival. While we were doing the
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Giving Back . . .
had a fabulous grand opening of the playground. Present
at the grand opening celebration were approximately 250
children, their parents, and grandparents. Normally we
would have a ribbon cutting ceremony, but these vibrant
excited children simply could not wait for that to happen.
These young, smiling, laughing children were all over the
equipment. The children of Hoi An, Vietnam do not have
these sorts of play structures and they watched and waited
patiently everyday for the “Canadian Playground”, as they
called it, to be completed. It was interesting that with
some of the equipment, the children had to be shown how
to play on it.
The project was so successful that the Governor of
Vietnam made a special dinner invitation for myself,
Thomas Lukaszuk and our wives. Also in attendance was
Giang, or as we called her Jazz. She was absolutely
amazing to work with. Jazz has spent countless hours
volunteering in Vietnam on numerous projects. The
Government was very impressed with our work, but most
importantly we were able to assist in getting Giang
recognized with her Government.
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The Castle Downs Recreation Society International is a
group of people that reside in Castle Downs. We are not
affiliated with any Church organization, etc. We are
simply neighbours within our community that enjoy giving
back. Not only do we put in numerous hours within our
own communities, we also feel the need to reach out to the
less fortunate countries that don't have the luxuries that our
children do. We are all volunteers and do not do this for
any monetary or political gain.
If you would like to see more stories or pictures you can
go to CTV web site and click on Stacy Brotzel's link. She
travelled with us to document the build from start to finish
or you can visit
http://www.castledowns.ca/International.html
For further information you can also contact Pat Zelenak at
Playworks by email pat@playworks.ca. o
Sincerely
Pat Zelenak CCPI
PlayWorks Inc
Who is this familiar face?
This lady has been a
Conference Chair and a
Board Member who is still
very actively involved in the
Central Zone.
Answer on Page 26
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Effective communication in a culturally diverse workplace...
4. Be open and inclusive of other cultures. Although it is
natural to gravitate towards others who share our
preferences and traditions, getting to know your fellow
co-workers from culturally diverse backgrounds can help
build relations, and open up your world to new
experiences. Bear in mind that they may be new to this
country and have challenges of their own, as they try to
navigate a different language, customs and way of life.
Communicating effectively in a culturally diverse
environment requires tact and sensitivity – valuable life skills
to have. Find out more about communicating effectively in a
diverse workplace through your Employee and Family
Assistance Program (EFAP).
How culturally diverse is Canada?
Toronto is one of the most culturally diverse cities in
North America, along with New York and Los Angeles
According to Statistics Canada, 26% of Canada's
population will be foreign-born by 2031
English and French are the most commonly spoken
languages in Canada, followed by Chinese, Punjabi,
Spanish, Italian and Arabic
Looking for additional support? Your Employee and Family
Assistance Program (EFAP) can help. You can receive
support through a variety of resources. Call your EFAP at
1-800-387-4765 or visit workhealthlife.com.
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leading provider of integrated health and productivity
solutions that address the mental, physical and social health
issues affecting the workplace. This content is meant for
informational purposes and may not represent the views of
individual organizations. Please call your EFAP or consult
with a professional for further guidance.
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Skip Hayden 3rd Annual Memorial
Golf Tournament
SEPTEMBER 6TH, 2013
The purpose of this event is to honour and remember our good friend Skip. The best way to do that is to have
a good time! We had a very successful tournament last year, and this year, it will be bigger & better! Visit
www.aarfp.com for the Registration Form.
WHY REGISTER?
To network with people from Recreation
To reduce stress!
To win some great prizes
To try your luck at golf! All skill levels are welcome as it's a Texas Scramble Format.
WHEN IS IT?
September 6th, 2013
Shotgun start at 1:00pm. Be there early!
Dinner to follow at 6:00 pm
Fill out the
registration
form today at
WHERE IS IT?
Olds Central Highlands Golf Club
3 km east of Olds on Hwy 27
www.aarfp.com!
WHAT WILL IT COST?
$100.00 per person
This will include 18 rounds, golf cart, supper, & prizes!
WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?
Nothing!
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2013 AARFP Conference and Trade Show
Our 36th Annual Conference and Trade Show was
another successful event! The conference was
attended by close to 330 delegates from Alberta,
British Columbia, Saskatchewan, and the North
West Territories!. All delegates and exhibitors
really enjoyed their time to network with old and
new contacts while learning more about their
industry.
The Canmore mountain weather for the Fun Run & Walk was gorgeous, so participants were ecstatic.
A new addition this year was the Welcome BBQ,
and it was a blast! Delegates enjoyed a BBQ and a
beverage or two in front of the new Elevation Place
Recreation Centre in Canmore.
Conference Registration started on Sunday with
our first delegate registration being Kevin Gramm,
who also happened to be our free conference
winner!
ALBERTA
“ Your Leader In Recreation Training”
The Opening Keynote,
Martin Parnell, was a
great speaker that
engaged delegates
with the stories from
his journey.
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2013 AARFP Conference and Trade Show...
The delegates also enjoyed 3 days of amazing
sessions where they chose streams such as Arena,
Aquatics, Building Maintenance, Parks &
Sportsfield, Supervisory, Customer Service, and
Lifestyle and Health.
The Zone Meeting this year seen awesome
attendance, and involved some fun activities as
well as a chance to win an OGIO Golf Bag
donated by Western Gym and Recreational
Supplies Ltd.
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That same great turnout was seen for the AGM
which included a chance to win a park bench
donated by PlayWorks Inc. which was won by
Dominique MacDonald.
The AARFP Board would like to thank all the
delegates for taking the time to attend these two
very important meetings. There were elections
that took place, and the new Board of Directors is
listed at the end of Leisure Lines.
The Trade Show is always an event all on its own.
It sold out with over 60 booths, and was held at
the Canmore Recreation Centre. The exhibitor's
booths were highlighted throughout the evening
as names for gift cards were drawn every 15
minutes! Both delegates and exhibitors were able
to pass on some knowledge and business
opportunities. Thanks to all the Exhibitors for
coming to Canmore to connect with new and old
clients.
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This year's activities faced snow … once again.
Unfortunately, the helicopter tour wasn't able to
run, but the Wine taste, Hike to Grassi lakes, and
Caving came through.
PAGE 20
All the delegates enjoyed this nice break away from the classroom!
The Awards Banquet featured another awesome meal provided by the Radisson. This was an evening to acknowledge
many of the people in the recreation field for their hard work and dedication.
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PAGE 22
The entertainment that night was Roman Danylo, and
he managed to get the crowd laughing while teasing a
few of our delegates!
This very busy and successful conference was
wrapped up perfectly by our closing keynote speaker,
Alvin Law. He captivated the audience with his humor
and ability. Once he was finished, the conference
committee drew a name for the Grand Prize (Gift
certificate for a Helicopter ride, Canmore hotel stay
and meals). This was won by Colleen Fecteau from
Edmonton! o
THANKS TO
EVERYONE FOR
ATTENDING AND
MAKING THE 36th
ANNUAL
CONFERENCE AND
TRADESHOW SUCH A
SUCCESS!
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COURSE PROPOSAL 2014
If you are interested in hosting a RFP Course for the 2014 year, please fill out the form below and email it to kim@aarfp.com or
fax it to 403-851-9181. Requirements to host: a room large enough for 20 students, coffee/water for students, LCD Projector,
and Flipchart or Whiteboard. To see a list of our courses please visit the courses tab on our website at www.aarfp.com.
DEADLINE TO SUBMIT: September 1, 2013
Community/Facility:
Contact's Last Name:
Contact's First Name:
Contact's Email Address:
Contact's Phone Number:
Contact's address:
Street/Box:
City/Town:
Postal Code:
Course(s) you want to host:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Specific DATE for course:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Please Note: Courses will be placed strategically throughout the province & some have requirements to host a Level II. Dates
for All Arena II courses must be Tuesday-Friday. If you have any questions, please email kim@aarfp.com. We thank
everyone for their submission, but we cannot accommodate all requests. You will be contacted by November if you are chosen
to host. This form can also be printed from the website under the courses tab.
PAGE 25
RFP - COURSE SCHEDULE 2013
CERTIFIED SWIMMING POOL
OPERATOR LEVEL 1
Red Deer - Symposium 2013.......August 12-13
Edmonton ...................................September 3-4
Drumheller ..............................September 16-17
Lac La Biche................................October 10-11
ARENA MAINTENANCE
SUPERVISORY SKILLS
Edson (Olympia)...........................September 13
Blackfalds (Zamboni)....................September 20
Okotoks (Olympia)........................September 27
Red Deer - Kinsmen Arena (Olympia) October 18
Spruce Grove - TLC (Zamboni) ........November 1
Calgary........................................October 15-16
LIFECYCLE/RISK MANAGEMENT
Red Deer - Symposium 2013 ............August 12
Spruce Grove (TLC) ........................November 8
ADVANCED SWIMMING POOL
OPERATOR LEVEL 2
PARKS & SPORTSFIELDS
LEVEL 1
Edmonton .....................................August 27-30
Calgary .......................................September 3-6
Olds ........................................September 17-20
Edmonton....................................October 15-18
Drumheller...................................October 22-25
Edmonton ................................November 12-15
Red Deer...........................................October 17
PARKS & SPORTSFIELDS
LEVEL 2
ARENA OPERATOR - LEVEL 1
Strathmore........................................August 8-9
*Cochrane ...................................August 12-13
Beaumont .....................................August 19-20
Brooks..........................................August 28-29
Grimshaw ...................................September 5-6
DEVELOPING A POLICY &
PROCEDURE FACILITY MANUAL
CUSTODIAL
Edmonton .......................................November 8
BUILDING MAINTENANCE
LEVEL 1
Leduc....................................................July 4-5
Fairview.............................................July 10-11
Penhold...................................September 10-11
Brooks.....................................November 18-19
* Please note date changes.
If you are NOT a current member, you will
need to become one before you can
register for a course. Membership is
prorated. Everyone has to have a current
Membership to attend an RFP course.
ARENA OPERATOR - LEVEL 2
*Spruce Grove ...................................July 9-12
*Camrose ....................................August 27-30
Forestburg...............................September 23-26
Lac La Biche................................October 21-24
Strathmore...................................November 4-7
BUILDING MAINTENANCE
LEVEL 2
REGISTER
Leduc................................................July 15-16
Drumheller.......................................October 7-8
Penhold .........................................October 9-10
ONLINE
FCM (Federation of Canadian
Municipalities) information for
National Infrastructure Plan
http://www.fcm.ca/home/issues/infrastructure.htm
A Blast from the Past!
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Answer: Sandi Stewart
RFP SYMPOSIUM 2013 ~ Red Deer, Alberta
This Symposium is designed to
encourage facility operators and
professionals to develop and enhance
their skills and abilities in areas that
will benefit themselves, their
employer, their career, and the facility
in which they operate.
The Symposium is intended to deliver
a number of courses in a cost
effective manner and is also intended
to help those individuals that are
working towards achieving
certification in recreation along with
their Western Certification.
Course Schedule
Arena Operator I .......................................................................................................August 12-13
Certified Swimming Pool Operator I...........................................................................August 12-13
LifeCycle/Risk Management ...........................................................................................August 12
Building Maintenance I .............................................................................................August 13-14
Custodial .......................................................................................................................August 14
Park & Sportsfields Operator I .......................................................................................August 14
Parks & Sportsfields Operator 2 ................................................................................August 15-16
Building Maintenance 2.............................................................................................August 15-16
Developing a Policy & Procedure Manual........................................................................August 15
Ball Diamond Construction.............................................................................................August 16
Registration for any of these courses can be done online at our website, www.aarfp.com by clicking on the 'Courses'
tab. Please note that some courses may not run if there are not enough people registered in that particular course.
AARFP - COURSE REGISTRATION INFORMATION
CLASS SIZE:
Max. 20
COURSE START TIME:
8:30 a.m.
FINISH TIME:
5:00 p.m. on the last day
REGISTER
ONLINE
NOTE: ** Level II will be required to do some after class & evening work.
Arena Level 1 | Certified Swimming Pool Level 1 | Building Mtce. Level 1
Building Mtce. Level 2 | Parks & Sportsfield 2 | Supervisory Skills
$400.00 (includes $19.05 GST)
Arena Level 2* | Advanced Swimming Pool Level 2*
$514.00 (includes $24.48 GST)
Parks & Sportsfield Level 1 | Arena Mtce. | Curling Mtce. | Lifecycle/Risk Management
Custodial | Developing a Policy & Procedure Facility Manual
$258.00 (includes $12.29 GST)
*Prices subject to change. IF you are NOT a current member, you will need to become one before you can register for a course. Membership is
prorated. Everyone has to have a current Membership to attend an RFP course. This membership provides you with benefits such as access to
our quarterly newsletters, and several other online features you can check out at www.aarfp.com!
PAYMENT OPTIONS: Payment can be made via money order or cheque made payable to “R.F.P.”. VISA, MasterCard and Purchase Orders
also accepted. Payment MUST BE RECEIVED one week prior to the start of the course. Payment will not be accepted at the course.
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June Larson, Recreation Facilities Supervisor,
Recreation, Parks & Culture is Retiring
We would like to recognize June
Larson, Recreation Facilities
Supervisor, for her many
contributions leading and
managing a team of staff at the
Rotary Recreation Complex,
G.H. Dawe Community Centre
and Roland Michener Aquatic
Centre from 2008 to 2012. June
came to us with a wealth of
experience in the field of
recreation and contributed greatly
to the revitalization of these
aquatic-based facilities into
thriving hubs of programming and activities. She has also
contributed provincially to the two professional
organizations of the Alberta Association of Recreation
Facilities Personnel (AARFP) as an active member and
with the hosting of the annual conference in Red Deer in
2010, and as a board member
representing Central Alberta for
the past two years with the
Alberta Recreation and Parks
Association (ARPA).
June is always dressed like a
fashion model, with a different
outfit each day, hair, makeup,
accessories and jewellery to
match. June has a great sense of
humor, and is always “on the go”
from one facility to another to
meet with her team members and
encourage them to ever greater achievements. She never
walks … always runs … unless she is cooking up a
gourmet lunch from the leftovers of Chef John's feast from
the night before.
continued on page 29...
EIGHT TIPS TO KEEP YOU SANE THIS CHRISTMAS . . .
A2Z Arena Products Ltd.
Contact: Hardeep
604-726-7400 Fax: 604-526-7406
Plastic sheets (arena boards, adboard panels, kickstrips)
Tempered glass + plexi-glass (glass handling devices)
Lacrosse frames + netting
NHL Size Hockey frames, netting, pads & pegs
Ice paint - paper & cloth line kits
Ice skates / cleats
Skating bars
Sports Flooring: classic, décor tiles, starlight rolls
Supply & install netting & glass
Dasherboard systems
Supplier of CLA approved Lacrosse nets and frames
All arena hardware
[Tables, chairs & metal (outdoor) garbage bins]
Visit our website: www.a2zarenaproducts.com
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Email:
info@a2zarenaproducts.com
June Larson, Recreation Facilities Supervisor,
Recreation, Parks & Culture is Retiring . . .
It is with fond memories of a very “colourful” gal,
with a love for people, an engaging personality,
and an unmatched zest for life, that we bid adieu
to June to take on her new adventure in retirement
of … even more activity (golf, skiing, hiking,
travelling) … and even more socializing (dinners,
hot tub parties, grandma sleepovers) … to catch
up with her man, John, who has been very active
in his retirement for a while now.
All the best, June! Thank you for sharing your
best five years in Red Deer with the Recreation
Section Team. You will always hold a special
place in our hearts.
o
Submitted by:
Kay Kenny, Recreation Superintendent
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2013 ARFP BOARD OF DIRECTORS
PRESIDENT
Aaron Singh (asingh@sprucegrove.org) ............................(780) 962-7607
PAST PRESIDENT
Suzanne Gaida (suzanne.gaida@cochrane.ca) ..................(403) 851-2550
PRESIDENT ELECT
Sandi Stewart (sstewart@lacombe.ca) ..............................(403) 782-1266
Be prepared!
SECRETARY
Charlene Jackson (recreation@town.killam.ab.ca) ............(780) 385-3977
Cardiac Arrest can happen to anyone at anytime. Philips AED’s are safe,
voice prompted and simple to use. With the world’s fastest “CPR to Shock”
sequence, we offer best possible survival. Choose Philips…lives are worth it!
TREASURER
Neven Wilson (nevenwilson@slssportscentre.com) ...........(403) 932-2722
EDUCATION REP.
Gerald Curran (gcurran@toromont.com) ...........................(780) 468-1490
The current survival rate for out of hospital cardiac arrest is between 3–5% with EMS responding.
Locations with AED’s (Automatic External Defibrillator) can have survival rates as high as 70%+.
ASSOCIATE REP.
Willie Jurcevic (willie@tabex.com) ......................(403) 250-2494 Ext. 103
First Edition
First Aid Training
Jan Kirkpatrick
Authorized Philips Distributor
EDMONTON ZONE REP.
Colleen Sparrow (colleen.sparrow@edmonton.ca) ............(780) 686-0485
Phone/Fax: (403) 243-2644 Email: firsteditionaed@gmail.com
NORTH WEST ZONE REP.
Mitch Carter (mitch@mdopportunity.ab.ca) ......................(780) 891-3778
www.firsteditionfirstaid.ca
SOUTH ZONE REP.
Randy Russell (Randy@cardston.ca) .................................(403) 330-8015
Longbow
sales inc.
SOUTH CENTRAL ZONE REP.
Lloyd Smith (lsmith@okotoks.ca) ......................................(403) 938-8959
CALGARY ZONE REP.
Elise Shelley (eshelley@mtroyal.ca) ..................................(403) 440-6702
CENTRAL ZONE REP.
Dawn Mercereau (dmercereau@camrose.ca) ....................(780) 972-9909
NORTH CENTRAL ZONE REP.
Tom Peters (icemansince87@hotmail.com) .......................(780) 929-8878
NORTH EAST ZONE REP.
Scott Walker (swalker@wainwright.ca) ............................(780) 842-3381
GOVERNMENT REP.
Chris Szabo (Chris.Szabo@gov.ab.ca) .................................RITE 415-0276
OFFICE STAFF
Kim Snell, Rhonda Phillips, Shawntel Graybill, Nadine Harbidge
P.O. BOX 100, COCHRANE, ALBERTA T4C 1A4
(403) 851-7626 | Fax: (403) 851-9181 | 1-888-253-7544
email: office@aarfp.com
Longbow Sales Inc.
#7, 1435 – 40th Ave NE
Calgary, Alberta T2E 8N6
Tel: (403) 291-3166
Fax: (403) 291-4774
info@longbowsales.com
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• Incorporated in 1985, we have been doing
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• We are proud sponsors of the RFP Level II
Swimming Pool Course.
• Darrel Martin, our company President, was a
charter member of RFP.
• Our sta includes John Duiker and Brent Miller,
both RFP instructors.
• We provide swimming pool & spa products and
solutions to municipalities, institutions, hotels,
condominiums and distributors in Southern Alberta
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• We have been “The Professional’s Choice” for pool
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• We are proud sponsors of the RFP Basic
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• Our Founder, Charlie Mousseau, spent 18 years as
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