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FEBRUARY 2016
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It just doesn’t get better than this
OUR JOB IS TO KEEP IT THIS WAY
Your city employees want to start the new year with a big
Thank You for appreciating our efforts in keeping Calgary
clean and green. You gave our garbage and recycling teams a
97% satisfaction rating last year.
Calgary’s city employees
Making your city
work for you
And we’d also like to thank the City for reaffirming their
commitment to keeping this service public — and saying
No Thank You to a for-profit service that would have cost
taxpayers 5-20% more!
Braeside Community Association
11024 Braeside Dr. SW
Calgary, AB T2W 6G5
Phone:403.253-4232 I Fax:403.253.3528
braecom@telusplanet.com
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Community Calendar
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Winterfest Family
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Skating Evening!
Woodcreek Scouts Group 13
Braeside Real Estate Update 14
Your Community Business
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My Babysitter List
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BRAESIDE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
Need to contact us?
Mail:
11024 Braeside Drive SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2W 6G5
Phone:
403-253-4232
Fax:
403-253-3528
Email:
braecom@telusplanet.net
Board meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in
the Lower Hall, Meeting Room 2, at the Community Centre. The meeting is
open to all Braeside residents or interested parties. If you have issues or concerns and you would like to be placed on the agenda, kindly call our Board
Secretary, Joan Byers, at 403-253-4232.
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Association and delivered to all Braeside homes. Articles can be
e-mailed to braecom@telusplanet.net. Submission deadline is
the first of the month for inclusion in the following month’s
publication. Space limitation may prevent some material submitted from being published. Editing may be required.
While we make every effort to ensure that all information provided and published is correct, we are not responsible for any
omissions or errors.
Opinions expressed within these articles, reports or submissions are the author’s and should not be considered as reflecting those of the editor or Community Association.
To contact
Board members,
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“The Braeside Community Association is committed to representing the community with honesty and integrity, working
towards common values and goals”.
The Best Neighbourhoods
Survey is now open.
Community Office Hours:
Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays, 9:00 – 3:30
Wednesdays, Closed
Thursdays, 9:00 – 4:30
Closed for Lunch 12:00 – 1:00
Join us on Friday evening, February 12 for our annual Family Skating Evening and Indoor Used Book
Sale. Activities get under way at 6:00 until 9:00 p.m.
Bring your family for lots of fun on our outdoor rinks
or sit by the fire. Indoors there will be family bingo,
crafts for the children, a special concession with
homemade chili and hot dogs and, of course the
ever popular Used Book Sale – all books $1.00 or less.
Please note the Community Office will be closed on
Monday, February 15 for Family Day.
HAVE
YOUR
SAY
Tell us what makes great
neighbourhoods great and
what’s most important to you
in choosing where to live.
Closes February 28, 2016
AvenueCalgary.com/survey
Linda Krebs
Community Coordinator BCA
Check us out on the web at: www.calgaryarea.com (click on
SW, Braeside). Email: braecom@telusplanet.net. Follow us on
Facebook and Twitter.
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Hall
Rental
We are accepting rentals for all areas of the Community Centre. Our Upper Hall area is suitable for weddings, banquets
and large gatherings. Our meeting rooms on the main level
are suitable for meetings or small gatherings.
Now providing Telus Wi-Fi.
To view the hall or make a booking, call the Community Office
at 403-253-4232.
Community Rink
Available
for Rent
If you are considering a sports tournament, practice or out-
door event, Braeside’s newly renovated Community Rink is
now available for rent:
Per Hour - $25.00
Per ½ Day (4 hour period) - $ 75.00
Per full day (8 hour period) - $125.00
Weekend (8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. daily - $200.00
All rink rental requests MUST NOT conflict with renters booked
in hall (i.e. weddings in building) due to noise and parking.
Additionally, a clean up deposit will be required. There is no
overnight storage available. Liability for all items must remain
with the renter. NO ALCOHOL AT ANY EVENT.
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
President
Position Vacant
Vice President
Position Vacant
Secretary
Joan Byers
Treasurer
Sarah Curran
Director, Bldg. Mntce.
Bob Byers
Youth Director
Position Vacant
Entertainment Director
Rosemarie Foley
Sports Director
Position Vacant
Directors at Large
Sandy Shiels
Director at Large
Kim Price
School Liaison
Louise Whitbread
Transportation Liaison
Paul Finkleman
COMMUNITY CONTACTS:
Community Coordinator
Linda Krebs
Child Care
Louise Whitbread
Baseball
Sonny Vallieres
Basketball
Dawn Osborne
Chinook Music
For Tickets
City Liaison
Jenna Findlater
Girl Guides
Barb Augustyn
Hockey
Lisa Santos
Scouting
Tim Tratch
Southwest Seniors
Bill Merritt
SW Community Resource Centre
BRAECENTRE COPS
Cst. Steve Henderson
Cst. Marsh Kutarna
AREA SCHOOLS:
Braeside Elementary
John Ware Junior School
St. Benedict Elementary
GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVES:
Councillor, Ward 11
Brian Pincott
MLA, Glenmore
Anam Kazim
MP, Calgary SW,
Stephen Harper
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BRAESIDE COMMUNITY
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Skating
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CRESCENT MEDICAL CENTRE
FAMILY PRACTICE AND WALK-IN CLINIC
ANNUAL GENERAL
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RESCHEDULED
Tuesday, February 16, 2016, 7:00 pm
Braeside Community Centre (Lower Hall)
ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS
Mon-Fri 8:30 am – 6:30 pm
Saturday 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
We are seeking individuals interested in helping out
with flooding and cleaning the ice rink. If you enjoy
skating with your family and can donate a few hours a
week, please call the community office at 403-253-4232.
Come out and join us - your vote counts!
Have you considered taking a position on the
Board? Positions currently available:
President, Youth Director, Directors at Large
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The goal of this program is to help older adults maintain
physical function, mobility, strength and balance. Classes are led by a certified older adult fitness instructor and
consist of warm up, cardiovascular, muscle strength,
flexibility and relaxation exercises. Individuals go at
their own speed, participating in sitting and standing
exercises using a variety of equipment including balls,
exercise bands and light weights. Fitness progress is
checked for evaluation.
This is a free drop in program - no registration is required, however class participation is limited to the
first 40 who attend. Seniors Fitness classes will run
twice weekly on Tuesdays from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
and Fridays, 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. The winter session will
run until the end of April at Braeside Community
Centre, 11024 Braeside Drive S. W. For more information call 403-53-4232.
If you are interested in any of these positions,
please call the Community Centre office at 253-4232
for more information.
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Seniors Fitness
SERVICES INCLUDE:
Pharmacist, Clinical Psychologist,
CDM Nurse, IUD Clinic, Travel Health Clinic
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Private Function
Before and After School Care
Seniors Fitness UH 9:00
Art Classes for Kids LH 4:30
Queens and Jacks UH 7:00
Before and After School Care
Southwest Seniors UH 10:00
Stained Glass LH
Karate UH 7:00
Before and After School Care
Tai Chi UH 7:00
Chinese Calligraphy 7:00
Church 7:00
Yoga for Kids
Before and After School Care
Seniors Fitness UH 10:00
Elm Dog Obedience UH
Moms and Tots Drop In UH
10:00
Queens and Jacks UH 7:00
Mar 12
Mar 11
Mar 10
Mar 9
Mar 8
Before and After School Care
Seniors Fitness UH 9:00
Art Classes for Kids LH 4:30
Private Function in
Evening
Southwest Seniors UH 10:00
Stained Glass LH
Karate UH 7:00
Tai Chi UH 7:00
Chinese Calligraphy 7:00
Church 7:00
Yoga for Kids
Seniors Fitness UH 10:00
Elm Dog Obedience UH
Moms and Tots Drop In UH
10:00
Queens and Jacks UH 7:00
Mar 7
Mar 6
Church Worship 11:00
Evening Fellowship 6:00
Private Function
Before and After School Care
Before and After School Care
Before and After School Care
Before and After School Care
Before and After School Care
Chinook Music
Mar 5
Mar 4
Mar 3
Mar 2
Mar 1
Seniors Fitness UH 9:00
Art Classes for Kids LH 4:30
Queens and Jacks UH 7:00
Southwest Seniors UH 10:00
Stained Glass LH
Karate UH 7:00
Tai Chi UH 7:00
Chinese Calligraphy 7:00
Church 7:00
Yoga for Kids
Seniors Fitness UH 10:00
Elm Dog Obedience UH
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Before and After School Care
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Queens and Jacks UH 7:00
Seniors Fitness UH 9:00
Art Classes for Kids LH 4:30
Southwest Seniors UH 10:00
Stained Glass LH
Karate UH 7:00
Yoga for Kids UH 5:30
Tai Chi UH 7:00
Chinese Calligraphy 7:00
Church 7:00
Seniors Fitness UH 10:00
Elm Dog Obedience UH
Board Meeting
Before and After School Care
Family Day – Centre Closed
Before and After School Care
Before and After School Care
Before and After School Care
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Church Worship 11:00
Evening Fellowship 6:00
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Church Worship 11:00
Evening Fellowship 6:00
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Before and After School Care
Southwest Seniors UH 10:00
Stained Glass LH
Karate UH 7:00
Tai Chi UH 7:00
Chinese Calligraphy 7:00
Church 7:00
Seniors Fitness UH 10:00
Elm Dog Obedience UH
Moms and Tots Drop In UH
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Queens and Jacks UH 7:00
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Before and After School Care
Before and After School Care
Before and After School Care
Family Skating Evening &
Used Book Sale
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Before and After School Care
Seniors Fitness UH 9:00
Art Classes for Kids LH 4:30
Canadian Rabbit Hopping
Club LH 6:30
Southwest Seniors UH 10:00
Stained Glass LH
Karate UH 7:00
Tai Chi UH 7:00
Chinese Calligraphy 7:00
Church 7:00
Seniors Fitness UH 10:00
Elm Dog Obedience UH
Moms and Tots Drop In UH
10:00
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Church Worship, 11:00
Evening Fellowship 6:00
Before and After School Care
Before and After School Care
Before and After School Care
Before and After School Care
Before and After School Care
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Evening Fellowship 6:00
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FEBRUARY 2016
COMMUNITY
FEBRUARY COMMUNITYCALENDAR
CALENDAR
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VALIDValid
SEPTEMBER
September1,1,2015
2013– –AUGUST
August 31, 2016
2014
FAMILY INFORMATION:
Adults (First and Last Name): __________________________________________________________________________
Children (First and Last Name): _________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
Address: _________________________________________________________ , Calgary Postal Code: ______________
Phone No: ____________________________________Email: ____________________________________________
MEMBERSHIP TYPE AVAILABLE: (Please indicate which membership type you are purchasing)
 $25.00 Resident Family
Up to 2 adults with or without children
 $25.00 Non-Resident Family Up to 2 adults with or without children
 $15.00 Single Adult (18+) No dependant children living at the same address
 $15.00 Associate
Live and hold a current membership in another community
 $18.75 Senior Family Up to two adults with or without children
 $11.25 Single Senior No dependant children living at the same address
*PLEASE NOTE: THERE IS A $50.00 CHARGE FOR ALL NSF CHEQUES.
The Braeside Community Association holds many successful functions each year thanks to the tremendous help of our volunteers. If you would like to
become involved, please indicate below where you would be interested in volunteering.
 Board Member
 Children’s Events
 Winterfest
 Stampede Breakfast
 Casino
 Recycling Event
 Rink Maintenance
 Movie in the Park
 Parade
 Trunk Sale
Submit completed form and cheque to: 11024 Braeside Drive S. W., Calgary, T2W 6G5
Membership cards will be mailed to you. Please ensure mailing information is complete and accurate.
Important: Privacy Legislation Community Association Members/Residents: The Personal Information Protection Act became law in Alberta on Jan. 1, 2004.
I understand that my personal information will be kept CONFIDENTIAL by the Braeside Community Association. I also acknowledge that my personal information may be used/disclosed ONLY in certain circumstances to establish, administer and maintain membership lists, program/sports registrations, government
reporting, emergency contacts, or legal and regulatory requirements. I hereby consent to such use and disclosure for these limited purposes until such time as I
may revoke my consent in writing.
Signed: _____________________________________ Dated: ____________________________________________
Membership Number (Assigned by Community Office): _____________________Date Card(s) Mailed: ________________________
Smile… You could
be on camera!
Security cameras are installed at the Community Centre.
They are set up to monitor activity around the building,
rink area and dumpster. This will enable us to identify
those who choose to vandalize or paint graffiti on our
building or deposit personal garbage in the Community
Centre dumpster and allow us to take action.
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YO U ’ R E I N V I T E D !
Join the Southwest
55+ CLUB
Enjoy coffee, fun, fellowship, and dancing to a live
band every Thursday morning!
Singles and couples, dancers and non-dancers are all
welcome to this community group.
Drop by – we’re looking forward to meeting you!
Braeside Community Centre
11024 Braeside Drive SW
Thursdays, 10:30 – 12:00 noon
For detailed info please call Norma at 403-246-3763
Braeside
Moms and
2016
EVENTS
MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR
Come celebrate winter
with your family and friends
at Braeside’s Annual
THESE UPCOMING EVENTS
February 12
February 16
March 15
April 19
TBA
May 17
June 11
June 21
July 9
August 6
August 16
September 20
October 14
October 18
October 29
November 15
December 13
PRE-KINDERGARTEN
EDUCATIONAL SERVICES
Early Literacy preschool program for ages 3-5
Braeside School - 1747-107 Ave. SW
REGISTRATION FOR FALL 2016-2017
We nurture emergent literacy by providing an environment which fosters
language development and encourages interest in reading and writing. Children
play and gain social skills while exploring our well- equipped classroom. Centers
and activities support child development and include learning in math, science,
computer skills, fine motor work, music, yoga, arts and crafts, circle time, and
field trips.
Family Skating Evening & Used Book Sale
Board Meeting
Board Meeting
Board Meeting
Community Clean Up & Recycling Day
Board Meeting
Braeside Parade
Board Meeting
Stampede Breakfast
Trunk Sale
Board Meeting
Board Meeting
Volunteer Appreciation
Board Meeting
Halloween Spooktacular
Board Meeting
Board Meeting
OPEN HOUSE: FEBRUARY 3TH, 2016 • 4:30 – 6:00 P.M.
Come and meet our teachers and see our large, bright classroom!
GENERAL REGISTRATION: FEB. 24TH, 2016 • 5-6 P.M.
Everyone is welcome to register, arrive early and get a spot!
You will be asked to complete a form and provide 11 cheques
To register for the remainder of this current school year:
Registrar’s Contact: Melanie at (403) 605-2988 / RegisterPreK@gmail.com
Please visit our website: www.Pre-KindergartenEd.com
Nursery Rhyme Song and Movement
Come and sing nursery rhyme favourites with your little
ones. Mondays from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. at Braeside
Community Centre. $3.00 per family.
For more information, or to find out how you can be involved, please contact Sarah at 403-918-3421. This is a
not-for-profit venture, so please come and support your
local community.
Can you help?
There is a group of seniors who enjoy knitting mitts,
scarves, toques, and afghans. They donate them to nursing homes and various facilities in need of such items.
If you have leftover wool that you no longer need and
would like to donate it, kindly drop it off at the Community Centre. For more information, please call the Community office at 403-253-4232.
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Need more info? Call the Community Office at 253-4232.
WEEKLY PROGRAMS
AT THE COMMUNITY CENTRE
Art Classes for Kids
Braeside Karate Club
Chinese Calligraphy
Elm Dog Obedience School
Foundation Baptist Church
Moms and Tots Drop In
Seniors Fitness
Pathfinders
Queens & Jacks Square
Dance Club
Southwest Seniors
Sparks
Stained Glass Classes
Tai Chi
Fridays from 4:30 – 6:00
Thursdays evenings at 7:00
Wednesday evenings at 7:00
Tuesday evenings, times vary
Wednesday evenings at 7:00
Sundays at 10:00, 11:00, 6:00
Mondays at 10:00 – 11:30
Tuesdays from 10:00 – 11:00
Fridays from 9:00 – 10:00
19thpathfinders@gmail.com
Monday evenings at 7:00,
2nd and 4th Friday evenings
From 7:30 – 10:00
Thursdays from 10:00 – 2:00
59thsparks@gmail.com
Thursdays evenings at 6:00
Wednesday evenings at 7:00
C U S TO M E R S AT I S FA C T I O N G U A R A N T E E D
(403) 236-9819
(403) 232-0228
(403) 568-0248
(403) 281-7937
(403) 251-5920
(403) 918-3421
(403) 253-4232
And our ever popular
Indoor Used Book Sale!
Thousands of titles to choose from!
February 12, 2016, 6:00 to 9:00 pm
at the Braeside Community Centre
11024 Braeside Drive S. W.
(403) 251-6228
(403) 238-5444
(403) 589-2973
(403) 240-4566
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Family Skating, Warm up at the Fire Pit, Outdoor and
Indoor Games, Crafts, Family Bingo, Special Winterfest
Concession
We specialize in
Bathroom &
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· Flooring
· Tile
· Doors
· Cabinets & Counters
FREE ESTIMATES
403.256.9282
NO JOB TOO SMALL
For more information, call 403-253-4232.
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How to Safeguard Your
Retirement Income?
Ask an Expert
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you say your clients aren’t concerned about the big fall in oil
prices in the past year. How can that be? I know I’m worried
about what it could mean for my retirement years.
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The reality is that we are going to face multiple
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our retirement income doesn’t have to fluctuate with the
markets! One of the great opportunities we have in Canada
is that we have trust laws that allow us to buy good quality
investments that are not only principle guaranteed, but offer
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that our clients aren’t concerned means they have a plan that
is working. That for me is a fundamental result we want for
every family we have the privilege to work alongside. If you
have an appropriate plan design for your lifestyle for decades
ahead, then when markets correct, you can weather the
storm. So you won’t have to wonder, “Do I have enough? Did
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We have experienced a variety of market fluctuations in our
almost 20 years of experience, and these market cycles have
Sheri MacMillan,
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Sheri is featured on The Strongroom
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shown that being proactive and building in those safety nets
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When we’ve created affluence in our life, we’re going to
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We need to be proactive in designing our estate plans to make
sure we don’t jeopardize the wealth that we have created.
MacMillan Estate Planning Corp. will be hosting a complimentary
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and Wednesday, March 30th at 7:00 PM
to register, please visit macmillanestate.com
or call 403 266 6464
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Happy New Year to everyone!
Thank you to everyone who helped us with our January bottle drive. It was a great success and we could not
offer the great programming that we do without your
support. We appreciate each and every one of you who
continue to help us!
This month I would like to share a few pictures and
information about a recent cub camp. Here is a quote
from one of our Leaders. ‘The kids had a great time Friday
with a night hike and learning to identify some constellations. Saturday they were building an obstacle course and
running through it (they had suggested the obstacles they
would like to do and our leader brought the supplies). In
the afternoon they were busy building catapults and testing them with mini-marshmallows. They also did a fitness
challenge involving sprints, long jump and relay races,
which can be used towards earning their Red Star and Fitness Badges. After that they had free time to make crafts
using natural materials they collected, play soccer or floor
hockey. A great camp fire wrapped up the evening. Sunday morning they hiked and played some outside games:
camouflage, kickball and sardines. Thanks to all the leaders and parent volunteers for making it such a successful
weekend!’
The beavers had an amazing night bowling at Toppler
Bowling last month and also a movie night before the
Christmas break. These little kids sure know how to have
a fun time!
We always welcome new
ideas and we welcome anyone interested in joining our
group at any time!
Thank you to our wonderful
supporters the Woodcreek
Community Association and
our Local Lions Club, without your ongoing support we
would not be able to supply the
great programming that we do.
Economy Bookkeeping Services
Grace Ellwood/Bookkeeper
Specialize in all types of businesses
Full accounting cycle, including Corporate Taxes
Payroll / WCB / GST / T4’s
Simply Accounting / Quick-books
Personal Income Taxes
Cell 403-681-0993
economybooks@hotmail.com
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Get the Body
You Want!
Living the Dream Lakefront
in Auburn Bay
December 2015
$424,450
$403,625
Braeside
Before and After
School Care
November 2015
$447,265
$427,833
11024 Braeside Drive SW Calgary
October 2015
$494,725
$487,601
September 2015
$447,900
$431,600
August 2015
$460,920
$448,880
Braeside Real Estate Update
Last 12 Months Braeside
MLS Real Estate Sale Price Stats
Average Asking Price
Ryan MacDonald, B.Sc.
Sheri MacDonald, M.Sc.
403.519.9102
info@calgaryhometeam.com
www.calgaryhometeam.com
RBC Dominion Securities Inc.
Average Sold Price
July 2015
$524,950
$507,500
June 2015
$508,900
$500,791
May 2015
$479,950
$470,125
April 2015
$491,700
$484,625
March 2015
$437,350
$423,500
February 2015
$550,000
$542,750
January 2015
$425,300
$410,000
Last 12 Months Braeside
MLS Real Estate Number of Listings Stats
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Motivated WoRkfoRce?
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Support your employees and keep your competitive advantage. Call
Investment Advisor Michael Martin at 403-266-9655 to learn more.
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No. New Properties
No. Properties Sold
December 2015
1
4
November 2015
5
9
October 2015
5
4
September 2015
7
5
August 2015
6
5
July 2015
8
2
June 2015
5
6
May 2015
6
4
April 2015
6
4
March 2015
3
2
February 2015
6
1
January 2015
3
3
Total
61
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To view the specific SOLD Listings that comprise the above
MLS averages please visit braeside.great-news.ca
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BEFORE
A fully accredited non-profit school age care
located in Braeside community centre.
We offer a fun and exciting school year program &
summer camp!
We focus on arts, crafts, nutritious snacks and
out trips.
Provincial subsidy is available to those parents
who qualify.
For more information or to register your child
contact us at 403 258 0699 or email us at
braechildcare@gmail.com
Hours of operation:
Monday – Friday 7:00am – 9:00am
11:00am – 6:00pm.
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Facial Aesthetics
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Available here:
School Holidays and professional development
days: 7:00am – 6:00pm
At Braeside before and after school care we believe
that children are unique and require a stimulating
and interactive environment which recognizes and
accommodates each child’s individuality.
Travel Vaccinations
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FEBRUARY IN FISH CREEK!
www.friendsoffishcreek.org
Fish Creek CommUnity Fair
Would You Like to Volunteer in Fish Creek? The Friends
of Fish Creek Need You!
Saturday, February 27, 2016 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Fish Creek Environmental Learning Centre, Shannon
Terrace, Fish Creek Provincial Park
(13931 Woodpath Rd. SW - Access via 130 Ave. SW and
37 St. SW)
Come to the 3rd annual Fish Creek CommUnity Fair to
learn about amazing programs, courses, events and opportunities taking place in 2016. The ground may still
be covered in snow, but Spring starts now in Fish Creek!
The February Fish Creek Speaker Series
Sticks and Stones: Using Bioengineering to Improve
Fish Habitat
Thursday, February 25, 2016 — 7:00pm - 8:00pm
support the Friends and the park everyday! In addition to a valuable tax receipt and our newsletter, Park
Protectors receive the exclusive monthly e-publication
the Park Protector Update, that provides information
on how your contribution is making a difference in the
park.
Friends of Fish Creek Annual General Meeting
Thursday, January 28, 2016, Registration at 6:30 pm,
Meeting starts at 7:00 pm
Fish Creek Environmental Learning Centre, Shannon
Terrace, Fish Creek Provincial Park
It is because of our members, volunteers and donors
that the Friends have accomplished so much. Come
and have your voice heard and meet our board and
staff at the Annual General Meeting. Refreshments will
be served.
Fish Creek Environmental Learning Centre at Shannon
Terrace in Fish Creek Provincial Park (13931 Woodpath
Rd. SW, access via 130 Ave. SW and 37 St. SW).
Presented by Lesley Peterson (P.Biol) Provincial Biologist Trout Unlimited Canada
The process of bioengineering was used to improve
fish habitat along a side channel of the Bow River here
in Fish Creek. Trout Unlimited Canada undertook this
project in the spring of 2015 to improve and enhance
the side channel located at Mallard Point. The entire
area was heavily impacted by the flood of 2013 and
Trout Unlimited saw the opportunity to explore bioengineering as an effective way to repair and enhance
the area to improve fish habitat. The presentation will
also explore the needs of fish during their life cycle and
offer people background on Trout Unlimited and the
work they do provincially and nationally.
Park Protectors Needed!
The Friends invite you to join us as a Park Protector. As
an alternative to traditional annual membership, you
may find that the Park Protector program suits your
busy lifestyle a little better. The Park Protector monthly
donor program is one of the most convenient ways to
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IN & AROUND
CALGARY
Southland Leisure Centre
MEND Mind, Exercise, Nutrition…Do it!
Child obesity is a significant issue in Alberta. There is substantial evidence linking obesity to preventable chronic
diseases and psychological impacts on children. MEND is a
community, family-based healthy lifestyle program. These
programs are provided at NO COST to participants and provide a comfortable environment for families to interact and
learn how to make healthy lifestyle choices. The program will
provide you with the tools and support you need to help you
and your family transition to a healthier lifestyle. If you are
interested in hearing more about MEND or wanting to register, please contact: Southland Leisure Centre - 403-648-6593
Ages 2Y – 4Y: A 10 week healthy eating and activity program for families.
SOUTHLAND LEISURE CENTRE EVENTS
AND PROGRAMS:
Friday Night Dance Party
February 26 from 7:15-10:00pm.
Family Valentine’s Crafts & Cookies
Tuesday, February 9 - 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 am and 6:30 p.m. –
8:30 p.m. – Family Valentine’s
Family Day Week-end Climbing & Gymnastics Drop-in
Sunday, February 14 – 3-5 p.m.
Wednesday Soccer Drop-in
Age: All ages. In the gymnasium.
Calgary AfterSchool
Cost: Free. Ages: 11 – 15
South Calgary Youth Council (SCYC)
An exciting opportunity for youth ages 12 – 17 years to become active participants in their community.
Fridays, 7:30 to 10 p.m. Youth Night
Volunteer Opportunities
Drop-in Playschool
Drop-in Preschool Programs
Drop-in Climbing and Gymnastics
Drop-in Badminton and Basketball
Every Sunday, 8 am to noon.
Family Swim Every Sunday, 8 am to noon.
Babysitting Room Mon – Thur 8:30am – 8:15 pm, Fri
8:30am-6pm, Sat & Sun 8:30 am – 12:30pm.
Day Camps
PD School Days
Southland Leisure Centre Playschool
Chika Nails and Beauty Salon
Please follow us on Instagram. Like us on Facebook. You can
find many of our beautiful works there.
Braeside Community
Instagram: CHIKA.NAILS
(Formerly owned by Olavi Nails and Spa)
C
hika Nails and Beauty Salon is a new nail salon located
at 11233 - 30th St SW which was formerly owned by Olavi
Nails. Tannis and Chloe are the members of the new
management. The nails shop was opened in December 2nd,
2015. It is our first shop however we have been working in the
nails business for six to seven years and are fully trained.
Chika Nails and Beauty Salon is a full service nails and beauty
salon dedicated to consistently providing high customer satisfaction, excellent services, quality works and products, and furnishing an enjoyable atmosphere at an affordable, acceptable
price/ value relationship.
Facebook: Chika Nails and Beauty
Website: chikanails.wix.com/chikanails
We have been in the community only for a month but the
warm greetings and the welcoming smiles from the people.
Our clients and neighbor businesses are truly a motivation for
us. It is much appreciated. We wish to have opportunities to
serve more people to help bringing more cheerfulness to the
community.
Tannis and Chloe
Our Mission:
To ensure all clients are more than satisfied and feeling like a
rejuvenated star when leaving. We would like our salon to be
known to the community as the place to go for the best nail
care services and prices with a friendly and skilled team, seven
days a week.
Our Business goals and objectives:
To open a profitable nail salon business that will provide services to the general public in the community and areas and to
offer maximum convenience to customers by offering appointment and walk-in services.
Our target market:
The nail industry is a supply and demand business. Women,
men, teenagers and children are requesting quality nail salon
services for both beauty and sanitary purposes in an array of
styles.
Services:
Chika Nails and Beauty Salon offers a wide range of services
that include:
Nails: Manicures, pedicures, polish, sculptured nails, acrylics
nails, gel nails, gel wrap, shellac nails. Excellent nail arts.
Beauty: Waxing brows, chin, face, full arms, full legs, bikini
line, brazilian, neck and back (men), we also offer brows tinting
services.
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We are in the Cedarbrae Plaza between Ha Tien Vietnamese
restaurant and Palace Pizza which is next to Swigs pub
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South West Communities Resource Centre
Located in the Professional Wing of the Oakridge Co-Op Mall
#42 2580 Southland Drive SW, T2V 4J8
Phone: 403-238-9222 • Email: info@swcrc.ca • www.swcrc.ca
Parent Talk – Register Now
Thursday mornings, 10:00 – 11:30, January 21 to
March 31, 2016. Free child-minding, coffee and
snacks. Parenting tip sheets and children’s books to
take home.
This free program is open to all parents of babies and
young children.
• Enjoy the company and support of other parents
• Give your children some supervised play time
• Get your parenting questions answered with the help
of facilitators from the Further Education Society
• Help your young children learn and develop their potential
You can register and start the program anytime over the
11 weeks of the session. Attend as many weeks as you
can. To register, call the SWCRC at 403-238-9222.
Positive Discipline in Everyday Parenting
Register Now
Tuesday mornings, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm for eight
weeks. Next sessions are February 2 – March 22,
2016; and April 12 – May 31, 2016. Program offered
free of charge and includes program materials, child
minding, coffee and snacks.
Children have the right to protection from physical punishment and to positive discipline that respects their
dignity. In this wonderfully affirming program, parents
of children 0 – 18 years will learn the four principles
of positive discipline: setting goals; creating a positive
home climate; understanding how children think and
feel; and problem solving in challenging situations. Parents will practice their skills in hands-on exercises and
learn to apply these principles across a wide range of
situations. The result will be a positive relationship with
your child that will last a lifetime.
This program is facilitated by the SWCRC’s social workers. To register, please call Marylou Breig at 403-2389222 ext. 225 or Aynsley Walsh at 403-238-9222 ext. 224.
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Neighbours Helping Neighbours
Many thanks to those of you who donated baby and
personal care items to our Neighbours Helping Neighbours program over the holiday season. Such a generous response! Please know that it means a great deal
to the individuals and families who receive these items
that people in the community care about them.
We are still in need of the following items: diapers sizes
new born, 4, 5 and 6; baby shampoo; men’s and women’s deodorant.
SWCRC Volunteer Opportunity:
Parenting Group Assistant
SWCRC is expanding its parenting education programming. To support the participation of low income and
socially isolated parents, we would like to offer free
child care for the parents’ young children. As a member
of our team of Parenting Group Assistants, you will care
for the children by providing a safe, loving and fun environment in which to play, socialize and learn. The time
commitment is approximately two and a half hours,
9:30 – noon, either Tuesdays or Thursdays.
It takes a village to raise a child. Your passion for kids,
and your desire to contribute your knowledge and experience towards a community effort to optimize children’s social, emotional and intellectual development,
will inspire you to contact the SWCRC for more information about this important volunteer role. Call 403-2389222 ext. 222.
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MLA CALGARY-GLENMORE
Heritage
Time Out
ANAM KAZIM
#A208, 1600 - 90th Avenue SW
Calgary, AB Canada T2V 5A8
Ph: (403) 216-5421, Fax: (403) 216-5423
Email: calgary.glenmore@assembly.ab.ca
in McDougall United Church
Dear Constituents:
Artisans in quilting, knitting, crocheting, card making
and cross-stitching meet to learn and practice their art
in a community setting; no experience required. Come
and learn from instructors, obtain advice, but mostly
enjoy the company of women across the ages. Make
friends and have a personal time-out!
As we move forward throughout the New Year, I would like to
update you on our progress and share with you ways in which
the government of Alberta is planning a bright future for Albertans. Legislature is back in session in Edmonton, extending us the privilege to present members’ statements, discuss
bills and motions, and ask ministries more specific, pointed
questions during question period. In fact, I will be proposing
a motion in the House this month that will benefit Albertans.
(no religious content/ non-denominational)
Wednesday mornings 9-11 from January 6-March 23.
Registration is preferred, but there is drop-in availability.
Babysitting is supplied.
Please contact Sarah 403-918-3421 for more information.
A poem written
to celebrate
a wedding is called
an epithalamium.
The beginning of 2016 was great with the opportunity to
meet with you personally at our Office Open House on
January 12th. I would like to express my deep appreciation
to all who took time out of their busy schedules to drop by.
I was also delighted to spend time with many of you at constituency events in January such as the CJCC Monthly Seniors
Luncheon, the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous
Peoples at Beth Tzedec Synagogue, South West Community
Resource Centre (SWCRC) Local Fundraiser at the Point &
Feather – Oak Bay Plaza, and the Palliser, Bayview and Pump
Hill (PBP) Volunteer Appreciation Evening. I was pleased to see
such extensive participation and community engagement at
these events. The government of Alberta has been working
hard to further the progress of Alberta and planning initiatives for the upcoming years. The government will be investing 120 million over two years for new long-term care spaces;
$90 million over two years to expand public home care; $10
million annually for mental health services and resources;
and increased supports for senior health care, including drug,
dental, optical and supplemental health benefits. Furthermore, the government is investing in our students by hiring
530 more teachers and support staff; investing $45 million to
reduce the burden of school fees on families; and pledging
$23.6 billion over three years in stable, predictable funding to
fully cover student enrollment growth. The relationship with
indigenous communities is also being renewed with Aboriginal, First Nations and Métis Albertans, as we walk alongside
Indigenous people on the journey of reconciliation.
It has been my great pleasure to represent you all and be
your voice. I would like to thank you for being not only valuable, responsible and caring citizens but also for showing
excellent stewardship towards our communities.
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NEPTUNE PLUMBING & HEATING LTD: Qualified
journeymen plumbers/gasfitters, very experienced
in Braeside. Upfront pricing. Reliable, conscientious,
fully guaranteed. Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. 24 hour
emergency service call 403-255-7938. “Showering
you with great service.”
BRYAN’S PLUMBING, GAS FITTING: Master plumber, gasfitter, 30 years of experience. Fully licensed and
insured. Repairs, renovations, faucet replacements
and hot water tanks (great prices). Poly B replacement, free estimates, free advice. Call Bryan 403-5606547 or brenmak@telus.net.
ELECTRICITY IS NOT A HOBBY: Call a licensed Electrician and Pot Light Specialist. No job is too small.
Excellent rates. Please call John at 403-281-5002 /
403-708-6555.
CONCRETE CUTTING FOR BASEMENT WINDOWS,
DOORS & FLOORS: New openings or enlargements
cut into foundation for basement windows and
doors. Enlarge your existing basement windows to
meet fire code for bedrooms, from cutting basement windows, doorways to supply and install quality windows, window-well, weeping-tile, core drilling, excavation and anything concrete cutting. Call
403-570-0555 or text 403-680-0611. Email: info@
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NEIGHBOURHOOD CONFLICT? Community Mediation Calgary Society (CMCS) is a no cost mediation and
conflict coaching service that can help you resolve
problems and restore peace! We help neighbours be
neighbours again! www.communitymediation.ca,
403-269-2707.
JUNK TO THE DUMP / ODD JOBS: Disposal of any
household unwants. Reno clean-ups. Move in/out
garbage removal. Disposal/recycling of appliances/
electronics. Reno moves. Very prompt service, best
prices and satisfaction always guaranteed! We load.
Senior Discount. Please call Sanil for your free estimate at 403-616-2758.
ELLA THE BARBER: For all customers, I moved to
Braeside Barber Shop #106 1919 Southland Dr. SW.
Phone: 403-259-3244. Working hours: Tuesday to Friday, 9am to 6pm and Saturday, 8am to 5pm.
K2 BOOKEEPING: Are you too busy to keep up with
your bookkeeping? Experienced bookkeeper now
accepting new clients. Specializing in small to medium sized business. Twelve years of experience with
QuickBooks and Simply Accounting, GST, Payroll,
WCB Filing, T4 Filing, and competitive rates. Phone
Katie 403-870-0737.
KLEIN HOME IMPROVEMENTS: Bathroom renos,
tiles, drywall and taping, interior doors and mouldings. Interior and Exterior painting, complete basement development. Licensed, insured, referrals, competitive rates. Call 403-680-3259.
MASSAGE-U-WELL CLINIC: Registered massage
therapists and acupuncturist. #12-523 Woodpark
Blvd. S.W. Book online: www.massage-u-well.com
Phone: 403-475-0368.
CUSTOM KITCHEN & VANITY CABINETS: At big box
store price, 10’ x 10’ L kitchen starting at $6000, granite tops starting at $2500. Free quotes, computerized
drawings and professional consulting backed by 20
years of experience. Call Gavin at Room To Room
Cabinets Inc. 403-630-3401.
GARAGE DOORS AND OPENERS: Sales, repairs, replacements, quick service on broken springs and
emergencies. 25 years of experience. Door sales on
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COUNCILLOR, WARD 11
BRIAN PINCOTT
www.ward11calgary.ca
Assessment
In early January the Assessment Department mailed out
the 2014 Assessment Notices to property and business
owners in Calgary. The City is currently in the Customer
Review Period, which ends on March 7, 2016. If you have
not already done so, I encourage you to review your assessment notice to ensure that the information it contains is accurate. The Assessment Department can be
reached via telephone at 403-268-2888, and many questions can be answered at www.calgary.ca/assessment.
Any inquiries received within the 2015 Customer Review Period will be reviewed by an assessor, and appropriate action taken. This sometimes includes amending
an assessment to ensure that it is accurate.
When reviewing your 2015 property assessment, please
remember that under provincial legislation the value of
your property reflects the market value of the property
on July 1, 2014 and the physical condition as of December 31, 2014, meaning any improvements made in this
timeframe will appear on your assessment.
Southwest BRT
There is lots of talk on the SW BRT Transitway and how
it affects you and your community. The Southwest Transitway will provide high-quality, efficient and a reliable
level of service for communities in southwest Calgary.
The Transitway will serve southwest communities,
downtown and major destinations including Southland Leisure Centre, Glenmore Landing, Heritage Park,
Rockyview Hospital, Mount Royal University, and Currie
Barracks. The service includes constructing new bus stations, which will provide transit customers with heated
waiting facilities and real-time travel information. Buses
will run every 10 minutes in peak hours, and every 20
minutes in off-peak hours.
BRT Ridership Figures
The Southwest Transitway infrastructure will be used
by both the new BRT service as well as local bus routes
which may be able to use a portion of the Transitway.
Calgary Transit recently completed existing ridership
counts for current routes that will connect with, or are
anticipated to use the infrastructure built as part of by
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CALGARY
Nestle into nature this
Family Day weekend
Family Day is a great time to reconnect with loved
ones - a time to slow down, focus on family and create lasting memories together. Finding activities for
the holiday weekend that everyone will enjoy can be
challenging, but rest assured, this year it will be a walk
in the park.
The City of Calgary will be hosting free We Are Family
events throughout the Family Day weekend at three
of Calgary’s beautiful parks. Grab your skates and join
us on Saturday, February 13 at Carburn Park or Sunday, February 14 at Prince’s Island Park for ice skating,
fireside nature activities and family-friendly fun.
If you prefer an indoor celebration, drop by Devonian
Gardens, Calgary’s downtown tropical oasis, on holiday Monday, February 15. We will have entertainment
for all ages, including nature games, crafts and a variety of animal furs and bones to see and touch.
All events run from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
For more information about our We Are Family events,
visit calgary.ca/parks.
the Southwest Transitway Project. Ridership numbers
shown are average all day passenger trips and take into
account both directions of travel (see attached Southwest Transitway Ridership figure for reference):
Crowchild into Downtown (Routes 18, 20, 63, 112, 181):
5,200 passengers/weekday
Glenmore Trail over the Reservoir (Routes 20, 47, 72, 73,
182): 3,500 passengers/weekday
Rockyview Hospital (Routes 20, 306): 1,300 passengers/
weekday
Southland Drive at 14th St SW (Routes 16, 56, 79, 80, 84):
1,600 passengers/weekday
The Transitway Team is going out to Ward 11 communities with more public information sessions this month
and next. Additional facts and information are available
online at calgary.ca/swtransitway, as well as through the
Ward 11 office.
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COMMUNITY
911
ALL EMERGENCY CALLS
Alberta Adolescent Recovery Centre
Alberta Health Care
AHS Addictions Hotline
ATCO Gas – 24 Hour Emergency
Calgary HEALTH LINK 24/7
Calgary Police – Non Emergency
Calgary Women’s Emergency Shelter
Child Abuse Hotline
Kids Help Line
Child Safe Canada
Distress/Crisis Line
ENMAX – Power Trouble
Poison Centre - Alberta
HOSPITALS / URGENT CARE
Alberta Children’s Hospital
Foothills Hospital
Peter Lougheed Centre
Rockyview General Hospital
Sheldon M. Chumir Health Centre
South Calgary Urgent Care Health Centre
South Health Campus
OTHER
Calgary Humane Society
Calgary Parking Authority
SeniorConnect
Calgary Kerby Elder Abuse Line
Alberta One-Call Corporation
City of Calgary
Kerby Centre for the 55 plus
Community Mediation Calgary Society
RNR Lockworks Ltd.
Road Conditions – Calgary
Weather Information
Gamblers Anonymous
403.253.5250
403.310.0000
1.866.332.2322
403.245.7222
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403.234.7233
1.800.387.5437
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