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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.

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!

Here’s to another great year, in Canada’s greatest city.

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Baby & ToddlerMusic classes,9:30-11:30 amStarts October 5Calgary Rakushinkan11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Art Class9:00 am - noon12:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Stay and Play10:00 am - noon

Sportball1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday SaturdayEvEnts CalEndar

Drop in Badminton9:30 am - 12:30 pm

Children’s Spanish 3-5 yrs w/experience, Mondays 10:15-11:15am

Children’s Spanish w/o experience, Mondays 4:00-5:00pm

Seniors’ Drop-in 1:00 pm - 3:30pm

Foxy Kickboxing6:00 pm - 7:00pm

Capoeira Kids Monday 7:15-8:05pm

Knitting Club9am-noon

Fresh Food Basket4-6pm

Cool Choir, 7:30-9:30pm

Flea Market7:00 am - 3:00 pm

Farmers’ Market 1st & 3rd Wednesday, 3-7pm

Foxy Kickboxing6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Life Drawing7:00 - 10:00

Beginner to Intermediate Watercolour Art ClassesWednesdays 9am-noon

Drop in Badminton9:30 am - 12:30 pm

HYDRA Taekwondo7:00 pm -8:00 pm

Book Club 7:00pm-9:00pmThird Thursday of Every Month

Little Dragons Karate 6:00-7:00pm

Children’s Art Classes (6-8 yrs) 3:30-4:30pm(9-11 yrs) 5-6:30pm (12-17 yrs) 7-8:30pm

Chair Yoga1:30-2:15pm

Sportball (2-3yrs) 10am-10:45am &

Sportball (3-5yrs)10:45-11:45am

Arty Pants, Calgary Art club, 5:15-6:45pm

Drop in Badminton Mon / Thu • Pay to Play Minimum $3.00 • 9:30 am-12:30 pm

Children’s Spanish w/ or w/o experience, Tuesdays 9:00-10:00am

Gentle Flow Yoga Tuesdays, 10:00am

Kids Karate 6:00-7:00pm

Cardio Karate Bootcamp Tuesdays 7:00-8:00pm

Beginner to Advanced Watercolour & Acrylic Art Classes 9-noon, 12:30-3:30pm

HYDRA Taekwondo7:00 pm -8:00 pm

Drop In ESL Club7:15-8:45pm

Program Phone NumbersFlea Market Bonnie Constable Ext. 231 (drop in on Sundays, or leave a message - calls returned on Sundays only) Drop in Badminton 403-283-0554 ext 232HYDRA Taekwondo Brad 403-809-8856Foxy Kickboxing Jessica 1-888-974-FOXY (3699)Drop-in ESL club Nicoleta Vulcu 403-283-0554 ext 232Life Drawing Class Susanne [email protected] Club Anisa [email protected] Children Spanish Guilliana 403-835-2650ClassesKids Karate Richard Fossey 403-203-8710Art Classes Nicoleta Vulcu 403-283-0554 ext 232Capoeira [email protected] Support Network Amanda Palmer Ext. 247 amanda.p@ hsca.caCoordinator

Upcoming Events

Community Centre1320 5 Avenue NW, Calgary, AB T2N 0S2Phone: 403 283-0554 Fax: 403 270-3130www.hsca.ca

All of our staff can be reached at the extensions listed through our main reception number at 403-283-0554 Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm.

Board of directorsJeremy van Loon Board ChairKen Uyeda Vice ChairMichelle Duxbury SecretaryBuki Akinlade TreasurerKerri Treherne Chair Community Vitalization Committee & Chair Emergency Planning & Response CommitteeRobert McKercher Chair Hillhurst Sunnyside Planning Committee (HSPC)Andrew Kuzma Member at LargeSusanne Dicocco Member at LargeLouisa Lungu Member at LargeVACANT Member at LargeVACANT Member at LargeVACANT Member at Large

staff ListingQuentin Sinclair Executive Director Ext. 221 [email protected] Vulcu Front Office/Garden/Volunteer Coordinator Ext. 232 [email protected] VACANT Rentals Ext. 223 [email protected] Chong Community Planning Ext. 229 [email protected] Clark Communications Lead Ext. 226 [email protected] Jaimie Hagman-Athom Out of School Care Director OOSC 403-270-9703, [email protected] Martel OOSC Program Manager 403-270-9705, [email protected] Kavanagh Facility Coordinator Ext. 230 [email protected] Olson Seniors’ Services Ext. 224 [email protected] Stenson Community Food Program Supervisor Ext. 228 [email protected] Woodman Controller Ext. 222 [email protected] Sunnyside Daycare Sunshine and Rainbow Rooms 403-270-9703Bonnie Constable Flea Market Coordinator Ext. 231 (drop in on Sundays, or leave a message - calls returned on Sundays only) Amanda Palmer Neighbour Support Network Coordinator Ext. 247 amanda.p@ hsca.caDavid Wartman Encore Fellowship [email protected]

Flea Market Sundays 7am-3pm

Indoor Farmers’ Market 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the Month 3-7pm

Maker Creative WorkshopFebruary 4, 7-9pm

Comic Fair February 6, 13 & 27, 10am-4pm

Community Planning Committee Meeting February 9, 7-9pm

New Age Fair February 13, 10am-4pm

Rocky Mountain Folk Club February 19 & 26, Doors @ 7:30pm

Antique & Collectible Market February 20, 10am-4pm

2016 HSCA Memberships on Sale Now!When you purchase an HSCA membership, you’re supporting great community programming in Hillhurst Sunnyside. You’re also eligible for discounts at local area businesses, and you can opt in to receive updates on what’s happening in and around your neighbourhood.

To register online visit www.hsca.ca/about/membership , drop into the centre anytime between 8:30am-4:00pm Monday-Friday to purchase from Nico, or complete and mail in your payment and registration form (see page 35).

HSCA thanks you for your continued support. We look forward to a fantastic 2016.


FREE COMMUNITY PROGRAMMING FOR FEBRUARY 2016MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

11-2:30pm Expressions Art & Craft at WINS 411 14 St. NW4-6pmFresh Food Basket at HSCA 1320 5 Ave. NW

21-2:30pmParenting Group at WINS 325 10 St. NW7:15-8:45pmDrop in ESL Club at HSCA 1320 5 Ave. NW

3 46-8pmNeighbour Support Network at WINS 325 10 St. NW

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81-2:30pm Expressions Art & Craft at WINS 411 14 St. NW4-6pmFresh Food Basket at HSCA 1320 5 Ave. NW6-9pmFood Fit at HSCA 1320 5 Ave.NW


1011-2pmFood Fit at WINS 325 10 St. NW

116-8pmNeighbour Support Network at WINS 325 10 St. NW

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If you are a community group or business offering free community-based programming in Hillhurst Sunnyside and would like to see it added to future monthly calendars, contact Amanda at 403-283-0554 ext. 247 or [email protected] to discuss.

HSCA Flea MarketCrafts • Furniture • Antiques • Books • CDs Household Items • Treasures Galore and much, much more!

Sundays 7:00 am to 3:00 pm1320 – 5th Avenue NW

Free Admission

HALL RENTALS

FREE COMMUNITY PROGRAMMINGExpressions: Sharing Your Story through Art and CreativityMondays, 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at WINS’ Hillhurst (411 14 St. NW)Come in and have fun expressing your creativity! Light refreshments will be provided.Call Michelle at 403-270-7283 or drop in at WINS to register.

Fresh Food BasketMondays, 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at HSCA (1320 5 Ave. NW)If you need support in accessing fresh fruits and vegetables, drop by to pick up a small bag of produce. This program is intended for anyone who is facing financial barriers to accessing food. Questions? Contact Amanda at 403-283-0554 ext. 247 or at [email protected].

Food FitMondays, 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at HSCA (1320 5 Ave. NW) or Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at WINS’ 10th Street (325 10 St. NW)

Are you ready to improve your basic cooking skills and learn new recipes? Join in a 30-minute group walk each week? Share healthy meals with new friends and work as a team? Make a 12 week commitment to learn how you can become a healthier you? Join us and start 2016 off on the right foot!

To join, call Kate at 403-283-0554 ext. 228 or email [email protected].

Parenting GroupTuesdays, 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at WINS’ 10th Street (325 10 St. NW)

If you are interested in learning about Ages and Stages, Positive Discipline, Safety and building self-esteem in our children, please sign up with Michelle at WINS or call 403-269-4670.

Drop in ESL ClubTuesdays, 7:15 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. at HSCA (1320 5 Ave. NW)Join us an in an informal setting learn to improve vocabulary, pronunciation and idiom use, organize thought and express an idea effectively, discuss current events, community and other relevant topics, and appreciate Canadian history, literature and music. For further information, contact Nico at 403-283-0554 ext. 232.

Neighbour Support Network Thursdays, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at WINS’ 10th Street (325 10 St. NW)Interested in meeting your neighbours? Looking for something fun to do once a week at no cost? Want to learn more about issues and topics important to you?

For more information or to join, call Amanda at 403-283-0554 ext. 247 or email [email protected].

OPEN HOUSE: FEBRUARY 1ST, 2016 • 4:30 – 5:30 P.M.Come and meet our teachers and see our large, beautiful classroom!

GENERAL REGISTRATION: FEB. 22TH, 2016 • 5-6 P.M.You will be asked to complete a form and provide 11 cheques

Pre-K AGES 3-5 - 2, 3, OR 5 CLASSES PER WEEKWe 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.

KINDERGARTEN ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM (KE) - $500.00 / monthProgram includes Lunch Care supervision and 5 half days per week literacy focused program. Half day Kindergarten students can stay at school for the full hours of the regular school day. Program description please read “Pre-K section above”

OUT OF SCHOOL CARE (OSC) Grades K-6REGISTRATION ON-GOING BY EMAILING THE REGISTRAR.Kindergarten children may combine this program with Kindergarten Enhancement (See above)Operating hours: 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Before care only / $275.00 per month After care only / $325.00 per month Before AND After Care / $450.00 per month

Registrar: Melanie at (403) 605-2988 / [email protected] Website: www. Pre-KindergartenEd.com

PRE-KINDERGARTEN EDUCATIONAL SERVICESSunnyside School - 211-7 Street NWPre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten Enhancement and Out of School CareREGISTRATION FOR FALL 2016-2017


The Neighbour Support Network is back!Interested in meeting your neighbours?Looking for something fun to do once a week at no cost?Want to learn more about issues and topics important to you?

Join us Thursdays from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Women In Need Society’s Family Resource Centre (325 10th St. NW).

For more information, visit www.hsca.ca/hillhurst-sunnyside-connects/ or contact Amanda Palmer at [email protected] or 403-283-0554 ext. 247.

Childminding Support NeededDo you love spending time playing with children and toddlers? We’ve got just the role for you! We are seeking childminding volunteers to care for children while we run programming with adult participants.

Dates and Times:Thursdays from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., starting February 4 until April 7.

Childminding volunteers will be asked to:•engage in one on one play and/or group activities with

children and toddlers•attend to children’s basic needs•be a model for positive behaviour

If you are interested or for more information, please contact Amanda Palmer at 403-283-0554 ext. 247 or [email protected].

Get Involved!Is one of your goals for 2016 to get more involved in your community? We’re looking for volunteers to assist with a variety of initiatives around food and community engagement. Get in touch with us to find out more by contacting Amanda Palmer at 403-283-0554 ext. 247 or [email protected].

Soccer Registration is now open!February 1st – March 15th(After March 15, registrations will be determined based upon availability of teams)

For more information and to register go online at hillhurstsunnyside.org (under child and youth/or-ganized sports) or talk to Shannon at 403.270.9705 or [email protected]

Fees for 2016 are $70, and an HSCA Family Member-ship is needed at the cost of $20.

Soccer season runs from mid-April to the end of June.

There are various leagues available:•U4 (3, 4 year olds)•U6 (5, 6 year olds)•U8 (7, 8 year olds)•U10 (9, 10 year olds)•U12 (11, 12 year olds)•U14 (13, 14 year olds)

The age of your child on January 1st, 2016 will deter-mine the level in which your child qualifies for.

Want to volunteer? We have MANY opportunities!! Please email Shannon at [email protected]

Looking forward to a fantastic season!

2016 CASINOHSCA has been scheduled for a Casino on Wednesday and Thursday May 18, and 19, 2016. We have been moved by gaming to Casino Calgary for this event (1420 Meridian Road NE) which is approximately lo-cated on the corner of Barlow and 16th Ave.

As in previous years, there are 3 shifts each day, two in the casino proper and one for the count room. Volun-teers can work more than one shift, but cannot work more than one position.

The day shift is from approximately 11:00 am to 6:00 pm, with the evening shift starting from approximately 5:30 to 3:00 am when the casino closes. Some of the positions during this shift, may end earlier than 3:00 am. The Count Room shift starts between 9:00 and 10:00 pm and ends around 3:00 am. Times will be con-firmed closer to the date.

Key positions / General Manager; Banker; Cashier and Count Room Supervisor, require the completion of a worker application form, that needs to be sent to Gaming 90 days prior to the event.

Please call Debbie at 403–283–0554 ext 224 if you would like more information or would like to sign up for a position. The sooner you connect with me the more likely you will be able to work the position and shift you would prefer. We will also need some back up volunteers who would be able to come out last minute if something comes up and a volunteer is unable to make their commitment.

This is an important fundraiser for the community cen-tre so please come out and support us if you are able.

Hillhurst-Sunnyside Community Association

2016 Good Food Box Dates

Order By Noon on: Pick Up Date:THURSDAYDec 23 (Wednesday) Jan.14Jan. 22 Feb. 4Feb. 26 Mar.10 Apr. 1 Apr 14Apr 29 May 12 May 27 Jun 9Aug19 Sept. 1 Sept 16 Sept. 29 Oct 14 Oct 27Nov 10 (Thursday) Nov 24

N.B. NO GOOD FOOD BOXES IN JULY, AUGUST & DECEMBER.

The Good Food Box may include:Potatoes, onions, carrots, tomatoes, oranges, celery,bananas, cauliflower, apples, melon, cabbage,cucumber, grapes, lettuce, green peppers, etc.

•Jumbo Box: Includes approximately 40 pounds of produce. Cost: $ 35.00•Family Box: Includes approximately 30 pounds of

produce. Cost: $ 30.00•Senior/Single Box: Includes approximately 20

pounds of produce. Cost: $ 25.00

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COMMUNITY PlANNING & dEvElOPMENT UPdATECOMMUNITY PLANNING UPDATEThe Hillhurst Sunnyside Planning Committee (HSPC) is a group of dedicated volunteers in the community. HSPC meets on the second Tuesday of every month to discuss planning and development proposals in the community. Our next meeting will take place on Tuesday February 9th from 7-9pm at the HSCA building. Guests and interested volunteers are very welcome to attend. We look forward to seeing you there!

PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT UPDATESConstruction InformationOur community has been going through major redevelop-ment over the last few years. Are you a resident affected by a nearby construction site? The City of Calgary and the Ca-nadian Home Builders’ Association have a new resource, the Residential Construction Site Safety Best Practices Guide.

Check it out at http://www.calgary.ca/PDA/pd/Pages/ Inspections/Residential-Construction-Site-Safety.aspx.

Residents can also contact the City by calling 311 to ask for more information, got to 311 online at www.calgary.ca/311 or use the mobile phone app to report any incidences.

Triangle Site | 1020 2nd Avenue NWThe triangular shaped lot currently occupied by ContainR is a site that is owned by the City of Calgary and will be eventually redeveloped to accommodate affordable and mixed market housing. Phase 1 of the public engagement, which took place in December 2015 is complete and Phase 2 is set to commence soon.

Visit www.calgary.ca/sunnyside-triangle for more informa-tion as it becomes available, including details on how you can get involved and provide your feedback! City contact: [email protected].

Green Line LRT | North Leg Community ConsultationsThe City of Calgary is exploring options to take the Green Line LRT from 16th Ave NW, travelling south through Cres-cent Heights, across the river, and into Eau Claire/China-town through to 10th Ave SW. Three of the five options show a bridge over Prince’s Island that could impact McHugh Bluff Park in Sunnyside.

Public consultation will take place for the various segments of the Centre Street North leg of the Green Line on Febru-ary 2, 3, 9, 10, and 11. Locations and times for each event should be announced in late January. Follow the HSCA on

social media (facebook.com/hillhurstsunnyside and twitter.com/hillhurstsunny) for more updates.

Please visit www.calgary.ca/greenline for more information.

Kensington Legion Redevelopment | 1910 Kensington Road NWThis is a major redevelopment proposal in nearby West Hillhurst. Site #1 includes a new 4-storey building (21m) for the Legion/offices and a mixed-use 8 storey (31m) terraced and stepped back building for Site #2, which will add com-mercial amenities and 210 residential units to the site.

As of December 17th, City Administration and Cal-gary Planning Commission (CPC) have each provided their recommendations to approve the higher Land Use Amendment (re-zoning) for the combined site and to approve the Development Permit for Building #1. Read City Administration’s report to CPC at http://www. calgar y.ca/PDA/pd/Pages/Public-notices/Calgar y- Planning-Commission-agenda/Calgary-Planning-Commission- agenda.aspx.

This development proposal will be presented before City Council on Monday February 8th, 2016 for final approval. Council hearings are open to the public; interested residents can check out CivicCamp’s Insiders Guide to Council and Committee Meetings (type this into your internet search bar) for more information if they wish to attend or make a 5-minute presentation to Council.

A copy of the agenda for the Council hearing will be avail-able on www.agendaminutes.calgary.ca a few days before the meeting. There, you can watch a live broadcast of City Council on the February 8th hearing date.

If you would like to get involved with the West Hillhurst/Hillhurst residents’ group on this project, please contact [email protected].

Visit www.calgary.ca/legion or www.engage264.ca for more information.

OtherTo learn more about the other exciting projects going on in our community, please visit the HSCA Community Plan-ning news forum online by typing [bit.ly/hscaplanning] in your internet browser. Visitors can read more about the individual projects that volunteers are currently working on by clicking on “Circles” at the left hand side to check out the list. You can also make comments or check out what others have posted

Questions or comments? Would you like to get involved with community planning? Please send us a line c/o [email protected]!

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Spring Softball/Fastpitch Registration for YouthNose Creek Softball offers a community based program for young

athletes to learn new skills, make new friends and have fun!

PROGRAMS OFFERED:Girls Teams from U10 to U19

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All of our athletes have the opportunity to:•Age appropriate skill development•Play with other athletes of equivalent skill level•Participate in at least one (1) tournament•Use premium softball equipment

Indoor Drop-In Clinics on Now!Spring Session runs from mid-April to end of June

Online Registration is Now Open!For more information or to Register: www.nosecreeksoftball.ca

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SENIOR SYNERGY SENIOR SYNERGY cont'dAnything special you would like to know about or see in this part of the Voice? Give Debbie a call. I would love to use your ideas and suggestions.

Check out the community website for past and upcom-ing information for and about seniors.

CARYA (Formerly Calgary Family Services)Outreach workers are available to provide support to individuals 65 years and older. If you have questions or concerns about finances, home support services, grief, transportation, housing, supportive counseling, caregiver support etc. or would like more information, connect with Central Intake (The Way In) by calling 403 - 736 – 4677 (403 SENIORS). Alternately call me and I will talk more with you about the support the Outreach Team may be able to provide you with.

WE’VE GOT YOUR MONDAYS COVERED:Seniors Monday Morning GroupCome meet the seniors on Monday mornings from 9:00 to 12:00 for knitting, crocheting, conversation coffee or learning. Everyone is welcome. Come for a visit, see what they are working on, and check out the projects they have for sale, join them for coffee or learn how to knit or crochet with help from the ladies. They love to have people come for a visit and check out what they do. So come by one Monday morning if you are looking for a new activity or just want to visit, join the group in the Hearth. See you on Mondays.

Seniors Monday Afternoon GroupThis group meets each Monday from about 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. for cards, refreshments, and socializing. This free and informal drop-in group welcomes interested seniors to come out and meet with others for some so-cialization.

Community Assistance For SeniorsThis program is committed to providing supports to se-niors in HSCA and 11 other communities to help seniors remain in their homes for as long as possible or as long as they choose.

Currently the program’s main supports are housekeep-ing, snow removal and yard work. More information is available on the website or you can call Debbie at 403 – 283 – 0554 ext 224 to learn more about these programs.

DID YOU KNOW?Age Friendly Calgaryhttp://www.calgary.ca/CSPS/CNS/Documents/seniors/ Seniors_Age_Friendly_Strategy.pdf

The Age-Friendly Strategy for the City of Calgary is in-tended to develop a community-wide strategy based on the framework of the World Health Organization (WHO). Initially started in July of 2013, the strategy has identified six community priorities as the primary focus to develop a strategy and implementation plane for the Seniors Age-Friendly Strategy. It is anticipated that Cal-gary will be an age friendly city by 2020, addressing the six priorities listed below.

The six local priority areas for Calgary are:1. Access to Information and Services

Improving access to information, services and pro-grams for seniors is a key factor in reducing the social isolation of seniors. Seniors in Calgary mentioned that they do not know where to find the information and services that they need. Seniors who have lim-ited vision, hearing, or English proficiency face ad-ditional barriers to access information and services. Although the rate of seniors with access to the inter-net is increasing, many do not have internet access, or use the internet for a smaller variety of online ac-tivities. Access to information and services is crucial to an age-friendly city because it is a precondition for achieving many of the results in the other local five priority areas.

2. Community Support and HealthAssistance to maintain their health and independence as they age in the community. Access to in-home ser-vices, including support with activities of daily living, home maintenance services, meal delivery, and phys-ical and mental health services, is important for the health of both older adults and family caregivers. In-home safety, especially around falls, is also a concern in an aging population. Older adults are at a higher risk of injury and long-term care admission as a re-sult of injury from falling. Reducing falls is therefore an important aspect of supporting Calgarians to age in the community. In addition, since the 2013 flood, the City of Calgary and community stakeholders have

identified particular needs of vulnerable older adults in terms of emergency preparedness, emergency response, and the combination of housing and ser-vices that are required to support the most vulnerable older adults to age in the community.

3. HousingApproximately 85% of Canadians aged 55 and older would prefer to remain in their current residence for as long as possible, even if they experience changes to their health. Therefore, all housing providers, not only those who develop purpose-built retirement residences, assisted living facilities, and long-term care centres, have a role to play in providing housing for an aging population. However, despite the prefer-ence to age in one’s current home, many seniors do find that they need to seek other housing options for reasons of affordability, accessibility, proximity to family and friends, availability of amenities, to down-size to a less expensive housing option, or because of changes in family composition (e.g. “empty nest”), to reduce home maintenance workload and expenses, or to form new relationships within a co-op or co-housing situation. The probability of moving to a sup-portive living or long-term care setting increases with age. People who enter their senior years without ad-equate retirement income or savings may struggle to meet housing costs, and may need to seek more af-fordable housing options. To maintain social support and networks as well as a sense of comfort and secu-rity, subsidized seniors housing buildings, supportive living facilities, and long-term care centres need to be located in the communities where older adults live.

4. Participation and InclusionOlder adults contribute to the community in many ways, including through leadership, mentorship, volunteering, employment, philanthropy, com-munity development, and caregiving. Many have stayed active and engaged throughout their lives through participation in physical, social, intellectual, and cultural opportunities. However, Calgary’s aging population is very diverse, and many experience so-cial isolation, ageism, physical and cognitive health challenges, and other barriers that limit their partici-

pation and sense of inclusion in the community. Fur-ther research is needed in order to better understand the needs of socially isolated seniors, and to validate innovative and promising practices for addressing social isolation.

5. Prevention and Response to Elder AbuseElder abuse can take many forms, including emotional, financial, medication, physical, sexual abuse, and neglect. The two most commonly reported types of abuse in Canada are financial and emotional, though many cases of elder abuse go unreported. Elder abuse is often committed by a person in a position of trust, such as a family member, friend, or caregiver. Older adults who have few social connections, lan-guage barriers, or cognitive impairment may face additional challenges in reporting abuse. Local stake-holders have identified a need for a more coordinated community response to elder abuse in Calgary, and sustainable services in the areas of awareness and prevention, education and training, and response.

6. Transportation and MobilityTransportation, including driving, walking, and us-ing accessible and affordable transportation ser-vices, is a key factor influencing active aging. Being able to move about the city determines social and civic participation and access to community and health services. Older age increases the risk of losing the ability to drive due to illnesses that affect vision, motor function, and/or cognitive abilities, which increase the demand for other forms of transpor-tation. In addition, walking is an important means of transportation. Walking for transportation or for recreation has health benefits for people of all ages. Throughout the public engagement process for the Seniors Age-Friendly Strategy, older adults and oth-er stakeholders identified accessibility challenges within the pedestrian environment in Calgary, par-ticularly in the winter

If you have any questions regarding information above, other seniors’ services or need to find out who to con-tact to help a senior, whether in our community or somewhere else, call Debbie (403.283.0554 ext 224) and I will do my best to help point you in the right direction. Just give me a call.

Also check out our website www.hsca.ca and click on the seniors tab. I try to put new material and infor-mation onto the site for seniors and caregivers every couple of months.

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winter art Classes at hsCaTo register, please contact Nico at 403-283-0554 ext 232, [email protected] or visit www.hsca.ca to register online.

I. Sam Baillie course descriptionCourse will include:The BasicsCovering students materials;-Paints, brushes, paper/canvases.Basic Color Theory;-Color wheel and mixing colors.The instructor will touch on techniques each depen-dent on medium used and establish level of experience. From that point this will equip students in their endea-vours to work towards their own independent painting projects. Students will work at their own pace and be given one on one instruction on a rotational basis in an easy going manner. It’s all about having fun!

Art Class Winter 2016Watercolor & AcrylicBeginner to Advanced Instructor Sam BaillieTuesdays 9:00 am – 12:00 pm (12 weeks)January 12, 19, 26February 2, 9, 16, 23March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29Cost $165 HSCA community member, $180 Non- member

Art Class Winter 2016Watercolor & AcrylicBeginner to Advanced Instructor Sam BaillieTuesdays 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm (12 weeks)January 12, 19, 26February 2, 9, 16, 23March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29Cost $165 HSCA community member, $180 Non- member

II. Caroline Ashley course descriptionIntroduction to Acrylic Painting (Instructor - Caroline Ashley)

This course is designed for beginners and those who have minimal painting experience. Students will learn the basics of handling acrylic paints and brushes and explore a variety of techniques and subject matter through demonstrations and individual attention. The class objective is to provide the “tools” necessary to paint with confidence and to develop within the stu-dent the ability to see the world the way artists’ see. As-signments will be given as well as encouragement to express their own individual creativity.

Art Class 2016 WinterAcrylic- Beginner & IntermediateInstructor Caroline AshleyFriday 9 AM – 12 PM (12 weeks)January 15, 22, 29February 5, 12, 19, 26March 4, 11, 18 (No class on March 25, Good Friday)April 1, 8Cost $160.00 HSCA community member, $175.00 non- members

III. Kathy Aldous – Schleindl course descriptionArt Classes for Kids and Teens: Be creative and have fun while learning art skills! These classes are taught by an experienced art teacher who is also an artist and de-signer. The classes cover drawing and painting skills as well as art history.

Art Class Winter 2016Children’s Class (age 9-11)Instructor Kathy Aldous-SchleindlThursdays 5:00 PM -6:30 PM (six weeks)January 7, 14, 21, 28February (No class on February 4) 11, 18Cost $80.00 HSCA community member, $95.00 non- member

Art Class Winter 2016Children’s Class (age 12-17)Instructor Kathy Aldous-SchleindlThursdays 7:00 PM -8:30 PM (six weeks)January 7, 14, 21, 28February (No class on February 4) 11, 18Cost $80.00 HSCA community member, $95.00 non- member

IV. Joy Kaitman- course descriptionWatercolour: Beginner and IntermediateIn these instructional sessions you will learn the basics of painting in Watercolour by exploring paint appli-cation techniques, colour mixing, drawing, compos-ition and design. It’s a great way to begin if you have never painted before and a valuable supplement for those wanting to get a better understanding of the basics. By using fun and informative demonstrations, experiments and open studio sessions this class will enhance your knowledge base for painting in this vi-brant and exciting medium.

Art Class Winter 2016Watercolor- Beginners & IntermediateInstructor Joy KaitmanWednesday 9 AM – 12 PM (12 weeks)January 20, 27February 3, 10, 17, 24March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30April 6Cost $160.00 HSCA community member, $175.00 non- members

The prices do not include the supplies, please ask the front office for the supplies list. Please bring the supplies to the first class.

winter art Classes at hsCa...cont'd

Farmers' Market uPdate

Our winter market is open every 1st and 3rd Wednes-day of the month, from October 28th through to May 4th. We are amazed during each market at the abundance of fresh fruit and vegetables. From mush-rooms cultivated right here in Calgary to Alberta greenhouse grown lettuce and tomatoes, there are wonderful options to choose from. We are excited to announce that True Buch Kombucha will now be at every market with their gut-loving kombucha on tap. If you’re looking for something ultra-nourishing dur-ing these colder months, try out Osso Bueno’s amaz-ing bone broth. It doesn’t stop there, to see the full line-up of vendors you’ll have to pop in and see it for yourself.

The Sweet Beet Stage will also continue to bring great local musicians to the market each week, so come for some entertainment, too! We’d also love to host some new musicians on the stage this season, so get in touch if you’re musical and looking for an audience.

Inquiries of any kind regarding the Farmers’ Market can be sent to Kate Stenson at [email protected], or to 403-283-0554 ext. 228.

REG & OPEN HOUSE Saturday, March 12, from 10am - 12pm

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In remembrance of Alan dunlopAlan Dunlop was a familiar face around this community for many years. He was a dedicated visitor of the weekly flea market and a committed volunteer for the Farmers’ Market. Alan passed away in December.

Many staff, volunteers, market vendors and community members have been touched by Alan’s presence at HSCA over the years and he will remain in all of our thoughts for years to come. His commitment and enthusiasm for the Farmers’ Market were made evident each week. He would arrive hours before the start of the market and sit at a table in the front of the community centre doing a word search while he waited to help with market set-up. After helping with many markets he knew the set-up process well and would jump in, helping wherever he could. Once the market started, Alan would find his chair (very thoughtfully and strategically placed to view all entrances to the market) and he would count market patrons for the four hours of the market, without once losing concentration.

He took pride in this role and had full ownership over it. If market attendance was high, Alan would be beam-ing, if it was low, he would give extensive thought to what might be impacting the number –was the weather bad, was there a hockey game, was it Stampede week. He wanted a reason and he wanted to be sure that we would have a strategy in place to get the numbers up the following week.

We will sincerely miss Alan and our thanks go out to him for his contributions and presence in this community.

Announcing a new partnership We have recently started a new partner-ship with Community Food Centres Canada (CFCC), through which we will be running a new program: FoodFit. CFCC provides resources and a prov-en approach to partner organizations across Canada to create Community Food Centres that bring people together to grow, cook, share, and advocate for good food. CFCC also works with the broader food movement through the Good Food Organizations network. As a member of this organization, HSCA has gained access to a funding partnership with CFCC.

FoodFit was developed by a medical doctor with special interests in preventative care and chronic disease management, and informed by nutritionists. The program

has been successfully piloted by CFCC in 2014 and is now being replicated here and

in British Columbia. We are excited to be embarking on this partnership and look forward to working with com-munity members to make 2016 their healthiest year yet!

Interested in getting involved? The first sessions of FoodFit are underway, but the program will be offered again in the spring and the fall of 2016. Stay tuned for details on how to register.

Thank you to Community Food Centres of Canada for your generous support!

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How the project will flowWe have a jury! There’s a project plan. The process is in motion. We’re excited about how the steps have flowed so far. Here’s what will happen while the volunteers fundraise in the background:•Some students have already completed their designs

and some students are still preparing submissions. We expect to have 21 designs when the student challenge ends 31st March, 2016.•Five anonymous arts professionals have accepted the

invitation to sit as jury members. The jury will review all the student designs and create a short list based on criteria such as artistry and heritage values for our Riley Park.•The City of Calgary has an interest in the designs at

this stage for an impor-tant reason: Riley Park has heritage status. Two Parks Department employees are involved on the sidelines waiting for the shortlist. They will give input into how the short list designs meet heritage criteria.•The jury will send its

short list to our part-ners, IBI Group. Experts at IBI Group will give the short listed designs a professional review of the feasibility, sus-tainability, affordability, and technical details. This technical review is because student de-signers are not yet pro-fessionals.

•IBI Group will return the short listed designs with de-tailed feedback. That feedback may include modifica-tions so designs meet industry best practices and City of Calgary standards.

•The jury will then use IBI Group’s technical feedback and City of Calgary Park’s input to select one design from the short list. The student whose design is selected may have the opportunity to work on any suggested modifi-cations to meet technical code and heritage values.•With the final design selected (we hope for late May,

early June, 2016,) we will send those specifications to our chosen fabricator (in negotiations now) for drink-ing fountain construction.

•Depending on the complexity of the final design and the fabricator’s schedule, the target date for the drink-ing fountain to be installed and operational is late 2016.

Should we start celebration party planning now? Not yet: there’s a lot of funds yet to be raised.

Be part of it: help Riley Park attain a public drinking fountain, for future generations. Donate to make this wonderful, artistic drinking fountain reality, partici-pate as a volunteer organizer, fundraiser, donor, spon-sor, or any other role. Call 403 862 1923 and leave your contact information.

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1257 Kensington Road, NW | 403 283 8000 | www.kensingtonwinemarket.com

Glendronach Batch 12 Tasting Mon Feb 8

Glendronach has quickly become KWM’s top selling whisky. Celebrate the release of the Batch 12 vintages with a range tasting featuring whiskies from 1995, 1994, 1990 and 1972. $200

American Whiskey Tue Feb 9 There is more to American whiskey than just Bourbon. Join us as we take you on a journey featuring Tennessee straight wheat, malt, rye and other styles. $25

American Wine Festival Fri Feb 12 It’s a Route 66 wine extravaganza of the best of the US. Coast to coast, we’ll pop the cork on every major region with a few surprises. Sign up now as tickets are limited. $40

Classic Cocktails: Gin Tue Feb 16 Join us for a deconstruction of gin based cocktails. We’ll teach you the basics ofthe spirit and how to make some flashy gin based drinks to impress your friends. $15

Closed Distilleries of Scotland Thr Feb 18

The whiskies are getting older, rarer and more expensive with every passing year. We’re not saying this is the last hurrah… just that as time runs out supplies dwindle and prices goes up.

$200

En Francais! Edition Bordeaux Tue Feb 23

Join our resident francophone, Christine Parent, for a standup tasting of the best of Bordeaux. Joignez-vous à notre francophone en résidence, Christine Parent, pour une dégustation de vin conviviale, en francais! Région à l’honneur: Bordeaux. This tasting will be conducted in French.

$30

Masi Vintage Amarone Tasting Tue Mar 1

This tasting will feature cellared Amarone wines from “Vaio Amaron”, “Campolongo di Torbe” and “Mazzano” dating back to the 90’s including the Masi Angelorum Recioto, an Amarone-like dessert wine.

$45

What’s Next, Beer & Cheese! Thr Mar 3 Think wine and cheese make the prefect match! Think again! Beer is cheese’s true soul mate. $10

Speyside Whisky Festival Thr Mar 10 Most of Scotland’s distilleries are found in the watershed of the River Spey. This whisky festival will highlight these drams and the distilleries they come from $50

Cabernet Taste Off! Fri Mar 11 You’ll know the grape but not the country. Join us to test your taste geography. Winner (s) takes home a bottle of the class favorite! Stand up format. $25

The Rhone Valley: North vs South Tue Mar 15

The Rhone River is the umbilical cord tying these vastly different growing regions together. Let’s travel her breadth to explore the astonishing differences these slopes have to offer. $25

Asian Whisky Thr Mar 17 Icons We’ll highlight some world renowned whiskies from Japan, Taiwan and Indiaand try to taste what all the fuss is about. $60

Italian Wine Festival Fri Mar 18 Mama Mia, it’s gonna be a feast! The wine, the food, the music….all Italian. Whocould resist such an invitation? Tickets strictly limited. $40

Master Malt Tue Mar 22 We pull out all the stops featuring whiskies that are very old, very rare and verypricey. This is a tasting that will never be repeated again. $130

Burgundy Bargains Thr Mar 24 An oxymoron? Maybe not! Burgundy always gets a bad rap on price. Let’s see ifwe can prove the critics wrong. Cheese, of course, from Peasant Cheese, right next door. $20

Cheese Please Fri Mar 25 Bubbles and cheese, who can resist! Crystal McKenzie from Peasant Cheese will pairsome of our best with some of her best. Stand up format. $40

Classic Cocktails: Whisky Tue Mar 29Join us for a deconstruction of whisky based cocktails. We’ll teach you the basicsof the spirit and how to make some classic whisky cocktails to impress your most sophisticated friends.

$25

Intro to Craft Beer Thr Mar 31This one is for those who stand intimidated in front of the daunting amount of craft beer available. We’ll go over some of the brewing process, the histories, and acronyms. All while sampling and exploring the styles!

$10

Classic Malts Fri Apr 1 This is our “classic” introduction to the world of single malt Scotch whisky. You’lldiscover a little history, how it’s made and sample six distinct styles. $40

Tastings start at 7:00pm unless otherwise indicated


HSCA ProgramsGentle Flow YogaFor those wanting a nice gentle practice. Beginners are welcome.

Every Tuesday at 10:00.Please bring a yoga mat. $5.00 drop-in fee.

Chair YogaAn easy approach to yoga, which is slow and steady and will help improve strength, motion and flexibil-ity. It’s perfect for those who are new to yoga or have physical limitations and just want to have a less de-manding and more calming practice.

Thursday 1:30 – 2:15

Hydra TaekwondoClasses 7:00 p.m – 8:00 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday

Hydra Martial Arts is a family friendly martial arts club open to people of all ages. Learn one of the most modern and exciting martial arts.

Maker Creative WorkshopThursday February 4, 7-9pm

Maker offers a monthly art and craft night for the YYC community starving for creative expression. You vote, we provide the time, space and inspiration to create. Come find your artist within.

Join us for our first event for the YYC community - a group of like-minded makers that are craving for a place and space to make awesome things. Starting with a creative exercise, we will put to bed all your fears and inhibitions of ‘not being an artist or creative person’ - whatever that is! Then we will dive in to our workshop project - creating beautiful and unique Wallpaper Stone Coasters. Enjoy good company, refreshments, and a welcoming atmosphere in the beautiful Hearth Room at Hillhurst Sunnyside Com-munity Association.

DINER & BAKERYSweet Savory Sublime

314 10th St NW

YOUR NEW NEIGHBOURHOOD DINERServing Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Desserts & Brunch.

Dine in or Take Out. Sweet & Savory Pies & Up-scale Diner Fare. Featuring whole pies or pie by the slice, as well as wholesome, house-made

comfort food including chicken & waffles, burgers, eggs benedict on fresh-baked biscuits

and in-house crafted sausage

403-802-3141

Calling All PArentsVisit mybabysitter.ca and find available babysitters in and around your community.

Calling All BABysittersEnroll free at mybabysitter.ca and choose the Calgary communities you would like to babysit in.

Disclaimer: We recommend for your own peace of mind that references be checked when choosing your babysitter. This babysitter list is provided as a service to the community and is governed by the terms & conditions outlined at mybabysitter.ca.

Hillhurst-Sunnyside

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Hanna 12 587-580-5733 YesKaiya 12 403-805-1446 YesAnnabel 12 403-616-6489 YesTessa 13 587-432-6045 YesMadison 13 403-850-6001 YesKiera 13 403-922-6067 YesLuc 13 587-435-3896 YesQuinn 13 403-230-7530 YesMaxine 13 403-455-8427 YesMiriam 14 403-774-8880 NoAngela 14 403-288-3410 YesElizabeth 14 587-227-7098 YesNeil 14 403-991-6172 YesFaris 14 403-402-0950 YesJanessa 14 587-830-6585 YesMakenna 14 403-402-3665 YesJake 14 587-832-3005 YesAva 15 403-283-4191 YesMillie 15 403-262-2272 NoAngelica 15 587-223-0215 YesGrace 15 403-282-8823 YesShy-Lynn 15 587-899-2766 YesEthan 15 587-703-7616 YesSarah 15 403-660-0319 NoSarah 15 587-223-3339 YesSebastian 15 403-971-1986 YesJackson 15 403-230-7530 YesRobyn 15 403-651-8085 NoSandy 16 403-617-1516 YesAnna 16 587-969-5335 YesGrace 16 403-604-4366 NoKiona 16 403-248-4588 YesCecilia 17 587-223-1330 YesMackenzie 17 587-220-1384 NoDuncan 18 403-500-9826 YesJordan 18 403-969-6661 NoMaddy 18 587-888-7298 YesMakenzie 18 403-796-7733 YesTeaghan 18 403-560-0238 NoMaddy 18 587-888-7298 Yes

Jane 18 403-966-6488 YesEugene 18 403-703-4488 YesGracia 19 587-969-1296 YesElise 19 403-993-6152 YesTaryn 19 403-999-1777 YesOlivia 20 587-889-9043 YesHaley 20 807-220-1154 YesTory 21 403-971-1061 YesPaméla 21 819-531-2543 NoCarol 21 403-472-9002 YesMaggie 21 403-605-8598 YesBriana 21 403-401-5571 NoSiobhan 22 403-923-9499 NoAlison 23 587-999-1278 YesZara 23 587-703-9212 YesAndrea 23 403-465-0933 NoBlaise 24 587-223-8583 YesSydney 24 403-993-5441 YesMegan 24 403-861-3718 YesJosefa 25 587-437-1252 YesJordan 25 403-969-0165 NoGenevieve 25 581-307-6165 YesNicole 26 587-582-3431 YesChandria 26 587-227-4107 YesCamila 27 403-680-0942 NoChantelle 27 403-354-7370 YesLindsay 29 403-383-1474 NoHeather 29 403-966-5233 YesAmber 30 587-438-4789 YesAndrea 30 587-437-2048 YesDayelle 32 587-755-1878 NoAlexandra 33 587-432-7977 YesChantelle 33 403-510-7474 YesShanila 37 403-805-6904 YesRowena 41 587-894-0713 YesTodd 44 403-585-8463 YesMaria 45 403-818-0560 NoIffat Noreen 57 587-353-9949 YesAnn 65 403-669-4495 No


Residential Leasing Group Inc. Brad Currie, Broker/President

EXECUTIVE HOMES AND CONDOS WANTED For Corporate Rentals in Your CommunityWe are looking for Homes and Condos with 2 bedrooms or more. Modern or upgraded finishings and if a basement exists, developed is preferred.

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Girl Power After SchoolGirl Power After School is looking for more girl leaders! Do you know a girl aged 10-12 who wants to build community with other girls and learn how to use her strengths to change the world? The Women’s Centre still has plenty of space to welcome new girl partici-pants - the more the merrier!

The program is totally FREE! All snacks, supplies and bus tickets are provided. Girls meet Tuesdays and Thursdays at 39-4th Street NE to do fun workshops, ac-tivities and projects. Doors open at 3:30pm, with pro-gramming from 4-5:30pm. The program is drop-in with ongoing sign-up.

The Women’s Centre of Calgary is a safe space for thou-sands of women looking for community, support, and a place to share their stories. Women attend hundreds of free workshops every year, access emergency food hampers and personal care items, and work for change in their communities. We’re thrilled to expand our pro-gramming to support more girls in our city.

Girl Power After School will start up again January 5. Email [email protected] or call 403-264-1155 to sign up. Learn more about the Women’s Centre at www.womenscentrecalgary.org.

BUYING, SELLING, OR TRADING PROPERTY ONLINE?

CONCERNED ABOUT THEFT OR FRAUD?

In order to increase public safety and reduce crime, the Calgary Police Service invites you to use public parking lots

at local police stations to facilitate property transactions arranged online.

Police officers are able to assist in matters of bylaw, provincial, and criminal offences; however, police officers are unable to assist in negotiating civil property transactions.

Buy & Sell Zones located in Calgary Police Service public parking lots at district offices are monitored by surveillance cameras. Personal information is collected by the surveillance cameras in the Buy & Sell Zones for the purpose of promoting public safety and reducing crime. Any questions about this collection can be directed to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Section of the Calgary Police Service at 403-428-8484.

BUY & SELL ZONE

Good Food Box

Fresh fruits & vegetables for a very low cost!

The Good Food Box may include: Potatoes, onions, carrots, tomatoes, oranges, celery,

bananas, cauliflower, apples, melon, cabbage, cucumber, grapes, lettuce, green peppers, etc.

You can order 3 different sizes: Jumbo Box: Includes approximately 40 pounds of produce.

Cost: $ 35.00 Family Box: Includes approximately 30 pounds of produce.

Cost: $ 30.00 Senior/Single Box: Includes approximately 20 pounds of

produce. Cost: $ 25.00 How to make your order:

Place your order at the Hillhurst-Sunnyside Community Centre (1320-5 Ave NW). Include your name, phone number, order

($35, $30, or $25) and money (cash only) in an envelope. Please call the Front Office to find out when the deadlines are.

Delivery might be available for Hillhurst-Sunnyside residents with challenged mobility, depending if we have a volunteer available to do that. Check

with the Front Office for more information on delivery.

CALL 283-0554 EXT. 232

Dr. Lauren Vredenburg is back after studying at UBC, McGill and UCLA.

We are delighted that she has joinedDr. Jennifer Maguire, her mother, and

Dr. Christine Lilge at Calgary Fine Dentistry.Dr. Lauren Vredenburg is taking

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IN & AROUNdSCHOOlSMontessori school of CalgaryWe, at Montessori School of Calgary, cannot believe that it is February already. This short month is always a busy one!

Our POW, Physical Outdoor Wellness, program has kept our elementary children very busy. They enjoyed a visit to Fountain of Mission Seniors Home as well as a full day of skiing and snowboarding at Nakiska. The seniors enjoyed the presentations of learning from the children, as well as the games they played and their singing. The skiing and snowboarding day was AWESOME! After the lessons, children were free to ski in small groups and enjoy a beautiful day in the mountains. This month el-ementary children will spend two afternoons at the Tal-isman Centre enjoying a variety of activities including gymnastics, volleyball and badminton.

Thanks to Rick Williams and Carter Siebens, our outdoor skating rink is in process. The first few layers are on, and it is looking great. The children will enjoy spending their POW time ice skating at school.

Our staff will be enjoying a variety of professional learn-ing activities during the Teachers’ Convention break. Our families will enjoy a five day break to enjoy family time and travel. On February 25 and 26, we will hold our parent guide conferences, before taking that extra day, February 29, to LEAP into March. Happy Valentine’s Day!

Lindy Arndt, Head of School, Montessori School of Calgary

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Calgary Career CounsellingHillhurst-Sunnyside CommunitySuccess Groups for Navigating Job LossDr. Laura Hambley, Calgary Career Counselling

Getting on one’s feet after being laid off can be difficult and emotionally challenging. When faced with losing one’s job in a tough economic climate, it is normal to feel anxious and pessimistic. During an economic recession with no clear end in sight, as we’re currently facing in Alberta, there are many people facing the same challenge of seeking re-employment or a career change. One might feel that this situation is all negative, in that competition is fierce with so much talent on the market at once.

The benefit, however, of having many others in the “same boat” is that you are not alone in what you are experiencing, and there is strength in the support of others who can relate to your situation. Bringing together a small group of people going through a similar challenge to support one another’s goal of finding a job or new ca-reer can be called a “success group”. The ultimate goal is to support each other’s success; however each person may define it.

I experienced a success group after having been laid off suddenly in 2002 when the company I was with was acquired by a US com-pany, which proceeded several months later to lay-off all of the Canadian employees. I had been thriving and enjoying my consult-ing career, and felt shaken and lost without the structure and fast-paced workdays I was used to. A few of my co-workers in Calgary suggested we start a weekly “success group”, where five to six of us would meet at a coffee shop where we listened to and supported each member of our group with his or her transition.

The group lasted for several months and allowed us a safe sounding board to voice our frustrations, share our goals, ask for advice and ideas from one another, and have social support from like-minded people who truly understood what we were going through. When feeling down one of the best antidotes is to help another person, and participating in the success group allowed me this opportu-nity. I looked forward to the success group and felt that it helped my motivation, confidence and sense of hope through those dif-ficult months.

Here are some tips to consider if you think a success group might be helpful for you:1. Take the lead by making a list of who else you know who is un-

employed and might appreciate this type of social support. If you do not have much of a social network, don’t fear as there are tools to help you form groups of likeminded professionals, such as meetup.com.

2. Determine how to present the idea of the group and what to call it. If the term “success group” doesn’t resonate with you, you can find another term to capture the intent of this group.

3. The group can run well with anywhere from four to eight peo-ple but recognize that not everyone may be able to make each meeting.

4. The members can come from different professions and indus-tries/fields, as expanding your networks in this way can open up new opportunities versus relying on a narrower network.

5. The group can run at coffee shops or rotate for coffee between people’s homes. It can run weekly or bi-weekly, which should be determined by the group.

6. The group does not need a formal agenda, but instead should be positioned as a time to check in with where each person is at, share stories, swap tips, provide leads and ideas (if appli-cable), and generally listen and offer support.

7. The group can support each other in between meetings by email and through phone or social media.

Success groups are likely temporary, and as each member becomes re-employed or finds their new direction, the group may gradually conclude. This was the case for me when I embarked on my PhD several months after beginning the success group. I missed the group and kept in touch with some of them over time, but still have them as a part of my network, which I am grateful for. Re-member, you do not have to face each day of your career transi-tion on your own—none of us is stronger than all of us, so take a chance and start a success group today!

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Community Cleanups scheduleUpdated January 4, 2016

Each year we team up with local community associ-ations to help residents get rid of unwanted house-hold items and property waste. Last year, a record of one million kg of waste and nearly 200,000 kg of organics was collected.

To register your community for a 2016 Community Cleanup go to:

http://www.calgary.ca/CSPS/ABS/Pages/Partnership-programs/Community-cleanups.aspx

expressions: sharing your story through art and CreativityJoin us at WINS Starting Monday January 18, 1:00pm to 2:30pm to have fun expressing your creativity and having fun!

*Light refreshments will be provided

Come in to 411 14 St. N.W. or call Michelle at 403-270-7283 to register.

Come and Join wiNs * Parenting GroupTuesdays starting January 19 to March 22, 2016From 1:00pm to 2:30pm

Light refreshments will be provided

If you are interested in learning about Ages and Stages, Positive Discipline, Safety and building self esteem in our children please sign up with Michelle at WINS 325 St. N.W. or call 403-269-4670.

Crowchild tr. study: upcoming eventsAttend an upcoming public drop-in session to see how the ideas gathered from Calgarians in fall 2015 look when applied to the Crowchild Trail corridor. Learn more about why some ideas will not move forward for further consideration. As well, help us review and evalu-ate the remaining ideas and the associated benefits, im-pacts, constraints and trade-offs against the project key principles. Feedback received will help the project team identify concepts for further development.

Drop-in Session #1: Saturday, February 27Time: 2 to 5 p.m.Location: Sunalta School, Gym – 536 Sonora Ave. S.W.

Drop-in Session #2: Thursday, March 10Time: 5 to 8 p.m.Location: Red and White Club, McMahon Stadium – 1833 Crowchild Tr. N.W.

Drop-in Session #3: Saturday, March 12Time: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.Location: Queen Elizabeth (Senior) High School, Auxil-iary Gym – 512 - 18 St. N.W.

In addition to the events above, similar drop-in sessions for residents, businesses and other stakeholders located with-in a block of Crowchild Trail have been scheduled in Feb-ruary. These invite-only events provide those with homes and businesses in close proximity to Crowchild Trail an op-portunity to participate in the same sessions with others who share their unique perspective or concerns.An opportunity to provide feedback online will also be available in late February. For more information about this study and opportuni-ties to provide your input, visit calgary.ca/crowchild.

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february is heart MonthDo you know the signs and symptoms of a heart attack and what to do if someone experiences these? Knowing can make the difference between life and death. Rec-ognizing and responding immediately to the warning signs of a potential heart attack can significantly im-prove survival and recovery.

February is Heart Month - take the time to be heart safe and learn how you can reduce your risk.

Know the signs of a heart attack(Any or all of these signs & symptoms may occur)•Chest pain described as crushing, squeezing, pressure

or chest heaviness;•Pain that moves beyond the chest such as shoulder,

arm, neck or jaw pain;•Shortness of breath, sweating or nausea and vomiting.

Reduce your risk•Heart attack risk factors include:•Obesity*•Sedentary lifestyle*•Smoking*•High cholesterol*•Age / Gender•Family historySpeak with your doctor about how to treat your modifi-able(*) risk factors and learn to be heart safe.

What to do when seconds count•Call 9-1-1 immediately. Early treatment can greatly re-

duce heart damage and make the difference of life and death. •Treatment starts the moment EMS arrives. Paramedics

can provide oxygen, start an intravenous and perform an electrocardiogram (ECG).•Paramedics can also administer important medica-

tions in the early minutes of a heart attack to lessen heart damage.•During transport, EMS will also share information with

the hospital so definitive treatment can begin immedi-ately on arrival. •Take a CPR/AED (automated external defibrillator)

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City performance and Calgary’s quality of lifeThe City of Calgary is building a Citizen Dashboard, an online tool that provides Calgarians with access to in-formation about The City’s performance and how City services contribute to Calgary’s quality of life. Available at calgary.ca/citizendashboard, the tool displays per-formance measures and data using interactive graphs, charts and maps.

“The Citizen Dashboard is just getting started, but it’s a great example of our efforts to be more open and ac-countable to Calgarians for the programs we offer at The City,” said Jeff Fielding, City Manager.

“The Dashboard provides citizens with easy access to City performance measures, provides explanations of what those measures mean and what we are doing to improve service,” said Mac Logan, General Manager, Transportation and Chair of a committee designed to oversee and champion customer service and digital in-novation at The City. “We look forward to hearing from Calgarians during the pilot as they explore our new tool.”

Powered by The City’s Open Data Catalogue, the Citizen Dashboard pilot currently displays select performance measures for 311; Roads Maintenance: Summer; Cal-gary Transit Access; and Building Regulations. Addi-tional performance measures will be added to these services as the Citizen Dashboard evolves and feedback is collected.

The following services will be added over the coming months:•Roads Maintenance: Snow and Ice Control and Spring

Clean-up•Transit: Safety and Security, CTrain and Bus•Water Resources•Water Services •Waste & Recycling Services•Recreation•Fire

Calgarians can check out the new tool and provide feedback at calgary.ca/citizendashboard.

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The Great Horned Owl is the most common owl in North and South America. These magnificent birds are most recognized by their ‘plumicorns’ which resemble horns or cat like ears. These raptors are very adaptable using several different types of hunting skills to capture their prey as well as having a wide variety of prey.

It is this adaptability for hunting that they received their nickname ‘Tiger in the Sky’. The Great Horned Owl will dive, wings bent, talons outstretched to silently capture unsuspecting prey, including prey that outweighs the bird itself. They also swoop low along the ground to grab any variety of smaller prey and interestingly they are known to walk along the ground to capture yet oth-er types of prey.

The Great Horned Owl is a solitary bird except for mat-ing. It is at this time that the smaller male owl will roost close to the nest of the larger female until all the young fledge, and at this time will again leave. The owls do not build their own nests but rather prefer other bird nests.

The most common injury the Calgary Wildlife Reha-bilitation Society sees in these raptors are injuries from window strikes or of being hit by a vehicle. Owls that are

received with injuries from window strikes have a better chance of rehabilitation. Owls brought in with injuries from a vehicle strike are more difficult to rehabilitate due to broken bones and open fractures.

Should you find an injured Great Horned Owl, please call the Calgary Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre at 403-266-2282 as soon as possible for further instruction. These are powerful birds and must be handled with care, however every moment counts.

If you catch a glimpse of the Great Horned Owl in their natural environment, remain quiet and still and enjoy the wonder of this beautiful Tiger in the Sky.

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DO YOU NEED AN EXTRA SET OF HANDS? C & L Helping Hands can provide them! We of-fer handy-man services, personal assistant, kitchen helper, cleaning and much more! Email: [email protected]. Call Craig or Laurie at 403-880-7125 or 403-510-8551.

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CANDLE MAKING WORKSHOP: Join us for our first weekend afternoon of rolled beeswax candle mak-ing at Hillhurst Sunnyside Community Association. This is a great opportunity to make some gifts! $45. Cost includes instructions and supplies. Minimum six participants. Maximum 14 participants. Call 403-862-9232, email [email protected] or visit www.candle-workshop-mar2016.eventbrite.ca for details.

NEIGHBOURHOOD CONFLICT? Community Me-diation Calgary Society (CMCS) is a no cost me-diation and conflict coaching service that can help you resolve problems and restore peace! We help neighbours be neighbours again! www.community mediation.ca, 403-269-2707.

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Celebrate Family Day At The Library!Family time is library time! Enjoy storytimes, chil-dren’s activities, and reading together on Family Day. No registration required.Monday, February 15, noon-5:00 pm

At these community libraries:•Country Hills•Crowfoot •Fish Creek •Saddletowne •Shawnessy•Signal Hill

If you can’t make it in to the Library on Family day, make sure to stock up on books and make this holi-day a family reading day!

Celebrate Freedom to Read Week!Who chooses what you read, listen to, and view? Freedom to Read Week, February 21 – 27, is an an-nual event that raises awareness about censorship and encourages Canadians to reaffirm their commit-ment to intellectual freedom. Celebrate your right to read with Calgary Public Library’s online contest. Starting Feb.1, post your favourite banned book to the Library’s Facebook page or Twitter account (@calgarylibrary). On February 19, one lucky entry will be chosen to win a bundle of banned books. Be sure to watch and see which challenged book is officially presented to City Council to mark this annual event.

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Hillhurst-Sunnyside Real Estate UpdateLast 12 Months Hillhurst-SunnysideMLS Real Estate Sale Price Update

Last 12 Months Hillhurst-SunnysideMLS Real Estate Number of Listings Update

Average Asking Price Average Sold Price

December 2015 $779,133 $762,333

November 2015 $836,950 $811,937

October 2015 $634,900 $623,500

September 2015 $699,600 $686,633

August 2015 $1,091,962 $1,043,701

July 2015 $951,416 $903,958

June 2015 $896,450 $871,375

May 2015 $1,234,642 $1,192,857

April 2015 $1,060,689 $997,350

March 2015 $651,175 $633,750

February 2015 $1,112,000 $1,067,500

January 2015 $919,900 $914,000

No. New Properties No. Properties Sold

December 2015 4 3

November 2015 12 4

October 2015 11 2

September 2015 9 3

August 2015 8 8

July 2015 6 6

June 2015 11 8

May 2015 12 7

April 2015 8 10

March 2015 11 4

February 2015 9 2

January 2015 6 1

Total 107 58

To view the specific SOLD Listings that comprise the above MLS averages please visit hillhurst_sunnyside.great-news.ca

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When the snowflakes start flying, the City and Calgar-ians come together to make the season safe, productive and enjoyable for all.

The City’s Roads department works hard to plow, salt and sand roadways on a seven day priority schedule. The Parks department quickly clears designated multi-use pathways within 24 hours. Teams often work over-night to keep the greatest number of Calgarians mov-ing safely. Keeping our roads safe for everyone is also a joint effort between the City and Calgarians. When it snows, make sure to give yourself more time to reach your destination, and leave a greater distance between yourself and the vehicle ahead of you. Please also be extra mindful of people walking and cycling, who may struggle more in difficult conditions. Calgary.ca/snow is the one-stop shop for winter travel tips, the road con-ditions map, frequently asked questions, updates, and more.

Sidewalks are the responsibilities of adjacent property owners and must be cleared within 24 hours. Unfortu-nately, not everyone is able to clear her or his sidewalk. Keeping sidewalks clear of snow and ice can be chal-lenging or impossible for seniors and others with lim-ited mobility. Please consider becoming a Snow Angel and helping those who are less able. All you need to do is adopt someone’s sidewalk and clear it as you would your own. Watch for neighbours who could use help removing snow and lend them a hand. Visit Calgary.ca/snowangels for more information.

If you have questions on snow clearing, need to report sidewalks, pathways, or roads that are not cleared, or want to recognise the work of a Snow Angel, please call 3-1-1.

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