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SEPTEMBER 2021 DELIVERED MONTHLY TO 3,500 HOUSEHOLDS
CANYON MEADOWS CHRONICLE
BRINGING CANYON MEADOWS RESIDENTS TOGETHER
STAMPEDE IN SEPTEMBER
CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF COMMUNITY SPIRIT
SEPTEMBER 12, 4:00 TO 7:00 PM
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Responding to Calgarians
The City of Calgary is dedicated to investing citizen tax dollars wisely and maximizing the
value citizens receive from our services. Throughout the pandemic, we have worked closely with
City Council to adjust and respond to the needs of Calgarians through these difficult times.
Here are some facts about our finances:
65%
to City services
$5.88
per day
*
77%
of homeowners
Residential property tax is generally is the cost saw a reduction or no increase at all to
split, 65 per cent goes towards funding to a typical their 2021 property tax bill. The City
City services, while the remaining Calgary household for City reduced expenses to support citizens
35 per cent goes to the province. tax-supported services. through the pandemic while still
providing the critical services needed.
Below-average
taxes
In 2019, Calgary had below-average
$177 million
in permanent reductions made since
** 60%
of property owners
residential property taxes relative July 2019. Calgary was the only major in Calgary pay their
to a cross-section city in Canada to cut taxes during this property tax monthly through the
of major Canadian challenging year and a half. Tax Instalment Payment Plan (TIPP).
cities and regional
neighbours for a
representative
two-storey house.
Learn more about how we’re responding to Calgarians
at calgary.ca/respond
* Calculation based on typical single residential home assessed at $445,000 in 2021.
Actual values will vary based on your property’s assessed value, visit calgary.ca/taxcalculator.
** $90 million found from the previously approved budget
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NEWS FROM THE OFFICE
Seniors’ Coffee Date
Join us for our free bi-weekly coffee event at the
It was a hot, dry, smoky summer, and I cannot believe it Community Centre!
is over already!!
Where: Canyon Meadows Community Centre, 848
Back to school means back to business around here. Cantabrian Dr SW.
The Board of Directors will once again be holding
monthly meetings on the second Wednesday of the When: 10:30 to 11:30 am
month starting at 7:00 pm. All community members are
Upcoming Dates:
welcome to attend these meetings, just send an email
September 6
to info@cmca.ca to let us know your coming.
September 20
Our Annual General Meeting is scheduled for Friday October 4
October 1, 2021, at 7:00 pm. Come on out and join us for a
quick review of what has happened in the community over Stay tuned for more dates!
the last year and a sneak peek at what is coming up for this Please RSVP to brynn.archibald@gmail.com or
great community in the next year. Have you considered 403-251-1715
joining the board – the AGM is the time to do it! Mark your
calendars and please join us for a short meeting, some
light refreshments, and socializing. If you do not have your
membership already, please purchase it before September
1, 2021, so you are eligible to vote at the AGM.
Until next month…
Bonnie
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CMCA Office Hours Community Association
By appointment only.
10:00 am – 2:00 pm, Monday/
Contacts
Wednesday/Friday President Michael Richmond president@cmca.ca
Phone: 403-251-1715 Vice President Dino Pezzente vicepresident@cmca.ca
Fax: 403-251-6190
Treasurer Jonathon Prescott treasurer@cmca.ca
Email: info@cmca.ca
Website: www.cmca.ca Secretary Alan Surasky secretary@cmca.ca
Bingo Director Johanne Smith
Mailing Address: Director-at-Large Jayne Bruno
PO Box 83023 Membership Director Anna Glickman memberships@cmca.ca
Canyon Meadows Postal Outlet, Events Director Lindy Bowler events@cmca.ca
Calgary, AB T2W 6G8
Facility 1 (Canterbury Hall) OFFICE STAFF
844 Cantabrian Drive SW Facility Manager Bonnie Treavor info@cmca.ca
Facility 2 (Lloyd Hand Hall) Accountant Daniela Haack info@cmca.ca
848 Cantabrian Drive SW
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CRIME STATISTICS YOUR CITY OF CALGARY
Canyon Meadows New Homeowner Advice from
Crime Activity was Up
in July 2021 The Trenches – Swales
The Canyon Meadows
community experienced
11 crimes in July 2021, in
comparison to 5 crimes the previous month,
and 11 crimes in July one year ago. Canyon
Meadows experiences an average of 12.3 crimes
per month. On an annual basis, Canyon Meadows
experienced a total of 147 crimes as of July 2021, which
With a hot housing market, there are many new
is up 1% in comparison to 145 crimes as of July 2020.
homeowners in Calgary. If you’re one of them, or are still
To review the full Canyon Meadows Crime report visit
searching for your perfect home, we’d like to remind you
cany.mycalgary.com.
that when purchasing a property and performing an
How To Report Crime In Canyon Meadows: Dial 911 for inspection, it’s wise to take into account the broader area
emergencies or crimes in progress. For non-emergencies outside of the house, including lot drainage.
dial (403) 266-1234. To report a crime anonymously, Lot drainage is a key component to stormwater
contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (Talk, Type or management. A Real Property Report, or RPR, typically
Text), submit tips online at crimestoppers.ab.ca, or text required during a property sale, will depict a utility
tttTIPS to 274637. right-of-way and in some cases a swale – a concrete
channel that directs stormwater runoff across several
adjacent properties and a common stormwater feature
in many Calgary yards.
Swale maintenance is part of a homeowner’s responsibility.
Calgary’s Drainage Bylaw requires homeowners to
Big Help keep surface drainage facilities, such as swales, free
by Cheryl Dunkley of obstructions. In almost all cases, the homeowner is
entirely responsible for the maintenance, functionality,
The first thing doc said was: “Where’s your cane?”
and repair of a swale. From leaves and twigs to ice removal,
During our visit, I heard the same refrain.
a homeowner needs to keep their swale free from debris
Twice he ordered, so off I went so that stormwater can flow freely between properties.
Got myself a “go any where”, money well spent. Additionally, building things like flower boxes, fences,
Pretty good company, goes in the car. walkways, or sheds on top of the swale is not permitted.
Just remember to take it out when you plan to walk far. Make sure you’re aware of the restrictive covenants on
Once I couldn’t find it, nowhere in the house. your new home’s land title related to the maintenance of
Checked the garage - there on the shelf, quiet as any swales that cross the property.
a mouse.
Water Services’drainage technicians respond to 311 inquiries
It can be in any room, leaning against the wall. related to swale maintenance, repair, and encroachments.
Annoying when it doesn’t show up when I call. Unfortunately, many homeowners are unaware of their
Likes to hook on a doorknob, swing off the floor. responsibilities until a complaint is made by an unhappy
The rubber tip could wear out, then back to the store. neighbour or flooding occurs, damaging yards. In most
The cane is great company, helpful and quiet, cases, the technicians are able to help educate citizens
If you need to lighten the pressure, I suggest you try it! about how a swale functions and how to maintain it.
Remember, proper upkeep of the swale not only benefits
you, but also your new neighbours.
10 S E P T E M B E R 2021 I Call 403-720-0762 for advertising opportunitiesVolunteer Opportunity – Fish Creek Ambassadors
Needed
If you have been down to Fish Creek Provincial Park this
month you may have noticed that the Bow Valley Ranch
Visitor Information Centre is now open to the public.
The Friends of Fish Creek are facilitating Visitor Centre
operations through the Fish Creek Ambassador program.
This building is an amazing resource, and the Friends
are excited to have a part in its daily operations. Since
the beginning of July, hundreds of park visitors have
come in to explore and learn something new about this
truly amazing park.
The Friends are in need of members of the Fish Creek
Community to act as volunteer Fish Creek Ambassadors
to help out in the centre. If you are looking for a fun
and unique volunteer opportunity and would like to
share your knowledge about Fish Creek Provincial Park, when was this facility first opened to the public?” and
this opportunity may be for you. Join the Fish Creek many many more! What Do You Know…about Fish Creek?
Ambassador program to share your knowledge about can be used as a great educational tool or just as a fun
the park and help park visitors make the most of their novelty for your next gathering with friends and family
visit to Fish Creek Provincial Park. members. To download you free eBook, visit https://
friendsoffishcreek.kindful.com/register/ebook.
Shift times are only 3 hours in duration, the schedule is
very flexible, and all training will be provided. Sign up I Love Fish Creek – Autumn Fundraiser
online at https://friendsoffishcreek.org/fca and become Show your love for Fish Creek Provincial Park this autumn
a Fish Creek Ambassador today. through the Friends of Fish Creek 2nd Annual I Love Fish
Creek fundraiser. You can help out in four exciting ways
What Do You Know…About Fish Creek? Free eBook this year starting in October by: making a tax-deductible
of Fish Creek Trivia donation, bidding on amazing silent auction items, picking
The Friends of Fish Creek are pleased to announce that up some raffle tickets, or sharing one of your favourite
we recently published a book of quiz questions about experiences in Fish Creek Provincial Park. All donations
Fish Creek Provincial Park! These questions were originally raised through this fundraiser will be used effectively
published in our Voice of the Friends newsletter from and efficiently to support the long-term environmental
2006 to 2020 and now they all here in one easy to read sustainability of this cherished park that means so much
eBook! Would you like to learn more about the fascinating to so many. Stay tuned to the Friends website for more
wildlife species who call this park home, increase your information www.friendsoffishcreek.org.
knowledge about the history of this area, and even learn
more about the Friends of Fish Creek? Learn the answers
to questions like “How many species of snake are there
in Fish Creek?” “Which member of the park’s wildlife
community is sometimes called the little brown myotis?”
“How did Sikome Aquatic Facility receive its name, and
C A N Y O N M E A D O W S I S E P T E M B E R 2021 11Make the right moves
Know what goes in your blue and green carts
foam
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food in packaging
batteries
Help keep everyone safe – do not put these items in
your blue or green carts.
No chemicals or No batteries No garbage No clothing, No household No tanglers like
propane tanks fabrics or shoes items, electronics hoses, rope or
or furniture electrical cords
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12 S E P T E M B E R 2021 I Call 403-720-0762 for advertising opportunitiesRESIDENT PERSPECTIVES
Tokyo 2020 Olympics: Caileigh Filmer and Hillary Janssens won Canada’s
tenth medal on day seven, taking home bronze in the
How Did Canada Do? women’s pair rowing final with a time of 6:52.10.
Day eight was also a good day for rowing, with the
Final Medal Count: Gold: 7 Silver: 6 Bronze: 11 women’s eight rowing team winning the gold medal for
Women: 18 Men: 6 the first time since 1992 in Barcelona. Lisa Roman, Kasia
by Kyla McDonald Gruchalla-Wesierski, Christine Roper, Andrea Proske,
Susanne Grainger, Madison Mailey, Sydney Payne,
With the decision to postpone the Tokyo Olympics from Avalon Wasteneys, and Kristen Kit dominated the race
the summer of 2020 to this past month, many athletes with a time of 5:59.13, which was almost a full second
faced a multitude of challenges because of the pandemic. ahead of New Zealand.
Training facilities were difficult to access, and qualifying
events were cancelled, but despite those roadblocks, Kylie Masse won her second silver medal on day nine in
the athletes persevered. Canada sent 371 athletes to the the 200-metre backstroke, with a time of 2:05.42.
games this year, the largest group since 1984. However, The women’s 4 x 100-metre medley team: Penny Oleksiak,
not all of the athletes remained in Tokyo for the duration Sydney Pickrem, Maggie Mac Neil, and Kylie Masse
of the games, with some arriving just in time for their finished with a time of 3:52.60 to capture the bronze
event and leaving soon thereafter. In the Olympic games, medal on day ten. This is Oleksiak’s seventh medal,
every millisecond matters, which is evident in many of which historically marks her as Canada’s most decorated
the events won by the athletes this year. Olympian. Sprinter Andre De Grasse also claimed the
Team Canada’s first medal of the games was won by the bronze medal in the men’s 100-metre event, becoming
women’s 4 x 100-metre freestyle relay team: Margaret the first male athlete to reach the podium this year.
Mac Neil, Penny Oleksiak, Kayla Sanchez, and Rebecca
Day thirteen was another successful day for Andre de
Smith, (Taylor Ruck was an alternate for this race), with a
Grasse, winning gold in the 200-metre event with a
time of 3:32.78 to claim silver. Day three continued with
time of 19.62, setting the national record for Canada.
divers Jennifer Abel and Melissa Citrini-Beaulieu also
winning silver in the women’s 3-metre synchronized This is the first time that Canada has won gold in the
platform dive, with a total score of 300.78, which was 200-metre since 1928 in Amsterdam.
25.62 points behind the first-place pair. Laurence Vincent-Lapointe won silver in the women’s
Day four led Canada to our first gold medal of the games 200-metre single canoe sprint on day fourteen, claiming
with Maggie Mac Neil becoming Canada’s first Olympic the first-ever silver medal in the sport which made its
champion of Tokyo 2020 in the 100-metre butterfly, with Olympic debut in Tokyo this year. Lauriane Genest also
a time of 55.59, setting the record for North America. won bronze in the women’s keirin cycling event, with
Jessica Klimkait also made Canadian Olympic history a time of 10.770, and Damian Warner won gold in the
by taking home bronze in the women’s 57 kg event for men’s decathlon with a total of 9,018 points.
judo – Canada’s first-ever medal in the sport. Day fifteen had a surprise win for Canada in track and
Day five was another great day for the Canadian field athletics this year with Evan Dunfee coming in third
Olympic women, with four medals won throughout in the 50-kilometre race walk to claim bronze with a time
the day. Kylie Masse won silver in the women’s 100m of 3:50:59. The day continued with Mohammed Ahmed
backstroke with a time of 57.72, women’s softball took winning the silver medal in the men’s 5000-metre
home bronze for the first time ever at the Olympics, final, Aaron Brown, Jerome Blake, Brendon Rodney,
Catherine Beauchemin-Pinard won bronze in the 63kg and Andre De Grasse taking bronze in the men’s 4 x
event, winning team Canada’s second judo medal, and 100-metre relay, and the women’s soccer team claiming
Maude Charron won Canada’s second gold medal of the their first-ever gold medal in the sport for Canada, going
games in the women’s 64kg weightlifting event. into penalty kicks to break the tie with Sweden.
21-year-old Penny Oleksiak made history on day six On the final day of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, Laurence
with her bronze medal win in the women’s 200-metre Vincent-Lapointe and Katie Vincent won the bronze in
freestyle swim. Her sixth Olympic medal, and second the women’s 500-metre double canoe sprint and Kelsey
at the Tokyo games, makes her the most decorated Mitchell won gold and Canada’s final medal in the
Canadian athlete in the history of the summer games. women’s track cycling sprint event.
C A N Y O N M E A D O W S I S E P T E M B E R 2021 13The Overlooked
Anniversary
Do you ever hear much about the
holidays in September? An
important anniversary takes
place in September that
is commonly overlooked.
The 17th of September is
actually Constitution Day
and marks the day the
U.S. constitution was
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don’t live in the
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something worth
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doing was building our communities and our heritage.
As we celebrate Labour Day, it seems timely to reflect on
Calgary’s industrial history, its early businesses, where 6 7 4 5 9 8 3 1 2
workers lived, and the tradesmen who built our historic
buildings. Ramsay, one of the city’s oldest neighbourhoods
from the 1880s, is home to Calgary’s early industry: Canada 3 8 9 2 7 1 6 4 5
Pacific Railyards, the Alberta Stockyards, the Calgary
Herald, Calgary Brewery, Standard Soap Company (1905),
Western Steel Products (1918), C.C. Snowden Oils (1911), 2 5 1 3 4 6 7 8 9
and a sandstone quarry at Scotsman’s hill – which supplied
the stone for Calgary’s historic sandstone structures. 5 1 2 4 6 7 9 3 8
Industry helped develop Ramsay, as the community’s
earliest homes were built near businesses and housed
many of its workers and families. 9 4 6 8 2 3 5 7 1
Some of this history has survived, to name a few: the
Standard Soap Company Warehouse is now Locomotive 7 3 8 1 5 9 2 6 4
Crossing, C.C. Snowdon Oils (a mixed-use complex),
Western Steel Products warehouse (Ramsay Design
Centre), Dominion Bridge/Riverside Ironworks (1927)
1 2 5 7 3 4 8 9 6
mixed-use buildings, Canadian Pacific Railyards (still in
use), Calgary Brewery (vacant), a CPR boarding house 8 6 7 9 1 5 4 2 3
(circa 1890), and a large stock of Edwardian style homes.
Steve Gilks is a Mason and Madison Kitts is a resident of Ramsay. 4 9 3 6 8 2 1 5 7
Both are Directors of the Calgary Heritage Initiative Society.
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by Verico Avenue Financial Real Estate Solutions. Tiling, Windows, Screens, Doors, Locks, Appliances, Decks
JUNK TO THE DUMP / ODD JOBS: Safety starts with a clean and Parging. Repairs and Installs. Handyman Services,
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and clutter free environment. Disposal of any household
unwants. Reno clean-ups. Move in/out garbage removal. NEIGHBOURHOOD CONFLICT? Community Mediation
Disposal/recycling of appliances/electronics. Reno moves. Calgary Society (CMCS) is a no-cost mediation and conflict
Very prompt service, best prices and satisfaction always coaching service that can help you resolve problems and
guaranteed! We load. Senior discount. Please call Sanil for restore peace! We help neighbours be neighbours again!
your free estimate at 403-616-2758. www.communitymediation.ca, 403-269-2707.
CONCRETE SEALING IN CANYON MEADOWS: Kilbco offers CROWN RENOVATIONS: Beautiful kitchens at affordable
concrete sealing to protect and enhance the appearance prices. Over 30 years’ experience in quality renovations.
of exposed aggregate, colored, stamped concrete patios, Full service custom cabinetry. Local, licensed, bonded, and
walkways and driveways. We take pride in using the best insured. Free in-house estimates. Visits to former clients can
sealing products available which help repel salt and protect be arranged. Discounts for veterans. Check out our latest
against UV rays. Please call Kilbco at 403-870-0737 to before and after renovation at www.crownrenovations.
maintain the value of your investment. Free estimates. com. Call Bill at 403-819-8588 or email crownreno@shaw.ca.
BRYAN’S PLUMBING: Local plumber, great prices, and THE GUTTER DOCTOR! Eavestrough cleaning, repairs,
over 30 years’ experience. Renos and repairs, hot water and installation. Fascia, soffit, cladding, roofs, siding, heat
tanks and humidifiers, and faucet replacements. Free cables. For over 18 years and 50,000 projects we have
estimates and advice. Seniors discount. No job too done the job right – and it’s always guaranteed! Fully
small. Call Master Plumber, Bryan, at 403-560-6547, or Insured, Licensed, WCB coverage. A+ rated BBB member.
email brenmak@telus.net. Top award winner. www.gutterdoctor.ca, 403-714-0711.
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LANDSCAPING, WINDOW CLEANING, AND SNOW SMITH PROPERTY RENOVATIONS: Experienced
REMOVAL: Weekly yard care starting at $36. Mulch, general contractor with high attention to detail. From
rock, and sod installation. Window and gutter cleaning kitchens to bathrooms and decks to fences with
starting at $99; interior/exterior/screens. Garden beds, everything in between. Check out my website and
stone patios, walkways, raised beds, rock walls, deck and homestars page for pictures and reviews. Free estimates,
fence builds, small concrete jobs, and pressure washing. licensed and insured. Website: Sp-renos.ca, phone: 587-
A+ Member of BBB, 4.1 Google stars. Licensed. Insured. 333-5568, email: craig@sp-renos.ca.
WCB. 403-265-4769 | YardBustersLandscaping.com.
VIOLINO SCHOOL OF MUSIC: New locations and
CS HANDYMAN SERVICES: Serving Kingsland, programs for children ages four and up, as well as young
Haysboro, Willow Park, Maple Ridge, Fairview, Acadia, adults. Instruments: violin, keyboard. Styles: Classical,
and Southland, doing drywall repairs, fence repairs, Contemporary, Baroque. Learn the violin in small
painting, small plumbing repairs, and odd jobs around groups in private with highly experienced teacher, C.
the house. Courteous and reliable. Licensed and insured. Nickol, (MM, DMA). Languages: English, Russian. Email
Low rates. Phone Cliff at 403-620-8170. violino@shaw.ca, or text 403-836-6403.
GARDENING: Fall is the perfect time to renovate your SNOW REMOVAL: Small local company is now taking
flower beds – remove overgrown shrubs, improve the bookings for the 2021/22 season. Minimum price is $30
soil, split enthusiastic perennials, add new plants, install per property, per removal. No contracts. Call 403-251-
compost or mulch. We do fall clean-ups in the flower beds 4282 for a free estimate.
as well. Call GardenWise at 403-278-6109. Free estimates.
DISCIPLE HOMES & IMPROVEMENTS INC. (38 YEARS):
Specializing in high-quality renovations and customer
satisfaction. Complete custom kitchen, bathroom,
basement, whole floor renovations and exterior work.
Licensed and insured, BBB A+ rating, former client
references and walkthroughs available. Free in-home
estimates 403-207-5708 email: info@disciplehomes.
com,www.disciplehomes.com. Financing OAC.
MAG’S MOBILE HAIRCARE: Professional haircare,
catering to seniors in the southwest, Canyon Meadows,
and surrounding areas. Perms, haircuts, colours, and sets,
all done in the comfort and convenience of your home.
Call or text Margaret at 403-470-8193 to book your
appointment, or visit www.magsmobilehaircare.com.
HOME AND PET CHECK: Going on vacation? I provide
72-hour insurance house checks, small animal care Top Turf SNOW REMOVAL
(sorry, no doggies), and snow removal, so you can relax Call or email for a FREE estimate
on your holiday. Call Mrs. Beth at 403-618-3656 or email
nicholsons@telus.net or beth@topshelfkitchens.ca. 587-438-0036
RESIDENTIAL CLEANING: Need help with your RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL
cleaning? R&N can help you. We have an affordable Spring / Summer / Fall / Winter
Property
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bi-weekly, monthly and one time clean. Call Rachell at & Landscaping TopTurfBraeden@gmail.com
403-708-3119 to book.
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Hot Water Tank Specials
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