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MAY 2021
CONTENTS
10
6 AUBURN BAY COMMUNITY 21 COLOURING PAGE
ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP
FORM 22 FIVE THINGS TO ADD TO YOUR
SPRING CLEANING CHECKLIST
8 AUBURN BAY NOTES
24 TAKE ON WELLNESS:
9 BYLAWS RELATED TO UNTIDY FOOLPROOF STRATEGIES TO
PROPERTIES STICK TO YOUR FITNESS
RESOLUTIONS
20 10 EASTER FUN PHOTO ALBUM
26 BUSINESS CLASSIFIEDS
14 AUBURN HOUSE SPRING
PROGRAMS 28 SAFE AND SOUND: WINDOW
AND BALCONY SAFETY
20 MENTAL HEALTH MOMENT: A
DISCUSSION ON DEPRESSION
21
Disclaimer: Published articles, reports or submissions reflect the opinions of the
author and should not be considered to reflect the opinions of Great News Media
(GNM) and the Marda Loop Community Association (MLCA). The information
contained in this magazine is believed to be accurate but is not warranted to be
so. GNM and MLCA do not endorse any person(s) advertising in this newsletter.
Advertisements are not an endorsement of any goods or services
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AUBURN BAY
COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
Membership Form
For your convenience, Auburn Bay Community Association Memberships are available online!
Visit www.AuburnBayCA.ca/Membership to purchase.
Members benefit from sports, activities, and partner discounts (please see Membership Privileges Program page
for a list of business partners). Members also gain preferred access to youth and community events, programs,
and secure a vote at public meetings. Make a difference by joining the Board – and more.
Memberships: $25, Per Family. Memberships are valid until December 31, 2021.
Name:______________________________________________________________________________________
Address: ______________________________________________________ Postal Code: ____________________
Contact Number:_________________________ E-Mail:_______________________________________________
How many family members, including children: ________ Yes, please contact me about volunteering:_________
Please fill out the above (please print), enclose and mail your cheque or money order, payable to the “Auburn Bay Community
Association” to the following address: Auburn Bay Community Association Memberships, C/O Auburn House, 200 Auburn Bay
Boulevard SE, Calgary, Alberta T3M 0A4.
Visit www.auburnbayliving.ca for more information. e-transfer Membership payment to finance@auburnbayca.ca
For a complete list of your CA membership discounts, please log into your profile online.
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FOLLOW US ON TWITTER! Office Tel: 403-537-2601, Office Fax: 403-930-6456
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Website: www.AuburnBayRA.ca
Administration Marilyn Alcock
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Auburn Bay Program & Events Manager Jennifer Tait
AUBURN BAY
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Program Coordinator Ashley Gray
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Auburn Bay Notes
Spring has arrived and we are heading towards summer at
a very quick pace, we are so happy for the beautiful weather
we have. It has made it easy to plan for the community
garden project.
Thank you to everyone who attended our AGM in April,
the event went well and we welcome Tiffany W. as our new
Treasurer, Leanna M. as our new Secretary, and Terri B., who end of June to the program. It is a mixed box of seasonal
will be taking over the Trico Board position from Larissa B. fruits and vegetables that is delivered to the community.
We look forward to working with these ladies into the future Please see the order form post on our website for the order
and the new ideas and experiences they bring to these and delivery dates, as well as some photos of items from a
valuable roles. past order.
For any upcoming events, please make sure to refer to our I would like to take this time to personally thank all of the
website or social media for specific updates or call 403- residents from Auburn Bay who generously donated items
744-5301, ext. 1. We are still in the planning stages of the to help our daughter set up her first home. We have such
Auburn Bay Parks and Greenspaces clean up planned for an amazing community who are willing to step up and give
June 5, 2021. There has been some confusion around the items to her, which will remind her of how much she is cared
City Services Clean Up that we are partnering with Cranston for. Thank you.
for June 12. Currently, they are still awaiting to confirm the
location: either Century Hall or the LDS church. With the continuation of the pandemic and closures, I have
unfortunately heard of too many families being affected.
We have had a large number of residents step forward to Please know that there are people out there who care and are
help with the community garden. We are just working on the just a phone call away. 211 has a list of all available provincial
final logistics to it, and plan on having everything in place and city programs that can help in a variety of ways.
and ready for May long weekend plantings. We have added
another page/tab to our website for updates, contacts, and a Auburn Bay has a huge group of social media pages, so please
draft of the LRT site map for the project, so please make sure make sure to check them out for any interests you might
to check it out. New things will be added there each week. have, from Seniors to Gardeners to Good Food Box. We have
been asking for feedback on various community projects.
Part of the Gardens project includes a couple of fundraising Please remember we need your input to help us understand
efforts: the purchase of rain barrels, and freshly grown what concerns/issues you feel we need to work on.
hydroponic vegetables and herbs. Details on both efforts,
and the websites you order from, will be posted on our Our next online meeting will be on May 5, followed by June
website under “gardens”. 2. These meetings are open to anyone and we look forward
to having you there for your input for the community.
Do you want to get involved in the community? Not sure
how? Please remember that volunteering is the price you are P.S. Community garage sale will be happening on May 15,
willing to pay for the community you want to live in. Does please go to www.jodibrilling.ca to register.
your community have the Parade of Lights (Making Spirits Carla Obuck
Bright), Auburn Bay and Community Clean Up, Stampede
Sports and Events Director, Auburn Bay Community
Breakfast, Free Family Games Day, Park n’Play/Stay n’ Play
Association (ABCA)
programs, or community gardens? Then we do need more
people to step forward and help the CA, continue to be your
voice with the city and Alberta Government.
As mentioned before the City of Calgary tracks all 311
requests, please see the top five for March listed below:
The Good Food Box program offered by Community Kitchen
continues to grow, and they have now added a date for the
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Bylaws Related to YOUR CITY OF CALGARY
Untidy Properties
We have created bylaws related to untidy properties
in order to maintain safe and clean communities that
people want to live in. Below is a summary of our
regulations that relate to untidy properties:
• Loose garbage, yard waste, bottles, cans, boxes,
household furniture, packaging materials, parts of
machinery, equipment, appliances, and automobile
parts, must be stored so that they are not visible
from outside of the property.
• Accumulation of offensive material is prohibited.
This includes animal remains, animal feces, and
materials that create unpleasant odors or are likely
to attract pests. Whatever Your Method, Grill
• Open or exposed storage of industrial fluid is Safely This Summer!
prohibited, including, engine oil, brake fluid, Keep barbeques a safe distance away from your home,
antifreeze, or any hazardous materials. deck, eavestroughs, and overhanging branches. Make
• Refrigerators and freezers stored outside must be sure children stay at least one metre away to avoid serious
locked or have the doors removed and must not be accidents and burns, and, after grilling, remove grease or
visible from outside the property. fat buildup from the grill top and catch trays below.
• Building materials are not allowed to accumulate When using propane grills, check the gas tank hose for
unless the owner can establish that construction leaks annually. Apply a light soap and water solution to
or renovation is taking place or imminent. The the hose and watch for bubbles. If you spot a leak, either
materials must be stacked in an orderly manner by smell or the soapy bubble test, turn off both the gas
and the amount of material must be reasonable for tank and the grill. If that stops the leak, have the grill
the planned project. professionally serviced before using it again. If the leak
doesn’t stop, call 911.
• Dilapidated vehicles are prohibited anywhere on
private property unless housed inside a building If you smell gas while cooking, immediately get away
(Land Use Bylaw). from the grill and call 911. Don’t move the grill if the flame
Fines for violations of these regulations are between goes out. Turn the grill and gas off and wait at least five
$100 to $500, depending on the violation. minutes before re-lighting.
When using charcoal grills, prep the charcoal with a
charcoal chimney starter and newspaper, or a charcoal-
specific starter fluid. Never add starter fluid or any other
flammable liquids to charcoal once lit. Safely store
charcoal fluid out of the reach of children and away from
heat sources – it is both flammable and poisonous. If you
use an electric charcoal starter, use an extension cord.
Once you’re finished grilling, make sure the coals are
completely cool and dispose of them in a metal container.
Finally, in case of emergency, call 911. For more fire safety
tips, visit calgary.ca/csps/fire/safety-tips/safety-tips-
home/safety-tips-in-the-home.
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A U B U R N B AY I M AY 2021 13Auburn House
Spring Programs
Choose Your
Don’t miss out on the last of the spring season programs Own Summer
at Auburn House! There’s still plenty of options to
choose from until it’s time to hit the beach!
Adventures
ABRA Summer 2021
• Youth TBall Camps, Programs &
• Youth Tennis Events
• Rhumba Date Night Workshop
• Emergency First Aid
• Youth Safety and Red Cross Babysitting courses
• DIY with Grave Goods
• Floral Workshops
• Uke Night
• Smartphone and DSLR Photography Workshops
View the details for all these classes online in our Spring summer! Check out some of what we’re offering this
Program Guide and Events Calendar available on upcoming season!
AuburnBayRA.ca. • Stand Up Paddle (SUP) lessons
Register now! Visit AuburnBayRA.ca or call 403-537-2601. • SUP Yoga
• Kayak lessons
• Total Body Fitness classes
Auburn House Summer • Beach Pilates
Camps and Programs • Adult Tennis
• Outdoor Yoga
(registration open May 5) • HIIT
Beach weather is almost here and that also means • TBall
Summer Camps are near too! • Parented classes
• Bear Safety and Backcountry Emergency Workshops
In addition to a great line-up of fantastic summer camps
• Smartphone and DSLR Photography Workshops
for children and youth, we’ve got a great variety of
• Floral Workshops
summer programs for adults as well so the entire family
• Plus, More!
can make the most out of this summer!
View all our summer camps and programs available
Summer Camps!
in the Summer Program Guide and Events Calendar
Get a head start on your kids’ summer plans and register
available on AuburnBayRA.ca.
now for summer camps at Auburn House!
Register early! Visit AuburnBayRA.ca or call 403-537-2601.
A variety of themed half-day and full-day camps:
• Sports Camps: Tennis, Basketball, Multi-Sport
• STEM Camps: Little Medical School, Little Vet School,
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A U B U R N B AY I M AY 2021 19MENTAL HEALTH MOMENT
A Discussion on Depression Educate Yourself
The stigma, shame, and silence around depression is
by Nancy Bergeron, RPsych | nancy@viewpointcalgary.ca
huge. Myths and misunderstanding further enforce the
silence. By getting to know the realities of depression, we
can better help and support those who are experiencing
it. Becoming educated about depression demonstrates
to those that are suffering that we care.
How to best help a friend or loved one:
Being a compassionate listener is much more important
than giving advice. You don’t have to try to “fix” the person;
you just have to be a good listener. Often, the simple act
of talking to someone face to face can be an enormous
help to someone suffering from depression. Encourage
the depressed person to talk about their feelings and be
willing to listen without judgement. Don’t expect a single
conversation to be the end of it. Depressed people tend
to withdraw from others and isolate themselves. You may
need to express your concern and willingness to listen
over and over again. Be gentle, yet persistent.
Phrases that are helpful:
Depression is more than just feeling “down.” It is a • You are not alone, I’m here for you.
serious illness caused by changes in brain chemistry. • I may not understand how you feel right now, but I care
Research tells us that other factors contribute to the and want to help.
onset of depression, including genetics, changes in • You are important to me.
hormone levels, certain medical conditions, stress, • Is there anything I can help with?
grief, a pandemic, or difficult circumstances in our lives.
Phrases that are not helpful:
Many Faces of Depression • It’s all in your head.
Many people are surprised by those that are • We all go through this sometimes.
experiencing depression. They are smart, have a • Cheer up, look on the bright side.
good job, great partner, or family unit, are part of a • Go for a walk.
community, and have all kinds of positives in their • Have you tried to meditate?
lives. They “seem fine.” Just because a person doesn’t • Aren’t you feeling better yet?
look depressed, doesn’t mean they are not deeply
Connection and Openness are the key:
affected by it. People experiencing depression can be
Walking alongside someone who is dealing with
quite skilled at wearing a mask and acting as though
depression can be frustrating. Depression wants to be
everything is good in their world.
with isolation, so it is common for those affected to pull
Depression and Isolation away. However, as someone who wants to help, you
Depression and isolation are best friends, and it’s have to keep showing up. Sometimes all it takes is being
not a healthy relationship. Most of their time is spent present for your friend or loved one on a consistent basis.
together, often to the total exclusion of others. That in itself is the proof that you care and are in it for the
They hate it when other influences interfere with long haul. Only by opening up a dialogue and building
their relationship. Isolation serves depression, and connections can one overcome the destructive dynamics
depression thrives with isolation. Theirs is a powerful, of depression and isolation.
mutually reinforcing bond. Therefore, the best way to
If you or a loved one is suffering with depression, please
help depression is to reduce isolation and increase
reach out.
connection to others.
20 M AY 2021 I Call 403-720-0762 for advertising opportunitiesFive Things to Add to Your deeper into the venting system, usually accumulating
in corners and sharp angles. The build-up over time can
Spring Cleaning Checklist restrict airflow, making your dryer work harder, running
by Larry de Kluyver up utility costs, and reducing appliance life. With the
accumulation of heat and soft nesting material, this can
When you think of spring cleaning, you usually think
be also be a comforting home for rodents and/or birds,
of high dusting and getting at some of those hard-to-
further restricting airflow as they make their new home
reach places that in the back of your mind you know
more comfortable.
have probably collected a nice layer of winter grime.
There are a few more items that usually get overlooked Plugged dryer vents are a leading source of home fires
in spring cleaning and should be checked regularly as due to trapping high heat over flammable materials,
part of regular home maintenance. so it is well worth your time to take a few minutes to
inspect yours. Look for excess lint build up on the
Furnace Care
ground outside your vent’s exhaust, as well as around
You may consider furnace care a preparation for winter
the door seal and lint trap areas. Inspect the flexible hose
action but consider that your furnace has been working
coming from your dryer to the vent. They are notorious
hard for you all winter. It may be worth checking in on
for developing cracks and collecting lint and should be
it to ensure that it is in good working order to get you
replaced every five years. If you are experiencing longer
through the summer and early fall, especially if you
drying times, increased utility bills, more humidity in
have central air conditioning. If you think about it, your
the dryer area and/or a musty smell while drying, these
furnace is the lung of your house, so it’s a good time to
can be indicators of a restricted venting system.
change the furnace filter to make sure that your furnace
can breathe easy. While you are changing the filter, take Consider your Carpets
a look for areas around the filter housing for pockets Most people will make a judgment on their flooring
of dust accumulation or dust bunnies. These can be an cleanliness based on looks, but there are a few other
indicator that you are in need of a professional furnace things to consider. You may want to check its resistance
and duct cleaning, and even if you don’t want to do it to moisture. Scotchgard doesn’t last forever. In fact, it
now, you know that it’s something that you’ll have to plan breaks down faster in high traffic areas. This means that
for. If you have people in the house with allergies, sooner moisture from socks and shoes may be absorbed easier,
may be better than later because bacteria and other trapping dirt within the carpet’s fibres. A quick way to
microscopic allergens can grow in accumulated dust and check is to mist some clean water on the carpet and see
can be a significant contributor to aggravating allergies. how long it takes to absorb. Do this in a high traffic and
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Your Fitness Resolutions happen overnight—even if that night is December
by Veronica Vargas 31. The brain just likes comfortable old habits over
new, different ones and this is what makes it so hard
to stay on track. Yet it’s your consistency that will
bring on new habits to replace the old. No matter
how many times you slip, get back on and redo it.
3. Baby steps are easier than monster steps-Losing
over 50 pounds sounds intimidating and painful, yet
if you break up your goal into losing 10 pounds in 8
weeks, this sounds less painful and more motivating.
A goal that’s either far in the future or far out of your
comfort zone can be tough to start, so break the
resolution down into achievable steps. Better yet, give
yourself several small resolutions throughout the year.
4. Celebrate Benchmarks-When you achieve your
weekly or monthly goals, choose a reward that won’t
undo your hard work: a weekend cabin getaway, a
hiking day, a mani-pedi, a massage, some new fitness
gear, or a home movie date. Regular treats divided
by goal (or really, divided by anything) can help you
reach those milestones faster than you previously
thought possible.
Fitness Resolution During the Pandemic 5. Question Your Why- steady gym habits can result in
When you just need trusted advice on where to start six-pack abs, but superficial goals may lose their appeal
after endless weeks of diet and exercise. Instead,
January is always the busiest time of the year for gyms,
try framing fitness as a direct path to health and
yet this year may be very different for everyone due to the
happiness. Regular exercise has unexpected benefits
pandemic. Fitness resolutions are so popular during this
including lowering cholesterol, boosting overall
time of year because of how we all feel after weeks of festive
energy, and even increasing happiness. Bringing
drinking eating and slowing down the activity we do year
some deeper intentions to your workout can make all
long. Yet most fitness goals set up in January are doomed
the difference in sticking to your goals. Before hitting
by mid February, and you don’t need superpowers to
the gym, ask yourself some introspective questions:
achieve the health and physique you say you are going to
Why did you make this resolution? What do you want
get every New Year’s Eve. Here are my tips on how to get
to achieve? Developing answers that elicit a powerful
started and keep the momentum rolling.
emotional response can help motivate your goals.
1. Write it, be specific and Measure it- Just saying you want 6. Ask for Help-Not knowing how to do a certain
to lose weight is not enough, however “I want to lose 10 exercise is no excuse to write it off completely. If
pounds in 8 weeks” is more of a specific goal, then take you’re curious about new techniques or find some
the action needed to achieve that goal. Breaking down exercises that are too intimidating (looking at you,
the goal’s components (with numeric benchmarks), and deadlifts!) book a session with an online personal
keeping a regular checklist will help solidify the task and trainer to clear up confusion, help prevent injury, and
keep you on track. Make your resolutions follow the learn to love new moves. Trainers and instructors are
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focused, and time-bound. for advice.
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