SEPTEMBER 2021 - Silver Springs Community Association
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SEPTEMBER
2021
Botanical Gardens Open House - September 11th
Fall Program Registration - Page 3
Used Toy & Clothing Sale – September 25th
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THE OFFICIAL VOICE OF THE SILVER
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SPRINGS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
@SSCACalgary
IN THIS ISSUE
CLASSIFIEDS ..................................................................... 2
FALL FITNESS CLASSES ................................................ 3
FITNESS CHART ............................................................... 4
PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION .......................................4
SCOUTS…………………….…..…………………………..5
SILVER SPRINGS NORTHWEST WARRIORS................................................5
BOTANICAL GARDENS………………………………..5-8
COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
EDIBLE GARDEN GROUP….………………………….8-9
CRAFTERS MARKET……………..………………………9
5720 Silver Ridge Dr. NW
USED TOY AND CLOTHING SALE…….……………......9
Calgary, Alberta, T3B 5E5 DANCE FOUNDATION .....................................................10
Phone: 403-288-2616 Fax: 403-247-0820 SILVER SPRINGS OUTDOOR POOL………………10-11
Email: administration@silverspringscommunity.ca WHAT IS A COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION ..................11
Website: http://sscacalgary.weebly.com/ BOWMONT PHOTO CONTEST ............................................ 12
facebook.com/SSCACalgary SENIORS CORNER ...........................................................13
ALBERTA HEALTH SERVICES .....................................14
@SSCACalgary
MESSAGE FROM JASON COPPING ............................. 15
SSCA Vision: To maintain a beautiful and vibrant community by
supporting the evolving needs of our residents through
WARD SUTHERLAND ......................................................16
communication, leadership and engagement.
CITY OF CALGARY……………………………………...17
OFFICE OF PAT KELLY ..................................................17
SSCA Mission Statement: To enhance quality of life by fostering
community spirit, participation and engagement.
Article Submissions: Get Involved with Silver Springs today! The
Silver Springs Spirit DEADLINE is the second Friday of every
month.
Board of Directors
Executive
President .................................................................................. Cydney Elofson
Vice President ......................................................................... Jennifer Dotchin
Secretary ..................................................................... Monique Tambay-Roest
Treasurer ..................................................................................Scott Chomistek
Director, Community Safety ....................................................Jeremie Bourqui
Director, Botanical Gardens ........................................................ June Bergman
Director, Community Development……………………………….Brian Pshyk
Director, Crowchild Hockey ..................................................... Darren Bourget
Director, Senior’s Housing...................................................... Karen Kirnbauer
Director, Senior’s Engagement ...................................................... Kay Wilford
Director, Outdoor Spaces ........................................................... Jeremy Gukert
Director, Membership Development ....................................... Karen Bradshaw
Standing Liasons
Scenic Bow Valley Guides............ any-calgaryscenicbowvalley@girlguides.ca
Scouts ....................................................................... k.canivet.usa@gmail.com
Crowchild Twin Arena.......................................... Roy Moore / Jeremy Gukert
Soccer ...................................................................................... Dino Sorrentino
West Valley Softball………………………………………………...Paul Seipp
Seniors Card Group.........................................................................Betty Neary
MLA .................................... Jason Copping, Calgary.Varsity@assembly.ab.ca
MP Calgary Rocky Ridge ................................................................... Pat Kelly
Councillor ............................................................................... Ward Sutherland
Friends of the Gardens .............................................................. Duncan Badger
Community Association Staff: 403-288-2616
Accountant .......................................................................................... Deb Hall
Administration .......................................................................... Dawn Ellertson
Manager, Building Operations ................................................... Rita McMillan
Program Coordinator .................................................................. Sherry Gavlin
Office hours: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Monday –
Friday. Closed statutory holidays
THE SILVER SPRINGS SPIRIT SEPTEMBER 2021 1
CLASSIFIEDS Certified Electrologist in Silver
Springs, Member of ESA FCEA with
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BUTTERFLY DAYHOME: mantles/bathroom
Experienced, quality love and care in vanities/laundry/closets & storage
Silver Springs. Age-related activities. organizers, etc. Free estimate/free
Group piano lessons. Snacks and hot drawings. Call Lou at 403-809-4977
meals. 403 288-3390 or email: desmaral@shaw.ca
butterflydayhome@hotmail.com
Silver Springs Daycare is now
accepting new registrations for all ages
(0 – 12 years old). We offer quality
activities and programming. Please
call us for more information 403-288-
2586.
Fall Clean-Up: Prune bushes and
trees, edge flower beds and lawns,
clean eaves troughs, repair fences,
move sidewalk blocks. Also painting
inside and outside, plumbing and
household renovations. Reasonable
rates, dependable, quality
workmanship, friendly service. Please
call Mehryar at 403-923-6441 or
Loree at 403-286-6308.
THE SILVER SPRINGS SPIRIT SEPTEMBER 2021 2
Fall 2021 Fitness Classes at the first time but with repetition each week we gradually add
dances to our repertoire. Line dance is a great way to stay
Silver Springs young and active while making new friends. Starts Sept 23.
Instructor: Sharon
*Denotes a class where registration is required. All other
fitness classes are drop-in Which class is right for you?
*Absolute Beginner (AB) Class--There is no experience
We strongly suggest only those vaccinated take part in required for this class. Basic line dance steps and
our fitness programming. terminology will be taught during this session. We will also
go over line dance etiquette. Wear supportive, comfortable
Classes start September 13 Drop-in fee $7 shoes that have a smooth sole (no flip flops) and comfortable
clothing. 1 – 2pm
Proactive Adult: An active class for those who want to keep
moving with choreographed cardio patterns followed by free *Beginner Class--This class is suitable for dancers with
weights and mat work. Designed to promote muscle some line dance experience. The musical tempo will range
awareness and improve muscle tone. Balance exercises are a from slow to moderate. We dance to a variety of musical
must. The choreography is alternated with interval workouts genres. Weekly practise between classes will enhance the
to keep the routine fresh every week! Instructor: Judi class experience. Most dances will be 32-48 counts. 2 – 3pm
*Fusion Fitness: (registered class) A blended class that *Improver Class--This class is suitable for dancers who
incorporates posture and exercises from Yoga, Pilates and have completed beginner line dance sessions and are ready
strength training. This mat-based course provides for a new challenge. We will add to the basic step patterns
participants with all the best aspects of yoga, pilates and and choreography will include a variety of tempos and
strength training for an exceptionally well-rounded class that rhythms. At this level the dance routines will have several
challenges even the most expert Yogi and pilates guru. This turns and will often have restarts and tags. The choreography
low impact class improves participants’ strength, flexibility is typically 32-64 and involve several turns. To enhance
and balance. Participants are encouraged to bring their own
learning some practise is required between classes. 10:30 –
Yoga mat. Instructor: Judi
12pm
Register beginning September 1st Register beginning September 1st
Session 1: Sept 15 -Oct 27 (7 weeks) $70 Session: Sept 23 – Dec 9 (11 weeks) $110
Session 2: Nov 3 – Dec 15 (7 weeks) $70 No class Nov 11
Strength and Core: This class focuses on building strength *Monday Yoga --Come as you are. We will set an intention
in both the upper and lower body. Working with different for the class, pay attention to our breath, play with healthy
counts as we lift weights. There will be a cardio interval (no movement, finding strength and practising balance,
choreography), followed by core work on the floor and figuratively and literally. Each class will end with relaxation
stretches. Open to all levels. You choose the weight you and grounding. Chairs and other props are available to make
want to use. Instructor Judi your yoga session accessible. Instructor: Alicia
*Barre: (registered class) Barre Above blends the latest Register beginning September 1st
exercise science with the principles of Barre exercises, Session: Sept 13 – Dec 13 (13 weeks) $130
delivering a fusion of ballet, pilates, yoga and strength No class Oct 11
training in each workout. Workouts are designed for a wide
range of fitness levels, ages and bodies, complete with *Seniors Yoga: Classes will focus on gentle stretching,
progressions so that those new to fitness will feel successful breathing exercises and meditation. It does not matter how
and seasoned Barre enthusiasts will always feel challenged.
flexible we are as long as we keep moving and do what we
Participants are asked to bring a yoga mat. You may work in
can. SCENT FREE CLASS Instructor: Marcy
running shoes or bare foot. Instructor: Judi
Register beginning September 1st
Register beginning September 1st
Session 1: Sept 15 -Oct 27 (7 weeks) $70 Session: Sept 14– Dec 14 (14 weeks) $140
Session 2: Nov 3 – Dec 15 (7 weeks) $70
Pickleball: Pickleball is a racquet sport that combines
*Line Dance –Line dance is a fun way to exercise the body, elements of badminton, tennis, and table tennis. The rules
mind & soul. We memorize a group of steps and dance to a are simple, and the game is easy for beginners to learn. We
variety of musical genres. You may not get the dance perfect provide nets/racquet and balls.
THE SILVER SPRINGS SPIRIT SEPTEMBER 2021 3
FITNESS CLASS CHART
SILVER SPRINGS PRESCHOOL 4 year old AM class
REGISTRATION 4 year old All Day class
Classes are back in session beginning early
September. There is still time to get your little one
registered for classes! We have spots open in the 3
Year Old Afternoon class and the 4 Year Old
Afternoon class. Call for information: 403-288-
2616
Find out what our preschool is all about by
taking a Virtual Tour
Registration for the 2021/2022 School Year is The preschool is overseen by the Silver Springs
ongoing! Community Association (SSCA) and operates as
a nondenominational and non-profit
We are currently accepting registration for
organization.
our:
3 year old PM class: 4 spaces available Contact us today!
403-288-2616
4 year old PM class: 3 spaces available www.silverspringspreschool.com
Wait lists have started for: Follow us on Facebook & Instagram
3 year old AM class
THE SILVER SPRINGS SPIRIT SEPTEMBER 2021 4
159 Scouts 7 but there may be some prep-skates prior to
the long weekend!
The 159 Silver Springs - Scenic Acres
If you have any questions, please don’t
Scout group is eager to get going for
hesitate to contact us at
another year of adventures. Existing
admin@nwwarriorshockey.com
Members will have the first 2 weeks of
September to renew their membership for Get out and soak up the sun!
the Calendar year of 2022, followed by an The Northwest Warriors
opening to new members. All sign-up is
online at myscouts.ca. We accept all
youth ages 5-18. If you are unsure if BOTANICAL GARDENS OF
Scouting is for you, try out a few meetings SILVER SPRINGS
and see for yourself. Questions? email The Botanical Gardens of Silver Springs is in full
contact@159Scouts.ca bloom. Everywhere in the garden there are
exceptional gardens that will warm your heart and
Thanks, demonstrate the varied beauty of plants.
Kris Canivet
159 Scouts Group Commissioner
We hope everyone is enjoying their summer
break! It is hard to believe that July is already
behind us and hockey season is fast Figure 1 Shakespeare Garden
approaching!
We would like to remind everyone that
registration for the 2021-2022 season closes
on August 15, so don’t miss out! Just visit
our website (www.nwwarriorshockey.com)
and click on the registration menu. You will
find the link to our online registration, as well
as answers to a great deal of questions.
Evaluation schedules will be up soon and can
be found under the Evaluation tab on the
website. Evaluations will start on September
Figure 2 Old Post Garden
THE SILVER SPRINGS SPIRIT SEPTEMBER 2021 5
Please come and join us for our autumn celebration
of the gardens. We have delayed the party for this
year because of the uncertainty around Covid
restrictions. But this date is confirmed.
Awesome Autumn in the Park
Saturday September 11
10:00am until Noon
Scavenger Hunt for Kids
What’s blooming in the Fall
Light refreshments
We are having a formal opening of our new fruit
Figure 3 Rose Bowl Garden grove and a formal celebration of our new mural.
As well you will have the opportunity to support
Full summer bloom will be here for another month
your garden in a multitude of ways. People will be
or so before we see the effect of autumn. Many
available to explain how to sponsor, volunteer or
plants are blooming early because of the heat. So
support your gardens in many ways. We also
if you have a particular favorite, you may want to
welcome ideas from the community for projects
come and see it a bit early.
that would add to the enjoyment of our gardens for
The garden has been very busy with tours, multiple all.
visitors and people enjoying the gardens,
picnicking in the garden spaces, painting,
photographing, walking dogs, and visiting with
each other. It is a very social place where the
environment contributes to a sense of peace and
good will.
Maps at each entrance to the garden will direct you
to all of the various garden areas. Each garden
brings with it a special growing condition, or type
of plant. All of the plants here clearly can survive
and thrive in northwest Calgary.
Figure 4 Map of the ground showing all entrances
THE SILVER SPRINGS SPIRIT SEPTEMBER 2021 6
The fruit grove has been renovated and is now a removed by the City of Calgary Parks. There is a
very welcoming space for people to come, visit and possibility of more changes to this area. Let us
picnic. Below are photos of the entrance way and know what is working for you.
some of the early fruit within the grove.
Our new website with an 800-plant data base is
The mural at the entrance to our gardens is now nearing completion. We are still on track to go
complete and we will have a formal opening and live sometime in the fall and the new website will
recognition of our artist Debra Ward, and support mobile devices to identify the plants in the
significant volunteer, Rick Metzger. garden. Each species in our data base has
We are so thankful that our entrance way has been descriptive elements which include size, growth
made more beautiful. Note the new pathway requirements etc.
beside Debra which encourages multiple entrance Thank you also to all who have volunteered for the
sites to the garden. garden this year. Volunteers have lots of fun and
you can be part of this.
We have ongoing opportunities to sponsor
gardens, benches, and picnic tables. Please inquire
with the website at https://www.bgss.ca/.
Again, this year we will offer the opportunity to
purchase an inscribed brick for placement at the
entrance to the garden. Come and look at the front
entrance to see what they are like. If you are
interested in a purchase, please let us know through
the website. https://www.bgss.ca/
As you can see, there are multiple ways to support
your garden. We appreciate that the people of
Silver Springs have supported our garden in the
past. We hope you will continue to support the
The entrance way has also been opened up to gardens as an asset to the community of Silver
support more ways into the garden from the Springs, the gardening community of Calgary and
parking lot. Several of the fences have been
THE SILVER SPRINGS SPIRIT SEPTEMBER 2021 7
the larger community of citizens who appreciate
the beauty of the gardens.
We welcome all to the garden to enjoy the natural
and cultivated beauty. We hope you enjoy the
garden as much as we do. Remember that there are
now two picnic areas to enjoy. One in the south of
the garden and one in the fruit grove.
Sad News From EGG and BGSS
It is with sadness that we inform you of the
passing of one of our long-time gardeners.
Gerry Young passed away after a journey with
cancer. He was a Master Gardener and one of
the head gardeners with the Edible Garden. We have two requests for harvesting from the Food
Gerry loved photography and he captured many Forest:
wonderful photos of our beautiful garden. • Please leave the pumpkins for
the Beavers to harvest.
Gerry was a member of the Calgary Rose
Society and subsequently became directly • Please take only a limited
amount of produce at a time, so
involved with the ‘rose team’ in the Botanical
that as many community
Gardens. Many of his photographs were
members as possible can enjoy
chosen for the 2019 and 2020 Botanical Garden
it. We want to see the
Calendar.
vegetables, fruit, and herbs well
used, however, if you would like
Gerry also took photographs of events such as to harvest a significant amount
the ‘Pumpkin Walk’ and the ‘Tulip Celebration’ you might consider renting a
for the Silver Springs Community Association. garden box for next
season. Please remember that
Gerry will be greatly missed. We extend our all produce inside the chain link
deepest sympathy to his family. fence is for the exclusive use of
those who have paid a fee to
rent a garden box.
SILVER SPRINGS EDIBLE
COMMUNITY GARDEN
Food Forest abundance
We are so pleased to see that many residents of Silver
Springs have been harvesting from the Food Forest. We
are appreciative of the number of people who have
expressed their gratitude for the fresh produce, as this is
the purpose of the Food Forest- to share with the
community! The garden has flourished with the hot
weather this season and the dedicated gardeners who
have shown up to keep it well-watered.
THE SILVER SPRINGS SPIRIT SEPTEMBER 2021 8
The Growing Connection Speaker Series is looking for is unique, handcrafted items; artwork,
suggestions
wood work, art cards, photography,
Each year the Edible Garden, along with the Botanical
Garden of Silver Springs co-host a Garden Speaker Series: jewelry, sewing, knitwear and seasonal
‘The Growing Connection’. These informative talks are home décor.
open for anyone to attend. As we begin planning for next
season, we invite you to send suggestions for possible Registration fee is: $45 All tables are 6’
topics and presenters to silverspringsgarden@gmail.com x30” in size and come with two chairs.
Fall garden clean up
Registration for our Crafter’s Market will
The Fall EGG clean up date is Saturday, September 25 at
10am. The rain date in case of bad weather is Sunday, begin September 1st online at Register
September 26 at 10am. Now
When cleaning up your garden at the end of the season,
make sure you harvest all remaining produce. You can Refunds will only be processed up until
freeze, preserve and dry your harvest, or give it away if Oct. 1/21. After Oct. 1, no refunds will be
you have too much!
given.
Remove all plant material from your garden bed. Most
can go in the compost, but diseased plants should go in
the black bin.
Work compost and any other needed soil amendments Children’s Used Toy &
into the soil of your garden bed. This will replenish
nutrients and improve soil composition.
Clothing Sale
Fertilize and mulch your perennial plants with leaves,
straw or wood chips.
If you have containers, empty them into the compost
(unless the plants are diseased). Then clean the pots with
vinegar and soapy water and store for next year.
Clean and sharpen your garden tools, and store all
garden supplies out of the elements.
Start planning for next year! Make note of your Start cleaning out those closets in
successes, failures and make of list of the seeds you will
need for next season. preparation for September!
our Annual Used Toy and Clothing sale is
Silver Springs Christmas fast approaching!
Crafter’s Market Where: Silver Springs Community Centre
November 20, 2021 When: Saturday, September 25, 2021
Calling all Crafters! Time: 9am – 1pm
The Silver Springs Community Tables rent for $35
Association is looking for CREATIVE Call to book your table! 403-288-2616
and INNOVATIVE artisans and home
crafters. The focus of this Christmas Sale Register online now at: Register
THE SILVER SPRINGS SPIRIT SEPTEMBER 2021 9DANCE FOUNDATION
Dance Foundation is undergoing some changes this season. We wish to welcome Kari who has taken on the role
of Program Coordinator.
We thank you for your patience as we work at redeveloping our program.
Fall offerings, we are starting small and will run the classes below just until Christmas break:
4:00-4:30 - Predance (3-4 year olds)
4:45-5:30 - Ballet/Jazz combo (5-7 year olds)
4-4:30 - Predance (3-4 year olds)
4:45-5:30 - Beginner Hip Hop (5-7 year olds)
Please watch our website for more class information and registration updates.
SILVER SPRINGS OUTDOOR POOL 2021
Silver Springs Outdoor Pool is pleased to be offering the Red Cross Swim Preschool and Swim Kids
Program for the Summer Season of 2021. The Swim Preschool program offers a variety of levels for
younger children. The Swim Kids program offers 10 levels allowing kids to work through all levels and
feel proud of their achievements. Children 6 years and up enter the Swim Kids program according to
the level they completed in the Swim Preschool program last. All our instructors are fully qualified and
pride themselves on providing a safe and fun lesson environment. Come enjoy swimming with us!
Closing September 6th, 2021
Pool Admission: $5 per person
Book your admission tickets online at
calgaryoutdoorpools.ca
PRIVATE RENTALS – To book a private pool rental, please call the pool directly at 403-221-3885.
Please note all 1-hour private pool rentals are $140.00 per hour.
We will actively monitor the pool and guidelines throughout the summer and may modify procedures
as necessary.
THE SILVER SPRINGS SPIRIT SEPTEMBER 2021 10Schedule subject to change
WHAT IS A COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION?
Your community association is a non-profit, volunteer organization that represents the interests and meets the needs of
the residents within the community … your needs!
I DON’T USE THE PROGRAMS OR THE COMMUNITY CENTRE … WHY SHOULD I JOIN???
Your community association needs your support even if you don’t make use of the programs offered because you benefit
directly from the work your community association does:
• Your membership fee supports affordable, local programs that help keep your community healthy and attractive to
old and new residents alike.
• Children learn social and leadership skills through community programs, which help them to become responsible,
productive adults.
• Special needs groups receive important support through community associations.
• If your neighborhood is faced with a planning issue, from transportation to zoning, your community association can
help protect the interests of the community.
• The cost of building and maintaining facilities is considerable. Your membership fees are an important part of your
community association’s fundraising effort.
At the Silver Springs Community Association we believe membership fees are a small price to pay for the many hours your
community association volunteers contribute to make your neighborhood a better place to live.
Yeah, but….WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?
You’ll enjoy a healthier community through the efforts of a well-supported community association. As a member, you’ll have
a say your community association’s priorities as we progress into the future.
THE SILVER SPRINGS SPIRIT SEPTEMBER 2021 11BOWMONT PHOTO CONTEST
Photo collage created by Ali MacQuarri
"If you are interested in submitting photos taken in Bowmont Natural Environment Park in 2021, we
would encourage you to enter the photo contest and join our local amateur photographers in showcasing
your photos and love of the park. The entry deadline for the 21st Annual Bowmont Natural Environment
Park Amateur Photo Contest is October 15th, 2021. Please contact Linda Knight
at ljknight1947@gmail.com for entry forms and contest rules. Enjoy your fall in Bowmont Park."
THE SILVER SPRINGS SPIRIT SEPTEMBER 2021 12SENIORS’ CORNER
Seniors safety tips
Your health and your home mean a lot to you, so its important to protect them. The Calgary Fire
Department is ready to help. We offer fire safety advice often right in your neighbourhood. Our
firefighters are trained to identify the signs and symptoms of an at-risk senior, and help them
connect to needed resources. We want to make sure that you, your loved ones and pets stay safe
and healthy in the community.
• Be sure to have one working smoke alarm on every level of your home.
• Smoke alarms should be installed outside all sleeping areas.
• Test smoke alarms once a month (try using a broom handle to test smoke alarms).
• Change batteries in smoke alarms once a year.
• Have working lights outside the front and back entrances of your home.
• Have an escape plan with two ways out of every room.
• If you live in an apartment building, count the number of doorways between your apartment
and the two nearest exits (you may need to escape in the dark).
• Know how to unlock doors and windows, any security barred window should be equipped with
quick-release devices.
• If you are trapped, close doors between you and the smoke, stuff rags or towels in the cracks
around the doors to keep the smoke out. Wait at a window and signal the firefighters by waving
a light colour cloth, turning the lights in your home or a flashlight on and off.
• Practice your home escape plan.
• Crawl low under smoke.
• Keep stove surfaces free of clutter and grease build up.
• Never leave cooking unattended.
• Set a kitchen timer to remind you to turn off burners and the oven.
• Wear clothes with tight fitting sleeves.
• If your clothes are on fire: Stop Drop and Roll.
• Provide smokers with large, deep, non-tip ashtrays and empty them by wetting the contents
before dumping
• Never smoke in bed or while drinking alcohol
• Oxygen used at home improperly can cause fires
• Keep oxygen containers upright and at least 10 feet away from heat and open flames.
• Be familiar with emergency services available through calling 9-1-1 such as: Calgary Police
Service, Calgary Fire Department, Hazardous Materials Spills and Emergency Medical Services.
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MESSAGE FROM JASON COPPING
BACK TO SCHOOL
The summer months always go by so As we get our children ready to go back
quickly and this summer was no to school, whether it be elementary,
exception as we were able to get back high or post-secondary, I want to wish
to normal – seeing family and friends, you all the very best for a school year
attending the Calgary Stampede and that will be more normal then the last
other festivals, and touring our year. I know last year was challenging,
province. It was great to get back out but I am optimistic that students will
into the community to connect with have a great year with their teachers,
many of you, whether it be at a peers and friends.
community event, door knocking or
meeting you in my office. To celebrate the new school year I
would like to invite you to a Back to
I continue to be inspired by the School BBQ I will be hosting for
thoughtful and genuine conversations I constituents of Calgary-Varsity. Please
have with constituents on a variety of join me on Saturday, September 18th
issues. The passion and ideas you have from 12-2pm at the Varsity Community
in making our province the best it can Centre to celebrate our community.
be makes me proud to be your
representative in Edmonton. For more information on the BBQ or to
reach me please email
This summer the Government of Calgary.varsity@assembly.ab.ca or call
Alberta continued to focus on recovery 403-216-5436.
through Alberta’s Recovery Plan.
Through programs such as the Alberta Jason Copping
Jobs Now, which approved MLA, Calgary-Varsity
approximately 2,700 applications from Calgary.Varsity@assembly.ab.ca
employers, nearly 14,000 Albertans Unit 201, 1055 20th Avenue NW
will get back to work in the coming 403-216-5436
months. This is in addition to continued
investment for both economic and Facebook:
social recovery. The Alberta facebook.com\jasoncoppingAB
Government’s focus is on jobs, Instagram: Jason_CoppingAB
investment and diversification.
Twitter: @JasonCoppingAB
THE SILVER SPRINGS SPIRIT SEPTEMBER 2021 15WARD 1 REPORT FROM Calgary office, or at one of the six secure drop boxes
located throughout the city in late September (details
COUNCILLOR WARD SUTHERLAND will be outlined in the information package).
Ballots must be returned in the envelope provided
and received by Elections Calgary no later than 4
p.m. on Oct. 18, 2021, in accordance with the
instructions.
Voters are also required to include a photocopy of an
authorized form of identification with their mail-in
ballots. A list of authorized identification can be found
on electionscalgary.ca.
Oct. 18, 2021 is Election Day. Calgarians will elect a
mayor, 14 councillors, 7 Calgary Board of Education
trustees, and 7 Calgary Roman Catholic Separate
VOTE BY MAIL FOR THE 2021 School Division trustees, as well as vote on
reintroducing fluoride to the municipal water system. A
GENERAL ELECTION
provincial ballot will also be included in the 2021
As of Aug. 3, 2021, eligible voters can request a special General Election to elect senators representing Alberta
(mail-in) ballot for the 2021 General Election until and to vote on referendum questions.
noon (12 p.m.) on Election Day (Oct. 18, 2021). In
This election has some changes to ward boundaries.
order to request a mail-in ballot, eligible voters must be
Voters are encouraged to make sure they know what
unable to vote during the Advance Vote (Oct. 4-
ward they are voting in and learn more about added
Oct. 10, 2021), or on Election Day, Oct. 18, 2021, due
voting stations in their neighbourhoods with extended
to:
hours.
• a disability or illness; or There are many ways to vote. Eligible voters are
• absence from their place of residence; or encouraged to visit electionscalgary.ca to see when and
• if they are an election worker, a candidate, where they can vote in the 2021 General Election. A
campaign worker or scrutineer. voter information card and guide will also be mailed to
all households in the fall with more details.
Requests for a mail-in ballot can be made through one
of the following options: For more information, candidates and eligible voters
can visit electionscalgary.ca, or call (403)-476-4100.
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ACTIVITIES
Elections Calgary office:
2340 22 Street N.E. With students back to school and workers returning to
Calgary, Alberta the office, road traffic and foot traffic is increasing. To
T2E 8B7 help citizens with their commuting, The City of
Calgary has a map that shows where roadway activities
Ballots and information packages will be mailed to
are occurring. Activities such as sidewalk repairs, local
requestors in late September or can be picked up at the
improvements, various street improvements and
Elections Calgary office when ready. Requesters will
miscellaneous construction areas are shown on the
be notified. Once received, voters need to follow the
map. The information in this map can help you plan
instructions to fill out the ballots and envelope, and
your route and look for alternative routes, if needed. It
return the package by mail, in person at the Elections
is located at https://maps.calgary.ca/.
THE SILVER SPRINGS SPIRIT SEPTEMBER 2021 16Tips for using your green cart OFFICE OF PAT KELLY,
this fall MEMBER OF
• Yard waste like leaves, branches, PARLIAMENT FOR
grass and plants can go directly CALGARY ROCKY RIDGE
inside the green cart. Over the summer, my staff and I have transitioned
• Always fill your green cart first, back to working together in the office, and have
enjoyed resuming in-person meetings and events in the
then fill paper yard waste bags. riding. We were able to continue to serve constituents
Roll tops of bags closed to prevent effectively during the pandemic and adapted to new
spills and allow your collector to ways of communicating when it was not possible to
meet in person. While our meetings were restricted to
pick up the bags. online platforms and telephone calls, I had the pleasure
• Place extra yard waste bags at least of speaking to many of you about your concerns and
about the work I do in Ottawa.
two feet to the side of your green
It has been a long and challenging experience for
cart for collection. Make sure you many, and I have the utmost respect for constituents’
can lift the bag with one hand. perseverance. It has been encouraging to observe
• Do not use plastic bags in your residents come together in various ways to support one
another.
green cart.
In July 2020, I introduced an e-newsletter to
communicate local and federal updates directly to
Starting in November, your green cart interested constituents. This supplements the House to
House Newsletter which is mailed to your home a few
will be picked up once every other
times each year, and is included in an archive of
week. Weekly green cart collection will communication products available on my website:
resume in the spring. www.patkellymp.ca. If you would like to be added to
the e-newsletter distribution list, please sign up via my
Visit calgary.ca/collection to check your website or contact my office directly by email:
schedule and sign up for reminders. pat.kelly@parl.gc.ca or by telephone: 403-282-7980.
I wish you an enjoyable summer and a smooth
transition to an increased state of normalcy in the fall.
As always, you are welcome to contact my office with
concerns, as my staff are pleased to assist when
possible. As there has been some speculation about an
election being called this year, please know that if that
occurs, although I will not be in the office, a reduced
staff presence will continue to be available during any
election period to assist with federal matters.
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