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HFebruary 2013<br />
ello <strong>Acadia</strong><br />
The Official <strong>Community</strong> Newsletter for ACADIA<br />
Published by Mind’s design studio Call 403-257-8345 for advertising oPPortunities www.Mindsdesign.Ca<br />
Mind’s design studio’s Mission is to create an inspiring resource for residents <strong>and</strong><br />
businesses to becoMe More involved, connected <strong>and</strong> prosperous within their coMMunities.<br />
<strong>Acadia</strong> <strong>Community</strong> Association’s<br />
Annual<br />
Saturday, February 16, 2013<br />
11:00am - 3:00pm<br />
see page 3 for more details on the winter carnival.<br />
<strong>Acadia</strong> <strong>Community</strong> Association / <strong>Acadia</strong> Recreation Complex<br />
Address: 240 - 90 Avenue S.E. <strong>Calgary</strong>, Alberta T2J 6P6<br />
Phone: 403-255-1252 Email: acadiarec@telus.net<br />
Visit us at: www.<strong>Acadia</strong>Rec.com<br />
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acadia community association’s<br />
Annual Winter Carnival<br />
saturday, february 16, 2013 from 11:00 am - 3:00 pm.<br />
- FREE SKATE 12:15 - 1:15 pm<br />
- Door Prizes - Cake Walk<br />
- Games, Bounce House & Lots of Fun<br />
- Hot Dogs, Drinks <strong>and</strong> More...<br />
children: no charge adults: $2:00<br />
acadia membership holders: no charge<br />
Non-Perishable Food Item(s) as a Donation to the<br />
<strong>Calgary</strong> Food Bank greatly appreciated.<br />
Contact Kim at arccurl@telus.net or call 403-255-1252 Ext. 222 for further details.<br />
Address: 240 - 90 Avenue SE<br />
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acadia coMMunity association (aca)<br />
Please direct any community related questions to :<br />
♦ Phone: 403-255-1252 ♦ E-mail: acadiarec@telus.net ♦ www.acadiarec.com<br />
address: 240 - 90 avenue s.e.<br />
calgary, alberta t2J 6p6<br />
office hoUrs: Monday - Friday: 9:00 am - 9:00 pm, Saturday & Sunday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm<br />
executive<br />
President Phyllis Dean 403-253-1752 epdean@telus.net<br />
Vice President Keith Simmons keithsimmons@telusplanet.net<br />
Secretary Denise Heck dheck104@gmail.com<br />
Treasurer Dan Balkovec 403-560-5659<br />
Past President Ed Dean 403-253-1752<br />
directors<br />
Financial Resources Lil Rose 403-253-6054<br />
Membership Vacant<br />
Publicity (Newsletter Editor) Rhonda Pomfrey 403-243-9427 rdjpomfrey3@shaw.ca<br />
Social Events Phyllis Dean 403-253-1752<br />
Sports Director Graeme Allison gallison@shaw.ca<br />
Ways & Means Georgina Leschinski 403-441-9290 georgina_leschinski@hotmail.com<br />
Director at Large Frankie Harrison 403-259-2660 gordh@telusplanet.net<br />
Director at Large George Rose 403-253-6054<br />
Director at Large Marv Olson 403-252-7989<br />
aca district contacts<br />
Alderman (Ward 9) Gian-Carlo Carra 403-268-2430 ward09@calgary.ca<br />
M.L.A. <strong>Calgary</strong>-<strong>Acadia</strong> Jonathan Denis 403-640-1363 calgary.acadia@assembly.ab.ca<br />
MP, <strong>Calgary</strong> Southeast Jason Kenney 403-225-3480 kennej@parl.gc.ca<br />
<strong>Community</strong> Rec. Coordinator Kendra Varoney 403-537-7592 kendra.varoney@calgary.ca<br />
CPS <strong>Community</strong> Liaison Cst. Blindenbach 403-567-6600 QBlindenbach@calgarypolice.ca<br />
Garden Committee Corinne S<strong>and</strong>hurst 403-253-2577 acadiagarden@yahoo.com<br />
Traffic Committee Keith Simmons keithsimmons@telusplanet.net<br />
Youth Justice Maureen McClean 403-255-7010 maureen.mcclean@esso.ca<br />
Girl Guides of Canada Tracy Commasetti 403-203-2414<br />
Welcome Wagon MAIN NUMBER 1-866-627-6070 www.welcomewagon.ca<br />
Newsletter Ad Inquiry/Ad Sales Laura Dennison 403-257-8345 newslettersales@mindsdesign.ca<br />
Newsletter Publisher Bobbie-Jo Bergner 403-203-9152 info@mindsdesign.ca<br />
acadia recreation management<br />
Business Manager Jodi Wright 403-255-1252 Ext. 224 acadiarec@telus.net<br />
Operations Manager Craig Recksiedler 403-255-1252 Ext. 226 c.recksiedler@telus.net<br />
acadia recreation office staff<br />
Arena Coordinator Madeline Vatcher 403-255-1252 Ext. 223 arcarena@telus.net<br />
Curling Coordinator/Special Events Kim Pedersen 403-255-1252 Ext. 222 arccurl@telus.net<br />
acadia community association vision <strong>and</strong> mission<br />
vision: To be a well managed <strong>Community</strong> Association providing a safe <strong>and</strong> caring community through the engagement of<br />
residents in community planning, social <strong>and</strong> recreational activities.<br />
mission: The <strong>Acadia</strong> <strong>Community</strong> Association is dedicated to creating a vibrant <strong>and</strong> healthy community through enhanced<br />
participation of neighbours involved in a shared vision.<br />
Pg. 4 February 2013 Thank you for supporting your community association <strong>and</strong> your local businesses!
<strong>Acadia</strong><br />
<strong>Community</strong> Updates<br />
<strong>Hello</strong> <strong>Acadia</strong><br />
Deadlines<br />
<strong>Community</strong> Content <strong>and</strong> Ads...<br />
Submission<br />
Deadlines<br />
<strong>Community</strong> content is due<br />
on the 10th of the month,<br />
for the following month’s<br />
issue.<br />
Please forward to Rhonda<br />
at rho@mindsdesign.ca.<br />
Ads are due on the 15th of<br />
the month, for the following<br />
month’s issue. Please forward<br />
inquiries to Laura Dennison at<br />
newslettersales@mindsdesign.ca.<br />
Spring Clean-Up Event for <strong>Acadia</strong> Residents<br />
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!<br />
Saturday, May 11, 2013<br />
ACA / ARC<br />
Babysitter’s Registry<br />
Would you like to add your name to the Babysitter’s Registry?<br />
Please email Rhonda at rho@mindsdesign.ca or phone 403-243-9427.<br />
naMes age phone<br />
Jaelin B. 14 403-875-0317 weeknight/ends<br />
Brittany H. 14 403-640-7132 weeknight/ends<br />
Madisson J. 12 403-720-3430 weeknight/ends<br />
Rose K. Adult 403-253-4570 weeknight/ends/days<br />
Bonnie K. Adult 403-613-9477 weeknight/ends/days<br />
Carmen M. 13 403-697-9962 weeknight/ends<br />
Jamie P. Adult 403-453-8119 weeknight/ends<br />
Hailey P. 12 403-253-4148 weekends only<br />
Sarah P. 12 403-640-2874 weeknight/ends<br />
Tova S. 14 403-257-2154 weeknight/ends<br />
Grace S. Adult 403-253-5018 weeknight/ends<br />
Babysitters’ names are listed at the request of the individual providing the services. The <strong>Acadia</strong><br />
<strong>Community</strong> Association will not accept responsibility. Sitters are not screened. The employer<br />
is responsible for negotiating reliability, maturity, safety, rates, etc. with the Sitter. This is<br />
strictly a service for the community of <strong>Acadia</strong>.<br />
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Your official newsletter<br />
<strong>Community</strong><br />
News<br />
what’s up<br />
at the ARC<br />
Our FRONT DESK hours of operation at the ARC are Monday<br />
through Friday 9:00am-9:00pm, Saturday & Sunday 9:00am –<br />
5:00pm. For those of you using the Squash <strong>and</strong> Racquetball Courts,<br />
we ask that you bring the exact change or purchase a punch card<br />
(pay for 4 courts, get 1 FREE). You can do this either by phone or<br />
in person at the Front Desk during office hours.<br />
acadia commUnitY association winter<br />
carnival – Saturday, February 16th, 2013 from 11am – 3pm,<br />
including a Public Skate: 12:15 -1:15. Admission: Children No<br />
Charge, Adults $ 2.00. <strong>Acadia</strong> <strong>Community</strong> Membership Holders:<br />
No Charge. Please bring a non-perishable food item for the<br />
<strong>Calgary</strong> Food Bank as a donation. Contact Kim at arccurl@telus.<br />
net or call at 403-255-1252, Ext. 222 for further details.<br />
memBerships – Memberships are available at the ARC.<br />
Family: $25, Single $15, <strong>and</strong> Charter Members $10. Come out <strong>and</strong><br />
support your community!<br />
arena – Public Skating is on Sundays at 11:45 to 12:45.<br />
Please contact Maddy at arcarena@telus.net or call<br />
403-255-1252 , 223 for availability or more information.<br />
Bingo volUnteers needed – Please contact Lil Rose at<br />
403-253-6054 if you are interested in volunteering for our Bingos.<br />
cUrling arena - Please contact Kim at arccurl@telus.net or<br />
call 403-255-1252 for more information.<br />
happY hoUr – Join us for ACA Happy Hour/Social on Saturday,<br />
February 9, 2013 from 4 – 6 pm in our Lounge. For more<br />
information call the ARC at 403-255-1252.<br />
Keepin it coUntrY line dance clUB – This club<br />
dances at the <strong>Acadia</strong> Recreation Complex Wednesdays, from<br />
7:00pm – 9:00pm. Contact: Gerry Smith @ 403-256-4150<br />
parent & tots plaYgroUp - Our weekly “Parent <strong>and</strong><br />
Tots” gathering at the ARC is every Tuesday from 9:30-11:00 am.<br />
There is no fee for this group so please stop by anytime. Please<br />
contact Holly Young at 403-695-7338 should you require any<br />
information.<br />
MDS PRINTING<br />
T-SHIRT & STICKER PACKAGE SPECIAL<br />
10 white t-shirts with full colour heat<br />
transfer <strong>and</strong> 200 stickers*<br />
$ 189.95 + GST<br />
*Special includes 10 white<br />
Fruit of the Loom 100% cotton t-shirts<br />
in the same size with<br />
4”x2.5” crest/logo on the front.<br />
Full colour stickers are<br />
4”x2.5” in size.<br />
Quotes are available for modifications<br />
or custom orders.<br />
403-478-4355<br />
mdsprinting@shaw.ca<br />
parent & tot no charge sKate – Free skating at the<br />
ARC Arena from 9:30-10:30am every Tuesday <strong>and</strong> Friday.<br />
For more information contact the ARC at 403-255-1252.<br />
racQUetBall or sQUash, YoUr choice – Please<br />
call us at 403-255-1252 to book your time. Prices are $20.00/<br />
hr during non prime hours (8am-4pm weekdays) <strong>and</strong> $22.00/<br />
hr during prime time (4pm-9pm <strong>and</strong> all day weekends). You can<br />
purchase a punch card (pay for 4 courts, get 1 FREE). A Non<br />
Prime card is $80.00 <strong>and</strong> a Prime card is $88.00. ALL PRICES<br />
INCLUDE GST.<br />
You can purchase these at our Front Desk during office hours<br />
or contact us by phone 403-255-1252.<br />
rose hall or room rentals – Please call Kim at<br />
403-255-1252, Ext. 222 or email arccurl@telus.net for<br />
availability <strong>and</strong> information on all your special event meetings &<br />
bookings.<br />
sports card show - The Sports Card Show is Saturday<br />
<strong>and</strong> Sunday February 9th & 10th, 2013. Contact Julie at<br />
403-990-6312.<br />
please recycle Your newsletter<br />
Your<br />
crest/logo<br />
here<br />
Schools<br />
Businesses<br />
<strong>Community</strong> <strong>Associations</strong><br />
Groups<br />
Special Functions<br />
Teams<br />
Fundraising<br />
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<strong>Community</strong><br />
Your official newsletter<br />
Financial Resources<br />
lil rose - 403-253-6054<br />
Thank you Cathie (not of <strong>Acadia</strong>) for volunteering for<br />
<strong>Acadia</strong> at the New Year’s Eve event at Grey Eagle. Each<br />
organization was to have one volunteer at this charity event.<br />
The regular volunteers were either without transportation or<br />
were booked for celebrations. Thanks new Bingo Volunteers -<br />
Barry Smith, Jennie Van Rump <strong>and</strong> Mike Driscoll. You make my<br />
phoning job to have 12 volunteers each event much easier.<br />
Do come out <strong>and</strong> enjoy the Winter Carnival on Saturday,<br />
February 16th, 2013 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm.<br />
five star: 4980 - 25 Street S.E.<br />
Bingo Barn: 1107 - 33 Street N.E.<br />
grey eagle: 3777 Grey Eagle Drive<br />
february dates<br />
volunteers needed!<br />
Volunteers are needed from<br />
10:45 am - 3:30 pm. All<br />
events are in the afternoon.<br />
tues. feb. 5 five star 11:00 aM<br />
fri. feb. 15 grey eagle 11:00 aM<br />
tues. feb. 19 five star 11:00 aM<br />
Mon. feb. 24 bingo barn 11:00 aM<br />
tues. Mar. 5 five star 11:00 aM<br />
fri. Mar. 8 gray eagle 11:00 aM<br />
Renovations<br />
Decks & Fences<br />
Kitchens & Baths<br />
Basement<br />
BiLL carnegie<br />
Developments<br />
Residential Project<br />
Management<br />
carnegie contracting inc.<br />
P: 403.992.0661<br />
e: contact.crcs@gmail.com<br />
BILL CARNEGIE<br />
E: contact.crcs@gmail.com<br />
Licenced / Bonded / insured<br />
http://carnegiecontracting.com<br />
Dr. Christine Julie Labbé Holko<br />
Dr. Christine<br />
Holko is now<br />
accepting<br />
new patients.<br />
(service bilingue)<br />
Located in<br />
Southcenter<br />
Tower,<br />
situated<br />
across the<br />
street from<br />
the Anderson train station, next to<br />
Southcenter mall <strong>and</strong> Willowpark village.<br />
290-11012 MacLeod Trail South, <strong>Calgary</strong>, AB T2V 6A5<br />
403-271-1517<br />
Email: info@makeyousmile.ca<br />
Website: www.makeyousmile.ca<br />
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macleod trail south<br />
willow park drive s.e.<br />
109 avenue s.e.<br />
Bonaventure dr. s.e.
Forget the resolution…<br />
Did you make a resolution to get fit<br />
<strong>and</strong> lose weight? Forget it! Instead,<br />
start a revolution – a health revolution!<br />
Fitness isn’t a goal – it’s a way of life. A<br />
resolution is merely a decision to change<br />
something; a revolution is a complete<br />
system change. A true commitment to<br />
fitness <strong>and</strong> health should be a revolution.<br />
Let me offer the following advice about<br />
staging your own personal fitness<br />
revolution:<br />
1. set reasonable goals. Want to<br />
lose 50 pounds <strong>and</strong> drop 5 dress<br />
sizes? Great! Will you accomplish<br />
that by summer? Maybe. A lofty<br />
goal can be intimidating <strong>and</strong> seem<br />
unachievable. Instead of tackling the<br />
entire goal, chip away at it. Shoot to<br />
lose 10 pounds in 2 months. Setting<br />
<strong>and</strong> achieving numerous goals<br />
encourages you to continue your<br />
revolution.<br />
2. take baby steps.<br />
• Exercise: If you aren’t physically<br />
active, start small or you will end-up<br />
discouraged or possibly injured. Go<br />
for a brisk walk, hit the elliptical, or<br />
do an entry-level group class. Once<br />
that becomes easy, add another<br />
component. If you are active, add<br />
variety. Trying something new<br />
avoids boredom <strong>and</strong> works different<br />
muscles, so your body more actively<br />
burns calories. Kettlebells are a<br />
great addition to any fitness plan!<br />
• Diet: I hate the “d-word” - it<br />
implies deprivation. Think of<br />
healthy meal plans instead: limit<br />
carbohydrates <strong>and</strong> make vegetables<br />
½ of your daily food intake. Think<br />
first: how much workout time<br />
start a Revolution!<br />
will that cookie cost? Opt for a<br />
smoothie, apple, or carrots instead.<br />
3. find a partner. People who<br />
workout with a friend are more<br />
dedicated <strong>and</strong> have more fun.<br />
Meeting a friend at the gym<br />
is motivational, offers friendly<br />
competition, <strong>and</strong> provides an ally to<br />
share your success.<br />
4. there is no one-size-fits-all<br />
weight-loss solution. Media is<br />
littered with weight-loss success<br />
stories. Harness the motivation, but<br />
don’t get hooked in. Do research<br />
– what’s it cost? How much work<br />
is involved? Do you have support?<br />
Does it fit your lifestyle? Just<br />
because the latest fad diet worked<br />
for a friend, doesn’t mean it will<br />
work for you. Most important<br />
– don’t sacrifice your health <strong>and</strong><br />
nutrition.<br />
5. track your progress. Take<br />
measurements <strong>and</strong> before/<br />
during/after photos. It’s not<br />
easy – after all, who wants to<br />
take a photo when you know<br />
you’re overweight <strong>and</strong> out of<br />
shape? Re-take measurements<br />
<strong>and</strong> analyze your progress once a<br />
month. It’s so rewarding to look<br />
back <strong>and</strong> track your progress<br />
as you proceed towards your<br />
goals. Each month’s improvement<br />
is a successful battle in your<br />
revolution.<br />
6. don’t let a setback become<br />
a habit. So you went to Vegas<br />
for the weekend <strong>and</strong> gained a<br />
couple pounds. Big deal – we’re<br />
all human! Just don’t allow this<br />
break to become an excuse to<br />
continue with bad habits. Get back<br />
to healthy eating <strong>and</strong> exercise right<br />
away.<br />
7. have fun! Find something you<br />
truly love <strong>and</strong> you won’t see it as<br />
work!<br />
You are doing this for yourself. We often<br />
put ourselves last, but making a change<br />
for a healthier lifestyle not only rewards<br />
you, it also benefits your family <strong>and</strong><br />
friends.<br />
Vive la revolution!<br />
Allison Scott is an Certified Kettlebell<br />
Instructor <strong>and</strong> Fitness <strong>and</strong> Strength<br />
Training Instructor with Kanaka Fitness.<br />
She also is a karate student<br />
<strong>and</strong> teaches cardio kickboxing at<br />
Arashi Do Martial Arts.<br />
martial arts<br />
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<strong>Community</strong><br />
Your official newsletter<br />
Civic Chat<br />
hon. Jonathan denis Q.c.<br />
minister of Justice <strong>and</strong> solicitor<br />
general - mla, calgary-acadia<br />
calgary.acadia@assembly.ab.ca<br />
10, 8318 Fairmount Dr. SE 403-640-1363<br />
calgary.acadia@assembly.ab.ca<br />
jonath<strong>and</strong>enis.com<br />
I hope that you are all settling into your routines again. February<br />
is a fantastic month. The spring session of the Legislature will<br />
be starting <strong>and</strong> I know that winter is nearing the end. One of<br />
my resolutions is to get out more <strong>and</strong> so I have included some<br />
ideas to get out there <strong>and</strong> stay healthy.<br />
experience your winter wonderl<strong>and</strong> at a provincial park<br />
in Kananaskis country Exciting adventures are waiting for<br />
you <strong>and</strong> your family at a provincial park or recreation area<br />
in Kananaskis Country this winter. For world-renowned<br />
R. T. Alderman is your choice:<br />
� to be artistic, musical (orchestral b<strong>and</strong>) or dramatic<br />
� to be h<strong>and</strong>s-on in science labs, construction (wood shop) <strong>and</strong> with<br />
digital media<br />
� to have 56 minutes of daily Physical Education with a newly upgraded fitness centre<br />
� to take French or Spanish as a Second Language<br />
� for Outdoor School, Quebec <strong>and</strong> West-coast Sailing Trips<br />
� for flexible programming for athletes <strong>and</strong> dancers<br />
� for integration for students with Special Needs<br />
� to attend a middle school where our teens are mentors <strong>and</strong> role<br />
models for students at MapleRidge Elementary School<br />
� School-wide science fair <strong>and</strong> entrepreneurial venture opportunities<br />
February 21st<br />
6:30 to 8pm<br />
725 Mapleton Dr. S. E.<br />
403-777-7520<br />
www.cbe.ab.ca/b653<br />
cross-country skiing, visit Peter Lougheed Provincial Park, the<br />
Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park, the Kananaskis Village/<br />
Ribbon Creek system or West Bragg Creek. At the Canmore<br />
Nordic Centre, you can even enjoy night skiing from sundown<br />
until 9 p.m. on the lit Banff Trail up to Junction 7 where it meets<br />
the Banff Loop Trail. The day lodge closes at 5:30 p.m. daily.<br />
For more info. on winter activities visit AlbertaParks.ca.<br />
Renewed Premier’s Council to help build capacity in<br />
Alberta’s cultural sectors In support of Premier Alison<br />
Redford’s vision to create a longterm culture plan for Alberta<br />
<strong>and</strong> reflect the province’s diverse cultural l<strong>and</strong>scape, the<br />
Premier’s Council on Arts <strong>and</strong> Culture will be refocused as<br />
the Premier’s Council on Culture, with a renewed m<strong>and</strong>ate<br />
<strong>and</strong> membership. Recruitment for council positions begins<br />
immediately. Applications will be accepted until Feb. 28, <strong>and</strong> the<br />
new Premier’s Council on Culture will be announced<br />
in spring 2013.<br />
As your MLA, you are always welcome to contact me with<br />
questions, suggestions or concerns. In fact, your communication<br />
with my office helps me do my job. Contact my office anytime<br />
at 403-640.1363. You can also follow what I am doing as your<br />
MLA <strong>and</strong> as the Minister of Justice <strong>and</strong> Solicitor General on<br />
Facebook, Twitter <strong>and</strong> my website.<br />
Facebook: Facebook.com/jonath<strong>and</strong>enismla<br />
Twitter: Twitter.com/MinisterJono Website: jonath<strong>and</strong>enis.com<br />
iMove<br />
� Physical activity, health &<br />
wellness are supported through<br />
curricula, athletics & school-wide<br />
programs<br />
iCreate<br />
� We provide a balance of whole<br />
group instruction with<br />
inquiry-based, multi-disciplinary<br />
project-based learning.<br />
iLearn<br />
� We recognize that every<br />
student can learn <strong>and</strong> be<br />
successful in their own way.<br />
We make<br />
a difference!<br />
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<strong>Community</strong><br />
Your official newsletter<br />
Services<br />
protect your hoMe — by<br />
protecting your blue cart<br />
The City of <strong>Calgary</strong>’s household recycling<br />
program uses large, wheeled blue carts<br />
for weekly recycling material pick-up.<br />
These can contain easily combustible<br />
materials such as paper <strong>and</strong> cardboard,<br />
along with potentially valuable items such<br />
as refundable containers <strong>and</strong> documents with your personal<br />
information.<br />
The <strong>Calgary</strong> Police Service offers these tips to keep your blue<br />
cart — <strong>and</strong> your home — from becoming a target for v<strong>and</strong>als<br />
or thieves.<br />
• Keep your blue cart in your garage whenever it’s not out<br />
for recycling pickup. Leaving it in the alley or on your<br />
driveway can make your cart a target.<br />
• Take refundable containers such as pop cans to bottle<br />
depots. If these containers are left in blue carts, they<br />
encourage people to go through the blue cart contents,<br />
which can lead to littering <strong>and</strong> v<strong>and</strong>alism. Refundable<br />
containers also attract undesirable bottle pickers to your<br />
community.<br />
• If you don’t find recycling depots convenient, you may<br />
also consider donating your refundable containers to local<br />
bottle drives, or simply dropping the containers off at a<br />
bottle depot. Many depots have a bin for donations <strong>and</strong><br />
the money collected goes to charitable organizations.<br />
• Don’t put hazardous materials such as solvents or batteries<br />
in your blue cart, as these can endanger City staff <strong>and</strong><br />
damage equipment during recycling pickup <strong>and</strong> processing.<br />
For a convenient list of blue cart materials, <strong>and</strong> options for<br />
non-recyclable material, check The City of <strong>Calgary</strong> website<br />
at www.calgary.ca or call 3-1-1.<br />
• Shred all documents that contain personal information<br />
such as bills, bank statements, receipts, etc, <strong>and</strong> place<br />
them in a clear plastic bag before disposing of them in your<br />
blue cart.<br />
• If your blue cart is v<strong>and</strong>alized, please report it to the<br />
<strong>Calgary</strong> Police Service using the non-emergency phone<br />
number: 403-266-1234. This helps the police establish<br />
patterns of crime, which in turn helps create solutions.<br />
For more crime prevention tips, visit<br />
www.calgarypolice.ca.<br />
disClaiMer<br />
The opinions expressed within any published article, report<br />
or submission reflect those of the author <strong>and</strong> should not be<br />
considered to reflect those of the <strong>Community</strong> Association<br />
<strong>and</strong> Mind’s Design Studio.<br />
The information contained in this newsletter is believed to<br />
be accurate, but is not warranted to be so. The <strong>Community</strong><br />
Association <strong>and</strong> Mind’s Design Studio do not endorse any<br />
person or persons advertising in this newsletter. Publication<br />
of these ads should not be considered an endorsement of any<br />
goods or services.<br />
Trico Centre for Family Wellness<br />
11150 Bonaventure Drive SE<br />
403-278-7542 | www.tricocentre.ca<br />
We’re celebrating<br />
30 years<br />
of family wellness!<br />
A tradition<br />
of providing<br />
affordable<br />
fitness to all,<br />
with residents<br />
of partnered<br />
communities<br />
receiving our<br />
best price.<br />
3CELEBRATING 30 YEARS<br />
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o<br />
CELEBRATING 30 YEARS<br />
OF FAMILY WELLNESS
<strong>Community</strong><br />
Your official newsletter<br />
Feature Advertiser<br />
Pet Talk With Dr. Lori Keeler<br />
Weight Matters<br />
As more people battle with their own weight issues, furry<br />
housemates increasingly struggle alongside them. Data from<br />
the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention indicate that over<br />
half of all dogs <strong>and</strong> cats are overweight or obese. “Obese” is<br />
defined as 30% above normal weight. This means a cat with<br />
a normal weight of 8 lbs for its body size is obese if it weighs<br />
10.5lbs - that is only 2.5 lbs!!!<br />
One hurdle: people’s idea of what constitutes a fat pet often<br />
differs from clinical reality. A study by Pfizer Inc.’s Animal<br />
Health business showed that 47% of veterinarians felt their<br />
canine patients were obese, while only 17% of dog owners<br />
agreed. For instance, a 90-pound female Labrador retriever<br />
is roughly equivalent to a 186-pound woman who is 5-foot,<br />
4-inches tall—a human body-mass index that’s considered<br />
obese.<br />
The main culprit: owners who routinely overfeed pets, don’t<br />
exercise them enough <strong>and</strong> are unaware of the severe, <strong>and</strong><br />
costly, health problems caused by excess weight. Common<br />
woes include diabetes, arthritis, kidney failure, high blood<br />
pressure <strong>and</strong> cancer. Research also suggests that pets fed<br />
less over their lifetime can live significantly longer.<br />
Knowing how much to feed your pet can be confusing.<br />
Manufacturers are not required to list the calorie content<br />
of their foods on labels, feeding directions are listed for<br />
the “most dem<strong>and</strong>ing” life stage for which the product is<br />
intended, such as reproduction. Subsequently you could<br />
be overfeeding your pet by 25% or more by following the<br />
feeding quidelines on the bag.<br />
The pet industry is eager to help - there are dog treadmills,<br />
boot camps for obese dogs, dog walkers to take your pet<br />
for extra exercise <strong>and</strong> numerous toys <strong>and</strong> gadgets to get<br />
your feline friends moving around the house.<br />
What should an owner do? First of all, have your veterinarian<br />
assess your pets body condition <strong>and</strong> overall health. Just as<br />
in people, your obese pet should never enter a weight loss<br />
program without the consent of their doctor. Call us today<br />
for a weight assessment 403-278-9311.<br />
Pg. 11 February 2013 The OFFICIAL community newsletter for <strong>Acadia</strong> (also delivering to Fairview businesses)
Willow Ridge Soccer <strong>and</strong> Carburn Sports form WRC Soccer. The program will be running in both communities.<br />
• 100% non-profit, volunteer run club = lower costs <strong>and</strong> more input from all members.<br />
• Focused on giving every player the opportunity to have fun <strong>and</strong> develop to their highest level.<br />
• Smaller team sizes for players to have more time on the ball in both game <strong>and</strong> training scenarios.<br />
• Open to players from all areas of <strong>Calgary</strong>.<br />
• Under 6 to U18, Tier I to VI CMSA Soccer registration available soon. Under 6 to U10 House<br />
league registering soon.<br />
• Available spots for Tier I teams in different age groups.<br />
• Independent coaches <strong>and</strong> teams are welcome!<br />
• Great facilities <strong>and</strong> training equipment in easily accessed areas of your community!<br />
age levels offered<br />
Under 6 - born in 2007 & 2008<br />
Under 8 - born in 2005 & 2006<br />
Under 10 - born in 2003 & 2004<br />
Under 12 - born in 2001 & 2002<br />
Under 14 - born in 1999 & 2000<br />
Under 16 - born in 1997 & 1998<br />
Under 18 - born in 1995 &1996<br />
• New Dentures<br />
Complete & Partial<br />
• Implant Dentures<br />
• Relines & Repairs<br />
• Insurance Plans Accepted<br />
• Alberta Seniors Benefit Program<br />
With over 25 years<br />
experience, call us today for a<br />
Complimentary Consultation<br />
Douglas A. Lee, DD, DENTURIST<br />
JOIN YOUR LOCAL SOCCER CLUB!<br />
for more information <strong>and</strong> online registration go to<br />
www.wrcsoccer.com<br />
Located on the corner of MacLeod Trail & 94th Ave SE<br />
MacLeod Plaza, 180-94th Avenue SE<br />
Pg. 12 February 2013 Thank you for supporting your community association <strong>and</strong> your local businesses!
Carriage House Inn<br />
“We Take Great Care of You”<br />
♦ Fine Dining in the new 9030 Dining Lounge<br />
♦ Sunday Brunch in THÊ Restaurant<br />
~2012-13 <strong>Calgary</strong> Herald Reader’s Choice Award Winner!<br />
♦ Dudley’s Lounge & Peanuts Sports Pub<br />
♦ Heated Outdoor Pool & Hot Tub Open Year-Round<br />
♦ Br<strong>and</strong> New 24-hour Fitness Centre<br />
♦ Meeting & Function space for groups of 5 to 500<br />
♦ In-house Bakery & Off-site Catering services<br />
Call for Reservations, Information or<br />
Visit Us Soon to See What’s New!<br />
9030 Macleod Trail South Tel : (403) 253-1101 www.carriagehouse.net<br />
Carriage House Inn<br />
“We Take Great Care of You”<br />
♦ Fine Dining in the new 9030 Dining Lounge<br />
♦ Sunday Brunch in THÊ Restaurant<br />
~2012-13 <strong>Calgary</strong> Herald Reader’s Choice Award Winner!<br />
♦ Dudley’s Lounge & Peanuts Sports Pub<br />
♦ Heated Outdoor Pool & Hot Tub Open Year-Round<br />
♦ Br<strong>and</strong> New 24-hour Fitness Centre<br />
♦ Meeting & Function space for groups of 5 to 500<br />
♦ In-house Bakery & Off-site Catering services<br />
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Call for Reservations, Information or<br />
Visit Us Soon to See What’s New!
Learning &<br />
Growing Together<br />
Mapleridge Cooperative Preschool<br />
600 <strong>Acadia</strong> Drive SE (corner of <strong>Acadia</strong> & Southl<strong>and</strong> Drive)<br />
registration open house<br />
Thursday, February 7th from 5:00 to 7:00 pm & Saturday, February 9th from 10:00 am to noon<br />
4 year old classes (MWF mornings or MWTh afternoons)<br />
3 year old classes (Tu/Th mornings only)<br />
We are a non-profit <strong>and</strong> non-denominational preschool. We operate as a cooperative preschool <strong>and</strong> government<br />
subsidy is available. More information is available at www.mapleridgepreschool.com.<br />
Contact us at 403-278-9594 or mapleridgepreschool@hotmail.com<br />
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Your<br />
<strong>Community</strong><br />
CLASSIFIED ADS!!!<br />
To place your classified ad, contact Laura at 403-257-8345<br />
or email: newslettersales@mindsdesign.ca today!<br />
CoMMunity MeMbers Can reCeive disCounts!<br />
residential snow removal in <strong>Acadia</strong>.<br />
Driveway/sidewalk clearing within 24 hours after snowfall<br />
stops. Prices vary on size of the lot. Please call BEN at<br />
403-640-2874 for quotation.<br />
BUsiness advertising availaBle at the arc!<br />
We can advertise for you. Call the <strong>Acadia</strong> Recreation Complex<br />
at 403-255-1252.<br />
all-pro BooKKeeping ltd provides 20+ yrs exp to<br />
small/med size businesses. All accounting functions provided<br />
on/off site incl all Gov’t remittances QuickBooks & Simply Acct<br />
403-366-4999 or 403-966-3534 info@allprobookkeeping.ca.<br />
Br plUmBing & renovations ltd. Residential<br />
services, plumbing repairs <strong>and</strong> new installations, hot water<br />
tanks, taps/toilets, sumpumps, drain cleaning <strong>and</strong> home<br />
renovations. We are just minutes away! 403-923-2918<br />
(24 hr services).<br />
commit to get fit! Kickboxing, Kettlebells, Bootcamps,<br />
Personal Training. I work with you to achieve your goals! Kanaka<br />
Fitness-Facebook, call/text: 403-478-5609.<br />
elements plUmBing & heating Residential service<br />
work including repairs & installations, water heaters, furnaces,<br />
gas lines, <strong>and</strong> renovations. Free estimates <strong>and</strong> flexible hours.<br />
Professional service at affordable rates. Call 403-281-8089.<br />
neptUne plUmBing & heating ltd.<br />
Residential <strong>and</strong> commercial service. Renovations, gas fitting <strong>and</strong><br />
backflow testing. Fully licensed <strong>and</strong> insured with competitive rates.<br />
Customer satisfaction assured. CALL 403-255-7938,<br />
24 HOURS EMERGENCY SERVICE!<br />
the contractor YoU’ve Been looKing for Fast<br />
<strong>and</strong> courteous service. Guaranteed work, great craftsmanship. All<br />
reno work. Call Carl at CV Electric/819 Contracting 403-671-4714.<br />
FOR ALL YOUR DENTURE NEEDS<br />
Barbara Gilmore D.D.<br />
Personalized Denture Specialist<br />
serving you at 2 great calgary locations:<br />
Suite 308, 10601 Southport Road SW / Suite 6, 1330 - 15th Ave. SW<br />
To book an appointment, call: 403-540-7536<br />
Trustworthy denture<br />
services for<br />
over<br />
25 years!<br />
Sudoku:<br />
Each Sudoku has a unique solution that can be reached<br />
logically without guessing. Enter digits from 1 to 9 into the<br />
blank spaces. Every row must contain one of each digit,<br />
so must every column, as must every 3x3 square.<br />
Pg. 15 February 2013 The OFFICIAL community newsletter for <strong>Acadia</strong> (also delivering to Fairview businesses)
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