Important Annoucements
President’s Message – July 2020
June 23, 2020
At the writing of this message, the Provincial Government has announced that Community Halls may re-open starting June 12. The March closure of Community Halls had resulted in the deferrals of many scheduled events including our Annual General Meeting and social events originally scheduled for April, May and June. This had also impacted the Edelweiss Preparatory School which elected not to open on June 1 due to the short notice, new health safety guidelines involving student teaching and the eminent summer recess. Edelweiss will however be opening up for their regular fall sessions. As for our … [Read More...]
Food Drive for Calgary Food Bank June 27th
Pathway Church, in partnership with CHCA, will be conducting a Food Drive on June 27th. A donation bag will be delivered on June 20 to all residents in the community. Donation Do’s Canned Food Vegetable: Carrots, peas, green beans, mixed vegetables, tomatoes. Fruit: Peaches, pears, pineapple, mixed fruit, oranges. Protein: Ham, turkey, chicken, salmon, tuna, […]
Fall BBQ Cancelled
Due to uncertainty in regards to the Community Hall re-opening and limits on gatherings, combined with the level of protocols and health guidelines mandated by Alberta Health Services in response to the COVID-19 virus, we have cancelled our Fall BBQ scheduled for September 19. We hope to be able to resume this event in September […]
Community Events
At A Glance Upcoming Events
Purchase your Community Membership now and save all year on community events! You can email questions to president@cambrianheightscommunity.com or call (403) 284-1175. Upcoming Events at Cambrian Heights Hall Sept 15, 2020 Spanish Lessons 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Hall October 17, 2020 Girl's Night Out 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm Hall October 22, 2020 Annual General Meeting 7:30 pm - 9 pm Hall October 31, 2020 Halloween Dance 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Hall November 7, 2020 Home Trade Show 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Hall November 14, 2020 Wine Tasting 7:30 pm - 9:30 … [Read More...]
Fitness Classes Available Online
As a way of staying fit and remaining connected to your community, Kyrsten Blair has committed to providing free, live yoga classes online. DATES AND TIMES: Wednesday, Mar 25, 2020 at 7:00 PM Wednesday, Apr 1, 2020 at 7:00 PM Wednesday, Apr 8, 2020 at 7:00 PM Wednesday, Apr 15, 2020 at 7:00 PM Join URL: https://ucalgary.zoom.us/j/292076638 Meeting ID: 292 076 638 If you are new to Zoom, please watch this short video showing you how to join. These sessions are free to the public, but if you'd like to make a donation please e-transfer to k_blair@telus.net Class fees are … [Read More...]
Community News
Spanish Language Lessons to be Introduced September 15
Cambrian Heights Community Association is introducing language classes at the Community Hall commencing September 15th. Our first course will be introductory Spanish. The course will consist of 12 weekly 1.5 hour classes on Tuesday evenings at 7:30PM. This initial class will be restricted to 8 participants. Cost for the program has been set at $120. For more information or to express your interest please email the Community Association at cambrianheights@gmail.com The course will be professionally taught using instructors from Azren the Language Nerd. … [Read More...]
Announcing the Family Resources Network
After 25 years supporting thousands of vulnerable children, youth and families through its West Central Family Resource Centre, Closer to Home Community Services has opened a new Family Resource Network in Beddington to service North Central Calgary. Closer to Home’s North Central Family Resource Network (FRN) builds family resiliency by partnering with families to identify challenges, strengths, goals and desired outcomes, and helping families to access community resources, providing information about programs, and removing any barriers to access. For more information see their website … [Read More...]
COVID-19 Gardening Guidelines
Community Gardens Currently, community gardens remain open for use for the 2020 growing season. Each community garden group is responsible to create an action plan for managing: Physical distancing of 2 metres. Movement of people in or out of the gardens. Ensuring there is adherence to best practices for the cleaning and disinfection of tools, surfaces, gates or garden boxes. The City will open watering systems beginning mid-May, weather pending. We’ll also be supporting existing community gardens with additional soil or compost. Communities should contact 311 and ask for … [Read More...]
Weekly green cart pickup resumes the week of May 19
Weekly green cart pickup will resume the week of May 19. Your green cart will continue to be picked up on the same day on a weekly basis. There is no change to your collection days. You can see your updated scheduled online at calgary.ca/collection. Make sure to sign up for free reminders or download the Calgary Garbage Day app so you receive the latest service updates and tips. Your green cart pickup will remain at once every two weeks in the interim. Staffing challenges due to the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic resulted in the postponement of the start of weekly green cart service. … [Read More...]
In Case You Missed It
Blue Cart Recycling Tip of the Month
Bag your bags! Always bundle your plastic bags before recycling Loose plastic bags cause problems at the recycling facility. They fly around, become stuck in other recyclables, jam equipment and cause costly delays. Bundle your plastic bags into a single bag before putting into your blue cart or community recycling depot. Learn more tips for […]
Ice Rink Volunteers Required
Scott is looking for general help to maintain and flood the ice. If you can volunteer one hour a week after 8:30pm please call 403-771-9755.
