Upcoming Events at Cambrian Heights Hall

For more information, rsvp or volunteer call (403) 284-1175.

We have made some changes as to the announcement of new events with the table shown above. This Upcoming Events table will be published monthly to better allow planning for and participation in our events for the residents of Cambrian heights. During our 2016 year we have introduced a new Wine tasting event while continuing with the second annual Skating/Polar Party and our annual Fall Open House and Halloween Party.

On March 11th we held our first Wine Tasting event and it was a great success. Attendance exceeded our expectations such that we had to close ticket sales. A very enjoyable and informative evening provided us incentive to do this again in our 2017 fiscal year planning. We would like to give special thanks to all the volunteers who helped make this event so successful as well as our great appreciation to Cindy Sidhu owner of Northmount Liquor Store and Susan Norrie of Pacific Wines and Spirits.

As a result of our community being selected by the City for a Tree Planting Initiative we will be hosting a number of informative seminars around the planting and care of trees and shrubs. See our Events calendar and participate in these free educational seminars at the community hall.

To start our 2017 fiscal year the Community will be hosting the Annual General Meeting on April 28th, a Family Pub Night on May 7th, the Community Garage Sale & Cleanup on June 11/12  and our always successful Stampede Breakfast July 16th. New events are being discussed for the Fall and we encourage anyone with ideas or suggestions to contact the Board at cambrianheights@gmail.com or attend one of our Board meetings.

Our 2017 fiscal year (April 2016 – March 2017) celebrates the 60th anniversary for the Community. We are currently organizing a Picnic/BBQ on September 17th to celebrate this event. We envision at this time serving hamburgers, hot dogs, salads and beverages. This will be a family affair and thus games and activities are planned for both the adults and children. As plans for this event mature we will be providing additional details. Anyone wishing to add suggestions or volunteer to assist in the planning, preparation or helping out with this event please contact Jodi Dixon at social@cambrianheightscommunity.com or anyone else on the Board of Directors. Participation and volunteerism are required to create successful events.

The Community Association continues to offer a $100 maximum grant for community block parties. This grant will be provided to a maximum of 10 such block parties over the 2016-17 fiscal years (April/2015-March/2017). Application for this grant can be made through the community email address. Costs will be reimbursed (excluding alcoholic beverages) with receipts pertaining to organized block parties with broad attendance of all age groups. We encourage you to access this funding and create your own block event for the spring, summer or fall.

The City of Calgary has initiated a number of planning and development issues that will effect our community either directly or indirectly. We encourage everyone to visit the following resources to understand and appreciate how these changes will improve and impact the enjoyment and lifestyle within our community: www.calgary.ca/bikeprojects., http://www.calgary.ca/CSPS/Parks/Pages/Construction/Confederation-Park-Improvements.aspx,  http://www.calgary.ca/engage/Pages/Green-Line-North.aspx.

As we have previously discussed in these monthly messages our Planning Committee continues to be active in regards to monitoring the issuance of Development Permits (“DP’s”) by the City in our community. This activity covers the gauntlet from secondary suites in RC-1 neighbourhoods, to best guidelines for maintaining the identity of our community with the growth and densification, to long term transportation issues. Everyone should remain vigilant as to developments within their streets and if there are questions or concerns write to the community association (cambrianheights@gmail.com) or contact Daryl Beatty or Gary Wilson of the Planning Committee. If you wish to get involved in the discussion of these issues please contact the committee Chairman Daryl Beatty.

The website now provides memberships to be subscribed over the internet for convenience of the residents. There is also an ability for all residents who wish to receive email notifications of special events or issues of interest to the community to register. We encourage all residents to participate in the community activities and future events and program planning by joining the association and communicating your thoughts either through emails or by attending one of our Board meetings which are always open for residents. Our next meeting will take place  Monday April 4th. at the Georgina Thomson  building on 14th Street and Northmount Drive NW at 6:30PM.

Remember Participation Builds Better Communities.

On Behalf of the Board;

Daryl Connolly, President

As we enter the last month of the quarter and look forward to Spring the Community Association continues to explore the addition of new events and increased community participation. The growing success of the Polar Party and the celebration of the community’s 60th Anniversary has encouraged the Board to sponsor two new events for 2016.

On March 11th we are planning a wine tasting and educational evening. Helped out by Northmount Liquor we will be tasting 7 wines in various price ranges with breads, meats and cheeses to accompany the wines. Cost for this event on a pre sale basis will only be $10 per member and $20 per non member. At the door this will increase by $5 per person. This is a chance to learn about wines and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere and evening with your neighbours. Participation is key to supplying sufficient wine for this event and thus we need to have advanced ticket sales that may be purchased at Northmount Liquor at 1041 40th Avenue NW.

2016 is the 60th anniversary for the Community. We are currently organizing a 60th Anniversary Picnic/BBQ on September 17th to celebrate this event. We envision at this time serving hamburgers, hot dogs, salads and beverages. This will be a family affair and thus games and activities are planned for both the adults and children. As plans for this event mature we will be providing additional details. Anyone wishing to add suggestions or volunteer to assist in the planning, preparation or helping out with this event please contact Jodi Dixon at social@cambrianheightscommunity.com or anyone else on the Board of Directors. Participation and volunteerism are required to create successful events.

In addition to these events the Community will be hosting the Annual General Meeting on April 28th and our always successful Stampede Breakfast July 16th. New events are being discussed for 2016-17 already and we encourage anyone with ideas or suggestions to contact the Board at cambrianheights@gmail.com or attend one of our Board meetings the first Monday of every month other than July and August.

The Community Association continues to offer a $100 maximum grant for community block parties. This grant will be provided to a maximum of 10 such block parties over the 2016-17 fiscal years (April/2015-March/2017). Application for this grant can be made through the community email address. Costs will be reimbursed (excluding alcoholic beverages) with receipts pertaining to organized block parties with broad attendance of all age groups. We encourage you to access this funding and create your own block event for the spring, summer or fall.

The City of Calgary has initiated a number of planning and development issues that will effect our community either directly or indirectly. We encourage everyone to visit the following resources to understand and appreciate how these changes will improve and impact the enjoyment and lifestyle within our community. The City plans a new bikeway on Northmount Drive through the communities of Triwood, Charleswood and Brentwood connecting the bike path to the 10th Street path between Rosemont and Cambrian Heights. Information and a feedback form may be found at www.calgary.ca/bikeprojects. The City is also planning a $1.1 million upgrade to Confederation Park this spring. Information on this may be found at http://www.calgary.ca/CSPS/Parks/Pages/Construction/Confederation-Park-Improvements.aspx  Thirdly the City Parks department is launching a new tree planting initiative targeting 25 communities each year over the next 3 years. Cambrian Heights has been selected for this new Re-Tree initiative for 2016. More information on this initiative may be obtained at http://www.calgary.ca/CSPS/Parks/Pages/Planning-and-Operations/Tree-Management/Managing-Calgarys-trees.aspx. We also encourage all residents to keep informed on the Green Line North LRT project as it will in the future impact the public transportation within our community. The City reference for this activity may be found at  http://www.calgary.ca/engage/Pages/Green-Line-North.aspx.

As we have previously discussed in these monthly messages our Planning Committee continues to be active in regards to monitoring the issuance of Development Permits (“DP’s”) by the City in our community. This activity covers the gauntlet from secondary suites in RC-1 neighbourhoods, to best guidelines for maintaining the identity of our community with the growth and densification, to long term transportation issues. Everyone should remain vigilant as to developments within their streets and if there are questions or concerns write to the community association (cambrianheights@gmail.com) or contact Daryl Beatty or Gary Wilson of the Planning Committee.

We continue to request that If you witness any off road vehicular activity through our community green spaces that you contact the community at cambrianheights@gmail.com or the police at 311 or 403-266-1234. This activity is both dangerous and damaging to these parks.

The website now provides memberships to be subscribed over the internet for convenience of the residents. Our new year begins January 1st and we encourage all existing members to renew via the website. There is also an ability for all residents who wish to receive email notifications of special events or issues of interest to the community to register without becoming members. We encourage all residents to participate in the community activities and future events and program planning by joining the association and communicating your thoughts either through emails or by attending one of our Board meetings which are always open for residents. Our next meeting will take place  Monday April 4th. at the Georgina Thomson  building on 14th Street and Northmount Drive NW at 6:30PM.

We have also registered our first two Corporate sponsors whose membership in the Community hopefully will encourage others. The Edelweiss Pre School and Northmount Liquors are participating commercial enterprises we encourage our community residents to support. We anticipate adding additional memberships over the first quarter of this year to better connect the community as a whole.

Remember Participation Builds Better Communities.

On Behalf of the Board;

Daryl Connolly, President

At the publishing of this letter the second annual Cambrian Heights Polar Party will have been held on Saturday January 16th at the community ice rink with free rental skates and helmets along with on ice games, a sports equipment swap, fire pits and hot chocolate to keep everyone warm. This event was initiated in 2015 and represented our starting point to add more activities centered around our community hall.

On March 11th we are planning a new event for 2016, a wine tasting and educational evening. Helped out by Northmount Liquor we will be tasting 7 wines in various price ranges with breads, meats and cheeses to accompany the wines. Cost for this event on a pre sale basis will only be $10 per member and $20 per non member. At the door this will increase by $5 per person. This is a chance to learn about wines and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere and evening with your neighbours. Participation is key to supplying sufficient wine for this event and thus we need to have advanced ticket sales that may be purchased at Northmount Liquor at 1041 40th Avenue NW. If you wish to get involved with helping out at this event or any future event please contact our Social Director Jodi Dixon at social@cambrianheightscommunity.com

2016 will also be the 60th anniversary for the Community. We are currently organizing a 60th Anniversary Picnic/BBQ in September to celebrate this event. We envision at this time serving hamburgers, hot dogs, salads and beverages. This will be a family affair and thus games and activities are planned as well. As plans for this event mature we will be providing additional details. Anyone wishing to add suggestions or volunteer to assist in the planning, preparation or helping out with this event please contact Jodi Dixon or anyone else on the Board of Directors. Participation is required to create successful events.

The Community Association continues to offer a $100 maximum grant for community block parties. This grant will be provided to a maximum of 10 such block parties over the 2016-17 fiscal years (April/2015-March/2017). Application for this grant can be made through the community email address. Costs will be reimbursed (excluding alcoholic beverages) with receipts pertaining to organized block parties with broad attendance of all age groups. We encourage you to access this funding and create your own block event for the spring, summer or fall.

As we have previously discussed in these monthly messages our Planning Committee continues to be active in regards to monitoring the issuance of Development Permits (“DP’s”) by the City in our community. The Planning Committee is working with the Federation of Calgary Communities to evaluate the best guidelines for maintaining the identity of our community with the growth and densification occurring in such mature communities. We all recognize re-development is going to happen as the population of Calgary grows and the City continues to promote growth and densification in the inner city to better utilize existing infrastructure. Your Board remains committed, within the bounds of the existing Land Use Bylaw 1P2007, to retain the green spaces, large trees and general character of the houses in our community. We have made additions to the website to help explain the permit process and have met with City officials to discuss future development. Everyone should remain vigilant as to developments within their streets and if there are questions or concerns write to the community association (cambrianheights@gmail.com) or contact Daryl Beatty or Gary Wilson of the Planning Committee. We have added a special section to our website dealing with the development permit process.

We continue to request that If you witness any off rode vehicular activity through our community green spaces that you contact the community at cambrianheights@gmail.com or the police at 311 or 403-266-1234. This activity is both dangerous and damaging to these parks.

We encourage all residents to participate in the community activities and future events and program planning by joining the association and communicating your thoughts either through emails or by attending one of our Board meetings which are always open for residents. One of our most successful programs is the Yoga class every Wednesday from 7:00 – 8:00PM at the Community Hall. We are always looking for new ideas for evening usage (recreational or educational) of the Community Hall and volunteers to help make these programs take place. Our next meeting will take place Monday March 7th. at the Georgina Thomson building on 14th Street and Northmount Drive NW at 6:30PM.

The website now provides memberships to be subscribed over the internet for convenience of the residents. Our new year begins January 1st and we encourage all existing members to renew via the website. There is also an ability for all residents who wish to receive email notifications of special events or issues of interest to the community to register without becoming members. We encourage membership as support to the numerous volunteers and programs initiated by their dedication to the community but also encourage those who are uncertain as to membership to register as email recipients to become better informed of both activities and issues relevant to the community.

We have also registered our first two Corporate sponsors whose membership in the Community hopefully will encourage others. The Edelweiss Pre School and Northmount Liquors are participating commercial enterprises we encourage our community residents to support. We anticipate adding additional memberships over the first quarter of this year to better connect the community as a whole.

On behalf of the Board of Directors we wish all residents of Cambrian Heights the best for 2016.

Remember Participation Builds Better Communities.

On Behalf of the Board;

Daryl Connolly, President

With the new year comes new opportunities to get involved and both enjoy and enhance your community. With the success of the Open House in November we have assembled a list of ideas and new volunteers to help continue our program of advancing the objectives of community development inherent in the objectives of our community association. Our Polar Party scheduled for January 16th at the community ice rink will once again offer free skates and helmets plus hot chocolate and cookies to keep everyone warm and energized. There will also be a fire pit to sit and visit with your neighbours as well as a community table where you may sell, swap or give away your old winter sports equipment to others in the community. Participate and enjoy the day.

On March 11th we are planning our first wine tasting event. Helped out by Northmount Liquor we will be tasting 7 wines in various price ranges with breads, meats and cheeses to accompany the wines. Cost for this event will only be $10 per member and $15 per non member. This is a chance to learn about wines and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere and evening with your neighbours. Participation is key to supplying sufficient wine for this event and thus we need to have advanced ticket sales that may be purchased at Northmount Liquor at 1041 40th Avenue NW or on our website. If you wish to get involved with helping out at this event or any future event please contact our Social Director Jodi Dixon at social@cambrianheightscommunity.com

The Community Association continues to offer a $100 maximum grant for community block parties. This grant will be provided to a maximum of 10 such block parties over the 2016-18 fiscal years (April/2015-March/2017). Application for this grant can be made through the community email address. Costs will be reimbursed (excluding alcoholic beverages) with receipts pertaining to organized block parties with broad attendance of all age groups. We encourage you to access this funding and create your own block event for the winter, spring or summer.

As we have previously discussed in these monthly messages our Planning Committee continues to be active in attending seminars and educating themselves in regards to the issuance of Development Permits (“DP’s”) by the City in our community. We recognize re-development is going to happen as the population of Calgary grows and the City continues to promote growth and densification in the inner city to better utilize existing infrastructure. We remain committed within the bounds of the existing Land Use Bylaw 2007 to retain the green spaces, large trees and general character of the houses in our community. We have made additions to the website to help explain the permit process and have met with City officials to discuss future development. Everyone should remain vigilant as to developments within their streets and if there are questions or concerns write to the community association (cambrianheights@gmail.com) or contact Darryl Beatty or Gary Wilson of the Planning Committee.

We have experienced another green space issue with the first snowfall as individuals with little or no respect drive their trucks into the parks within our community in some perverse show of individualism. If you witness such activity please contact the community at cambrianheights@gmail.com or the police at 311 or 403-266-1234. The protection of our parks is everyones responsibility.

We continue to encourage all residents to participate in the community activities and future events and program planning by joining the association and communicating your thoughts either through emails or by attending one of our Board meetings which are always open for residents. One of our most successful programs is the Yoga class every Wednesday at 7:00 – 8:00 at the Community Hall. Participate and enhance our community programs. Our next meetings will take place Monday December 2nd. and Monday January 4th. at the Georgina Thomson building on 14th Street and Northmount Drive NW at 6:30PM.

The website now provides memberships to be subscribed over the internet for convenience of the residents.Our new year begins January 1st and we encourage all existing members to renew via the website. There is also an ability for all residents who wish to receive email notifications of special events or issues of interest to the community to register without becoming members. We encourage membership as support to the numerous volunteers and programs initiated by their dedication to the community but also encourage those who are uncertain as to membership to register as email recipients to become better informed of both activities and issues relevant to the community.

Cambrian Heights main fund raising event in support of the many activities and programs is a Casino time slot provided by the Alberta Gaming & Liquor Commission. Our next such Casino is scheduled for January 27-28, 2016. We are always in need of volunteers and if you are able we will appreciate you contacting Dan Vallee at danvallee@shaw.ca. It is a team approach and having volunteered in the past I assure you the work is not onerous nor too stressful. Transportation, babysitting and a meal is provided.

On behalf of the Board of Directors we wish all residents of Cambrian Heights the best for 2016.

Remember Participation Builds Better Communities.

On Behalf of the Board;
Daryl Connolly, President

October ended with the annual Halloween Party and November was highlighted in the Community with an Open
House Social on November 19th. Both these events have in the past been well attended as the Halloween Party entertains both children and adults alike and the Open House offers residents a chance to meet, mingle and exchange ideas. Once the Board digests the feedback from the Open House I will forward the highlights to the residents in my January newsletter. Certainly these meetings offer you a chance to provide input to the Directors towards social, recreational or educational programs, development concerns on a general or specific basis, parks development and potential new development in and around the Community Hall. Your voice and input to the Directors is an essential part of bettering our community.

In January we once again will host a Winter skating Party at the Hall with free rental skates plus music and games.
The tentative date for this event is January 16, 2016 from 1-4PM. Please check our website or watch for signs with
details of this event and all future social events, news and contact information. In that regard the Social Committee
and ice rink group continues to need volunteers to assist in these programs. If you are able to help in any manner
please contact Scott Jacobson at scottcolleenj@gmail.com for the ice group or Jodi Dixon, Social Director at
social@cambrianheightscommunity.com to get involved with our programs.

The Community Association continues to offer a $100 maximum grant for community block parties. This grant will be provided to a maximum of 10 such block parties over the 2016 fiscal year (April/2015-March/2016). Application for this grant can be made through the community email address. Costs will be reimbursed (excluding alcoholic beverages) with receipts pertaining to organized block parties with broad attendance of all age groups. We encourage you to access this funding and create your own block event for the fall or winter.

As reported last month, the City of Calgary has recently appointed an independent commission to explore changes in the Ward boundaries for the October 2017 election. In all likelihood this will move Cambrian Heights into Ward 4. For more information on this possibility we refer you to the City website at www.calgary.ca (search for Ward Boundary Commission). We have recently added a Community Planning & Development Issues section to our website in November that provides residents with a reference to current regulations and guidelines that apply to our community as well as Planning and Development issues that effect the community both directly and indirectly. In additional a “Links” section will soon be added providing useful information and educational sources for residents.

We continue to encourage all residents to participate in the community activities and future planning by joining the
association and communicating your thoughts either through emails or by attending one of our Board meetings which are always open for residents. Our next meetings will take place Monday November 2nd. and Monday December 7th. at the Georgina Thomson building on 14th Street and Northmount Drive NW at 6:30PM.

The website now provides memberships to be subscribed over the internet for convenience of the residents.There is
also a registration for all members or residents who wish to receive email notifications of special events or issues of
interest to the community. Also for the first time we have amended our Bylaws to allow for Corporate memberships.
We will be approaching the business community for their input on fostering improved relationships and participation between residents and local business in 2015 and beyond. Watch for additions to our website in coming months in this regard.

Cambrian Heights main fund raising event is a Casino time slot provided by the Alberta Gaming & Liquor Commission. Our next such Casino is scheduled for January 27-28, 2016. We are always in need of volunteers and if you are able we will appreciate you contacting Dan Vallee at danvallee@shaw.ca. It is a team approach and having volunteered in the past I assure you the work is not onerous nor too stressful. Transportation, babysitting and a meal is provided.

On behalf of the Board of Directors we wish all residents of Cambrian Heights the best of the Holiday Season and a
healthy and happy New Years.

Remember Participation Builds Better Communities.

On Behalf of the Board;
Daryl Connolly, President

November will be highlighted in the Community with an Open House Social on November 19th at 7:30PM. This event will offer free wine and cheese while providing residents in the Cambrian Heights a chance to meet the Directors, hear about recent issues and future development priorities within our neighbourhood. This is your chance to provide input to the Directors towards social, recreational or educational programs, development concerns on a general or specific basis, parks development and potential new development in and around the Community Hall. Please attend and have your voice heard.

By the time this letter has been published in the newsletter the Halloween Party scheduled for October 30th will have already occurred. We are hoping for a continued growth in participation and know it will have been a fun evening based upon the activities planned by our Social Director Jodi Dixon and her volunteer group. As an aside the Presidents Letter for the following month is published on our website two weeks in advance of the Newsletter delivery to your house.

Check our website for details of all future social events, news and contact information. In that regard the Ice
Committee continues to need volunteers to install and maintain the outdoor ice skating rink. If you can help please
contact Scott Jacobson at scottcolleenj@gmail.com or any one of the directors.

The Community Association continues to offer a $100 maximum grant for community block parties. This grant will be provided to a maximum of 10 such block parties over the 2016 fiscal year (April/2015-March/2016). Application for this grant can be made through the community email address. Costs will be reimbursed (excluding alcoholic beverages) with receipts pertaining to organized block parties with broad attendance of all age groups. We encourage you to access this funding and create your own block event for the fall or winter.

As reported last month the City of Calgary has recently appointed an independent commission to explore changes in the Ward boundaries for the October 2017 election. In all likelihood this will move Cambrian Heights into Ward 4. For more information on this possibility we refer you to the City website at www.calgary.ca (search for Ward Boundary Commission). We will be adding a Community Development Issues section to our website in November and hope to provide residents with a comprehensive guide to Planning and Development issues that effect the community both directly and indirectly. In additional a Links section will also be added providing useful information and educational sources for residents.

We continue to encourage all residents to participate in the community activities and future planning by joining the association and communicating your thoughts either through emails or by attending one of our Board meetings which are always open for residents. Our next meetings will take place Monday November 2nd. and Monday December 7th. at the Georgina Thomson building on 14th Street and Northmount Drive NW at 6:30PM.

The website now provides memberships to be subscribed over the internet for convenience of the residents.There is also a registration for all members or residents who wish to receive email notifications of special events or issues of interest to the community. Also for the first time we have amended our Bylaws to allow for Corporate memberships. We will be approaching the business community for their input on fostering improved relationships and participation between residents and local business in 2015 and beyond. Watch for additions to our website in coming months in this regard.

Cambrian Heights main fundraising event is a Casino time slot provided by the Alberta Gaming & Liquor Commission. Our next such Casino is scheduled for January 27-28, 2016. We are always in need of volunteers and if you are able we will appreciate you contacting Dan Vallee at danvallee@shaw.ca. It is a team approach and having volunteered in the past I assure you the work is not onerous nor too stressful. Transportation, babysitting and a meal is provided.

Remember participation builds better communities.

On Behalf of the Board;
Daryl Connolly, President

With October comes fall weather and the Halloween Party scheduled for October 30th. at the Community Hall. It starts at 6:30PM and details may be found on our website. This is a great event for the children with music, prizes and games. Please contact the Board at cambrianheights@gmail.com or phone our Social Director Jodi Dixon at 403-276-4242 if you are available to help out this year. With our new fiscal budget envisioning additional programs and events we hope to have an Open House in October or November to recruit both new ideas and volunteers to enable increased usage of our facilities. Check our website for details of all social events, news and contact information. In that regard the Ice Committee continues to need volunteers to install and maintain the outdoor ice skating rink. If you can help please contact Scott Jacobson at scottcolleenj@gmail.com or any one of the directors.

We announced last month that the Board, as a first step in promoting new community activities, approved a $100 maximum grant for community block parties. This grant will be provided to a maximum of 10 such block parties over the 2016 fiscal year (April/2015-March/2016). Application for this grant can be made through the community email address. Costs will be reimbursed (excluding alcoholic beverages) with receipts pertaining to organized block parties with broad attendance of all age groups. We encourage you to access this funding and create your own block event. Over the summer we have sponsored one such event but hope for additional participation as everyone becomes aware of the program.

As reported last month the City of Calgary has recently appointed an independent commission to explore changes in the Ward boundaries for the October 2017 election. In all likelihood this will move Cambrian Heights into Ward 4. For more information on this possibility we refer you to the City website at www.calgary.ca (search for Ward Boundary Commission). We will be adding a Community Development Issues section to our website in the coming months and hope to provide residents with a comprehensive guide to Planning and Development issues that effect the community both directly and indirectly. We continue to encourage all residents to participate in the community activities and future planning by joining the association and communicating your thoughts either through emails or by attending one of our Board meetings which are always open for residents. Our next meeting will take place Monday November 2nd. at the Georgina Thomson building on 14th Street and Northmount Drive NW at 6:30PM.

The website now provides memberships to be subscribed over the internet for convenience of the residents.There is also a registration for all members or residents who wish to receive email notifications of special events or issues of interest to the community. Also for the first time we have amended our Bylaws to allow for Corporate memberships. We will be approaching the business community for their input on fostering improved relationships and participation between residents and local business in 2015 and beyond.

Cambrian Heights main fund raising event is a Casino time slot provided by the Alberta Gaming & Liquor Commission. Our next such Casino is scheduled for January 27-28, 2016. We are always in need of volunteers and if you are able we will appreciate you contacting Dan Vallee at danvallee@shaw.ca. It is a team approach and having volunteered in the past I assure you the work is not onerous nor too stressful.

Remember participation builds better communities.

On Behalf of the Board;
Daryl Connolly, President

Vacation season, of course, minimized activity in the community for the month of August. As mentioned the July highlight was the Stampede Breakfast, which feed over 300 participants with a hearty breakfast of pancakes, sausages, and fruit. In addition, one of our directors represented the Community in the annual Stampede Parade, and we have attached a picture to this month’s newsletter. We have also attached to our website a number of pictures from the Stampede Breakfast. We need help to continue with these types of events and maintain their level of excellence. If you can help out this year with any new ideas or to just volunteer your time, please contact the Board at cambrianheights@gmail.com or phone our Social Director Jodi Dixon at 403-276-4242. With the new fiscal year, we are hoping to add additional events in the Fall to complement our very successful annual Halloween Party, which is scheduled this year for October 30th. With our new fiscal budget envisioning additional programs and events, we hope to have an Open House in October to recruit both new ideas and volunteers to enable increased usage of our facilities. Check our website for details of all social events, news and contact information.

We announced last month that the Board, as a first step in promoting new community activities, approved a $100 maximum grant for community block parties. This grant will be provided to a maximum of 10 such block parties over the 2016 fiscal year (April/2015-March/2016). Application for this grant can be made through the community email address. Costs will be reimbursed (excluding alcoholic beverages) with receipts pertaining to organized block parties with broad attendance of all age groups. We encourage you to access this funding and create your own block event.

On the issue of Secondary Suites, City Council, as reported last month, turned down the proposal to amend the Bylaw in regards to Wards 7, 8, 9 and 11. Council as a whole decided there were enough issues not addressed by the Bylaw changes to send the proposal back to the City Planners. We expect the issue to again arise sometime in the future but hopefully with an improved set of parameters and incentives to better address the issues of safety and compliance in currently illegal suites throughout the City. The City of Calgary has recently appointed an independent commission to explore changes in the Ward boundaries for the October 2017 election. In all likelihood, this will move Cambrian Heights into Ward 4. For more information on this possibility, we refer you to the City website at www.calgary.ca (search for Ward Boundary Commission).

We continue to encourage all residents to participate in the community activities and future planning by joining the association and communicating your thoughts either through emails or by attending one of our Board meetings which are always open for residents. Our next meeting will take place Tuesday, September 8th (due to Labour Day holiday on the first Monday) at the Georgina Thomson building on 14th Street and Northmount Drive NW at 6:30 PM.

The website now provides memberships to be subscribed over the internet for the convenience of the residents.There is also a registration for all members or residents who wish to receive email notifications of special events or issues of interest to the community. Also for the first time we have amended our Bylaws to allow for Corporate memberships. We will be approaching the business community for their input on fostering improved relationships and participation between residents and local business in 2015 and beyond.

On Behalf of the Board;
Daryl Connolly, President

On May 16th a joint community cleanup with Rosemont was held by CHCA at the community hall. It was a hugh success and we would like to thank the volunteers from both communities for a job well done. Thanks also should passed on to the City employees without whom the cleanup would not have been possible nor run so efficiently. Hopefully this will be the first of a continuing partnership with our neighbouring communities to bring mutually beneficial programs to the residents in our area of the City.

The annual CHCA Stampede Breakfast is scheduled for Saturday, July 11th from 9-11AM. This is always a popular event for the whole family so be sure to mark it on your calendar. Like most events participation and volunteering is key to continuation. We need help to run these events and maintain their level of excellence. If you can help out this year with the breakfast please contact the committee at cambrianheights@gmail.com or phone our Social Director Jodi Dixon at 403-276-4242.

With the new fiscal year we are hoping to add additional events in the Fall to compliment our very successful annual Halloween Party at the end of October. We have recently approved a new fiscal budget which envisions additional programs and events. Check our website for details of all social events, news and contact information. If you wish to volunteer for any of these events or propose new events or programs please do so by contacting any of the Directors listed in the newsletter or website. Get involved to support and make your community a better place to live!

As a first step in promoting new community activities the Board has approved a $100 maximum grant for community block parties. This grant will be provided to a maximum of 10 such block parties over the 2016 fiscal year (April/2015-March/2016). Application for this grant can be made through the community email address. Costs will be reimbursed (excluding alcoholic beverages) with receipts pertaining to organized block parties with broad attendance of all age groups.

We continue to encourage all residents to participate in the community activities and future planning by joining the association and communicating your thoughts either through emails or by attending one of our Board meetings which are always open for residents. The website now provides memberships to be subscribed over the internet for convenience of the residents. There is also a registration for all members or residents who wish to receive email notifications of special events or issues of interest to the community. Also for the first time we have amended our Bylaws to allow for Corporate memberships. We will be approaching the business community for their input on fostering improved relationships and participation between residents and local business in 2015 and beyond.

On behalf of the Board;

Daryl Connolly, President

On April 28th the Community Annual General Meeting was held at the community hall. It was well attended with 40-50 residents. A slide show was presented for those who were unable to attend. Financial data for the last two years were presented along with a review of last year’s activity, programs and capital expenditures. The Board also highlighted objectives for the following year after the elections were completed. Following the formal part of the meeting our guest Druh Farrell, Councillor for Ward 7 spoke on the issue of the secondary suite bylaw proposals scheduled to be voted on by City Council in early May. A very lively discussion took place as questions and comments were solicited from the residents present. Prior to Druh Farrell’s presentation the CHCA Board has summarized their opposition to the proposed bylaw amendments. To be clear the Board and those in attendance were not opposed to secondary suites but rather the process by which the city had fast tracked the bylaw changes for RC-1 zoning in Wards 7,8,9 and 11. This concern has been mirrored by other community associations within the impacted Wards who have shared their concern with our Planning Committee.

After this discussion another issue was raised concerning a two story house (DP 2015 – 1225) being built on 23 Cumberland Drive. The house design does not appear to be in compliance with the certificate of title, specifically caveat 7778H put in place by the City when the neighbourhood was developed. This is essentially a “view”, “height” and “house size” issue as it relates to neighbouring residences. A very lively discussion occurred. Wine and cheese was then served for the rest of the evening with discussions on both these issues and the community occurring in smaller groups. The evening was an excellent event for the community residents and we thank Druh Farrell for her participation.

The development issue is relevant for the community at large and not just those offsetting the proposed development, as this caveat is in place for many residences throughout Cambrian Heights. The question will revolve around the 2007 Land Use Bylaw amendments passed by City Council to replace all previous development guidelines. The Planning Committee has filed comments as to the caveats with the City Planning Department and awaits their decision for this particular permit. This will no doubt act as another precedent for future development in the community as new developments occur with generally larger footprint houses being built.

On May 16th a joint community cleanup with Rosemont community is being run by CHCA at the community hall. Hopefully this will be the first of a continuing partnership with our neighbouring communities to bring mutually beneficial programs to the residents in our area of the City.

The annual CHCA Stampede Breakfast is scheduled for Saturday, July 11th from 9-11AM. This is always a popular event for the whole family so be sure to mark it on your calendar. Like most events participation is key to continuation as is volunteering. We need help to run these events and maintain their level of excellence. If you can help out this year with the breakfast please contact the committee at cambrianheights@gmail.com or phone our Social Director Jodi Dixon at 403-276-4242.

With the new fiscal year we are hoping to add additional events in the Fall to compliment our very successful annual Halloween Party at the end of October. Check our website for details of all social events, news and contact information. If you wish to volunteer for any of these events or propose new events or programs please do so by contacting any of the Directors listed in the newsletter or website. Get involved to support and make a better community!

We encourage all residents to participate in the community activities and future planning by joining the association and communicating your thoughts either through emails or by attending one of our Board meetings which are always open for residents. The website now provides memberships to be subscribed over the internet for convenience of the residents. There is also a registration for all members or residents who wish to receive email notifications of special events or issues of interest to the community. Also for the first time we have amended our Bylaws to allow for Corporate memberships. We will be approaching the business community for their input on fostering improved relationships and participation between residents and local business in 2015 and beyond.

On behalf of the Board;
Daryl Connolly, President