Our 8th annual Polar Party kicked off the month of February with skating activities, hot chocolate, snacks and a fire pit. Always the center of activity during the winter, our two ice rinks were filled with family fun provided by the tireless work of our rink maintenance volunteers. We encourage residents and friends to utilize these ice surfaces for exercise and enjoyment throughout the winter months while being courteous to others, especially young children and new skaters.
Additional social events planned over the next few months include a Career Coaching afternoon on February 8, a Volunteer Appreciation evening and Dog Park awareness event once spring arrives in Calgary. Check our website (cambrianheightscommunity.com) for notices and details of upcoming events. Also consider volunteering to help out with event activities and meet fellow residents while contributing ideas for future programs.
At the writing of this message there have been two local multi family developments proposed taking advantage of the new zoning rules in our city. A recent court decision confirmed the City Council’s authority to legislate the change. These developments propose the construction of four units each with a basement suite thus accommodating eight families on what previously was a single family residence. With each development permit application, our planning group submits comments on infrastructure, parking and architectural issues. Future applications will be impacted by existing Restrictive Covenants in certain areas of Cambrian Heights. Contact our planning group and reference our website for further information.
We continue to work on organizing a Tuesday Farmers Market at the community hall grounds, through the May to September period, building on the success of our fall market last year. Plans are underway to bring the same vendors plus some others to this market. As we progress with this project we will be releasing more details in the newsletter and social media.
A Cambrian Heights resident has initiated a fundraising program focused on replacing the playground facilities on 39th Avenue. Should you wish to get involved please contact the organizer Ila Faye Dale at ila_faye_dale@yahoo.ca.
Also, remember 100% of your 2025 membership fees go into supporting social activities within Cambrian Heights. Information on how to become a member is detailed in this newsletter.
Daryl Connolly, President CHCA
