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AUGUST 2017

THE OFFICIAL MONTGOMERY COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER

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Contents

7 planning committee report

9 community garden first harvest

11 mosaic village co-housing initiative

12 canada 150 beautification grant funds

14 real estate update

15 friends of nose hill

16 mp len webber’s report

17 councillor ward sutherland’s report

18 mla stephanie mclean’s report

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Alberta Adolescent Recovery Centre 403-253-5250

Alberta Health Care 403-310-0000

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Child Safe Canada 403-202-5900

Distress/Crisis Line 403-266-4357

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Alberta Children’s Hospital 403-955-7211

Foothills Hospital 403-944-1110

Peter Lougheed Centre 403-943-4555

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South Health Campus 403-956-1111

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Calgary Parking Authority 403-537-7000

SeniorConnect 403-266-6200

Calgary Kerby Elder Abuse Line 403-705-3250

Alberta One-Call Corporation 1-800-242-3447

City of Calgary 311

Social Service Info & Referral 211

Community Mediation Calgary Society 403-269-2707

RNR Lockworks Ltd. 403-479-6161

Road Conditions – Calgary Weather Information

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Gamblers Anonymous 403-237-0654

come and play at the mca...children's birthday party package $99.95This birthday party package includes two hours in our main hall and we’ll throw in the floor hockey equip-ment, ping pong tables, preschool equipment . . .

Bring in your own food and refreshments . . . invite as many friends and family as you like!

For one “low” rate.

Some restrictions apply for advanced bookings.

For more information: 403-247-3116, [email protected].

playgroup The Bowmont Families Together project at Carya is happy to partner with the Montgomery Community As-sociation to offer Tuesday morning playgroup! Parents with children ages 0-5 are welcome to drop-in for a play and a chat with your neighbours in Montgomery and friends from Bowness. Playgroup will run every Tues-day morning from 10-11:30. Support the group by buying a community association membership at the MCA Office. Playgroup will take a break in August and resume September 5. For more information, contact [email protected] or 403-519-7591.

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montgomery community centre hall available for rentThe main hall at the community centre is available for rent for large and small functions, from big weddings to simple birthday parties for kids.

Active members of the community association will re-ceive a 10% discount on full rentals.

Rental Rates: Main HallFull rental- $460.00 Damage Deposit $500.00Prime Time hourly Fri-Sun. - $55.00 per hour (5 hours or less)Weekday Mon-Thurs- $35.00 per hour

Board Room The boardroom is approx. 14’x22’ in size. Capacity in a meeting-room setting is 25.White board and pull down screen available. Rental rate: $25.00 per hour.

For Further information please visit www.mcapeople.ca, call 403-247-3116, or email [email protected].

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mca directory

stay connected with montgomeryCheck out our Website: www.mcapeople.caLike us on Facebook: MontgomeryCAFollow us on Twitter: @mcapeopleSubscribe to E-News: [email protected]

executive President Marilyn Wannamaker 403-286-0175Vice-president Russel Ens Treasurer George McMullen Secretary Sarah Moonshiram

staff Facility Manager Janine McAuliffe 403-247-3116Assistant to the David Hoskyn 403-247-3116Manager

directors David Baker, Leaha OwenEllen Kerkhoven, Trevor Poffenroth, Rhonda Zander, Ron Aubrey, Janice Mackett

elected representatives City Councillor Ward Sutherland 403-268-2430MLA Calgary Stephanie McLean 403-216-5436VarsityMP Len Webber 587-885-1596

contacts Community Damian Price Liaison Officer [email protected] 403-428-6200

school board trustees Public Joy Bowen-Eyre 403-294-8121Separate Serafino Scarpino 403-500-2550

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Here are the most recent permit applications that the Planning Committee reviewed:•LOC2017-2244 at 4620 16 AV NW: New Medical Clinic

and Office•DP2017-2277 at 4540 16 AV NW: Proposed New Wood

Patio and Cover•DP2017-2432 at 4840 22 AV NW: New Semi-Detached

Residential•DP2017-266 at 117, 4611 Bowness RD NW: Change of

Use – Veterinary Clinic•DP2017-2604 at 4735 22 AV NW: New Semi-Detached

Residential•DP2017-1463 at 4720 Bowness RD NW: Contextual

Semi-Detached Residential•LOC2017-0053 4624 Montalban Drive NW: to change

existing land use from R-C1 to R-C1s (to accommodate a future secondary suite)

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MCa general Manager Janine Mcauliffecelebrates on Canada day 150!


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Total Bylaw Public Service Requests (SRs) for

Service Requests Created between Jun 1, 2017 and Jun 30, 2017MONTGOMERY

MONTGOMERY SR Types SR Count % of TotalCommunity

Bylaw - Long Grass - Weeds Infraction 22 27.2%

Corporate - Graffiti Concerns 14 17.3%

Bylaw - Tree - Shrub Infraction 13 16.0%

Bylaw Patrol (Private) 11 13.6%

Bylaw - Material on Public Property 6 7.4%

Bylaw - Noise Concerns 4 4.9%

Bylaw - Untidy Private Property Concerns 3 3.7%

Bylaw - Property Maintenance Concerns 2 2.5%

Bylaw - Waste and Recycling Infractions 2 2.5%

Animal / Bylaw - Information Request 1 1.2%

Bylaw - Disturbance and Behavioural Concerns 1 1.2%

Bylaw - Permit - Noise Exemption 1 1.2%

Bylaw - Temporary Signs Infraction on City Property 1 1.2%

Total Bylaw SRs for MONTGOMERY 81 100.0%

Total Bylaw SRs for Ward 1 450

Note: Service request statistics include Business Unit work entered into the CSRsystem, but do not reflect all work or activity of Business Units**The report provides data for Service Requests that are public facing. The City'sinternal Service Requests are not included.

Source: Customer Service Request (CSR) System

CSR Extract: Jul 11, 2017

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311 Top 5 Public Service Requests (SRs) for


Top 5 SR Types for MONTGOMERY SR Count % of TotalCommunity

Parks - Tree Concern - WAM 28 7.6%


CBS Inspection - SCP - New Home 20 5.4%

Roads - Roadway Maintenance 16 4.3%

Finance - Property Tax Account Inquiry 15 4.1%

Finance - TIPP Agreement Request 15 4.1%

Total Top 5 SR Types 116 31.4%

Total Other SRs 253 68.6%

Total SRs for MONTGOMERY 369 100%

Total SRs for Ward 1 3,450

% of Total Ward 1 11%

Note: Service request statistics include Business Unit work entered into the CSR system,but do not reflect all work or activity of Business Units**The report provides data for Service Requests that are public facing. The City's internalService Requests are not included.


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311 Top 5 Public Service Requests (SRs) for


Top 5 SR Types for MONTGOMERY SR Count % of TotalCommunity

Parks - Tree Concern - WAM 28 7.6%


CBS Inspection - SCP - New Home 20 5.4%

Roads - Roadway Maintenance 16 4.3%

Finance - Property Tax Account Inquiry 15 4.1%

Finance - TIPP Agreement Request 15 4.1%

Total Top 5 SR Types 116 31.4%

Total Other SRs 253 68.6%

Total SRs for MONTGOMERY 369 100%

Total SRs for Ward 1 3,450

% of Total Ward 1 11%

Note: Service request statistics include Business Unit work entered into the CSR system,but do not reflect all work or activity of Business Units**The report provides data for Service Requests that are public facing. The City's internalService Requests are not included.


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attention community residentsIn order to cut down on bottle pickers rummaging through our recycle bins and potentially trespassing on private property, we would ask you to support our local school….

Terrace Road Elementary School has acquired a large container in the East parking lot taking any and all re-cyclable that can be cashed in for the deposit refund. This will help keep unwanted eyes lurking in your yards and garage.

Please support our only school in Montgomery and keep our back yards and Alleys safe.

For additional information contact Montgomery CSI: Committee Montgomery Community Centre 403-247-3116.

mosaic village co-housing initiativeAre you interested in being part of an intentional, di-verse, multi-generational community that includes both private units and shared common spaces?

Mosaic Village members are creating such a commun-ity in NW Calgary. It will provide a child safe and family friendly environment, incorporate green space, be built with environmental sustainability in mind, and allow aging in place. Members will actively participate in both the community’s design and its on-going upkeep.

If you are interested in exploring your interest in this in-novative co-housing option connect with us at www.mosaicvillage.org. [email protected].

Both Alberta and Lake Louise got their names from the fourth daughter of Queen Victoria, Princess Louise Caroline Alberta. However, the town of Caroline, Alberta does not get its name from the princess, and is instead named after Caroline Langley, whose family opened up the town’s first post office.



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thanks to canada 150 beautification

grant funds, the landscaping of the playground is

complete!

wellspring calgaryWellspring Calgary is a warm and welcom-ing community that provides a comprehen-sive range of support, resources and pro-grams so anyone living with cancer and the people who care about them can improve the quality of their lives.

CHilDMinDing VolunteeR oPPoRtunityPosition DescriptionWe are looking for child minding volunteers with flexible schedules, to supervise and monitor the safety of children while mem-bers attend programs at Wellspring Calgary. Our volunteers will organize and provide age appropriate activities for the child/children in a safe environment and help to provide an enjoyable experience while in our care.

Key areas of responsibility•Supervise member’s children while the

member is participating in a program•Follow Wellspring Calgary’s childminding

guidelines•Ensure all parental paperwork is in place

and parental instructions are followed•Ensure parent is contacted if any needs

outside the childminding parameters arise

The child minding volunteer will be required to be at least 18 years old, enjoys working with children, has a current first aide certifi-cate (or is willing to obtain certification) and can provide a recent police security check. We require an ongoing, flexible, daytime commitment from the volunteers.

Please feel free to contact us or drop in for a tour at one of our centres weekdays be-tween 10-4pm or visit our website at www.wellspringcalgary.ca.

Contact information Niki Fehr 587-747-0260 [email protected]

Full 08 Photo Contest Entry Form

Bowmont Natural Environment Park 17th Annual Photo Contest

Entry Form The Bowmont Natural Environment Park Committee is looking for your best shots taken in Bowmont Natural Environment Park. Photos will be judged by experienced photographers. Prizes will be awarded in the following categories: Scenic Views: Scenic landscape views of the park Flora: Trees, shrubs, grasses or flowers Wildlife: Animals in the Park (not including domestic animals) Environmental Issues: Damage within the park (excluding private property) Park Users: People enjoying the park (submit their permission using the consent form) Best of Show: Best photo in the show and Best photo in the show by a first time entrant Contest Rules 1. Contest is open to all amateur photographers. All photos must be taken within Bowmont Natural

Environment Park between January 1, 2017 and October 6, 2017. 2. Entry deadline is October 13, 2017. 3. Photos submitted MUST be accompanied by the contest Photo Release Waiver or will be disqualified. 4. Some restrictions regarding prizes may apply. 5. Only two entries per each category may be submitted. 6. Submissions must be good quality 4” x 6” prints (no slides) with entry form attached. Please do not

write on the back of your photos. 7. Please email a digital version if available of photos (JPEG file) to [email protected] prior to entry

deadline. 8. Photos submitted will not be returned to the entrant. They will remain with the committee for

reproduction and use as per the Photo Release Waiver form.

How to submit your entries: 1. Attach one entry form to each photograph you submit with the following information:

Your name:_________________________________________________________________

Address:___________________________________________________________________

City: _______________ Province:___________ Postal code:_________________________

Email:_________________________________________ Phone:

I have read and followed the Contest Rules (signature) :_______________________________

Indicate category: □ Scenic Views □ Flora □ Wildlife □ Environmental Issues □ Park Users 2. Give your photograph a Title: ______________________________________________________ 3. Attach the completed Photo Release Waiver 4. Attach a Consent Form (for Park User category only) 5. Submit your entries at Bowness, Montgomery, Silver Springs or Varsity Community Centre offices Additional entry forms and the contest Photo Release Waiver are available at the following Community Centre Offices: Bowness, Montgomery, Silver Springs and Varsity; or by e-mail request to [email protected] and pdf format form and release waiver will be forwarded to your e-mail address. For more information, contact: Community Volunteer: Linda Knight Phone: (403) 288-5496 Email: [email protected]

In the Roman calendar, August was originally called Sextilis. This

is because the Roman calendar had only ten months, and August

was the sixth month. The name was changed in 8 BC to

honor Caesar Augustus.

Did you know?


Montgomery Real Estate UpdateLast 12 Months MontgomeryMLS Real Estate Sale Price Update

Last 12 Months MontgomeryMLS Real Estate Number of Listings Update

Average Asking Price Average Sold Price

June 2017 $525,000 $525,000

May 2017 $522,450 $506,250

April 2017 $504,950 $504,500

March 2017 $534,900 $512,500

February 2017 $500,000 $489,000

January 2017 $419,900 $409,900

December 2016 $678,900 $660,000

November 2016 $429,900 $420,000

October 2016 $529,000 $526,000

September 2016 $495,000 $450,000

August 2016 $453,900 $425,000

July 2016 $407,777 $425,000

No. New Properties No. Properties Sold

June 2017 6 7

May 2017 6 2

April 2017 8 6

March 2017 9 8

February 2017 4 3

January 2017 3 3

December 2016 2 1

November 2016 3 5

October 2016 5 1

September 2016 3 5

August 2016 6 2

July 2016 4 3

To view more detailed information that comprise the above MLS averages please visit montgomery.great-news.ca

Free announcements: lost/found, household items for sale, wanted, garage sale, student/senior services, etc.

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CoMMunity announCeMents

CHilD sCientists WanteD! Ch.I.L.D. Research Group at the University of Calgary requires kids under 14 years to participate in fun game-like projects to help us understand how children develop language and social understanding. If interested call (403) 220-4955, email [email protected], or visit https://psyc.ucalgary.ca/child/

PRaCtiCe englisH: Make friends and have fun at a New Friends and Neighbourhood Group! Free, no im-migration requirements and no minimum English. Free childcare. Visit www.ciwa-online.com or contact Debra Colley at [email protected], 403-444-1752.

news from the friends of nose hillby Anne Burke

The Off-Leash Ambassador Pilot Program was funded through the Council Innovation Fund, in 2013; there was a recent report on the overall outcomes and ex-penditures. The launch was in Egerts and Bowmont, and then the program was offered to parks across the city, including Nose Hill. The program is expanding to all quadrants of the city and ambassadors are needed city-wide. If you are interested in volunteering, please register online at www.calgary.ca or call 3-1-1.

Over 200 volunteers act as positive role models, promoting responsible pet ownership, positive pet-interactions and safety, in off leash-parks and at community events. Community associations have requested that Ambassadors educate residents about behaviour concerns and volunteers will initiate small events such as park cleanups.

Ambassadors are active in 151 off-leash parks through-out the city and volunteer recruitment is ongoing. There is an off-leash park near you. For example, there was a P.U.P.P.Y event from noon to 3 p.m. July 15 - Nose Hill Park (Edgemont entrance to off-leash area), Edgemont Blvd. and Shaganappi Tr. N.W.

The program aligns with Calgary City Council Priorities from Action Plan 2015-2018, including N12: Promote and strengthen community standards through fa-cilitated compliance. Ambassador efforts increase the public’s adherence to bylaws and allow another mecha-nism to gather information about parks maintenance concerns and areas needing further investigation from Community Peace Officers. Additionally, this program aligns with the Responsible Pet Ownership Bylaw, spe-cifically around owners having control of their dogs and ensuring their dogs’ waste is picked up.

The Priorities and Finance Committee approved $75,000 to pilot the program. The budget spending for 2013-2016 can be found in the report on volunteer, program, special event, and training expenses. Overall, the main items were: jackets, backpacks, nametags; pet waste bags, meeting supplies, signs; rental of fence and audio-visual for Dog Recall and Working Dog events; pay for trainers and pet first-aid courses. This does not include staff support time. As a result of its success, the program will continue into 2018. Calgary Community Standards (CCS) will bring forward this program for fur-ther resources as part of the Business Plan and Budget Cycle for 2019-2022.


HoMe Business oPPoRtunity: Clinicair is the lead-ing provider of Indoor Air Quality and Medical Grade Duct Cleaning services in Canada. We are looking for a dealer in Calgary to represent our growing company. We offer a royalty free business. Clinicair supplies you with the latest technology, and training. Call Craig: 1-416-277-6067.

neigHBouRHooD ConFliCt? Community Mediation Calgary Society (CMCS) is a no cost mediation and con-flict coaching service that can help you resolve problems and restore peace! We help neighbours be neighbours again! www.communitymediation.ca, 403-269-2707.

yaRD BusteRs lanDsCaPing: Snow removal $129.95. Some conditions. Landscape construction and yard renovation: stone patios, walks, raised beds and rock walls, synthetic grass, sod and trees and shrubs, landscape lighting, water features and decks and fences and superhero window cleaning. Licensed. Insured. Seniors discount. Phone: 403-265-4769. yardbusterslandscaping.com.

JeFFRey eleCtRiC: Friendly professional electrical ser-vice for your next residential project, large or small. City Qualified Trade, Master Electrician, insured, licensed, certified, bonded. Very competitive rates for quality electrical work. Service panel upgrades from 60 amp to 200 amp. Sub-panels, aluminum rewiring, custom kitch-ens and basements. Free estimates. www.cejelectric.com or call Clayton at 403-970-5441.

tHe gutteR DoCtoR! We install, fix and clean eaves-troughs and downspouts. We also install and fix fascia, soffit, drip-edge, siding, roofing, cladding. Over 20,000 happy customers since 2003! Insured and guaranteed work with references. We take pride in doing a good job. A+ rated BBB Member. 2017 Consumer’s Choice Award Winner. www.gutterdoctor.ca 403-714-0711.

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len webber, mp2020 10 st nW, t2M3M2

403-220-0888 [email protected]

learning through lifeIt’s soon back to school time. Getting an education and going to school is something most of us think ends the day we graduate from high school, college or university in our younger years. However, more than ever, life-long learning and education is now a reality throughout our working careers as we learn new skills, adapt to an evolving workplace or change careers. Keeping your job skills and certifications current is the best insurance against chronic unemployment and income instability.

The Government of Canada has many programs to sup-port those getting or updating their education. These programs are usually income-tested, meaning that more assistance is available for those who need it and less for those who can afford to fund their own school-ing.

While many of the programs, such as Registered Educa-tion Savings Plans and Canada Student Loan programs are well-known, many other programs exist to assist mature students or those seeking a career in the trades.

As a former electrician, I am a big supporter of those seeking a career in the trades.

The Canada Apprentice Loan will help you complete your apprenticeship in a designated Red Seal trade. With the Canada Apprentice Loan, you can get up to $4,000 in interest-free loans per period of technical training. You can use the money to help pay for tuition, tools, equipment and living expenses, to cover forgone wages or to help support your family. You will not have to make payments on your Canada Apprentice Loan, and no interest will accumulate until after you complete or leave your apprenticeship training program.

The Apprenticeship Incentive Grant is a taxable cash grant of $1,000 per year or per level, up to a maximum amount of $2,000 per person. The Apprenticeship Com-pletion Grant is a one-time taxable cash grant of $2,000 for registered apprentices who complete their appren-ticeship training and obtain their journeyperson certifi-cation. For more information on these programs, please visitwww.canada.ca/apprentice or call 1-800-622-6232.

If you are an eligible apprentice, you can also receive up to 55 percent of your weekly average insurable earnings in EI benefits while attending full-time technical training.

Those hiring an apprentice could be eligible for the Ap-prenticeship Job Creation Tax Credit (AJCTC) which is a non-refundable tax credit equal to 10% of the eligible salaries and wages payable to eligible apprentices. The maximum credit an employer can claim is $2,000 per year for each eligible apprentice.

Updating your skills and training can be a very reward-ing experience. It will unlock new career opportunities and make you more employable in a changing econo-my. If you are considering returning to school, or want to update your education and skills, you can contact Service Canada at 1-800-622-6232 to find out about the various assistance programs available to you.

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information about the Municipal election – Changes to the Ward 1 officeThe City of Calgary is approaching their next municipal election. There will be some changes that will occur on Nomination Day, September 18 until Election Day, Oc-tober 16. Councillor sutherland’s City website will be updated until nomination Day, september 18, 2017, and then it must be locked down.

Newsletter articles sent to community newsletters can continue if the information is needed by constituents. Newspaper content must speak about what is happen-ing in the community and not what the Councillor has done in the community. Mass emailing is allowed with Ward issues only if the messaging is of benefit to the constituent.

2017 election Ward Boundary ChangesIn October, Calgarians will vote to elect their Mayor, Councillors and School Board Trustees. During the 2017 Municipal Election, new ward boundaries will come into effect, which could change who the candidates are on your ballot and your voting station location. on octo-ber 16, 2017 Ward 1 will include Royal oak. the com-munities of Montgomery, university Heights and university of Calgary will move to Ward 7.

Mail-in ballots for the 2017 electionIf you are unable to vote during the Advance Vote or on Election Day due to physical incapacity, being absent from the city, working as an election worker, or volunteering/working on a campaign, you can request a mail-in ballot online by visiting www.electionscalgary.ca, by phone, 403-476-4100 (option 2), in-person or in writing at the Elections & Census Office, 1103 – 55 Avenue NE.

If you request a mail-in ballot, a ballot package with instructions will be mailed to you after September 18, 2017. For more information on the Election, or to sign-up to receive updates, visit www.electionscalgary.ca.

councillor, ward 1

Ward Sutherlandp.o. Box 2100, station M Calgary, aB Canada t2p 2M5

403-268-2430 403-268-8091 [email protected] www.calgary.ca/ward1

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mla calgary-varsitystephanie mclean#202, 4712 16th avenue nW Calgary, aB, Canada t3B 0n1

403-216-5436 403-216-5438 [email protected]

Friends,

August is a more laid-back month with the high ex-citement of Stampede and Canada’s 150th birthday all packed into July. It’s a month to enjoy the long summer days, particularly the Heritage Day long weekend, and maybe even take a vacation to a new place or relax in a familiar one. As the month comes to an end, many fam-ilies will be preparing for the coming school year.

July started with the 150th birthday of this great coun-try. We had excellent weather for the weekend of festiv-ities in Calgary. I very much enjoyed attending Triwood’s Canada Day BBQ here in Calgary-Varsity. It was an even-ing of food, music, fireworks, and fun for the large crowd of people that turned out.

While Canada Day is over, the Alberta government wants to create a lasting, year-long Canada 150 program for our province. So, the Alberta Canada 150 grant was cre-ated. It offers $2 million in funding for projects in Alberta communities. They can qualify for up to $25,000 and ap-plications can be submitted each month until October 2017. Projects must be completed by December 2017 and are aimed at supporting projects initiated by small- and medium sized non-profit organizations. The grants are available through Alberta Culture & Tourism.

Calgary Stampede was great fun again this year. There was the parade, the rodeo, the cowboy hats, and sev-eral events right here in Calgary-Varsity. The Triwood, Dalhousie Station, Market Mall, and Vecova Stampede breakfasts were excellent for the pancake connoisseurs among us. And for those of us who want something a little different, Banff Trail hosted an evening BBQ to kick Stampede off. I was also flipping pancakes at the Pre-mier’s Stampede breakfast with other members of the government. These events were a great way to connect with the people of Calgary-Varsity about the things that are important to them.

Our government is always interested in hearing what Albertans have to say about major public programs. As the federal government is legalizing cannabis by July

2018, Alberta has to develop a provincial framework to manage it. Until July 31st, Albertans can visit alberta.ca/cannabis to participate in a survey to develop a provin-cial framework for cannabis legalization.

We have recently moved our office to a new location in Montgomery. You can find us at #202, 4712 16th Avenue NW, T3B 0N1.

Our office serves all the people of Varsity, Dalhousie, Brentwood, Banff Trail, University Heights, Montgomery, and Charleswood. Our team is available to talk to constituents about provincial government departments, programs, scrolls, and services. To find out more drop in, call, email, or check out stephaniemclean.albertandpcaucus.ca

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