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AltaLink Getting Closer On Selecting New Substation LocationChestermere residents being consulted

By Michelle Young

Back in March, we reported about the Chestermere Substation Interconnection project that had some resi-dents less then happy about having a substation close to their homes. February 29th was the most recent consultation with the public when an open house was held at the Chestermere Recreation Centre – until now.On Friday 8th, Dan Blacklock, the Communica-

tions Advisor with AltaLink, advised that a newsletter has been mailed out to 250 Chestermere residents as AltaLink looks to finalize the plan for the Chestermere Substation Interconnection project. “This is our third round of consultation and the input

of residents, along with the City of Chestermere and other organizations, are helping us narrow in on a pro-posed location”, says Blacklock. The project was initially hoped to be completed by

spring of 2017, but this is now what the timeline looks like:

• Notify and consult with stakeholders June - July 2016

• File application with AUC August 2016• Start construction if project is approved April

2018• Complete construction September 2018

The project includes:

*Building a new substation, which will have a property boundary of approximately 110 by 120 metres with a fence line of approximately 60 by 75 metres.*Building a new telecommunications structure that

will be approximately 20 to 30 metres high within the Chestermere Substation fence line. The final height will be determined through detailed engineering.

*Adding two new 138/25 kV transformers, three new 138 kC circuit breakers and ten new 25 kV circuit breakers within two switchgear buildings*Removing and modifying portions of the existing

765L transmission line and building two new portions of the lineAltaLink states, “FortisAlberta has requested upgrades

to the transmission system in the Chestermere and Balzac areas through the building of a new substation near Chestermere to help meet increased capacity and ensure the reliability of the electrical system for years to come”.Initially, AltaLink had several proposed locations for

the new substation. But through consultations with the public and City of Chestermere, they have now nar-rowed down their choices. “We have identified one preferred and two alternate

sites for the proposed Chestermere Substation that we will be including in our application to the Alberta Utili-ties Commission (AUC). The AUC can approve any one of the three sites for construction, approve with condi-tions, or deny the project”, says AltaLink.The preferred site for the proposed Chestermere

Substation is site A (NE-1-24-28-W4) which AltaLink says was selected because it has lower potential overall impacts when compared to all other sites considered. This is the site that is on 791 near Chestermere High School. The two alternate sites are, Site C (NW-8-24-27-W4)

and site E (SW-2-24-28-W4). Site E is in the Kinniburgh area and AltaLink states that it has been shifted slightly from its originally proposed location to now have lower potential visual and residential impacts. The new loca-tion is also located at a higher elevation and is drier, resulting in a lower environmental impact.Site C is east of the 791 and close to Highway 1. This

site was selected as an alternate site because it has low overall impacts. However, site C does have higher environmental impacts than the preferred site, accord-ing to AltaLink.With this newsletter being mailed out to 250

Chestermere residents, the next step is the Alberta Elec-tric System Operator (AESO) to determine this electric system upgrade is needed and will file a Needs Iden-tification Document with the AUC. After the consulta-tion process is complete, AltaLink will file a Facilities Application with the AUC.You can get more information on this project, by con-

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City Conducts Retail Gap AnalysisWhat will they do now with the information?

By Michelle Young

In February, the City of Chestermere hired Cushing Terrell Architecture (CTA) to per-form a Retail Market and Gap Analysis with the objective being to discover what resi-dents feel is missing from Chestermere and where residents are spending their money.You may have been a part of this research if you were approached a local busi-

ness earlier this year or by a member of the CTA team that asked you participate in a very lengthy survey about where you shop and what you would like to see come to Chestermere. There has been much discussion about what is lacking in Chestermere. Most agree

that it is industrial business that needs to come to our city to even out the residential and non-residential tax issue, and that retail is not the answer. But, with an ever grow-ing population, the residents must have local services or they will spend their money elsewhere. That is currently the case as the report that came back from CTA states that there is an estimated $95 million a year being leaked out of Chestermere that equates to almost 60% of Chestermere resident spending is happening outside of Chestermere. The results are now in and CTA

states that their findings are intended to assist the City of Chestermere to promote the community and help attract investors and businesses. The report show- cased many of Ches-termeres benefits. Phrases such as ‘peaceful country lifestyle’, fast grow-ing’, ‘very well connected’ but states that Chestermere is ‘under-served significantly by retail’ and that the biggest threat to retailers coming to Chestermere is the East Hills develop-ment. The consumer survey that was con-

ducted was very revealing as to where Chestermere residents are shopping. Sunridge Mall and Cross Irons Mall were the most popular answers for shopping cent- ers that Chestermere residents shop at. The most desired businesses

that survey participants said they wanted to see in Chestermere were more full service restaurants, entertainment and recreation, home improvement and garden, and clothing/apparel retail options.The top three full service restaurants that people surveyed said they wanted to see in

Chestermere were The Keg, Earl’s Kitchen and Bar and Cactus Club. Lowest on the list was a Thai food option, East Side Marios and IHOP. The top five retailers sought by Chestermere restaurants were: Canadian Tire, Sport

Chek, Chapters, Best Buy and Real Canadian Superstore. Lowest on this list was Reitmans, Payless Shoes and The Brick. This does not include the home improvement category as CTA says there was an overwhelming request for a retailer in that category. I contacted the City of Chestermere to inquire as to what their move forward plan was

now that they have obtained this information, but no response was received. I also inquired as to the cost of this project and that also went unanswered. Regardless, the residents have spoken and although a light industrial presence is

needed, it is now crystal clear what retail businesses residents want to see in our city.


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Sharing The Road This SummerSome tips on motorcycle safety

By Michelle Young

Motorcycle enthusiasts wait all winter for the weather to warm up and the ice on the roads to melt so they can pull their much loved bikes out of the garages and take to the open road. Chestermere has its fair share of motorbike lovers so it’s important that we all learn how to share the road to keep each other safe.

In Alberta, between 2010 and 2014, 3,323 motorcycles were involved in casualty colli-sions. These collisions resulted in 153 deaths and 3,440 injuries.

“Road users can all play a part in motorcycle safety, by knowing the rules and being aware. Drivers can take care when travelling near them, especially when turning in front of one. At the same time, motorcyclists need to be aware of the road environment too and exer-cise caution and ride defensively.,” said Brian Mason, Minister of Transportation.

Alberta Transportation provided the following tips on motorcycle safety:

• Motorcycles are less stable and less visible than cars and often have high-perfor-mance capabilities. When motorcycles crash, their riders lack the protection of an enclosed vehicle, so they are more likely to be injured or killed.

• More than two-thirds of collisions involv-ing a motorcycle resulted in death or injury. This compares with approximately one in 10 for all collisions.

• In Alberta, wearing a helmet is the law when you are on a motorcycle. Head injury is a leading cause of death in motor-cycle crashes. A rider with a helmet is 37 per cent less likely to incur a fatal injury in a crash than a rider without a helmet.

• Replace a helmet that has been dam-aged and avoid buying a used one. A used helmet may have been involved in a crash and could be damaged in ways that are not obvious.• Wearing comfortable and weather-appropriate gear provides the best comfort and allows riders to stay alert and maintain their ability to react.• Motorcycles equipped with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) help reduce fatalities and reduce stopping distances on wet and dry surfaces.• Motorcycles demand a high degree of skill. Proper training and preparation are essential to a safe trip.• Impairment and riding do not mix.• Riding a motorcycle requires balance, vision,

reflexes and judgment - all of which are ad-versely affected by alcohol and drugs.

Just last week, a fatal accident served as an important reminder of motorcycle safety. On Thursday July 7th around 10pm, Emergency Medical Services (EMS) paramedics from Calgary and Cochrane responded to Lochend Road approximately 10 kilometres north of Big Hill Springs Road.

EMS arrived on scene to discover that two motorcycles had been involved –

the first rider struck a deer and was pro-nounced dead on scene and the second

rider lost control of his motorcycle trying to avoid the first collision and was taken to

hospital in stable condition.

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ate gear and stay out of vehicles’ blind spots.”, says Mark Dobbelsteyn, Program Director - Traf-

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The Big HitchDidn’t exactly go of without a hitch

By Michelle Young

With the 104th Calgary Stampede in full swing, days prior to the kick off one group had a remarkable trek planned – The Big Hitch. In 1925 Slim Moorehouse drove a hitch of 36 Percher-

on Horses pulling 10 grain wagons loaded with 1477 bushels of wheat through the Calgary Stampede Parade. “It is our intention to honour a man who was a great horseman and a world record holder. The hitch, horses and wagons, was 350 feet in length and he was the only driver”, said a rep with the Big Hitch. Starting on June 29, 2016, the group began a trek that

saw them driving a replica of this hitch, 36 horses and 10 wagons, from Gleichen to Chestermere and then through the Calgary Stampede Parade – but that didn’t go as planned.On July 8th, just two days before parade day, the team

was delayed in Lyalta but they did head East along Town-ship Road 244 to the intersection of Range Road 270 by about 2:30pm that afternoon. At that point, they unhitched all the horses and loaded

them into two semi tractor-trailers. They hauled the horses to an un-determined location for the night and then packed them up again the next night and hauled them to Fort Calgary so they would be ready to ride in the Calgary Stampede Parade Friday morning. There were 20 horses pulling 5 wagon’s in the parade,

as this is the longest team they could use and still be able to make the turns on the parade route.

Replicating the Big Hitch of 1925Photo: Compliments of Marla Forth

The Big Hitch rides againPhoto: Compliments of Marla Forth

Loading them up for a much needed restPhoto: Compliments of Marla Forth

Although the trek didn’t go as planned, these beau-ties still made it to march in the big paradePhoto: Compliments of Marla Forth


Upcoming Events

July 16

Water Festival (all day) www.chestermere.ca/waterfestival

July 18

Regular Council Meeting (3 p.m.) www.chestermere.ca/agendas

Aug 1 Heritage Day (Municipal Office Closed) www.chestermere.ca/calendar

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10 ways to spend your day at Chestermere’s Water Festival www.chestermere.ca/news

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Chestermere sees highest online participation in Alberta www.chestermere.ca/news

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DEVELOPMENT PERMITS The following Development Permit(s) have been approved in accordance with the City of Chestermere Land Use Bylaw 022-10, as amended: 1. DP# 16-7040/2 207 Hawkmere View– Lot 21, Block 23, Plan 041 4054 Home Business – Major – SPA COMFORTS (waxing, threading, facials & massage) 2. DP# 16-7204 347 Parkmere Green – Lot 39, Block 21, Plan 041 4464 Home Business – Major – NEENA BEAUTY SPA (facials, waxing, manicure, pedicure, & nails) 3. DP# 16-6710 413 Marina Drive – Lot 10, Block 21, Plan 041 1295 Home Business – Major – SEA NAILS (nail enhancements) Any person deemed to be affected by the above approval(s) may choose to appeal this decision to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board. Any appeal must be in writing to the Secretary of the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board and forwarded to the City of Chestermere along with the required fee of $200.00 within 14 days from the date of this publication. Further information regarding the above mentioned approval(s) may be obtained by contacting office at (403) 207-7075 during regular business hours.

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Rubber Duck Race

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SATURDAY JULY 16 | JOHN PEAKE PARKQuiet Calgary Rife With Signs Of ChangeThis one seems different from the other busts

By Mike RobinsonColumnist, Troy Media

CALGARY, Alta. / Troy Media/ - Last weekend, my wife and I flew to Calgary to attend a friend’s wedding. It was my first time back in several years where we had three days to poke about and explore the old hometown.It was a sunny weekend, and it was easy

to accept the old cues of prairie summer: puffy white cumulous clouds all along the northern horizon; the feeling of being in the centre of the action as your sight lines run equally off in all directions; the bright high-altitude sunshine.Yet you could sense something was

amiss. We arrived at the airport’s brand new wing late Friday night, and there were precious few passengers walking about YYC. In the old days (1978 - 2008 for us), Friday night was a big hustle-and-bustle time as oil workers, from rig pigs to VPs, arrived home for the weekend. I still treasure a memory of seeing former premier Peter Lougheed retrieving his bag from the luggage carousel late one Friday night. When we wheeled our rent-a-car out

onto the highway, there seemed to be way less traffic on the roads.As we headed south to our hotel in the

centre of town, several tall condo towers loomed darkly in the East Village. “No lights mean no tenants,” we thought. The hotel lobby was dead quiet too. I asked if the pre-Stampede week crowd was checked in, only to be told that they would be sold out next week, not this one. Far from it.Saturday morning, we decided to drive

by the old neighbourhoods, Edgemont and Brentwood, and photograph our old homes. Two of the three had closed blinds and curtains in mid-day. Our first proud little house (we called it ‘the single-wide’ because its dimensions resembled a trailer-home) was now really run down. There wasn’t one flower growing in the front yard, and my carefully constructed rear fence was tumbling into the lane.We were invited to Saturday lunch by

old family friends and jumped at the chance. We are all older now, but our enthusiasms are still fresh. We compared notes on children and grandchildren, and

the opportunities they were working on in their new careers. None was employed in the oil patch.

Four had left Alberta to find work. Three tell-tale lines of conversation are still fresh in my mind: “This one seems different from the other busts;” “Bright young people aren’t choosing to work in the oil and gas sector anymore;” and, “Maybe it’s time for the old number one, agriculture, to become dominant once again.”The wedding reception we had come to

attend was held in a favourite Chinatown restaurant on Saturday night. The interna-tional crowd of guests was typical of the old Calgary, with people invited to stand, table by table, as all 270 were introduced by the emcee. The majority were local, but at least 40 per cent were from away, returning for the wedding.Monday morning, I had planned a Glen-

bow Museum visit, always high on my Calgary to-do list. It is always fun to view the Stampede-themed exhibitions in July, and to see the tourists thronging about in their new Wranglers and Smithbilt hats. This past Monday however, the crowds

were very modest. The main Stampede exhibition, on the photographs of Edward Sherrif Curtis, was simple and honest. The old wood frames, sepia toned prints and indigenous character from the U.S. and Canada filled two display halls. I shared them with two black-shirted security guards.As I walked from picture to picture, I

thought of how significant Curtis’ work has become to a broad cross-section of viewers, from tribal relatives, to anthro-pologists, to college students, to artists, to tourists. He captured in the early 1930s dramatic images of aboriginal people at the end of an era. The indigenous cultures of the Great Plains, the South-West, the Northwest Coast and the Arctic today acknowledge Curtis’ gift of foresight. He saw what was coming.Leaving Calgary Monday night, I was

struck by the parallels between Curtis’ vision and contemporary Alberta. It may just be time to begin recording what was, in anticipation of what is about to emerge. Calgary is calling for its Curtis.

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As Chestermere Residents for the past 26 years, and Chestermere Real Estate Specialists for the past 24 years we are proud supporters of the

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Chestermere Sees Highest Online Census Participation In AlbertaSubmitted by: City of Chestermere

Chestermere, AB – Results of the 2016 census are in and Alberta’s newest city continues to be a thriving, desirable com-munity. Chestermere saw a population in-crease of 6.6% over the last year, resulting in a new population count of 19,715.

“Chestermere is an awesome place to call home and it appears that word of that is still spreading. Welcome to all those new residents who have joined our won-derful community,” said Mayor Patricia Matthews. The census concluded on June 17 and

recorded 1,219 new residents calling Chestermere home. Of census results announced, Chestermere has the second highest growth rate in the province, sur-passed only by the Town of Cochrane. As the 15th largest urban municipality

in Alberta, Chestermere continues to be an attractive community for its prime loca-tion, dynamic lakeside lifestyle and friend-ly neighbourhoods. Even in the midst of economic uncertainty, the population and average housing prices continue to increase in this oasis community.

In addition to the population count, the census also collected demographic information which indicated consistency with previous years’ data. Chestermere’s statistics show that there is an equal split between men and women in the City, 50% of residents are between the ages of 25-60, and more than 75% of residents live in a single detached home. Known to be a great place to raise a family, the number of residents under the age of 30 remained at 30%.Perhaps a testament to the youthful

nature of the community, Chestermere has the highest online census participation rates in Alberta. Over 62% of households chose to complete their census elec-tronically, a cost reduction trend the City hopes will continue in the coming years. Census takers diligently followed up with unresponsive homes to conclude with a 99.8% completion rate. Chestermere conducts a census every

year to collect demographic information on the community to assist with provin-cial grant funding for City services and programs, and future growth. For more information and the full report,

visit www.chestermere.ca/census.

Chestermere In Bloom Weekly Contest Winner

This week’s winner of the Streetscapes front yard contest comes from the Cove neighbourhood. Richard Plum-mer of the Streetscape committee says”A beautiful job of landscaping. Nice use on different heights in different flowers.wonderful curb appeal”. Congratulations!Photo: Compliments of Richard Plummer

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The Way of TrustYou would think that living in a lake community like Chestermere would have hard-

ened me up somehow to that initial shock of cold that slaps the breath out of you when you first jump in a lake. I was never good at running straight off the end of a dock into a cold lake and it always took some mental preparation to take the leap.Not so with my wife. She grew up jumping into glacial-fed mountain lakes, and she’s

grown a level of resistance to those near-absolute-zero water temperatures. When we first were married she was determined to teach me how to join her, so she began by booking a campsite at one of Canada’s warmest lakes, Christina Lake, in BC. It was a moment of trust when I first took the plunge and, who would have guessed, it has become one of our favourite places to visit.Trust takes intentional time to foster, and it is always fragile, but trust is truly the door

to some of the very best experiences we will ever have in our lives. Trust is more than agreeing to an idea or great concept. When we trust, we believe ‘into’ something or someone. It’s hands-on-tangible. Trust is fully active and leads us to feel and experience the thing we’re about to jump into. This sense of trusting in something or someone means that we do not keep one hand on the ledge, we put ourselves out there, ‘into’ the care of another person. We trust our dentist, our doctor, our long-time business partner, our spouse - and our kids put their trust ‘into’ us. Stable connections of trust create those relationships we cherish the most in our lives. It is always risky to put our faith, belief, or hope ‘into’ another person. But the very best lives are those lived in trust.In the same way that the very best lives are built on a network of trust-filled relation-

ships, we’re really finding that the very best neighbourhoods are built on trust. A city is not just a collection of people who live together. A city is a community of people who have learned to trust each other. When we define our city in this way, it changes everything.For those who feel their trust has been broken or betrayed (which may be everyone

of us), we may take some time to warm up the idea that Chestermere will thrive only when trust is central to who we will become. World class neighbourhoods and cities have never risen to the occasion on a wave of cynicism or jaded suspicion. Trust is the only way forward in relationships, good business, in church, schools, and in neighbour-hood life. Building trust is not difficult, choosing to make it a core priority is. Here three ways we

can build trust on our street this week. The first way to build trust is to talk with each other. Sit over coffee and ask to hear someone else’s perspective. Trust-building hap-pens all the time in our local Tim Horton’s, Starbucks, and at the Waiting Room Cafe. The second way to build trust is to see the value in other people. CS Lewis wrote that, “we meet no ordinary people in our lives.” When we see people as extraordinary, we treat them as such. The third way to build trust is to act with integrity. Be honest, speak well of people behind their back, and do the right thing. Trust takes time to build, and it relies on the commitment of many people. But when

relationships, neighbourhoods, and cities are built on a foundation of trust, there is no limit to what we can accomplish together.

As Chestermere Residents for the past 26 years, and Chestermere Real Estate Specialists for the past 24 years we are proud supporters of the

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Rules Of The LakeExcess speed can do more damage then you think

By Michelle Young

As summer quickly approaches and the weather heats up, many will be heading to the lake. There have been articles on invasive species and other dangers to the lake, but what about the damage that excessive boat speeds can do?Earlier in the month I received an email from a very

concerned resident who has noticed some deteriora-tion to an area of shoreline on the lake. Tim says that although he has only lived in Chestermere for just over a year, he is concerned about boaters not adhering to the speed limit north of the Chestermere Blvd bridge.“During nice weather, it is a daily occurrence to see

boaters race around this area with water skiers and rafts in tow going well over the 15km speed limit. Initially I thought this rule was in place so that kayakers paddle boarders etc. could have a place where they could enjoy

calmer waters. Perhaps this is the case, though I constantly see large waves splashing up on the shore from speeding boats erod-ing away our beautiful shoreline.” explains Tim.I contacted the City of

Chestermere for some insight into the policing of our lake and the rules and received the following statement. “As the Lake is federally regulated, the speed limit of 12 km/h is set by the Federal Govern-ment under schedule 5 of the Vessel Operation Restriction Regulations

(SOR/2008-120) and it is currently the RCMP who patrol and enforce those limits. The peninsula is owned by the Western Irrigation District (WID). If City staff notice concerns with the lake shore, they provide that infor-mation to the WID and earlier this summer staff made WID aware of the concerns in that area”, said Corporate Communications Strategist with the City of Chestermere, Megan Matthies. Not complying with lake speed limits not only runs the

risk of damaging shorelines, but can also get boaters in some trouble. I reached out to Corporal Paul Zanon of the Chestermere RCMP Detachment who provided the following information.“The speed limit is correct (12 kmh), but only for the

entire area north of the bridge.It is referenced as Chestermere Lake (north of High-

way 1A) in the regulations. This is also posted at the boat launch. There are also buoys at the bridge area”,

explained Corporal Zanon.Although the lake speed is enforced by Chestermere

Peace Officers, it is quite often the RCMP that are pa-trolling the lake. Corporal Zanon adds, “Legislation in Alberta requires the RCMP to compel a person who is speeding to court (Summons or an Appearance Notice) at which point they would speak to the judge who, upon a finding of guilt, would impose a fine. This process is much different than a roadside traffic ticket”. Under the Vessel Operation Restriction Regulations

(VORR) Sec 2(5), Exceeding the Maximum Speed Limit on the lake will land you a $200 ticket. Corporal Zanon also mentions, “In addition, it is illegal

to consume and possess liquor on a boat, and as such violation tickets maybe issued and alcohol seized.The exception is a vessel that has a proper “head” -

nautical term for washroom - as part of its construction”. During a recent weekend here in Chestermere, Cor-

poral Zanon told me that 24 out of 30 boats that were checked were in violation of the law, typified with of-fences such as:• Alcohol possession• Inadequate or no lifejackets / pfd• No spotter for towing a skier / tube• Overweight / over capacity

Concerned resident, Tim, added, “Not only are we loos-ing our shoreline, but the sediment just gets washed out to the lake where it adds to an even bigger problem. If you want to take a walk yourself to see the damage, the ‘peninsula’ is the stretch of land dividing the canal waters that head North out of the lake and the Cove Beach area”. Corporal Zanon adds, “Police are patrolling the lake and

making checks!”Let’s have a fun and safe summer, while protecting our

beautiful lake and shores.

The speed limit on the north part of the lake is 12 km/h…the fine for not complying to that… $200 bucks. Photo: Compliments of Tim Smith


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New Curriculum For Alberta StudentsProvince looking for direction from Albertans

By Michelle Young

As the school year is winding down and students are have their sights set on summer, Alberta Education al-ready has their sights on what students will be learning in years to come.On June 15th, Education Minister David Eggen an-

nounced that Alberta Education would be seeking input from the residents of Alberta as to what curriculum will be coming to Alberta’s classrooms.Alberta Education’s new approach to developing

curriculum will span six years and work will be done simultaneously on six subject areas: Arts, Language Arts (English, French, Français), Mathematics, Social Studies, Sciences, and Wellness.“This government is committed to developing curricu-

lum - including the fundamentals of reading, writing and math - that ensures children have the best possible start in life to prepare them for rewarding careers in a diversified economy. Critical subject areas have not been updated in many years, so this work is long overdue. This new process will allow us to fulfil our commitments to educate our students about the history, per-spectives and contribu-tions of our Francophone, First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples and com-munities.”, said David Eggen, Minister of Educa-tion.The plan according

to the release from the Province states that future provincial curriculum in all subjects will have a common design and student-centred direction, which will ensure con-sistency across the K-12 curriculum. It is anticipated that this will make it easier for teachers to plan across subjects. It will also enhance the ability of those teachers who are teaching multiple subjects across grade levels to provide a more cohesive program, improving the overall learning experience for students and reducing teachers’ planning time.Mark Ramsankar, President, Alberta Teachers’ Associa-

tion commented,” Sleeker programs, allowing teachers to go more in-depth and to bring in more local elements, will ensure that our programs remain engaging, fulfill-ing and responsive to student needs. Teachers and the profession are excited for the changes and look forward to partnering with government on curriculum develop-

ment.”The role out for these changes should look something

like this:• New curriculum will be developed for Kindergarten

to Grade 4 by late 2018. Grades 5 will follow that to 8 in late 2019. After that, our high school cur-riculum will be developed in phases from 2020 to 2022.

• Current curriculum remains in effect until new cur-riculum is implemented.

So what will all this cost Albertans? The costs for this new curriculum development are funded through cur-rent budget allocations according the Provincial Govern-ment and no new money is required. The cost over six fiscal years is estimated at $64,430,684. This includes $38,850,000 for staffing, $20,394,684 for the engage-ment strategy and $5,186,000 for CDA.I reached out to Rocky View Schools Trustee Bev La-

Peare who said, “I haven’t seen what the new cur-riculum is going to look like, however, I do believe that the voice of parents wanting to have a balanced approach to literacy and numeracy has been heard. Kids need to have a good understanding of the foundations of educa-tion in terms of literacy and numeracy before they move on to more complex ideas. The Minister spoke to us at the ASBA SGM in Red Deer about the fact that this is the first time that 6 courses have been revamped at the same time. They’re trying to move the curriculum to reflect the current reality in terms of what our students need. There’s so much new infor-mation that kids are going to be able to be the recipients of that wasn’t a part of the old curriculum. Computer

coding, FNMI history and relevance and mental health education are all new and very relevant for our kids. Our students are quite clear in terms of wanting to be taught material that is authentic and relevant. We’ve heard that loud and clear during focus groups that we’ve had with our students. We all learn better when we know that what we’re learning is pertinent to our lives”. LaPeare continued saying, “Although the ministry has

stated that there will be consultation taking place, we haven’t been told as a Board that we’ll be a specific part of it. I’m not sure how much consultation will affect the curriculum though, given the quick timeframe in which it’s being built”.


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found in our mouth, and feed off the sugars and starches from our diet when we eat or drink. This action causes the bacteria to colonize and reproduce, which in turn produces acid. This acid attacks the enamel surface of the tooth, thus creating tooth decay. When xylitol is present in the mouth, it directly interferes with the bacteria by starving it, which pre-vents it from forming acid in the mouth. Studies have shown that when used on a regular basis, xylitol reduces cavities by up

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A flavorful twist on a Sunday brunch staple

Sunday brunch is a great time for families to relax and catch up over a good meal. When hosting your next family brunch, go with an old favorite, such as the following recipe for “Golden Pecan Waffles With Warm Salted Caramel Sauce and Ba-nanas” from Betty Rosbottom’s “Sunday Brunch” (Chronicle Books), that’s sure to please.

Golden Pecan Waffles With Warm Salted Caramel Sauce and BananasServes 4 to 6

Warm Salted Caramel Sauce11/2 cups sugar3/4 cup water2/3 cup half-and-half4 tablespoons unsalted butter,

diced1/2 teaspoon fleur de sel3 ripe, but not soft, bananas, cut

into 1/2-inch slices

Golden Pecan Waffles13/4 cups all-purpose flour4 teaspoons sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt2 eggs2 cups buttermilk6 tablespoons unsalted butter,

melted and slightly cooled1 cup pecans, toasted and coarsely

chopped (see tip)

1. For the Warm Salted Caramel Sauce: Combine the sugar and water in a heavy, medium saucepan set over low heat, swirling the pan occasionally until the sug-ar dissolves. Raise the heat and boil, with-out stirring, until the mixture is syrupy and turns a rich golden brown, 6 to 8 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and slowly stir in the half-and-half. Be very careful because the mixture will bubble vigorous-ly. Whisk in the butter and then add the fleur de sel. (The caramel sauce can be prepared 2 days ahead; cool, cover and refrigerate. Reheat, stirring, over medium

heat.) Stir in the bananas. Cover and keep warm.2. For the Golden Pecan Waffles: Pre-

heat a waffle iron (and if you plan to hold the waffles until serving time, preheat the oven to 200 F).3. In a large bowl, stir together the flour,

sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk.4. Make a well in the dry ingredients and

pour in the egg mixture, blending gently only until the ingredients are combined. Add the butter in a slow stream, continu-ing to blend until the butter is incorpo-rated. Fold in the pecans.5. Pour 1/2 cup of the batter (or more,

depending on the size of your waffle iron) onto the waffle iron and, using a metal spatula or table knife, spread the batter

to within 1/2 inch of the edge. Close the cover and cook approximately 3 minutes, or until crisp and golden brown. (If your waffles aren’t crisp, even after a “ready signal” has sounded, continue to cook them, watching carefully, until crisp and golden. If not serving immediately, place the waffles in a single layer on a baking sheet in the preheated oven while you finish the remaining batter.)6. Serve waffles topped with several

spoonfuls of the Warm Caramel Sauce and bananas.Tip: To toast pecans, spread on a rimmed

baking sheet and place in a preheated 350 F oven until fragrant and lightly browned, 6 to 8 minutes. Watch carefully so the nuts do not burn. Remove and cool.

Reader RecipesThe Anchor Wants Your Recipes! Please submit your favorites to

[email protected]. We hope to publish a local cookbook at year end to share with the community.


How To Find The Help You NeedUnderstanding the community services available in Chestermere

By Michelle Young

Chestermere has long been thought of

for being a wealthy community. Resi-

dents all live in mansions, own boats and

live the life of luxury are common myths

about our city. The fact is that many

residents are in need of assistance when it

comes to finances, food, paying their bills

and many day-to-day things that some

take for granted.

Getting up the courage to admit that

help is needed is a huge step, and it is

therefore important that the resources

are easy to locate and that those in need

of assistance are helped in a professional

and timely fashion.

The Community Services Department of

the City of Chestermere operates a Com-

munity Resource Centre (CRC) that spe-

cifically supports those in need. Through

the CRC, members of the community can

have their needs assessed and receive

help with developing plans to support

them through tough times.

The CRC serves the areas of:

• Chestermere

• Conrich

• Delacour

• Dalroy

• Indus

• Langdon

When families or individuals find them-

selves struggling, the process should begin

with contacting the CRC through Com-

munity Services. An intake appointment

will be established where a member of

the team will listen and assess what help

is needed.

From there, they will reach out to other

resources to connect the pieces to help

the individual or family.

There are tools and resources in place

should an emergency intake be required,

the dedicated community services team

ensures that those needing assistance get

what they need in a timely and discreet

manner.

The Chestermere Regional Food Bank

works closely with the CRC. All refer-

rals to the Chestermere Regional Food

Bank are done through the CRC and both

organizations have seen an increase in

clients since the economic downturn hit

Alberta.

One important observation that both

organizations are noticing is that people

are often unaware of the services and

help available in Chestermere and how to

start the process. “We want to make sure

that people know how they can get help

and where to start”, says Danielle Fermin,

Family and Community Services Coordi-

nator, Community Services.

You can contact the Community Re-

source Centre at (403) 207-7079.


Bandy AboutYour intrepid liquor reporter has been giddy

with anticipation for months, waiting for a new craft brewery in Calgary to finally throw open its doors.

It all started when I got a sneak peek of Banded Peak Brewing back in March at the Calgary Beerfest, and could not get enough of their Plainsbreaker Pale Ale.

Indeed, I was like a little kid in a candy store, dashing from booth babe to booth babe, gorg-ing myself on the hoppy goodness. With more than 500 different beers from 100 different brewers available for sampling, it was truly the mecca that your humble narrator makes a pilgrimage to every year.

I pined away for a few months, longing to sip the golden nectar pouring from the stainless steel teats at their still-under-construction brew-ery and tap room, and finally got the chance when they threw open the doors at the end of May.

Banded Peak Brewing has a taproom attached to the brewery in the Manchester Industrial Park in Calgary, just minutes from downtown, on 34 Avenue off Macleod Trail. Drive through downtown, and turn east off Macleod Trail after the cemetery, and you will find the brewery a few blocks in. Let’s hope there is no zombie uprising, or the long-term residents of cemetery hill will take up all the seats in the taproom!

The brewery is named after Banded Peak, the distinctive mountain in Kananaskis with a band of steep cliffs circling the top of the mountain, giving it a visible band of black rock just below the snow-covered summit.

Founded by a trio of born-and-bred Calgary lads who loved mountain culture, Banded Peak Brewing is the perfect après-ski refreshment in the winter, or a welcome burst of frosty refresh-ment after a long hike in the summer. Most of their brews are made in the styles of

the Pacific Northwest, taking inspiration from the pioneering beer fiends of Portland and Seat-tle to produce beer that bursts with floral hops and flavourful yeasts. There are three flagship brews at the moment, with plans to increase

the lineup to ten over the next year.

With nearly 75% of the hops in North America grown in the Pacific Northwest states of Oregon and Washington, Banded Peak is boldly blend-ing from the best hops our continent has to offer, with impressive results.

Lacking a bottling line in their small brewery, the beer is available from their taproom in tall-boy cans, as well as in giant-sized 1-litre cans, affectionately nicknamed “The Canimal”. You can even get 2-litre growler fills onsite at the brewery, and at a few retail liquor stores that have growler refill stations.

The Plainsbreaker Hopped Wheat Ale is an unfiltered brew with tropical notes on the tongue from the exotic yeasts, and late-addition hops providing aromatics without too much bitterness. This is their most popular brew, and is appreciated by beer nerds and macrobrew drinkers alike.

The Summit Seeker IPA is a quintessential North American IPA, with hints of fresh pine on the nose, and robust hop bitterness for the IPA fans. While most IPA is pale yellow, the Summit Seeker is a deep amber from a unique strain of local barley, which provides a solid malt back-bone to balance the Oregon hops.

The Chinook Saison is perhaps the most interesting, made in the style of a Belgian Farmhouse Ale, with spicy yeasts and an earthy finish, your humble narrator went through more than a few pints on a sunny patio last week.

Your intrepid liquor reporter has long main-tained a love-hate relationship with Saison beer, if only because there is so much variation with-in the style. Saison is like my libidinous college girlfriend who was also slightly insane, because you never know what you’re going to get from day to day. Fortunately, the Chinook Saison does not go full-Belgian with weird yeasts and oddball adjuncts, leaving a simple and refresh-ing sessionable ale that is a perfect patio beer.

Banded Peak Brewing has only been in opera-tion for a few months, but they are already appearing on tap in the normal places that beer nerds tend to congregate. You can also visit the taproom Thursdays to Sundays to enjoy straight from the source, or get a growler fill at progres-sive booze merchants like 5 Vines or Oak & Vine in Calgary

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Howdy Chestermere! I hope you are enjoying the craziness that is Stampede Week. You may have decided to escape the festivities but for me it’s been Stam-pede all day every day! I know it may sound a little goofy but it is so much fun, and we get to meet so many of you while we are out and about. We hope to see, or to have seen you at some of the many events around Chestermere. The weather has been behaving so far, not that a little rain has ever slowed this cowgirl down! During the business of stampede break-fasts, lunches, and other meetings, we also attended the Trans Mountain Pipeline town hall discussion that was held at the Telus Convention Centre on July 7, 2016 which was interesting and concerning all at the same time. Many proponents of the Trans Mountain Pipeline project came to speak for the project, and a few who were concerned with the safety and the environmental impacts of this needed piece of national infrastructure. The premise of this town hall was to find out from the public whether or not the NEB had adequately consulted with first nations peoples and the general public regarding the pipeline. The original Trans Mountain Pipeline has operated safely since1953, and the terminal in Edmon-ton has been recently expanded. This pipeline carries both refined products and crude to terminals and refineries in B.C,

as well as American refineries in Washing-ton, California, and the Gulf Coast. Twin-ning the pre-existing pipeline will increase the capacity from 300,000 barrels per day to 890,000 barrels per day. This pro-ject would create approximately 16,000 construction jobs, and 37,000 direct and indirect jobs. Only 11% of the new build is a new right of way construction. The NEB is a world class arms length body that determines whether or not a project of this magnitude is in the best interest of our country. To our disappointment not only has the NEB been trashed as a sham, but both our federal and provin-cial governments politicized this process, created fear in Canadians, and called into question the safety of our transportation pipelines. Consultation is key, and if we as a nation did not do our due diligence in engaging with First Nations, then we will solve this by improving the process and following through. The energy sector is crying out to have these regulations solidified and want to build the best, saf-est and most efficient pipeline they can. They want to do right by all Canadians, and when the NEB, after an evidence based and apolitical process sensitive to both economic and environmental fac-tors, determined this pipeline was in the national interest and approved it with 157 conditions, by all rights it should have been moved forward without further government interference. The Shale oil and gas revolution in the

USA has turned our only consumer into our competitor. Without access to tide-water we are forced to sell to our Ameri-can friends at a discount of about $14/bbl. Without the discount the additional 590,000 bbl/day from the Trans Mountain expansion translates to over $8 million dollars a day, or over $3 BILLION dollars a year. This revenue would be shared by industry and our provincial and federal governments. That’s a lot of jobs, roads, schools and hospitals my friends. As al-ways, we love to hear from you.

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The Summer Farmer’ Market at the Rec. Centre EVERY Thursday 4-7 And Saturdays 10-2pm Hutterites will be at the market with

Fresh Baked Bread, Whole Chickens, Tons of garden Veggies Ukrainian Fine Foods serving hot and cold food so come down and eat. Sugar Creek Popcorn and Cot-ton Candy,Face Painter, Leggings, Tupperware, Norwex, Birdhouse Kits, Green house and many more.If you want to be a vendor please email [email protected]

Alberta Approved Chestermere AG Society Farmers’ Market. Something for everyone. Home made crafts, home baked sweets and treats, homegrown veggies, fruits and plants. Plus fun activities for the kids. EVERY Saturday

June 4- October 1 from 9:30 am - 2:00 pm beside the lake @the public library parking lot. ( 105 Marina Road). Send any inquiries to [email protected] or visit our Facebookpage for updates.

Night market on July 15th: Rec. Centre Night Market 201 West Chestermere Drive 5-9pm Food Trucks, Ice Cream, Face Painting Music and lots of fun vendors Barefood books, Card Reader, GemStones, Minky Blankets, Leggings, BC Fruits. And many more.

Chestermere In Bloom is underway. Front yards have been transformed into a perfusion of color. You can recognize all the hard work by nominating a neighbor, friend or even yourself for the nicest front yard. Go to the City of Chestermere web-site and click on the link “ Chestermere In Bloom”. Fill out the nomination form and forward it to [email protected]. You can also fill out nomination forms at City Hall and Public Works. Your name could be randomly drawn to win a gift certificate. Chestermere In Bloom runs from June 1st to August 5th.This year we are also recognizing the nicest front yard of the week. Look for weekly winners in the Anchor.

Block Party Gathering Celebrating Eid the end of Ramadan.Saturday, July 16th from 1-6 pm. Lakeside Greens Crescent will be blocked off.

Invite your friends and family, including an open invitation to both Syrian and Fort Mac refugees that are currently settled in our community. For more information, contact Halima 403-975-8786 or Rebecca 403-618-7578

Fountain Tire is celebrating its 60th anniversary on July 27, and you’re invited! Come and join in the festivities as part of the Open Road Cinema tour. At this free, fun-filled event, there will be festivities, activities, and more – including a screening of a family friendly movie! Claim your FREE ticket to the Open Road Cinema Tour stop in Calgary by registering at: https://www.picatic.com/calgaryAB*You only need one ticket per vehicle - pack in as many people as you have seat

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The Board of Directors for Chestermere Area Youth and Community Development So-ciety A/O Synergy announced today the launch of their new website www.yoursynergy.ca. SYNERGY will no longer using the URL www.truesynergy.ca. “It is a sign of progress that SYNERGY has outgrown our original website. As a Not-for-

Profit agency whose vision is to engage and empower community leaders, we recognize the importance of providing the most current resource information possible.” said Patty Sproule, Executive DirectorCreated by Market Grade’s Design Axis Team, www.yoursynergy.ca is beautifully re-

designed for a better online experience and includes new features such as an event calendar, volunteer posting page and online donation by pay pal. This website will improve the way the public can learn about Synergy’s various programs, events and workshops. Synergy invites the public to participate in the “Catch the Glitch” contest. To partici-

pate, scan through the www.yoursynergy.ca and submit any website glitches, typos or old content to the email [email protected]. The person who catches the most “glitches” will receive a $50 gift certificate to The Waiting Room Café. This contest commences today and will end on July 18th. The winner will be contacted shortly after that.

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Send a Star of HOPE to Fort McMurrayThe City of Chestermere partners with U.S. Stars of HOPE program to bring inspiration to Fort McMurray’s rebuilding process

Submitted by: City of Chestermere

July 11, 2016– For immediate release

Chestermere, AB –When a community faces a disaster, as happened in Fort Mc-Murray, they often receive a great deal of media attention during the first few weeks of the devastation. Yet after the camera crews pack up, there are still months or years of cleaning and recovery. To inspire hope for all in Fort McMurray

who face the daunting task of rebuilding, the City of Chestermere is participating in a program called ‘Stars of HOPE.’Stars of HOPE was started in 2007 by a

Texas family who had received support following a disaster and decided to pay it forward by having students paint inspira-tional words and messages on colourful wooden stars and send them to display in communities impacted by disasters. Donelda Laing, Chestermere’s Director

of Community Services and Emergency Social Services, connected with one of the organizers of the Stars of HOPE organiza-tion at a disaster forum earlier this year. Following the devastation in Fort McMur-ray, she asked if Chestermere could be one of the first Canadian partners in this

program. The offer was eagerly accepted and a kit of blank stars arrived in Chestermere last week.“Many Southern Alberta

residents have faced their own disasters and have recovered. Even here in Chestermere, we have come so far since the flooding a year ago,” says Laing. “While we recognize that the Fort McMurray fire is one of the largest and costliest disasters in Canadian history, through the Stars of HOPE program we want to pass on encouragement that rebuild-ing is possible and we are still standing with the community.”Chestermere’s youth group

and Early Childhood program have begun decorating some stars for Fort McMurray but invite all residents to participate and share their messages of inspiration. While posting a painted star may seem like a small act, brightly painted messages of encouragement have a big impact in areas full of colourless rubble. A survivor from Hurricane Sandy was

quoted saying “The first time I saw some stars, I smiled. The second time, I stopped to read them. The next time, I found myself looking for them and excited to see new ones. That was the moment I realized your beautiful stars became my focus instead of the destruction that was once our beautiful life. Thank you for the beauty you are bringing back to us.”Stars will be available at Chestermere

City Hall during the week of July 12-15 giving Chestermere residents a positive way to reflect on the flood that impacted their community one year ago. “Please take a moment to stop by and

share a message of hope with residents who have lost so much. You never know how far a little kindness can go,” says Laing. For more information visit www.

chestermere.ca or call (403) 207-7050.

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Next time you are out on the range just watch how many people are so quick to take that look to see where the ball is going. Here’s some tips to help you “stay down” and avoid one of the most common mistakes in golf.

TIPS FOR “STAYING DOWN” THROUGH YOUR SHOT

1. Be conscious of the fact that it is only natural that you want to see where the ball is going and that you MUST concentrate to stay down just a fraction of a second longer than you would like or believe you have to.

2. Stay down long enough so that you SEE the club strike the ball.

3. Practice hitting balls without lifting your head. Stay down watching where the ball was for a full second after you have struck the ball. Remember to still get to a full finish position with your body while still keeping your head down and maintaining your spine angle.

4. These tips also apply to your chips and putting as well!

Try these tips out and be aware of this common fault. Skulled chip shots and mishit putts are usually a result of “peeking”.

Fix this common fault, stay down longer and you will strike the ball more solidly and perhaps get rid of that nasty slice and...... play YOUR best golf!

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UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE CHESTERMERE REC CENTRE

For more info call 403-272-7170 or email [email protected]

CRCA FALL RECREATION BROCHURE

Pick up your copy at the rec centre or email us to

get a copy!

CRCA SUMMER DAY CAMPS

July 4th – August 31st 6:30 AM TO 6:00 PM

Campers 6-12 yrs will enjoy arts, crafts, sports,

games, and outdoor activities.

NOW OFFERING DAILY CAMPS:

Join camp any day of the week (Mon—Fri).

Members $55.00/day NM $65.00/day

Pre-register at least one day in advance due to

limited space.

Weekly: Members $250/wk. or Non Members

$275/wk.

(Short weeks are prorated and payment plans avail-

able)

SUMMER DAYCAMP VOLUNTEER

OPPORTUNITIES Ages 14 +

We are looking for mature and enthusiastic vol-

unteers to assist at our summer camps. Help Day

Camp Leaders coordinate games, crafts, off-site

trips and other activities.

This is an opportunity to develop leadership,

teamwork and communication skills, enhance your

resume, have fun and meet new people?

Daycamps run Monday through Friday from 8:30

am – 4:30 pm so you can volunteer for part of the

day, the whole day or the whole week.

For more info or to apply for a volunteer position

with CRCA Summer Daycamps, please email recrea-

[email protected].

CRCA & JUNIOR CHAMPIONS SOCCER LEAGUE

CALGARY SUMMER SOCCER PROGRAM

Ages 4 – 8 yrs Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:30 –

8:00 pm July 5th – August 23rd

8 weeks/16 evenings / 24 hours of instruction!

Includes tshirt and water bottle!

First time offer: $160.00 for CRCA Members and

$185.00 for Non-members.

Register on line @ www.chestermerecra.com or at

the Rec Centre Main Office.

This program focuses on skill development and

game play and will raise your child’s confidence,

social interaction skills and inspire them to set goals

and achieve them.

Come down to the rec centre Tues or Thurs and

check it out! Late registrations can be prorated!

ENERGIZER NIGHT

Wed Sept 7th 6 – 8 pm Rec Centre Main Hall

An opportunity for clubs and organizations to share

information and take registrations for upcoming rec-

reational programs and services in Chestermere and

the surrounding area.

This will be free for all not for profit clubs and

organizations and $25/table for businesses and ser-

vices that fall in the “for profit” bracket! For more

info or to book your table please email recreation@

chestermerecrca.com

BIRTHDAY PARTY PACKAGES ARE NOW

AVAILABLE AT THE CHESTERMERE REC CENTRE

For all your event needs, contact Jocelyn at 403-

272-7170 or email [email protected]

Celebrating 55+ In Chestermere and Area, June 6-12. This year marks

the 30th anniversary of Seniors’ Week in Alberta. Enjoy a week of invigorating activities, energizing events and inspiring workshops throughout the City. Volunteer ambassadors are needed, so join in the fun. Call 403-272-1338.

The Rotary Club Of Chestermere Meets every Wednesday from 5:30 – 6:30pm at the

Chestermere Business Park #105, 100 Rainbow Road Everyone is welcome. Please email [email protected] for more information. Lakeside Quilters’ Guild Meeting each month at the Chestermere Recreation

Centre on the first Wednesday of each month. Sew days are on the third Wednesday of each month and a sew Saturday each month, excluding summer. Quilting experience not required, new members welcome. For more information please contact Marilyn at 403-540-3652.

The Walking Connection Thurs 1:30 pm Meet at the Waiting Room Café –

Suite 101, 288 Kinninburgh Blvd Why not join us for a ½ hour walk and a ½ hour coffee? It’s a great way to connect with other people in your community, im-prove your mental health and to get some fresh air and gentle exercise.There is no charge but coffee is at your own expense.For more info call 403 365-5400 ext 2 or email [email protected]

Chestermere Running Group Come run with a group! We run together twice a

week, Tuesdays at 7pm and Saturdays at 9am. This is an easy 5km group run for all levels, we won’t leave anyone behind! If you can run 5k, you are good to go! We meet at the north end of John Peake Park - the side closer to city hall. Join the Chestermere Runners group on Facebook to sign up so we know you are coming.

The Chestermere Lions Club Meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month, September to June at Mountain View Funeral home on 17th Ave SE and Garden Rdat 7pm. Check out our website at e-clubhouse.org/

sites/Chestermere/ or email us for more information at [email protected]

Chestermere Lakeside Kruzers Car Club We meet every Tues. @ 6.30pm in Safeway Lot.

See us on Facebook. Contact Roy 403 285 8309 [email protected]

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REGULAR PROGRAMS:

CARPET BOWLING - Mondays and Wednesdays – 1:00pm QUILTING - Thursdays 9:30am, everyone is welcome. Come share in making “Comfort Quilts.” The quilts are donated to the RCMP & Victims Services. FITNESS FOR SENIORS – Fridays, 11:00am, FIT2AGE: the focus is strength and balance. This is a drop-in class so come when you can. For further information, please contact the Whitecapper Office. MONDAY AFTERNOON BRIDGE – 1:00pm Everyone welcome!FRIDAY EVENING GAMES - 6:30pm - There will be shuffleboard, pool and many other games available. Contact Marilyn Conrad 403-248-1998 for further details.SATURDAY MORNING COFFEE -10:00–11:30am -Enjoy a visit, share some laughs! Drop in and find out about the Whitecappers’ Association, a great opportunity to get your membership! All are welcome!MEMBERSHIP – To renew or obtain, please call 403-235-2117. Leave a message and your call will be returned.POOL – Fridays at 2:00pm – See you there!

EVENTS:

Saturday, July 16 – STAMPEDE BREAKFAST – 9.00AM. Come and join us for Pancakes, Sausage and Entertainment. Come hear Miriam Dreher/Coulter, yodeler and singer! Tuesday, July 26th - POT LUCK SUPPER - 4:30pm doors open. Bring a favorite main dish, salad or dessert. Wine + beer available for purchase before and after 5:30 dinner.

Wednesday, August 17 – 6:00pm – STAGE WEST – “Legends of Rocky and Roll” ! Cost: $51.45. Sign up at the Whitecapper Facility by July 19th!

Sunday, August 21 – 10.30 am – STAGE WEST – “Legends of Rock and Roll” Cost $51.45 Sign up at the Facility by July 28th

We have a new Host/Co-coordinator working at the office!Drop by on Mon, Wed or Fridays to meet Karen McKee!

PICKLE-BALL

Held @Rec. Centre Main Hall Tuesdays + Thursdays, 11:45am-1:45pm Pay only for the times you attend. For more info., contact

Vicki [email protected]

Whitecappers’ office hours: Tuesdays, 1:00-3:00pm Address: 201B West Chestermere Drive (South end of the Rec. Centre)

Office phone # 403-235-2117 (if we aren’t there, please leave a message)

Whitecappers’ Office hoursTuesdays, 1:00-3:00pm

Address: 201B West Chestermere Drive (South end of the Rec. Centre)

Office phone # 403-235-2117 (if we aren’t there, please leave a message)

Thank you! The Library wishes to thank everyone for your support for our Canada Day Used Book Sale.

Summer Reading Program Registration is openJoin us this summer for lots of fun and chances to win great prizes. All SRP programs are drop-in and free however there are a couple that require pre-registration in order to save your spot. Register for Mad Sci-ence – Bugs! (event date July 28) or the Reptile Party (event date August 22) at http://www.chestermerepubliclibrary.com/summerreading .Programs & Events:Tuesday July 19 2:00pm SRP – Family Movie 3:00-4:00pm Special Storytime in Langdon (see below)Wednesday July 20 2:30-3:00pm Meet me @ A Park Library StorytimeRainbow Creek School Park at 285 West Creek Drive, ChestermereThursday July 21 7:00-8:00pm SRP – Spring CraftSaturday July 23 9:30am-2:00pm Alberta Approved Farmers’ Market – Library parking lot

Chestermere AG Society Farmers’ Market 2016 Every Saturday 9:30am-2:00pm until October 1Home Made - Home Baked - Home Grown. Join us in the Library parking lot for this Alberta Approved Farmers` Market.

Langdon Summer Drop-In Program Storytime Tuesdays, 3:00-4:00pm July 19 & 26The Library will be at the Langdon Field House/Field for special story-times this summer in conjunction with Synergy’s “Langdon Summer Drop-In Program” activities. Go to www.truesynergy.ca/langdon-summer-drop-in for more details.

Stories to Go! Tuesday, July 26, 10:15amJoin us for special storytimes at Waiting Room Café, 101, 288 Kinniburgh Blvd. Meet Me at A Park Chestermere Public Library is participating in ParentLink’s Meet Me at A Park this summer with special storytimes. More information can be found on Kidz 1st Network Parent Link Centre’s website at www.chestermere.ca/plcprograms and on our Facebook page.

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Here’s the Buzz About Honey in Chestermere!Jen Peddlesden Chestermere Ag Society Red Ribbon

CoordinatorThere is lot of chatter about bees and honey here in

Chestermere. First, you can raise bees now in our fair city. And because of that enlightened change to the by- laws which allows hobby beekeeping, the Chestermere Honey Bee Society is actively promoting and supporting this valuable agricultural and nutritious endeavour. Join them and find out more at their Society here https://www.facebook.com/chestermerehoneybeesociety/?fref=ts . Attend their event on the evening of August 9th with horticulturist Lyndon Penner—a ‘Sweeter, Greener Chestermere’. Second, the Chestermere Agricultural Society has

embraced promoting bee keeping and honey produc-tion in Chestermere by looking to holding a major honey competition every year, starting with the yearly Red Ribbon Competition September 9th / 10th with three categories, light, dark and creamed. The Ag Society is looking toward a provincial, maybe even national, honey competition in the future. Alongside this, the Ag Society under Andrea Fleming and Jerry Gautreau, are work-ing to start Honey Bee 4-H for local youngsters to learn about honey and hobby beekeeping—contact them via [email protected] if your children are interested. For anyone keen on raising bees contact the Honey Bee Society, but if you just love to eat it, then the Saturday Chestermere Ag Society (sanctioned) Farmer’s Market is where you should be. There is honey for sale every Saturday at the Chestermere Library parking lot

10am to 2pm. And finally, the Chestermere Country Fair Red Ribbon/

Ag Society is pleased to welcome the Calgary and District Beekeepers Association with their every popular interac-tive display (curling rink 10am to 3pm Saturday Sep-tember 10th)—come and see if you can find the Queen Bee! Bakers and honey aficionados are encouraged to enter the Best Baked With Honey Competition with your best honeyed baking to take home the first place ribbon and a special prize. Entries, either honey or your best baking, come in September 9th. Pick up a Country Fair Booklet at locations in Chestermere or download it from the Chestermere Country Fair Facebook page for details https://www.facebook.com/ChestermereCountryFair/

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Horoscope - Salome's StarsWEEK OF July 18, 2016

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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You’re not Sheepish when it comes to asserting your opinions on what you think is right or wrong. Be assured that you’re being heard, and something positive will follow.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Your sense of justice makes it difficult not to speak up about a recurring mat-ter involving a co-worker. But, once again, you need facts to back you up before you can act.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Romance is still dominant, and if Cupid misfired before, don’t worry. He’ll take better aim at someone new this time around. Expect favorable news about a financial matter.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) The zodiac’s Moon Children can expect things to work out pretty much as planned. One negative note involves a minor relation-ship problem that suddenly turns serious.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) You’re suddenly being asked to make choices between two practically equal offers. Which one to choose? Easy. The one most likely to glad-den your Lion’s heart.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Once again, you’re confronted by a workplace problem you thought you’d already resolved. This time, you might need to go higher up to find a just resolution.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Good for you:

You’re determined to stick with your goals and ignore those naysayers who might try to discourage you. You’re on the right track. The challenge now is to stay on it.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) You’ll soon get news that is supposed to help you with a troublesome situation. Use your sharp Scorpion instincts to determine if the information is reliable.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) If you learn someone has betrayed your trust, don’t just accept it and walk away. You need to know why that person decided to do what he or she did.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) A painful family relationship problem could finally begin to heal. Be prepared to show more flexibility than you might like. But it could be worth it.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) It’s a good idea to enhance your career skills so you’ll be prepared to accept a more responsible position when it’s offered. A friend returns a favor just when you need it.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Show that strong, steely backbone that you usually hide, and demand to be included in any family decision-making that could affect the well-being of a loved one.

BORN THIS WEEK: You can be happy being alone at home. But you also love exploring the world outside and meeting new people and sharing new ideas.

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