Announcements

A Message from COSPA (The Calgary Outdoor Swimming Pools Association)

SWIMMING LESSONS ARE BACK — REGISTRATION OPENS APRIL 14!

Calgary’s outdoor pools are gearing up for another great summer. The Calgary Outdoor Swimming Pools Association (COSPA) is offering swimming lessons, drop-in swims, and programs at 8 pools across the city this season.

Here’s what you need to know:

• April 11: Program listings go live at cospa.ca — browse available lessons, create your account, and plan your summer
• April 14: Registration Day — sign up for swimming lessons (spots fill quickly!)
• Mid-June: Pool season begins
• Programs available for all ages and skill levels

Visit cospa.ca to learn more and get ready to register!

A Message from the City of Calgary – Waste & Recycling Services

Household Hazardous Waste: Free Drop-Off in Calgary

Did you know the City of Calgary offers free Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) drop-off sites at 11 convenient locations across the city? There’s no cost to use these locations, and they’re designed to be quick, easy, and safe for residents.

HHW includes everyday household items that should not go in your blue, green, or black cart, such as:

• paints and stains
• batteries
• cleaners
• automotive fluids and chemicals

Placing these items in your carts can increase the chance of fires, toxic fumes, and serious harm in our homes and our community. Taking HHW to a proper drop-off site helps keep everyone safe while protecting the environment.

Before throwing something away, take a moment to check if it’s hazardous—and bring it to an HHW drop-off site instead.

To find a drop-off location near you, visit calgary.ca/HHW.

*This program is for residential drop-off only

A Message from Calgary Police Service

I am contacting your community to inform you of a spiked crime trend that is affecting Calgary.

In the last 60 days there has been a significant increase in Catalytic converter thefts from vehicles. District 3 alone, has experienced 28 reported incidents of catalytic converter thefts and we believe there are more reported incidents in waiting to be uploaded to CopLogic (there is a backlog). We also suspect there may be some unreported thefts as well. This crime involves criminals using a power tool (usually an angle grinder) to saw off the catalytic converter from underneath a vehicle. Our crime analyst has identified the communities of Hounsfield Heights and St. Andrews Heights (west side parking lot of McMahon stadium) as hot spots for this theft within the district, although the spike is a city-wide crime trend.

Citizens are encouraged to report suspicious activity and to continue to report any incidents online. If anyone is witnessing a theft in progress or soon after, please encourage them to call 911 immediately. Please share and reiterate crime prevention tips associated with vehicle theft. I have provided a link below for reference. I would also add that citizens are encouraged to park their vehicles in their garage (if available) overnight.

https://www.calgarypolice.ca/public-safety/crime-prevention/travel-and-vehicle-safety/preventing-vehicle-theft-and-break-ins.html

Our reports indicate the following:

• Thefts are most likely to occur between 3:00am – 4:00am, 8:00am – 9:00am, 2:00pm – 3:00pm and 10:00pm – 11:00pm; and
• Most targeted vehicles are:

1. Mitsubishi RVR (2012-2024 models)
2. Honda Element (2004-2010 models)
3. Honda CRV (2003-2004 models)
4. Honda Accord (2006 model).

Our CRO team is working to minimize this trend within District 3.

Regards,

Cst. Bryan North #5009 | District 3 Community Resource Office

Calgary Police Service | 4303 14 St NW, Calgary, AB

pol5009@calgarypolice.ca

A Message from the City of Calgary – Waste & Recycling Services

Heads up! Weekly green cart collection resumes starting the week of April 21.  

 Blue carts will continue to be picked up every week and black carts will continue to be picked up every other week.

 Did you know that The City provides free reminders for your blue, black and green cart pick-up days?

All you need to do is sign up! When it’s time to put your carts out for collection, we’ll send you a reminder. When you sign up, you will get:

• instant access to your pick-up schedule,
• notifications about any changes to your collection schedule and,
• useful tips for using your blue, green and black carts.

It’s easy!

Option 1: Go to calgary.ca/reminders

• Type your address in search box to view your collection days.
• Click on ‘Get a reminder’ to receive your preferred method. Choose to be notified by email, calendar or phone, either the day before or the day of your collection.

Option 2: Download the Garbage Day App onto your phone

• Available on the App Store or Google Play.
• Set notifications to remind you of your cart collection days.

Never miss another cart collection day again.

Our Little Food Library Needs Your Love ❤

It is hard to believe that soon the Brentwood Little Food Library will have been providing a barrier-free food support in Brentwood at 3624 Boulton Rd NW for six years!

Thank-you for your amazing support!

Times continue to be very tough for many Calgarians; Liza reports seeing many new clients in need and that people are struggling.

Our Little Food Library Needs Your ❤.

Drop a food donation ANYTIME in the box beside the door 3624 Boulton Rd NW or making a monetary donation so that we can purchase more food.

Non-perishables, fresh bread, gift cards to purchase food or cash are welcome. Text 403.606.6949 to arrange pickup of cash, gift cards or to ask about perishables. One item makes a difference! Recent short fall in bread.

Non-perishables Items things like:

• Canned Beans with or without pork
• Dry beans, lentils or chickpeas
• Macaroni and cheese
• Rice
• Insta Noodles
• Cereal, Oatmeal
• Pasta and sauce
• Canned fish or meat
• Peanut butter
• Powdered milk
• Soup – Instant / Canned
• Canned fruit or vegetables
• Granola bars, nuts, dried fruit
• Baby food or baby formula
• Juice boxes or other items for school lunches

Could you check your pantry for items you won’t use or that are close to best before date?

Need Help?
Call 211 – resources in Calgary Food, Shelter, Mental Health Resources

Calgary Food Bank Hamper # 403-253-2055

City of Calgary Food Map

A Message from the Development and Transportation Committee

Great opportunity to get fit and be a part of a great group of men.

What is F3: F3 started in 2011 in Charlotte, North Carolina and has grown worldwide with 3,400+ scheduled workouts each week, 3 in Calgary, through the efforts of men whose lives have been changed by their involvement with F3. The three Fs stand for Fitness, Fellowship and Faith. F3 Fitness does not promote any specific religion or faith. It’s a fitness organization for men that focuses on Fitness, Fellowship, and Faith, where “Faith” is defined as a belief in something bigger than oneself, rather than a specific religious doctrine. Definitely a low-key part of the NW Calgary group, “We just wanted to encourage fitness and create connections. All that’s asked is that people come out and have fun.”

Curious about F3 contact 780-863-3934, Calgary Signup https://www.f3calgary.com/subscribe, Reddit F3 Chain here

Mondays 5:30am-6:15am – Nose Hill, Brisebois Parking lot. Mondays are walks in the park or jogs; alternates each week

Tuesday/Thursday – 5:30am-6:15am  @ 2019 Chicoutimi Dr

Saturday 6:30am-7:30am @ 2019 Chicoutimi Dr