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Banff Trail Community Association2115 - 20 Avenue NWCalgary, AB, T2M 1J1Phone: 403.282.2234contact@banff trailcommunity.cawww.banff trailcommunity.ca

Bike to Work Day 5

It’s Happening in Banff Trail 8

The scoop on dog poop 10

Calgary Wildlife 11

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Banff Trail Community Association

BOARD MEETINGSare on the � rst Wednesday of

every month from 7:00pm-9:00 pm

Next meetings are April 6, May 4, June 1, July 6, Aug 3, 7-9pm

See you there!

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Have questions about Hall rentals or availability?

Contact our Hall Manager Eileen Arthur at 403-282-2234 or e-mail her at: hallmanager@

ban� trailcommunity.ca.

O� ce hours are Tuesday and Thursday 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.

Banff Trail Community Association

2115 – 20 Avenue NW • T2M 1J1• 403 282-2234

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MEMBERSHIPSCommunity memberships are available at

$10 for single, $15 for family and household, and $25 for businesses Membership

year is March 1 to February28Pay by PayPal online at www.ban� trailcommunity.ca

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STAY CONNECTED WITH BANFF TRAIL:

Check out the Banff Trail Babysitting Co-op at our next monthly social gathering. For more information about how families swap babysitting time as needed/available, and how parents enjoy a monthly evening of wine, snacks and chit-chat, contact our Coordinator Elena Rhodes at 403-202-4762 or email rhodese2013@gmail.com. Go to www.banfftrailcommunity.ca for more information.

Check out the Banff Trail Babysitting Co-op at our next

PresidentBarry Clement president@ban� trailcommunity.ca Vice-President Heather Spicer vicepresident@ban� trailcommunity.ca Treasurer Incoming treasurer@ban� trailcommunity.caSecretary Gianna Cassell secretary@ban� trailcommunity.ca

Hall Maintenance 403 246-2232Alfred Wright Planning & Development Rob Hirsch development@ban� trailcommunity.caCommunications Committee 403-809-5036Louise Brisson communications@ban� trailcommunity.caPrograms & Special Events VACANTHall Manager 403 282-2234Eileen Arthur hallmanager@ban� trailcommunity.ca

Memberships 403 454-7369Natasha Freedman memberships@ban� trailcommunity.caSoccer Coordinator Karen France soccer@ban� trailcommunity.ca Howler Editor howlereditor@ban� trailcommunity.ca

Mike Legge 403-870-0185 Llyal Grummett 403-284-3622Chris Van Egmond 403-289-0216Jeanette Monti 403-289-4321John Bannerman 403-616-1747

IN & AROUNDCALGARY

Pet parrots can eat virtually any common

“people-food” except for chocolate and avocados.

Both of these are highly toxic to the parrot and can be fatal.

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BTCA Membership FormName: ________________________________________ Spouse: _______________________________________Address: _____________________________________________________________________________________ Postal Code: _____________________ Phone: ___________________________ Fax: _________________Email: _______________________________________Children under age 18: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

I am interested in volunteering with the community association: • Newsletter • Social Functions • Sports • Fund-raising • Maintenance • Other (please specify): _______________________________________________________________________

The rates for Ban� Trail Community Association membership are:• Single $10 • Family & Household $15 • Business $25

Please mail your application form toBTCA 2115 20 Avenue NW T2M 1J1

Make cheques payable to the Ban� Trail Community AssociationPhone 403 454-7369 for more information

The Ban� Trail Community Association is in need of volunteers to help with projects and

events throughout the year

We encourage everyone in the community to become more involved. Even if you are a short term resident you can be an engaged

member of our thriving community.

We need more help so please get involved!

Contact Llyal 403-651-1019

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RIGHTWAY PLUMBING AND HEATING: Has been happily serving the Ban� Trail area with quality work happy clients and fair pricing; with second generation experience, there is no job we can’t handle. Furnaces, softeners, garbura-tors, appliances, humidi� ers, faucets, water heat-ers, bathroom renos and gas lines also! Installed with great warranties. Call 403-968-6630.

CONCRETE CUTTING FOR BASEMENT WINDOWS, DOORS & FLOORS: New openings or enlarge-ments cut into foundation for basement win-dows and doors. Enlarge your existing basement windows to meet � re code for bedrooms, from cutting basement windows, doorways to supply and install quality windows, window-well, weep-ing-tile, core drilling, excavation and anything concrete cutting. Call 403-570-0555 or text 403-680-0611. Email: info@asapconcretecutting.com.

HOME BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY: Clinicair is the leading provider of Indoor Air Quality and Medi-cal Grade Duct Cleaning services in Canada. We are looking for a dealer in Calgary to represent our growing company. We o� er 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� ict coaching service that can help you resolve problems and restore peace! We help neighbours be neighbours again! www.communitymediation.ca, 403-269-2707.

DETAILED HOUSE CLEANING: Weekly, bi-week-ly and monthly. Also move in and move out. Li-censed, insured and bonded. We work according to our clients’ needs. Call 403-470-6548.

YARDBUSTERSLANDSCAPING.COM: Weekly lawn mowing $36, power-rake $100, aeration $50. 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 fea-tures and decks and fences. Licensed. Insured. Seniors discount. Phone: 403-265-4769.

WATCH LIVE ON YOUR TV: Observation Nest Birdhouse. Ideal for Chickadees and Nuthatches. Internal high resolution camera with night vision, close up lens, includes 30m cable. Valuable learn-ing opportunity while having fun! Re-usable next spring. Installation available for spring nesting 2016. Contact us for more information 403-797-2468 or www.sunsetchickadees.com.

TLC CLEANING: Over 18 years experience in the business! TLC Cleaning is a small and per-sonalized cleaning company. Licensed, insured, bonded, and WCB covered for your piece of mind. Excellent rates and references, environmentally friendly options too. Let us put a little TLC into your home! Free estimates; please call Carol at 403-614-8522.

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APRIL MOON CALENDARLast QuarterApril 29

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IT’S HAPPENINGIN BANFF TRAIL

Remember, www.Ban� TrailCommunity.ca is the place to look for short-notice events and more Community info. Check out our event calendar and interactive community map! We are also on Facebook now too: https://www.facebook.com/Ban� TrailCommunity

Tai Chi Classes – Wednesday nights 7-8 p.m.Wednesday nights from 7-8 at the hall. A great way to relax and meet people. Feel free to just show up – wear clothes you can move in! $50 only for community members for 10 sessions.

Zumba® with Andrea - Every Monday 7:30-8:30pm and Wednesdays 8:15-9:15pm. Drop-ins welcome. Monthly Passes available. For up-to-date schedule and fees please check out http://andreadawe.zumba.com or contact Andrea at andreadawe.zumba@gmail.com Come join the party and dance yourself � t! No experi-ence necessary!

Qigong is back on Mondays from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Karate and Kobudo – Tuesday and Thursday nights 8 – 9 p.m.

Classes available for all ages. More information can be found at: www.shinshikan.com

Yoga Classes & WorkshopsA great way to enjoy the bene� ts of yoga and have fun too!

Improve strength, coordination, posture and balance; increase your energy level and � exibility; enjoy greater vitality.

The All Levels class takes place on Thursdays from 7 - 8 p.m., and the Gentle Yoga class is held on Tuesdays from 10 - 11 a.m. For more information or to regis-ter, please contact Margau at 403-585-0043 or email yogamarg@telus.net. Ask about our monthly yoga workshops too!

Ban� Trail Ladies’ AuxiliaryMeets at the Hall the � rst Thursday of every month at 10 a.m.

Wednesday Afternoon Crib ClubEvery Wednesday from 12:30 – 3 p.m.

New Players Welcome! Join a lively group of seniors en-joying 9 - 12 tables of crib each week. Two crib tourna-ments each year and several Pot Luck Luncheons each year.

Feel free to drop by and join in the fun.

Check out the website or the Facebook page for more up-to-date information.

Do you have an interesting story you think should be in The Howler? Know of someone living in Ban� Trail how deserves to be featured in our newsletter? How about photographs of our community? If you do please contact howlereditor@ban� trailcommunity.ca.

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DISCLAIMERThe opinions expressed within any published article, report or submission re� ect those of the author and should not be considered to re� ect those of the Ban� Trail Community Association and Great News Publishing. The information contained in this newsletter is believed to be accurate, but is not warranted to be so.

The Ban� Trail Community Association and Great News Publishing do not endorse any person or persons advertising in this newsletter. Publication of these ads should not be considered an endorsement of any goods or services.

ALL EMERGENCY CALLS 911Alberta Adolescent Recovery Centre 403.253.5250Alberta Health Care 403.310.0000AHS Addictions Hotline 1.866.332.2322ATCO Gas – 24 Hour Emergency 403.245.7222Calgary HEALTH LINK 24/7 811Calgary Police – Non Emergency 403.266.1234Calgary Women’s Emergency Shelter 403.234.7233Child Abuse Hotline 1.800.387.5437Kids Help Line 1.800.668.6868Child Safe Canada 403.202.5900Distress/Crisis Line 403.266.4357ENMAX – Power Trouble 403-514-6100Poison Centre - Alberta 1-800-332-1414HOSPITALS / URGENT CAREAlberta Children’s Hospital 403.955.7211Foothills Hospital 403.944.1110Peter Lougheed Centre 403.943.4555Rockyview General Hospital 403.943.3000Sheldon M. Chumir Health Centre 403.955.6200South Calgary Urgent Care Health Centre 403.943.9300South Health Campus 403.956.1111OTHERCalgary Humane Society 403.205.4455Calgary Parking Authority 403.537.7000SeniorConnect 403.266.6200Calgary Kerby Elder Abuse Line 403.705.3250Alberta One-Call Corporation 1.800.242.3447City of Calgary 311Kerby Centre for the 55 plus 403-265-0661Community Mediation Calgary Society 403.269.2707RNR Lockworks Ltd. 403.479.6161Road Conditions – Calgary 511Weather Information Gamblers Anonymous 403.237.0654

ST. ANDREWS HEIGHTS ARTISTS’ SOCIETY 2016 SPRING ART SHOW: Local artists from the St. Andrews Heights Artists’ Society will present their new work at the society’s annual Spring Art Show. Meet the artists, ask questions, � nd out what inspired their work. Win a great door prize (orchid bouquet). Parking and admis-sion are free. Rundle College Elementary School, 2634 - 12 Avenue N.W., Calgary. Contact sahas.artists@gmail.com or visit our website at sahas.ca.

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It has been a few months since the federal election and it still humbles me that the � ne people of Calgary Confederation have chosen me to be their elected representative to the House of Commons.

I committed to being a strong voice on your behalf in Ottawa and am working to represent your interests and advocate on issues which have been forwarded to me. I have been impressed with the thoughtful letters and kind wishes I have received.

The election brought many changes to the political landscape, but it does not change the things that are most important to Canadians. No matter the party in power, Canadians want a strong economy, a safe country and a bright future. While I believe all politicians agree on this and want the best for Canada, it is in how we go about achieving these goals that we di� er. I will continue to raise the need for pipelines, both east and west, and push for innovative, prompt and productive ways to address unemployment and getting people back to work.

The early days of this Liberal government tell me that there will be a lot of work ahead to keep this government focused on the important priorities of all Canadians. Warning signs are everywhere of out-of-control spending with no � scal plan for the future. Without a sound and disciplined � scal plan, we put at risk many of the things Canadians cherish most.

I am privileged to have been selected as Vice-Chair of the Standing Committee on Health. This will be an opportunity to address many health issues including a national organ donor system that works for those in need of a life-saving transplant.

It is with your support and encouragement that I proudly stand in Parliament on your behalf. Please feel free to contact my Calgary constituency o� ce for information, assistance and/or appointments by phone 403-220-0888 or by email len.webber@parl.gc.ca .

I hope you continue to share your comments with me and I look forward to hearing from you.

MP, CALGARY CONFEDERATIONLEN WEBBER403-220-0888len.webber@parl.gc.ca .

Friends,

March has been an eventful month. Lieutenant Governor Lois Mitchell delivered the Speech from the Throne on March 8, opening the spring session of the legislature. She outlined our Government’s spring agenda which focuses on investment in families, protection for vulnerable Albertans, job training, and job creation.

This past month we were busy attending meetings across the community. At the beginning of the month we attended the South Shaganappi Area Development Study Meeting and were encouraged to see cooperation across major development projects. This cooperation will allow infrastructure to be built with minimal impact to the residences of Calgary-Varsity. We have also been attending Community Association Board Meetings where we have provided information about the reinstated STEP program. We have been engaging in conversations with our Senior groups and have been meeting with multiple Senior Care Facilities in Calgary-Varsity in order to provide increased access to our o� ce.

Last summer I was able to tour the Children’s Hospital, and this month we were able to connect with the Children’s Hospital’s Foundation to facilitate increased engagement. The Children’s Hospital is celebrating its 10th year in our community. This year has marked several major milestones for Calgary-Varsity. This month marks the 50th anniversary of the University of Calgary.

Here in Calgary-Varsity we all have bene� ted from the important role the university has played in growing our community over those 50 years. Check out www.ucalgarycelebrates.ca to read stories of the past, and to � nd out how you can be involved in the celebrations.

As the snow melts and � owers start to bloom spring is a great time to get out in the community. Spring is also a great time to be out connecting with neighbours. My sta� and I look forward to seeing you at some upcoming events:

#101, 5403 Crowchild Trail NWCalgary, AB, Canada T3B 4Z1Phone: (403) 216-5436 • Fax: (403) 216-5438calgary.varsity@assembly.ab.ca

MLA CALGARY-VARSITYSTEPHANIE MCLEAN

MLA CALGARY-VARSITYSTEPHANIE MCLEAN CONT’D• Triwood Community Association Spring Clean Up –

April 24• Dr. E.W. Co� n School Spring Craft-A-Fair- April 24• Montgomery Community Association Spring Clean-

Up – May 7

Additionally, be on the lookout for us handing out co� ee at the Dalhouise, Brentwood and Ban� Trail Stations throughout the month.

Finally, I would like to thank the many constituents who shared their, well wishes on the arrival of my son Patrick. Both my husband and I have been overwhelmed by the kindness and support we have felt from across the community.

Our o� ce serves the people of Calgary-Varsity. Our team is available to talk to constituents about provincial government departments, programs, scrolls, and services. Please visit us in our o� ce, and let us know how we can help you.

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The scoop on dog poopWith 150 public o� -leash areas and over 100,000 dogs in our city, it’s clear Calgarians love their canine com-panions. What isn’t to love is the stinky situation that’s left behind when owners don’t pick up after their pets.

Cleaning up your dog’s waste is part of being a respon-sible pet owner and helps keep our yards, parks and o� -leash areas safe and healthy.

Here are � ve facts you may not know about doggy doo-doo:1. It’s classi� ed as a hazardous pollutant. It’s in the same

category as toxic chemicals!2. It’s crawling with E. coli and roundworm larvae

which, if ingested by humans  or dogs, can lead to brain, eye, and other organ damage.

3. It’s not a good fertilizer. Its high nutrient content is toxic to lawns and will create “hot spots” causing the grass to burn and discolour.

4. It doesn’t absorb into the soil, so the risk of spreading its harmful e� ects can linger for years!

5. It attracts mice, coyotes and other wildlife that con-sider it a delicious snack.

Keeping our city pet-waste free is easy, if we all do our part. Always carry pet waste bags with you when you walk your dog, and pick up and properly dispose of your pet’s waste as soon as possible.

To learn more about the importance of picking up after your pet, check out our P.U.P.P.Y. (Pick Up Pooch’s Poo Yourself ) program at calgary.ca/puppy.~continued next page~

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