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SEPTEMBER 2020 DELIVERED MONTHLY TO 3,400 HOUSEHOLDS DEER RUNvillager your THE OFFICIAL DEER RUN COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER HARVEST TIME ENJOY THE FRUITS OF YOUR LABOUR
Starting October 1, remember to tag your extra garbage bags Have an extra bag of garbage that won’t fit in your City black cart? Be sure to buy a garbage tag. The cost is $3 per tag. Where to buy tags You can purchase tags at participating convenience and grocery stores around Calgary or online. See the full list at calgary.ca/garbagetag How to use garbage tags • Fill your black cart first. • Place your extra garbage in a bag and wrap a tag around the knot on top of the bag. • On collection day, set the bag 0.5 metres (2 feet) from your black cart. Help reduce garbage We encourage everyone to look at what they’re buying and throwing away to find ways to reduce waste. Sorting materials correctly helps maximize the use of all three carts (blue, green, black). Learn more at calgary.ca/garbagetag 0.5 metres 20-0004628
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE What an amazing and bizarre summer we have had. There was a mixture of good and bad weather: tornadoes, hail and multiple days of +30°c temperatures bringing heat ad- visories. I hope people got to enjoy the good weather and see some of our local attractions. It’s a pleasure to see that things are looking good around the neighborhood. We are to mention lots of hand sanitizer! School is the one that getting a lot of the projects completed on our homes. has me stumped. We could be in for a rough time once flu season hits. I hope that I am wrong and we don’t ex- In mid-August we had our final walk through for Phase perience another shut down. As my wife is at risk, our One of the roof replacement at the community center. family has chosen the online option for school. We had the skylight in the hallway removed as it was a source of leaks for many years. CANA has done a great September has rushed upon us. It’s time to complete all job. Thank you to the many volunteers who worked on the home improvement projects and for those who are this project. able, and fortunate enough, to go back to work, and for kids to go back to school. While I was at the community centre that day, one of the winners of the “We are Connected” contest came by In Deer Run and all over Alberta, people are bringing in to pick up their prize. Congrats to all the winners! Thank the harvest. Enjoy the fruits of your labour! you, again, to Ann-Cay Zurbriggen for obtaining the We ask everyone to keep washing your hands, practice grant and organizing this event, plus all the other things physical distancing and wearing masks where required. you do for the community. Most importantly – stay safe at school, at work and in I was fortunate that one of my moving companies’ cli- your leisure activities. ents gave us a hot tub. It was a nice treat to have added Kim Semeniuk to our backyard. Local business owner Tim, and his wife Amanda, from Pro Style Hot Tubs helped move the unit to my house. He was excellent to deal with and I look forward to having him service the unit. Thank you, Tim! I was blessed to be able to work during most of the re- cent difficulties, although with different procedures, not RE-OPENING? RE-OPENING? let us help you let us help you GET THE FASHIOn weddIng FAmIly eventS GET THE WORD OUT. cOrpOrAte perSOnAl brAndIng WORD GREAT NEWSOUT. cAll 825.994.4514 www.soulspicephotography.com MEDIA GREAT NEWS MEDIA D E E R R U N I S E P T E M B E R 2020 3
PLUMber Plumbob Father and Son Harvest Moon The full moon closest to the September equinox is called the Harvest Moon. This year Small Company the autumn equinox is on September 22, so Low Overhead, Great Rates this hemisphere’s Harvest Moon will come on Sewer and Drain Cleaning October 1, 2020. Free Estimates & Advice Hot Water Tank Specials This full moon is astronomically special be- Gas Fitter cause the time between one moonrise to the Call Bob: 403-461-3490 next becomes shorter around this time. Typically, the moon rises on average 50 minutes later every day in a lunar month, which is the time it takes the moon to travel The opinions expressed within any published article, report through all the moon phases. However, for or submission reflect those of the author and should not be a few days around the Harvest Moon, the considered to reflect those of Great News Media and the Deer Run Community Association. The information contained in moon rises less than 50 minutes later than this newsletter is believed to be accurate but is not warranted the day before. to be so. In the old days, the early moonrise for a few Great News Media and the Deer Run Community Asso- days around the equinox meant that farmers ciation do not endorse any person or persons advertising could work and harvest their crops for a in this newsletter. Publication of any advertisements should not be considered an endorsement of any goods or services. longer time in the evenings. (TimeAndDate. com, Astronomy, Harvest) 5 Excellent Reasons to Advertise in Community Newsletter Magazines 1. Top of Mind Brand Awareness: Consistent advertising leads to increased sales. Companies maintain and gain market share when community residents are consistently reminded of their brands. 2. Payback: Community residents trust, and call businesses that advertise in their community magazines. 3. High Readership: 68% female | Even distribution of Millennial, Gen X, and Baby Boomer readers 4. Cost Effective: With advertising rates as low as $0.01 cent per household, advertising in our community maga- zines is incredibly affordable. 5. Geofence Your Audience: Manage your budget, optimize your returns and target your audience by specific community magazines. Nearby Community Newsletter Magazines: To Advertise Call 403 720 0762 Email sales@greatnewsmedia.ca GREAT NEWS MEDIA 4 S E P T E M B E R 2020 I Call 403-720-0762 for advertising opportunities
Deer Run Community Association 2223 - 146th Avenue S.E., T2J 6P8 Phone 403-278-3117 or 403-278-4961 Fax 403-278-4961 Centre Hours (Subject to Change) Monday to Friday – 9:00 am to 9:00 pm For function rental inquiries, Saturday – 9:00 am to 8:00 pm please call 403-278-3117 Sunday – 9:00 am to 3:00 pm DEER RUN CENTRE Central Manager Rob Garnett 403-278-3117 rob@deerruncalgary.com Front Desk 403-278-3117 Childcare Director Mercy Musakanya 403-271-3704 mercy@deerruncalgary.com THE EXECUTIVES President Kim Semeniuk kim@deerruncalgary.com Vice President David Brooke david@deerruncalgary.com Treasurer Ed McCrea ed@deerruncalgary.com Secretary Terry Gallant terry@deerruncalgary.com Past President Don Zver don@deerruncalgary.com THE DIRECTORS Ways and Means Etienne Bley etienne@deerruncalgary.com Capital Expenditures Jay Clements jay@deerruncalgary.com Communications Director Ann-Cay Zurbriggen commdirector@deerruncalgary.com Sports Director Ken Werbicki ken@deerruncalgary.com Social Director Vacant Membership Director Susan Mitchell susan@deerruncalgary.com Director at Large Donovan Harris donovan@deerruncalgary.com Director at Large Mike Isakeit mike@deerruncalgary.com Director at Large Wanda Kemp wanda@deerruncalgary.com Director at Large Bill Mitchell bill@deerruncalgary.com Clothesline Not sure what to do with your clutter? The Clothesline program in Calgary collects gently used clothing, electronics and small household items-where proceeds sup- port the Canadian Diabetes Association. To donate and schedule your free pick-up, call 1-800-505-5525 or visit www.diabetes.ca/clothesline. D E E R R U N I S E P T E M B E R 2020 5
BUSINESS CLASSIFIEDS NEPTUNE PLUMBING & HEATING LTD: Qualified jour- AFFORDABLE DENTAL CARE MINUTES FROM DEER neymen plumbers/gasfitters, very experienced in Deer RUN: Below ADA fee guide! Direct billing OAC. Only Run. Upfront pricing. Reliable, conscientious, fully guar- pay deductible/co-pay, get tax receipt. Cut through the anteed. Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. 24-hour emergency noise, save money, uncomplicate dental care, live bet- service, call 403-255-7938. “Showering you with great ter. 30+ years of no fluff, no frills! Call today; 403-272- service.” 7272 or 403-287-6453. Visit calgarydentalcenters.com. LOCAL MORTGAGE BROKER: Your mortgage may be CAMPBELL ROOFING - FREE ESTIMATES, REBATES costing you thousands more than you need to pay! AVAILABLE: Local business serving the community As a local mortgage professional, I have helped your with quality and professional service. Licensed, insured, neighbours navigate their purchase, refinance, and WCB, BBB, 10-year labour warranty. Emergency service, renewal options. Call Anita at 403-771-8771 | anita@ financing, claims welcome. “Keeping a roof over your anitamortgage.ca | Licensed by Verico Avenue Financial head is our business”. “Doghouse included.” Call Grant Real Estate Solutions. 403-975-1371. Thank you, customers, for the last 30 years. DEER RUN CONTRACTOR FOR HIRE: Over 20 years experience completing renovations in and around Deer NEIGHBOURHOOD CONFLICT? Community Media- Run. Lefroy Construction is happy to quote, organize tion Calgary Society (CMCS) is a no-cost mediation and and execute any renovation or new construction proj- conflict coaching service that can help you resolve ect. Call 403-616-0880 to discuss your project. www. problems and restore peace! We help neighbours be lefroyconstruction.com. neighbours again! www.communitymediation.ca, 403- 269-2707. OFFICIAL PLUMBING & HEATING: Small company, low overhead, excellent warranties, and great rates. CPR PLUMBING: Your reliable local plumber! BBB ac- Specializing in residential service and installs. Services credited. Fully licensed and insured for all your service include furnace service and replacement, hot water plumbing needs. Great prices on hot water tanks, fixture tank service and replacement, leaks, clogs, gas fitting, replacement/repair, backflow testing, poly B replace- and more. Licensed and insured. Why wait? Call to- ment, water softeners, drain cleaning, and more. Call or day and get it fixed today! Available 24/7, we accept text 403-680-7219. debit/VISA/MasterCard. Call 403-837-4023 or email officialplumbingandheating@outlook.com; www. CROWN RENOVATIONS: Kitchens and bathrooms. Over official-plumbing-heating.ca. 30 years’ experience in quality renovations. Full service custom cabinetry. Qualified professionals. Free in-house A BUSY BEE HAULING: is a community-based compa- estimates. Licensed, bonded, and insured. Fantastic ref- ny providing garbage removal services since 2009. For erences. 15% discount for new kitchen contracts signed those in the Queensland, Deer Run and Parkland com- in August and September. Visits to former clients can be munities, we offer a discount rate. Call Brian for a quote arranged. Call Bill at 403-819-8588. at 403-919-2486. LANDSCAPING & WEEKLY YARD CARE: Snow removal ABOVE & BEYOND CONSTRUCTION LTD.: Serv- starting at $120 per month. Garden bed design, mulch, ing Calgary for over 30 years. For free estimates on rock, and sod installation. Stone patios, walkways, raised any interior or exterior renovations, additions, base- beds and rock walls. Affordable fence and deck con- ment development, kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, struction. Window or gutter cleaning starting at $89. painting and new construction, fully insured. No A+ Member of BBB, Licensed, insured. Seniors’ discount. upfront payment required. Check us out at www. Call or e-mail 403-265-4769. YardBustersLandscaping. aboveandbeyondconstruction.ca or call 403-278-3433. com. 6 S E P T E M B E R 2020 I Call 403-720-0762 for advertising opportunities
For business classified ad rates call Great News Media Deer Run at 403-720-0762 or sales@greatnewsmedia.ca Community BASEMENT WINDOWS R-US: New or larger window openings – in- cludes complete install. Digging, concrete cutting, material/dirt Child Care hauled away. Member of the BBB. Call 403-201-0317 or cell 403-660- 0612. CUSTOM CRAFT PAINTING: Successfully operating for over 20 years, Looking for childcare? Look no further! fully licensed and insured. Specializing in interior and exterior re- Deer Run Community Childcare is a fun, paints and custom renovations. All our work includes detailed prep play-based environment located right in work, precise craftsmanship, using only the best products avail- the Deer Run Community Centre. We cater able. Our rates are competitive. Call now for your free estimate. 403- to children from Kindergarten to Grade 6, 650-0703 or email brian@customcraftpainting.ca. Website: www. and offer a variety of fun and exciting ac- customcraftpainting.ca. tivities for everyone. It is mandatory for all families and children in the program to LIFE INSURANCE: Protect your family in case you unexpectedly die. have a valid community membership. Contact Jeff Tovee, CFP., at 403-923-5333, eternalwealth@f55f.com, Our school year fees are as follows: www.eternalwealth.ca (In-home meetings are available). • 3 Components: $475/Month – Mornings, EXTERIOR WORKS: Siding, soffit, fascia, roofing and eaves trough. Lunch, After School New or repair. Smaller projects, such as gates, fences, decks, general • 2 Components: $450/Month – Lunch repairs. We work all-year-round. Sunshine or snow! Call Fred at 403- and After School or Mornings and After 861-2610 for a quote. School • Kindergarten: $725/Month THE GUTTER DOCTOR! Eavestrough repairs, cleaning, and replace- • *Fees for PD Days, Spring Break, and ments. Fascia, soffit, cladding, roofs, and siding. For over 17 years and Christmas Break are included in the 30,000 projects we have done the job right – and it’s always guaran- above prices teed! Full liability insurance and WCB. A+ rated BBB member. Calgary’s • 1 Component: $375/Month plus PD days top award winner! www.gutterdoctor.ca, 403-714-0711. from $65/day, per child Kindergarten Childcare Registration TWO BLOOMIN GARDENERS: We are certified horticulturists. Gar- 2020-21 dening services include spring and fall clean up; designing and plant- Do you have a child old enough to start ing of flower beds; container / pot design and planting; creative input Kindergarten in September? Have a friend and consultations; weekly or bi-weekly maintenance or as needed; looking for childcare for their soon-to-be pruning and fertilizing; and more. Call or text 403-710-0117. school aged child? Our kinder registration for the 2020-21 school year is open. We THE FINISHER: Wives, I’m here to finish what your husband started, require a $70 deposit fee as well as a $30 and husbands, I’m here to start and finish those projects that need fee for a 2020-21 Deer Run Community to be done. From complete bathroom renos, basements developed Association Membership and a complet- and upgraded, to fences, decks, and sidewalks. Even aquarium set-up! ed registration form in order to guarantee References available. Contact our team of professionals. Wendell at your child’s spot. The $70 deposit fee will 403-613-6807. go towards your first month’s payment. WIRES & PLIERS ELECTRICAL SERVICES LTD: A young certified elec- Please email childcare@deerruncalgary. trician specializing in custom l.e.d potlight additions as well as other com for the registration forms. residential electrical services. My core values include professionalism, More information about our services can cleanliness, and safety. Free quotes and affordable rates. Call or text be found at www.deerruncalgary.com/ Addison at 403-477-2970 or email at wiresandpliers1@gmail.com. childcare. D E E R R U N I S E P T E M B E R 2020 7
Mystery Artist Contest Enter for a chance to win one of five double-scoop ice cream cones at Annie’s Cafe! Head down to the Artisan Gardens at Bow Valley Ranche to find the artist’s name and take a picture of yourself next to the artwork featured on this page. Submit your name, photo, and the name of the artist to commdirector@deerruncalgary.com by midnight on September 20. Winners will be contacted by email and their first name and initial announced on www. deerruncalgary.com and our Facebook page. Good luck! UNIFIED TEAM CARE Direct Billing - Online Booking - Convenient Location - Team Approach to Care - 24 Practitioners - Open Saturdays Stay in the Game with Active Sports Therapy, Calgary’s Leading Edge Sports Injury, Health and Performance Centre ACTIVE SPORTS THERAPY • Chiropractic • Shockwave • Active Release • Integrated Techniques Medicine • Physiotherapy • Naturopathic ACTIVE SPORTS THERAPY Medicine • Massage • Holistic Nutritional • Muscle Activation Counseling Technique • Traditional • Laser Therapy Chinese Medicine Suite 220 – 9950 MacLeod Trail South activesportstherapy.ca 403-278-1405 mail@activesportstherapy.ca 8 S E P T E M B E R 2020 I Call 403-720-0762 for advertising opportunities
Back to Indigenous Elders and Knowledge Keepers School The Report of the Royal Commission on Aborigi- Safely nal Peoples defines an Elder as: Elders in Aboriginal communities are those A message from the Federation of Calgary Com- recognized and respected for knowing, living, munities and teaching the traditional knowledge. They see the world through the eyes of the ancestors Its back to school time! A new school year often and interpret the contemporary world through brings more congestion in playground zones, lessons passed down through generations. distraction, and more pedestrians than we have Their wisdom is transferred to young people become accustomed to during the summer who seek their teachings. The elders are a living months. bridge between the past and the present. They also provide a vision for the future, a vision Here are three tips to keep in mind when driving grounded in tradition and informed by the or walking in playground zones this September experience of living on the land, safeguarding and all year round: and disseminating knowledge gained over cen- 1. Follow the speed limit: First and foremost, turies…The elders are willing to share if we are follow the posted speed limit of 30 km/h. willing to listen. We hope to do justice to their Playground time zones are between the words. (RACP, Volume 4, p.3) hours of 7:30 am and 9:00 pm, 7 days a week, year-round. A collision with a pedestrian at 30 km/h is more likely to end in injury rather Good Food Box than a possible fatality going at the residen- tial speed of 50 km/h. 2. Stop and look both ways: We want to set good examples for young pedestrians. Stop, and look both ways. It’s always good practice Good Food Boxes, prepared by the Community Kitchen Program of Calgary, contain fresh fruits and vegetables bought direct from to look one more time to the left and then farmers and wholesalers. Good Food Box is a program to help any- walk across the street between the cross-walk one and everyone access fresh fruits and vegetables, regularly, lines. Attempt to make yourself as visible as and affordably. Learn more about the Good Food Box program at possible. These are all good habits to practice https://www.ckpcalgary.ca/program-services/good-food-box. and to role model. 3. Follow directions: Whether you are driving, Box Options walking, or biking, listen and watch for direc- Small Box: $25, 20-25lbs* of fruits and vegetables tions from school safety patrollers. Follow the Medium Box: $30, 30-35lbs* of fruits and vegetables direction of signals, signs, and the specific Large Box: $35, 40-45lbs* of fruits and vegetables rules that the school has implemented. These Order Day Pickup Day directions are for your safety and others, and September 8 September 17 are there to help reduce congestion and risks. September 29 October 8 October 27 November 5 By exercising caution and care, we can make our *These weights are approximate. Weights will vary depending on communities safer! produce size and density For more resources, check out our website at To order or pick up, please contact Emma at 403-278-8263, at calgarycommunities.com. Deer Park United Church, 77 Deerpoint Rd SE. D E E R R U N I S E P T E M B E R 2020 9
by Rob Lennard, The History Wrangler Howdy! September 1, 2020, is Alberta’s 115th birthday, and to celebrate this special day, I have dedicated this article to Historic Albertans who were either born or married on September 1. Pioneer’s Wedding Anniversary Date Alberta’s Only Knighted Citizen John Glenn and his Métis wife Adelaide Bel- Sir James Lougheed was born on September 1, 1854, fifty-one years before court were married on September 1, 1873, Alberta became a province in 1905. He moved to Calgary in August 1883, the thirty-two years before Alberta became a same month that the Canadian Pacific Railway arrived here. Sir James and his province. After they were married in north- wife Belle welcomed many interesting people to their beautiful home, now ern Alberta, they loaded up their mule, trav- called the Lougheed House, including the Duke of Connaught and his wife eled south, and settled where the Fish Creek in 1912, when they led the first Stampede Parade, and the Prince of Wales in meets the Bow River, the site of today’s his- 1919. Sir James was named Chairman of the Military Hospitals in 1915. As a toric Bow Valley Ranche in Fish Creek Provin- reward for his service, he was knighted by King George V in 1916, becoming cial Park. John and Adelaide were involved the only Albertan to ever earn the honour. Sir James is also the grandfather in many activities in the area. At Fort Calgary, of Peter Lougheed, who was the tenth premier of Alberta from 1971 to 1985. John built the stone fireplaces and grew hay Brave WWI Victoria Cross Recipient for the horses. Adelaide operated a room- Frederick Harvey was born in Ireland on September 1, 1888, seventeen years ing house for travelers to stay in and was before Alberta became a province. His family immigrated to Medicine Hat, and also one of the most sought-after midwives when WWI started, Frederick enlisted in the Lord Strathcona’s Horse. It was with in the area. Incidentally, one of the women this fine regiment that Lieutenant Frederick Harvey received the Victoria Cross, whose babies she helped deliver was none the highest award for bravery, for his actions on March 30, 1918, during the other than Belle Lougheed, the wife of Sir advance on Moreuil Wood. He was also awarded the French Croix de Guerre. James. 10 S E P T E M B E R 2020 I Call 403-720-0762 for advertising opportunities
MLA Calgary - Fish Creek Richard Gotfried 403-278-4444 calgary.fishcreek@assembly.ab.ca www.richardgotfried.ca @RichardGotfried L A N D S C A P I N G RichardGotfriedAB RichardGotfried C U S TO M E R S AT I S FA C T I O N G U A R A N T E E D Summer is sacred in Canada while September heralds the end We specialize in all of long nights, and a sense of renewal and reflection as children head back to school. Who would have predicted in January 2020 forms of landscape that the backdrop for return to school would include COVID-19! and Construction Alberta prides itself on having quality education at both the · Decorative Concrete K-12 and post secondary levels. A strong history of excellence Curbing in learning comes with high expectations for both parents and · Custom Decks students alike. Post secondaries across the province have been · Fences diligently looking at delivering quality education for the fall, · Retaining Walls and for all higher learning institutions across the province, the · Irrigation bulk of their instruction will be online. Many institutions felt that, · Stamped and given the wide student population age range (18 to 108), and as Exposed Concrete many as 400 students in larger lecture halls, the shift to online · Bulk Topsoil Deliveries education for the upcoming semester was necessary. For the · Through Tip Top Soil younger K-12 students, much of the conversation has focussed around the term “near normal”. On July 21, with a follow up on August 4, Minister of Education Adriana LeGrange announced GOT A PLAN? AFFORDABLE CUSTOM LANDSCAPE PLANS there will be a return to masked, in-school learning this fall. Jurisdictions across Alberta have experienced different rates of COVID, and the provincial return to school kit provided to local school boards enables the flexibility to adjust and adapt to local needs, circumstances, and community infection rates. Nothing about COVID is easy or without some level of personal, professional or community anxiety. That is the reality. But we know COVID has been hard on all of us emotionally, financially, and physically. Having personally survived a Tsunami, a bombing raid, and having to abandon a sinking ship gives me the perspective to be grateful for life, to not take anything for granted, and to recognize the need for calm and resilience in supporting Alberta’s next generation of leaders in facing life’s challenges. Resiliency allows us to move ahead knowing that our sense of “normal” may be adjusted but that collectively we have the fortitude to persevere and prevail just as our indigenous people and settlers demonstrated when building Alberta. As print deadlines for our local Great News publications are a few weeks out, please note that some of the back to school information provided may be amended prior to distribution. I would recommend following me on Facebook for more current information or signing up for our e-newsletter. I am forever grateful for Dr. Hinshaw and her team who are in constant communication with our Premier and Ministers in providing timely scientific advice on the most current data in protection of Albertans health and well-being. As always, my office is open for virtual meetings and calls. Please Free Estimates 403.256.9282 do not hesitate to reach out, as listening to your questions, www.jacksonandjacksonlandscaping.ca insights, and concerns assists me in my advocacy on your behalf.
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