AChestermere student took home gold at the Silver Gloves provincial boxing tournament. Boxers across Alberta compete in the Silver Gloves tournament.
When Quang Ngo won gold, he said he was happy and excited to keep moving forward.
Ngo started training at the Olympus Chestermere Boxing Club last year and quickly found a love for the sport.
“I wanted to get in shape, I started training, and I just fell in love with boxing,” Ngo said.
For Ngo, he enjoys boxing because it’s a solo sport, and he doesn’t have the responsibility for teammates.
“It’s a one-on-one sport. Either you win or you lose, and there are no excuses for it, it’s just hard work,” Ngo said. “It’s a lot of hard work, I’m working hard, and making sure I’m consistent.”
Ngo is currently looking for opportunities to keep progressing through his boxing career, training, and remaining consistent.
“I train every day. I’ll give myself one rest day depending on how my body feels,” Ngo said. “When I train, I have a couple of training sessions a day, I’m training about two hours a day.”
Throughout the last year of boxing, Ngo has continued to learn from his fights, work on improving his skills, and become a stronger athlete.
“I have to work hard, I have to push through those times when I train hard, and that’s what I’m striving for,” Ngo said.
By Emily Rogers
More than one million Albertans have enrolled in the Affordability Action Plan program to receive the first of six $100 payments. Of the one million Albertans
receiving payments, 300,000 were auto enrolled and more than 700,000 applied online.
“This is an incredible milestone in our continued efforts to keep Alberta affordable. One million
children, seniors and Albertans on core support programs are now enrolled to receive monthly affordability payments to offset challenging inflationary pressures. Our government remains focused on affordability, and we will continue to explore additional relief for Albertans,” Minister of Affordability and Utilities Matt Jones said.
Within 24 hours of the online application portal opening, more than 140,000 applications were processed, with many Albertans receiving the first affordability payment on Jan. 31.
As of Feb. 8, nearly one million Albertans received or had a parent or guardian receive the first affordability payment on their behalf, including 469,000 children, 380,000 seniors and 118,000 vulnerable Albertans.
“So far, Albertans have received $96 million in affordability
payments. It is estimated that over the full six months, a total of about $500 million will flow through,” a government of Alberta media release said.
The affordability payments are expected to help Albertans in addition to suspending the provincial fuel tax, expanding electricity rebates, increasing benefit payments in support programs, and pausing private passenger vehicle insurance rate increases until the end of the year.
“Thanks to prudent decisionmaking and Alberta’s dynamic and growing economy, the province is in a strong fiscal position with a balanced budget, which has enabled Alberta’s government to offer relief so that Albertans and families are better able to manage through this inflation crisis, and beyond,” the release said.
Chestermere youth are working to end bullying in the community with Synergy’s annual Pretty in Pink antibullying campaign.
Pretty in Pink first began as Pink Shirt Day, however, members of Synergy’s Youth Council recognized some students were getting bullied for not wearing a pink shirt, Synergy Program Facilitator Shiya Mangat explained.
Now, throughout February, residents are encouraged to purchase a Pretty in Pink button at various businesses to show their support for anti-bullying.
To push youth perspective, and ensure inclusivity, Synergy designed the Pretty in Pink campaign and encourages everyone to wear a pink shirt on Pink Shirt Day on Feb. 22 or wear a Pretty in Pink button to show support.
“We do campaigns, post resources that are made by youth to raise awareness for antibullying, then we come up with resources from youth that point out what bullying means from a youth perspective,” Mangat said. “It’s more digestible. The youth council found that a lot of anti-bullying education is made by adults, and it’s not super relatable.”
Half of the funds raised from the Pretty in Pink buttons go directly into keeping the program alive, operations, the cost of the buttons, and supporting the youth council.
The other half is donated to a local charity the youth council chooses which they believe aligns with anti-bullying and is community focused.
This year, the youth council chose to donate the other half of the Pretty in Pink funds to The Community Therapy Dogs Society.
“Therapy dogs are in schools, supporting youth through their mental health struggles, as a direct result of bullying,” Mangat said. “They’ve seen how therapy dogs are a really great mental health resource for youth who are struggling with bullying.”
Every year, the youth council is presented with what previous councils have done to bring awareness to anti-bullying and choose what initiatives they want to see in the community.
“We have different youth who come onto the council every year, and they make it their own,” Mangat said.
Throughout the pandemic, the youth council adapted and made videos that were shown in schools. This year, they wanted to host assemblies and make social media posts.
Youth councillors are currently collecting antibullying statistics, designing resources to post on Synergy’s social media, and writing scripts for the school assemblies.
“The community response has been positive, we’ve been in the community doing this for a
while, a lot of our partners and the schools know Pretty in Pink is going to happen every year,” Mangat said. “It’s building up, we’re excited to start posting the resources the youth are making on social media.”
Mangat explained that with the influx of mental health challenges in Chestermere and the surrounding area, it’s important to ensure programs like Pretty in Pink are available for youth.
“It’s important to keep programs like this alive and running from the youth perspective,” Mangat said. “A lot of these programs are designed by adults, and they aren’t necessarily in touch with what the youth need to hear.”
Having an anti-bullying campaign for youth, that is designed by youth increases accessibility and opens the conversation around bullying and the struggles youth in the community are having.
“Quite frankly, it is an issue, and mental health issues have only heightened,” Mangat said. “Keeping these programs alive with the perspective from youth is so important because it’s something we don’t really have outside of what we’re doing with Pink Shirt Day.”
Visit the Synergy website at https://www. yoursynergy.ca/pretty-in-pink, for more information on anti-bullying campaigns, and where to purchase a Pretty in Pink button.
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The Strathmore RCMP arrested two wanted men with drugs and weapons.
On Feb. 3, at approximately 9:30 a.m., Strathmore RCMP General duty and Crime Reduction Unit members responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle near Range Road 234 and Township Road 244.
RCMP members found the vehicle in a field stuck in the snow and found two occupants inside the vehicle.
Both vehicle occupants were arrested.
At the time of the arrest, both men were parolees who fled from a community residential facility resulting in Canada-wide warrants, an RCMP media release said. A vehicle search yielded 190 grams of suspected methamphetamine with a potential street value of $19,000, $22,275 in cash, a replica handgun, numerous edged and impact weapons, and government identification not belonging to either occupant.
Both occupants were taken to the Strathmore RCMP detachment and held for bail hearings.
Christopher Lindgren, 31, of Bezansen, and Nathan Piche, 30, of Cold Lake, were charged with possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking,
possession of items used for trafficking in a controlled substance, possession of a prohibited weapon, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, obstructing a peace officer, and unlawful possession of government documents.
Piche was charged with additional offences including possession of a firearm contrary to a prohibition order, illegal possession of government documents, and traffic safety act offences including having an uninsured vehicle, registration infraction, unlawful use of a license plate, and unauthorized operation of a motor vehicle. Lindgren and Piche were remanded into custody on charges for future court appearances.
“I’d like to express my continued thanks to the public for reporting suspicious activity such as what was encountered in this matter,” Detachment Commander Strathmore RCMP Staff Sergeant Mark Wielgosz said. “Our detachment members have been able to apprehend a number of offenders and intercept illicit drugs harmful to our communities as a result of public reporting over the past year. These reports have undoubtedly prevented significant harm caused as a result of the illicit drug trade.”
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Welcome to Rainbow Falls Dental!
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Rainbow Falls Dental is excited to introduce their brand new state of the art Dental practice to the town of Chestermere and surrounding area. Our dynamic team will strive to ensure you are comfortable and confident with the complete oral health care you are receiving and will continue to receive.
You’ll always leave a lasting impression with a bright and confident smile. At Rainbow Falls Dental, we want to help you claim and maintain a strong healthy smile to enjoy for your entire life.
Rainbow Falls Dental is a full-service clinic providing everything from routine check-ups & cleanings for your children, to the complex cosmetic and restorative dentistry sometimes needed.
Our team understands that there is often a sense of uneasiness and anxiety associated with dental visits. We strive to put these emotions at ease by creating a positive and relaxing experience. It is very important to establish a great foundation of trust with each and every patient and take the time to accommodate to the specific needs of the individual. Our entire team is dedicate to providing you with a comfortable, pleasant, and friendly experience.
We offer dental services for families and individuals of all ages. We are Unit 214 100 Rainbow Road, Chestermere, AB. We are right beside the No Frills.
Call Rainbow Falls Dental to set up an appointment!
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In our rush to save the planet, one at times may wonder if “throwing out the baby with the bathwater” is a phrase applicable to some of our human efforts. A case in point is occurring a few miles east of the scenic town of High River, home of Maggie’s Diner in the long-running series ”Heartland”. As one heads east on Highway 23, a massive, shallow water body appears on the south side. Due to its shallow depth, an amazing number of shorebirds as well as numerous other species make Frank Lake a migratory stop or produce the next generation of their species. Ebird.org data lists over 220 different species which frequent Frank Lake. During spring and fall migrations between 500 and 600 people per day make a visit. It is a photographer’s avian paradise. Frank Lake also attracts birders from other countries, some of whom we have met. A proposal by Elemental Energy, a corporation from Vancouver, to cover 1500 acres of farmland with solar panels about 1/2 mile away from Frank Lake has alarmed birders and naturalists.
Amanda Bichel, Key Biodiversity Coordinator, Birds Canada, spent time in September of 2022 at Frank Lake to learn about the solar farm proposal. 20 years ago, Frank Lake was named an Important Bird & Biodiversity Area (IBA) as it alone supports more than 1% of Canada’s national birds. Recently, the lake was designated as a Key Biodiversity Area (KBA) as it is a critical area for nature. The designation is based on internationally accepted criteria. According to Greg Wagner, volunteer KBA/IBA caretaker, without the intervention of Ducks Unlimited Canada, who manage the lake, the lake would have been drained long ago. Ms. Bichel notes that 60 sensitive or at-risk species use Frank Lake and surrounding land to survive. The Elemental Energy project would be built on portions of 5 sections of land, 2 of which are in the KBA/IBA, and about half of the project is within a halfmile of the IBA/KBA boundary. Interestingly, Alberta best management practices state that a solar project should not be within 1 kilometre of an IBA.
From a bird’s perspective, the solar farm might be viewed as a water body, known as the “lake effect”. The concern of course is that any species of birds that needs water from which to take off is at a higher risk of death. This would include loons, grebes and coots. Elaine and I have seen a small colony of western grebes on Frank Lake, identified as a threatened species, the past few years. Aquatic insects may try to lay eggs on the solar panels, where the larva, needing water to survive, would certainly die.
If you are concerned about expressing your views, Amanda recommends the following actions: (1) sign the petition on http:// change.org/ (2) send a letter to the Alberta Utilities Commission (3) or to the Minister of Environment & Protected Areas (4) or to the Federal Minister of Environment & Climate Change.
Lots of land is potentially available to build solar farms. The value of Frank Lake as a key habitat for birds, wildfowl and diversity could certainly be viewed as priceless. Is our baby “Frank” going out with the bath water?
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Like a home away from home, Mary Jane Manor is the perfect setting for your romantic get away, private event, health and wellness retreats, conferences, educational courses and more.
Chestermere Fire Services is working to offer a higher level of service.
By Emily RogersChestermere Fire Services (CFS) is working to deliver a greater level of medical services to residents.
Fire Chief Jamie Coutts explained during the Feb. 7 council meeting that sometimes CFS members have to wait extended periods of time for an ambulance when responding to calls.
“There are challenges in the ambulance system, that’s no secret to anybody. We routinely wait extended periods for the ambulances to get there,” Coutts said. “For us, it’s what level of services does the City of Chestermere want for its residents, and what can we do to help with that.”
Currently, CFS offers standard first-aid medical services.
“CFS has members that can work at a higher level, but city does not currently have the equipment, medications, first aid supplies to operate at the higher level, or any agreement to do so,” Coutts said.
CFS is able to transition to a basic life support level of service, which would allow members of the fire department who are also trained paramedics to offer additional medical services, such as pain control, IV therapy, and seizure management.
“As with any increase in the scope of practice, the potential benefits are many. The most notable to start is from the point of view of patient advocacy. Anytime we can offer a higher scope of practice to our citizens it will benefit their overall outcomes in an adverse health situation,” Coutts
said.
CFS currently has seven trained paramedics on the team.
“We’re not guaranteeing anything, whoever is working that day, that’s what they can work up to. There would be times that we could offer a higher level of service with the staff we have,” Coutts said.
With an advanced level of medical service, CFS members could also assist in the event of a traumatic injury, and pediatric care.
Going forward, CFS will support staffers with enhanced training in an emergency medical services simulation lab, which will provide training in a controlled environment to help members build skills and confidence, Coutts explained.
In addition to training, CFS will also purchase the equipment, medications, and medical supplies needed to facilitate a basic life support level of service within the city.
In the 2023 capital budget, $30,000 has been allocated for cardiac monitoring, while $3,000 for suction devices, $3,00 for a pediatric oximeter, $5,000 for medical supplies, $10,000 for registrations and insurance for fire staff, and $15,000 for training and upgrading was allocated in the 2023 operating budget.
The provincial government is advocating to the federal government to ensure Alberta families have access to licensed private child care spaces.
To ensure families have access to child care a cost control framework, and for-profit expansion plan will be implemented which will allow private child care operators to be included in funding support.
“This announcement is great news not just for us but also for our Alberta families. Including private operators in the child care agreement will meaningfully impact Alberta families seeking affordable child care. We are excitedly looking forward to continuing to offer families choices when deciding where their child or children can go to for affordable high-quality child care,” president, of the Alberta Association of Child Care Operators Cynthia Nerling said.
Work by Children’s Services will ensure the Alberta-Canada Wide Early Learning and Child Care agreement (ACELCC) will reflect what Alberta families need in the child care system.
Through the ACELCC agreement, average child care fees for children between zero and kindergarten age have been reduced. Expanding spaces is expected to reduce child care fees for parents to an average of $10 per day by 2026, a government of Alberta media release said.
“We remain fully committed to supporting the development of a child care system that works best for Alberta families by providing parents with affordable, accessible, flexible, and inclusive high-quality child care. Including more private spaces in the child care agreement is the next step in ensuring that parents have more child care options and reducing parent fees to an average of $10 a day by 2026,” Minister of Children’s Services
Mickey Amery said.
The cost control framework, and for-profit expansion plan will make more than 22,000 licensed private child care spaces eligible for funding over three years.
The supports are expected to increase access to childcare throughout the province and reduce childcare fees.
“Today’s announcement highlights our commitment to on-the-ground child care providers in Alberta. Our expansion plan will create spaces for parents and get children off waitlists while ensuring the reasonable use of tax dollars. We want more families with children in licensed spaces to be able to reap the benefits of more affordable childcare,” federal Minister of Families, Children and Social Development Karina Gould said.
Private child care spaces are included in the framework to ensure access to licensed child care is a mixed-market system in the province.
“We negotiated a made-in-Alberta child care deal that would improve access to affordable, accessible and quality childcare for Albertans. We fought hard for a deal that would fully include our valued private operators, because we knew the success of this program relies on the innovation and creativity of these, oftentimes, female entrepreneurs who serve families and kids across the province. This framework was the next step in that agreement and I’m glad to see we can now move ahead on creating more spaces,” Minister of Municipal Affairs Rebecca Schulz said. Going forward, the province is now preparing for the framework and expansion plan implementation by developing a sustainable funding model, and continuing to engage with child care operators on how to implement the framework successfully.
Hello and welcome to a Minute with Michelle, here is the Real Estate Market update for Chestermere, Langdon and Strathmore for February 4th to the 11th, 2023
In Chestermere there are presently 74 Active Listings
1 apartment style behind the salfey way in Chestermere station listed for 234,900
1 new build town home with no condo fees in waterford for 420,000 for duplexes there are 6 5 new builds and 1 resale starting at 444,900 For detached homes are there 66 ranging from 536192 for house under construction in dawson to lakefront for 1.79 million
There are more new builds than re-sale homes for sale in Chestermere at this time.
For pending sales there are 14 from a townhouse in Stonemere Place up to a lakefront on west chestermere drive for 1.9 million
In the last 7 days there were 6 - one new build duplex in dawson for 454000 rest were all detached resales ranging in price from 615000 to 920000
For langdon there are presently 18 active listings all detached homes starting at 550 and going up to 984000 for a lrage walk out bungalow on the golf course
8 of the listings are new builds
For pending sales there are is one a new build in boulder creek
For sales in the last 7 days there were 2 both 2 storey detached homes one of the northwest side and one new build on Hanson Drive.
In Strathmore there are 33 active listings including and apartment starting at 120,000 all the way up to 1.5million for an increditble hillcrest estates bungalow.
Strathmore continues to show its affordability as we move through another sellers market so far this spring.
For pending sales there are 6 from an apartment listed for 159900 to a lovely 2 storey in Edgefield
and for sales in the last 7 days in strathmore there were 2 both detached 2 storeys in the wildrose neighbourhood and that was the Real Estate Market Update for Chestermere, Langdon and Strathmore for February 4th to the 11th, 2023
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Chestermere City Council is exploring opportunities to transition to clean energy within the community, with the clean energy implementation bylaw.
City administration is working to find public engagement opportunities, such as town halls or round table discussions for residents to bring forward recommendations regarding the clean energy implementation bylaw to council in March.
“I’m presenting a pretty exciting bylaw,” City of Chestermere Legislative Administrator Kallen Morrison said during the Feb. 7 council meeting. “It’s a system to help residents and businesses transition to clean technology by allowing the city to pay upfront the costs of materials, installation, and labour.”
Eligible residents for the program will have the cost of the clean technology added to their property taxes that can be paid off over many years.
“This is a great opportunity for the city to promote itself as a green city,” Morrison said. “If the city chooses to borrow money, it wouldn’t count towards the city debt limit.”
Eligible properties include family housing, condominiums, apartments, farms, and businesses.
Clean energy improvements include high-efficiency gas furnaces, energyefficient windows and doors, high-efficiency storage water heaters, attic, roof, and wall insulation, combined heat and power, high-efficiency central air conditioners, high-efficiency combination heaters, smart thermostats, solar thermal water heaters, high-efficiency gas boilers, heat pump water heaters, and solar PV systems.
Residents who want to transition to clean energy are required to submit an application to the city, which will be submitted to the Alberta Municipal Services Corporation for approval.
When approved, the city will incur the cost of materials and installation, and an additional tax will be applied to the resident’s property tax, which can be paid within 25 years, or anytime without punishment.
“The program was designed to encourage residents and businesses to install green and higher efficiency infrastructure by letting the municipality pay for the costs upfront and allowing the resident and business to pay off the cost over a period of time,” Morrison said.
The Strathmore RCMP arrested and charged two individuals with stolen property and drugs, after receiving a report of an erratic driver.
On Feb. 5, at approximately 3 a.m., Strathmore RCMP members responded to a vehicle driving erratically, that hit the ditch on Range Road 264.
When RCMP members arrived, they found two men trying to free the vehicle from the snow.
The vehicle was confirmed to be stolen out of Calgary four days prior, a Strathmore RCMP media release said.
Two males in the vehicle were arrested and a search of the vehicle and suspects resulted in the seizure of 65 grams of suspected methamphetamine with a potential street value of $6,500, identification belonging to other people, and a stolen Calgary Fire Department badge.
Dustin Tienkamp, 35, of Fort MacMurray, and Mazen Chehade, 43, of Calgary were charged with possession of property
obtained by crime over $5,000, possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000, possession of a controlled substance, and possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking.
Tiencamp was released on conditions during his hearing for a future court date, while Chehade was remanded into custody during his hearing.
At the time of the arrest, Tienkamp was bound by a probation order, and Chehade was wanted on 10 outstanding Warrants from Calgary.
“This investigation is another positive example of timely public reporting of dangerous driving habits or suspicious activity. A single call can lead to the apprehension of wanted persons, recovery of stolen property, and seizure of illicit drugs capable of great harm in our communities,”
Detachment Commander Strathmore RCMP Staff Sergeant Mark Wielgosz said. “I’d like to pass along my thanks for the continued public support in reporting crime.”
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Strathmore RCMP members responded to a vehicle driving erratically, that hit the ditch on Range Road 264. The vehicle was reported stolen from Calgary.
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Our Winter Program Session 1 is ending. Session 2 registration begins on February 21st. Find our full program guide on our website. www. chestermerepubliclibrary.com
Please note, the library will be closed from February 18th to February 20th and reopen on February 21st for Family Day weekend. Our return bin will be open during our closure. Storytime Storytime is back! Join us every Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday at 10:15AM for storytime. No registration is required,
Join us February 16th at 6:00PM in the library to discuss Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner. No registration is required, and copies are available at the library for borrowing.
This month our teen and adult Graphic Novel and Manga Club are discussing books about friendship on our Discord. Any friend duo or group in comics are welcome to be discussed this month. Join our discord on our website.
Have you taken part in any of our library services? We are looking for feedback on the library and our programs. Let us know what you think and how we can improve. Your feedback directly impacts our services and programming so we can continue to make the library better for everyone. Email your feedback to info@ chestermerepubliclibrary.com or drop it off in our feedback box.
Are you aware that the library is a Registered CHARITY? This means that we depend on donations from the public to support us. We are looking for corporate or personal sponsors for our Winter Program Session! Any donations help and allow us to improve all our programming. Contact info@chestermerepubliclibrary. com if you would like to donate.
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This may come as a surprise to some Canadians, but our country doesn’t really have a real discount grocery chain. With higher food prices and a growing number of consumers seeking refuge from record-setting food inflation at the grocery store, real discount grocery stores would really come in handy. But the option is simply not there.
Rebates have grown scarce in recent years as No Frills and other value grocers such as Empire’s FreshCo and Metro’s Food Basics took a noticeable step back from their ongoing fight with Walmart. Quebec is in even worse shape: shoppers can find Metro’s Super C or Maxi, owned and operated by Loblaw. Sobeys doesn’t even operate a discount chain in Quebec. All banners and stores are connected to just a handful of grocers controlling the Canadian market.
Now Walmart is doing its own thing with price locks, and Loblaw just ended its 14-week price freeze, which failed to show beyond a reasonable doubt that consumers were indeed saving money. While consumers likely saved some money in January, after a few months of double-digit food inflation, it was not clear to many.
Rebates are just not as overly aggressive as what you would see in European-based discount stores. Every now and then, some impending threat will shake our industry’s giants, and they try to fight for market share. But as soon as the danger passes, some sort of truce overwhelms the market. This is what happened when Target came and quickly went in 2015, and with Amazon Fresh a few years ago when rumours were swirling that they would attempt to enter the Canadian market.
For years, reports have suggested that both Lidl and Aldi would enter the Canadian market. We’re still waiting. But Lidl, a German international discount retailer chain, opened its first store in the United States in 2017 and now operates almost 200 stores. Aldi, another German company, now has over 2,300 stores in the United States. Both have similar business models, centring all of their efforts on discounts, plain and simple. With both, what you see is what you get, although Aldi does own Trader Joe’s in the U.S.
Unlike traditional grocery stores, both Lidl and Aldi operate on a restricted selection strategy,
offering only a curated selection of privatelabel products and a smaller range of national brands. Lidl may have more branded products, depending on location. This leads to lower overhead costs and allows stores to sell products at lower prices when compared to competitors. Moreover, these discount grocers implement cost-saving measures such as a bring-yourown-bag policy, an incredibly minimalistic store design, and an efficient checkout process. In fact, in Europe, where Aldi and Lidl originate, clerks typically sit down while working at these discount grocery stores as most of the bagging work is done by customers themselves.
Lidl and Aldi’s strategies benefit the consumer with lower prices and contribute to a more sustainable and efficient retail environment. Some no-frills stores, such as No Frills, do some of that but not nearly at the same level. Lidl and Aldi are also known for their emphasis on quality: their products must meet strict quality standards while still being affordable.
In recent years, non-traditional grocers like Costco, Dollarama, Giant Tiger and Walmart have
slowly shifted and tried to fill the discounting void we have in Canada. Costco stands out. Only 15 years ago, Costco was a mediocre food retailer, at best. Today, it processes many of its fresh products onsite, while the quality and freshness rarely disappoint. Deals are impressive, but shoppers need both a car and the space at home.
The bottom line is this. Canada needs a disruptor, a new player that will redefine competition in the grocery industry. Loblaw just converted more than a dozen stores into discount Maxi stores in Quebec simply because the company sees the writing on the proverbial wall. Grocers, coupled with the complacency of our regulators, have gotten comfortable Perhaps too comfortable.
One can only hope that either Aldi, Lidl or another non-Canadian discount grocer reads this column. Canadians are calling you.
Dr. Sylvain Charlebois is senior director of the agri-food analytics lab and a professor in food distribution and policy at Dalhousie University. © Troy Media
“This is a most beautiful campaign…. If you’re looking for a reason to proudly, without apology, post a selfie with your daughter, granddaughter, or niece on #linkedin next weekend, here it is.
Thank you to Anupam Srivastav of V4U Radio, who is launching Sunil Jaglan’s #selfiewithdaughter
You can register for this inspiring event at the link and join us at 7 pm MT/8 pm CST/9 pm EST on February 18th. https://selfiewithdaughter.org/ registration.html
Selfie with Daughter is the most heartfelt campaign in the world, signifying our love for our daughters.
This campaign has been endorsed by the head of the world’s largest democracy… India’s Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, on his radio show Mann Ki Bat which means “speak from the heart.”
I am so delighted to announce the Selfie with daughter campaign has now launched in Canada.
With India hosting the G-20—this year, this could be a milestone in encouraging bilateral ties between India and Canada.
In 2023 Canada will be privileged to attend the G20 summit, where we will commit to advancing gender equality and empowering women and girls. An app launched by former Indian President - Pranab Mukheriee also said, “it is imperative to increase awareness around female foeticide in India.” That makes 2023 the perfect year to launch the Selfie with Daughter campaign in Canada.
Selfie with Daughter was launched by Mr. Sunil Jaglan, a sarpanch (village elected official) at Bibipur, a village in Jind, Haryana, in 2015. Mr. Sunil was moved to action when he read about all the missing and murdered girls in India and the female foeticide still being practiced. International celebrities such as Madonna, Cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, Bollywood Actor Ajay Devgan, and Badminton Champion Sania Nehwal have also joined in support.
Selfie With Daughter: The man who started it all - Sunil Jaglan
Selfie with Daughter is now a movement that mobilizes social media to spread the beauty of our girls, with a proud parent beside them, to empower the girl child globally and elevate their future as women.
The Selfie with Daughter campaign is often endorsed by the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi; on his Launching Selfie with Daughter in Canada under the stewardship and guidance of Sunil Jaglan has been the most gratifying experience in breaking all taboos and narratives. Spreading smiles on the faces of “girl child” is what I always wanted to do. Anupam Srivastav, CEO of V4U Radio, is calling to reform the institutions and cultural practices that perpetuate gender biases against girls that surfaced in 2021, exposing the stark reality of the issue. “There are several contributing factors, including sex-selective abortion, neglect, and discrimination towards girl children. Biases against female children continue well after birth, including immunization rates, medical care-seeking, household food allocation, school attendance, and the share of household spending they receive”. Please join us on February 18th for our virtual event to hear from some amazing panelists, and let’s get our selfies ready with our daughters, granddaughters, nieces, cousins, and sisters! I’ll be posting a picture of my dad and me.
See you there!
with Hana Shaw
The Baroque Era brought an evolution of music, ideas, and inventions into society through the rediscovery of the power of human knowledge. This eventually faded into what we now know as the Classical Period, where these ideas and knowledge flourished. Pieces created in these eras are still listened to and enjoyed in the present day, which demonstrates the nature of the creative thinkers such as Mozart and Bach when they were at the height of their powers.
To get a complete understanding of the Baroque Era, it is essential to first recognize the meaning of the word Baroque itself. Baroque is an Italian term and stems from the word Barrocco, which is a reference word to something that has an irregular shape or is vibrant in colour or style. This gives us a clue into what the Baroque period would encompass. Both political turmoil and social instability as a result of the numerous wars occurring at this time created a sense of disparity and uneasiness amongst nations. From this, contrast was exhibited in these events throughout the world, but was also represented in art and of course, music. More variation and contrast was represented in music including the full inclusion of instruments in music rather than just voice alone and the adaptation of operas and symphonies that would perform before a large audience.
Perhaps the most important product of the Baroque Era is the composer of Sebastain Bach. He composed music for an array of instruments including the organ, violin, and orchestra. He is regarded as one of the most crucial composers in the entire history of music and introduced the world to a style of music never experienced prior.
In last week’s article, you may recall the mention of the reintroduction of Greek philosophers and thinkers into European society during the Renaissance, which in turn created a revolution of new, humanistic approaches to every aspect of culture and society. In relation to the classical period, the promotion of individual thoughts and ideas through relevant Greek thinkers was now at its peak and was in turn reflected by the music of this era.
The extravagance and flamboyance of the Renaissance Era was diminished as people began to value a more sophisticated, modest take on music. When referring to the genre of classical music, most people will think of
the numerous great composers of this time including Beethoven, Mozart, and Hayden. Despite the fact that music was veering towards a more simplistic path in terms of musical components, the size of orchestras grew enormously and performances became increasingly more popular.
Listeners began to value aspects of music that were previously not considered such as the quality of tone and use of simplistic rhythms and musical context to bring pleasure to listeners rather than impress churches and monarchy with complex, confusing, and embellished rhythms that were more prominent during the Baroque period.
With all of this aside, both periods in time contributed greatly to the development of music and the vast majority of pieces played in concert halls today are from the composers of these centuries. Both Baroque and Classical styles have unique characteristics that set them apart and both are enjoyable to listen to when these characteristics are embraced for what they are.
Next week, I will be discussing the Romantic era which also includes many well-known artists of this day, including Claude Debussy, one of my favorite pianists.
Also, I have created an email to use specifically in my articles. If you have any feedback, suggestions for topics, or writing opportunities, please don’t hesitate to contact me at hana.chestermere@gmail.com.
1. Keep it Classical, Intro to the Baroque Period of Classical Music (video), September 23 2021, link
2. Wikipedia, Johann Sebastian Bach, January 22 2023 link.
3. Wikipedia, Classical Period (music), December 31 2022, link.
If you live in a neighbourhood long enough, and if you grow to love your neighbours, you will walk in sorrow with them. Hard things, whether yours our theirs, is a shared weight. We carry our great sadnesses and sometimes we are given the gift of carrying them together for a time. In our home, we are recovering from the impact of Covid-19. My wife’s body was damaged and the recovery is long, taking time to allow for healing. Through it all, our neighbours have joined us in the patient journey, stopping by to say hi, settle in for coffee and stories, and to simply be present. They are a gift in a season of patient healing, neither worried or anxious, just delighted to be near.
Years ago one of our dear neighbours had to put down her beloved dog. We had grown to love this dog, and this family. I’ll never forget coming home one day to see my wife out on their lawn, sitting beside our neighbour, crying together. So much of the losses we carry need a friend. We do not have to carry alone.
So often, even as a pastor I feel it, we think we
need the answers. In a world of wise quotes, heart-felt wisdom, and solutions we stand back and wonder if we ever have any good thing to add to a hard situation. We may have a bucket of answers waiting to share around, but usually our best response is the courage to draw near. There are four ways that you can draw near a hurting situation. The first is to be present. As a chaplain and pastor, much of my work is to be present. At times it feels like I should do more, but I’ve learned that 90% of anything good involves just showing up, sitting close, and leaning in. Sorrow often makes us run away, but we can be those who draw near, it is the pivot that changes lives.
The second way is to take time. When I do a funeral or sit bedside at a hospital, I’ve learned that being quiet is ok. Silence is awkward to those of us on the move, but to those in sorrow, it is a gift. Listen, ask simple questions, and be attentive and give space to what God might be whispering in the moment. In the gaps is where the sprouts of healing grow.
The third way is to remember. Stages of grief and mourning might take weeks, months, years, and decades. Whatever the pace of loss, grief, or healing, we can show up again and again, reminding even the darkest corner of warmth and light. It is those who show up long after the funeral is over that offer the greatest hope. The fourth way is to offer mercy. Reynolds Price wrote that, “The whole point of learning about the human race presumably is to give it mercy.” You may or may not understand the impact of the sorrow your friend and neighbour is carrying. You may feel inclined to be cynical if they are not carrying their hard weight as easily as you might. Mercy, compassion, and grace are the gifts we give to others. It is rarely, if ever, our judgements and critique that give healing and freedom to others. Rather, it is mercy that opens doors to hope again.
You can be the healing presence in your community this week. Reach out, lean in, be courageous in mercy. In doing so you will find mercy for yourself, as you give mercy to others.
The term assistance dog is used to cover any dog that supports someone either with emotional or physical special needs. A doctor or another professional may tell you that you may benefit from having a dog to help with your disability and getting you through everyday life. Examples might include depression, anxiety, PTSD (PostTraumatic Stress Disorder), or even people who suffer from substance abuse. term
A Companion dog, unlike a Service Dog, is not specifically trained to work for its owner. They simply provide companionship as a pet. The dog may not always be allowed access to public places but they do, in their own way, save people’s lives. They do provide amazing physical and emotional health benefits and bring such joy and happiness to their owner’s lives, making life-changing differences. At the same time, a companion dog could also help the owner focus on someone other than their disorder or themselves, which could help them. In order to be classified formally as a Companion dog, the owner must have a disability or disorder, so it is not okay for just anyone to say that theirs is a companion dog.
If you think a companion dog could help you, speak to a doctor or professional to get one prescribed and registered. Of course, this is not as easy as it may sound. To begin with you cannot simply pick up a suitable dog at a pharmacy and you would need to find a health professional who is familiar with the process. It is also worth considering the kind of dog that
best suits your life style..size, breed, temperament, family, single status, work and so on. You must also keep in mind that your companion dog is a living being himself and needs to be looked after like any other dog. If you are incapable of looking after another living being, maybe a companion dog won’t be suitable. It is a big responsibility which should be well thought about before a decision is made.
Different organizations can help you with this but there may be a long waiting list, due to high demand. Dogs with Wings based in Edmonton quotes 2 to 3 years. You can find out more about their process at COMPANIONINFO-PKG.pdf (dogswithwings.ca)
An Emotional Support dog (ESA) is another name for a Companion dog and both terms are often interchangeable. It should be noted that this also varies from province to province and specific laws and policies vary considerably. It can be particularly confusing when it comes to air travel. I recently heard about a couple hoping to travel with their dog from Victoria to Calgary for Christmas. They had received clearance when purchasing their ticket, only to be refused once they were checking in at the airport and were told that their dog had to be small enough to turn around fully when in position on the flight. Another person flying from Calgary to Winnipeg with a different airline had been given permission to take her larger dog on the plane with her. So always best to check and double check before assuming that things are consistent. The following is advice given on legalline.ca Emotional Support Animals
What steps to take when planning on travelling with an ESA
Be sure you are familiar with the ESA policy of the airline you want to travel with. Contact them for more information, including any conditions that may apply, such as what type of animal is allowed.
Provide the carrier with as much information as possible if you are considering travelling with an ESA. Steps to consider include:
• Giving the carrier notice so that they may prepare accommodations.
• Providing the carrier with information pertaining to:
o The weight, length, and height of the assistance animal;
o Whether there is a connecting flight for the other carrier to prepare accommodations;
o Provide an ESA letter from a licensed mental health professional.
• Asking questions about the carriers’ policies for assistance animals (i.e., travel documentation, harnessing requirements, etc.)
Some carriers may have restrictions and limitations in place. An animal will be denied transport if it:
• Exceeds a safe size and weight
• Poses any type of health and safety threat (i.e., snakes, spiders, rodents)
• Has not been trained to behave properly in a public setting
• May cause a significant disruption to cabin service
After the cold snap blew through Alberta earlier this month, I decided the emerge from the warm and cozy confines of home to spend some quality time with the usual crowd of reprobates to celebrate the first Chinook of the year.
Fortunately, the warmest day of the week happened to February 8, coincidentally the seventh annual International Scotch Day, an idea conceived by the marketing wonks at Diageo, the world’s largest drinks company. After all, International Scotch Day in February is completely different than International Whisk(e) y Day at the end of March, or even World Whisky Day in May, or National Bourbon Day in June, and even the bizarrely similar National Scotch Day on July 27.
The jaded, world-weary, and cynical readers in the audience may harbor suspicions that all these so-called official days were made up by the distillers and drinks companies of the world as transparent attempts to gain filthy lucre, and those readers would be correct.
In particular, the differences between International Scotch Day in February and National Scotch Day in July seem pretty fuzzy to me, with the international version celebrated the world over, while the National version seems to be USA-only in scope, which seems odd for a non-American spirit.
Still, far be it from me to pass up an opportunity for a wee dram with friends, so we all made a beeline for my favourite whisky & BBQ bar, for some slow smoked brisket to be washed down with single malts.
For those new to the world of Scotch Whisky,
Nick Jeffreythere are five different classifications that are based on the ingredients and distillation methods used.
Single Malt Scotch would be the one you hear all the whisky snobs raving on about, and is made from 100% malted barley at a single distillery, distilled in a copper pot still at least twice. Despite the single part of the name, single malts may contain more than one batch of distilled malts, so long as they are from the same distillery.
Blended Malt Scotch is just like a single malt, with the exception of the different malt batches coming from different distilleries.
Single Grain Scotch uses a combination of malted barley and other unmalted cereal grains from a single distillery, but can use the fancier column still instead of the more traditional pot still. Despite the single part of the name, multiple batches of distilled spirits are permitted, so long as they are from the same distillery.
Blended Grain Scotch is just like the above, with the exception of the different batches of spirits coming from different distilleries.
Blended Scotch is the final catch-all category, and makes up 90% of the bottles you will find on the shelf at your friendly neighbourhood booze merchant. These can use any proportion of malted barley and other grains, and can be blends of any of the above types of whisky from different distilleries.
In the fullness of time, as my palate matured and my snobbery lessened, I came to appreciate why single malts made up less than 10% of the market, and how master distillers created a spirit
that was more than the sum of its parts through the magic of blending different whiskies in order to smooth off the rough edges of a single malt and create a more balanced flavour profile.
Johnnie Walker is the thundering juggernaut of the Scotch industry, selling more bottles each year than the next three competitors combined, and has held this dominant position for decades. You will find different price points of Johnnie Walker, mostly corresponding to the years spent aging in oak, with each price point a different colour on the bottle for easy identification. Whatever your whisky proclivities may be, celebrate on your own time and own way without giving in to the day-of-this or day-of-that advertising campaigns of the drinks companies of the world, and never forget that we have world-class malting barley right here in Alberta, so remember to support your local craft whisky distillers.
My favourite local whisky is from the Eau Claire Distillery in Turner Valley, available in both single malt and blended varieties. I lean towards the Rupert’s Whisky, an approachable blend first made available this past September, and available across Alberta for $36.
Being a Canadian Whisky, it does not qualify as Scotch, but Eau Claire Distillery’s Winnipegborn Master Distiller completed her schooling in Scotland, and was lured away from an Edinburgh distiller back in 2015 to produce Alberta’s first single malt whisky, every bit as good and more as its Scottish cousins. Help support your local grain farmers by picking up an Eau Claire whisky today!
Rural Primary Care Network’s continued support and resources help make this book possible. A special thanks to Quinn Wright.
The Lakeshore Manor has become the home of the OACC, and we appreciate the resources that they have made available to us during this project.
For the tireless compiling and editing, we thank the volunteers of the OACC – residents, businesses and organizations that form the membership.
Handbook content is ever-changing, and updates or suggestions for future editions are welcome by the OACC. We hope that you will provide updates and additions that will make our next edition even better!
Anchor Article - Jan 31, 2023, Edition
Older Adults’ Coalition of Chestermere (OACC)
As things get back to normal after the holiday season, the OACC will be adding guest speakers to upcoming meetings. Be sure to keep an eye out for our meeting invites. We are also doing a segment with the Chestermere Radio Station – CFTR The Rogue. Please take the time to listen in at https://cftrtherogue.com/. It is local content, and we appreciate the opportunity that Steve Jeffrey has afforded us to get our message out there. Thanks to Steve for his continued support of local not-for-profit organizations.
OACC News & Events
Well, we did a thing! The Older Adults’ Coalition of Chestermere (OACC) is pleased to announce the release of the 2023 Chestermere Older Adults’ Resource Handbook. This booklet is now available at businesses, organizations, and various locations throughout the City. A digital copy will be available on the City of Chestermere website as well.
https://www.chestermere.ca/DocumentCenter/View/20176/ Chestermere-Older-Adults-Resource-Handbook-2023
We extend our thanks to many people that participated in the making of the 2023 edition of this resource for Older Adults in Chestermere.
For the funding of this handbook, we thank the City of Chestermere, Community Grant Fund Program. The generosity of the Community Grant Fund has ensured that this valuable resource will continue to meet the needs of the older adults in Chestermere.
In-kind funding also deserves recognition and our thanks. The Calgary
On January 17, 2023 the Alberta government announced the Affordability Payment program that, beginning January 18, 2023, “… eligible seniors and parents can apply for $600 in affordability payments over six months to help offset inflationary pressures. Eligible households can apply for affordability payments for each child under 18 and each senior 65 and up which will help to keep Alberta affordable.” The website announcement also states that:
“The secure online application portal will launch on January 18 at 9 a.m. Families with household incomes below $180,000 are eligible to receive $100 per month for six months for each dependent child under 18. Seniors 65 or older who have household incomes below $180,000 and do not receive the Alberta Seniors Benefit can also apply for monthly payments.
Anyone who cannot easily go online can apply in person through any registry agent or Alberta Supports to receive support in 50 locations and over 100 languages during regular business hours.
Applications will be accepted any time between January 18 and June 30, 2023. Once the application process is completed, most Albertans will receive payments at the end of that month. The exact timing will vary.”
With the rising inflation impacts on families, this is a welcome announcement for our older adult community. The release went on to say that some payments will be received automatically. Here is the link for full details: https://www.alberta.ca/release.cfm?xID=863948C59A4EFCC45-3DFE-F942A72ABCBB7E40
Rocky View Adult Learning has just released dates of their English Language Learning (ELL) classes in Chestermere. They will run from February 27, 2023 – May 15, 2023 on Monday and Wednesday evenings from 6:30pm – 9:00pm. Please go to adultlearning.rockyview.ab.ca to register. There is a cost for this course.
Mark your calendars – 2023 Spring Energizer Night is on March 29, 2023
from 6:30pm – 8:30pm at the Chestermere Rec Centre, MPP Room (organized by Macaroni Kids). OACC will be there so please stop by and see us!
News & Views on Health
Happy Heart Month from your local CRPCN! The new Chestermere Family Medical Center is open in Kinniburgh and accepting new Patients. This is a CRPCN Clinic, meaning they have access and support to our CRPCN Team of Professionals, Dietician, Diabetic Nurse, Footcare Specialist, Registered Nurse, and Behavior Specialist. This Clinic is the only Walkin Clinic for the general public (you don’t have to be their patient) in Chestermere, and they are open on Saturdays.
The launch of Conversation Café was delayed due to unforeseen circumstances and is rescheduled to Monday, February 27, 2023. This event is intended to support caregivers and family members of those working with Dementia or memory loss. Many thanks to Don Montpetit for bringing this well needed support to our city. Regardless of where you or your family member is in the dementia journey, it is a casual conversation setting offering peer support. Family members and dementia patients are welcome to join in. Thanks to Don’s initiative and the support of Calgary Rural Primary Care Network (CRPCN), Older Adults’ Coalition of Chestermere (OACC), Lakeshore Manor and the Chestermere Whitecappers Association, the first Chestermere Chapter – Conversation Café is set to take place on, Monday, February 27, 2023, from 2:00pm – 4:00pm at Lakeshore Manor (200 Marina Drive, Chestermere). Future meetings will be held on the 4th Monday of every month. You can contact Don at 403-
473-1564 or check out the link for more information: https:// dementianetworkcalgary.ca/event/ new-chestermere-conversationcafe-in-person/
CRPCN continues to offer online courses that are available to anyone – free of charge. Check out www. CRPCN.ca to see what courses are available and to register. Topics include: Anxiety to Calm, Craving Change and Happiness Basics.
Join the Older Adults’ Coalition of Chestermere
Are you an older adult? Do you live or work in Chestermere or the immediate surrounding area? Do you want to engage and/or volunteer in the community with similar residents? Do you have family that fits this demographic that you care for or have living in Chestermere? Did you know that as a business or organization that has an interest in providing services or programs for our older adults you are more than welcome to be a member of OACC? We welcome adult children of older adults, caregivers, educators, agencies, service organizations, funders, community partners and the community at large. The common goal is to work for the betterment of older adults in our community.
Please join us at our next monthly meeting! We meet the 3rd Wednesday of the month.
OACC – Next Meeting –Wednesday, February 15, 1:30PM – 3:30PM Lakeshore Manor (200 Marina Drive, Chestermere). While walk-ins are welcome to our meetings, kindly RSVP. Please email Joanne jumpmaster2@ shaw.ca or Betty illingw8@telus. net or Shannon shannon.fetterly@ lakeshoremanor.ca.
The OACC welcomes community businesses, organizations, and service providers to join our meetings as a guest speaker. If you are interested, please reach out to Joanne, Betty, or Shannon.
The Chestermere Older Adults’ Resource Handbooks (2023) are available at the Older Adults’ Coalition of Chestermere meetings. They are also available at the Chestermere Library, Whitecappers Association, Lakeshore Manor, and Synergy. Please pick yours up or take one for a neighbour. You can also access these books by contacting the City of Chestermere at 403207- 7079 or online at https://www.chestermere.ca/DocumentCenter/ View/20176/Chestermere-Older-Adults-Resource-Handbook-2023
Lakeshore Manor also provides a wide variety of resources and information for Older Adults within our community. They can be contacted at 587-349-7444 or online at https://lakeshoremanor.ca
Chestermere Community Services
The City of Chestermere website also has some great resources for older adults and seniors programming, events, and information! https://www. chestermere.ca/658/Programs-for-Seniors
Community Support Services ........................ 403-207-7079 Text option. 403-826-2611
CSS offers programs and services to enhance the well-being of individuals, families, and communities in Chestermere. They provide free and confidential services related to social support, information, and referrals to local resources. Email: crcinfo@chestermere.ca
100 Women Who Care (or 100 Men/People/Kids
100 Women Who Care
Who Care) groups are making a difference in their communities around the world by strengthening and growing the giving circle movement.
100 Women Who Care Chestermere launched in mid-October 2021, and the first giving circle meeting was held on February 3, 2022. At that meeting, $3,100 was donated to the Community Therapy Dogs Society.
100 Women Who Care Chestermere is a group of local women who care about the Chestermere community and want to make a big impact within the community, but don’t necessarily have the time to commit to helping make that impact. Members commit to four one-hour meetings a year and donate $100 to a local charity or not for profit organization voted on by the members at each meeting. The next meeting is Thursday, November 3, 2022. If you would like to join and help make a huge impact in the community, please visit our website chestermere100.ca.
Older Adults
Coalition of Chestermere Meeting
When: TBA
Time: Wednesday, February 15, 1:30pm – 3:30pm
Where: Lakeshore Manor, 200 Marina Drive, Chestermere RSVP: jumpmaster2@shaw.ca or illingw8@telus.net
Walk-ins welcome, RSVP appreciated
Chestermere Lions Club
Meets on the 4th Wednesday of each month at 7:00pm Meetings are currently by zoom. Checkout our facebook page for more information,
Chestermere Christian Fellowship Services: Sunday 10:00 am
Pastor Vince VanderVeen 403-204-2079
1.6 km north of Hwy 1 on Conrich Road
Camp Chestermere Camp Chestermere is OPEN for Day Care, Rentals, and Community Events! We’ve even opened up registration for Summer 2021 Day and Overnight Camps! We are constantly reviewing and updating our policies to fall in line with current COVID protocols. Contact us today to find out how we can serve you and your needs.
The Chestermere Fine Art Guild
The Chestermere Fine Art Guild meets every Thursday at 1pm, at the Recreation Centre North side, upstairs in room 2. Come and explore your artistic potential. Welcoming new members beginner to advanced. Like us on Facebook and email chestermereartguild@gmail.com
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, including summer. Quilting experience not required, new members welcome. For more information please contact Joyce at 403-383-1940.
St. Gabriel's the Archangel Parish
Catholics in Chestermere: Weekend masses are now open for public celebration without seating restrictions at St. Gabriel’s Catholic School (197 Invermere Dr.). There is no longer advanced registration required to attend mass (Saturday 5 pm, Sunday 9 am, and 10:30 am), but please stay home if you feel sick that day. For more information please call 403-455-0196
The Rotary Club Of Chestermere
Holds virtual meetings via Zoom on the 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the Month at 5:00pm and hosts in-person “Socials” at local venues on the last Wednesday of the month.
Guests are warmly welcomed to “Zoom in” to our virtual meeting or join us for some social time when they can!
Please email us for more information at: rotarychestermere@gmail.com
Check out our website at: www.rotarychestermere.org
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HIDES
It is with profound sadness, the family of Jack Hides announce his peaceful passing after a short battle with cancer at the South Health Campus on February 3, 2023 at the age of 92 with his loving wife of 66 years, Ruby, and family nearby.
As per Dad’s wishes there will not be a funeral.