Beaumont Newsletter

MARCH 2019

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BRAND REFRESH Beaumont is proud to introduce our new look to our community. This brand was developed with the help of a diverse community advisory group with Beaumont's rich heritage, cultural integrity, and vibrant spirit in mind.

This logo uses a crisp and clean font that projects a modern but classic look. The logo’s overall aesthetic speaks to the commitment of growing into a modern city, but never at the expense of the authenticity and history that have played an integral part of Beaumont’s development into a thriving community.

The colour palette is timeless and youthful, which speaks to the vibrancy of the community.

These memorable tones will give Beaumont a fresh and exciting look that will set it apart from surrounding communities.

The unique icon draws inspiration from organic shapes and lines found throughout French architecture and patterns, as well as from the iconic hill Beaumont is built on.

The brand transition process won’t happen overnight; it’s a process that will continue after we’ve launched the new Beaumont Brand Identity. The priority is to use proper planning to transition in a coordinated and collaborative manner.

As our extraordinary and historic brand reveal journey continues, we offer special thanks and recognition to the community members who gave their expertise and input on the Team Refresh Panel: Curtis Haley | Director of ATB entrepreneur Centre YEG and President of Beaumont Chamber of Commerce Jared James | Youth of the year 2017 Rebecca Munchrath | Youth of the year 2018 Steve Rumley | Former VP at EIA and Beaumont resident Sylvia Cheverie | Beaumont resident and family have been here for over 100 years Vicki Walker | Beaumont resident and representing seniors’ demography This new brand is not only a brand for today but also a brand identity that will grow with us.

Learn more at beaumont.ab.ca/575 .

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MAYOR AND COUNCIL CONTACT INFORMATION Mayor John Stewart 780-293-5650 Councillor Kathy Barnhart 780-721-5504 Councillor Bill Daneluik 587-357-5206 Councillor Perry Hendriks 780-929-5102 Councillor Sam Munckhof-Swain 780-690-0031 Councillor Martin Stout 780-904-9623 Councillor Steven vanNieuwkerk 780-991-0871 Email links for Mayor and Council are online at beaumont.ab.ca/council .

FCSS 2018 Communiqué Report 2018 was a very busy year for Family & Community Support Services (FCSS) in Beaumont. In addition to hosting some very successful events , FCSS embarked on the development of a Social Master Plan that will strategically guide and manage the direction of social well-being for Beaumont through 2029. The Social Master Plan will be delivered to Council later this year.

FCSS hosted our 4th annual Amazing Race in April, bringing together families for an intergenerational event, as part of our ongoing Family Fun Night series.

FCSS welcomed the community to their 3rd annual Family BBQ in August. Over 200 people attended and participated in a variety of activities including

In 2018, FCSS was able to facilitate the upgrade of the Beaumont Skatepark, in partnership with the BKT Foundation and Lions Club. The upgrade will act as a physical memorial for three young men from our community killed by a drunk driver.

In November, Beaumont’s FCSS partnered with local agencies to help raise awareness in preventing family violence during our 6th annual Climb a Hill for Jill. The event challenges participants to walk from St. Columba Anglican Church up to the Chantal Bérubé Youth Centre wearing high heels.

sparkle tattoos, rock painting, games and more. This event continues to grow year after year.

In early September, FCSS hosted our largest Movie in the Park to date, with over 1000 residents in attendance! “Incredibles 2” brought families and friends together to watch the movie outside in ideal weather conditions!

It was definitely an event to remember.

Along with all the special events FCSS hosted they also delivered the following programs for children and youth in the community: •

5 Home Alone courses throughout the year with 72 kids ages 9-11 taking the course.

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2 Beautiful from the Inside Out Courses that focus on girls ages 9-11 building self-esteem and confidence. 30 girls took part in these two sessions.

• A weeklong girl’s summer camp focusing on what it means to be a girl, individuality and self-esteem was held in July.

The girls participated in a variety of activities including yoga, wildlife presentation where they met a porcupine, women in leadership sessions and more.

FCSS also works in partnership with schools facilitating groups focusing on various topics including family change, girl’s groups, boys groups, emotional regulation and friendship groups working with an estimated 95 children.

Chantal Bérubé Youth Centre(CBYC): The centre celebrated our 14th birthday with burgers and a Fortnite themed party!

Along with the help of some valuable community volunteers, FCSS helped 28 families file their 2018

income tax returns through the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program.

Beaumont-Nisku Christmas Elves and FCSS helped to ensure that

70 families received Christmas Hampers this year.

Beaumont FCSS Outreach Home Support Program helped 25 seniors remain independent in their own homes by offering light housekeeping.

We have added programs to the CBYC in the fall of 2018! We offered Paint Nights, Yoga for Anxiety, Journey Through Grief Sessions, and a Dungeons and Dragons Youth Group!

Jarrod James was 2018’s Youth of the Year!

A review of Child Care Services was initiated by City Council in the fall of 2018 and is currently being conducted by Grant Thornton Consulting. An initial report was submitted to Council in December 2018, the report can be found at http://bit.ly/ChildCareReview . Community consultation groups will be scheduled in the spring of 2019 with a final report going to Council in June 2019.

Beaumont Child Care Services continues to provide quality child care in our community and serve as a model for other child care centres within the province.

FCSS also facilitated the “Roots of Empathy” program in schools. This program helps children develop empathy & emotional literacy.

FCSS co-facilitated a navigating motherhood group for mom’s struggling with postpartum depression and anxiety.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Policing Priorities Survey Feb. 22 to Mar. 22

Online Now Friday April 12, 2019 Volunteer Appreciation Calling all of our amazing community volunteers! Come, sit-back and take a moment to recognize and honour your volunteer accomplishments and contributions at Beaumont's annual Volunteer Appreciation event. Awards for the Philip Ki Jooh Oh Volunteer of the Year and Youth Volunteer of the Year are announced at this event. Stay tuned for details on the 2019 celebration and award nomination deadline.

Tickets will be available through Community Volunteer Organizations

The RCMP 2019/2020 Policing Priorities Survey is now open to Beaumont’s residents till March 22, 2019. This survey intends to ensure there is community input in the development of the Beaumont's RCMP policing priorities. Policing priorities are established annually to provide the RCMP is appropriately addressing the needs of the community.

In addition to calls for service, members focus on the policing issues identified by the public as being most important. Information collected from this survey will be reviewed and considered by the Beaumont RCMP, the Community Advisory Committee, and the City Council.

Take the survey now beaumont.ab.ca/266 .

Scheduled Non-Operational Days for Beaumont Transit • Good Friday, April 19, 2019 • Easter Monday, April 22, 2019 • Victoria Day, May 20, 2019

Saturday, May 4, 2019 Communities in Bloom Pancake Breakfast Beaumont Community Centre Kick-off spring with a free Pancake Breakfast! There will be activities for kids and a Community Fair of non-profit organizations and program partners with information and products for beautifying your outdoor spaces this season.

Important Waste Management Dates • Rain Barrel Sales pre-order sales will be starting in April 2019, watch Beaumont.ab.ca/150 and Beaumont News for details. Pick up will be on May 25, 2019 at the Operations Facility (24130 Township Road 510) 8:30 AM -1:00 PM. • Composter Sales on May 25, 2019 at the Operations Facility (24130 Township Road 510) 8:30 AM -1:00 PM. • Electronics and Hazardous Waste Roundup May 25, 2019 at the Operations Facility (24130 Township Road 510) 8:30 AM-1:00 PM. Onsite shredding will be added this year.

Details on all activities can be found online at beaumont.ab.ca/events . fb.com/BeaumontAB |

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