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April 2014

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But that’s not all! Each ticket also gives you the chance to instantly win a free prize or discount coupon, and a PIN number that can be entered online for even more chances to win.

Congratulations to all of the Calgary Co-op members who have already won in this year’s Fuel Up to Win: Free Gas for a Year: Jonathan MacBurnie, Barbara Matiakis

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Fresh on the Grill Get ready for grilling season with a great new offering from your Calgary Co-op meat department.

We are pleased to now offer delicious in-store made beef and chicken kabobs with fresh vegetables at all of our food centres.

Choose from Marinated Three Pepper Beef, Marinated Brazilian Beef and Beef Kabobs, or Marinated Caribbean Jerk Chicken, Souvlaki Chicken and Chicken Kabobs.

It’s all the taste without any of the work. Try the new fresh Beef and Chicken Kabobs now available at Calgary Co-op.

Co-op Travel is Fabulous at 40!

We all know Co-op Travel is fabulous.

But did you know we’re turning 40?

Not everyone celebrates 40 years in business. But thanks to the loyalty of our members, Co-op Travel has been helping Calgarians explore the world since 1974.

To thank you for your continued support, when you book any of our website offers during the month of April, you are eligible to receive a $40 Co-op Travel gift card*, per booking.

Let our professional travel consultants help plan your perfect vacation as we celebrate 40 years of dedicated service. *Terms and conditions apply.

Quality Service, Quality Gasoline When you fill up at Calgary Co-op gas bars, you not only receive impeccable service and great value, you are also receiving gasoline blended with an additive package that meets the highest standards by Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM’s). Many of our members operate equipment the cannot burn fuel containing ethanol. We would like to assure those members that all grades of Calgary Co-op gasoline do not contain ethanol at our locations in Calgary, Airdrie, High River, Okotoks and Strathmore.

Fuel up today and discover the Calgary Co-op difference – a member refund that saved members six cents per litre in 2013 and three cents per litre in grocery saving coupons each time you fuel up.

For top quality gasoline and full service at self-serve prices, make your first stop a Calgary Co-op gas bar.

More than Just a Pharmacy Help is in store at Calgary Co-op Pharmacies.We all have questions about our health now and then. And sometimes these questions seem too small to bring up with a health care provider. At times like these, Calgary Co-op pharmacists are here to help.

From travel health services to smoking cessation, or even a full review of your medications, there is no question too small. Talk to your Calgary Co-op pharmacist today to learn more about our gluten awareness program. Our pharmacists can conduct a gluten sensitivity screening in just 15 minutes, teach you gluten avoidance tips and can even direct you to the gluten-free options carried in store.

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Resolution Update During the 57th Annual General Meeting of Calgary Co-op held on March 10, 2014, members were provided with an update regarding the eggs and pork resolution passed at the 2013 AGM. This resolution stated “that Calgary Co-op phase out the sale of eggs and pork sourced from intensive confinement cages (sow/gestation stalls and battery cages) within the next five years, since this type of intensive confinement has been widely viewed as inhumane and that in the interim, Calgary Co-op work with suppliers to find alternatives not sourced from these types of intensive confinement cages.”

We are pleased to tell announce that within eight months of the passing of this resolution, Calgary Co-op met the interim standards.

At the time of the vote,Calgary Co-op already offered free range,free run and organic eggs,and has since put a greater emphasis on the promotion of these products. However, we did not have a pork offering that met this resolution. As a result, our management team immediately began meeting with local farmers, producers and industry experts to determine how we could achieve this goal.

As of November 2013, we now exclusively offer Co-op Perfect Pork at all of our locations - fresh, open pen raised 100% Alberta pork that is vegetable grain fed with no hormones. In January, we began offering Co-op Perfect Beef 100% Alberta Angus beef that is range fed with no hormones or antibiotics. Calgary Co-op is pleased to be the only local retailer to offer 100% Alberta beef – beef that’s bred, born, fed, raised and processed only in Alberta. Further, in February of 2014, we introduced Co-op Perfect Goat – free range Alberta fresh spring goat that is grass and grain fed with no antibiotics or hormones.

All of these products were investigated, sourced and presented to our members within one year of the resolution being passed. No other grocery retailer has been able to provide these options and in such a short amount of time.

As a locally-owned and operated co-operative, Calgary Co-op believes in listening to our members and adjusting our business to meet their changing needs. We are proud to share these exclusive new products and encourage you to visit your local Calgary Co-op for the opportunity to try these new items!

Calgary Co-op Community Foundation It has been just over a year since the Co-op Community Foundation was launched. In that time, our members and Calgary Co-op have made a difference in the lives of those in our communities.

The Foundation is the cornerstone of Calgary Co-op’s community investment strategy.

Our mandate is to invest in local youth programs, education, preventative health and poverty relief.

Some of the not for profit groups and charities we support are the Mustard Seed, Meals on Wheels, EMS Foundation Project Smile, Canadian Legacy Fund (which supports veterans food banks) and Brown Bagging for Calgary’s Kids.

Our members are able to support the Foundation by participating in the 3 cent bag reuse program when shopping at our centres, by donating your member refund cheque each February, or making a donation throughout the year. Cash donations of $20.00 or more will receive a tax receipt.

For more information regarding the Co-op Community Foundation and how you can participate please visit our website or call 403-219-6025, ext 6175.

The Board Report The results of the 2014 Director Election were announced at the Calgary Co-op AGM held March 10. We are pleased to announce that as a result of your votes, Terry Geib, Roy Goodall and Peggy LeSueur will each be joining the Board for a three year term.

Following the AGM, the Board Reorganization Meeting was held where Laura Sullivan was elected as Chair, Terry Geib as Vice Chair and Elaine Smith will serve as Board Secretary.

Even though the year has just begun, your Board has already been dedicating efforts to fill a recently vacated position.

Due to personal commitments, Lisa Wise is unable to fulfill her full term as Director. With one year remaining in her term, the Board could choose to leave the position vacant or appoint an individual to complete the term.

Based on a recommendation from the Nominating Committee, the Board considered the two candidates who were tied with the fourth highest number of votes in our recent Director Election. A suitable replacement was then determined through a GAP analysis and our skills matrix.

We are pleased to announce that Mark Gerlitz has been appointed to your Board and will serve as a Director for the one year remainder of the vacated term.

On behalf of Calgary Co-op, we wish to warmly welcome Mark to the Board.

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Local products Co-op Perfect Bison Bison is well known for its unique nutritional value.

The content of protein, minerals and fatty acids found within this meat not only has a greater concentration, but also fewer calories per 100 gram serving than any other meat product. Bison actually thrive best when raised in a natural environment which makes our latest Co-op Perfect offering so exciting.

Calgary Co-op is pleased to now offer fresh ground Co-op Perfect Bison at all of our food centres – 100% Alberta bison, range fed and grain finished with no antibiotics or added hormones. Subtly rich in flavour and low in fat content, Co-op Perfect Bison makes a healthy addition to your family’s favourite dish.

vision To enhance everyday living with life’s essentials

mission We deliver great products and exceptional service our communities value

we value Community commitment Caring service Great quality

Co-op Perfect Sausages Why stop at bison? Calgary Co-op is very pleased to also now offer two incredible varieties of Co-op Perfect Sausage!

These sausages are exclusively made for Calgary Co-op by Spolumbo’s with fresh Alberta open pen raised Co-op Perfect Pork.

Tantalize your tastebuds with two exciting flavours: Maple Bacon Sausage and Salt & Pepper.Try them today – now available at all Calgary Co-op food centres.

Green and Growing The fresh tomato crop from Paradise Hill Farm in Nanton is just about ready and we cannot wait to enjoy a long summer of enjoying these delicious tomatoes that are exclusive to Calgary Co-op. Deliveries of these tomatoes will begin in the next few weeks.

But that’s not all Paradise Hill Farm has to offer.

We are very pleased to announce that we will now be carrying live basil plants from Paradise Hill Farm at all Calgary Co-op locations.

We are very excited to bring our members this fresh new offering to pair with the quality tomatoes you have come to know and love, from a local grower you can trust.

Managing Editor Karen Allan Contributing Writers Sarah Boutron Laura Babin Woody Stelnicki Calgary Co-operative Association Limited #110, 151 - 86 Avenue SE Calgary, Alberta T2H 3A5 403-219-6025 www.calgarycoop.com

The presentation of information in this publication does not form or imply any legal or other obligations with readers. The information in this publication is public information. While we strive for accuracy, it is possible that the information in this publication may contain errors or omissions and we disclaim any liability for any such errors or omissions.

Tandoori Goat Curry • 1 kg cubed Co-op Perfect goat meat, bone-in • 500 g Greek yogurt • 2 oz. canola oil • 2 bay leaves • 1 cup yellow onion, diced • 2 Tbsp. fresh ginger, minced • 2 Tbsp. fresh garlic, minced • 1 ½ cups potatoes, peeled and diced

• 28 fl. oz. can diced tomatoes • 2 x 400 mL cans coconut milk • Tandoori spices (dry or sauce)

Bison Meatloaf Meatloaf: • 1 cup breadcrumbs • ½ cup milk • Onion, coarsely grated • 2-3 garlic cloves, crushed • ½ cup tomato sauce (or ketchup) • 1 egg • 2 lb Co-op Perfect ground bison • Salt and pepper to taste

Sauce: • ¼ cup ketchup, tomato sauce or chili sauce • 1 Tbsp. brown sugar • 1 Tbsp. grainy mustard

Hoisin Pork Lettuce Wraps • 1 lb Co-op Perfect pork loin, cut into 1-inch strips • Drizzle of oil • Small onion, chopped • Red pepper, chopped • 1 cup fresh mushrooms, chopped • 1 Tbsp. fresh ginger, grated • 2 or 3 garlic cloves, crushed • 1/3 cup Hoisin sauce • Lettuce leaves, Romaine or butter

Tandoori Goat Curry Combine yogurt with tandoori spices. If using a dry tandoori spice mix, use 4-6 Tbsp. If using a prepared tandoori sauce, use 3 cups. Whisk well to combine, pour over goat cubes. Toss to combine, cover and refrigerate overnight.

Heat oil in a heavy bottomed skillet. While it heats up, drain the goat meat out of the yogurt marinade and reserve the marinade for later. Sear goat cubes in hot oil until browned on all sides. Transfer the seared goat to the slow cooker.

Add a splash of oil to the same skillet and sauté onions, ginger, garlic and potatoes until soft. Add tomatoes, coconut milk, remaining yogurt marinade and bring to a boil. Use a wooden spoon to scrape the bottom of the skillet clean – that’s all flavour !

Pour sauce and vegetables directly over top of the seared goat in the slow cooker. Add hot water so the goat is 90% submerged. Add bay leaves, cover and set slow cooker to simmer slowly – at least 6 hours and up to 8 or 9. Serve hot with fresh basmati rice. Remember to watch out for the bones.

Bison Meatloaf In a large bowl, soak breadcrumbs in milk.

Add onion, garlic cloves, tomato sauce (or ketchup), egg and bison. Season with salt and pepper.

Mix gently with your hands (overworking it will make the mixture tough) and shape into a loaf pan.

Bake at 350°F for one hour. After 30 minutes, brush with a glaze made of ketchup, tomato sauce or chili sauce, brown sugar and grainy mustard.

Serves 6-8

Hoisin Pork Lettuce Wraps In a large, heavy skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat and sauté onion and red pepper until soft.

Add pork loin, mushrooms, ginger and garlic cloves.

Cook, stirring, until the meat is no longer pink and all excess moisture is cooked off.

Add hoisin sauce and stir to heat through. Serve with small romaine or butter lettuce leaves.

To eat, spoon some filling into a leaf, wrap and eat.

Serves 6