CFB Edmonton - Welcome to Edmonton booklet

Welcome to

CFB Edmonton

The Edmonton Garrison Military Family Resource Centre (MFRC) supports our military families.

Welcome to Edmonton Dear Military Member & Family: On behalf of the Edmonton Garrison Military Family Resource Centre (MFRC), I would like to take this opportunity to officially welcome you to your new home. I hope that you are settling well into your new community. If there is anything you need in order to ease your transition to living in the Edmonton area please do not hesitate to call, or come into the MFRC in person. We would like to offer you our help and support.

The MFRC is here specifically for you. Our mission is to provide support and resources, programs and services for military families to meet the unique challenges of military life. In short, we are passionate about supporting you and your family!

To find out about the programs and services the MFRC has available for you and your family we recommend that you regularly visit the MFRC website at www.CAFconnection.ca/Edmonton.

This is a great place to begin gathering information you may need to settle into your new life in the west! If you require access to a computer with Internet access, please come into the MFRC and make use of the free Computer Lab. In your Welcome Package you will find various resources with helpful information for you and your family about the Edmonton Garrison and the Greater Edmonton Area.

If you have any questions or concerns please call our reception desk at (780) 973-4011 ext. 6300.

We look forward to meeting you and your family and providing you with a tour of our Centre.

Sincerely,

Roza Parlin Executive Director

Table of Contents Welcome to Edmonton 2 Military Family Resource Centre 4-7 Base/Military Services 8-10 About Edmonton 11 Alberta Health Care 12-13 Driving 14 Education 15-17 Employment Resources 18 Francophone Resources 19 Living in Edmonton 20-29 Points of Interest 30-32 Moving Checklist 33-36 Quick Reference Phone List 37 Edmonton Garrison Maps 38-39

Military Family Resource Centre 4 Edmonton Garrison Military Family Resource Centre Building 161 Mons Avenue & RR 244 Lancaster Park, Alberta T0A 2H0

Phone: (780) 973-4011 ext. 6300 Fax: (780) 973-1401 Email: information@mfrcedmonton.com Web site: www.CAFconnection.ca/Edmonton

Military Families: Strength Behind the Uniform About Us

The Edmonton Garrison Military Family Resource Centre (MFRC) is a non-profit society registered under the Alberta Society’s Act. The agency is also registered with Revenue Canada as a charitable organization.

Edmonton is part of a national network of 32 MFRCs, providing mandated services and responding to community need through positive action, education and support.

We are governed by a volunteer Board of Directors comprised of military spouses, CF members, and ex-officio members.

Our MFRC depends on the talents and skills of these dedicated volunteers to make guiding decisions.

Absences from family support systems, difficulties during deployments, solo parenting or coping with an injury or loss are realities for military families: realities which can have a significant impact on family well-being.

Our Mission

The Edmonton Garrison Military Family Resource Centre supports military families as they navigate the unique challenges of military life through programs and services that enhance their strength and resilience.

www.CAFconnection.ca/Edmonton | Facebook@EdmontonMFRC | Twitter@EdmontonMFRC

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Military Families: Strength Behind the Uniform

For over 25 years, the Edmonton Garrison Military Family Resource Centre has been committed to supporting families as they navigate the unique challenges of military life through programs, resources and services that enhance strength and resilience. In addition to special events and workshops, we offer: Child/Youth Development and Parenting Support • Drop-in Youth Centre • Full-time Day Care, Casual Care and Out of School Child Care • Parent/caregiver education and support • Playschool and Terrific Twos program • Special Needs Information & Referral Community Development and Integration • Community Outreach and Development • Information and Referral Services • Employment Referral and Assistance • Second Language Services • Volunteer Opportunities

Mental Health and Wellness • Assessment and Referral Services • Conflict Management Services • Confidential, Short-term Counselling and Crisis Support • Peer Support Groups • Preventative Workshops • Support to caregivers and children coping with illness, injury and/or loss • Youth Worker Veteran Family Support • Enhanced Information and Referral Services • Transition Programs • Access to Intervention Support

Deployment Support • Resources, programs, activities www.CAFconnection.ca/Edmonton | Facebook@EdmontonMFRC | Twitter@EdmontonMFRC

Military Family Resource Centre 6 The MFRC also offers: Build-a-Bear Deployment Program Children of deployed parents may be eligible to receive a $15 gift certificate to a Build-a-Bear workshop. Many people like to put a voice recording in the teddy with a special message from the deployed parent. Having a special stuffed friend to hug and being able to hear their deployed parent’s voice can help children keep mom or dad close to their heart throughout the deployment. To receive your free gift certificate please visit the MFRC front desk.

Business Registry The MFRC Business Registry is a collection of small or home-based businesses run by members of the military community. Paid membership provides community members the opportunity for exposure within the Edmonton Garrison via our business board, website and Business Registry pamphlet. If you would like to have your business listed or for more information on the MFRC Business Registry phone the Community Development Coordinator at (780) 973-4011 ext. 2285.

Community Coffee Whether you are new to the Garrison or have been here forever, this drop-in monthly coffee is a great opportunity for you to meet other military families, MFRC staff, volunteers and our partners. Join us for complimentary Tim Hortons coffee and Timbits (generously donated by our Lancaster Park Tim Hortons), while getting to know others and find out what is happening in your community. We hope to see you there!

Computer Lab In order to better serve you the MFRC offers free Internet access. There are three computers available with access to a printer. This service is offered Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Supervised internet access is also available for teens at the Youth Centre.

Language Services (services disponibles en français) Language Services provides training, resources, information, services and activities to assist military families integrating into the community. We work with Francophone community agencies to research and develop programs based on the suggestions and needs of the community; in order to facilitate integration into this new community. Contact the Language Services Coordinator at (780) 973-4011 ext. 5081.

Outreach We strive to connect with and be a resource to our military families living in outlying communities. If you live off the base and would like to connect with other military families in your community, or find out about events, programs, resources and networking opportunities available in your area, please contact our Community Development Coordinator at (780) 973-4011 ext. 2285.

www.CAFconnection.ca/Edmonton | Facebook@EdmontonMFRC | Twitter@EdmontonMFRC

Military Family Resource Centre 7 Special Needs Support, Information and Referral The MFRC offers support, information and referral to caregivers of children, youth and adults with disabilities.

Support for individuals with disabilities is also offered. A list of resources and local support services is available to meet the unique needs of each family.

Services offered: Information Sessions, Access to Support and Resources, Assistance in Obtaining Funding, Networking Opportunities, Referrals to Community Agencies.

Special Needs Peer Support Group This informative and supportive group offers parent-to-parent peer support and networking for families with children/adults with special needs. Families will have the opportunity to connect with other agencies, professionals and families with similar concerns.

Volunteer Opportunities The MFRC depends on passionate people, eager to support our military families. Volunteering will give you an opportunity to give back to an area you’re interested in, can be a great way to meet new friends, cultivate a sense of community, learn new skills, and gain valuable experience. There are many volunteer opportunities throughout the year, which suit a wide variety of interests. If volunteering your time is an investment you would like to make, please make an appointment with our Community Development Coordinator at (780) 973-4011 ext. 2285. Find current MFRC volunteer opportunities by visiting our website at www.CAFconnection.ca/Edmonton.

Youth Centre The MFRC Youth Centre is located within the MFRC, it exists to provide all-inclusive structured and non-structured programs, social opportunities and leisure activities for youth between the ages of 9 to 17 years of age from military families. We are open various days during the week as well as some weekends.

Equipped with a pool table, foosball table, ping pong tables, air hockey, and tons of board games. It is furnished with a big screen TV, as well as an extensive music and video collection for Nintendo Wii, Xbox and Sony PS3 game systems. The youth centre also offers a fully stocked canteen and two dedicated computers and interlinked gaming computers. Some structured activities include Dances, various tournaments, pizza and movie nights. For more information contact our Youth Outreach Supervisors at (780) 973-4011 ext. 6324, visit our website at www.CAFconnection.ca/Edmonton or pick up the latest Calendar at the youth centre.

Welcome Line Welcome Line services welcome new CAF members and their families to the Edmonton area and initiate contact with them. They answer any questions they may have about settling into their new community and inform families about our programs and services that may be of interest to them.

www.CAFconnection.ca/Edmonton | Facebook@EdmontonMFRC | Twitter@EdmontonMFRC

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Canadian Forces Member Assistance Program (CFMAP) 1-800-268-7708 CFMAP is a voluntary and confidential service, initiated by the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) to help members (Regular Force, all Reserve Class Members, Cadets) and family members who have personal concerns that affect their personal well-being and/or work performance. It is offered by the Employee Assistance Services of Health Canada in partnership with the Canadian Armed Forces.

They can assist with concerns such as marital and family related issues, interpersonal relations, personal and emotional, work-related stress and burn-out, harassment and sexual assault, addictions to alcohol, drugs and prescription drugs, any other concerns that affect or could affect personal well-being and/or work performance.

This is a voluntary program. Any individual wishing to talk to a professional counsellor or to make an appointment can simply call the Member Assistance Program, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

CANEX Established in 1968, CANEX is a retail operation made up of a number of stores and services, designed specifically to meet the needs of the military community. Visit CFB Edmonton’s CANEX Retail, ExpressMart and Liquor Store at Bldgs 297 & 299.

Chaplains On base there is a team of padres (pastors, ministers, priests) dedicated to supporting our military members and their families. Padres specialize in spiritual guidance and bereavement and separation and relational counselling. The Protestant Chapel is also the location of our Lancaster Park Food Bank. Services include worship, youth group, choir, baptism, confirmation, marriage preparation, Sunday School, mass, confession, sacrament of the sick and more.

Protestant Chapel (780) 973-4011 ext. 4999 Building 182 – Mons Ave & San Fortunato

Catholic Chapel (780) 973-4011 ext. 4999 Building 183 – Mons Ave & San Fortunato

Community Recreation The Community & Recreation is responsible for the development, facilitation and efficient management of community and recreation services for CFB Edmonton. You don’t have to be a military member to join CR or to participate in any of the programs. Membership is voluntary and military members are not required to purchase a CR membership to use the Military Fitness Centre or to participate in Intersection/Base team sports. However, a valid CR membership is required to be able to join a recreation club, to attend CR open skate times, to receive program registration discounts and for non-military family members to use the Military Fitness Centre without having to pay the facility drop-in fee.

PSP Edmonton’s website www.CAFconnection.ca/Edmonton offers detailed information and online program registration, including membership, programs, aquatics, RV Compound, community services/ events and recreation clubs. Visit us or call the Customer Service Desk in the Military Fitness Centre, (780) 973 4011 ext.

4383 or 4392.

Base/Military Services Dispute Resolution Centre (DRC) The key role of the Dispute Resolution Centre is to provide Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) services such as mediation and facilitation. Another important function is training. By helping DND/CAF personnel learn more about ADR, the DRC can promote prevention and encourage parties to deal with conflict through open communication. A series of introductory courses in ADR, conflict management and interest-based negotiation is available to DND/CAF employees and members. Coaching is also available to anyone seeking to develop skills better conflict resolution skills. For example, an individual may wish to consult a Dispute Resolution Centre in preparation for a difficult conversation with a colleague. For more information please call the Dispute Resolution Centre CFB Edmonton at (780) 973-4011 ext. 4165.

Edmonton Garrison Community Library The community library is located on the west side of the Community Centre (MFRC). Library members have access to a collection of over 11,000 books (in French and English), CD’s and DVD’s, as well as the combined collections of the Northern Lights, Yellowhead, Peace and Marigold Library systems through interlibrary loans and the new OVERDRIVE online system. With your library card you can request materials, renew books or just check on the status of your account online at www.tracpac.ab.ca. There are also various programs geared for every member of the family. Please phone (780)973-4011 ext. 6345 or visit www.garrisonlibrary.ab.ca for up to date information on hours, resources and programs.

Edmonton Garrison Memorial Golf & Curling Club The golf and curling club provides quality recreation for the military personnel and their families as well as to our civilian communities in the Edmonton area. The GCC offers both golf and curling as well as a restaurant and lounge that is available for private functions with a full catering menu. For more information please call (780) 973-3033. You can also find out more information by visiting www.egmgolf.com.

Fitness & Sports Military Fitness and Sports provides CAF members with fitness activities to ensure physical fitness to meet military operational requirements and sports activities to enhance physical skills, build character and promote team building. Military Fitness and Sports includes facilities such as gymnasium, sports fields, swimming pools and ice arenas. For more specific information please contact the Fitness and Sports Director at 780-973-4011 ext. 4326 or visit www.CAFconnection.ca/Edmonton.

Health Promotion All of the Health Promotion programs and courses are FREE and open to military personnel (Reg & Res), retired military, DND & NPF civilian employees AND their family members over the age of 18. A current course schedule can be found on our website at www.CAFconnection.ca/Edmonton. For more information on our courses and what we have to offer please call (780) 973-4011 ext. 6146 or email HealthPromotionEdmonton@forces.gc.ca or stop by our office in the Community Centre (MFRC). Participants must pre-register for all courses.

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Integrated Personnel Support Centre (IPSC) The IPSC provides an integrated and individual-focused service delivery model. IPSC ensures the coordination and facilitation of high quality, standardized and consistent care, as well as administrative support during all phases of recovery, rehabilitation and reintegration on return to service or transition following release, for all injured and ill CAF members and veterans, their families and the families of the deceased. The Family Support Coordinator helps with: • One-on-one assessments with individuals or family members to support the needs of the whole family • Referrals to mental health services for adults and children • Access to educational/prevention-based programs within the community • Short-term, individual or group counselling for families of ill/injured and deceased CAF members • Crisis Intervention Learning & Career Centres (LCC) The LCC provides civilian and military personnel with the tools to improve their job skills, advance their careers or update their knowledge of new conventional technology. Services and assistance offered through the LCC include: development of personal learning plans, career planning and advising, a resource library and walk-in Internet/Intranet access. You can also gain access to laptop loans to assist with distance learning and a variety of courses and workshops are available to take. Contact the LCC CFB Edmonton at (780) 973-4011 ext. 5878.

Military Discounts Visit www.cfappreciation.ca for the latest list of retail, business and entertainment activities that provide discounts or incentives to military members.

Family Information Line (FIL) 1-800-866-4546 When you need information or have questions, bilingual FIL counsellors can provide you with answers and offer confidential and personal support and referral services for your unique circumstances.

Operational Stress Injury Social Support (OSISS) 1-800-883-6094 www.osiss.ca The Peer support and Family Peer support Coordinators who are a part of OSISS know how to help you find ways to regain your health and wellness. They can put you in contact with community resources and specially designed OSI programs; services with Veterans Affairs Canada and the Canadian Forces. They also organize support groups.

Welcome!

Welcome Services Edmonton 3-1-1 https://www.edmonton.ca/programs_services/311-city-services.aspx T. 311 Outside Edmonton city limits: (780) 442-5311 Citizens can call 311, 24-hours a day, 365 days a year for access to City of Edmonton information, programs and services. The best part is that you can actually talk to a real person! Citizens can access a range of information and services from the 311 agent such as applying for a Business Licence, facility scheduling information, program registration, purchasing a pet licence, registering a bylaw complaint, transit information and more. You can also download the 311 app on your smartphone just search Edmonton 311.

St. Albert Community Information and Volunteer Centre (CIVC) www.stalbert.ca Charles Gale Centre #10, 215 Carnegie Drive St. Albert, AB T. (780) 459-6666 E. answers@st-albert.info CIVC offers residents of St. Albert community information and referral services, consultation, management and training services and volunteer centre services.

Strathcona County Information and Volunteer Centre www.ivcstrathcona.org 100 Ordze Avenue Sherwood Park, AB T. (780) 464-4242 E. info@ivcstrathcona.org Welcome Wagon Welcome Wagon is a Canadian-owned, free greeting service for families experiencing a lifestyle change. They help people who are moving to a new neighbourhood, planning a wedding, expecting a baby, a new executive manager or professional, the elderly, or new parents/grandparents.

Free packages often include resources and local products! www.welcomewagon.ca E. info@welcomewagon.ca

City Maps

Alberta

Visit http://maps.edmonton.ca for city, neighbourhood, assessment, zoning, waste collection and transit maps.

Government of Alberta www.alberta.ca T. 310-0000 or (780) 427-2711

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Alberta Health Care Alberta Health Care (AHC) Insurance Plan All permanent residents of Alberta must register themselves and their dependants with the (AHC) Insurance Plan. A permanent Alberta resident is a person who has the legal right to remain in Canada, makes Alberta his/her permanent home and is committed to being physically present in Alberta for at least 183 days in a 12-month period.

If you are moving to Alberta from within Canada, Alberta Health will waive the three-month waiting period for military families. To qualify for the exemption the family must provide proof of military status with their application and the required registration validation forms. You can use the following as proof of military status: military ID Card, special passport, personnel record resume, posting message with a photo ID, or letter from the MFRC with on letterhead confirming military status.

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Eligible dependants are a spouse or adult interdepent partner, a child under the age of 21 unmarried and wholly dependent on the parents, a child who is 21 or older, unmarried and wholly dependant on the parents because of physical or mental disabilities or a child who is under 25 years of age and enrolled in three, or more courses at an accredited educational institute and enrolled on the parent(s) account.

Once you have registered for an AHC card you will have access to the public health care system, including medical checkups and hospital visits. In order to apply for AHC Insurance Plan coverage please visit www.health.alberta.ca to download the form or go in person to a registry office. All Registry locations across Edmonton will have these forms.

Registry locations can be found by going to www.servicealberta.ca/Registries.cfm. Phone (780) 427-1432 for more information.

Alberta Health Services (AHS) provides comprehensive information about all the health services in Edmonton and the Capital region, with listings for hospitals, public health centres, care facilities, clinics and emergency services. You can even contact them to find a family physician fluent in your native language. For more information call (780) 342-2000 or visit www.albertahealthservices.ca.

Health Care Resources and Information Alberta Health www.health.alberta.ca contains information about how to access health care services.

T. (780) 427-7164 Sturgeon Hospital (nearest to Lancaster Park) 201 Boudreau Road St. Albert, AB T8N 6C4 T. (780) 418-8200

Royal Alexandra Hospital (nearest in Edmonton) 10240 Kingsway Avenue Edmonton, AB T5H 3V9 T. (780) 735-4111

Health Link Alberta is a 24 hours a day, seven days a week telephone health advice service answered by registered nurses. Anyone in the Alberta Health Services region can access Health Liml. The result is a more knowledgeable public, fewer hospital visits and healthier communities. If you have a health concern or question call (780) 408-LINK ext.

5465 to get health advice or information. If you’re outside the Edmonton area, call toll free 1-866-408-LINK ext. 5465.

Child Health Clinics

Child Health Clinics are offered at the MFRC and are held on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month.

Call (780) 342-2600 (press 1 for central booking)

Alberta Health Care Finding a Doctor Calian Military Family Doctor Network Calian Health, in partnership with the Military Family Services (MFS), is pleased to present the Calian Military Family Doctor Network.

The goal of the program is to improve access to quality healthcare for the spouses and children of Canadian Armed Forces members. Canadian Armed Forces family members who are not eligible for medical services from the Department of National Defence and who live in one of the locations listed above are encouraged to apply.

To access the program simply obtain and complete a referral form by visiting the MFRC or contacting Calian’s Primacy team at 780-409-9919 or visit: www.calian.com College of Physicians and Surgeons www.cpsa.ca is an excellent resource for finding a local doctor who is currently accepting new patients.

T. 1-800-561-3899 www.ratemds.com provides information on many doctors practicing within Canada. Browse this site to see how Edmontonians rate particular doctors. www. edmontonareadocs.ca helps Albertans find a family doctor who is accepting new patients.

Public Health Centres provide a variety of services including child immunizations, new baby care, health and wellness clinics and more. Services vary from one clinic to another. A public health centre close to Lancaster park is: North East Community Health Centre (Emergency 24 hour clinic) 14007-50 Street, Edmonton, AB T5E 5E4 T. (780) 342-4000

Walk-in Clinics Medicentres www.medicentres.com are walk-in health care clinics open seven days a week where no appointment is necessary.

Phone (780) 483-7115 for more information. The two listed below are the closet to Lancaster Park.

Belle Rive Medicentre Suite 102, 6703 82 Street T. (780) 457-7142

Castledowns Medicentre Suite 120, Castledown Road NW T. (780) 457-5511

Dentists

Optometrists

Alberta Dental Association and College

College of Optometrists

www.dentalhealthalberta.ca provides information on finding dentists in Edmonton.

T. (780) 432-1012

www.collegeofoptometrists.ab.ca provides information on finding an optometrist in Edmonton. Phone (780) 466-5999 or toll free in Alberta 1-800-668-2694 for more information.

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Drivers Licence Drivers Licence, Vehicle Insurance & Registration Once you move to Alberta you have a maximum of 90 days to obtain an Alberta driver’s licence, registration and insurance for your vehicle. Obtaining all three of these require going to a registry office and an insurance provider (usually two different businesses). If you are a CAA or affiliated member you can go to AMA (Manning location) and do it all at one location.

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Before you begin this process you may require the following documentation: 1. Your current Driver’s Licence from your previous province of residence.

2. Your Military ID card.

3. Either a utility bill, bank statement, major credit card statement, a lease agreement through a rental company, mortgage documents, current paystub, posting message that has your name and Alberta address on it.

This statement gives proof of your residency in Alberta.

4. A “claims experience” letter from as many of your past vehicle insurance providers as possible(6-10 years).

The more “clean driving” history you can prove the lower your rates will be here in Alberta.

5. A driver’s abstract from as many of your past vehicle insurance providers as possible. Again, the cleaner your record is, the cheaper your rate may be in Alberta (3-5 years if possible).

Once you have collected the above listed documents visit your nearest registry office (see below) and start the process. Depending on when your vehicle was manufactured it may have to go through an “Out of Province Vehicle Inspection” at a licensed garage before your vehicle can be registered. One of the closest garages to the Garrison that is licensed to perform Out of Province Vehicle Inspections is the North-end Canadian Tire (see below). Visit www.transportation.alberta.ca/2821.htm to locate an Alberta inspection facility in your area.

Alberta One Stop Registries www.ab-onestop.ab.ca 12812 137 Avenue T. (780) 457-7867 In & Out Registry - North East Registry www.edmontonregistry.com 13058 50 St, Edmonton T. (780) 473-8899 F. (780) 473-7237 Northtown Registry Services Ltd. www.northtownregistry.com 15359 97 St, Edmonton T. (780) 473-5724

West-End Registries http://yourwestend.com/ 10011 – 170 Street NW T. (780) 483-8211

There are registry offices in many surrounding communities as well.

Education Here is a compilation of helpful links to various School Divisions in and around the Edmonton Garrison.

Many of these divisions have French Immersion Schools.

Base Schools

Guthrie School (K-9 School) www.sturgeon.ab.ca/guthrie T. (780) 973-3111 E. guthrie@sturgeon.ab.ca Sturgeon Composite High School (Closest to Lancaster Park) www.sturgeoncomp.ca T. (780) 973-3301 E. schs@sturgeon.ab.ca

Edmonton & Area School Divisions Conseil Scolaire Centre-Nord (écoles en français) www.centrenord.ab.ca T. (780) 468-6440 or 1-800-248-6886 E. conseil@centrenord.ab.ca Edmonton Catholic School Division www.ecsd.net T. (780) 441-6000 E. info@ecsd.net Edmonton Christian School Division www.edmchristian.net T. (780) 476-6281 E. societyoffice@edmchristian.net Edmonton Public School Division www.epsb.ca T. (780) 429.8000 E. info@epsb.ca Elk Island Public School Division www.eips.ca Elk Island Schools serve students from the communities of Sherwood Park, Fort Saskatchewan, Strathcona County and Lamont County.

T. (780) 464-EIPS (3477) or 1-800-905-3477 E. communications@eips.ab.ca or use Message Board: https://www.eips.ca/contact

Elk Island Catholic School Division www.eics.ab.ca T: (780) 467-8896 or 1-800-996-9982 E. eics@eics.ab.ca

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Education Greater St. Albert Catholic School Division www.gsacrd.ab.ca Offering bussing from base, French immersion programs, full and half day kindergarten as well as sports and academic programs.

T. (780) 459-7711 St. Albert Public School Division www.spschools.org T. (780) 460-3712 E. info@spschools.org Sturgeon School Division www.sturgeon.ab.ca Sturgeon Schools serve students from the communities of Lancaster Park, Morinville, St. Albert, Gibbons, Namao, Redwater, Bon Accord and Riviere Qui Barre.

T. (780) 939-4341 or 1-888 459-4062 E. frec@sturgeon.ab.ca

Adult Continuing & Alternative Education

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Alberta Distance Learning Centre www.adlc.ca T. (780) 452-4655 or 1-800-774-5333 Canadian Virtual University www.cvu-uvc.ca Elk Island Continuing Education www.eipscontinuinged.ca T. (780) 467-7292 E. eips.conted@eips.ca

Metro Continuing Education www.metrocontinuingeducation.ca T. (780) 428-1111 or 1-800-202-2003 E. metro@epsb.ca (SCAN) Military Transition Services Second career assistance network T. (780) 973-4011 ext 5819

Education St. Gabriel Online School https://stgabrielschool.ca T. (403) 314-9382

Sturgeon Learning Centre / Morinville Learning Centre www.sturgeonlearning.ca T. (780) 923-2443 (Sturgeon County) T. (780) 939-4035 (Morinville) E. greg.gibson@sturgeon.ab.ca

Post Secondary Schools Athabasca University www.athabascau.ca T. 1-800-788-9041

University of Alberta - Campus St. Jean (Francophone campus) www.csj.ualberta.ca T. (780) 465-8700 E. saintjean@ualberta.ca

Concordia University College www.concordia.ab.ca T. (780) 479-8481 or 1-866-479-5200 Norquest College E. info@concordia.ab.ca www.norquest.ca T. (780) 644-6000 or 1-866-534-7218 MacEwan University E. info@norquest.ca www.macewan.ca T. (780) 497-5040 or 1-888-497-4622 Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) E. info@macewan.ca www.nait.ca Kings University College www.kingsu.ca T. (780) 465-3500 or 1-800-661-8582 E. general-info@kingsu.ca

T. (780) 471-6248 or 1-877-333-6248 E. AskNAIT@nait.ca University of Alberta www.ualberta.ca T. (780) 492-3111

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Employment Resources The MFRC can assist Defence Community families, at no cost, who are looking for employment, resume tips, and local resources.

Visit the MFRC for take home resources, as well as the MFS Employment toolkit designed to provide career services to CAF family members (including partners and youth).

JobBank http://www.jobbank.gc.ca/ Job Bank is the Government of Canada’s leading source for jobs and labour market information. It offers users free occupational and career information such as job opportunities, educational requirements, main duties, wage rates and salaries, current employment trends, and outlooks.

Edmonton North Alberta Suuport Centre www.alberta.ca/alberta-supports.aspx 2050 Northgate Center, 9499-137 Avenue T. 780-422-9440 E. hs.edmnorthIS@gov.ab.ca CFMWS - Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services www.cfmws.com/en/AboutUs/Careers/EmplOpp/Pages/default.aspx

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Careers Under Construction http://careersunderconstruction.ca/ 162, 10404-99 Ave Fort Saskatchewan, AB T8L 3W2 T. (780) 992-0250 E. cuc@careersunderconstruction.ca

Visit the MFRC for a list of Employment Counselling Centres

Accès-Emploi (French) www.accesemploi.net Tél: (780) 490-6975 or 1-866-490-6999 C: ae@accesemploi.net

Prospect The MFRC works in partnership with the Prospect Forces@WORK program. Forces@WORK will assist family members of serving personnel find rewarding careers. The program is offered at no cost. It is the only program of its kind, offering rapid and hands-on direct employment placement support, retention supports for individuals and employers, and follow-up services. Participants get a personalized plan with mutual responsibilities, clear actions, and reasonable time frames to help achieve employment goals.

Francophone Resources Associations Coalition des femmes de l’Alberta www.coalitionfemmes.ab.ca Tél: (780) 468-2288 C: femmes@coalitionfemmes.ab.ca Le Conseil de développement économique de l’Alberta (CDÉA) www.lecdea.ca Tél: (780) 414-6125 or 1-800-414-6123

Centre d’accueil Centre d’accueil et d’établissement www.lecae.ca Tél: (780) 669-6004 C: info@lecae.ca

Éducation See pages 15 - 17.

Centres d’appui à la famille

Media

Centre de santé communautaire Saint-Thomas www.cscst.ca #40 8627 91st Street, Edmonton, AB Edmonton, AB Tél: (780) 434-2778 C: info@cscst.ca

Le Franco (journal francophone hebdomadaire) www.lefranco.ab.ca Tél: (780) 465-6581 C: journal@lefranco.ab.ca

Institut Guy-Lacombe de la famille www.institutguylacombe.ca Tél: (780) 468-4882 C: info@iglf.ca

Sign up for our Francophone electronic calendar of events and activities by emailing language.services@mfrcedmonton.com

Librairie Le Carrefour 8406 91 St NW, Edmonton, Alberta Tél: 780-492-4118 C: lecarrefour@ualberta.ca Radio-Cité 97.9 FM www.radiocitefm.ca C: info@radiocitefm.ca

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Living in Edmonton Housing / Relocating Services Capital Region Housing Corporation (CRHC) www.crhc.ca (780) 420-6161 (780) 428-8200 –24 hour information line. The core business of the Corporation is the provision of affordable housing in the Alberta Capital Region.

Housing Services Centre www.forces.gc.ca/en/caf-community-support-services-housing/housing-locations/edmonton-housing.page 158 Arras Ave Edmonton AB T5J 4J5 T. (780) 973-4011, ext. 4342, 4338 & 6367 E. cfha-alfc.edmonton@forces.gc.ca There are 503 Rental Housing Units (RHU) of which 11 have on-property garages. There are another 109 on-site adjacent row garages. All RHUs have basements, are not furnished and do not have sheds. Electrical appliances are the occupants’ responsibility; however, a few RHUs have gas ranges.

City of Edmonton Housing Services T. 311 or (780) 442-5311 Realtors ® REALTOR.ca is the most popular and most trusted real estate website in Canada. Owned and operated by the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA), REALTOR.ca provides up-to-date and reliable information that makes finding your dream property easy and enjoyable. www.realtor.ca T. (780) 451-6666 or 1-888-674-7479 Landlord and Tenant Advisory Board www.edmonton.ca/ltab T. (780) 496-5959

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Laws for Landlords and Tenants in Alberta Learn about the laws that apply when renting in Alberta https://www.landlordandtenant.org/

Living in Edmonton Relocating Services Integrated Relocation Program (IRP) The Federal Government Integrated Relocation Program is a unique program that provides government entities which include the Government of Canada, the Canadian Forces and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police with increased flexibility and assistance to relocate Members/ Employees to new work locations.

The IRP aims to make relocation easy and efficient, centralizing the administration of a relocation with a single contractor, BGRS, with the exception of physical removal of Household Goods and Effects, administered under the Household Goods and Services Removal contract. https://www.irp-pri.com/start/cf_members/ E. information@bgrs.ca

Civic Services City of Edmonton www.edmonton.ca T. 311 or (780) 442-5311 E. 311@edmonton.ca Here you can find information on city programs, services, garbage & recycling info, city council, bylaws, pet licenses, attractions, recreation, the Edmonton Transit Service (ETS), business resources, emergency services, taxes, etc‌

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Living in Edmonton Surrounding Communities Town of Bon Accord www.bonaccord.ca T. (780) 921-3550

Town of Redwater www.redwater.ca T. (780) 942-3519

City of Fort Saskatchewan www.fortsask.ca T. (780) 992-6200 E. info@fortsask.ca

City of St. Albert www.stalbert.ca T. (780) 459-1500

Town of Gibbons www.gibbons.ca T. (780) 923-3331

City of Sherwood Park www.strathcona.ca T. (780) 464-8111 E. info@strathcona.ca

Town of Legal www.legal.ca T. (780 ) 961-3773 E. mail@legal.ca Town of Morinville www.morinville.ca T. (780) 939-4361

Edmonton Newspapers Edmonton Examiner (free) www.edmontonexaminer.com T. (780) 468-0100

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Edmonton Journal www.edmontonjournal.com T. (780) 429-5100 Edmonton Sun www.edmontonsun.com T. (780) 468-0100 Western Sentinel (free) - Base Paper http://postmediakiosk.milibris.com/catalog/western-sentinel Subscriptions: armywesternsentinel@gmail.com T. 780-468-0100

Living in Edmonton Pets Licences Edmonton Pet licences are affordable, available online and ensure that the City can contact you if they find your pet. All cats and dogs six months and older must be licensed. The fine for having an unlicensed animal is $250. Pet licenses can be purchased and renewed: eservices.edmonton.ca or in person at the Animal Services Facility at 2nd floor, 10111 104 Avenue NW. T. 311 Lancaster Park & Sturgeon County www.sturgeoncounty.ca/services/protective-services/animal-control Pets must be licensed. For information regarding animal control and for further information contact Sturgeon County at (780) 939-4321 or 1-866-939-9303

Veterinary Clinics Veterinary clinics close to Lancaster Park are: Edmonton North Animal Hospital Ltd 15387 Castle Downs Road Northwest Edmonton, AB T. (780) 476-3444

Hollick Kenyon 5227 167 Ave NW Edmonton, AB T. (780) 406-0811

VetEmerg Animal Hospital (24/7) vcacanada.com/vetemerg 12831 97 Street NW Edmonton, AB T. (780) 423-9111

Rosslyn Veterinary Clinic rosslynvet.com 13540 97 Street Northwest Edmonton, AB T. (780) 475-9912

Recreation Castledowns YMCA edmonton.ymca.ca/ 11510 153 Avenue NW Edmonton, AB T. (780) 476-9622

A reminder: Loops for the Troops is a 5km fun run and walk, 10 km race or 1/2 marathon held annually on Canadian Forces Day at the Edmonton Garrison. Visit : www.CAFconnection.ca/Edmonton

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Living in Edmonton Dow Centennial Centre www.fortsask.ca 8700 84 Street, Fort Saskatchewan, AB T8L 4P5 T. (780) 992.6400 E. info@fortsask.ca Edmonton Garrison Military Fitness Centre www.CAFconnection.ca/Edmonton T. (780) 973-4011 ext. 4383 Make sure to stop by the Military Fitness Centre run by the Edmonton Garrison Community Recreation Membership entitles you to benefits including subsidized summer programs for youth and open recreation times in the arena, pool, gym and squash courts. A wide range of recreation programs and community services are also coordinated by Community Recreation; including but are not limited to the following: aquatics, spray park, skate park, library, weight room, climbing wall, sports, skating programs, recreational clubs, adult and youth field trips, yoga, parent & tots programs and community groups.

Londonderry Fitness and Leisure Centre 14528 66 Street, Edmonton, AB T5C 3R7 T. 311 Outside Edmonton: (780)-442-5311 E. 311@edmonton.ca

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Millennium Place http://www.strathcona.ca/departments/recreation-parks-and-culture/recreation-centres/millenniumplace/ 2000 Premier Way, Sherwood Park, AB T. (780) 416-3300 E. info@strathcona.ca Servus Credit Union Place (St. Albert) www.servusplace.ca 400 Campbell Road, St. Albert, AB T. (780) 418-6088

Living in Edmonton Transportation Greyhound www.greyhound.ca Main: (780) 420-2400 or 1-800-661-8747 Red Arrow Bus www.redarrow.ca T. 1-800-232-1958 E. info@redarrow.ca Disabled Adults Transit Service (DATS) www.edmonton.ca T. (780) 496-4567 E. dats@edmonton.ca Edmonton Transit operates DATS, a transit service for persons with disabilities.

Edmonton International Airport www.flyeia.com T. (780) 890-8382 E. info@flyeia.com Edmonton Transit System (ETS) www.edmonton.ca T. 311 The bus that goes from Northtown Mall (137 Ave & 97 Street) to the Garrison is the #599.

Train - Via Rail Canada Inc. www.viarail.ca 1 888 VIA-RAIL (1 888 842-7245)

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Living in Edmonton Community Resources Community Leagues www.efcl.org 7103 - 105 Street, Edmonton, AB T6E 4G8 T. (780) 437-2913 (to find the CL you live in) E. communications@efcl.org Each neighbourhood in Edmonton is part of a community league and there are over a 157 community leagues in Edmonton. They provide opportunities for neighbours to get to know each other, share in social and sport activities and work together to build healthy, safe communities.

Edmonton 2¡1¡1 www.ab.211.ca T. 211 If you would like to find a community service when you or someone you know needs help please dial 2-1-1. A qualified Information and Referral Specialist is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, to assess your situation, find answers to your questions and provide you with options and appropriate referrals. They can help you find basic needs, employment resources, parenting support, counselling/support groups, health care, legal services and much more. All calls are free and confidential. Callers outside of the Edmonton city limits can also connect to the 211 service by dialling: 1-888-482-4696 Edmonton Public Libraries Network www.epl.ca Residents of Edmonton can get a library card from any branch. You will need to show identification showing your current home address. There is a fee for the first adult library card in the household. Materials are available in many languages.

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Northern Lights Library System www.nlls.ab.ca The Northern Lights Library System (NLLS) is one part of the seven regional library systems across Alberta, helping deliver comprehensive, efficient library services to all Albertans, regardless of where they live.

Living in Edmonton Online Canada Phone Book www.canada411.ca

Distress Line If you’re in distress, call 780-482-HELP (4357). If you’re outside of the greater Edmonton region, call our Rural Distress Line at 1-800-232-7288.

Are you feeling overwhelmed? Have you experienced abuse? Are you contemplating suicide? Now is the time to talk about it. If you or someone you know is in crisis, you can call the Distress Line at any hour of the day and we’ll talk through it together.

Sturgeon Community Resource Network www.scrnetwork.ca 5016-50 Street Gibbons, AB T. (780) 923-2374 E. office@SCRNetwork.ca Free & confidential services connecting you to child & youth programs, family programs, parenting resources, counseling, addiction treatment, aboriginal resources & programs, mental health, summer camps, divorce/ separation resources, local recreation programs, financial supports, work search & employment, community program guides, seniors’ services, and much more!

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Living in Edmonton Garbage & Recycling Edmonton Garbage: For all your garbage related questions (in Edmonton) please visit www.edmonton.ca or phone the Waste Management Customer Support Centre at 311 or email : wasteman@edmonton.ca Lancaster Park Garbage and Recycling: Roadside garbage and recycling pick-up occurs every Monday. Please have your items out to the curb by 7am.

For more info please call (780) 973-4011 ext. 4357.

Roseridge Waste Management Services Commission (Sturgeon County) www.roseridge.ab.ca 2 km east of the Town of Morinville on SH 642 and south on Rge. Rd 251 T. (780) 939-5678 Edmonton Recycling: Recyclables include your household hazardous waste such as leftover paint, oven cleaner, car batteries, even old computer monitors and electrical appliances at no charge! www.edmonton.ca/for_residents/garbage-recycling.aspx All Edmonton residents can recycle through user-friendly recycling programs: If you’re wondering what can be recycled: T. 311 Outside Edmonton: (780) 442-5311 E. wasteman@edmonton.ca Eco Stations Coronation Eco Station (closest Eco Station to Lancaster Park) 11440-143 Street T. 311 or outside Edmonton: (780) 442-5311 E. wasteman@edmonton.ca

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Kennedale Eco Station 5355 127 Ave NW, Edmonton T. (780) 442-5311 St. Albert Recycling Depot 7 Chavigny Street, St. Albert T. (780) 459-1557

Living in Edmonton Utilities Electricity and Natural Gas Visit Utilities Consumer Advocate for rates, distributors and policies: https://ucahelps.alberta.ca/retailers.aspx T. 780-310-4822 (Alberta) or 780-644-5130 (Outside Alberta) E. ucahelps@gov.ab.ca Water EPCOR www.epcor.ca T. (780) 310-4300 or 1-800-667-2345 Alberta One-call (call before you dig) Those intending to disturb the ground, whether they are private homeowners or public contractors, can reduce the risk of personal injury and property damage by using the Alberta One-Call service.albertaonecall.com 1-800-424-3447 Cable/Satellite/Internet Shaw (Cable & Internet) www.shaw.ca or 1-888-472-2222 Bell www.bell.ca or 1 866-301-1942 Telus www.telus.com or 1-866-558-2273

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Points of Interest Points of Interest Alberta Aviation Museum www.albertaaviationmuseum.com 11410 Kingsway Ave T. (780) 451-1175 Offering an impressively detailed walk through Edmonton’s aviation history as “The Gateway to the North”, this meticulous museum boasts more than 30 aircraft on display, 40-plus display cabinets and exhibits, an aircraft restoration area, personal artefacts of famous pilots.

Alberta Legislature Building & Grounds www.assembly.ab.ca/visitor 10800 97 Ave T. (780) 427-7362 Situated on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River, this majestic sandstone edifice and landscaped grounds is a sight in any season. Free guided tours offered.

Alberta Farmers’ Market www.sunnygirl.ca Finding information about Alberta approved farmers’ markets has never been easier! Your connection to over 130 Alberta farmers’ markets across the province is available on our free mobile app. Download the app and experience a farmers’ market near you.

Make it, Bake it, Grow It!

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Art Gallery of Alberta www.youraga.ca 2 Sir Winston Churchill Square T. (780) 422-6223 Just opened in 2010, the new Art Gallery of Alberta is a state-of-the-art facility. The building itself is a work of art! They also offer a variety of activities for kids including, Tours of Tots, weekend art classes and summer camps.

Citadel Theatre www.citadeltheatre.com 9828 101A Ave T. (780) 425-1820 Home to topnotch theatre, this multistage complex engages the world’s finest actors and directors.

Edmonton Expo Centre www.northlands.com 7515 118 Avenue Northwest T. (780) 471-7377 Northlands (beside Rexall Place) hosts many large annual events such as Farmfair International, K-Days, CFR Finals, the best of horse racing, headliner concerts, international events, trade shows, conferences and more.

Fort Edmonton Park www.fortedmontonpark.ca 7000 143 Street T. (780) 496-7381 Canada’s largest living history park, with its own steam locomotive, recreates four time periods in the city’s development: the early fur trading days; frontier life in 1885; a peek into the brand new city in 1905; and its progress into the 20th century in 1920.

John Janzen Nature Centre www.edmonton.ca 7000 143 Street T. 311 or (780) 442-5311 A gateway to the heart of Edmonton’s River Valley, the John Janzen Nature Centre takes visitors for a walk on the wild side with programs, events and interactive exhibits designed to promote awareness and engagement with nature in an urban setting.

Points of Interest John Walter Museum www.edmonton.ca 9180 Walterdale Hill NW T. 311 or (780) 442-5311 Located in Kinsmen Park, there are pools, recreation facilities, walking and biking trails, picnic and playground areas nearby, the site interprets the life of John Walter and the Strathcona community of Walterdale from 1875 to 1920.

Jurassic Forest www.jurassicforest.com 2-23210, Township Road 564, Gibbons, AB T. 780-470-2446 The days of the dinosaurs roar to life again in Jurassic Forest, a 40-acre prehistoric preserve, just minutes from Edmonton and millions of years from the present!

Muttart Conservatory www.muttartconservatory.ca 9626 96A Street T. (780) 442-5311 Four eye-catching glass pyramids bloom year-round with exotic plants from across the globe.

Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium www.jubileeauditorium.com 11455 87 Avenue T. (780) 427-2760 The fan-shaped facility is home to the Alberta Ballet, Edmonton Opera and professional theatre companies as well as many visiting artists and touring productions from around the globe.

Winspear Centre for Music www.winspearcentre.com #4 Sir Winston Churchill Square T. (780) 428-1414 Edmonton’s premier concert hall and home of the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra as well as the magnificent Davis Concert Organ, delivers an acoustically superior experience.

TELUS World of Science www.telusworldofscienceedmonton.ca 11211 142 Street T. (780) 451-3344 Five galleries of interactive displays and exhibits inspire visitors to the leading edge of science and technology, with its new science demonstration stage, observatory, state-of-the-art computer lab, the largest planetarium dome theatre in Canada and Western Canada’s first IMAX Theatre.

Edmonton Valley Zoo www.valleyzoo.ca T. 311 13315 Buena Vista Road Outside of Edmonton (780) 442-5311 Nestled on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River, the Edmonton Valley Zoo is a small and intimate zoo that provides authentic and engaging animal experiences.

Whyte Avenue www.oldstrathcona.ca This eclectic strip features fashion-forward shops, restaurants and pubs, bookstores, craft and gift shops that display works by local and international artists. Rising local talent is routinely featured in the area’s theatres and music venues.

Take a look at CFAppreciation.com for discounts to many local attractions!

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Points of Interest Edmonton Professional Sports Edmonton Eskimos (CFL Football) www.esks.com Edmonton Oil Kings (WHL Hockey) www.oilkings.ca Edmonton Oilers (NHL Hockey) http://nhl.com/Oilers Edmonton Prospects (Baseball Club) http://www.prospectsbaseballclub.com/ FC Edmonton (NASL Soccer Club) www.fcedmonton.com

Shopping Centres

Northgate Shopping Centre www.northgatecentre.ca 97th Street & 137th Ave Edmonton, AB Londonderry Mall (closest mall to the Garrison) www.londonderrymall.com 137 Ave & 66 Street Edmonton, AB

West Edmonton Mall www.wem.ca 1755, 8882 170 St. Southgate Centre www.southgatecentre.com 111 Street and 51st Avenue Edmonton, AB South Edmonton Common (outlet stores) www.southedmontoncommon.com Hwy #2 & 23 Ave Edmonton, AB

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Kingsway Garden Mall www.kingswaymall.com 109 Street & Princess Elizabeth Ave Edmonton, AB Premium Outlet Collection Edmonton International Airport www. premiumoutletcollectioneia.com 1 Outlet Collection Way Edmonton International Airport

Moving Checklist More than 14 days before moving

Contact the MFRC in your area to browse through the Welcome Package of the city you will be moving to.

Arrange to collect any advance deposits or security deposits on utilities or rentals.

Use up your frozen foods. They CANNOT be safely shipped. It is also advisable to reduce your supply of canned goods.

Use up your cleaning supplies, shaving cream and hair sprays.

Take unwanted items to charity, eco-stations or dump.

Dispose of household chemicals properly (old paint, caustic cleaners, etc.). Take these to the local Eco-Stations.

Arrange phone service at your new home.

Set up mail-forward with Canada Post.

Arrange the return of any cable TV or internet equipment (ie. Router).

Notify of your change of address to:

Insurance Agency, Employer, Doctor, Dentist, Magazine subscriptions and other mailings, Canada Post memberships, Bank, Credit Cards, Schools, Canada Customs and Canada Revenue Agency.

If necessary, do the following:

Make travel arrangements and reservations.

Arrange transfer of car insurance & license plates.

Notify kids’ schools, transfer records.

Register at new school.

Get copies of medical and dental records; if you have pets, request copies of veterinary records.

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Moving Checklist 8 to 14 days before moving

Prepare your vehicle(s) for the trip. Have vehicle serviced.

If you are moving out of a building with elevators, arrange with management for use of elevators on move day.

Return borrowed items. (tools, library books, DVD’s, etc‌) Retrieve loaned items Arrange for the transfer of valuables. Check contents of your safe-deposit box. DO NOT SHIP any valuables (such as jewellery, insurance policies, legal documents, currency, stamp and coin collections) with the moving company. Either carry them with you or send by insured or certified mail.

Arrange for major appliances to be moved.

DO NOT SHIP combustible or flammable items. These include oil-base paints, bleach, cleaning and lighting fluids, matches and ammunition. All aerosol cans (including hair sprays, shaving creams, deodorants, household cleaners.

Arrange connection of utilities at new place.

Arrange disconnection of utilities at old place. Check to see if you have any deposits owed to

you.

Dispose of all flammable materials.

2 to 7 days before moving

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Determine what you can bring with you if travelling by car, plane, train, or bus.

Place draperies lengthwise on hangers and hang in a closet. The movers will place them in wardrobe cartons.

Keep a detailed record and receipts of your moving expenses for income-tax purposes. This includes transportation, lodging, meals, etc.

Make sure you have adequate medical supplies for approximately 2-4 weeks.

Drain gas and oil from lawn mowers, chain saws, snow blowers, etc. Gas grills and kerosene heaters must be empty. Cars and motorcycles should have only 1/4 tank of gas.

Remove snow and ice from sidewalks, driveways and steps Put linens and pillows in dresser drawers to have handy for making up your beds the first night in your new home.

Moving Checklist

Prepare a “Road box” to take with you that includes necessary medications, first-aid supplies, tools, travel food, toys and games.

Pack a suitcase with the clothes and toiletries that you’ll need the first day in your new home as well as any items you will need immediately upon arrival at your new home and have movers put this box on last (clearly mark box as PACK THIS LAST or UNPACK THIS FIRST) or take it with you.

Pack a special box with other essentials you’ll need for the first few days and mark this box “Do Not Move”.

Keep your telephone service connected until the day after your move.

Set aside manuals and instructions for your current home for new owner.

Plan simple meals for moving day to avoid using appliances.

Make plans for care of small children on moving day.

Separate boxes and luggage items you need for personal travel so they don’t get packed on the truck.

Arrange to have utilities turned on at new home.

The day before moving

Take down curtains and curtain rods.

Empty, defrost and clean refrigerator; clean the stove.

Pack your personal belongings and any other necessary clothes, jewellery and bedding.

Moving day

Record all utility meter readings (gas, electric, water) in case of discrepancies.

Keep paperwork accessible.

Gather keys to the house and arrange to leave them with the new owners, your real estate agent, landlord or a trusted neighbor.

Lock all windows and doors.

Strip and dismantle beds.

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Moving Checklist

Clean premises that you are leaving.

If using a moving company, walk about with supervisor and sign inventory forms.

If using a moving company, confirm the new address and delivery time with the driver.

Know how to reach your new landlord or superintendent.

Turn down the water heater temperature. Set the thermostat at 15 degrees.

Make final walk-through of house, including basement, attic and closets, to make sure it’s empty.

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Get to your new home before the movers. There could be a waiting charge if you are late.

Check the condition of each carton and household item as it is unloaded. List all missing or damaged items on the inventory form.

Since you will probably do some unpacking after the movers leave, make a note on the inventory form “subject to inspection for loss or concealed damage.� This gives you a legal leg to stand on if you should find that something was damaged after the movers left.

Quick Reference Phone List Military Family Resource Centre (MFRC)

(780) 973-4011 ext. 6300

Emergency Services 911 Edmonton Police Service (780) 423-4567 Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP)

(780) 939-4520

Edmonton Garrison Military Police

(780) 973-4044

Emergency Childcare (780) 973-4011 ext. 6314 EPCOR (780) 310-4300 Atco (780) 424-5222 Garbage Collection and Recycling

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Canada Post 1-866-607-6301 Housing Services Centre

(780) 973-4011 ext. 4342

CANEX Post Office (780) 973-9125 Military Fitness Centre

(780) 973-4011 ext. 4383

Edmonton Garrison Chaplain’s Office

(780) 973-4011 ext. 4999

Gas emergency line 1-800-511-3447 CANEX Grocery/Gas Bar (780) 973-3391 CANEX Retail Store (780) 973-4527

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3 CDSB Edmonton

Unit Building Numbers

1 Cdn Fd Hosp ................................................ 240 1 CER .................................................................. 404 1 CMBG ............................................................ 400 1 Fd Amb ......................................................... 175 1 H Svcs Gp HQ ............................................. 181 1 MP Regiment ............................................. 191 1 PPCLI............................................................... 403 1 Svc Bn ............................................................ 179 1 Svc Bn Sup Coy .......................................... 236 3 Cdn Div HQ................................................... 700 3 CDSB Edmonton HQ................................. 181 3 CDSB Edmonton Safety ........................ 407A 3 CDSG HQ ...................................................... 700 3 CDSG Sig Sqn ............................................. 192 3 PPCLI............................................................... 408 4 CRPG............................................................... 240 408 Squadron ............................................. HGR2 7 CFSD ............................................................... 236 Accommodations.......................................... 210 Barracks ................................................ 163 & 164 Canex ............................................................... 299 CF Shared Svcs Unit West ........................... 240 CFHA .................................................................. 158 CFSPDB ............................................................ 304 CHRO.................................................................. 157 Clothing Store ................................................ 176 Community Recreation .............................. 185 Defence Construction Canada ............... 177 Dispute Resolution Centre ........................ 157 EGM Golf & Curling Club ........................... 298 Engineer Services .......................................... 177 Fire Hall ............................................................ 186 French Grey Inn ............................................. 212 Golf Driving Range ....................................... 293 Guthrie School................................................ 198 Health Promotion.......................................... 161 Hospital ............................................................ 162 Indoor Riding Arena .................................... 399 JPSU/IPSC ......................................................... 201 Jr Rank’s Mess ................................................ 210 Learning & Career Centre ........................ 407B LdSH .................................................................. 405 Lecture Training Facility ........................... 407A Military Family Resource Centre ............ 161 Military Fitness Centre................................. 185 Military Police ................................................ 180 NPF Accounts ................................................ 181 NPF Human Resources .............................. 181 Officers' Mess ................................................ 200 Protestant Chapel.......................................... 182 PSO .................................................................. 407B PSP Office ......................................................... 181 Range Control ................................................ 409 Roman Catholic Chapel .............................. 183 RCA Band ...................................................... 407B Sgt’s & WO’s Mess .......................................... 210 Subway Restaurant....................................... 299 Tim Horton’s Restaurant ........................... 507 Twin Rinks ...................................................... 224 Veteran’s Affairs Canada.............................. 201

Steele Barracks To Bon Accord and Cold Lake Hwy 28

To Namao Normandy Rd

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Sturgeon Rd

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To St. Albert

Saddle Club

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Legend

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195 Ave

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Ordnance Rd

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Valour Way Hwy 28 To Edmonton and Anthony Henday Highway

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82 Street

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To Edmonton and Anthony Henday Highway

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Map courtesy of: Fast Lane Transport Ltd.

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