Glencoe Life - Fall 2021

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ARRIVING FALL 2021

to the Glencoe Pro Shop Did you miss your favourite sweater company in 2020? So did we!

This year, we’re offering a bigger selection.

And new to Fall 2021 – headwear and socks to match!

SEE IN STORE FOR DETAILS AND SELECTION.

Contributors Andrea Horne, Beth Richardson, Ciara Glendon, Cindy Bonyai, Connor Rodewald, Jane Wenzel, Jessica Power Cyr, Jonathan Ferguson, Jury Nam, Maria Morand, Michelle Swaile, Nancy Klym, Paul Webster, Samara Felesky-Hunt, Scott Davis, Sean Bahry, Suzette O’Byrne, Zachary Blondeau

Managing Editor Julie MacLeod­ Editor Al Harvey Designer Jana Volfova Photography Jonathan Ferguson – Von der Rusch Photography; Glencoe Archives; Printing Emerson Clarke Printing Corporation

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CONTENTS THE GLENCOE CLUB MAGAZINE • September – November 2021 • Volume 6, Issue 3

28 DEPARTMENTS 4

President’s Message

5

Golf President’s Message

6

CEO's Message

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Club News & Events

12

Club Calendar

28 Membership 37

Affiliated Clubs

38

Food & Beverage

40 Sports 50

Recreation & Wellness

64 Notable 72 Golf 74

Employee Profile

75

Contact List

66

70

HIGHLIGHTS 12 THE GLENCOE CLUB’S

90th ANNIVERSARY Get to know our treasured past as we celebrate nine decades of exceptional experiences.

32 MEMBER SPOTLIGHT Letter to the Club: “On May 22, 2021, Maddie bravely risked her own life to save our sevenyear-old daughter, Nora, from drowning.” Meet Maddie, a hero in our midst.

52 BIRDING REPORT You’ll absolutely want to join Jury Nam after reading about her soulful bird-walking adventures.

58 EAT ACCORDING TO

YOUR DNA Want to feel 100 percent?

Find the food that’s right for you... with DNA testing!

40 FALL PROGRAMMING UPDATE Could this be our best fall ever? Get up-to-speed on the Recreation and Athletics programs we have planned.

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THE GLENCOE CLUB PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

The Year that Wasn’t

OUR MISSION “Creating Exceptional Experiences”

OUR VISION “To be our Members’ second home, providing excellence in all that we do”

OUR VALUES • Respect • Wellness • Integrity • Relationships • Caring • Innovation

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his is my fourth, and final, Glencoe Life address as President of The Glencoe Club. As I complete the few remaining months in this position, closing out an experience I will forever be grateful to have had, I find myself taking stock of the value of days past, and looking toward the excitement of the future.

Thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, and all the restrictions that came part and parcel, this past year has been viewed, by many, to have been lost, a year that will simply be seen as a gap between worldly adventures, packed social calendars, and the dogged pursuit of personal or professional aspirations. Around the Club, there were no league winners, no new champions on the walls, and no celebrations of athletic and personal milestones. We were forced to slow down, step back, stay home and change our habits. However, as a result, we were afforded the opportunity to re-prioritize, learn new skills and further develop existing ones, build deeper connections and ultimately decide what really matters. Watching the Club’s members and staff adapt and support one another outside the structural constraints of our four walls and, more recently, experiencing a joyous return to the use of the facilities, I know I am not alone in my belief that the Club community, and the support it offers, is immeasurable. The Club and our membership, as a result of the trials this last year has put us through, are stronger and more united than ever.

The chatter around the Club has returned to “when leagues start…” and “want to meet at the Club for…” Things once taken for granted — like a quick stop in Café 29 for a coffee, or a steam after a hard session on the courts or in the gym — are again, happily, part of our daily routine. While the year that wasn’t has taken a toll on our friendships, celebrations and social events, the return of the Glencoe fall season should act as a catalyst to heated on-court rivalries, celebrations big and small, and the introduction for some of our newest and youngest members to club sports. We are now able to return to our old habits, enhanced by the growth and experience of the past year.

Completing my role as President at the end of October will be bittersweet. I will miss the daily interactions with a passionate membership and staff, but look forward to continuing to serve the membership during my remaining two years on the Board. My focus, while still on the long-term strategic growth of the Club, can also now return to getting the most out of my membership experience. I look forward to participating with the active and enthusiastic membership, as we all embrace our new and improved normal. A

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Robert Birrell President, The Glencoe Club

THE GLENCOE GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

Clubhouse Renovation Underway!

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esterday on the range before my game, a friend approached me and said: “You probably get a lot more complaints than compliments about the Golf Club, so I want to compliment the Club on the outstanding quality of the food this year. As well, the service has been very good. It’s been a real pleasure to dine here.” What a nice way to start my round of golf (not that it improved my game, though)!

Our Executive Chef, Jordan Cameron, and his crew do a wonderful job of creating interesting menus and ensuring your orders are wellprepared and delicious. The serving staff gets these delightful meals to your table promptly, making your dining experience very enjoyable.

I mention this because, while dining has been first class, all aspects of the Golf Club have been outstanding this year. Management and staff have done an amazing job under sometimes difficult circumstances, ensuring that our golf and dining experiences are what we expect at our premier facilities. We are very fortunate to have such long-serving, committed and dedicated folks ensuring our time at the Club is an exceptional experience.

As you may know, the Golf Club is embarking on an exciting Clubhouse Renovation. Exterior work began in August and interior work will begin at the end of the season with the project scheduled for completion in Spring 2022. The Board of Directors has approved a Construction Committee to provide oversigh for the project. The Committee consists of Mike Powell, Director and Chair of our Board Finance Committee, as the Chairman; Murray Sigler, a Director; and three members-at-large, Fred Edwards, John Manes and Dale Hodgson, all of whom have extensive construction and management experience. Our CEO, Jan Bloemraad and our Golf GM, Ash Chadha, are also committee members. We are very fortunate to have such committed, engaged, and knowledgeable members willing to serve and use their extensive experience to ensure this project comes in on time and on budget. This

renovation project will help ensure that our Golf Club remains a premier golf and country club in both Calgary and Alberta.

Our Trial Membership program, open only to Glencoe Club members, has again been very successful and we anticipate a significant conversion rate to full-time golf memberships.

For those of you who missed the opportunity this year, you may want to consider it if the program is renewed next season. We also continue to attract new members who are truly excited about joining and who are eagerly anticipating the completed renovations.

A big shout out to Lisa Rosengarten, our Membership & Marketing Manager (and, of course, her team) for their excellent work.

When you read this, we’ll be heading into the fall of our very successful golf season. It has again been an unusual one, complete with some COVID restrictions, lifting of them, reinstatement of them again, and finally complete freedom from them. Our Golf Committee, chaired by Emily Gauthier, has again done yeoman service for the Club and membership. The Golf Committee is dedicated to the best interests of all the members and advances matters of concern and interest to management and the Board. Our Club is much stronger and more inclusive because of this committee.

In closing — and reflecting on our two clubs and the synergies and benefits to members of both clubs — I am struck by how fortunate we are to have year-round access to two of the finest sports/family/dining facilities in Alberta.

Enjoy the fall season in all its glory and stay active and healthy. A

BOARD OF DIRECTORS The Glencoe Club President: Robert Birrell Vice-President: Evonne Whelan The Glencoe Golf & Country Club President: Mike Morin Vice-President: Danny Shannon Directors: Dan McDonald Ron Newman Mike Powell Lee Richardson Cory Royal Susan Schulli Murray Sigler

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Mike Morin President The Glencoe Golf & Country Club

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CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER’S MESSAGE

Rejuvenation

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hen seasons are thought about, spring is often considered the time of rejuvenation. However, I think this year for me personally and for the Club, rejuvenation may be better reflected in the coming fall. Yes, the trees will change colour, the grass will get yellow and the air will get crisp. And while visually mother nature will be working towards dormancy, the Club, the activities and the ‘post-COVID’ feelings will do the opposite.

The staff team is excited for a season of action, vibrancy, experiences and memories. There are lots of great programs and events that are being discussed that will allow the Club to say “welcome back” to the membership. While most of 2020 and a significant part of 2021 was about being shuttered, this fall the Club will become a place of rejuvenation once again.

We have exciting plans in store throughout the fall and winter that will provide an opportunity for the Club to thank the membership for their endurance and commitment, and for great memories to be created for the new year. The Board and Management feel strongly in recognizing the members for this past year, and to focus on the future.

This upcoming year we will also spend extra attention on the Culture of the Club and living our Vision of being the members’ second home. This will be done with a focus on fun while at the same time providing excellence in all that we do.

However, I’d be remiss to only look forward considering this November will be the Club’s 90th anniversary! The Club, membership and staff should be grateful as we all are standing on the shoulders of giants when you think of the innovation and courage of those that started, and built up the Club.

With that, let the fall season of rejuvenation begin! A

Jan Bloemraad, CCM Chief Executive Officer

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CLUB NEWS & EVENTS

VIRTUAL SKATING BANQUET

BATTLE OF THE REDS There is nothing like a good glass of wine. The question I often like to ask wine lovers: “Are you a lover of Old World or New World wines?” Wine has been around for thousands of years, but generally when we talk about Old vs New, we are talking about Europe vs the rest of the world. To help answer this question, on May 27, The Glencoe Club and Summit Fine Wine hosted a Zoom wine taste-off between two beautiful, bold and powerful red wines: Freemark Abbey’s Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley) versus Château Lagrange Saint Julian (Bordeaux). During this tasting, members got a perfectly-paired meal and a guided tasting of each of these stunning wines. At the end of the event, members were asked to vote on which they preferred (Napa or Bordeaux). It was a tight competition, but Freemark Abbey’s Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley) took the win by one vote. It was a fun tasting evening and the Food & Beverage team is looking forward to hosting more wine tasting events in person.

With COVID restrictions in place, the Skating department was not able to host its Annual Skating Banquet in the Ballroom. Instead, this year the banquet was hosted virtually on Thursday, May 27. It celebrated the past two seasons of skating. Even though attendees weren’t able to gather in person, it was still a great year-end event. It celebrated accomplishments over the past 24 months. There were completed assessments, highlighting those skaters who passed their Gold Test in Skills and Freeskate. And there were kudos to those skaters who competed in the limited lineup of competitions that were still held. The Club had many medalists and an outstanding season from Skate Canada NexGen skater, Kaiya Ruiter. The banquet opened and closed with a slideshow commemorating the past with some great historical photos. During the event, participants excitedly participated in interactive games such as a scavenger hunt and skating trivia quiz.

There was even a visit from Canadian Figure Skating legend, Elvis Stojko!

ART ANGELS AUCTION A SUCCESS Even with COVID restrictions and few people at the Downtown Club for the majority of it, the Art Angels Auction was a great success. We had 21 pieces of art on display in the main hallway and bidding was available online. We auctioned a sculpture for the first time and proudly offered work from our first youth artist! More than two-thirds of our pieces were auctioned in support of KidSport. We’re grateful for the members who put themselves out there by submitting pieces to auction.

Thank you to everyone who bid on works and supported Project Angel and KidSport.

STAMPEDE BREAKFASTS: PANCAKES ON THE PATIO! Members booked private Stampede Breakfasts on both the Argyle and South Patios during Stampede week and had a lot of great outdoor fun! Guests enjoyed pancakes, eggs, bacon, sausage, fruit, coffee and tea in the warm July weather. Some groups even brought in live music during their breakfast for a more upbeat and festive vibe. Thinking ahead to the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth, 2022?

Contact events@glencoe.org to book your Stampede Breakfast now!

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SEPTEMBER 2021

WELCOME HERBERT GRADAUER! Glencoe’s new Executive Chef

Herbert was born and raised in Austria and completed his culinary apprenticeship program at one of the country’s most renowned fine dining restaurants. He comes to The Glencoe Club with 24 years of experience in the field, including 1 and 2 Star Michelin establishments, the Granite Club in Toronto, The Rimrock Resort, Fairmont Palliser and most recently Priddis Greens Golf & Country Club. His philosophy is focused on sustainable yet elegant food using both classic and modern techniques and he has a balanced approach to both quick-casual and more refined cuisine. He believes in building strong relationships, leading by example and consistency in controlling costs and enhancing quality. We are all very pleased to have Herbert join our team and we look forward to his culinary expertise leading our kitchen teams!

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Wibit Days 4 – 6 pm / Age: 7+ The WIBIT is an inflatable obstacle course that will test your balance and provide great fun while in the pool.

Book your spot online.

Badminton Family Fun Day 3 pm / Courtside Join us for some fun on the badminton courts! Learn about our badminton programs for the whole family! We’ll have games, prizes and snacks! Open to all members.

Birding Walks 8 – 10 am / Age 18+ Inglewood Bird Sanctuary Come into nature and connect.

Join us every Tuesday morning while we explore our city and observe our feathery friends.

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7-14 Outdoor Pool Closed for Maintenance

14 Virtual Speakers Series 7 – 8 pm / via Zoom Approaching or in menopause? Exercise considerations for improved health outcomes for women.

Join Andrea Horne as she discusses the benefit of exercise, the type of exercise and how to implement a progressive plan to help you tackle your menopause journey. (WL-69)

15 Bridge Fall Luncheon Noon Please register through Main Reception 403-243-2506.

Paw Patrol 2:30 – 4:30 pm / Ages 3 – 5 Your child will take part in a pup challenge with games, craft and lots of howling fun.

(YT-1105)

22 Pound & Pint: Special Fitness & Pub Event 6:30 – 7:15 pm Pound Workout; 7:30 – 8:30 pm Pub Special Come and experience the Pound Workout and then join us in McCullough’s for a FREE PINT! (FT-1875)

30 Walking Group 1 – 2:30 pm / Age 18+ Come join us as we walk to Shannon Terrace. A low impact, easy and fun way to connect with members, nature and the history in our city. (CL-371)

24 Youth Climb & Swim Night 6:30 – 8:45 pm / Ages 7 – 9 Experience the thrill of climbing followed by fun and games in the pool. (YT-1116) Robotic Games 6:30 – 8:45 pm / Ages 7 – 12 Kids will explore robotics and programming using EV3 Mindstorms. (YT-1114)

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OCTOBER 2021

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Kiddie Climb & Play 6 – 7:30 pm / Age: 4 – 6 Children will enjoy a comfortable atmosphere in the Climbing Center where they will not only have fun but will also be given personal challenges related to climbing.

Participants are to wear clean, indoor running shoes and pants or capris. (YT-1120)

Birding Walks 8 – 10 am / Age 18+ Come into nature and connect. Join us every Tuesday morning while we explore our city and observe our feathery friends.

October 5: Ralph Klein Park & Environment (CL-357); October 12: Dale Hodges Park (CL-358); October 19: Beaver Dam Flats (CL-359); October 26: Bebo Grove (CL-360)

Virtual Speakers Series 7 – 8 pm / via Zoom Your Brain on Exercise Join Certified Exercise Physiologist Jessica Power Cyr on how your brain responds to exercise. She will discuss acute and chronic psychological and physiological responses to exercise and review how exercise impacts the brain to prevent cognitive impairments. (WL-70)

A Night of Mechatronics and Invention!

6:30 – 8 pm / Ages 8 – 12 Kids will build, create, and invent as they explore the basics of mechatronics engineering, logic-based programming using littleBits.

The young innovators will build and design amazing contraptions such as circuit cars and launchers. (YT-1117)

2 Little Chefs 2:30 – 4:30 pm / Age: 3 – 5 Children will learn to follow recipes to create their own masterpieces. (YT-1106)

2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 Wibit Days 4 – 6 pm / Age: 7+ The WIBIT is an inflatable obstacle course that will test your balance and provide great fun while in the pool.

Book your spot online.

4 Intro To Pranayama Workshop 7 – 7:50 am / All levels Option to attend live or virtual. Pranayama is the practice of the breath - a wonderful tool to help balance the nervous system, calm a busy mind, ease anxiety and increase the overall sense of wellbeing.

(FT-1872)

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7 Annual General Meeting 7 pm / Glencoe Ballroom

7, 14, 21 & 28 Walking Group 1 – 2:30 pm / Age 18+ Come join us as we walk the city! A low impact, easy and fun way to connect with members, nature and the history in our city.

October 7: Inglewood Bird Sanctuary (CL-372); October 14: Hulls Wood (CL-373); October 21: Beaver Dam Flats (CL-374); October 28: Glenbow Ranch (CL-375)

11 Thanksgiving Holiday hours: no programs, leagues or lessons.

18 Mother & Daughter Workout 7:45 – 8:45 pm / Free Join us for this fun and active Mother & Daughter Workout.

There will be some sweat, laughter and an atmosphere that makes everyone feel special and successful.

(FT-1874)

21 In-Person Paint Night Series 6 – 9 pm Join Calgary-based artist Sheila Kernan for a unique one-night painting workshop exploring the unlimited possibilities of acrylics. This no skill required workshop is recommended for beginners as well as those with a basic understanding of painting.

All materials are provided.

Limited to 7 people. (WL-72)

23 Halloween Science 2:30 – 4:30 pm / Age: 3 – 5 For those children who love ooey and gooey things and love Halloween then this is the party for them. We will perform some exciting science experiments interspersed with games and a spooky craft. (YT-1107)

24 Clubwide Halloween Party 12:30 – 6:30 pm

29 Junior Badminton 6-9 Ladder Halloween Party

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NOVEMBER 2021

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Suzessica Double Trouble Cycle Noon – 12:50 pm / Free Join two of the industry’s best cycle instructors for a Double Trouble Cycle Masterclass. Twice the fun, and twice the energy, this party class will leave you hungry for more! (FT-1876)

Past President’s Ball

Safetots 1 – 2 pm / Ages 3 – 5 Start the personal safety training early with this lively and interactive program aimed at preschool children.

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Virtual Speakers Series 7 – 9 pm / via Zoom Your The Best Friends Approach – Dementia Training Join Alzheimer’s Society Associate Trainer Jessica Power Cyr in this 2-hours course that will give you a better understanding of dementia and provide you with the tools to support individuals living with dementia. (WL-71)

2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 Birding Walks 8 – 10 am / Age 18+ Come into nature and connect. Join us every Tuesday morning while we explore our city and observe our feathery friends.

November 2: Wolf Willow (CL-361); November 9: Weasel Head Flats (CL362); November 16: Griffith Woods (CL-363); November 23: Mallard Point (CL-364), November 30: Marshall Springs (CL-365)

4, 18 & 25 Walking Group 1 – 2:30 pm / Age 18+ Come join us as we walk the city! A low impact, easy and fun way to connect with members, nature and the history in our city.

November 4: Mallard Point (CL-376); November 18: Bebo Grove (CL-377); November 25: Marshall Springs (CL-378)

Kiddie Climb & Play 6 – 7:30 pm / Age: 4 – 6 Children will enjoy a comfortable atmosphere in the Climbing Center where they will not only have fun but will also be given personal challenges related to climbing. Participants are to wear clean, indoor running shoes and pants or capris.

(YT-1120)

6 Rainbows & Unicorns 2:30 – 4:30 pm / Age: 3 – 5 Unicorns are nature’s most mystical creatures. Through games, food and a craft, children will find their unicorn, which will lead to their pot of gold. (YT-1108)

6, 13, 20 & 27 Wibit Days 4 – 6 pm / Age: 7+ The WIBIT is an inflatable obstacle course that will test your balance and provide great fun while in the pool.

Book your spot online.

Safekids 2:15 – 5:15 pm / Ages 6 – 11 Make your family and community safer by street wising your children. This high energy, interactive program will give your children a safety plan they can use! (YT-1078)

8 Intro To Pranayama Workshop 7 – 7:50 am / All levels Option to attend live or virtual.

Pranayama is the practice of the breath - a wonderful tool to help balance the nervous system, calm a busy mind, ease anxiety and increase the overall sense of wellbeing.

(FT-1873)

11 Remembrance Day Holiday hours No classes, lessons or programs.

20 Dinosaurs 2:30 – 4:30 pm / Age: 3 – 5 Romp! Stomp! Roar! Children will explore different types of dinosaurs, fossils and even erupt a volcano. Snacks for omnivores, herbivores and carnivores will be provided.

(YT-1109)

26 Micro:bit Mini Challenge (Blockly Coding) 9 am – Noon / Ages 7 – 14 Prepare for launch with the micro:bit! Set your sights on the stars by making a rocket ship complete with countdown. Learn and explore what the micro:bit can do! (YT-1115)

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November 16, 2021 marks the 90th Anniversary of The Glencoe Club To mark this momentous occasion, we’ve gathered a few historical events that take us through the last 90 years. Collectively, they have made the Club the second home it is today.

With such a long and treasured past of athletic achievements, Club milestones and members of note, it is impossible to acknowledge them all in just a few pages. While we hope this timeline is as accurate as possible, unfortunately through fire and flood, we have lost many archives and mementos.

We encourage members to share any memories, stories and photos through our Legacy Project so we can continue to build our archives for future generations.

We hope you enjoy this short summary of our long history.

Be sure to also look for our “Celebrating 90 Years” video series to be released weekly in September leading up to our official anniversary date!

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CELEBRATING 90 YEARS

In 1921, members of the Calgary Skating Club were working on plans for an indoor or covered rink. Somehow the idea grew and a nucleus of enthusiastic Calgary Skating Club members expanded it into a concept that would lead to the creation of one of Western Canada’s first family and recreational sports clubs.

By all accounts, the driving force behind the formation of The Glencoe Club was E.A. (Ernie) McCullough, one of the most active members of the old skating club. He was chairman of the committee which started the Glencoe in 1929-30 when all assets of the skating club were turned over to the Glencoe.

(Above excerpt taken from the 50th Anniversary book, The Glencoe Club 1931-1981)

1930s • After the idea was sparked and the right people were involved, the development of The Glencoe Club moved quickly in 1931. On March 21 the inauguration of the first Board of Directors took place and on June 2 the first Annual General Meeting for the shareholders was held.

• The actual construction of the Club only took three short months. The official sod-turning ceremony was in August and the Club opened to members in November.

• On November 16, The Glencoe Club hosted the Grand Opening Gala. With nearly 1,000 members and guests in attendance, this event was one of the biggest dinner dances ever held in Calgary at the time. The badminton courts were designed and decorated, dinner was served and entertainment, including a thirteen-piece orchestra and dancers, was brought in. The party continued to 2 am and the entire musical program was broadcast over local radio. After the gala, the court floors had to be re-sanded in time for badminton play.

The Glencoe Club officially opened its doors on November 20 with 1,200 members (450 of which held shares).

Sport facilities included indoor and outdoor skating, badminton, curling, squash, bowling, lawn bowling and outdoor tennis.

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CELEBRATING 90 YEARS

• The first annual Glencoe Ice Carnival was held on February 5 at the Victoria Park Arena on the Calgary Exhibition Grounds.

With a capacity crowd of 4,000, the carnival was open to the public and tickets were available for purchase at Hudson’s Bay Company, Eaton’s and Tom Campbell’s Hat Shop. President Ernie McCullough delighted the crowd by taking part in the masquerade scene with pairs partner Peggy Nowers.

• In 1939 the Government of Canada offered to buy the building for $100,000 to build a naval training base. While tempting due to the economic climate, the Board of Directors voted against the sale by a very slim margin.

• In the winter of 1939, two more sheets of curling ice were added, bringing the total to 6.

Alice Murdoch Adams with her chorus line at the Opening Gala at The Glencoe Club, November 16, 1931

• During World War II, The Glencoe Club welcomed people in the forces from Australia and New Zealand and the Royal Air Force stationed in Calgary, for $1per visit.

1940s

• During the war years, The Glencoe Club was on shaky financial ground. In 1941, the Glenoce faced possible bankruptcy with the only cash available being proceeds from the Ice Carnivals.

That summer staff was reduced to Secretary-Manager, Stu Aitken, and a janitor.

• After years of natural ice in skating and curling, an artificial ice plant was built in 1947. The first of its kind in Alberta, it led the way for many skating and curling facilities to move to artificial ice. At the opening of the new artificial curling ice, Ed Gooder, president of the curling section, threw the first rock.

• After years of declining popularity, the squash court was removed in 1947 to make way for a much-needed enlargement of the men’s curling locker room. Squash did not return to the Glencoe until the Club was rebuilt after the fire in 1962.

• In March 1948 The Glencoe Club hosted the Canadian Figure Skating Championship and the 16th Annual Ice Carnival back-to-back. To the delight of many Calgarians, ever-popular Olympic Gold Medalist Barbara Ann Scott competed in the championship and was persuaded to stay and perform in the Ice Carnival. To show their appreciation for her participation, the Board of Directors unanimously awarded Barbara an Honourary Life Membership to the Club.

CELEBRATING 90 YEARS

• After the overwhelming success of the March Ice Carnival, for the first time ever, a second Ice Carnival was held in the same year. The November Carnival included a handful of famous Olympic and championship skaters.

• In 1949 the Glencoe purchased matching curling rocks to be used in the Club – a first for Calgary curling facilities.

• That same year, several Club improvements were completed, including: › Extensions to the canteen hallway and dining room above › A new canteen › Two new bowling lanes › Insulation of the curling rink and renovation of the curling locker rooms › Division of the curling rink from the skating rink › Conversion of one badminton court to a badminton lounge › Installation of junior locker rooms › New furniture in certain areas of the Club

1950s

• With the advent of professional ice shows coming to Western Canada, the Club Carnivals struggled to capture the support and spirit of previous years. The 18th Annual Ice Carnival held in March 1951 became the last public ice show. From this point on the ice show was open to members and their guests only.

• Club improvements and enhancements became the theme of the 1950s, beginning with a complete renovation of the kitchen in 1953 for $16,000.

• In October 1954, construction of an outdoor pool and locker rooms began at a cost of $75,000. Two of the outdoor tennis courts were removed to accommodate this new sport area.

• The new 75-foot outdoor pool opened for the summer season in 1955 with two diving boards plus a small wading pool. At that time, Calgary had only two other swimming pools available. The outdoor pool brought more members to the Club in the summer months, generating more activity in other facility areas. For the first time in its history, the Club was effectively used for 12 months of the year by its members. Many new aquatic programs were established including lifesaving, scuba diving, diving and swim lessons.

• The first Club swim meet was held in August 1955, with opening ceremonies featuring an awe-inspiring diving exhibition.

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Outdoor Pool sod turning on June 4, 1954

CELEBRATING 90 YEARS

• With the growing popularity of bowling and curling, in 1957 four additional bowling lanes and two sheets of curling ice were added, along with curling lounge and office updates. Estimated costs of those renovations were $150,000.

• By 1959, membership had grown to 3,300 total members.

• The Glencoe began another decade of upgrading and adding to existing facilities. Renovations in 1960 included: › Completely refurnished lounge › Dining room renovation › Building a new 2,800 square foot men’s locker room and reallocating the existing locker rooms.

• In October 1960 the first issue of Glencoe News was published.

• In 1961 the Entrance fee for new members was set at $400 and more renovations were completed, including: › The Ladies Locker Room › New carpet on stairway to second floor › New seating arrangements constructed in Bowling › New lighting in Badminton › An additional ice plant installed so Curling and Skating could each have their own

1960s • On January 9, 1962 The Glencoe Club was completely incinerated by a devastating fire. A flash fire that began in the kitchen on the second floor quickly became a raging inferno and spread rapidly through the 79,000 square foot building in a matter of 90 minutes. About 100 members were evacuated and watched the Club burn to the ground. Nothing was left except the swimming pool and a few charred curling rocks that, while looking intact, disintegrated when touched, leaving nothing but the handles. While the estimate of damage was approximately $1,400,000, the replacement value was nearly $2,000,000.

• After the original 30-year lease ended, The Glencoe Club purchased the land where the Club was built in June 1960 from the City of Calgary for $40,000.

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CELEBRATING 90 YEARS

• The first speed-swimming team was created in 1963 with about 20 competitors swimming four nights per week.

By the end of the season the team had expanded to 75, ages 7-14. A swimming committee was established and starting blocks were purchased, all in time for the first indoor swim meet on September 21.

President Borland officiating at sod-turning for the new club, April 6, 1962

• Plans to rebuild the Club got underway immediately.

On April 6, 1962 construction of the new two-storey Club began, scheduled for completion in three phases with various facilities opening for use as they were completed.

• In January 1963 the new bowling alleys opened with automatic pin-setting machines, replacing the pin boys who used to set up the pins by hand.

• In June 1963, the new Pro Shop opened.

• In 1963, a duplicate bridge league began and bridge found its home at the Glencoe with the purchase of necessary equipment to get leagues underway and an affiliation with the American Contract Bridge League.

Games were held twice weekly and played by both men and women.

• With a majority vote from members, The Glencoe Club applied to the Alberta Liquor Control Board for a license in 1964 and a new sports cocktail lounge was built.

A new ladies steam room was finished and a massage service became available. Minor updates to the skating rink were done along with the purchase of a Zamboni.

• By January 1965 the Club had a waitlist for the first time and a new membership category, known as the House Membership, was introduced. For all new applicants, a House Membership became a prerequisite for an Active Membership. The Entrance fee for new members at this time was $800.

• The synchronized swimming team and program was established in 1965 and remained a competitive program until 1975.

The official Grand Opening of the new Club was celebrated on September 8, 1963, just 20 months after sod-turning.

• By the end of 1963, the Club was in full operation with sport activities in badminton, bowling, curling, skating, squash, swimming (indoor and outdoor pools), tennis (4 courts on the roof of the Club), table tennis, and an exercise room. Lawn bowling never returned as an activity after the fire.

• To extend playing time on the outdoor tennis courts, lights were added on two of the courts at a cost of $9,500 in August 1965.

• October 23, 1965 marked the first Annual President’s Ball, a tradition that continues today to welcome new Club Presidents into their role.

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• After many trophies were lost in the fire, a Club Champs wall was installed in 1966 to commemorate Club Champions from1963 onward.

• In 1966, bleachers were installed for the indoor pool, accommodating 120 spectators, and a new exercise room was completed on the second floor.

• In 1968, many Club upgrades were completed, including renovations to the locker rooms, steam baths, and east and west entrances. Also added: an elevator in the lobby, a billiards room (for men over 21 only), a receiving area, squash courts and a men’s lounge.

• By 1969, the entrance fee for new members reached $1,600.

• 1970 brought the computer age to the Glencoe, and all account numbers were changed as they were entered into the new system.

1970s

• With sport and pool activity picking up, in 1970 the Club began a towel service and later that year purchased several industrial-sized washing machines to do all laundering within the building.

• In 1971, a children’s nursery opened for 3 to 5-year-old children. For the first time, many young moms could participate in sports activities during the week.

• The new exercise room opened in 1970 along with two tennis courts on the back parking lot for junior play.

• The first summer skating school ran July 26 – August 28, 1971.

• The first annual Achievement Awards were hosted in 1970 as well. This new awards program was initiated to recognize members who make outstanding contributions or accomplishments on behalf of, or reflecting upon, The Glencoe Club.

• In 1974, the exercise room on the second floor was recarpeted and fitted with new mini-gym equipment and fixtures at a cost of approximately $7,000. A room on the main floor adjacent to the Sports Office was also converted to an exercise facility.

• In October 1974, the Club began to convert the outdoor courts to indoor courts. A roof was constructed at a cost of $279,000, making tennis a year-round activity at the Glencoe.

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• In 1975, the Entrance fee for new members was raised to $2,000. Then in 1977 and 1979 it was increased to $2,500 and $3,000 respectively.

• The new tennis courts opened on June 21, 1975 with a full program of champagne reception, opening ceremonies, exhibition matches, dinner and dancing.

• After ever-increasing demands for more exercise facilities, construction of an indoor running track began in July 1977.

It opened at the end of August. In 1979 a new weight room was constructed east of the tennis courts.

• 1975 brought major improvements to dining and bar services as well as the completion of the Sports Office area at the West Entrance.

• Four squash courts were converted from North American to International dimensions in 1979, costing the Club approximately $200,000.

Opening of the covered tennis courts - President Buchanon

1980s • In early 1980 planning began for the construction of a new outdoor pool. After feedback from membership via a questionnaire, it was designed as a recreational pool.

Ranging in depth from three to five feet, it was located further south and west of the old outdoor pool in order to maximize attractive sunbathing areas. Demolition of the old pool began, leaving the membership without a pool for the entire summer season.

• The increasing number of joggers kickstarted the first Glencoe Fun Run, a two-to-five-mile scenic tour along the Elbow River in the spring of 1980. This annual event eventually morphed into the popular Glencoe Icebreaker.

• The main dining room was completely renovated during the summer of 1979.

• The Club held its first summer sports camp in 1980.

Activities were offered to three main age groups (ages 6-8, 9-12 and 13-16) and included exercise, weight training, tennis, squash, badminton, swimming, skating, canoeing, cycling, games and outdoor field programs.

• As interest in squash was dramatically rising, in 1980 two new courts were built and the two existing courts were enlarged. At the same time the yellow dot, super slow Dunlop became the official ball of Squash Canada. This made hardball squash non-existent in the Club.

• Entrance fees were increased to $3,500 effective July 1, 1980 and were further increased to $4,000 effective July 1, 1981.

• From 1980 to 1981 many renovations took place, including the boys and ladies locker rooms and steam bath areas. Laundry was relocated to the main floor near the East Entrance, a video security system was put into operation, new chillers were installed for skating and curling, new kitchen equipment was brought in and new lighting installed in hallways and locker rooms.

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• The Glencoe entered its 50th Anniversary year (1981) with 2,831 shareholder members, and a total of 4,133 family members and a waitlist that was growing exponentially. In January 1981 the Board of Directors decided to restrict the House Memberships to 340 and establish a waitlist for House Membership. Applicants would be charged $100 to be placed on the list (the fee would then be applied to the purchase of a share when the applicant progressed to the House Membership).

• January 1981 also marks the time when children of house members were finally granted access to use the sport facilities of the Club.

• On May 28, 1981 the official opening of the new pool was celebrated with champagne served poolside and synchronized swimming performances.

• The Club opened another location in which members could gather and socialize: The Scottish Pub opened in 1982.

• In January 1983 the first marathon training course started at the Glencoe. By December of that year, the Club’s first Honolulu Marathon team set off to compete.

• The demand for squash continued and, in November 1983, three additional squash courts were added bringing the total to seven.

• By June 30, 1981, membership had grown to 6,964 total members.

• To mark the 50th Anniversary, the Club hosted a week of evening celebrations November 9-14, 1981, with each party featuring music, entertainment, and costumes from each decade. A history book by long-time Glencoe members Helen Baxter and Peggy Paulson was also published and distributed to each shareholder.

• By 1984, the Entrance fee for new members reached $5,000.

• In 1984 The Glencoe Club became the National High Performance Training Club for Badminton. This marked the first time in Canadian sports history that internationalcalibre badminton players were concentrated at one club with expert training and coaching.

• The Glencoe Club expanded its operations by purchasing a 36-hole golf course located north of the Elbow Valley Estates in March 1984. Club President Jim Mackie hit the first ball on The Forest course July 1984.

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• A $4 million dollar expansion was approved in 1986. In 1987 construction began in three phases. The first phase was the addition of two new tennis courts and a golf practice facility (completed in April). The second phase included pool improvements and a brand new, 10,000 sq. ft. Fitness facility with two exercise studios, a stretch area, an Olympic lifting platform, over 6,000 pounds of free weights and 16 pieces of cardio equipment as well as a private sports injury clinic. The third phase was the two-level parking structure on the west side of the building.

• Carolle Anderson became the firstever female President of the Board of Directors in 1988.

• In 1989 The Glencoe Club became the only private club in Alberta to be recognized by the Canadian Association of Sport Sciences as an accredited fitness appraisal centre.

1990s

• 1989 marked the inaugural Icebreaker Road Race. This 10 km race quickly became one of Calgary’s premier spring road races.

• By 1990, the entrance fee for new members reached $7,000.

• For the 60th Anniversary in 1991, the Club celebrated with events all year from all departments including a Family Pool Carnival, tournaments, dinners, and parties. The largest event was the Fitness Challenge that garnered participation from 967 members.

• In 1991, the Ballroom was renovated and redecorated to improve lighting, acoustics and décor. A more attractive stone fireplace was installed, along with new windows and a new sound system.

Soundproof doors were also added between the Ballroom and the dining room and the coffee shop was renovated to improve service efficiencies and offerings.

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• Construction began on the Main Entrance canopy and the balcony above it in March 1991. The canopy was renovated to include new stucco, new steps, new landscaping and lighting. Paving stones were added to the driveway. The balcony providing outdoor seating for 40 people in the summer months and could be accessed off the dining room.

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• The Club began offering catering services to offices and homes and the dining room became available for private bookings or corporate functions in 1992.

• In 1992, membership levels reached 10,078 with 5,652 active members.

• One of the most long-awaited projects of 1992 was the purchase of a $46,000 insulated pool cover along with a few modifications to the outdoor pool, making it a year-round use pool.

• The Glencoe Club aligned itself with the City of Calgary snow removal program in 1993, helping clear snow along Elbow Drive and Stanley Park.

• Repairs and facelifts continued from 1993 to 1995 with 60 tons of steel used to reinforce a new floor for the skating rink, renovations to the Sports Lounge, west patio and men’s locker room, upgrades to the squash courts, and installation of a lift system to aid injured or disabled members upstairs to Fitness or Physio.

• With continuous demands for improved facilities, the Fitness Centre closed in the summer of 1996 for a muchanticipated expansion. This included two new exercise studios, a larger stretch area, over 8,000 pounds of free weights, and 35 pieces of cardio equipment.

• In 1996 the indoor pool closed for re-tiling of the deck and tank, and the men’s and ladies locker room were expanded with more lockers and the addition of handicap washrooms and showers.

• The coffee shop closed in June 1997 for renovations and opened in August as the Glen Harvest Café.

• Renovations in the Pub and pool room began in August 1997. The Corner Pocket officially opened on October 29, 1997.

• After a 4-month renovation closure, the dining room reopened as The Grille Room on September 9, 1998. The kitchen also received an upgrade at this time.

• An alligator designed by Jeff Young and Calgary artist Mark Cromwell became the official logo and mascot of the Glencoe Swim Team (Glencoe Gators) in 1993.

• In 1994 The Glencoe Club became a National Training & Development Centre for Curling to develop programs, technology, and teaching/ coaching resources, which will benefit the Canadian curling community in all aspects of coaching and instruction.

• Also in 1994, The Canadian Figure Skating Association, in conjunction with the Calgary Olympic Development Association, established a High-Performance Ice Dance Centre at The Glencoe Club.

• In 1994 Project Angel was launched as a Club-wide initiative to donate time, money and support to various local charities. This initiative still continues to this day.

• As of September 1, 1998 smoking was no longer permitted in the Bowling Alley.

• The Advantage Glencoe program launched in 1998 to support Glencoe’s youth sport competitors.

• The first glencoe.org website launched in 1998 with the aim to provide information to members and be a tool for members to provide feedback to the Club.

• In 1998 the girl’s locker room got a complete refurbishment and a second girls locker room opened under Curling to provide much-needed additional locker space for this membership group.

• By 1999, the entrance fee was $12,000 and there were 11,032 total members.

• To ease the process of program registration, a new “Book-It” touch tone phone system was launched in 1999. Members could now register 24 hours/day, 7 days per week. By fall registration, an online system was also added.

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• The smoking of pipes and cigars was no longer permitted in the Corner Pocket in 1999.

• The first of its kind in North America, a new tennis court surface, Mega Slide, was installed in 1999 along with new lights and refurbished curtains.

• In 1999, The Glencoe Club became a partner of The International Club Network, providing members with access to some of the most desirable affiliated clubs around the world.

2000s • In January 2000, the Club purchased its first AED (automatic external defibrillator) to be used in emergencies. Staff was fully trained on this device along with regular CPR and First Aid. • By May 2000 members had the convenience of paying account charges through online banking.

• On July 1, 2000 the Club restricted smoking in all areas of the Club other than in the Corner Pocket.

• Both the indoor and outdoor pool closed for two and a half months for a major mechanical upgrade in 2000. Other renovations done at this time to the outdooor pool area included replacing the waterslide, outdoor deck and planters, refinishing the tank, and removing the wading pool.

• The Pro Shop and West Entrance were renovated in 2000. The entrance was upgraded to improve security and add automatic doors.

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• The grand opening of the new Glencoe Pro Shop was celebrated on September 25, 2000.

• In 2000 all entrances were equipped with electronic scanners and the Club enhanced membership cards from thin, paper cards to plastic smart cards that provided not only member identification but access to Club entrances and point of sale purchases. By 2001 key fobs were also available for Club access.

• From May - September 2001 the Bowling Alley was renovated with equipment upgrades, computerized scoring, strobe lighting, a high-tech sound system, and new furnishings. The new state-of-the-art Bowling Centre opened on September 14.

• The Glencoe Club entered into an agreement with the Elbow Park Resident’s Association and took over the management of the Elbow Park Tennis Club in 2001, giving members access to outdoor courts at very low cost.

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• The Glencoe Club celebrated its 70th Anniversary in 2001. The Glencoe Club Story: 70 Years of Sports History 1931-2001 written by Wendy Bryden was published and distributed to all members.

• In 2001 the Club took over the management of the National Training Centre for Badminton from Badminton Canada.

• By 2002, the Entrance fee for new members reached $15,000.

• The Glencoe Club became a fully non-smoking facility on April 1, 2003.

• In 2003 renovations and upgrades to the Club included skylight replacement/repair in the Fitness Centre, fitness equipment replacement, squash court HVAC system replacemment, skating hallway flooring replacement, rebuild of the curling entrance, replacement of laundry washers and dryers, main switchboard upgrade, and major roofing repairs.

• A sprinkler system was installed throughout the Club in 2004 to improve safety of all members and add protection to the building in the event of a fire.

• A major computer and software upgrade to the membership database and accounts receivable system was done in 2004 to improve member communication and allow members to review statements, chits, and the newsletter online.

• In 2004, the four-year roof replacement project was completed, a new boys locker room was added providing close to 300 more lockers, and renovations were done to the Men’s Curling Locker Room.

• By 2007, the entrance fee for new members reached $25,000.

• On June 1, 2008 the Board decided to temporarily give House members unlimited access to all facilities during the summer months, while the Club was typically less busy. This became the Summer House Program which required annual review and approval.

• After many years of supporting Kids Help Phone and Inn from the Cold, the Glencoe partnered with Boys & Girls Clubs of Calgary as their charity of choice in 2008.

• In December 2008, The Glencoe Club partnered with Heaven’s Fitness for the delivery of adult group fitness classes.

This partnership lasted until 2019.

• Renovation work on the Lobby and Ballroom began in May 2009. This project included the Main Reception area, the upper foyer and washrooms, the Ballroom, the West Room, and the Solarium. As a result, these areas plus the Grille Room, West Patio and Main Entrance were closed for a few months.

• During the renovation to the Main Reception area, the Past Presidents’ pictures were removed and a new feature display was produced and installed in the upper hallway in September 2009.

• With the completion of the 5/10 pin conversion in the Bowling Centre in 2009, members were able to choose what option to play. Both 5 pin and 10 pin games could be played at the same time in the Bowling Centre. With this project came a new scoring system, new flat screen HD monitors, new furniture and improved flooring.

• An online court booking system badminton, sqush and tennis was introduced in 2005.

• Renovations completed in 2005 included new paint, curtains, and flooring surrounding the skating rink, replacing the old outdoor pool flooring with tiles, and the addition of a new emergency staircase for the Fitness Centre as well as studio upgrades.

• By 2005 the Entrance fee for new members reached $18,000.

• In 2007-2008 the Main Ladies Locker Room was completely renovated, a new Fitness elevator was installed, and both the Men’s and Ladies Locker Rooms got air conditioning. The West Entrance doors were also updated to improve temperature levels at the Sports Office.

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2010s • Both the West Entrance and Sports Office underwent a renovation in 2010.

• Mechanical upgrades of the Club’s heating systems were completed in November 2010.

• In 2011, a parking counter system was installed to let members know how many spots were available in each parking venue.

• In response to membership use trends, on April 1, 2011 the dress code for the Grille Room went from formal to business casual and a monthly fresh sheet was introduced.

• A new website and weekly member email program were launched in 2011 to encourage more digital communications and engagement. The first online voting for the Board of Directors and the first paperless program registration occured that fall.

• Major renovations occured to the Corner Pocket, Boardroom and washrooms in 2011. These renovations involved increasing the capacity of the Corner Pocket, doubling the size of the washrooms and modernizing the décor and autio visual systems for the Boardroom.

• Social media became a part of the Glencoe communication plan with the launch of Twitter in 2012, Facebook in 2013 and Instagram in 2016.

• The Main Men’s Locker Room was renovated in 2013.

• The flood in June 2013 substantially impacted the Club and the community. The Glencoe Club opened its doors to neighbours, providing them with food and access to showers and washrooms. Repair and restoration work to the Club began and continued for many months.

• A full Club electrical upgrade was completed in 2013.

• After a lengthy land use amendment process, followed by a member vote, the West Expansion began in May 2014.

• After an extensive facelift, the new Bowling Centre opened in June 2014.

• The first annual Father/Daughter Ball was held on June 20, 2015.

• The new pub opened without a name on September 14, 2011. Members were able to submit ideas and the new name, The Point After, was announced in November.

• After moving to more digital methods of communication, the last printed copy of The Glencoe News was released in December 2011. It continued to be posted to the website.

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Glencoe Life THE GLENCOE CLUB MAGAZINE

SPRING 2016 • Vol. 1 Issue 1

The Future is Now See Grand Opening Feature on pg. 18-21

• In June 2015 Project Angel won the 2014-2015 Program of the Year Award by the North American Association of Club Athletic Directors.

• By 2016, the entrance fee reached $45,000.

• On March 11, 2016, the Club celebrated the grand opening of Phase 1 of the West Expansion, including lower and upper level indoor parking, the Climbing Centre, Play Zone and flex room, and the expanded Fitness Centre and Physiotherapy Clinic. Over 1,400 members attended and toured the new areas.

• The new Glencoe Club logo that is used today was launched in March 2016.

• The first issue of Glencoe Life was published in Spring 2016. Released four times per year, this new publication replaced the monthly newsletter.

• On June 4 and 5, 2016, the Club celebrated the grand opening of the new Outdoor Pool. That November, the last developments of Phase 2, the Wellness Centre and the Golf Simulators, opened for member use.

• Additional renovations in 2017 included the pool viewing hallway and the Skating Lounge.

• In 2018 the entrance fee for new members was raised to $55,000.

• The fitness locker rooms received an upgrade in 2018, and the tennis courts were renovated in 2019.

• The last annual Glencoe Icebreaker road race was hosted in April 2019.

• The Main Course renovation was kicked off on June 1, 2019. Separated into two phases, this renovation included all of the food and beverage venues on the second floor, the Kitchen, the Ballroom and the Upper Foyer.

• Through Project Angel, The Glencoe Club partnered with a new charity of choice, KidSport Calgary, in 2020.

• The Glencoe Guppies, a new, non-competitive swim club for ages 5-7, was introduced in January 2020.

• Argyle Kitchen + Patio opened in February 2020.

• On March 16, 2020 the Club was closed due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The Club reopened in phases in alignment with the Alberta Government’s reopening plan beginning in May 2020.

• McCullough’s Pub and Social House and the new Ballroom opened in October 2020.

• A new security system, including gates at the Main and West entrances, was installed in 2016.

• On November 16, 2021, The Glencoe Club officially turns 90!

• In 2016 The Glencoe Club was recognized as Club of the Year by the Canadian Society of Club Managers.

• As part of the Food & Beverage Master Plan, the Glen Harvest Café was renovated and relocated to overlook 29th Avenue in 2017. The administration offices took over the old space of the café. The all new Café 29 opened August 2017.

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The Legacy Project Get to know some lifelong Glencoe members as they share their memories and love of the Club.

Wendy Bryden How did you become a member of the Glencoe?

I grew up on Riverdale Avenue in Elbow Park, where the Glencoe is located. Everybody I went to school with belonged to the Glencoe, so we started putting the pressure on our parents. “When can we belong to the Glencoe?” I think they joined in the early ‘50s.

What sports and activities did you participate in?

We did everything but my big sport was swimming. I swam a lot, mostly when I was in junior high school at Rideau. I was on the swim team at the Glencoe. Ken McKenna was hired for the summers to train us, and he used to make us swim with our clothes and our shoes on. Then, when we went into swim meets, we were like greased pigs going down those lanes. We did really well! We also had our wedding reception here. It was December 30, 1964. The Club was newly constructed after the fire. I think Margie Crosland and her husband had the first wedding at the Glencoe when it was reconstructed. She was the Canadian Champion figure skater featured in The Glencoe Book. And I think she had the first wedding, and it was pretty special, but we were close behind in 1964. The Ballroom was big, and we had a really nice wedding at Christ Church and then came over here for the reception and it was 30 below.

Are your children members of the Club?

All our children belong to the Glencoe.

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We have four sons. They’re all over 50 now. They got their Glencoe memberships when they graduated from university, I think, as a gift from us. They’ve all been very active here and now their children (our grandchildren) are, too. Back then, we had four boys who were very active at the Glencoe. We had a new house in the suburbs which at that point was miles away and I had to drive an orange Volkswagen van with a stick shift and four boys in the back. I was always late for lessons after school so we decided we’d move right next to The Glencoe Club!

We bought an old pile of rocks, a sandstone house, just down the street on Glencoe Road and we’ve lived there since 1977.

How has your use of the Club changed over the years?

I’m no longer on the Glencoe swim team, just in case you didn’t know! I started playing a lot of tennis. It was wonderful in the early days when the court was outside where the parking lot is now. It was beautiful. We had some wonderful

tennis players at the Glencoe.

I tried to learn tennis as an adult once I got all the boys in school. I spent a lot of money on lessons and never really improved at all. It’s tough to learn tennis as an adult. If you can, learn (to play tennis) as a child. I see those youngsters playing now, up in the courts with the tennis pros. They’re so lucky they’re learning early.

Anyway, that was my sport until I got invited to write The Glencoe Book. At that point, I decided I was never going to win anything in tennis but perhaps I could contribute by writing.

How did you get approached to write The Glencoe Book?

Well, I took journalism in university. I also taught skiing in Quebec for a couple of years before I was married. I’ve always loved those two things. For the Olympics, they just came together. I luckily got a chance to write one of the official books for the Winter Games in Calgary in 1988.

So, I had that under my belt. Then one day, I was leaving the Glencoe in the mid-90s, going out the front door and Ray Brett, the Assistant Manager, ran after me, calling “Wendy! Wendy!” I thought “Oh, this is interesting... one of our boys has not paid their Glencoe fees,” but instead, he explained to me that the 70th anniversary of the Glencoe was coming up in a few years and the History Committee was discussing what they were going to do. The Glencoe, apparently, has always had this little slush fund off to the side for special events. I don’t know

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Glencoe Club History Committee: (L-R) Shirley Boyse, Shirley Simmering, Tedd Jennings, Wendy Bryden, Janet Lipsett, Ev Wigham, Lawrie Bonney and Dorothy Wright

if they still have it, but it was for special events, and they decided to produce a book. I said, “You want me to write a book for the Glencoe?” He said “Well, we would like you to think about it.” I thought “Well, okay, I could do that.” My husband was traveling a lot then in Russia as a consultant in the oil business and the boys had all gone away to university, so I had a bit of time and started to go to the History Committee meetings, and we discussed how we would do this book.

Who helped you with the book?

We had a wonderful fellow on our History Committee named Tedd Jennings. He had been at the Glencoe as a child for the opening gala in 1931. He was an encyclopedia of knowledge and a wonderful person. We spent a lot of time doing this book. We had lots of photo shoots of groups and so on. I thought it would be fun to have the book launch on my husband’s birthday, September 14, 2001. Well, we all know what happened on September 11, 2001, which was three days before our book launch. It was so horrendous, these planes flying into the World Trade Center. Everybody in the world was stunned. Our President, John Rooney, who was going to be sitting at the head table for the book launch, was with his identical twin brother, Bob Rooney, a very successful and popular

lawyer in Calgary, on a business deal in Jakarta. They got to Hong Kong and then couldn’t get anywhere else. Every plane in the world just had to land somewhere.

And our whole guest list became a dog’s breakfast.

How did the book launch eventually happen?

I came home and phoned Barbara Ann Scott. I said, “I don’t know what to do, Barbara. This is such a horrendous day.

9/11.” I said “I think we’re going to cancel this launch and the whole thing...”

And do you know what she said to me?

She said, “Over my dead body.” She was about 90 at that point. She said she and Tommy would be there if they could.

She said “the mayor’s coming and you’ve arranged all these people. Don’t let the terrorists win; that’s exactly what they want.” That’s why she was a Canadian champion and our Barbara Ann Scott!

She gave me inspiration to carry on three days later, which was designated a national day of mourning in Canada.

That was the book launch day, and the mayor was the master of ceremonies because John Rooney wasn’t there, but he (the mayor) had to be downtown at Olympic Plaza making speeches, so Frank King took over and just kept talking until the mayor arrived, late (poor mayor, he didn’t even have any lunch, he just came

LEGACY PROJECT Are you a Glencoe Club member with lifelong experiences to share?

We’d love to interview you (on video or send you a short questionnaire), then run highlights in Glencoe Life.

If you’re interested, or you know someone else we should interview, please email create@glencoe.org If we feature your story in Glencoe Life, you will receive a COMPLIMENTARY DINNER FOR TWO AT ARGYLE KITCHEN + PATIO!

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What does the Club mean to you?

The Glencoe Club is part of our family.

We couldn’t imagine our life without the Glencoe. That’s why we moved to Glencoe Road: We said “Let’s live right down the street! Do you want to go for a swim? Go bowling? You can do whatever you want!” Our grandchildren love it.

Their dads all belong. They can use the Glencoe, too. It’s wonderful to see the generations. The little toddlers. It’s the best club in Canada. And you know most people want to belong to it but there’s such a big waiting list now. There never used to be. You have to date someone who’s a member. That’s the first thing you have to ask them (“Are you a member of The Glencoe Club?”) If they’re not… you’ve got to keep shopping! That’s the secret, I think! A

in said congratulations to the Glencoe).

I think he was a member, actually. Al Duerr. And so, we all sat down and had a wonderful lunch (except Food & Beverage Manager, Ron Adlington, who was having fits that the fish was overcooked because the mayor was late)!

Anyway, we had the book launch, and it was a happy day and I think Barbara Ann was right: We did need a happy event and The Glencoe Club is a happy place and so I’m very glad we didn’t cancel the book launch.

What was most special about the 1988 Winter Olympics?

When the Olympics came to Calgary, the final torchbearer was one of our little figure skaters. The Glencoe Club’s Robin Perry lit the torch (it was the first time a child had ever lit the torch at the Olympics).

What was your most memorable experience at the Club?

Last year when my husband got a hole in one at The Glencoe Golf & Country Club with his buddies on Saturday morning. It was a month before his 85th birthday. Oh, man, that was so exciting and the Glencoe has this wonderful tradition of giving. You give them the ball that you hit into the cup and then they give you this little box and you put the ball in it and it’s got the logo on it. It’s really lovely and there’s a picture of my husband, Ian, and his Saturday morning golf group which is Bill Bonney, Ian Bryden, Kris Snethun, who we lost this year, sadly, (they’re really missing him) and Dr. Joe Fairbanks.

One of the funniest things that I remember was walking out of the Glencoe one Halloween and there was a life-size skeleton sitting in a chair at the front entrance reading my book! Maybe he learned something. Who knows!

Glencoe book launch, September 14, 2001 (L-R): Ken Read, President Alpine Canada; Mel Shannon, former Glencoe President; Al Duerr, Mayor; Wendy Bryden, author; Frank King, President OCO’88; Larry Wood, Sports Editor, Calgary Herald; Al Murray, Vice-President Sports, CODA; Bonnie Scott, Glencoe Club Vice-President; Ernie McCullough, 1948 Canadian Olympic Team; Judy Forshner, PGA Head Golf Professional, Glencoe Golf & Country Club

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As you enter the Club through the West Entrance, you are now greeted by a new beautiful painting by Canadian artist, K. Neil Swanson.

Dedicated to our Glencoe families, friends and employees in remembrance of the time we spent apart during 2020–2021 and in celebration of our future times we will spend together in our second home.

“The idea for the painting was presented to me from Evonne Whelan, a long time member of The Glencoe Club. She wanted to symbolize coming out of the pandemic, with a special piece that celebrated the ‘city’ of the Club, with a Tree of Life motif. She said, “Lots of colour, Neil!” and expressed many more interesting ideas that I took to heart.

I was currently working on a project that came about in 2020, a direct result of a covid dream. I fortunately never got covid, but like everyone else, it has affected our lives in many ways. I decided to paint 2,020 songbirds to commemorate this extraordinary time. Songbirds, to me, represent the promise of spring, and the renewal of life.

This painting illustrates the concept of growth and resiliency of a community, its people and their unique place and contribution to our city.”

– K. Neil Swanson

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Hello there,

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

MADDIE SKEANS MEET THE A Hero in our Midst

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On May 27, 2021, The Glencoe Club received the following letter. Our team was brought to tears hearing about the heroic efforts of one of our young members, Maddie Skeans. With permission from both families involved, we’re sharing this letter with you, our Glencoe community, highlighting the heroism of this exceptional young member. We are so very proud of you, Maddie. The bravery and courage you showed is an inspiration to us all.

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I hope this letter finds you well. My name is Shannon Popowich. I am the family friend of one of your long-standing Club members, Maddie Skeans (oldest daughter to Paul and Jane Skeans/Mackimmie). I wanted to take this opportunity to share a story about her from last weekend. I thought her community might be proud to know that they have a hero in their midst.

On May 22, 2021, Maddie bravely risked her own life to save our seven-year-old daughter Nora, from drowning. Our families were at our neighbouring cabins in Premiere Lake, British Columbia, for the long weekend.

On Saturday, we decided to go on a hike to the “flume,” a place where the water rushes between the deep, narrow channel between the rocks, creating an amazing spectacle of turbulence and white rapids. It had rained earlier in the day and the trail to the flume was partially washed out, so we paused for a moment to take in the scenery and swollen river raging below our path. Like most children, our kids were drawn to the water.

They ventured down closer to the water’s edge to throw rocks and splash in the puddles collecting onto the bank. Maddie and Nora had chosen the same rock to sit on to explore the water. All appeared controlled, safe and calm until Nora decided to stand up. Nora slipped as she stood and was pulled into the turbulent, churning water. Because of the undertow, Nora was unable to surface and was pulled downstream by the strong current.

Without hesitation, Maddie jumped into the fast-moving water and grabbed Nora.Using all her strength, Maddie held on to Nora and resisted being thrust toward rocks and boulders by the strong current. Maddie’s father, Paul, was first to reach them and was able to grab Maddie, who still had Nora firmly in her arms.

This all happened so quickly. Had it not been for the brave and quick actions of your student, Maddie Skeans, we feel certain we would have lost our little girl that afternoon. Maddie saw that Nora was in grave danger and put her own life at risk to save her.

There are no words to express the gratitude and appreciation that we feel toward Maddie. She is an amazing and brave young lady, to whom we will be forever grateful. Your Club has a remarkably courageous, incredibly strong, selfless and kind young lady. A not-so-average, but rare Hero.

In a time when we are bombarded with the stress, bad news and negativity of this pandemic, I thought you would be encouraged to hear a VERY GOOD story involving one of your members.

Thank you & kind regards, Shannon Popowich (Nora’s Mom)

What is the luckiest thing that has ever happened to you?

Where I was born (Calgary).

ABOUT MADDIE What are your favourite pastimes or hobbies?

I love sports, hanging out with friends, skiing, and backcountry camping.

Generally, just being around people and the outdoors!

What is your favourite sport?

I don’t have just one! My top four are skiing, track, swimming, and field hockey.

What’s your favourite travel destination and where else do you want to go?

I’d go to Japan to ski because the powder is supposedly amazing. And I would like to go to Bolivia to visit the girl that my friends and I fund raised an educational scholarship for.

What is your favourite quote?

I have two: “Hustle in silence and let your success make the noise.” ~ Unknown “Bravery is not the absence of fear.

Bravery is feeling the fear and deciding that something else is more important.” ~ Nelson Mandela How do you start your day?

Often by hitting the snooze button, especially before 6 am Gators practices!

What are the small things that make your day better?

Music and running.

What is the one thing you can’t live without?

My sister and my headphones.

What are you looking forward to over the next few months?

I’m excited to be taking some time off track and sports to enjoy the rest of my summer.

What is something you think everyone should do at least once in their lives?

Go cliff jumping!

Who inspires you to be better?

My siblings, friends, teammates, and coaches.

What challenges you?

Time management is undoubtedly the biggest personal challenge in my life!

I am grateful for my friends and family and for my swim coaches, Randi and Jim. Through my experience saving Nora, I have learned that swimming is not only a sport but also a life skill.

I am grateful that I had the confidence to act quickly in that moment.

What are your goals and ambitions for the future?

I’m still trying to figure that out, but my short-term goals involve travelling the world, attending university, playing varsity sports, and learning a Cork Seven on skis next season!

ABOUT MADDIE & THE GLENCOE When did you become a member of The Glencoe Club?

My family is fortunate to have been members for four generations.

What Club sports, programs or services do you or your family use the most?

My family and I mainly use the sports facilities, including the pool, the gym, the skating rink, and the tennis and squash courts. We also love the cafeteria!

Are there programs or services you’d like to use that you haven’t, yet?

I think I’ve used everything but the Pub! What does being a member of The Glencoe Club mean to you?

Being a part of the Glencoe is important to me because it is a place where I can be active, connect with my friends and meet others in the community.

What do you love most about being a member?

I feel really lucky to have access to highquality fitness and athletic facilities.

What are your fondest memories at the Club?

My fondest memories are the countless early morning breakfasts I would have with the swim team before going to school.

What is your favourite dining venue and why?

The Cafeteria is my go-to place for its convenience and delicious crispy chicken wraps! A GLENCOE LIFE Volume 6, Issue 3 33

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MEMBERSHIP CARDS/FOBS & SECURITY ACCESS BARRIERS Our barriers, located at the West Entrance and Reception, require members nine years of age and older to swipe their personal membership card or fob on top of the right pedestal to enter the glass gates. If you do not have your card/fob with you, please wait at the desk to check in with the next available Member Services Representative.

Members do not need to swipe their membership card or fob when exiting the Reception gates.

Please note, Junior members nine to 17 years are not able to charge without their valid membership card. If you need a new membership card or fob, please see a Member Services Representative at the Sports Office. Members eight years of age and under need to be supervised by an adult while in the Club.

MEMBERSHIP DATABASE Please ensure we have your current email, mailing address, birthdate and phone numbers in our membership database.

Kindly forward any changes to membership@glencoe.org Changes to dependents, spouse or membership status can also be sent to this address. Please include your name and account number.

QUESTIONS ABOUT YOUR ACCOUNT? In order for us to best respond to your account inquiries, please direct your specific questions to the following staff members: • Membership Leigh Gerard: 403-287-4104 membership@glencoe.org • Accounts Receivable Sue Le: 403-287-4135 glencoear@glencoe.org Account & Payment Queries • Fitness Ken Clarke: 403-287-4169 kclarke@glencoe.org

• Wellness Centre Jessica Power Cyr 403-287-4178 jpowercyr@glencoe.org • Physiotherapy Clinic 403-287-4179 physio@glencoe.org

AUTO PAYMENT Sign up for Auto Payment from either your personal banking or credit card. Please contact Accounts Receivable at glencoear@glencoe.org or 403-287-4135.

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» New Members • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Cole Arthur Scott Boychuk Marie-France Brunelle Gary Clarke Julie D’Avignon Afshin Devani Shane Dunn Jonathan Feilding Doan Galarneau Trevor Galon Clinton Graham J. Richard Hotchkiss Cheryl Irwin Bill Kellett Danny Martin Jacob Morrissey Jonathan Nikolic Shawn Ostrow Jennifer Perdec Michael Sander Larissa Seredycz Ryan Shewchuk Corbin Staniloff Brett Stevenson Ezekiel Weis

» In Memory Of • • • • • • •

Charles (Chuck) Barlow Edgar Davis Esther Emmett Mary Giuffre Joseph Sefel Don Sharpe Walter Stapleton

MEMBERSHIP

Guest Policies

CLUB NEWS

Members 18 years and older have the privilege of introducing Sports or Social Guests with access to these facilities.

In addition to the weekly email, sign into glencoe.org to view the Club News section for the latest updates on what’s happening around the Club. You’ll be able to view event results, videos, general news, Glencoe Life (digital edition), Pro Shop specials and more. Visit glencoe.org

SPORTS GUEST Venue Access • • • • • • •

All Sports Facilities Showers Steam Room Locker Rooms Massage Outdoor Pool Deck & 29 Degrees Childcare

Fees • Junior - Day Pass $11 / Week Pass* $44 • Adult - Day Pass $18 / Week Pass* $72 • Sports guests are limited to one visit per month *Week Passes are intended for out-of-town guests (100 km+ out of Calgary) only.

They are valid for seven (7) days.

Dress Code • Racquets: Predominately (75%) white clothing.

• Shinny: Helmets are required for all players under the age of 18.

• Fitness: Clothing with no profanity.

• Aquatics: Conservative swimwear and sun tanning attire for a family-orientated facility.

SOCIAL GUEST Venue Access • • • •

Café 29 Argyle Kitchen + Patio McCullough’s Pub and Social House Social Functions

Fees No charge for Club access. All dining facilities accept Visa, MasterCard, Interac and Cash.

Dress Code • Argyle Kitchen + Patio: Smart casual.

No ball caps, no white racquet attire and appropriate summer attire on the patio.

JUNIORS All juniors under 18 wanting to sign in a guest must have permission from an adult member on their account. For both social or sport activities, a guest fee is required if the adult member is not in the Club with them.

EVENTS PHOTOS The Glencoe Club website (glencoe.org) has an Events Photos page containing galleries of all our recent events. All of the photos are viewable in a beautiful picture gallery that works great on desktop, laptop, tablet or smartphone. View photos from recent Glencoe events and/or download them at your convenience.

GUEST WIRELESS The Club provides an unsecured Wi-Fi connection throughout all member areas including the Outdoor Pool Deck and West Patio. Using your Windows or Apple “wireless network connection” utility, browse for the SSID “Glencoe Member”.

Your PC may warn you that this is not a secured wireless connection. If you agree to the connection terms, continue to connect. If your PC uses a proprietary wireless network utility, please follow the manufacturer’s instructions for “scanning for a new wireless connection”.

GLENCOE APP A convenient way to access many of the features on our website. Just search “The Glencoe Club” in the app store.

With the app you can: • View statements and reservations • Book tennis, squash and badminton courts and curling sheets • Register for classes, programs and Club-wide events • Book Wellness services • Order items from Café 29 and Argyle Kitchen + Patio with Grab & Go • Receive important alerts • Read the latest Club news and member achievements • Find a directory of Glencoe staff GLENCOE LIFE Volume 6, Issue 3 35

AFFILIATED CLUBS The Glencoe Club is currently affiliated with over 80 clubs worldwide. Our affiliated clubs have varied policies with respect to access to their clubs: signing privileges, guest regulations, etc.

All affiliated clubs require a letter of introduction sent by a Glencoe representative.

Some affiliated clubs are able to provide accommodation.

Some require payment of any charges before departure, while others will bill any charges through your Glencoe account. It is quite important that Glencoe members check with the Club office before departure to avoid any embarrassment.

There is an administrative fee equivalent to three percent on all charges that are made at other clubs where there are affiliate charging privileges. Any charges from affiliated clubs outside of Canada must be paid at the time of service.

PLEASE NOTE: You require a letter of introduction before visiting any affiliated club.

An up-to-date membership card is required for all affiliated clubs. ● Accounts must be paid prior to departure ■ Accommodation $ R eciprocal/Facility Fees may apply For more information, please call Member Services: 403-243-2506 Please send your feedback on reciprocal club visits to: membership@glencoe.org A digital brochure with links to the various clubs is available to download from glencoe.org

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AFRICA

Cape Town: Kelvin Grove Club Johannesburg: The Wanderers Club (Accommodation at Protea Hotel Wanderers)

ARGENTINA

Buenos Aires: The Hurlingham Club

AUSTRALIA

Melbourne: Royal Automobile Club of Victoria Sydney: Tattersalls Club

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INDONESIA

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IRELAND

Brussels: International Club Château Sainte-Anne ■ ● (Accommodation at Hotel Astoria) Darussalam: Royal Brunei Yacht Club

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CANADA ALBERTA Edmonton: Derrick Golf & Winter Club Royal Glenora Club BRITISH COLUMBIA Pitt Meadows: Swaneset Bay Country Club Vancouver: Arbutus Club Hollyburn Country Club Jericho Tennis Club Terminal City Club Vancouver Lawn Tennis & Badminton Club Victoria: Bear Mountain Tennis Club Union Club of British Columbia MANITOBA Winnipeg: Winnipeg Squash & Racquet Club (Men’s Club) Winnipeg Winter Club NOVA SCOTIA Halifax: Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Squadron ONTARIO London: The London Club Oakville: The Oakville Club Toronto: Adelaide Club The Badminton & Racquet Club The Boulevard Club The Cambridge Club (Men’s Club) The Granite Club The Royal Canadian Yacht Club Toronto Athletic Club Toronto Cricket, Skating & Curling Club Toronto Lawn Tennis Club The University Club QUEBEC Montreal: Club Sportif MAA Club Atwater Mount Royal Tennis Club SASKATCHEWAN Saskatoon: The Saskatoon Club

Dublin: Fitzwilliam Lawn Tennis Club

JAPAN

Kobe Club (Accommodation Hotel Tor Road) Tokyo American Club

MALAYSIA

Raintree Club of Kuala Lumpur Alabang Country Club, Inc Baguio Country Club The Manila Club

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SINGAPORE

The Tanglin Club $ ■ ■● ● ● ●

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Beijing: American Club ● Hong Kong: Hong Kong Football Club ● Kowloon Cricket Club ● LRC $● Shanghai: The Shanghai International Tennis Centre Club London: Army & Navy Club City University Club The Hurlingham Club The Lansdowne Club Roehampton Club Royal Overseas League The St. James’s Hotel & Club

Jakarta: Mercantile Athletic Club

PHILIPPINES

CHINA

ENGLAND

Kolkate: Space Circle Clubs & Resorts Pvt. Ltd The Circle Club The Spring Club Maharashtra: PYC Hindu Gymkhana

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BELGIUM

BRUNEI

INDIA

■● ● ● $ ■ ● ● ■● ■●

THAILAND

The British Club Bangkok

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UNITED STATES ALASKA Anchorage: Petroleum Club of Anchorage CALIFORNIA Berkeley: Faculty Club of Berkeley Los Angeles: California Yacht Club The Los Angeles Athletic Club Riviera Tennis Club San Francisco: Marines’ Memorial Club & Hotel The Olympic Club University Club of San Francisco COLORADO Denver: Denver Athletic Club ILLINOIS Chicago: University Club of Chicago Union League Club of Chicago MICHIGAN Detroit: Detroit Athletic Club MINNESOTA Saint Paul: University Club of Saint Paul Minneapolis: Women’s Club of Minneapolis NEW YORK New York: New York Athletic Club The University Club of New York Rochester: Genesee Valley Club OHIO Canton: Glenmoor Country Club Cincinnati: Cincinnati Athletic Club OREGON Eugene: Downtown Athletic Club Portland: Multnomah Athletic Club TEXAS Houston: Houston Racquet Club WASHINGTON Bellevue: Bellevue Club Seattle: Washington Athletic Club Spokane: Spokane Club WASHINGTON, D.C. The University Club of Washington

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*Note: the onus is on the member to find out which clubs are open to guests and what restrictions are in place. The Glencoe Club will not be accepting reciprocal club visitors until further notice.

The Arbutus Club will be accepting Reciprocal Guests beginning September 7, 2021.

The Arbutus Club

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estled below Arbutus Ridge in Vancouver’s historic Shaughnessy neighbourhood, The Arbutus Club has been a landmark in the city since its inception in 1964. Today, the club is a thriving, modern community centered upon a mission of putting families first.

Situated on seven beautiful acres, The Arbutus Club features a 200,000 sq. ft., world-class recreation complex spanning over 3 floors. Providing sports programming, recreational services, and world-class dining for members to enjoy, the club has earned a reputation as one of Canada’s finest private clubs and is recognized as a Platinum Club of the World.

The club recently underwent an extensive infrastructure expansion and improvement program, revitalizing many of its facilities and repurposing existing areas for a more diverse array of programming. The renovation provided increased space, functionality, multi-use areas, and modernized aesthetics.

A sports enthusiast’s dream, the club boasts 11 tennis courts (indoor & outdoor), pickleball courts, two regulation sized gymnasiums, an NHL-sized ice rink, a mini rink, a six-lane 25 metre Olympic-sized swimming pool, a pilates studio, a fitness centre, and five squash courts. Visitors will be afforded a plethora of leisure activities to get their blood pumping and endorphins flowing.

Wishing to unwind on your next trip to the coast? Book a treatment in the luxurious Spa at Arbutus, relax with a massage in the Physiotherapy & Wellness Centre, or enjoy some retail therapy in the carefully curated Shoppe. With a hot tub, steam room and sauna, the club provides the essentials for a calming, funfilled venture in Vancouver.

Of course, if delectable, home-cooked food is the way to your heart, don’t miss a meal at one of three food and beverage outlets. Whether it’s breakfast in The Bistro, a local craft brew in The Lounge, or a flavourful entrée in The Fireside, the club’s restaurants will tantalize your tastebuds and have you coming back for more with their unparalleled service.

Next time you’re on the west coast, don’t forget to experience your new home away from home at The Arbutus Club.

To arrange for your letter of introduction, simply contact reception@glencoe.org.

Be sure to include your member number, exact dates of your visit and all names of visiting members. A

AFFILIATED CLUB FEATURE THE ARBUTUS CLUB 2001 Nanton Avenue Vancouver, BC V6J 4A1 p: 604-266-7166 reception@arbutusclub.com www.arbutusclub.com

Facility Information • Tennis courts / Squash courts / Pickleball courts / Basketball courts • Gymnasiums • NHL size main rink and mini rink • Swimming pool / Hot tub / Sauna / Steam room • Fitness centre • Youth and family room (Shaughnessy Room) • Multi-purpose studios • Gymnastics studio / Music studios / Pilates studio • Physiotherapy and wellness centre / Spa • Adult social room / Rooftop patio • Retail shop • Family-style bistro / Adult lounge / Modern dining in the Fireside restaurant • Banquet rooms • Children’s centre

FOOD & BEVERAGE

Ready for the Wedding Boom?

A Ciara Glendon Food & Beverage Manager cglendon@glencoe.org 403-287-4173

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s couples around the world put wedding plans on hold in 2020 and into 2021, venues stood empty, much like the new Glencoe Ballroom.

tables. Being on a patio is all the rage these days so why not incorporate that into your wedding?

The Glencoe Club Ballroom gives access to the South Patio with beautiful soft lounge furniture and stunning greenery and flowers surrounding Now, with the easing of restrictions in 2021 and a it. Many couples are finding amazing ideas for the brighter outlook for 2022, couples are once again food at their wedding on Pinterest and Instagram, planning their big days and the but if you can only choose from wedding industry is experiencing the Banquet Package you may not We have a strong a “boom.” That is why if you are achieve your vision. The Banquet team of event planning a 2022 wedding, now is Package is a great place to start, professionals to the time to book your venue and we and it may just be perfect for your hope you will consider The Glencoe help you realize needs. If you have a different vision, Club Ballroom. With its starry though, our culinary team is happy the wedding of night light fixtures and hardwood to work with you to customize your dreams. floors, this dreamy space is sure to your menu. be popular for weddings.

Weddings are all about the details and making Are you considering a plated, buffet or cocktail-style things unique. We have a strong team of event wedding? The Ballroom at The Glencoe Club can professionals to help you realize the wedding of accommodate each of these styles. When doing a your dreams. Avoid disappointment and book your buffet-style wedding, there may be a need to also 2022 date now… before it’s gone! A use the Club Rooms to allow for extra space for the

FA L L C O C K TA I L R E C I P E S

glencoe new fashioned

barrel aged gin fashioned

rum Fashioned

glencoe old fashioned

Lot 40 Rye Fonseca Port +Vanilla Syrup +Cherry Bitters +Angostura Bitters

Wildlife Barrel Aged Gin +Wildlife Blood Orange +Brown Sugar Syrup

Flor de Caña 5 Year Dark Rum +Wildlife Walnut bitters +Vanilla Syrup

Buffalo Trace Bourbon Averna Amaro, Cynar +Maple Syrup +Orange bitters +Angostura bitters

SPORTS

FALL PROGRAMMING UPDATE RECREATION DEPARTMENT

F Suzette O’Byrne Recreation Manager sobyrne@glencoe.org 403-287-4180

all is typically a time for moving from the spontaneous and dynamic joys of summer to slowing down, setting goals, and settling into routine. This year, we are all looking forward to reconnecting with some of the routines of the past and incorporating innovations that have been developed over the last couple of years. The Recreation team has been working hard to develop an exceptional lineup of Fall 2021 programming and is excited to welcome you back.

Aquatics Aquatics has been building back their group classes over the summer. We are pleased to re-offer Preschool Swim Lessons where there is no requirement for a caregiver to be in the water with your child. The Aquatic Leadership courses are back, with valuable opportunities for you to get certified and inspire the next generation of swimmers. We are excited to re-start our popular Guppies program, which is the best way for little ones to prepare for the Gators Swim Club. Gators is excited to be able to bring back Junior Gators, Recreational Gators and Masters Gators and to re-introduce competition opportunities.

During the pandemic, you (our members) developed a preference for private and semi-private swim lessons. We’ll continue to offer increased opportunities to join these sessions throughout the week. We also tried and received positive support for new Aquafitness classes and are excited to offer Aqua Zumba on Thursday evenings and Water Walk and Strength on Monday mornings.

Bridge Bridge has enjoyed uninterrupted play through Bridge Base Online and we achieved such great success with our online bridge lessons that we’ve grown the program to three levels instead of just one! This fall, we’re excited to welcome back on-site play at the Club (as well as online). We will move the Beginner Bridge lessons to on-site, but intermediate and

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advanced lessons will be online with a valuable in-person component where you apply lessons learned during play in a supervised setting.

Climbing In addition to KinderClimb, Climbing Clubs and Climbing Team programming, the Climbing Centre is looking forward to welcoming back birthday parties, special events and corporate bookings. Our popular outdoor programming Birding Walks and Walking Club will continue with new locations, new sites to explore and wildlife to spot.

Fitness The Fitness department has experienced great success with its online group fitness classes and our members have let us know how much they enjoy the flexibility, ease, variety, and quality that this program has provided. We’ll continue to offer hybrid classes and build our on-demand classes as we move forward.

There are many new classes for this fall’s programming to enjoy including Restorative Yoga, Myofascial Stretch & Release, Yoga Nidra/Relaxation, Barre Fit, LIFT Weight Training, POUND and more.

Youth & Teen The Youth & Teen department is very excited to welcome back to their Fall 2021 lineup MiniPreneurs (entrepreneur program), Safe Kids, The Reading Foundation Discover ABC’s program, face-to-face tutoring and music lessons (virtual still available) and much more. New programs include art classes (with the talented Ms. Tess), Mini Music Corner (with Playzone and Camps’ Miss Madison), and a physical literacy program (with Preschool’s Ms. Lili).

Beyond the weekly programs, we are excited to start facilitating birthday parties, workshops and special events, again… especially the Club-Wide Halloween Party!

So let’s slow down to ramp-up goal setting, re-establish routines and, most of all, have some fun together, again!

It's been a long road, but we are happy to welcome our members home.

To celebrate, the fitness department is pleased to present:

ATHLETICS DEPARTMENT

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e are so excited to welcome you all back to regular programming for Fall 2021! Over the past 16 months, we have been unable to run our leagues and programs “normally,” and are looking forward to having you all back on the courts, lanes, sims and ice.

Across the board, you will see a return to regular league play, along with socials and events for our members to enjoy and connect, which we have all been missing.

Some highlights to look forward to: Our Ice Show (that we run every two years where our skaters get to showcase their talents to the membership), the Badminton Family Fun Day in September, the Club-Wide Halloween Party, Christmas socials and many more opportunities for members to socialize and enjoy the sports that have been missed so dearly during the pandemic.

Connor Rodewald Athletic Manager crodewald@glencoe.org 403-287-4112

Not only are we looking forward to getting back to regular programming and fun events, we are excited to once again run and attend tournaments to bring back competition across the board. All areas will be running Club championships and will look to have our competitive members attend tournaments. If that’s you, there will be opportunities to work with our highly-skilled Sports Professionals to sharpen your skills before competing. Keep an eye out for our Sports Brochure to see what programs are available for all ages, or contact your Sports Professional directly to learn about more opportunities.

Some highlights we are looking forward to adding or bringing back: Cardio Tennis, a Junior Bowling League, Squash Thirsty Thursday and Wednesday Doubles, Curling Turkey Shoots and Getting Started in Curling, Golf Sim Leagues, Tennis Leagues, the Badminton Ladder and getting to see friendly faces training and competing every day in our second home.

We cannot thank you enough (members and staff) for sticking together through these difficult times. We look forward to creating exceptional experiences for all members and are excited to see you all back at the Club! A

EXPERT PERSONAL TRAINING SESSIONS TO REACH YOUR GOALS!

WELCOME

HOME!

PROGRAM INCLUDES: 3 Personal Training Sessions (55 minutes each)

+ 1 Goal Setting and Wellness Session (55 minutes)

+ 10 Drop in Group Exercise Classes + 1 Body Composition Analysis

All for only

$249 + GST PLEASE NOTE: The Kickstarter Program is available only to members who have not accessed personal training in the last 2 years.

Limit one package per member (additional packages may be purchased as gifts for other members).

Purchased sessions do not expire.

To register or for full program details, please contact: sreynolds@glencoe.org

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SPORTS

Skaters, Parents, Members & Coaches: “We’re BACK!”

Scott Davis Skating Director sdavis@glencoe.org 403-287-4118

The past 16 months have been challenging for Glencoe’s Skating department. We‘ve had lockdowns, protocols and procedures. Many events had to be cancelled. These included the Glencoe Ice Show, competitions and recreational family skates. All of this negatively affected everyone — skaters, parents, members, and coaches. It’s an understatement to say: “We’re looking forward to bringing back all the events for all of you to enjoy!”

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ne positive outcome from the lockdowns was that we had extra time to reflect on the Skating department, decide which areas of focus make sense for the future and excitedly plan the best ways to help all skaters get back onto the ice.

Starting in September, we will relaunch our CanSkate beginner classes for energetic future skaters of all ages. Looking to improve basic figure skating, hockey, ringette or speed skating skills? This program is for you. CanSkate will also get you there if you just want to improve your skating for recreation, fitness or fun!

Conducted in a fun, friendly environment, the CanSkate program teaches a comprehensive set of balance, control and agility skills. It uses a nationally tested and proven curriculum that supports skater success by developing stronger basic skills on the ice.

Millions of Canadians, including World and Olympic figure skating champions and National Hockey League stars, have taken their first steps on the ice with the CanSkate program.

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Delivered by our highly-ranked National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) coaches, it will help you realize your skating goals.

Watch for upcoming skating events for all members.

These include FunSkates, Hockey Day in Canada, and the annual Glencoe Ice Show. We are excited to offer these events again and look forward to creating amazing moments for all members.

Also re-starting this fall: Local, provincial, national and international figure skating competitions. Our talented and motivated skaters will showcase their routines and training as they compete against others in their groups. We are excited to watch our skaters compete once again!

The Skating department is thrilled to be BACK! Check out the Sports Brochure at glencoe.org for all available classes and please reach out to ask any questions you may have on anything to do with skating. See you on the ice! A

SPORTS

NEED TO RE-STRING YOUR RACQUET? We now string racquets on-site!

Elbow Park Tennis Club 2020 and 2021 have been interesting years, to say the least. One positive for both summers is that the Elbow Park Tennis Club (EPTC) has been able to stay open.

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hroughout the pandemic, we’ve continued to play tennis on five of the best clay courts in the city! Our superintendent, Radu, spent many hours preparing the courts and kept them in optimal condition for us all summer long.

Sean Bahry EPTC Supervisor 403-287-4145 sbahry@glencoe.org

For the first time in EPTC history, we sold out our membership before the end of summer in 2020.

Then, in great Glencoe fashion, we exceeded that record by selling out the 2021 memberships before the courts even opened for the new season this year. The demand was so high we had to close our waitlist in June.

This season was filled with challenges and changes. We had at least three different sets of modified restrictions. We had Calgary’s hottest-ever heatwave, which many of our members braved to ensure they played all their tennis matches for the week. We also had some insane prairie storms that ripped the wind screens off the courts and hammered the grounds with hail the size of golf balls.

Stop by the Pro Shop today and speak to our team.

We’re lucky to be able to enjoy an unmatched tennis experience here on the clay courts at EPTC. We’ve had an outstanding season and we look forward to 2022 and beyond! A

We also offer re-gripping service at no extra cost! *See in store for details.

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XXIV Olympic Winter Games (Beijing 2022): More Glencoe Gold?

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ith the 2022 Olympic Winter Games in Beijing a few short months away, a number of teams and athletes are getting ready to represent Canada. The list includes some key athletes and staff from The Glencoe Club. Here’s a look at curling.

At the 2018 Winter Olympics in South Korea, the Canadian Mixed Doubles Curling Team consisted of John Morris (Glencoe) and Kaitlyn Lawes (Winnipeg), led by Coach Paul Webster. They brought home the gold medal for us in the inaugural Olympics for Mixed Doubles. It was the first-ever Olympic gold for The Glencoe Club in any sport.

We also had the entire 2018 Canadian Olympic Men’s Team playing out of The Glencoe Club, with Webster as Assistant Coach. In 2018, they placed fourth and are looking to get on the podium in 2022. In what might be described as the most

STAFF SPOTLIGHT: Coach Paul Webster Our Glencoe Curling Director, Paul Webster, has been the Olympic Team Leader for Curling Canada since 2014. As a national coach, Webster works with several of Canada’s top Women’s, Men’s and Mixed Doubles curling teams as they prepare for annual national and world events. In Olympic years, he is Olympic Team Leader, managing the full team and key contact with the Canadian Olympic Team.

The 2022 Olympic Winter Games in Beijing will be Webster’s fifth Olympic Games as a Team Canada Coach (and third as part of Team Glencoe).

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hotly contested Olympic sport in Canada, our Glencoe Men’s Team Kevin Koe is re-tooled and already qualified for the Canadian Olympic Trials, November 20 to 28, 2021, in Saskatoon.

With two-time Olympic gold medalist John Morris joining Team Koe this past season, they’re ready to go. Having pre-qualified for the Trials, they’ll be focused on winning that event with hopes of getting to the 2022 Olympics. With multiple World Championship wins and three Olympic gold medals, Team Koe goes in, representing Canada, as one of the three favourites.

Morris will also be playing in the Mixed Doubles Olympic Trials as well with his new partner, Rachel Homan. They, too, go in as one of the favourites. A

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Ready to Rock Down After the Lockdown?

Glencoe Curling is certainly ready for you!

by Paul Webster, Curling Director

KEY CURLING DATES September 13 Ice will be in and ready to use September 23 Programs start (Adults & Juniors) October 4 Leagues and opening socials begin November 18-21 Mixed Doubles Club Championship December 16 - January 2 Holiday League Break December 27 Doubles Bonspiel January 3 Leagues resume January 15 Outdoor Bonspiel at the Golf Club January 27-30 Senior Club Championships February 10-13 Mixed Club Championships March 7-13 Men’s & Ladies’ Club Championships

CURLING LEAGUES Monday Men’s League 6:30 pm Tuesday Men’s League 6:30 pm Wednesday Ladies League 6:30 pm Thursday Drop-in Doubles League 1 pm (no commitment; just show up and we put you on a team) Friday Morning Drop-in 10 am (show up and we put you on a team when you want to play)

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s we’ve all been cooped up for way too long, you’re probably sitting at home saying, “I really wish I could find a sport at the Glencoe that would allow me to play on a team and meet a lot of new people.” Well, guess what? There is one. It’s curling!

As the only team sport here at the Club that goes beyond just “partners,” curling provides you the opportunity to spread your wings and really get involved. What is more Canadian than curling?

With multiple leagues and programs, it’s easy to begin your curling experience here by simply making the decision to jump in and sign up. We have an amazing beginner program called Getting Started in Curling that is available to sign up online. The six-week program begins on Thursday, September 23 (at 6 pm) this Fall. With room for only 24 people, we strongly encourage you to sign up early.

Your extremely talented instructors will have you sliding, sweeping and tossing rocks at houses in no time!

The goal for the Getting Started program is to get you comfortable enough to join a league. League? Oh yes, a curling league, replete with the possibility of matching uniforms (your choice), teams of four and, of course, post-game socials. Did we mention we are the only sport with a bar in our Lounge? Well, it is true.

Our Curling Lounge is one of the most comfortable and inviting social spaces here in your Club. What better way to get

to know more people here at the Glencoe than to enjoy some curling and then sit around a table of eight and really get to know the people you have played. This engineered serendipity will ensure you get to know a lot of new Club members you have yet to meet. This is one of the main reasons curling has exploded here at the Glencoe (think live music for your curling league – we have a few acts already booked for the upcoming season).

Our curling socials are so good that, if everyone knew, there’s a solid chance we’d sell out just because of them. Let’s just say that plenty of other sports have borrowed our past event ideas because they were so good. Trust us when we tell you the group of Glencoe members that has decided to curl is a welcoming and patient bunch.

We all want you to come and join the greatest team sport at the Glencoe.

Only have one friend who is keen to curl and/or don’t know where to start? Then email our Curling Director, Paul Webster, at curling@glencoe.org and he’ll weave some magic and find you a team. See our league options in the sidebar (left) — some with full season (October to March, one night a week) and others with no commitment at all. The nice thing is you can field whoever you want on your team.

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Badminton Blast from the Past The Badminton department at the Glencoe has a storied history of excellence in the sport across the decades. There have been numerous National Champions and National Team Members who have competed throughout Canada and around the world and who have have made the Glencoe proud!

by Beth Richardson, Badminton Professional

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hotos of the most recent champions hang in the Badminton Lounge, behind the draw-desk.

Before the renovation that saw us change how the photos were organized, photos were spread throughout the lounge. Unfortunately, we were running out of space to showcase all of the amazing talent, so a large number of the older photos were digitized and placed in rotation in an electronic display. We are looking forward to showcasing more of the archived photos in the months ahead but with a bit more depth. The following athletes have graciously answered a few questions to allow us to get a bit more information about the athletes behind the photos from across the decades.

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Andrew Muir • 1987 Canadian Junior Boys Singles, Boys Doubles & Mixed Doubles Champion • 1990 Canadian National Mixed Doubles Champion

Age at which I began playing badminton and my first coach: 9 years; Channarong Ratanaseangsuang (Chan) Main coaches over the years: Chan and Billy Gilliland Favourite racquet: Brown Carbonex 3 with rainbow synthetic gut string when I was 11 years old.

Favourite place to play: MAAA because it was downtown Montreal, so close to so much great food like the Bar B Barn (ribs and chicken) and Dunn’s Smoked meat.

Fondest badminton memory: Being in Thailand with Chan and getting to spend a day with him showing me around Bangkok.

Biggest match/competition: Winning the 1991 Canadian National Mixed Doubles title in Saskatoon. Only match my grandmother ever saw me play.

Superstitions/rituals before/during competitions: Eat pancakes for breakfast every day.

Mark Johnston • 2005 Canadian U14 Boys Singles, Boys Doubles & Mixed Doubles Champion

Age at which I began playing badminton and my first coach: 8 years; Chan Main coaches over the years: Chan, Ken Poole, Beth, Ardy Favourite racquet: Muscle Power 99 Fondest badminton memory: Spending hours and hours every weekend on the courts playing all kinds of pick-up games with anyone and everyone. Many of the older players allowed me to play and practice with them, which helped me become a better player. Lifelong memories and many friendships were made in the badminton lounge!

come from within. The extra hours you put in behind the scenes, on your own time, where no one is watching and you’d rather be doing anything else, will help you become an even greater player.

That effort will allow you to achieve your ultimate goals!

Words of wisdom to the new young players: The drive to succeed must

Superstitions/rituals before/during competitions: “Look good, feel good, play good.”

Greatest rivalry: Jonathan Wong from the Royal Glenora Club.

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Evonne Cote Whelan Age at which I began playing badminton and my first coach: 5 years; Chan and Vara Sukanake Main coaches over the years: Chan, Beth and Bryan Favourite racquet: Yonex Cab 8 EVONNE WHELAN & CLAIRE ALLISON

• 2003 Canadian Masters 35+ Doubles Champions • 2003 US Masters 35+ Doubles Champions • 2004 Canadian Masters 35+ Doubles Champions • 2005 Canadian Masters 35+ Doubles Champions • 2005 US Masters 35+ Doubles Champions

Favourite place to play: Manhattan Beach Badminton Club, California. Junior Pan Am Games. My first international tournament and California was so impressive. The beach was four blocks away and everyone who lived there was super cool. We went to a Dodgers game and to Disneyland – pretty fun tournament for a 14 year old!

Biggest match/competition: Playing Chinese Taipei in final of World

Masters Women’s Doubles with Claire Alison – didn’t win but it was sure special.

Fondest badminton memory: Playing Masters Tournaments and reconnecting with old friends and rivals! So much fun when you are older!

Words of wisdom to the new young players: Play to play your best game, not to win. Winning isn’t as important as playing your best.

Greatest rivalry: Karen Torstensen and Joanne Gillette. Darn they were hard to beat but when we did beat them, it felt so good.

Superstitions/rituals before/during competitions: Telling myself not to swear under my breath when I missed a shot.

It never worked…

Sharon Crawford Age at which I began playing badminton and my first coach: 6 or 7 years; Chan primarily and then he was joined by Raphi Kanchanaraphi.

Main coaches over the years: Chan, Raphi, then Paul Whetnall who was the National Badminton Coach after Chan.

• 1976 Canadian Junior Singles Champion • 1977 Canadian Junior Singles Champion • 1995 Canadian Masters 35+ Women’s Singles Champion

Favourite racquet: Yonex of course!

Favourite place to play: The Glencoe Club because we had a great team and camaraderie with everyone who played, from the kids on the badminton ladders, to the 6 pm competitive league (T,W,R evenings at 6 pm) to the competitive players.

Fondest badminton memory: “Wow, so many!” Playing with Chan in our lessons, going to the Kelowna badminton camp when I was 13 years old, training over the summer in Ottawa

when I was 14 or 15, competing in the provincial, national and open events, and later in the Clarkson Cup, Uber Cup, 1978 Commonwealth Games, Mexico, Denmark, Sweden, All Englands… and playing in the Seniors events in my 30s… such great memories.

Words of wisdom to the new young players: If you want to be good, you are going to have to focus yourself, work hard physically, mentally and technically, and have good coaches and support on your side. You will have to be disciplined, and miss out on many other activities, but that’s ok, there’s lots of time once you retire to enjoy other pursuits.

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CONNOR MOTHERWELL Sport: Tennis Age: 17 Coaches: Dietmar Rautenbach, Greg Mitchell

What age did you start participating in your sport?

I started playing tennis when I was about six years old, and started in the Glencoe Tennis program in 2010 What got you interested in your sport?

Since I started playing tennis at such a young age, it was really my parents’ idea to put me in it. What got me to stay in tennis is how it’s a fun, individual sport that really allows you to be competitive and social at the same time.

How long have you been training at The Glencoe Club?

I started playing at The Glencoe Club tennis program in the fall of 2010. I joined the Excel program (the one I’m in now) in the fall of 2014.

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How often do you train?

When COVID is not affecting the training hours, I usually play 11 hours per week. That includes getting up twice a week at 5:15 am and playing from 6:00 to 8:00 am before we go to school, which is grueling (especially for me). The Excel program also has a fitness program that is mandatory twice a week after our practices. It lasts 45 minutes.

What do you value the most about training at the Glencoe?

What really makes the Glencoe Tennis program special is the fantastic team of coaches. They are very devoted. All of the Club’s coaches bring something to the table and are great to work with. I have built great relationships with staff over the years, and that’s something I greatly value.

I also value how the program is able to offer a lot of court time, and the unique carpet courts we have. Also, I value the friends and relationships I’ve built through tennis.

How has COVID affected your training and competing?

Covid had a huge impact on my training and competing in tennis. Tennis Alberta didn’t allow for any tournament play for 15 months. During the second week of July 2021, I played my first tennis since March 2020. Training was also majorly

impacted since Covid began. There was no training from March 2020 until the next fall. During the next year, training really was on and off. There were two periods where we couldn’t even play tennis since the Club was shut down.

Our training hours were also reduced throughout the year, and at times we only played a maximum of four hours a week.

Also, having no tournaments was huge, because I really didn’t have the greatest motivation to train and work so hard.

What’s your fondest memory in your sport?

I’ve made many memories over the years.

The Stanley Park tournament definitely sticks out. It takes place in July every year, and I was lucky enough to go to the event two years in a row. What makes this event special is that you are able to watch and hang out with your teammates.

The tournament takes place close to downtown Vancouver, and it’s really cool to play right in front of the ocean. At one of the tournaments, it was entertaining to watch our coach Dani play, and get into an argument with her opponent.

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What other sports/activities do you enjoy?

I still play club hockey for Glenlake, and next year I will be going into my last year of midget and junior hockey. I also love golfing during the spring and summer at The Glencoe Golf & Country Club. When I’m not busy during the weekends, I love skiing with my friends at Lake Louise. Other activities I enjoy are mountain biking, boating and wake surfing.

What do you enjoy doing when you are not training or competing?

I love playing hockey and golf when I have time off from tennis.

I also like going to my cabin in Windermere, British Columbia, where we go boating and mountain biking frequently. I love driving up to Lake Louise on weekends with my friends. I did it quite often last year, especially with Covid affecting my tennis and hockey games. Other things I enjoy are playing video games, going to the outdoor hockey rink and hanging with friends.

What’s something about you that people wouldn’t expect? Any hidden talents?

I play tennis with my left hand, which is uncommon in tennis for some reason. A hidden talent could be my ability to survive sharing a bathroom with my older sister.

What’s your favourite quote?

“You have to believe in the long-term plan you have but you need the short-term goals to motivate and inspire you.” ~ Roger Federer A

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Why Water Workouts? Why Not! Water fitness workouts are a great and fun way to improve or maintain your overall fitness. They also provide good cross-training opportunities for activities such as walking, running, biking and cross-country skiing.

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he unique properties of water challenge your body in ways that cannot be replicated on land.

These properties include buoyancy, turbulence and natural resistance. All these factors work together to provide a full-body workout that surprises many people in its effectiveness.

Michelle Swaile Aquafit Instructor

Buoyancy has the opposite effect of gravity on your body. It suspends you in the water, reducing the impact on your joints. Different body types will have more or less natural buoyancy.

Shallow water workouts require

you to work against the buoyancy to stay upright and connected to the pool floor. In deep water workouts you wear flotation belts to maintain buoyancy, so you are fully suspended with no joint impact.

The multi-directional resistance requires muscle groups such as biceps and triceps to balance the workload more than on land. This resistance reduces the speed of a move, but also increases the strength of the muscles you use.

Turbulence is generated by individuals and the collective movements of a class.

This creates a multi-directional force against your body. Your core muscles must continually engage to maintain vertical alignment and balance, and keep you on the spot. A tethered workout provides stability against the turbulence.

This allows you to focus more on muscle technique and cardio intensity, while working with the resistance of the tether.

The water environment allows the same workout to be easily adapted to different fitness levels. Beginners to advanced can exercise together and not distract each other. Some of the adaptive techniques are: using long or short levers (arms and legs); increasing/decreasing the range of motion; and changing the tempo of the moves.

Water’s viscosity creates a natural resistance for all of your muscle groups as they move through the water.

The Glencoe pool is kept at a comfortable 28.5°C, ideal for water fitness without getting chilled.

To compare, pools for swim meets are an average of 26°C. Chlorine is used to maintain cleanliness. The pool can be accessed by hopping in off the edge or using the pool steps at either end. For those with mobility issues, there are mobile stairs at the shallow end or the PAL pool lift to assist getting in and out of the pool.

Are you interested in trying a water fitness class?

Come to the pool and have some fun getting wet and fit. There are a variety of drop-in classes available. If you are not sure which class is right for you, contact Freya Sloane, Aquatics Director at fsloane@glencoe.org. A

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The Walking Group

by Jury Nam, Director of Climbing & Outdoor Programming

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ur group takes a slow and steady approach! We walk with intention, enjoying each other’s company and exploring the amazing parks of our city. We’ve just had a great year, with wonderful, inspiring members coming once a week to stretch their legs and socialize. We have explored many natural areas within the city, slowing down time while enjoying the views. Going to new spots in the city, and seeing the amenities that Calgary has to offer has been a real treat for all of us. While out on walks, many of our members have seen new opportunities for activities with their children and grandchildren in these parks. There are beautiful green spaces to share and enjoy, playgrounds offering non-stop fun for kids, pathways for fitness and educational centres for learning. We have visited parks with bike pump tracks, skating rinks and man-made areas designed specifically for birds. And while some of our walks were cancelled due to extreme cold and lockdowns, every week enough dedicated members showed up (enthusiastically) to easily support such a wonderful program and keep it going.

Glencoe’s Walking Group gets me off my computer and out into the natural world. For that, I am so grateful. Thank you to all the members who joined me during the past few months! I hope to keep seeing your smiling faces (and maybe even a couple of new ones) in the future. Happy walking! A

Come join us as we walk the city!

We will be enjoying different parks in Calgary while getting our steps in. This will be a low impact, easy and fun way to connect with members, nature and the history in our city. We will be meeting at the walk’s location parking lot every Thursday at 1 pm for a walk. An email will be sent out with the exact meeting place closer to the date. This will be a 60- to 90-minute walk, depending on the destination.

Participants must be able to walk on unpaved, uneven ground and also be able to go up and down hills with ease. A drop-in fee is $10 per walk or $30 for the whole year, resetting every January. If you have any questions please contact Jury Nam at jnam@glencoe.org

WALKING GROUP AGES 18+ September 30 October 7 October 14 October 21 October 28 November 4 November 18 November 25 December 2 December 9 December 16

Shannon Terrace (CL-371) Inglewood Bird Sanctuary (CL-372) Hulls Wood (CL-373) Beaver Dam Flats (CL-374) Glenbow Ranch (CL-375) Mallard Point (CL-376) Bebo Grove (CL-377) Marshall Springs (CL-378) Wolf Willow (CL-379) Griffith Woods (CL-380) Bowmont Park (CL-381)

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BIRDING REPORT: SUMMER 2021 I never turn down dessert because of the simple fact that my time here is limited. Our impermanence can be forgotten, with the infinite to do list we force upon ourselves.

I Jury Nam Director of Climbing & Outdoor Programming 403-287-4138 jnam@glencoe.org

always feel I do not have enough time! But our impermanence is a gift, reminding us that time is extremely important, that we must carve out space to breathe, connect and hold kindness. I have lost enough to know that time is finite. It is written in the sand. When I go birding with my Glencoe group, I carve out space to never rush. I never expect what may or may not come. Time is limited. But saying you have lots of it for meaningful activities — and for other people — creates space to relax, breathe deeply, lean in fully and enjoy.

The hummingbirds were a real treat this summer.

Our birding group saw three types: calliope, rufous and ruby throated. We have been running this group for a little over a year. It is made up of wonderful, dedicated members who I am extremely grateful to have met. During one particularly hard week, the amount of stress I had been putting onto myself made my joints and muscles ache. No amount of Advil, mineral baths or stretching could fix it. It was telling me to slow down, take space and breathe.

But I felt like I did not have time. I was rushed and putting immense pressure on myself. One Tuesday morning, I woke up so stiff, my brain cloudy with stress, that as I headed out the door, I felt like I had 100 lbs of molasses on me! Slowly and steadily, I got out the door and made it to the birding

location… just in time. My group was awaiting my arrival, conversing and laughing. I got out, mustered up a friendly “Hello everyone,” repeated to myself “you have lots of time” then leaned in and led the walk.

Our day started with a belted kingfisher flying along the stillness of the turquoise pond where its reflection glimmered unaltered as it flew and rattled.

He landed on a high perch and stared down at the crystal-clear waters, waiting for a small fish to swim by. We all stood watching silently as he fussed over his ruffled feathers, lining them up neatly again, to make a smooth blue silhouette. We watched young wood ducks, brand new to the world, sunning themselves on a log, enjoying the small pleasures of life. We heard warbling vireos singing like robins high in the jungle-like canopy. The chickadees were out-and-about after nesting and hiding, just as we have emerged, careful but excited, as our restrictions have been lifted. One of the members saw a flash of brilliant orange, like a glimpse of a beautiful setting sun. We guessed it was a baltimore oriole, then raced to see if our suspicions were true. Even with traffic noise in the background, everything went quiet as we focused in on a cluster of trees. And there, we saw not one, but six baltimore orioles! It was a mix of females, males and juveniles, all brightly coloured, flying around the branches, unbothered by our presence. As the birding day ebbed and flowed in infinite time, the birds came and went. The pain in my joints melted away, too. My stiff muscles felt soothed and the fog in my mind lifted. Our birding group had once again proven to be a sanctuary for me from pain, reminding me to reserve space for the things I love.

Closed-toed shoes is a recommendation I usually make before all my outdoor activities. With the stress of limited time, too many to do lists and a lapse in judgement, I ran out the door one afternoon in my

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plastic Birkenstocks. Stuck at a red light, I looked down, saw my tanned feet and realized the mistake I had made. I continued anyway, careful not to speed while driving. I made it there just as the members were getting out of their cars. We started the day with the summer sun high in the sky. It was very warm.

We spent about an hour watching waterfowl and listening to their calls while admiring the beauty of the natural landscape that was so close to downtown Calgary. We welcomed the cool breeze when it made its presence known, slowing down and allowing it to cool our damp skin. We stood there taking it all in. As we continued, we got to the Bow River, running high from recent summer storms. Atop its crystal blue flow, an array of small white caps flickered like diamonds in the sun. Franklin gulls danced inches above the water’s surface, a refreshing sight under what had become relentless heat. One of the members looked at me and exclaimed “I just have to,” then stepped right into the river to cool her feet. I looked down at my own feet and felt my earlier mistake quickly become relief. I, too, stepped into the clear, refreshing waters of the Bow in my plastic Birkenstocks! The silt swirled around my feet, then settled to the bottom, as we both stood there, cooling off. We watched a cormorant, standing on a rock, wings held out as if about to fly.

Instead, it simply dried its feathers and warmed up, embracing the sun. Sometimes we have to embrace the ebbs and flows of life. Mistakes are to be made. Perfection in the midst of chaos is unattainable. It is okay to let go and float in the waves of life, lulled by the white caps and spaces between them. Take solace in the calm moments of your life. Boredom, so common in these times, is a perspective that can be shifted. Cherish the presence of peace and infinite time.

This year, we saw so many amazing birds! My own birding skills progressed because of one member who really took me under his wing. Over the year, I learned so much from him and am grateful that he continues to come on my very chatty and talkative walks. Another member recruited all of his golfing friends… and now I have two more regulars! This member’s jokes, and full-of-life presence, makes the day so light and enjoyable. He has missed a few walks and when he is not with us, I feel a bit of emptiness in the day. My highlight of the summer was the rose-breasted grosbeak that sounds identical to a robin. It was lovely seeing his wonderful red bib, so bright and beautiful, and hearing his song, so cheerful it could brighten anyone’s day. The ibises and avocets are always a treat and the pelicans and cormorants are a staple of birding. Our birding walks are scheduled for two hours but we usually end up going well over as we enjoy beautiful moments in nature, settling our restless souls and soothing away our stresses. I am extremely grateful for all the members and co-workers who share their birding stories with me. It has allowed me to connect with so many amazing people. Connecting, allowing space, holding kindness and really leaning into life’s experiences is why…

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Throughout the various lockdowns, I have started to really appreciate the things I took for granted before. I think we’ve all missed the socialization and the idea of going out to do something fun.

This has looked different for everyone, but for me personally, I have missed going to the movie theatre.

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here is something about actually leaving the house and going somewhere to watch a movie in a big room that is just so fun to me! Hearing everyone’s reactions and getting immersed in the atmosphere is something I have really missed.

I think the most enjoyable times at a theatre are when you get to see something you’ve never seen before. Whether it’s incredible cinematography showing off a view or watching something exciting that you wouldn’t see in your everyday life, it’s amazing.

There is so much about the theater experience that I love. As things are opening up, I am getting excited to go and see movies again, but one event in particular has me really stoked: Banff Mountain Film Festival.

Taking place October 30 to November 7 this year, Banff Mountain Film Festival focuses on all things outdoors and adventure, spanning the world! Ticket prices start at $25 for

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morning/evening passes. Full day passes are $65. What is really exciting about Banff Mountain Film Festival is how many experiences there are on offer. Everyone — from those with a casual interest to outdoor professionals, can find something they’ll love at the festival!

Some of the best ways to learn about anything new are to read about it, watch videos on it or talk to someone involved in it. At the festival, in addition to films, there are many book launches, speaker series and fun programs running through the nine days in Banff. Getting to do all of this in one place and to be a part of the outdoor community is probably what’s best about the event. Not only do you find yourself in rooms with other enthusiasts, many professionals travel to Banff for the festival (or already live there) as well! It gives everyone with an interest in the outdoor world a place to watch, learn, discuss and share their passions. We all have a unique story to tell. The festival feels like one of the best opportunities for telling it, whether that be through filmmaking, writing, talking with a stranger or with a group of friends.

Outdoor recreation continues to generate new interest and attract new fans in the general public, worldwide. It is also gaining popularity at the Glencoe.

There are so many amazing experiences to be had outdoors.

We’ve started to offer more at the Glencoe. The festival showcases them so many people can begin to experience them. Some of the films may highlight recreational activities that The Glencoe Club could do in the future. Who knows, with so many members expressing interest in outdoor activities, we could even submit a Glencoe film one day!

The full lineup of films has yet to be announced. Based on previous years, though, it’s probably safe to assume that there will be a large selection of interesting and award-winning films.

Three years ago, the festival featured two of the most talked-about climbing movies, Free Solo and The Dawn Wall. At the time of release, both of these films were highly anticipated by the climbing community, and each almost instantly built a cult-like following. Everyone I knew who climbed (or had any interest in climbing) was talking about these films. Both tell similar stories of making the impossible... possible. Both brought a huge amount of attention to climbing as a sport and as a spectacle. Prior to either being online to stream, it was the Banff Mountain Film Festival that allowed people within the sport (and outside of it) an opportunity to see them and to bond over two of the craziest stories in modern climbing.

BOOK YOUR PRIVATE HIKE TODAY! Come hike in the Bow Valley and enjoy the beautiful colours of fall.

Our hikes are handpicked and offer some beautiful views.

We can accommodate up to 12 people (including guests).

Email Jury Nam jnam@glencoe.org for more information.

At least once a week at the Glencoe, members ask the climbing staff if they have seen either of these films, and it provides a huge opportunity to talk about outdoor experiences. That is what the festival is about at its core. A collective bond is created over a shared love of the outdoors! It’s a bond that generates excitement and buzz. I think the Banff Mountain Film Festival is something everyone should experience at least once, especially after the year we have just had! A For more information, please visit www.banffcentre. ca/banff-mountain-film-book-festival

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“Hello, menopause.

Where did my muscles go?”

by Andrea Horne, B.SC.Kin, CSEP-CPT

Women (and men) begin to lose meaningful amounts of skeletal muscle around 30 years of age, dropping approximately 0.7 percent of total muscle mass each year of life after that. Read on for tips on maintaining muscle mass.

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he progressive loss of muscle mass is the key reason we say our metabolism slows with age. A woman’s menopause transition accelerates muscle loss as estrogen levels decline.

Skeletal muscle is active and is constantly being produced and broken down. Skeletal muscle also burns more calories than fat and significantly contributes to our resting metabolic rate.

As we enter and continue our journey through menopause, the rate of skeletal muscle protein synthesis decreases. This translates to weaker bodies which can make aging more difficult. Some loss of skeletal muscle mass and strength is unavoidable, but we can prevent significant muscle loss by incorporating exercise and proper nutrition into our lifestyles.

Strength training or “lifting weights” is one of the most effective ways to retain lean muscle mass in menopause. A well-designed, progressive plan that targets our major muscle groups will help to preserve mass. It has also been shown to reduce incidences of hot flashes and night sweats. Adding cardiovascular activity is also associated with positive health outcomes.

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The Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology recommends a minimum of 150 minutes of moderate to vigorous aerobic exercise per week and two strength sessions.

When our bodies are strong, we can stay mobile and injury-free while also maintaining a healthy weight.

Nutrition (specifically protein intake) needs to be adjusted in our menopausal journeys. Protein and exercise are best paired together. After digestion, protein from food is released into our blood streams as amino acids which stimulate muscle cell production and suspend muscle cell breakdown. The sooner we consume protein after exercise, the quicker catabolism stops and anabolism begins. It is also important to provide our bodies a steady input of protein, with servings at breakfast, lunch and dinner. Animal and plant proteins can provide all the essential amino acids required by the body, but animal proteins tend to have a higher concentration of the amino acid called leucine. It’s the only amino acid that triggers skeletal muscle synthesis. To prevent the loss of muscle mass, strength and bone, The European Society for Clinical and Economic Aspects of Osteoporosis, Osteoarthritis and Musculoskeletal Diseases (ESCEO)* recommends women over age 50 consume 1 to 1.2 grams of protein daily per kilogram of body weight while keeping up with regular exercise.

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The combination of exercise and increased protein intake should make a healthy change in our menopausal bodies. For those of us new or returning to exercise, adhering to an exercise program can be intimidating and overwhelming.

We suggest you find a personal trainer who can help you navigate your menopausal journey.

Find activities and people you enjoy being around in order to make the experience less stressful. A registered dietitian can be a valuable resource, helping you to understand what your body needs to flourish and thrive through menopause. A * ESCEO is a not-for-profit organization, dedicated to a close interaction between clinical scientists dealing with bone, joint and muscle disorders. For more information, please visit www.esceo.org

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Andrea Horne will offer small group training for peri/menopausal women. See Fitness for details.

FALL FASHION 2021

New Fall Looks & Fashion Trends Experience the rich and warm fall styles and colours for 2021. Cozy knits, fabulous faux fur, sensational sweaters, luxurious layers, outrageous outerwear and ponchos with a punch!

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Eat According to Your DNA For optimal health, take the Nutrigenomix test!

We cannot achieve optimum health without knowing about our genes. Nutrigenomix is a powerful technology that shows you how the variation in your DNA can explain how you respond to food and nutrients differently. It empowers you to look at your diet and physical activity differently with a state-of-the-art, comprehensive, personalized PDF report on 70 genes.

Health and Sport Test Reports, Fertility Reports, and Plant-Based Reports available

We recently asked Samara Felesky-Hunt, Glencoe Club’s Registered Dietitian, to answer a few questions about Nutrigenomix, which is available to all Glencoe members.

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Who is a good candidate for a Nutrigenomix test?

If you eat and drink and you care about your health, then you’re a good candidate for testing! The idea behind the test is not to treat existing conditions. It’s to learn how your genes can affect your health and performance. If you are currently healthy and want to understand how to stay that way, the report can help. It can tell you what your optimal nutritional intake should be to make your DNA stronger. It can also identify possible

causes of inflammation, gut issues, fatigue or poor sleep. It is cutting-edge, genomic information that helps you support your metabolism and maintain cardio health and wellness. It even determines what type of physical activity is best for you.

We all want to eat smarter, train harder and recover faster. Nutrigenomix will give you the answers you’ve been looking for in terms of personalized nutrition.

How would clients benefit from having this genetic test over

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just following general dietary recommendations?

While food and nutrition guidelines set by government agencies are important to follow, evidence has demonstrated that those one-size-fits-all nutrition recommendations can be inefficient and often ineffective. For example, while current guidelines advise us to limit caffeine intake to 400 mg per day, this may not be suitable for about half of the population (those with the risk variant of the CYP1A2 gene). Research has shown that carriers of this gene variant are at an increased risk of hypertension, pre-diabetes and heart attack with increased caffeine intake. Nutrigenomix testing would advise individuals with this risk variant to limit their caffeine intake to no more than 200 mg per day. The only way to know if you fall into this category is to know which variant of the gene you possess. Similar personalized recommendations apply to many other nutrients including sodium, iron, calcium and vitamin D, to name a few. It can also help you determine if a high protein, low-saturated fat or low-carb diet might help you minimize inflammation, lose weight or optimize fertility. The goal of the Nutrigenomix report is to provide dietitians and their clients clear, actionable, personalized recommendations.

Can you provide an example of a few clients who were able to make lifestyle changes as a result of their Nutrigenomix report and what the outcome was?

We know through research that individuals who receive personalized nutrition information from the results of a genetic test are more likely to follow them compared to those who only receive general, populationbased advice. I have seen this to be true for many of the clients I’ve counselled in the past, and it’s very exciting.

One example that comes to mind is a professional athlete client who made various changes to her lifestyle as a result of recommendations outlined in the Nutrigenomix Sport report. In particular, she found that she had an elevated risk for

If you are interested, call the Wellness Centre at 403-287-4174 to book your Nutrigenomix cheek swab test.

Samara will assist you in understanding your DNA report and how it pertains to your diet, fitness and mental wellness.

The cost is $399.

It only takes three to five minutes and results are back in three to four weeks.

Note, if you had the test done one to two years ago, new reports can be updated to 70 genes. The cost is $125 and you don’t have to do a new test.

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a vitamin B12 and iron deficiency when her intake was inadequate as a result of the FUT2 and TF, TFR2, and TMPRSS6 genes.

She felt tired and thought it was related to her busy schedule and over-training. After reviewing her Nutrigenomix report and food frequency questionnaire, she had blood work done. This determined that her vitamin B12 and iron levels were low. She doesn’t consume a lot of animal or dairy products, so now she routinely takes a vitamin B12 supplement and eats more iron-rich foods to ensure her blood levels remain within an ideal range.

She reports that she has her energy back. It even resulted in optimal performance at her last competitive tournament.

Here’s another example of how I’ve used the report to help counsel clients: A long-term male client suffered from occasional gastrointestinal distress, experiencing bloating, cramps and diarrhea. His symptoms weren’t consistent and he was having a difficult time determining the cause. The results (showing the MCM6 and HLA genes) indicated that he has an elevated risk for lactose and gluten intolerance. He decreased his lactose and gluten intake and no longer experiences these symptoms. He is aware of the specific amount of lactose and gluten in foods that he can consume and is able to enjoy them in tolerable quantities. He has never felt better.

Safety and security are incredibly important. How is a client’s personal information protected?

Nutrigenomix ensures the anonymity of all samples and uses the most stringent standards for secure data transfer, privacy and security. DNA samples are stored in secure, controlled-access facilities and labeled with a unique barcode which only your healthcare professional will know belongs to you. Canada has laws in place to protect individuals from insurance companies and employers using, requesting or requiring genetic test results. Importantly, we do not test for any genetic markers that are diagnostic of any disease, determine paternity, identify relatives or identify an individual. A GLENCOE LIFE Volume 6, Issue 3 59

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Don’t Just Survive…THRIVE! What to do when languishing in the blahs

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re you surviving but not thriving? Unmotivated, burnt out, depressed or anxious? Grieving? Many people have been feeling lousy, experiencing a general malaise during the pandemic. It’s also known as languishing.

Sociologist Corey Keyes first coined the term languishing as the antithesis of flourishing. “Languishing is apathy, a sense of restlessness or feeling unsettled or an overall lack of interest in life or the things that typically bring you joy.”

When speaking with Glencoe members and staff about languishing, it was interesting to recognize many had similar symptoms. In fact, it piqued my interest to dig a little deeper into the subject. Some said they had trouble concentrating.

Others reported they weren’t motivated for the re-opening.

Many were staying up late, watching the same series on Netflix over and over again, even though they knew the episodes by heart. Me? Instead of being excited to teach my fitness classes, I’ve sometimes had to give myself a pep talk to get motivated.

It isn’t total burnout or deep depression. We don’t feel hopeless.

We just feel less joy than usual. We feel somewhat lost.

Languishing seems to be the 2021 state-of-mind. It’s the void between depression and thriving. You may not have a mental illness, but you are not the full embodiment of mental health. You are not firing on all your cylinders. It’s a sense of stagnation and emptiness. It may feel as if you’re jumbling through your days, looking at your life through a dirty windshield. Your overall feeling is blah.

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Here are a few tips on how to cope if you’re languishing: • Take time off when possible: If you Jessica Power Cyr, MSc, BScKin haven’t taken a vacation or time off in Therapeutic Services the last 18 months, then now is the & Lifestyle Director time. If this isn’t possible, try giving 403-287-4178 yourself several 15- or 30-minute jpowercyr@glencoe.org breaks of uninterrupted time each day.

• Find joy in the little things: Research shows that noticing and appreciating small moments — what psychologists call savouring — improves our well-being.

• Strengthen your connections: We’re social creatures. We need relationships in order to flourish. Being proactive in your relationships can make all the difference.

• Focus on goals, however small: Celebrate small wins. It has never been more important to do so… and could be the boost we need to stop languishing. Start setting small goals to help you feel accomplished.

• Get moving: Use physical activity to elevate your mood, clear your head and infuse your life with well-being.

• If nothing works, go to counselling: Working with a psychologist or counsellor can teach you how your mind works. It can help you navigate your feelings, build better behaviours and handle your thoughts differently so you can live the life you want.

If you can re-connect to your sense of purpose and the meaning in your life, that will help pull you out of languishing mode and get yourself back to a thriving life. A

Medical Pedicures 10 TIPS TO PROTECT DIABETIC FEET

by Maria Morand, C-POD Diabetes can cause nerve damage that takes away the feeling in your feet. It can also reduce blood flow, making it harder to heal injuries or resist infection. Having regular, professional, medical pedicures can prevent most of these problems.

Always consult with your doctor if you notice any changes in your feet that concern you. Medical Pedicures are available in the Wellness Centre on Tuesdays between 9 am and 3:30 pm.

Follow these recommendations daily to avoid serious foot problems:

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Avoid going barefoot. Always wear shoes or slippers.

Wear comfortable, well-fitting shoes. Make sure they have soft, flexible uppers to avoid pressure.

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Bathe your feet in lukewarm water. Make sure it’s never too hot. Dry thoroughly, especially between your toes as infections can develop in moist areas.

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Trim straight across and file the edges. Do not cut into the corners as this can lead to ingrown toenails.

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Wear cotton socks (preferably). Avoid excessive perspiration. Consider wearing socks made specifically for diabetic feet. They have extra cushioning and non-elastic tops.

Inspect your feet daily. Check the tops, sides, bottoms, heels and spaces between the toes.

Watch for cuts, blisters, redness, swelling or nail problems.

Apply a non-greasy moisturizer daily. It will help you avoid dry skin that can crack, potentially causing an infection. At the Wellness Centre, we carry the perfect products for diabetic feet.

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with Maria Morand, C-POD

Tuesdays, 9 am – 3:30 pm Maria decided to specialize in foot care, as she realized that helping her clients take care of their feet was the way to make the most meaningful impact to their well being.

Book Maria online, in person or by calling 403-287-4174.

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Post-Pandemic Bridge As we move into the fall, it appears things are trending back to what we used to consider to be normal. With the Phase 3 reopening, most activities at the Club have reverted to pre-COVID expectations. However, since bridge play continued throughout the pandemic, returning to in-person play has been slower.

by Nancy Klym, Bridge Instructor

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n the last 18 months, bridge players at The Glencoe Club were able to meet weekly online. The Glencoe game was held every Wednesday afternoon and most members made the transition to the new format with ease. The Glencoe supported all interested participants by helping to get them registered and playing. There were tutorials on how to play online and numerous articles on what to expect once you were registered. One of the great benefits of online play was that members could remain in the safety of their homes. The chat feature allowed members to “talk” with one another and those who regularly came to the Club on Wednesday afternoons were able to meet up with their opponents online. The Glencoe also supported all the special games — including those providing silver points. While not perfect, bridge play at the Glencoe was perhaps one of the least-affected activities of the pandemic period. The transition to online play allowed Glencoe members to enjoy bridge as usual.

The benefits of online play were numerous. Members did not have to arrive an hour early in order to find a parking spot.

They could always play with their favourite partners. Members could even play invisibly, so if you didn’t want anyone to know how you were doing, you could keep your actual identity a secret. Only the Director knew who was playing every week. In addition, the games were only two hours in length as opposed to the standard, in-person, three-hour game.

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From a Director’s viewpoint, there are many pluses to online play. At the Club game, the three most common Director’s calls are leading out of turn, reneging (playing a card in a different suit when you still have a card in the led suit) and insufficient bids. None of these misplays could occur online. The computer designated which player was on lead and would not allow an insufficient bid or a renege. The game moved in a timely fashion with the clock clearly showing the time remaining in each round. Once the clock ran out, the hands automatically moved to the next round. If everyone was playing a bit slowly, just like in the Club game, the Director could adjust the time as needed.

From a player’s point of view, the great thing about online play was that you could see your partner’s hand when you were Dummy. At the Club game, only the Dummy hand is tabled. Online, both of the hands are shown. This provided a tremendous learning opportunity, especially for those playing with more advanced players. You could “see” how your partner chose to play the hand and ask questions later. As well, unlike in an in-person game, the entire hand was immediately visible following play and you could actually see how you played in comparison to others playing the same hand. You could check to see what lead was made and how the hand developed.

This aspect of online bridge is particularly helpful when analyzing play.

Playing online allowed people to multi-task. Knowing you had six minutes when you were Dummy let you check your deliveries, move the clothes into the dryer, get a cup of coffee or grab a snack. Being at home, you could play in your pajamas if you didn’t feel like getting dressed. You could vent your frustration without offending anyone as long as you didn’t put it in the chat space (that area was monitored for bad language and inappropriate behaviour). Playing on a portable device allowed you to move from room to room and check the sports scores when you had a boring hand. If you made a bad play, the silence from the other side of the table could be easily ignored.

The negatives of online play were less in number but had a greater impact on the game. One of the most overwhelming issues that arose was cheating. There was no way to monitor whether people were texting or on the phone with their partners during the bidding and defense. You had to rely on the integrity of the players and, unfortunately, there are always a few people who view winning as more important.

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Scoring was also an issue for some people.

In a traditional club game, scoring is based on matchpoints. You get one point for each pair you beat and half a point for each pair you tie. The total number of points accumulated during the game determines where you finish. In online play, a percentage was allocated to each hand. This could deliver an above-average result producing a lower-than-average percentage. Percentages were assigned based on the results of each pair. The pair whose score was the highest got 100 percent and the pair with the worst score got a zero. All the other scores were assigned a percentage based on how many pairs got that score. This meant that an average result could produce a lower-than-average percentage based on the number of pairs with higher or lower scores. The system used was closer to instant matchpointing than traditional matchpointing. Getting 28 percent when you produced an average result was often demoralizing.

However, the most important negative of online play was that it took away the sense of community that arises when people gather to play bridge. Bridge is a social game. Although it can be competitive in nature, its greatest asset is that you need a minimum of four people to play the game. No matter how many chat features you have, communicating with your friends cannot be as effectively accomplished online. The friendships that grow from playing together cannot be replicated in a computer environment.

As we move back toward in-person play, online play will likely continue. It is expected that both types of bridge will be enjoyed by the community. How will this affect the game of bridge?

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What’s Yoga Therapy and Why Try It?

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often get asked these questions. I’m asked by people of all ages, shapes, sizes and backgrounds. They’re great questions. Most people have at least heard of yoga, perhaps even been told they really need to try it. And many have tried it, either virtually or in person.

They know it’s yoga, but they ask: “What’s yoga therapy and why try it?”

Some people who ask me these questions might have been awed by the sight of a person contorting into a “headstand scorpion,” a “wounded peacock,” or maybe even a “one-legged forearm wheel.” Some might even be the person doing the contorting.

Tara Simonton Yoga Therapist

But what takes mainstream yoga moves — or a class — and transforms it into a yoga therapy session? And why should you try it?

1. Goals: It is working one-on-one with a trained therapist to address either a specific health challenge or to manage your overall wellness goals.

2. Consultations: A session might include a consultation regarding expectations and limitations, instruction in postures (including modified or adaptive postures), breath work, guided meditation and relaxation.

3. Personalization: It sees you as an individual, respecting differences in age, culture, philosophy, occupation, mental health and physical wellbeing.

4. Variety: Each session is different, tailored to your specific needs on that particular day.

5. Flexibility: It addresses needs which can vary from temporary conditions like pregnancy or sportsrelated injuries to chronic conditions due to old age or infirmity, as well as dysfunction ranging from back problems to emotional distress.

6. Holistic approach: It offers a holistic approach that can be preventative (as well as curative).

Yoga therapy helps us get to know ourselves better. We learn that, as human beings, we must first understand that we function optimally as a fully-integrated body-mind system. Knowing that, we can move toward embracing opportunities for growth and change in ourselves and in our lives.

Come see me at the Wellness Centre and together we can start your journey to a better self, living a more fulfilled life!

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A look at our Club-Wide Halloween Party through the years

O Jane Wenzel, Recreation Admin/ Wellness Program Instructor jwenzel@glencoe.org

ur Club-Wide Halloween Party has been one of the most anticipated family events through the years.

On the Sunday before Halloween, The Glencoe Club is typically transformed into a place where little ghouls and goblins let loose and trick-or-treat their way through the entire building. In the past, we’ve seen magicians and witches wandering our halls, a Monster Mash dance party, a photo BOO-TH, bouncy castles, creepy crawly creatures and much more! Here’s a look back at our Halloween parties over the years.

The Club-Wide Halloween Party began in 2008, when our Badminton Pro, Beth

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Richardson, decided to combine the Badminton and Skating Halloween parties into one large event. She quickly sparked the interest of the Aquatics department, and then opened it up to the whole Club. Without knowing what to expect, Beth planned for 300 kids. With all the buzz around the party, many more tiny trick-or-treaters came out that day, forcing Beth to run out during the party and stock up on more goodies!

Over the years, many staff members have helped make the party a unique experience.

The Glencoe’s former Athletics Manager, Brett Waldroff, was a huge supporter of the Halloween

Party. He decorated the Club from top to bottom. Each year, he set out to make it spookier than the last.

Our Club-Wide Halloween Party quickly grew into one of our biggest events, with over 650 kids (plus their families). Eventually, it had to be split into two parties to accommodate everyone.

We were saddened that, due to COVID, we weren’t able to celebrate Halloween at The Glencoe Club last year, but we are excited to see what the future holds for our Club-Wide Halloween Party. Get ready to scream on October 24, 2021! A

2021 FALL TRENDS

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FOR MEN Find the best jeans in the latest styles and fits, which include straight leg, slim leg, regular slim, relaxed fit, joggers, and tapered leg.

And for those retro-style guys, stretchy corduroy jeans in luscious chocolate coming soon!

FOR LADIES Shop the latest denim styles this fall from Lois, Blackbull, FDJ, Garcia, Renuar and Charlie B. From skinny to straight leg, plus pull on, slim leg, curvy, and relaxed slim.

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LOVE & SURVIVE:

JONATHAN’S STORY

You may recognize Jonathan as the man behind the camera. For the past decade, he has been capturing your backhands, backstrokes and tee shots at The Glencoe Club and The Glencoe Golf & Country Club. Energetic, smiling and always looking for the perfect angle, our contract photographer, Jonathan, has chronicled the evolution of the Club over the years. He has captured countless memorable experiences of our members and their families. Through these times, Jonathan has also struggled. He is currently recovering from a liver transplant.

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onathan’s love for photography began during childhood, when, from a young age, he would carry a camera wherever he went. He was heavily influenced by his mother’s passion. She constantly documented their family life through slides and photo albums. As a teenager, he upgraded to his mother’s well-used Pentax and began to develop his own images.

Jonathan’s parents were both teachers and the Ferguson family spent two years in Australia during his childhood on teachers’ exchanges. This ignited Jonathan’s love for travel.

He has travelled, lived or worked in 78 countries.

“It wasn’t until I began to seriously travel that I considered photography as a profession.”

“Upon returning from trips, friends would compliment me on my images and ask for prints for their walls. This made me realize I could transform my passion into my career!”

Jonathan’s travel images have been shown in exhibitions and published around the world.

In 2008, shortly after transitioning from hospitality management to professional photography, Jonathan began experiencing symptoms of a digestive disorder. Horrible acid reflux, shortness of breath and massive gallbladder attacks were continuously misdiagnosed, prior to having his gallbladder removed in 2010. Rather than resolving the digestive issues, symptoms continued, leading to a diagnosis of primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC) – a rare liver disease which encompasses scarring of the liver and narrowing of the bile ducts. Eventually, this progresses into jaundice, itching, extreme lethargy and brain fog. There is no known cause, and the only cure is transplant, which he was told he would most likely need in roughly ten years.

Over the following decade, Jonathan lived each year as if it were his last, focusing on his passion for photography while travelling the world. He made many trips with his parents.

His mother had been diagnosed around the same time with multiple myeloma cancer with signs of dementia, and the family knew that the clock was running out of time to share special adventures together.

Travel photos (top to bottom): 1) Temple of Hatshepsut in Egypt; 2) Jinshanling section of the Great Wall of China; 3) With Jess in Seville, Spain; 4) Machu Picchu after hiking the Inca Trail; 5) The Greek Theatre of Syracuse, Sicily; 6) With his parents in Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina GLENCOE LIFE Volume 6, Issue 3 67

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Jonathan’s health gradually declined as a result of his slow and torturous disease, with infections requiring countless stays in the hospital. His skin yellowed and his eyes sank.

His energy levels dissipated rapidly. Despite this, he still managed to take wonderful photos for us, leading up to our winter events in 2019.

At the same time, he entered end-stage cirrhosis and was added to the transplant list. Jonathan begged his doctor for one last trip within Canada, where he was able to propose to the love of his life Jessica, in Tofino, BC. He knew they faced the most challenging times of their relationship ahead, and he needed her by his side.

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As far as transplants go, there are two options: a live donor, where a portion of the liver is taken from a living donor (the liver will regenerate to full size in both parties within a few months), or a cadaver liver (where the whole liver is taken from a deceased donor). A live donor transplant can be scheduled, whereas a cadaver liver goes to the recipient most in need as it becomes available.

In early 2020, Jonathan shared his story on social media, wanting to inform friends of his declining health. Before he knew it, the post had been shared countless times and he was receiving supportive messages from around the world. This led to his appearing on Global News, where he made a plea for compatible donors. At the same time, his older brother Daniel, in Montréal, as well as friends similar in body size, began testing to see if they were a match. Following extensive testing, Jonathan’s brother Daniel was informed that he was a compatible donor, and a transplant date was set for late March 2020. Jonathan was taking photos at The Glencoe Club when he received the call from his brother. He shared a few tears with members in the gym.

That’s when Covid hit. All flights were grounded, and the surgery was put on hold. Jonathan’s future was now in limbo.

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Hope came in the form of a phone call in early May. Jonathan and his fiancée Jessica were to travel to Edmonton immediately, as there was a matching cadaver liver. No visitors were allowed in the hospital at that time, so an emotional goodbye was shared outside. “Pretend I’m going on a short trip,” Jonathan said, suitcase in tow, before embracing Jessica and heading into the hospital. Unfortunately, the liver was not suitable and the two returned to Calgary, discouraged.

Two days prior to celebrating his 40th birthday in mid-June, Jonathan learned that flights and surgeries were set to resume and that his brother would in fact be his donor. What a birthday present! The surgery was scheduled to be performed on June 29.

Daniel donated 67 percent of his liver to his brother in a successful transplant surgery. Jonathan will never forget seeing his brother for the first time after surgery. He was in bed and saw familiar slippers entering his room. “It was one of the most emotional moments of the process… seeing each other and knowing that we were both going to be OK.”

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The Ferguson brothers have recently celebrated their one-year Liver-versary!

They each had complications during the recovery process but are both doing better now. Daniel is almost fully recovered, back to swimming and running, while Jonathan is slowly feeling better after spending six weeks in the hospital earlier this year with a collapsed lung and bile leak caused by having a biliary drain installed to widen his bile duct.

Jonathan has slowly been returning to work and you will see him back at both the Downtown and Golf Clubs, capturing photos for us once again.

Jessica’s loving care, his own positive attitude and his patience are what helped him get through the difficult times. He also spent time reliving past trips in his mind and going through old photos.

During his recovery, Jonathan and his future sister-in-law excitedly established Passport Puzzles, a boutique puzzle company featuring stunning, 1,000-piece jigsaw puzzles that combine his beautiful travel photography with his love of storytelling. Some of the proceeds will go toward increasing awareness of the need for organ donations. Pick up a puzzle today at the Wellness Centre! A More information: Jonathan’s Photography Site: vonderrusch.com Jonathan’s Transplant Journey: loveandsurvive.com Passport Puzzles: passportpuzzles.com GLENCOE LIFE Volume 6, Issue 3 69

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Glencoe Summer Day Camps: A Return to Fun!

by Cindy Bonyai, Youth & Teen Director What a summer we had! It was very rewarding to be able to provide the children with a full lineup of day camps where they could once again be with friends and establish lasting memories of their camp experiences. They made new friends and built special relationships with our enthusiastic and caring leaders.

We were fortunate to be able to offer camps with minor modifications, so the children were still able to enjoy lessons at The Glencoe Golf & Country Club, paddling at The Calgary Canoe Club, off-site visits to the Calgary Zoo and WinSport, and trail riding in our new Youth Adventurers camp. The children were excited to see the return of their games — including perennial faves, Revenge Tag and Huckle Buckle — not to mention our popular buffet lunch!

Our Summer Camp Volunteer Program was extremely popular, with more than 60 candidates applying. The volunteers were integral to the success of our camps. They were all glad they could lead games and be a part of our day-to-day activities. Our goal was theirs: Our goal was to strive to make sure this past summer was extra special for the children, and we did not disappoint. The comment cards were all positive and you only had to hear the children’s laughter and see their smiles every day to know that a good time was had by all! A

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The Digital Commerce Bank Glencoe Invitational has come and gone and what a competition it was!

The 54-hole Stroke Play competition was held on June 17-19 at The Glencoe Golf & Country Club. Celebrating its 25th anniversary, this year’s tournament saw a new Women’s Event added, inviting both female amateurs and female professionals to compete. The three-day battle off the tees was an exciting one to watch between the three divisions with some very impressive scores recorded.

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 2021 CHAMPIONS!

GREG SMYTH MEDAL OF ACHIEVEMENT

WOMEN’S AMATEUR: Angela Arora

New this year, The Greg Smyth Medal of Achievement Award goes to the player with the lowest gross score of the tournament from all three days. Congratulations to Ashton McCulloch with a score of 66 in the final round!

WOMEN’S PROFESSIONAL: Christine Wong MEN’S AMATEUR: Ashton McCulloch

THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS

Title Sponsor:

COUNTING EVENT IN

Presenting Sponsor:

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH

THANKS TO OUR FRIENDS OF THE INVITATIONAL Tourism Calgary

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Building on our past to celebrate our future!

OUR NEW CLUBHOUSE EXPERIENCE IS COMING LATE SPRING 2022 With new dining and social spaces plus a brand new golf shop and courtyard area, next season is sure to be one not to miss! Sign up for a membership today and enjoy becoming a part of our new Clubhouse experience plus play our 45 beautiful holes before this season ends!

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON MEMBERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES, PLEASE CONTACT: Lisa Rosengarten, Membership & Marketing Manager 403-240-7395 or lrosengarten@glencoe.org

EMPLOYEE PROFILE

GET TO KNOW GLENCOE EMPLOYEE...

Laura Dunnigan Department: Accounting Position: Controller for Downtown and Golf Club

How long have you worked at the Glencoe and what enticed you to apply for a job here?

I have been here three and a half years.

I had previous experience accounting and auditing in mid-sized companies and in larger not-for profits, so I knew this would be a great fit. I also knew the Glencoe was reputable and long-standing.

What’s your favourite aspect of your current position?

I am happiest when I have my head in a spreadsheet. I love digging to solve financial puzzles and I love financial modelling.

Tell us more about what you do as Controller.

In a nutshell: With the support of my team, I am responsible for the Club’s financial reporting. I make sure processes are followed and that they make sense.

What’s your favourite quote?

“You’ll never fully understand and begin to determine right from wrong until you’ve considered context and perspective.” ~ one of my Philosophy profs (I like philosophy).

What do you like best about working here?

We have an awesome team of nine accountants that support me (two at the Golf Club). They are excellent workers and fantastic people who make my job enjoyable. I also love coming into work every day because of the leaders I get to learn from. I love seeing how great people handle difficult situations. I love collaborating with other department leaders to solve problems.

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What’s your education and training background?

I took a while to figure out what I wanted to do so my education is kind of all over the place. I started on a Bachelor of Arts degree from University of Alberta (Edmonton) and then moved to University of Calgary (closer to the mountains!) to finish that. Then I got a second degree in Accounting from Athabasca University before starting the CPA program to become a designated CA. During that time, I was working as Accountant/Auditor at KPMG. What are the values that drive you?

Truth and Integrity are the top ones.

But they are not simple values. There are definitely grey areas to them both and navigating through those grey areas is what gives me purpose. I like philosophy… Did I mention that already?

What core Glencoe value speaks to you the most and why (Integrity, Relationships, Wellness, Caring, Respect and Innovation)?

Easy: Integrity. It is a foundational value and the one upon which you can build the rest. For me, without integrity, you cannot really have any of the others.

What are your three favourite books and movies?

Books: Villa Incognito by Tom Robbins, Nightingale by Kristen Hannah, I Heard the Owl Call My Name by Margaret Craven Movies: Braveheart, Best in Show, The Outsiders (when are they going to remake that and cast Justin Bieber as Dallas?)

What do you enjoy doing when you are not working?

Spending time with my super-awesome kids and cleaning my ever-messy house.

I have also tried gardening this year.

Probably not the best year to start out… it’s not going so well!

What are your hobbies?

I don’t have any right now, other than raising little humans and killing flowers! But I used to do lots of stuff: Painting, sewing, surfing, kite-boarding, writing, biking…

What volunteering or passion projects do you do outside of work?

I work a lot with the community.

I volunteered on the Richmond Community Board for a few years, ran the Timbits soccer program and started a community tennis program. I love trying to keep kids active and outdoors!

I have also volunteered with the Junior Achievement program in schools, teaching grade 6 and 7 kids about how to be smart with their money.

Do you have any comments, experiences and/or memories related to the Glencoe that you would like to share?

There is never a dull moment here!

There is always something going on: Renovations, COVID restrictions, wage subsidies, new software, rule changes, process changes. But I love being busy.

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CONTACT LIST MANAGEMENT

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Jan Bloemraad, CCM, Chief Executive Officer The Glencoe Club/The Glencoe Golf & Country Club .. 403-287-4128 Jana-Lyn Fairbairn, General Manager The Glencoe Club ....................................................................... 403-287-4152 Ash Chadha, General Manager The Glencoe Golf & Country Club ....................................... 403-240-7385 Rick Cooke, CPA, CGA, CIM, CMgr, CFO/CIO The Glencoe Club/The Glencoe Golf & Country Club .. 403-287-4142

Ed Penn, IT Manager ................................................................ 403-287-4120

ADMINISTRATION Janet Lipsett, Executive Administrator .............................403-287-4130 Debra Hope, Membership & Integration Supervisor...... 403-287-4107 Leigh Gerard, Membership Specialist................................ 403-287-4104 Samantha Rintoul, Membership Associate ...................... 403-287-4132 Laura Dunnigan, Controller ................................................... 403-287-4146 Sue Le, Accounts Receivable ................................................ 403-287-4135 Franklin Gardner, Accounts Payable ................................. 403-287-4134 Brad Sluiter, CPHR, CPHRi, Human Resources Mgr ..... 403-287-4103

CREATIVE STUDIO Julie MacLeod, Communications & Creative Dir............ 403-287-4163 Eric Skilling, Digital Media Specialist ................................. 403-287-4143

FOOD & BEVERAGE Argyle Reservations ................................................................ 403-287-4190 Ciara Glendon, F&B Manager................................................ 403-287-4173 David Fida, Restaurant Experience Manager...................403-287-4164 Nuntawan Kanjanawongsamas, Event Coordinator ..... 403-287-4161 Herbert Gradauer, Executive Chef ..................................... 403-287-4150

GOLF Golf Shop .................................................. 403-242-4019 or 403-571-0055 Brock Coates, AGS Course Superintendent ................. c 587-393-1644 Lisa Rosengarten, Membership & Marketing Mgr ....... 403-240-7395 Laurie MacArthur, Accounts Receivable ......................... 403-240-7379 Nic Dalby, Accounts Payable ............................................... 403-240-7383 Judy Forshner, PGA Head Golf Professional ................ 403-240-7380 Steve Thomson, PGA Golf Shop Manager ..................... 403-240-7387 Ryan Anderson, PGA Head Teaching Professional .... 403-240-7390 Bruce Campbell, Outdoor Services Director ................. 403-240-7392 Jennifer Cox, F&B Manager.................................................. 403-240-7384 Courtney Tanaka, Banquet and Events Manager............587-392-5215 Samantha Eisan, Restaurant & Outlets Manager............403-240-7381 Jordan Cameron, Executive Chef ...................................... 403-240-7378 Marnie Regan, Admininstrative Assistant......................... 403-240-7377

OPERATIONS Dennis O’Byrne, Operations Manager .............................. 403-287-4108 Derwin Parker, Health & Safety Manager ........................ 403-287-4122 Duty Managers ............................................................. 403-243-2506 (350)

RECREATION Suzette O’Byrne, Recreation Manager ............................. 403-287-4180 Freya Sloane, Aquatics Director............................................. 403-287-4114 Ken Clarke, Fitness Director .................................................. 403-287-4169 Jury Nam, Climbing & Outdoor Programming Dir........ 403-287-4138 Personal Trainers ...................................................................... 403-287-4175 Fitness Service Desk ............................................................... 403-287-4176 Cindy Bonyai, Youth & Teen Director................................. 403-287-4168 Summer Daycamps (seasonal) ........................................... 403-287-4155

SERVICES Main Lobby ................................................................................ 403-243-2506 Sports Office .............................................................................. 403-243-7342 Sam Humphrys, Member Experience Supervisor............. 403-287-4111 Mia Gunhouse, Licensed Programs Team Lead.............. 403-287-4192 Barbie Jean, Pro Shop Manager ........................................... 403-287-4115 Physiotherapy Clinic ................................................................ 403-287-4179 Wellness Centre ......................................................................... 403-287-4174 Jessica Power Cyr, Therapeutic Serv & Lifestyle Dir.... 403-287-4178

SPORTS Connor Rodewald, Athletics Manager................................ 403-287-4113 Court Bookings and Program Registration .................. 403-243-7342 Beth Richardson, Badminton Professional ..................... 403-287-4106 Bryan Moody, Badminton Professional ............... 403-243-2506 (316) Ardy Wiranata, Badminton Professional ............. 403-243-2506 (311) Sean Bahry, Bowling Supervisor ......................................... 403-287-4145 Paul Webster, Curling Director ............................................ 403-287-4123 Scott Davis, Head Skating Professional ............... 403-243-2506 (317) David Duncalf, Head Squash Professional.......................... 403-287-4181 Susie King, Associate Squash Professional ......................403-287-4184 Ozzie Vallejos, Assistant Squash Professional.................403-287-4184 Dietmar Rautenbach, Tennis Director ............................... 403-287-4110 Richard Danielson, Tennis Professional ............. 403-243-2506 (388) Gene Kelly, Tennis Professional ............................. 403-243-2506 (390)

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C R UE LTY FREE + VEGAN Obsessed with charcoal and how it detoxifies the body naturally, founder Tayler used it as inspiration for MP’s original 5-piece collection. ‘Midnight’ came from the dark colour of charcoal + ‘Paloma’ inspired the scent blend, a citrus fresh Blood Orange, Lime, Vanilla + Grapefruit.

Visit the Wellness Centre to see our selection of products or book an appointment today for one of our services.

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