Lancaster Park Map

Commander’s Message

What a year it has been so far, and the challenges we are facing as a community are far from being over!!! While meeting the demands of the military lifestyle are not foreign to our community, facing a pandemic is certainly new to most of us.

We have so far been doing extremely well, thanks to the resilience of our military families, and the robust support network that has been growing within our community over several decades. As a matter of fact, a key component of our resilient community, the Edmonton Garrison Military Family Resource Centre (MFRC) is marking its 30th anniversary this year of outstanding support to military families! Over the last decades, and a direct result of its dedicated and caring team, the MFRC has grown from its roots offering childcare and playschool in a shared building in Griesbach with a staff of fewer than ten, to a flourishing community-driven resource for military families. Having quadrupled its team and expanded its programs to help families with integration, deployments, mental health, transitions, volunteering, children’s development, employment, special needs and so much more, the MFRC is an integral part of our success as a community. On behalf of my family and the entire Garrison community, we are saying a big, heartfelt thank you to the amazing MFRC team!!!

The programs, activities, and services offered by Personnel Support Programs and the Military Family Resource Centre listed in this issue of the Edmonton Garrison Community Guide are here to support you and your family. They have been tailored to meet the requirements of a COVID-19 environment, and as such have been reviewed and adjusted to strictly follow the Alberta Health Services COVID-19 Mitigation Protocols. I encourage you to take a look through the pages to find out what programs are available for all ages, and to sign up. You will find clubs, fitness and recreation activities, personal development and parenting programs, and support for family absences. We have all been isolating, and perhaps become more sedentary over the last few months, our activities present a great opportunity to get active again!

If you are newly arrived to Edmonton, I would like to extend a warm welcome and invite you to participate actively in our programs and activities. This will be an excellent opportunity to meet other members of the community.

Col Lemyre

Commander, 3rd Canadian Division Support Group

Lancaster Park Map

Horticulture Club Community Gardens

Twin Rink Arena Auto Club

Fitness Centre & Community Recreation

Outdoor Rink

MFRC, Library & Health Promotion

Skatepark Churchill Ave.

St. John & St. Luke Chapel Our Lady of Loretto Chapel

Mons Ave.

Range RD 244

Arras Ave.

Bob Barber, Canada Post, CANEX, SISIP, The Little Alteration Shop

Falaise Ave.

Guthrie School Edmonton Garrison Memorial Golf & CC

Table of Contents & Contact Information

 Lancaster Park Map ................................................................................................................................................................................2  Fitness Centre ...........................................................................................................................................................................................6  Edmonton Garrison Community Library.........................................................................................................................................8  Military Family Resource Centre.......................................................................................................................................................12  Child Care - MFRC ..................................................................................................................................................................................13  Aquatic Programs.................................................................................................................................................................................20  Infant and Preschool Programs (ages Birth-5) - Fitness Centre............................................................................................ 21  Infant and Preschool Programs (ages Birth-5) - MFRC.............................................................................................................22  Children & Youth Programs (ages 6-17) - MFRC.........................................................................................................................23  Children & Youth Programs (ages 6-17) - Fitness Centre ........................................................................................................ 24  Family Programs - MFRC ...................................................................................................................................................................26  Family Programs - Fitness Centre................................................................................................................................................... 27  Adult Programs - MFRC.......................................................................................................................................................................28  Adult Programs - Fitness Centre......................................................................................................................................................30  Health Promotion ................................................................................................................................................................................. 33  Community Information .................................................................................................................................................................... 37  MFRC Sponsors and Donors............................................................................................................................................................. 43

Military Family Resource Centre Building 161, Mons Avenue, Lancaster Park Phone: (780) 973-4011 Ext. 6300 Fax: (780) 973-1401 information@mfrcedmonton.com Facebook: EdmontonMFRC

General Office Hours: Monday to Friday from 9:00 am - 4:45 pm Closed weekends & statutory holidays

MFRC Day Care Hours: Monday to Friday from 6:45 am - 5:45 pm Closed weekends & statutory holidays

Fitness Centre Building 185, Mons Avenue, Lancaster Park Phone: (780) 973-4011 Ext. 4392 Fax: (780) 973-4077 Facebook: Edmonton Garrison Fitness Centre

General Hours: Monday to Friday from 6:00 am - 10:00 pm Saturday & Sunday from 8:00 am - 8:00 pm *Hours subject to change Management Office Hours: Monday to Friday from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

MFRC Contact Information Base Phone Number__________ (780) 973-4011 plus ext. General Information/Reception_________________6300 Executive Director____________________________6306 Deputy Director______________________________6330 Children’s Programs___________________________6313 Day Care ___________________________________ 6314 Deployment Coordinator______________________ 6304 Emergency Child Care ________________________ 6335 Francophone Services_________________________5081 Fund Development___________________________6328 Marketing & Communications__________________ 6325 Mental Health & Wellness______________________ 6126 Program Manager____________________________7048 MFRC Youth Centre___________________________ 6324 Veteran Family Coordinator____________________ 6335 Volunteering & Community Outreach____________ 2285

Fitness Centre Contact Information:

Base Phone Number__________ (780) 973-4011 plus ext. Arena Manager______________________________ 4332 Front Desk / Reception________________________ 4392 Facilities Coordinator__________________________4668 Fitness & Sports Manager______________________ 4326 Fitness Coordinator___________________________4324 Military Sports Coordinator_____________________4322 Recreation Management__________________ 4694/4571 *due to covid-19 Government of Alberta guidelines

Fitness Centre Membership Fitness Centre COVID Update

The Edmonton Garrison Fitness Centre’s COVID-19 Response Plan

In accordance with the Alberta Government’s phase 2 guidelines and with the approval of the Commanding Officer 3CDSB Edmonton, the Edmonton Garrison Fitness Centre opened on 29 June 2020. As a part of re-opening our facility there has been several changes to our facility layout and our admission practices. Please take a moment to review the details below before scheduling your next visit to the Edmonton Garrison Fitness Centre.

General Facility Use What are the Facility Hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 am – 8:00 pm I Saturday & Sunday, 8:00 am – 8:00 pm *hours subject to change

How do I Access the Facility?

In order to comply with the provincial re-opening guidelines, occupancy limits have been imposed on the various areas within the Edmonton Garrison Fitness Centre. In order to facilitate these occupancy limits, the Edmonton Garrison Fitness Centre has adopted a reservation system. Please follow the “Booking a Workout” instruction below.

What Equipment is Available?

Some areas of the Edmonton Garrison Fitness Centre remain closed and will open at a later date. Some areas that are open will have substantial changes in layout. These changes are to accommodate physical distancing and the provincial government’s re-opening guidelines. Visit our website our call our front desk for the latest information on which facilities and facilities are available.

How Should I Prepare for my Visit to the Edmonton Garrison Fitness Centre?

If you have already made a reservation, then you are off to a good start. We ask that all patrons intending to use the gym come already dressed for their individual exercise plans. All our water fountains will be inoperable. Please bring your own water. If you intend to use the weight room, please bring a mask. All other areas of the facility do not require a mask but a mask is recommended. Please bring your own personal equipment wherever practical i.e. yoga mats, weight belts etc. Patrons should bring their Military ID card or Membership Card. Patrons without proper identification will be required to pay a drop in fee.

What can I Expect Upon Arrival?

All patrons with a booked workout will be required to wait outside the main entrance upon arrival. Prior to entering the building for your booked workout, a staff member will confirm reservations and take any in-person reservations. A further staff member will provide a short brief on our new facility rules prior to patrons entering the facility. All patrons wishing to make a Front Desk inquiry will join the designated line and will enter the facility as other patron inquiries are completed. • There will be signage clearly indicating the lines for front desk inquiries and facility users. Each line will have physical distancing aids marked on the ground. Please follow the instructions on the signs and the aids on the ground. Our main entrance has been clearly divided into an exit and entrance. If you are waiting to enter the facility, please do not block the exit. • Please note there is a separate line up for those patrons accessing our aquatic facilities. Aquatic patrons will receive an additional brief from a lifeguard once they are in the facility.

What are the Expectations while I am in the Facility?

Physical distancing is expected of all patrons. Regardless of “family”, “cohort”, or “bubble” all patrons are expected to maintain a physical distance of 2 metres. Signage has been placed around the facility to remind patrons of the importance of physical distancing. Directional markings have been placed on the floor to facilitate flow and physical distancing. Our staff will be supervising the various areas of our facility and reminding patrons of the importance of physical distancing. Patrons failing to respect physical distancing guidelines will be asked to leave the facility. Patrons are expected to remain in their reserved area and are not permitted to move between workout areas.

Please do not use any area or piece of equipment marked as closed. All patrons are required to wipe down all equipment and machines before and after use with the disinfectant supplies provided. Masks are recommended in all areas of the facility, but are mandatory in the weight room only. Changerooms are available for washroom use only. All persons in the building MUST adhere to the signage and respect physical distancing regulations set forth by the Government of Alberta.

What Kind of Cleaning Protocols Does the Fitness Centre Have in Place?

All patrons are required to wipe down all equipment and machines before and after use with the disinfectant supplies provided. Each area within the facility (weight room, warrior room, upper gym, etc...) will be closed once every four hours throughout the day to be cleaned by facility staff. Closures will be staggered. Our cleaning staff will continue to clean common areas on a regular basis. All facility equipment will be disinfected by staff multiple times per day.

Aquatic Facility Use How do I Access the Pool?

Plan your visit. Reserve your lane, or register for your program ahead of time, online. Drop-in spaces are not available. Arrive in your clean swimwear. Change-rooms are available, but space and resources are limited. Leave all valuables at home. Kickboards and PFDs are available; however, you are encouraged to bring your own equipment. Snorkels are not permitted.

Swimming lessons will access the pool through the north entrance to control flow and facility headcount.

What can I Expect upon Arrival at the Pool?

Patrons are expected to stay 2 m apart. Follow the signs in and around the facility. Have your ID available for facility entrance. Be sure to listen to the facility and aquatics brief provided, prior to entry. Stay in your designated pod and follow the one-way signs when moving around the pool perimeter deck. Shower either in the change-rooms or on deck, before entering the pool. Maintain swimming etiquette (double lane circles, rest zones, equipment use). Follow the entrance and exit signs for the change-rooms. Exit the pool promptly at the end of your swim session. Re-entry is not permitted. Presenting sponsor:

Recreational Programs When will programs resume?

The majority of Fall programs will resume the week of 21 September, a few programs will resume sooner.

What can I expect in our programs?

Most of our recreational programs have been reduced in size in order to accommodate social distancing. Additional staff have added to programs to facilitate program management and equipment. More time has been allocated inbetween programs for staff to disinfect equipment. Hand sanitizer and personal protective equipment will be used in many program settings.

How have Swim Lessons changed? In order to accommodate physical distancing, all participants in levels Swimmer 3 and under must have a guardian in the water. The guardian will be expected to conduct all the hands-on instruction elements with the participant with the guidance and supervision of the swim instructor. Participants in Swimmer 4 and above will receive normal instruction for the Swim Instructor with a restriction on hands-on contact. Has the price of programs changed? Program fees have been adjusted to account for increased COVID mitigation practices and resources required to meet operational demand.

Questions What Do I Do if I Have Questions?

Any questions or requests for additional information should be directed to edmfitcentre@cfmws.com. We will respond to most inquiries within 48hrs. If the matter is urgent or require immediate assistance, please call 780-973-4011 x 4392 during facility hours. For in-depth details, please visit the CAF Connection website.