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Happy Halloween

It’s finally here!  The costumes are out, the candy bags ready and the kids are buzzing with excitement.   Halloween is usually a kids second favourite time of the year where they can use their imaginations and portray their favourite cartoon characters, super heros or an evil costume to scare the neighbours!  It’s all about fun and collecting enough candy to at least last a week.

The West Hillhurst Community Association wants to remind the public, parents and trick-or-treat’ers to keep in mind their surroundings and traffic that will be out that night.  As reported on SafeRides4Kids, here are some suggestions to ensure the safety of you, your children and drivers out on the roads for the evening.

“Sure there are the monsters and gruesome decorations intended to scare people but overall most children look forward to dressing up and trick or treating for candy.

“There are, however, some things we parents should be frightened of on Halloween and, no, statistically speaking, tainted candy is not one of them. Here are some things to be aware of and some quick tips for a safe Halloween.”

DANGER #1

Poor visibility and dark costumes often result in accidents. As a matter of fact, children are four times more likely to be hit by a car on Halloween than any other night. These collisions result in double the number of pedestrian fatalities than the average night.

(For a short video about this, go to our Safe Halloween Tips video here.)

Safety tips:

  • 70% of these accidents occur away from an intersection or crosswalk, so always cross the street at the corner where you will be more visible and make eye contact with drivers.
  • Walk in groups and have kids use glow sticks or flashlights to help them see and be seen by drivers.
  • Children under age 12 should have adult supervision. If older kids are mature enough to be out without supervision, plan a route with them staying in well-lit, familiar areas and remind them to trick-or-treat in groups and return home at a specified time.
  • Make sure costumes fit properly to prevent tripping.
  • Masks might obstruct a child’s vision, try non-toxic face paint and makeup instead.
  • Decorate costumes and bags with reflective tape or stickers.

If you are the driver:

  • Slow down.
  • Most children trick-or-treat from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. (and 60% of the pedestrian accidents happen) so be especially alert for kids during those hours.
  • Put your phone away while driving.
  • If you have been drinking, have someone else drive.

DANGER #2

There is an increase in burns during Halloween also.

Safety tips:

  • Use battery-powered tea lights instead of real candles in your pumpkins.

  • Candlelit pumpkins should be placed on a sturdy table away from flammable objects and where little feet won’t trip over them or kick them over, and should never be left unattended.

  • Make sure your children’s costumes are made of fire-retardant materials.

“In general, use common sense; only go to people’s homes where it is obvious they are participating in trick-or-treating because their home is lit and oftentimes decorated. And be courteous; stay off people’s lawns, don’t push younger kids out of the way at doors and say “thank you”.”

The NEW Library is HERE!

Did you know that the New Central Library construction is basically complete?  Are you wanting to see this new innovative space that will bring Calgarians into a new community?  Do you want to see what the library all has to offer to the public or see the gorgeous architecture that has helped beautify the Calgary cityscape?

As reported on the Avenue Calgary website,  The Lit Gala takes place on November 2, 2018 from 7:30 p.m. until midnight.

“Celebrate the arrival of the New Central Library (and be among the first to explore it) at this opening gala that takes place the day after it officially opens to the public. Take in the building’s astounding architecture and design while checking out special experiences on each floor. There will also be featured speakers, performers and refreshments. The Lit Gala is raising money to start a speaker series at the New Central Library, which would bring in notable speakers from around the world. ”

Cost

$750

Location

New Central Library800 3 St. S.E.
Calgary, AB
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For more information or to purchase your tickets, please check out the Lit Gala Website.

Calgary’s Celebration of Sport

Calgary is hub for sport.  From beginner level sports to professional teams and organization, the community is strong.  Not only is the passion strong within the community, it is within those people and organizations that volunteer and give back the gift of sport to others.

As reported on the VisitCalgary website, “In support of sport in Calgary, The Celebration of Sport 2018 event recognizes the people and organizations that make Calgary an incredible world-class sports city.

This year’s event will be comprised of a late afternoon reception, short awards ceremony and an expert panel discussion on sport. The event will be memorable and offer excellent networking opportunities with athletes, sport organizations, business and community leaders, and government officials. More than 500 attendees are expected this year.

100% of proceeds from the event will go to support amateur sport in the city, and programs that encourage sport participation, like All Sport One Day.

Purchase your ticket to the Celebration of Sport 2018 today and together let’s support the continued success of athletes and sport organizations in Calgary.

For more information or to purchase your tickets, please visit the Sport Calgary website.

Screamfest 2018

This is your last chance to be apart of one of Calgary’s most exciting events in the month of October.  As found on the Avenue Calgary website, “After 12 terrifying years, ScreamFest will scare Calgarians for the last time ever this month. 
“This is probably Calgary’s scariest and most diverse Halloween event. Walk through multiple haunted houses — Clown Town, Bates Motel and What Lurks In the Dark are all worth visiting. Or try your luck in spooky escape rooms and playing carnival games like the Wheel of Misfortune. “

Dates:
Screamfest runs on October 5, 6, 12, 13, 19 to 21, 25 to 28, 30 and 31. October 25th is an adults only night.

Times:
7 p.m. to 12 a.m.

For more information, visit: 
screamfest.ca

Cost

General admission $30

Location View map

The Grandstand Building
Stampede Park
20 Roundup Way S.E.
Calgary, AB

September Health Club Promotion

School is back in sessions.  The September routine is beginning to set in.  It’s time to include a health and wellness regime in your routine.  Come on down to the West Hillhurst Community Association and check out the Health Club’s September promotion.

Don’t delay and register today!   For more information, please check out www.westhillhurst.com/health-club, call or 403.283.0464 ext 1 or contact us via email at healthclub@westhillhurst.com

Closed for Statuary Holiday

As of September 1, 2018, the West Hillhurst Community Association will NOW be COMPLETELY CLOSED on statuary holidays.  Please note these changes as they will continue into 2019.

We will be closed on Monday September 3, 2018 and will reopen regular scheduled hours on Tuesday September 4, 2018

We apologize for any inconvenience that this may cause!

Pride Day Parade

As found on the Calgary Pride website, “It’s the most colourful event of the year!

“2018 brings forth the 28th iteration of the annual Calgary Pride Parade – the signature event that colours all of downtown Calgary with rainbows and smiles! Originally a small march of LGBT Calgarians, some of whom wore masks and bags over their faces to protect from persecution, the event has grown in leaps and bounds to become the second biggest parade in Calgary.

“Today, Calgary Pride welcomes non profit organizations, businesses big and small, politicians, political parties, churches, unions, and more, all to come together and celebrate Calgary’s diversity. This incredible gathering of inclusive and diverse organizations draws tens of thousands of spectators each year, and showcases the diversity of Calgary’s community.”

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE PARADE START TIME HAS CHANGED TO 11:00AM

Pride: A Conversation – Registration Closing

A quick and friendly reminder that registration closes tomorrow, August 29, 2018 @ noon.  

Come join your WHCA for an evening of education, information and Q&A from our diverse panel of the LGTBQ+ Calgarians!  Learn about the community and and inclusion that WHCA wants to build on in our community.

Our Goals:
– Build community and increase inclusion within West Hillhurst.
– Increase awareness and understanding about:
– Sexuality and gender issues
– Calgary’s LGTBQ+ community

– Provide attendees with local LGTBQ+ resources / services*

Come on down to this family-friendly event and be part of the change that we hope to see in our community!  The West Hillhurst Community Association provides a safe place for all!

Please be sure to register as only registered guests will have the opportunity to win a door prize.  You can register online here.  

WHCA wants to thank the following sponsors and donations:

  1.  Crave Cupcakes – Kensington
  2.  Bernard Callebaut – Kensington
  3. BlockTalk
  4. Naked Leaf
  5. DeAnna Kweens

Calgary Pride Week

Calgary Pride Week officially runs August 24 – September 3, 2018.  This is a week to show the cultural diversity, inclusion and support from companies and people across southern Alberta.  Through out the week, there are many adult-only events taking place, but more importantly, over the weekend, there will be tons of family-friendly, age appropriate activities taking place.  Found on the Calgary Pride and Visit Calgary website, here is the general information about the Pride Parade and Pride in the Park:

 

Diversity and inclusivity

Why Go

AUGUST 24 to SEPTEMBER 3, 2018 Celebrating 27 Years of Pride! The annual Calgary Pride Festival celebrates our city’s diverse and inclusive community, through a variety of events throughout the week. Join us for concerts, plays, parties, history walks, panel discussions, and the free signature Parade and Pride in the Park. PARADE The signature Calgary Pride Parade is one of the most colourful celebrations of the year! This family friendly parade sees upwards of 60,000 spectators as nearly 150 entries from community groups, corporations, politicians, churches and public services roll through the heart of downtown, and celebrates the tremendous diversity of Calgary’s community. PRIDE IN THE PARK Immediately following the Parade, join us for this massive free outdoor party, complete with live music from local, national and international performers, a marketplace of community groups and pride inspired merchandise, a selection of some of the best food trucks rolling the streets of Calgary, the Village Brewery beer gardens, and a family zone with crafts and activities for kids of all ages.

What’s Great

The signature Calgary Pride Parade is one of the most colourful celebrations of the year! This family friendly parade draws 60,000 spectators and nearly 150 entries and is capped off by Pride in the Park, a free outdoor party with beer gardens, delicious food trucks and live music.

Local Tip:

Pride is family friendly. Pride in the Park features a family zone with crafts and activities for children.

 

Calgary Pride Parade 2018

September 2, 2018 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

Free

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The signature Calgary Pride Parade is one of the most colourful celebrations of the year! This family friendly parade sees upwards of 60,000 spectators as over 150 entries from community groups, corporations, politicians, churches and public services roll through the heart of downtown, and celebrates the tremendous diversity of Calgary’s community.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE START TIME HAS CHANGED TO 11:00AM

Date:
September 2, 2018
Time:
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Cost:
Free
Event Category:

Organizer

Calgary Pride
Website:
calgarypride.ca

 

September 2, 2018 @ 11:00 am – 6:00 pm

Free

Join us for one of Calgary’s largest FREE outdoor cultural celebrations, immediately following the Pride Parade. Enjoy live music on the main stage, activities for youth and children in the family zone, a cold beer or refreshing cocktail in the Village Brewery Beer Gardens, or get better acquainted with the local community as your browse the marketplace.

Date:
September 2, 2018
Time:
11:00 am – 6:00 pm
Cost:
Free
Event Categories:

ISC Power Breakfast

DESCRIPTION

Please note that this event is exclusive for ISC clients.

If you wish to attend but you are not an ISC client, please feel free to contact us at ghazih@immigrantservicescalgary.ca

This event will be an opportunity to network with established professionals in Canada as well as other internationally trained professionals in the fields of Finance, HR, Accounting, Suply Chain.

There will be an ice breaker activity to engage all attendees.

*Light breakfast will be served*

Registration required by Friday August 17 2018.

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DATE AND TIME

Thu, August 23, 2018

7:30 AM – 9:00 AM MDT

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LOCATION

Immigrant Services Calgary

910 7 Avenue Southwest

##1200

Calgary, AB T2P 3N8

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ORGANIZER IMMIGRANT SERVICES CALGARY

Organizer of ISC Power Breakfast August 2018

Since 1977, Immigrant Services Calgary has been providing a wide range of settlement services to immigrants and refugees looking to begin a new chapter of their lives in Canada. We employ a client focused, integrated approach when working with individuals and their families to help them settle in Calgary.

Our aim is to reach newcomers in a timely and responsive manner to facilitate a smooth transition, proper settlement and successful integration into the Calgary community. We work hard to ensure our clients have access to programs and services that can help them overcome the challenges that come with immigrating to a new country, thus setting them up to succeed in their new life in Canada.

 

Our Vision: Immigrants and their families participate fully in an integrated and cohesive Canadian society.

Our Mission: Immigrant Services Calgary is committed to being a comprehensive settlement agency working together with immigrants and their families to make Canada home.

Our Values: We are passionate, collaborative, accountable, and ethical leaders in settlement services. We believe that people come first. We are committed to quality services for a diverse Canadian community.