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Happy Mother’s Day

The special day that comes once a year.  The day that we have the opportunity to truly show our mother’s the true importance of them in our lives.  The day we get to spoil them and show appreciation for life.  Mother’s day is about spending the day with mom, doing her favourite things and perhaps taking her out for dinner.  We all know that mom’s don’t expect anything tangible for Mother’s Day, however, we know they love it even more when they do.

There are always the traditional chocolates, flowers or dinner, but have you ever wanted to try something different?  Presented is a link of some unique and fun ideas for Mother’s Day gifts.  Thanks to Country Living for compiling these awesome ideas.  Do you have some of your own unique and original ideas that you love doing for you mom?  Tell us about them and share what your mom loves about her day.  To check out more fantastic ideas, check out Country Living, here.

From everyone at the WHCA, we wish all the mother’s out there the best and happiest Mother’s Day.  We hope you feel the love, appreciation and are showered with gifts on your special day.

Flood Preparedness

Dear Community Representative,

As we approach flood season and the five-year anniversary of the 2013 Southern Alberta flood, we’d like to inform you of our plans for our 2018 flood readiness campaign, ask you to share some information with your community members, and update you about the actions we have taken to become a more flood resilient city.

River flooding can occur at any time in Calgary with little or no warning because of the short, steep distance the rivers travel from the mountains to Calgary. The period between May 15 and July 15 is when Calgary is most likely to experience river flooding due to the combination of snow melt and heavy rainfall events. We actively monitor river, weather and snow pack conditions to prepare for potential flooding. It is important to note that:

  • The most important factor is heavy rainfall upstream of Calgary. These events are challenging to forecast, with Calgary in close proximity to the mountains. We can usually see large rain events about 5-7 days in advance, but we may only have 24 hours (or less) to prepare.
  • A high snowpack alone does not cause our rivers to flood. The snowpack in the mountains has been higher than average this year, however with the lower spring temperatures in the mountains, the snow is melting slower than on the prairies.
  • At this point, the long-term forecast indicates this spring will be cooler than normal with normal precipitation. The City and Province continuously monitor for conditions that can develop into flood events.

Since 2013, together with the Province, we have committed more than $150 million towards projects that will reduce our risk of river flood damage. We have also strengthened our understanding of the flow of the Bow and Elbow Rivers, how rivers change, flood modelling, forecasting, preparedness and response.

While we have worked to reduce our risk of river flood damage, we cannot eliminate the risk of flooding entirely. River flooding impacts all Calgarians who live, work, commute or recreate in the city centre or along the Bow and Elbow Rivers.Citizens have a critical role to play in preparing for river flooding. Our 2018 Flood Readiness Campaign aims to educate Calgarians about how to understand their flood risk, be prepared and stay informed. Our campaign includes the following activities:

  • Disaster Alley (May 5)
  • Report to Calgarians airing May 14 to May 20
  • Flood season campaign launch media availability (week of May 14)
  • Flood Readiness open house for Bow River communities at Foothills Academy (May 15, 7pm)
  • Councillor Farkas’s Flood Readiness Townhall for Elbow River communities (May 17, 7pm)
  • Digital advertising, promotion and social media
  • Monthly City News blog posts (April – July), calgarycitynews.com

o   snowpack and flood risk

o   personal preparedness

o   mitigation projects

o   climate change and flood risk

  • Biweekly Flood e-newsletter (May to July), including promotion to increase subscribers (sign up at calgary.ca/floodinfo)
  • Video series featuring residents who have taken actions to become flood resilient to be featured in biweekly flood e-newsletter and online
  • Updates to flood website calgary.ca/floodinfo

Please contact Pamela Reid (Pamela.Reid@calgary.ca or 403 268-4004) if you have any questions.

Click Here for the 2018 Flood Preparedness Campaign 

Carolyn Bowen M.Sc.

Manager, Watershed Planning

Water Resources | The City of Calgary

Mail code #438 | PO Box 2100, Stn. M, Calgary AB, T2P 2M5

T 403.268.2509 | C 403.801.2074

Calgary in May

The city of Calgary is always bustling with events, festivities and more.  Are you looking for local things to do?  No plans over the weekends in May?  If you looking to fill your weekends and have already booked in WHCA events, check out what else is happening around the city.  Thank you to Tourism Calgary for their schedule of events.  Want to see the full scheduled of events going on in the city?

Click here for further ideas!

May @ the WHCA

May is here and we truly hope that the snow stays away.  It’s time to enjoy the warmth of the spring sun and the freshness of May flowers.  It’s time to enjoy some out door activities such as soccer, football, running, biking etc.  Does that not tickle your fancy?  Why not check out what the West Hillhurst Community Association has happening in May.



Be sure to check out all the events, promotions, and classes offered for May.  If further information is requested, please contact us @ 403.283.0464

WHCA & Carpentry

25It’s finally spring (temperature wise) and that means the WHCA is starting the 2018 project season.  Among the many upgrades and renovations that will occur this year, the WHCA has an innovative project that is coming to light.  Do you love to work with wood?  Are you a professional and experienced carpenter?  Do you love to volunteer your artistic talents, especially within your community?  The West Hillhurst Community Association has an opportunity

The WHCA is currently seeking a professional and experienced carpenter to volunteer their expertise for a new project.  Please contact generalmanager@westhillhurst.com if interested.  Or, you may fill out our Volunteer Application.

WHCA Neighbourhood Advertising

The WHCA and community volunteers will be walking the neighbourhood in the next couple weeks.  We will be knocking on your doors to showcase what the WHCA has to offer for the 2018 season including our member benefits, programs, events, within the Health Club, rental spaces and more.

One of the larger Community Associations in Calgary, we want you to know the privileges that come with becoming a member.  Come experience the daily pickleball play, squash courts, health club, ice arena and take advantage of the rental programs such as Summit Kid and the No-Contact Hockey League (NCHL).  Senior programming runs daily in the Go-Getters room.

Please welcome us as we warmly showcase the West Hillhurst Community Center.  Let’s strengthen the community, come together and be together.

WHCA – In Your Back Yard

Ellen is HERE!

The only Canadian stop, Ellen DeGeneres has chosen to speak to a very lucky crowd of Calgarians at the Scotia Bank Saddledome April 21, 2018.  We have all seen her on television, now experience the fun, loving, excitable and personable celebrity in person.  Ellen has inspired fans & people around the world and has been a supporting voice & advocate for the LGTBQ community.

As reported on Global News, “A Conversation with Ellen DeGeneres” will highlight her one-of-a-kind humour during a moderated question-and-answer conversation on Saturday, April 21.

The comedian and daytime talk show host will deliver “inspiring and hilarious experiences” for her fans.

DeGeneres has earned recognition as a household name and a global entertainer.”

For more information or to order your tickets for tomorrow’s conversation, click here.

Eat, Drink & Be Merry

Are you a WHCA Pickleball player?  Do you hit the ice with boys?  Are the kids doing evening sports?  Are you joining the ladies for some fitness classes?  Do youi come down for some intense squash action?  Let’s be honest, I’m sure you are feeling tired after your activity.  But, are you not ready to head home?  Did you know that the WHCA is home to The Barn Public House.

Head upstairs for a relaxing drink or some good grub.  Recently renovated, The Barn is a contemporary space to relax and catch up with the friends.

The Barn and WHCA have partnered together to drive more of our facility users and members up to the pub.  With good food and drinks, The Barn is a great meeting place to converse, laugh and watch the game.  The Barn also hosts a number of special events throughout the year with some awesome specials.

Along with the six other companies that share our partnership, The Barn will provide WHCA members ten (10) per cent off their total bill.  No restrictions and discount will be applied to food, drinks, appetizers, etc.

To see more of the WHCA member benefits, click here.  Need to register for your WHCA membership?  Come into our office or register online. Proceeds from administration fees are returned to the community association to improve the facility, programs and events.

New Partnership – District12 Photographics

WHCA is proud to announce a new partnership for our members. 

As a WHCA member, you will receive exclusive benefits from local business and companies in Calgary.  It is the WHCA’s mission to partner with local companies to help advertise and increase traffic within the companies and facility itself.  Because the benefits are exclusive, we strive to entertain a host of different companies that provide different discounts within the industry.

Our latest partnership with District12 Photographics provides our members to receive a discounted rate on regular portrait sessions.

Photographer Mitch Wiebe got his start back in 2008 and in 2011, he took on another creative art form in hand; reporting and writing.

Since its’ introduction, Mitch’s visually appealing works have exposed his great talent. Shooting everything from local and international modeling/talent agencies roster, to graduation days and weddings, nature and landscapes, to personal portfolio creatives, Mitch’s artistic abilities continue to thrive from his dynamic and original thoughts of art. Over the last eight years, his self-taught techniques have brought him much success in local, national and international markets, as he continues to bring creativity to his works with his unique eye for beauty.

Mitchell’s perception and innovative taste in portraits helps rekindle the beauty much of us tend to forget. Whether his shots are black/white or colour, they paint enticing stories and inspiring images that will never be forgotten. He continues to increase his knowledge and unique perception with the use of additional lenses, filters, and experimental light and shadow techniques. Mitchell’s unique perspective and invigorating skill continues and will create substantial conversation in the future and much the same can be said about his stories and writing techniques.  We invite you to browse the site and check out the products & services that we have to offer.  If you have any questions, please contact.  We will continue to bring our followers, loyalists and clients up to date with promotion, changes and web site updates.

“My main focus now is capturing the beauty in this world that many seem to miss in their daily commutes. We, a many of a time, pass up the opportunity to take that additional minute out of our busy schedules, take a deep breath and analyze the exceptional beauty that is around us. If I can capture that one photo and bring upon the understanding and pure beauty to one person, I have accomplished my reasoning.”

To find out more or to book your session, checkout District 12 Photographics website.

District12 Photographics

District12 Photographics

District12 Photographics

As a member of WHCA, we will continue to bring local businesses in on our partnerships.  This will continue to provide exclusive benefits to our members.  Keep checking the website to see our current partners and watch the collaboration list grow.  Only WHCA members receive these deals.  To purchase your membership, come into the office or register online.