Crossroads

The Official newsletter of your Crossroads Community Association 

CROSSROADS 

CROSSROADS 

Photo courtesy of Val H. 

A P R I L 2 0 1 3 

Convenor 

Teen Night 

Apr 12, 7-9:30pm 

“Tea Party” 

April 14, 2-4pm 

Family 

Movie Night 

April 19, 7-9pm 

Pub Night 

April 26, 7:30pm 

I live in Crossroads! 

Crossroads - Calgary‛s Best Kept Secret!

Weekend location 

Forest Lawn High School 

1304 - 44th Street SE 

Classes starting Apr 13th 

New Location - Weekdays 

Suite 201 

1710 Centre Street N. 

Classes starting Apr 15th 

SPRING CLASSES: Apr 13 to June 29, 2013 

SPANISH 

FOR TRAVELERS! 

The Spanish School of Calgary 

Welcome! 

Centre Street N. location 

Classes starting 

Wed, Apr 17th 

Children’s fees 

are eligible for the 

Child Arts Tax Credit 

Bienvenido! 

Phone: (403) 235-6340 Fax: (403) 235-6230 

School Coordinator Direct Line: (403) 585-6070 

Email: spanish1@telus.net 

www.spanishschoolofcalgary.com 

Spanish is the second most used language in international communication! 

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April 2013

CROSSROADS 

COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION 

Vista Heights, Belfast, Mayland Heights 

1803 -14 Avenue NE 

Calgary, AB T2E 1G4 

Mailing address: 

PO Box 37027, 

Mayland Heights NE 

Calgary, AB T2E 8V1 

Offi ce: 277-6201 • Fax: 277-6205 

Kitchen: 276-3818 

Executive 

President ............................ Inga McLean, 286-1249 

crossroadspresident@gmail.com 

1st Vice President ...................................Larry Leach 

larrytheadman@gmail.com 

2nd Vice President ...........Duane Knox, 250-3990 

Treasurer ......................................... Marilyn Johnson 

Secretary .....Marie Dueck, mariedueck@shaw.ca 

Board of Directors 

Membership ..................................... James Johnson 

Bingo Barn ......................................... Sandy Johnson 

Entertainment .................................................Vacant 

Special Grants/Projects .....................Tara Pasveer 

Publicity and Signs .........................................Vacant 

Facilities ..........................................Colby E. Sweeney 

csgmrr40@gmail.com 

Traffi c Committee ...........................................Vacant 

Newsletter Editor ............................ Denise Comier 

convenor.editor@gmail.com 

Floating Director #1 ........................... Jerry Rourke 

Floating Director #2 .............. Duncan McDonald 

Floating Director #3 ............................. Kevin Davis 

Floating Director #4 ...................... Darcy DelColle 

Preschool ................... Jenn Hohenstein, 277-2168 

Air Traffi c Committee ...................Paul Gardam 

Other Contacts 

Facility Manager ......... Brenda Cosens, 277-6201 

History Book ..................... Jerry Rourke, 601-5141 

CROSSROADS CONVENOR 

is the offi cial newsletter of the 

Crossroads 

Community Association 

Proudly published by: 

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crossroadscommunity@shaw.ca 

Crossroads Community Association Mission Statement... 

“Crossroads Community Association provides 

programs and services to enhance the quality of life for all.” 

President’s 

MESSAGE by Inga McLean 

Hello all, I hope everyone had a great Easter! 

Now that winter is over and spring has sprung – I hope – I see more 

and more community members out walking and riding their bikes, 

which is nice to see. 

Th e upcoming events at the hall for April are Teen Night on April 

12th at 7:00pm in the Upper Hall (teens: come and check it out!), 

Movie Night, in the Lower Hall on April 19th at 7:00pm and Pub 

Night in the Upper Hall on April 26th. 

Come check out what is happening in the community at our monthly 

meeting at 7:00pm on April 7th. See you at the next meeting! 

Inga McLean, President 

Crossroads Community Association 

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed within any published article, report or submission refl ect those of the author and should not be 

considered to refl ect those of the community association. The information contained in this newsletter is believed to be accurate but is not 

warranted to be so. The community association does not endorse any person or persons advertising in this newsletter. Publication of these 

ads should not be considered an endorsement of any goods or services. 

We publish ten issues per year in each 

of these fi ne communities: 

Bridgeland/Riverside • Renfrew 

Crescent Heights • Crossroads 

Highland Park • Tuxedo Park • Rundle 

Marlborough• Marlborough Park 

Mt. Pleasant • Winston Heights 

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April 2013 Crossroads Convenor 

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Announcements! 

APRIL BIRTHDAYS 

01 – Sarah Parker 

02 – Mike Zima 

06 – Dayle Turner 

06 – Pat Verhegge 

08 – Shelly Couture 

08 – Dot Elia 

11 – Cory McCrae 

12 – Rhayna Askew 

12 – Aron Turgeon 

13 – Kurtis Lyczewski 

15 – Kevin Davis 

15 – Arlene McCrae 

17 – Joyce Gardam 

23 – Sami Dunn 

24 – Derek Couture 

24 – Pete Haugen 

25 – Dianne Girodat 

26 – Hillary Moxley 

26 – Debbie Snyder 

29 – Ashley Halla 

30 – Megan Blain 

30 – Ryan Couture 

APRIL ANNIVERSARY 

22 – Rick & Karen Ordze 

Share your joy... honour, celebrate and acknowledge 

special events or achievements. 

E-mail convenor.editor@gmail.com 

Ladies’ 

Tea Party 

COMMUNITY 

CONTACTS 

Airport Noise Complaints 

Please call Paul Gardam, 276-6203 

or email crossroads_bw@shaw.ca 

Block Watch 

............ Chairman, Joyce Gardam, 276-6203 

Crossroads Preschool ......................277-2168 

Crossroads 50+ Club 

.............................Peg Fitzpatrick, 451-8508 

Girl Guides 

.... Karen Anderson, bcakja@telusplanet.net 

Revolutions Twirl Company 

................................Kim Johnson, 277-0841 

Scouting ................Inga McLean, 286-1249 

Traffic Committee ..........................Vacant 

Alderman .............Andre Chabot, 268-2430 

(South of 16th Ave) 

Alderman ................... Ray Jones, 268-2430 

(North of 16th Ave) 

MLA ......................................... Yvonne Fritz 

(north of 16th Avenue) 

MLA... ...................... Moe Amery, 216-5450 

(south of 16th Avenue) 

MP ..................... Devinder Shory, 291-0018 

(north of 16th Avenue) 

MP ........................Deepak Obhrai, 207-3030 

south of 16th Avenue) 

Come and meet other women in the neighbourhood. 

• Free tea and light refreshments 

• Guest speaker 

• Door prizes 

FREE childcare for children under 5 

Children’s programming for children aged 6-12 

When: Sunday, April 14, 2:30-4:30 PM 

Where: Crossroads Community Association Hall- 1803- 14 Ave Ne 

RSVP: Tracey at Crossroads Community Association at 403-277-6201 

Sponsored by Crossroads Community Association and the Vista Heights Action Committee 


April 2013

Message from 

the Editor 

by Denise Cormier 

convenor.editor@gmail.com 

Th anks to everyone who has volunteered their time and resources 

to the Crossroads Community throughout the years. At this time, we 

are in need of volunteers for most of our upcoming functions; please 

review our articles for volunteer opportunities and put your talents to 

use for your community! 

We certainly need as much help as we can get with our upcoming 

Multicultural Festival. It has grown immensely over the years and we 

look forward to all the new people we’re sure to see this year. And 

while this call for volunteers is ringing, I should add that I am always 

looking for more submissions so don’t hesitate! Th anks again! 

Denise 

COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION 

BOARD MEETINGS 

Most meetings are usually held the fi rst Sunday of 

the month, with the exceptions of July and August 

when we will not have any meetings. 

The meetings start at 7pm. Upcoming dates: 

Sunday, April 7, 2013 

Sunday, May 5, 2013 

Convenor Editorial Deadlines: 

May 2013 issue deadline is ..... Apr 10th 

June 2013 issue deadline is ..... May 10th 

Please email your editorial submissions 

and community information to Denise Cormier 

at convenor.editor@gmail.com 

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Crossroads Community News 

Free Family Movie Night 

submitted by the CCA Family Movie Committee 

ccamovienight@gmail.com 

Congratulations to both Adam, our January winner of the movie 

“Frankenweenie”, and to Robert, winner of the movie “Hotel Transylvania” 

in February. Membership has its perks! 

Join us on Friday, April 19th for our next Free Family Movie 

Night. Bring your Crossroads Community Membership (or pick one 

up there) and “Pick up your Perk!” 

You will receive a coupon good for 

a free item from the concession as 

well as a draw entry for our featured 

movie of the evening (please contact 

ccamovienight@gmail.com for our 

next title ;-) Please remember that 

this is a family event and all children 

must be accompanied by an adult. 

There is NO COST for the movie 

and there will be snacks and refreshments available for purchase at the 

concession. Thanks to our benefactors, your Crossroads Community 

Association, Vista Heights Action Committee and Dr Kolbi Brost of 

Brost Chiropractic and Wellness Centre, all proceeds from the concession 

go towards various Youth Groups within Crossroads. To see 

if your youth group qualifies, please contact ccamovienight@gmail. 

com. Doors open at 6:30pm and the movie starts at 7pm. Make sure 

you’re up to date and keep an eye on the CCA Facebook page http:// 

on.fb.me/fqqjLG and the Convenor’s Community Calendar for various 

upcoming events. 

Upcoming Bingos Bingo Barn, 10, 1107-33 St NE 

Wed., April 03 from 10:30am to 3:30pm – volunteers needed 

Tues., April 09 from 4:30 to 9:30pm – volunteers needed 

Thurs., April 25 from 4:30 to 9:30pm – volunteers needed 

Fri., May 10 from 8:30 to 11:15am or 10:30am to 3:30pm 

VOLUNTEERS REALLY NEEDED 

We are in great need of volunteers. Please remember that earned 

Bingo credits can be transferred to any of the Crossroads Community 

user groups. Any Bingos that you want to sign up for or, if you want 

your bingo credits transferred to a user group or to other individuals 

within the community, then you need to contact Sandy Johnson 

directly at 403-277-0841; only Sandy is able to transfer these credits. 

Crossroads Multicultural Festival 

- submitted by Shannon Keetch 

Yahoo! Our budget has been approved, and the Multicultural Festival 

Committee is well on its way to putting together a great show 

for the residents of Crossroads and beyond. The Calgary Folk Arts 

Council has heard about us and has agreed to provide dance groups 

from over ten different countries, as well some returning favorites. 

The International Buffet is also taking off with some of our regular 

sponsors, Spolumbo’s Fine Foods and Deli and those fabulous samosas. 

The Resource Fair will have lots to see and do. 

So come have a bite to eat, get some henna and get ready to be entertained. 

Since this year doesn’t have an evening show, we have been 

focusing our energy to bring you a fun filled day. Saturday, May 25, 

2013 from 11am to 4pm. Remember to mark your calendars! If you 

want to get involved, please call Shannon at 403-470-1972 or e-mail 

ccamulticulture@gmail.com 

Block Watch 

Contact: 

Jim Johnson: 403-277-0841 - 19 St. backing 9A Avenue (25 homes) 

John Abramchuk: Captain and Co-Captain – north side of Millar 

Rd. starting from 712 – 816, south side of Macleay Rd. starting from 

711 – 815 and west side of Munro Dr. starting from 2104 – 2116. 

(25 homes). 

Cheri: ½ 19 St. backing Mackid Rd. (28 homes) 

Marilyn: 19 St. backing 18A – 10 Ave. – 14 Ave. – 10 Ave (approx. 

30 homes) 

Carol: (Vista Heights) – 403-250-3238 – 4 blocks that desperately 

need help! 

Stay Tuned for a 

Community Book Drive! 

~ submitted by Vista Heights Youth Council 

The Vista Heights Youth Council is planning a community book 

drive in the month of April. Stay tuned for details about where you 

can donate books and when we will be hosting a book give-away. 

The Vista Heights Youth Council is a group of youth in grades 5 

and up who want to help the community, make a difference, and 

have their voices heard. For more information on the Youth Council 

or the book drive, please contact Christine Lee at 403-366- 

3956, Christine.lee2@calgary.ca or Kirsten Hahn at 403-219-3477, 

khahn@aspenfamily.org. 

Scouting News 

~ submitted by Crossroads 36 Scout Parent Committee 

As usual, we would like to thank you all for your continued support! 

If you have any questions at all about the Crossroads Scouting 

program or our upcoming events please contact Inga at 403-286- 

1249. 

Continued on page 8 


April 2013

Building Alberta: Budget 2013 delivers responsible change 

Budget 2013, presented on March 7, delivers responsible change for Albertans. It strikes a balance between delivering for Albertans today and 

ensuring success for Albertans 20 years from now when five million people will call our province home. 

Budget 2013 is a big step in the direction we need to go as a province. As we continue to feel the impact of the bitumen bubble, our budget 

will maintain our investment in core programs and services, while putting us on a path to spend smarter, live within our means and work on 

expanding markets and getting higher prices for Alberta’s resources. We will not raise taxes, but instead challenge every dollar government 

spends through results based budgeting and holding the line on salaries for public service managers and MLAs. We have embarked on 

important and necessary structural change to government and our choices are focused on ensuring Albertans continue to receive the outcome 

they expect. 

We know Albertans expect us to save in good times and in bad. Budget 2013 will introduce an annual, legislated savings strategy for the 

province. Under our new savings plan, the province’s total savings in various funds – including the Heritage Savings Trust Fund – will grow to 

more than $24 billion over the next three years. This will ensure we’re leaving a legacy for the future generations. 

Albertans also told us to continue investing in needed infrastructure. The province will invest $15 billion into the infrastructure projects over the 

next three years, including $5.2 billion this year. We will continue building Alberta by investing in the schools, health facilities and roads needed 

in our communities and that will help our economy grow. 

This budget builds on Alberta’s strengths, our strong economy and our ability to stand tall in the face of challenges. It’s a responsible plan that 

will chart the future course of our province, ensuring the tough decisions we’ve made today bring prosperity for future generations. 

I encourage you to read more about Alberta’s provincial budget at www.budget 2013.alberta.ca 

Budget 2013: Calgary Highlights 

• $158 million is allocated for health projects and facilities 

• $60 million this year for the South Calgary Health Campus 

• More than $101 million for various housing programs, including family, seniors and special needs housing 

and homeless emergency shelters 

• Nearly $35 million for policing and more than $1 million for the Victims Program 

• $40 million in 2015-16 for University of Calgary Schulich School of Engineering expansion and renewal 

• $30 million between 2014-16 to Mount Royal University for a new Library and Learning Centre. No funding 2013-14 

• $19 million for the Foothills Medical Centre 

• $15 million in 2013-14 and $122 million over three years for the Peter Lougheed Centre 

• More than $254 million for infrastructure through the Municipal Sustainability initiative 

• $51 million for the Green Transit Incentive Program (Green TRIP) in the Calgary Region 

• $143 million for ring road construction and water infrastructure projects 

• Southeast Stoney Trail (total P3 project valued at $769 million) will be completed in the fall 2013 

ALBERTA 

As your MLA for Calgary-East, I am always available to 

assist constituents. If you have any questions or concerns, 

please contact me at my constituency office. - Moe 

Calgary East Constituency: 550, 2710 - 17 Avenue SE 

Calgary, Alberta T2A 0P6 

Phone: 403- 216-5450 Fax: 403: 216-5452 

E-Mail: Calgary.East@assembly.ab.ca 

Moe Amery, MLA 

Calgary East 


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April 2013

Crossroads Community News cont from page 7 

Ward 5 

Community Cleanup 

~ submitted by Duncan MacDonald 

Saturday, June 15, 2013 

Volunteers Needed! 

Contact: vistaheightsaction@gmail.com 

Calgary Police 

Recruiting Information 

Session 

Starts: Th u, Apr 18, 2013 - 06:30pm 

Ends: Th u, Apr 18, 2013 - 08:30pm 

Location: Calgary Police Service Westwinds 

Campus - 5111 47th Street NE 

Offi cers will be providing information 

about the organization, application process 

and recruit training as well as be available for 

questions. Th ey are looking to hire 4 recruit 

classes in 2013, which is almost 100 offi cers! 

Fostering safe 

communities… 

Street Smart Safety 

Recreation: Hockey nets, ski/snowboard/ 

skateboard ramps and basketball nets are not 

permitted on City streets, even temporarily. 

Obstruction: Do not place electrical cords, 

hoses or chains over a sidewalk. Do not place 

any material in lanes, streets, sidewalks or 

City right-of-ways. 

Vehicles: Vehicles parked on driveways may 

not block sidewalks or boulevards. Do not 

leave unregistered, uninsured vehicles on City 

streets or lanes.* A vehicle must be operable 

and moved within 72 hours or it may be considered 

abandoned and removed as such.* 

*Th is regulation is a part of Alberta’s Traffi c Safety Act and is enforced by the Calgary Parking 

Authority. 

Connect With Your Community! 

Crossroads Community Association has now surpassed the 100 mark for membership 

to our Facebook page. Check us out at http://on.fb.me/fqqjLG or search Crossroads Community 

Association. Also look for other ways our Community uses social media as a way to 

connect with residents and members. You can fi nd us at: 

LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/crossroadscommunity 

Facebook: http://on.fb.me/fqqjLG. or search Crossroads Community Association 

Twitter: @CrossroadsComm 

YouTube: CrossroadsCA 

Blog: http://crossroadscommunityassociation.wordpress.com/ OR http://bit.ly/dW67oz 

Instagram: #crossroadscomm 

Follow us and keep up to date in the very latest information on events and goings-on in 

Crossroads. 

COMMUNITY CALENDAR 

April 2013 

07 ........ Crossroads Community Association Meeting, 7 pm at the Hall 

12 ......................................... Teen Night 7 pm – 9:30 pm in the Upper Hall 

12 ............................... Good Food Box Pickups in the Multipurpose Room 

14 ................................................ Tea Party, 2 pm – 4 pm in the Large Hall 

15 ................................................ Vista Heights Action Committee meeting 

19 .......................................... Family Movie Night, 7 pm – 9 pm at the Hall 

26 ......................................................Pub Night, 7:30 pm in the Upper Hall 

May 2013 

05 ........ Crossroads Community Association Meeting, 7 pm at the Hall 

17 .......................................... Family Movie Night, 7 pm – 9 pm at the Hall 

31 ......................................................Pub Night, 7:30 pm in the Upper Hall 

What first time homebuyers need to know 

Please RSVP by April 26 by contacting 

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CROSSROADS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP FORM 

Please make cheques payable to: 

Crossroads Community Association 

PO Box 37027, Mayland Heights N.E. 

Calgary, AB T2E 8V1 

Please check appropriate box: 

Family $15 Senior $10 

Name ______________________________________________________________________ 

Address ____________________________________________________________________ 

Postal Code __________________________________ Phone ___________________________ 


April 2013

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CHOICES: Public, Private 

or HOMESCHOOLING? 

Their eager little eyes watch as the books are passed out. They pick 

up their pencils and are ready to begin. What will they learn today? 

Whether children are attending a public school, charter school, private 

school or home school, they may not know or care about the differences 

between the various educational options available in Alberta 

but parents sure do. 

There are four different types of “schools” in this province – public, 

charter, private and home school. What is a school? According to 

the School Act, a “school” means a structured learning environment 

through which an education program is offered to a student by (i) 

a board, (ii) an operator of a private school, (iii) an early childhood 

services program private operator, (iv) a parent giving a home education 

program, or (v) the Minister. Let’s look a little closer one of these 

CHOICES – HOMESCHOOLING! 

Why do Families consider homeschooling? 

One of the common reasons why many families choose to home 

school – that is, to achieve better morals, values and a more cohesive 

family unit. Other reasons might include special needs or academic 

reasons. Many find the classroom too crowded or that their children’s 

needs are not being addressed. There are as many unique reasons 

why families choose this option as there are families! 

What do I need know? 

There are basically two further choices – (1) Parents can opt for 

“school-directed” program which can include online options, distance 

education, fully aligned, etc. (2) Or they can design their own education 

program with little or no support from the school. Each option has 

its own legal requirements. 

Funding and Support? 

The Alberta government recognizes HOMESCHOOLING as a legal 

choice for families and supports this option! To receive government 

funding you need to register with a recognized authority before September 

30 of each year. It is through the school authority that funds 

are received and distributed according to their internal policies. It is 

also the school authorities’ duty to ensure that the requirements are 

being followed. 

But your provider (authority) can do so much more. They can supply 

support, tutoring, student classes and enrichment, parent workshops, 

diagnostic testing, fieldtrip opportunities and so much more! 

How do I find out more? 

The Phoenix Foundation has helped start hundreds of homeschooling 

families on their educational journey. We can help you too! We are 

conveniently located at 320 19 Street SE, Calgary. We are open to all 

learners from kindergarten to grade 12. For more information, please 

call us for a tour and tea or visit our website! 

403-265-7701 or 

www.phoenixfoundation.ca 


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A Lo Ba 

with Jerry Rourke 

Welcome back to Part 22 of our historic feature in the Crossroads Convenor. Every month we 

will feature an excerpt from our Journey Through the Crossroads history book. Last month we 

looked at Belfast School and the 80th Anniversary celebrations. This month we will look at the 

Crossroads 36th troop and the Beaveree held June 5th, 2010. I had the privilege of driving my old troop from Lethbridge, 14th McKillop to Calgary, 

where, to my surprise, we ended up at the Crossroads Hall. 

I have heard there are other residents and former residents who would like to submit their stories as well. I welcome any and all fresh stories to 

our feature. Does anybody remember the old mink farms at the end of 14th Ave? How about the old Greenhouse? Also, I have been in contact with 

residents who know Lillian Mayland, but I have lost their contact info. If you are reading this, please contact me at the number below; I would very 

much like to publish some new stories and pictures of the Mayland family! This will be your opportunity to do so, please submit your stories and 

pictures of the past growing up in the community to my email address: jrourke1@shaw.ca or call me at 403-601-5141. 

Crossroads group #36 had a humble beginning in the spring of 

1965, with the boys registered in Cubs and John Nachtigal and 

James Stone as the first Cubmasters. By the 1965-66 season, there 

were 2 Cub packs, with Pack “A” registering 37 boys, meeting in the 

small hall and “B” pack with 39 boys meeting at Ascension Lutheran 

Church and one Scout troop with 12 boys. By the fall of 1966, there 

were 69 Cubs, 31 Scouts and 3 Venturers registered! Beavers were 

introduced in the Crossroads area soon after they began nationally 

with 18 boys registered in 1972-73; Florence Palmer was the first 

Beaver leader. In 1986 we registered between 50-60 boys from ages 

5-13 in Beavers, Cubs and Scouts. 

Early Crossroads Beaver (mid 80’s) 

Since the inception of Scouting in the Mayland/Belfast 

Communities, the Crossroads Community Association has been the 

Group’s sponsor. Earliest meetings were held in the original small 

hall; in 1986, the halls are used 3 nights weekly for Beaver, Cub and 

Scout meetings. New neckerchiefs in the community colors of green/ 

The Participants! 

Courtesy of Valerie Burke 

CROSSROADS #36 

Courtesy of Doris Lesick 

gold were introduced in 1983 to reflect the Community Association’s 

sponsorship. 

Taken from the 25th Anniversary Connector: 

In 2005, there were 6 Beavers lead by Doug Elson and Cathy 

Gageun, 10 Cubs lead by Marilyn Johnson, Allen Shortt and Shelley 

Scheerschmidt and 8 Scouts lead by James Johnson and Bernie 

Klauth. The group commissioner is Jim Johnson. 

MCKILLOP 14TH TROOP 

In 1955 McKillop Church opened and started their troop shortly 

after in the hall of the McKillop United Church in Lethbridge. 

Beavers now meet every Thursday 

doing a variety of activites and 

camps throughout the year. They 

have 3 active leaders, but usually 

have 5-6 to handle 25 Beavers 

in the troop. I remember myself 

going to Cub car rallies, tieing 

knots, going to Jambourees and 

billeting to Great Falls with a 

troop at Maelstrom Air Force 

Base. Camping was usually held 

at Camp Impeza, Writing on 

14th McKillop Cubs and Beavers (1980?) 

Guess which one is me? 

Courtesy of Jerry Rourke 

Stone and Drumheller, that was back in the old days, when just boys 

joined! Now it is open to both genders. Even though I was never a 

Beaver, it was fun watching these youngsters as they rode the limo to 

Calgary for the Beaveree, something they will never forget. Thanks to 

Valerie Burke for taking lots of pictures! 


April 2013

BEAVEREE 2010 

Th e Beaveree in June brought these troops together for the fi rst 

time. Th is is an annual event in the Crossroads Community that just 

happened to catch the eye of Debbie Conlon as something they could 

do for their Beaver year end trip. What a coinincedence! I grew up 

and lived and went to church in the McKillop area of Lethbridge and 

then end up living in the Crossroads Community in Calgary writing 

their history book. What are the chances of me actually driving my 

old troop to my new community in Calgary? As you can see the kids 

had a fantastic time; we left the church bright and early and arrived 

shortly before a little rain. 

Join me next year for another installment of “A Look Back”, our 

‘Journey Th rough the Crossroads’ feature. 

Outside of our Limo 

Courtesy of Valerie Burke 

Our precious Cargo! 


Beaveree! 


Upper Hall - Seats 60 

Pool table, shuffl eboard, foosball and air hockey 

plus kitchen and bar facilities. 

$350 plus $350 dd 

Stags: $500 plus $500 dd 

Large Hall- Seats 200 

Kitchen/bar facilities and projector with screen. 

$600 plus $600 dd 


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457-4126 or email: placusta@me.com 

CLEANING SERVICES 

TLC CLEANING, Licensed, Insured, 

Bonded, WCB Covered, excellent rates 

and references, enviro friendly options too! 

Free estimates, call Carol at 403-614-8522 

ONLY PERFECT CLEANING SERVICES 

References/Bonded. Free est. Non-abrasive, 

ph-neutral, biodegradable supplies + microfibre 

cloths for top quality residential cleaning. 

Call (403) 719-4052 or (587) 434-0798. 

Experienced, reliable, bonded residential 

cleaner accepting new clients. 

Please call Natasha at 403-999-3603 

Liz Home Cleaning, taking new clients, 

weekly-monthly. Spring clean-ups available. 

Call Liz at (403) 200-3085! 

COMMUNITY FUNDRAISING 

Local Casino Advisor 

Lea has 16 years of experience 

as a Casino Volunteer Advisor. 

Call Lea Lapka 403-277-4499 

lealapkaadvisor@gmail.com 

DOG KENNEL SERVICES 

WINDCREST 

KENNELS 

(403) 285-9303 

243190 RAINBOW ROAD 

Serving Calgary for over 23 yrs! 

EAVESTROUGHING 

Tony Peterson Eavestrough 

Free estimates, prompt service, quality work 

Call Tony 403-230-7428 (Since 1990) 

ELECTRICAL SERVICES 

Airdrie Electric Ltd 

Serving Calgary & Airdrie area 

“Service that won’t shock you!” 

Everthing around the home & business... 

Maintenance • Renovations • Construction 

Residential • Commercial • Industrial 

Licensed • Bonded 

(403) 968-1377 

Free Site Visit & Basic Inspection 

Certified Master Electrician 

RANDY SPRITT 

Over 30 years experience! 

HANDYMAN SERVICES 

HEALTH & WELLNESS 

Easy tips improving your life & body image! 

Watch your life change & improve easily 

and effortlessly! Call 403-689-4076 today! 

HELP WANTED 

Seek caring person, interested in health & 

wellness. Call David at (403) 276 – 3364 at 

Blue Bottle Pharmacy. 149 - 17 Ave NE. 

Calgary Elks Golf Club - Turf Care Dept. 

Full / PT available. Includes golf privileges 

& year end bonus. Email resumes to: 

csteiner@calgaryelks.com 

P//T office help wanted in Mt Pleasant. 

8-12hrs/week, general office duties. E-mail 

inquries only. healingchange@shaw.ca 

HOME IMPROVEMENT 

Tub tired looking-hard to clean-don’t like the 

color? Call Obe / Arlene at BathMaster for 

all refi nishing needs! Call 403-293-4810 

or calgary.bath@bathmaster.com 

GARDEN & LAWN SEVICES 

WEEKLY LAWN CARE(cut-trim) 

& Junk Removal Services! 

Call 403-650-1699 

CASH 

CHEQUE 

Classified ads must be prepaid 

Call 403-276-8108 to book your ad. 

PAINTING SERVICES 

HATE PAINTING? We love it! 

We also do repairs and small 

renos to make your home more 

functional and more beautiful. 

Call us for reasonable rates 

and careful detailed work. 

Insured, with +15 years experience! 

403-830-4453 

dage@shaw.ca 

PILATES 

Pilates, Tuesdays, 7:30 pm at Renfrew 

Baptist Church, 1204 Renfrew Dr. NE 

$5 drop-in. Everyone welcome! 

CLASSIFIED ADS 

WORK 

...FOR YOU! 

PLUMBING SERVICES 

Superior Plumbing - Journeyman Plumber 

Gas fitter. Bathrooms/Hot Water Tank/etc 

No job too small! 403-477-9754 

superior.plumbing@hotmail.com 

WORK FROM HOME 

Stop settling for less than your best. 

Earn a second monthly cheque. 

For free CD, call 877-858-3006. 

11 GREAT COMMUNITIES - 1 LOW PRICE! 

‘TEXT ONLY’ 

CLASSIFIED ADS 

First three lines .............$79 

Each additional line ....+$15 

BOLD font ...................+$15 

Custom font .........+$20/line 

3 editions: 10% OFF 5 editions: 15% OFF 

10 editions: 25% OFF 

Text ads only. Prices do not include GST. 

CLASSIFIED DISPLAY ADS (BOXES) 

Regular Size - 1 edition ................. $119 (+GST) 

Regular Size - 5 editions ............... $479 (+GST) 

Regular Size - 10 editions ............. $899 (+GST) 

Large Size - 1 edition ..................... $169 (+GST) 

Large Size - 5 editions ................... $699 (+GST) 

Large Size - 10 editions ............... $1299 (+GST) 

Frequency discounts have been applied to multi-edition display rates. 

E-mail: ellisevansdesign@shaw.ca or phone 403-276-8108 


April 2013

Honouring 

their life with you. 

For over a century, The City of Calgary 

Cemeteries has supported Calgarians 

with care and compassion. 

Queen’s Park Cemetery and Mausoleum 

offers burial space, cremation interment, 

and entombment options in peaceful, 

natural, park-like surroundings. 

For more information visit 

calgary.ca/cemeteries 

or call 403-221-3660. 

2013-0264 

calgary.ca | contact 311 

2013-0264 Cemeteries Insertion Date: 

2013-0264 Cemeteries Community News3.65x4.85.indd 1 

Community News Ad April/Sept 2013 

CSA: M. Haugen 

Writer: N/A 

13-03-07 8:07 AM 

Publication: 

Size: 3.65" x 4.85" Designer: M. Bird 

Ellis Evans Design 

and More 

Prints: Black 

P/A: M. Zielinski 

St. Alphonsus 

Fine Arts School 

928 Radnor Avenue N.E. 

Kindergarten 

Information Evening 

Wednesday, April 24, 2013 at 6pm 

Our School Offers: 

• Full and Half-Day Kindergarten Program 

• Italian Language & Culture Program (K-8) 

• Reggio Inspired Elementary Program (K-6) 

• Specialized Fine Arts Junior High (7-9) 

• Catholic Education 

• Junior High Athletics Program 

St. Alphonsus School focuses on excellence in 

learning and enriched fine arts development. 

Junior High registration is on-going. Please contact 

403-500-2016 for tour times and information. 


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Bridgeland’s 

Fashion Boutique 

All new fashions - all the time! 

403-508-2033 

New Shoes • New Dresses 

New Skirts • New Jeans 

New Handbags 

New Jewelry 

New Tops 

36 - 4th Street NE 

1½ blocks north of Memorial Drive 

on southbound Edmonton Trail. 

Mon: Noon-6pm 

Tues to Thurs: 11am - 7pm 

Fri: 11am-5pm 

Sat: 10am-6pm Sun: Noon-4pm 

FREE On site Parking!

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