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CONTENTS

7 PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

9 A MESSAGE FROM YOUR VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR

10 TERRY FOX

11 BULLETIN BOARD

12 PROGRAMS AT EDGEMONT COMMUNITY CENTRE

14 BOOMER DANCE PARTIES

15 PET OF THE MONTH

16 YOUR CITY OF CALGARY: OFF-LEASH AMBASSADOR PROGRAM VOLUNTEER RECRUITMENT

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WHAT’S HAPPENING AT ECAPresident’s MessageBy Paul Clark

By the time this message arrives we will all be in the throes of preparation for the Holiday Season. Your ECA Board wishes you well at this special time of the year.

One usual aspect of preparation is getting your house in order and decorated. The ECA Board is no different in this regard.

Among our efforts, we have focussed on developing policies to support our up to date bylaws. We have dedicated a portion of each board meeting to ratify a number of new policies. We are sprucing up our Com-munity Centre. Work is underway to develop a survey to gather your input on the state of our community and future needs. Once conducted we will dedicate a Spring Workshop of the Board to understand and respond to your input.

Meanwhile at our Fall Workshop of the Board, which will have taken place by the time you receive this message, we plan to conduct a check of progress in our execu-tion of ECA Vision 2022 established earlier this year, and in particular the nine SMART Objectives developed to achieve our vision. These objectives are as follows:1. Develop and execute a stage-wise strategy by 2019 to maximize the benefits of all our ECA assets.2. Fully develop the “Super Supporter” program with the proper organizational structure and operating model to accommodate by 2018.3. Using a prioritized and staged process develop a comprehensive ECA policy manual by 2019.

4. Develop and conduct a comprehensive survey to gain understanding of the community’s wants and needs. Process the survey output and develop/imple- ment corresponding programs and activities by 2018.5. With proper establishment of a baseline and value model developed, triple the ECA membership level by 2020.6. Develop the strategy and appropriate policy to cover the operation of our current and future programs plus our relationship to affiliate organizations and service providers by 2018.7. Launch a program to investigate and revamp our current communication channels by the end of 2017and develop a communication strategy to align with our Vision 2022 direction by 2018.8. Have a comprehensive beautification strategy for all common use areas of Edgemont in place and operat- ing. Specifically: a. LEAF Program successfully operates beyond the current 2020 timeframe b. Signage strategy fully operational starting in 2018. c. Strategy for common fencing, natural and recre- ational spaces developed by 2019. 9. Develop a fulsome strategy to target extended rela- tionships and gain maximum benefits from leveraging/ partnering by 2018.

Structural and operating models in support of Objec-tive 2. will be focussed on at the Fall Workshop.

As you can see we have much on our plate and welcome your support and engagement. Again, our best wishes for the Holiday Season.

Paul D. ClarkPresident, Edgemont Community Association.

EDGEMONT COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION33 Edgevalley Circle NWCalgary, AB – T3A 4X1Phone: 403.239.1211 | Fax: 403.547.5799office@edgemont.ab.ca | www.edgemont.ab.caFacebook: Edgemont Community Association Twitter: @EdgemontCAInstagram: edgemontcommunity

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IMPORTANT NUMBERSALL EMERGENCY CALLS 911

Alberta Adolescent Recovery Centre 403-253-5250

Alberta Health Care 403-310-0000

AHS Addictions Hotline 1-866-332-2322

ATCO Gas – 24 Hour Emergency 403-245-7222

Calgary HEALTH LINK 24/7 811

Calgary Police – Non Emergency 403-266-1234

Calgary Women’s Emergency Shelter 403-234-7233

Child Abuse Hotline 1-800-387-5437

Kids Help Line 1-800-668-6868

Child Safe Canada 403-202-5900

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HOSPITALS / URGENT CARE

Alberta Children’s Hospital 403-955-7211

Foothills Hospital 403-944-1110

Peter Lougheed Centre 403-943-4555

Rockyview General Hospital 403-943-3000

Sheldon M. Chumir Health Centre 403-955-6200

South Calgary Urgent Care Health Centre 403-943-9300

South Health Campus 403-956-1111

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Calgary Humane Society 403-205-4455

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SeniorConnect 403-266-6200

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City of Calgary 311

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A Message From Your Volunteer CoordinatorJeff Edwards • 403-616-6480 pastor@nwcchurch.ca

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN EDGEMONT

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays, Edgemont!

It’s December and we are again doing Christmas ham-pers for a number of families in our neighbourhood. We are accepting donations at the ECA office. Please have all items to us by December 11th. Food donations, pres-ents, and gift cards are welcome. Ask at the office about other suggested items. We will be wrapping presents on Saturday December 16th at 9AM and delivering the hampers that afternoon. If you are interested to help out with wrapping or delivering, please contact me.

Here are the other volunteering opportunities for De-cember and beyond:•Snow Angels - Clear snow and ice from the sidewalks

of their neighbours who may be less able to do it themselves. Let me know if you are interested (or if you are already doing it!)•Ice rink volunteers –Do you like to flood, shovel, or

generally hang out at the rink? We need you! Just email me at volunteers@edgemont.ab.ca.•Friday Foodbank deliveries – We deliver food to

needy families in the NW at 10AM Fridays. If you have wheels and an occasional Friday morning open for a good deed, let me know and I’ll get you on my email list.•Wednesday Breakfast Club – 7AM Wednesday mor-

nings a number of volunteers serve around 50 hungry kids breakfast before they head off to school. This is a very important and well-loved program. Would you like to donate or help out? It’s easy.•The Children’s Cottage (childrenscottage.ab.ca) and

the Sheldon Kennedy Child Advocacy Centre (shel-donkennedycac.ca) need new washable quilts and receiving blankets to give to the children in their pro-grams. Maybe you like to sew, or want to make a few Christmas quilts? Contact me for more info.

•The Edgemont Networking Group (ENG) is a group of individuals and representatives from the schools, community organizations and churches in Edgemont that meet once a month to learn what is happening in the community and to work on projects together. Volunteers are welcome.•Edgemont Youth Press – The EYP teen team is writ-

ing articles for this newsletter. Calling all interested teens…•Casino fund-raiser coordinator – This is a great job

and very rewarding.•Volunteer email list – Whenever something new

comes up or there’s a special event, I email it out. Con-tact me to get on the list.

Thanks Edgemont. Joy to the world and love your neighbour!

Jeff Edwards

33 Edgevalley Circle NW, T3A 4X1Phone:403-239-1211• Fax:403-547-5799•Email:office@edgemont.ab.caWeb:www.edgemont.ab.ca• Facebook: Edgemont Community Association Twitter:@EdgemontCA•Instagram:edgemontcommunityBusiness Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pmVOLUNTEER BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2016/17

Paul Clark President president@edgemont.ab.caBrett Redpath 1st Vice President buildingadmin@edgemont.ab.caAl Leach 2nd Vice President areaplanning@edgemont.ab.caJohn Wither Secretary secretary@edgemont.ab.caJane Broda Treasurer treasurer@edgemont.ab.caBrett Plaizier Communications /

Inside Edge Submissionscommunications@edgemont.ab.ca

Jo-Ann Wither LEAF leaf@edgemont.ab.caDora Lam Director director2@edgemont.ab.caJane Coates Director director4@egemont.ab.ca

EDGEMONT VOLUNTEERSVACANT Special ProjectsVACANT SafetyJeff Edwards Volunteer Coordinator volunteers@edgemont.ab.ca

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VACANT Casino Coordinator edgemont_volunteers@outlook.com Lori Trieu-Low Edgemont Elementary Rep. 403-239-1211Asha Nenshi NathooEmily Gvozdenovic

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Leaf Program Report

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN EDGEMONT

Our 2017 LEAF year was quite a suc-cess. We were very pleased the weath-

er co-operated and helped the plantings grow to massive sizes. It was so nice to see all the lovely colours blooming well into the fall.

There have been some new concrete slabs placed on some of our medians and boulevards in preparation for the new spring pot additions.

Helen, the City LEAF crew, and I have been busy planning the 2018 LEAF season. We can-not make definitive plans until after the City LEAF transition meeting which takes place at the end of October. We will report on the tran-sition plans in the coming newsletters and on our web site.

A lot of time, effort and community money goes into the planning and executing of the Edgemont LEAF program. We have noticed that some of our garden and pot plantings have gone missing and have had to be replaced a few times. We ask the community to report any incidences to askleaf@edgemont.ab.ca.

We would also like to remind the community to call 311 to report any graffiti, illegal sig-nage or any other bylaw infractions. The City of Calgary has a comprehensive list of bylaws on line for our residents to access. The City encourages these calls as it is the only way they have proof of community infractions and needs. Going forward these calls help the City with future community requirement planning.

2017 is coming to an end and the LEAF team would like to wish everyone a very happy holi-day season.

Happy New Year 2018

The LEAF team,Jo-Ann & Helen

If you were taking a walk by the Edgemont ravine on the afternoon of Sep-tember 21st, you would see approximately 700 Tom Baines students and staff running, jogging or walking in the memory of Terry Fox.

Terry Fox was a Canadian hero who ran across Canada on a prosthetic leg to raise money for cancer research. His dream of raising $1 for each Canadian was finally accomplished after countless, challenging days of running when his Mara-thon of Hope fund came to a total of $24.17 million on Feb-ruary 1st, 1981. Unfortunately, the bone cancer that he had originally been diagnosed with in his leg had spread up to his lungs and he had to end his run. He passed away on June 28, 1981. However, thousands of schools across Canada and the world take part in the Terry Fox run each year. At Tom Baines, we’re proud to participate in the Terry Fox run to communicate his message and inspiring story of hope and perseverance.

Many students were new to our school, city, or country this year and for many of them, this was their very first Terry Fox run experience. They got to learn about Terry, and as 8th grade student Jana Dureale explained, “He had a goal, want-ed to do it and never gave up.” Students learned about the importance of perseverance and never giving up on what they’re passionate about. Although it was below 0 degrees and snowy on the day the run took place, everyone agreed that it was a fun event and that they would do it again next year. Karen Luo, who is from China, said that the run was in-credibly special for her as it was her first time seeing snow!

We all got to experience just a small fraction on that day of what Terry Fox had to experience during his marathon. You can visit www.terryfox.org for more information or to donate.

Terry FoxTom Baines Community Liaisons – Emily and Asha

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WHAT’S HAPPENING AT ECA

ECA Board Meeting dates for 2017:December 18Jan. 15, 2018Feb. 19, 2018Mar. 19, 2018

Annual General Meeting (Open to the public; voting by Voting Members only)Apr. 25, 2018

All Board meetings are held at the Edgemont Community Centre at 7:00pm, unless otherwise noted.

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children LEARN along with having FUN in building bricks!When: Wednesday Evening 6 -8 PMWhere: Edgemont Community AssociationWho: director@play2learn.ca@Play2LearnEdu in Facebook/Twitter/Instagram on Twitter

Children’s Kung Fu ClassesThe Canadian Wing Chun Kung Fu Academy presents Children’s Kung Fu classes for Self Confidence, Self Defense, Anti Bullying, Fitness and Fun.Classes: Tuesday 4-6pm and Saturday 12-2pm.Separate classes for children 4-6, 7-9 and 10-12 years of age.For registration and inquiries email at: sifusien@wingchun-canada.com or call 403-243-6608 for more information.

PROGRAMS FOR ALL AGESOne Step Ahead Dance Studio Ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop. Adult and youthContact: Melinda @ 403-247-3607

LifeSongYogaClasses for the whole family.Gentle Yoga- Tuesday 2pm-3pmCore Conditioning - Friday 9am-10am Family Yoga- 1st Saturday of the month

For more classes, info and registration: www.lifesongyoga.caContact: Wanita@lifesongyoga.ca

KarateYouth and Adults Contact Doug at 403-560-4508

Bunbukan KarateSensei Alan Colter, has been teaching all ages and skill levels for more than 16 years, and is a Chief

Youth instructor at the U of C since 2007. Wed. 6-9:30 pm all year long.Variety of classes and levels, all welcome, try a class FREE. Contact: Alan Colter at 403-274-3535 Email: info@bunbukan.ca.www.bunbukan.ca

Bollywood DancingMonday 7:30-8:30pmMind, body and soul exercise program.Adults and children.Contact: 403-246-5739Email: contact@sparqproductions.com

Lynda Burgess YogaPrenatal Yoga - Wednesdays 6:05pm-7:20pmEase discomforts, stretch your body and build strength while preparing your body and mind for your upcoming birth.

Mom and Baby Yoga - 9am-11:30amThursdays 10:30-11:30amGently restore and strengthen your body and relieve discomforts while spending quality time with your baby.

For more information and registration please visit  www.lyndaburgessyoga.com

Pound Fitness ProgramUsing Ripstix®, lightly weighted drumsticks engineered specifically for exercising, POUND® transforms drumming into an incredibly effective way of working out. This exhilarating full-body workout that combines cardio, conditioning, and strength training with yoga and pilates-inspired movements. Designed for all fitness levels and appeals to men and women of all ages and abilities.

The first class, January 10th, will be a free class for all, after that drop-in rates are $15/class. 10 class punch cards will also be available for $125. Call 403-870-9201 or email llfish90@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/1572973836067689/

PROGRAMS FOR ADULTSLearn SpanishTake the challenge of learning Spanish.For details, pricing and class schedules: www.spanishmania.ca or 403-475-6162

ToastmastersEvery Saturday from 9:30am to 11:30am Contact: Shaila Khanspeakersedgetoastmaster@gmail.com

Alcoholics Anonymous Meet every Friday 7pm-9pmContact: ECA 403-239-1211

Zhan Fitness(in Mandarin)Tues. 7:15 – 8:30pm email zhanwendy@shaw.ca

NW Chinese Senior Support Group of CCECA卡城華人耆英會西北關懷小組Drop-in for those who are 50+ and speak Chinese (Cantonese/Mandarin).Singing, dancing, exercise, news reporting, sharing games and pot luck.Contact: 403-269-6122

Silk Road Chinese Folk Dance Class NEW CLASS Thurs 6-8 pm silkroaddance88@gmail.com403-510-9059

Al-Anon Family GroupMeets every Thursday 10am - 11am.Contact: ECA 403 239-1211.

Registration for our programs is ongoing.PROGRAMS AT EDGEMONTCOMMUNITY CENTRE

CHURCH SERVICESNorthwest Community Church (nwcchurch.ca) Sundays 10:30am -Noon Contact: Pastor Jeff Edwards @ 403-616-6480Email: pastor@nwcchurch.ca

Calgary True Light Gospel Church(卡城真光福音教会)Mandarin service every Sunday at 10:30AM.Contact: Pastor Chris Xu 587-703-8443

CHILDCAREEdgemont Edusarc Before and after school ageprogram servicing the Edgemont Elementary SchoolPlease call Judy at 403-241-0131 or email edusarc@gmail.com.

Kaleidoscope KidsPreschool for ages 3-4 years.Mon – Fri. Starts Contact: 403-547-1020www.kaleidoscopekidspreschool.com

PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN & YOUTHScouts Contact Ross at 403-208-8778 or Neil James 403-288-2705

Flourish Yoga Yoga classes for youth and teens Contact Krista at 403.874.4127 Register: www.flourishyoga.ca

Rhythmic Gymnastics Wednesdays h.palmer@shaw.ca for info

Philatelic Society Youth stamp collecting

Meets 2nd Saturday/month Contact: ECA at 403-239-1211

The Casey O’Loughlin Academy of Irish Dance Saturday mornings, 9:15 -10:00am for ages 4 and up.For more information or to register, 403-520-0059Email:caseyoloughlin@academy.com

Art drawing classThursday, Saturday, Sunday classesfor ages 5 and up. Includes cartoon, sketch, watercolor painting.www.calgary.icoc.cc or call 587-889-8685

First Serve TennisJeff 403-441-6870www.firstservetennis.ca

Sportball Tuesday 9:45-11:30am & 4-6pmChildren ages 2-8 yearswww.sportball.ca/Calgary

Drawing@YoungRembrandtsWed 3:45 -7pm for ages 3.5 to 12Brand new Fall session! With over 25 years of experience and our unique step by step drawing process, students can expect a fun, new lesson every week and improved art skills. Parents can expect increased attention to detail, improved fine motor skills, discipline, persistence and patience. Call 403-457-3729 or calgary@youngrembrandts.com.

Music with Joyce: Cantonese music class - adapted from “The Music Class (TMC)” program.

For infants to preschoolers. Each class has between 6-12 students,

siblings welcome.Each session is animal themed and runs for 10 weeks. Class is 45 min long. www.MusicWithJoyce.com.Fridays, 6:30 – 8:30 pm

Edgemont Soccerwww.edgemontsoccer.ca

Northside Soccerwww.northsidesoccer.ca

Mavericks Footballwww.mavericksfootball.ca

Calgary Minor Basketball Associationwww.cmba.ab.ca

Skating RinkSkating rink at John Laurie Park adjacent to 7081 Edgemont Drive NW: Summer use includes basketball, street hockey, roller blading, skateboarding and bike riding.

Play2LearnPlay2Learn Education is a new education provider who aims to bring STEM educational program with high tech facilities and new entertainment methodology to boys and girls in local communities. Play2Learn Education 8-Week FunNight LEGO Challenge Program in Edgemont is one of the most popular programs we are running right now. With LEGO® Kits, students (age from 6 to 11) grasp a better understanding of the fundamentals of physics and engineering concepts, and mathematics knowledge, can better interpret basic arithmetic learned in school with an intuitive active learning process. This is a FUN class where

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Pet’s Name: Wheels

How did you pick his name? He’s really fast and we liked Degrassi when we were younger.

What breed is your dog? Labradoodle

What’s his favourite treat? Wheels loves all food! His favourite treats are Dentastix and Tomatoes.

Tell me a funny story about your pet: One time, Wheels’ grandparents were staying at our house. They had all of their vitamins on the bedside table. When he was home alone, Wheels found the container of Fish Oil pills, chewed it open and all the whole bottle of pills! He smelled like fish for a whole month! His fur has never been softer though.

What are your pet’s favourite things to do? Wheels loves anything outside: going for walks, hiking, cross-country skiing and even sitting in a swing! Sometimes Wheels rides in a backpack and then runs beside the mountain bike in Nose Hill.

How old is your pet? Wheels is 6 years old.

Anything else we should know about your pet? Wheels is a pet therapy dog. We volunteer at The Alber-ta Children’s Hospital through PALS (Pet Access League Society), www.palspets.com.

If you would like your pet to be the Pet of the Month in the next issue of Inside Edgemont, please emailBrettatcommunications@edgemont.ab.ca.

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For more information or to register please contact:Sameena Arif | 403-263-4414, ext 159 sameenaa@ciwa-online.com

My Community My Home Program offers senior immigrant women a place to build friendship, develop community support and reduce social isolation through:• Bi-weekly group sessions• Intergenerational activities• Mini hands on projects• Mentoring opportunities• Field trips and guest speakers

Free childcare is provided for children between 6 months and 6 years old.

My Community My Home

www.ciwa-online.com

My Community My Home Groups 2017

The 2018 Edgemont

1World Event is being planned

right now! Watch here

next month for details.

The 2018 Edgemont

1World Event is being planned

right now! Watch here

next month for details.

Editors’ NoteThe editorial board of Inside Edgemont consists of:

Brett PlaizierECA Board of Directors, Communications

Edgemont Board of Directors

Unless otherwise indicated, all editorials are pro-duced by the ECA Editorial Board.

The compilation of material submitted to Great News Publishing is the responsibility the Newsletter Committee newsletter@edgemont.ab.ca. and must be provided one month in advance. Material for the July issue must be submitted by May 23rd; August issue by June 23rd.

Visit our website for current news on ECA activities.

Our website and social media accounts are evolving under the direction of Brett Plaizier, communications@edgemont.ab.ca.

Website: www.edgemont.ab.caFacebook: Edgemont Community AssociationTwitter: @EdgemontCAInstagram: edgemontcommunity

Make your voice heard. Share your views. We are listening.

Letters to the Editor are welcomed:1. Keep your letter to 200 words maximum.2. Include your name and contact information.3. You may be edited for space and to ensure a

balanced and respectful tone. 4. Publication is not guaranteed.

Inside Edgemont appears online on www.edgemont.ab.ca about a week before it appears in your mail box.

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Off-Leash Ambassador Program Volunteer Recruitment Edgemont is home to four off-leash dog parks, the City of Calgary is recruiting volunteers to participate in the Off-Leash Ambassador program.

The Off-Leash Ambassador program is an innovative approach with a volunteer-based, citizen-led initiative to promote responsible pet ownership in Calgary’s 150 off-leash parks.

Volunteers in the program will: •Promote responsible pet ownership, positive pet inter-

actions and safety in off-leash areas through the provi-sion of information and demonstrations •Answer questions regarding Calgary’s bylaws in off-

leash areas •Act as positive role models in off-leash parks in terms

of adhering with Calgary’s bylaws •Provide an avenue for citizens to express concerns and

pass along concerns to City staff •Promote the work of Calgary Community Standards

and the services available at the Animal Services Cen-tre, such as animal adoption and licensing

Ambassadors will receive training to familiarize them-selves with bylaws, canine body language, as well as tactics to communicate with the public.

Visit us at: www.calgary.ca/offleashvolunteer.

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NEPTUNE PLUMBING & HEATING LTD: Qualified jour-neymen plumbers/gasfitters, very experienced in Edge-mont. Upfront pricing. Reliable, conscientious, fully guaranteed. Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. 24-hour emer-gency service, call 403-255-7938. “Showering you with great service.”

RIGHTWAY PLUMBING AND HEATING: Has been happily serving the Edgemont area with quality work, happy clients and fair pricing; with second generation experience, there is no job we can’t handle. Furnaces, softeners, garburators, appliances, humidifiers, faucets, water heaters,  bathroom renos and gas lines also! In-stalled with great warranties. Call 403-968-6630.

DO YOU NEED AN EXTRA SET OF HANDS? C & L Helping Hands can provide them! We offer handy-man services, personal assistant, kitchen helper, cleaning and much more! Email: cl@clhelpinghands.ca. Call Craig or Laurie at 403-880-7125 or 403-510-8551.

TIRED OLD CABINETS!? PAINT THEM! Professionally sprayed cabinets turn out smooth as silk in as little as 3 days. Call Josh for a quote today! 403-369-7534.

HOME BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY: Clinicair is the lead-ing provider of indoor air quality and medical grade duct cleaning services in Canada. We are looking for a dealer in Calgary to represent our growing company. We offer a royalty-free business. Clinicair supplies you with the latest technology and training. Call Craig: 1-416-277-6067.

NEIGHBOURHOOD CONFLICT? Community Mediation Calgary Society (CMCS) is a no-cost mediation and con-flict coaching service that can help you resolve problems and restore peace! We help neighbours be neighbours again! www.communitymediation.ca, 403-269-2707.

LOOKING FOR A LOCAL PROFESSIONAL ELECTRICIAN? FCC Electric will efficiently assist with your commercial projects from service, repairs, maintenance to retail development. We also specialize in residential trouble-shooting, renovations, inspections, service changes, smoke and CO alarm upgrades as well as attractive land-scape and security lighting options around your home, deck or shop. 65+ discount. For free estimate, call 403-462-8801.

JEFFREY ELECTRIC: Friendly professional electrical ser-vice for your next residential project, large or small. City Qualified Trade, Master Electrician, insured, licensed, certified, bonded. Very competitive rates for quality electrical work. Service panel upgrades from 60 amp to 200 amp. Sub-panels, aluminum rewiring, custom kitch-ens and basements. Free estimates. www.cejelectric.com or call Clayton at 403-970-5441.

LONDONDERRY PAINTING AND DECORATING: Inte-rior painting: walls, ceilings, wood trim, wallpaper ap-plication and removal. Exterior painting: house, garage, fences, decks, including fence and deck repair. Seniors receive a discount. For a free estimate call Howard at 403-226-3456.

OFFICIAL PLUMBING & HEATING: Home of the $25 service fee. Lower service fees, better warranties. Spe-cializing in residential service and installs. Services in-clude furnace service and replacement, hot water tank service and replacement, leaks, clogs. Licensed and in-sured. Why wait? Call today and get it fixed today! Avail-able 24/7, we accept debit/VISA/MasterCard. Call/text 403-837-4023.

OUT ON A LIMB PROFESSIONAL PRUNING: Tree and shrub pruning, shaping and restoration. Tree removal and stump grinding. New tree and shrub selection and installation. Fertilizing and insect pest management. Licensed & Insured. Journeyman Landscape Gardener and certified Arborist. Call Jim at 403-265-6965 or email outonalimbprofessionalpruning@live.ca.

PERSONALIZED CLEANING SERVICES HAS CHRISTMAS GIFT CERTIFICATES! Order now and get $50 off! Imagine…they walk into their home, clean, fresh, and spotless. They breathe a sigh of relief; now they have the time to do what they really want to do! It’s simple, just call, text, or email Kim at 403-875-6219 /info@pcscalgary.com and mention this ad. Also visit us at www.pcscalgary.com.

SECURE HOME WATCH SERVICES: Going on a winter holiday? Away one week or a few months? Semi-retired professional will check your (house/condominium)! Insurance requirements? Insured and bonded. Enjoy your holiday in comfort. Call Kim 403-547-8955 for details and rates. Thank you!

TILE, HARDWOOD, LAMINATE, CABINETS, CONCRETE WORK, PAINTING, PATIOS: Ultimate Construction has been in business for over 24 years. We are licensed and insured. “Fine Italian craftsmanship.” We will seriously work within your budget. Call Franco at 403-804-0141 or 403-295-7442.

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Shear Image welcomes Libby Henniger to our incredible staff!Master Stylist in the industry since 1989. Journeyman Certificate Red Seal - 2002

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EDGEMONT 2017 STATS # SALES AVERAGE PRICE

Bungalow 17 $562,715

Two Storey 109 $661,158

Split-Level 4 $408,438

Townhouse 6 $446,181

Condo 6 $213,667

Villa 5 $546,900

TOTAL 147

Average Days on Market 30 Days

The Phoenician

• 3rd floor, 2 bedroom / 1.5 bath condo • mountain & city views, adult 18+, balcony • cork floors, 2 U/G parking, granite & quartz

Walk to LRT

• 2 bedroom+den condo, quartz & laminate • insuite laundry, South-facing, 2 full baths • 2 U/G parking stalls, city & DT views

Extensively Renovated

• Maillot 3 bedroom two storey walkout • Brazilian cherry floors, granite, 2 fireplaces • fully finished, gourmet kitchen, upgrades

Newer Roof

• sunny 3 bedroom+loft Shane two storey • vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, granite • West backyard, newer siding, by schools

$339,900

$789,900 $569,900

Hawkstone Manor

• fully finished 3 bedroom two storey condo • white kitchen, hardwood, gas fireplace • close to transit, clubhouse & tennis courts

Golf Course Lot

• fully finished 3 bedroom+den walkout bung • A/C, hardwood & tile, granite, solarium • heated 3 car garage, skylights, views

Heated Garage

• renovated 4 bedroom bi-level, fully finished • white kitchen w/quartz counters, 2 full baths • fireplace, newer windows/roof/flooring

$464,900

313, 5201 Dalhousie Dr NW 133 Hamptons Square NW 509, 55 Arbour Grove CL NW 218 Hawkstone Manor NW

25 Edgeford Way NW 130 Scenic Park Crescent NW 8317 Edgebrook Drive NW

$869,900 $269,900 $319,900

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Royal LePage Benchmark308, 5149 Country Hills Blvd. NW, Calgary, AB

Backs on Ravine

• custom 4 bedroom two storey, 3 fireplaces • finished walkout, hardwood & granite • newer roof, maple kitchen, mountain views

$949,900223 Silver Hill Way NW

SOLD!