Highwood Community Association

11/15/2023

🍪New Volunteer Opportunity🍪

Do you love the holiday season and decorating cookies? Come volunteer with Made by Momma at the Cookie Kitchen!

Made by Momma is thrilled to have the opportunity to organize the Cookie Kitchen at Southcentre Mall! And we’re going to need lots of holiday elves to help make it a huge success.

Our goal is to raise $20,000, which will provide 8,190 lbs of Holiday Food Hampers for vulnerable families in the community.

Volunteers are needed to hand out cookie kits for guests to decorate on-site or at home in exchange for a donation to Made by Momma.

Do you have a couple hours to spare to help make this unique family-friendly fundraiser extra special?

Youth age 12 and older may volunteer in the same shift with a parent or guardian.

Sign up today for a daytime, evening or weekend shift! Volunteers are needed from November 15th through December 24th, with the greatest need in November.

https://bit.ly/cookiekitchen

11/15/2023

🎅 Writing a letter to Santa? Always include a return address, and mail your letter by December 7! For more details: https://ow.ly/Hgsa50Q7BYb

11/02/2023

The HCA Moms group is once again supporting the Backpacks for Street Teens Drive. This year will be year 27.
They are looking for donations of new or gently used backpacks suitable for a teen.
Other needed new items include:
Socks
Gloves & toque
Individual transit tickets
Shampoo
Soap and soap holder or body wash
Toothbrush holder and Toothpaste
Deodorant
Small first aid kits
Notebooks
Pens
Fast food gift cards
Chocolates or candy
Tissue packets
Reuse-able water bottles
Christmas dinner cost
or anything else that you thinks a struggling teen would need.
Cash donations also gratefully accepted to purchase items not received by donation.

Please text or call 403-289-9329 if you would like to help out and to make arrangements for drop off or pickup.
Ideally all donations should be in by Nov. 24 so that the packs can be prepared.

10/27/2023

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Guidelines of Holding a Membership:• People who have a residence WITHIN the boundaries of Highwood hold a Voting membership.• People who have a residence OUTSIDE the boundaries of Highwood will receive a Non-Voting Membership.• ID with current address may be required fo...

10/27/2023

Advance tickets are now available for the Halloween Party.

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10/27/2023

Volunteer Drivers Needed!
Sign up today and help deliver food to our vulnerable neighbours.

https://emails.calgarycommunities.com/link/c/YT0yMzMzNzIzNjYyNDM3MzI0ODg2JmM9bzh0NyZlPTAmYj0xMjI4NjQzMTk2JmQ9ZjV5N3Yzag==.vFvYlCs7I-srNM0YKBjOevJBw8JvcgkuhENNydBAzsM

Please email Dionne Hemsley at:

[email protected]

Calgary Meals on Wheels believes everyone deserves to be well-fed, and we ensure all Calgarians have access to affordable, nutritious meals, no matter what challenges they face. Our volunteers play an essential role by delivering our meals and community connection to hundreds of clients throughout o...

10/17/2023

Whether you are eagerly awaiting it or dreading it, the snow is coming!
This means that we are looking for new community members to participate in our Snow Shoveling Program for the 2023-4 winter season.

• Are you a senior or a person with a disability who would like help keeping your sidewalks clear this winter? (Or do you know someone like this?)
• Are you a student 12 or older who would like to help your neighbours?
• Are you able to assist in coordinating the program?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, we want to hear from you!
Please email us at [email protected] for more information or to sign up!

10/14/2023

Get ready to boogie at the Highwood Halloween party on Oct 28th from 6:30-11pm! Free with donations to the or $5 per person. Always a fun night out with your neighbours, and there are great prizes to be won for best costumes! See you ghouls there 👻 Volunteers are needed so please click on the link to sign up!
https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fvolunteersignup.org%2FWMXPF%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR1TQhTlHOh8GTBxo3UNZ8LLyIag8SFj8Riod24OmwQjgiP9Q1A4C9wkafo&h=AT0aS-uV-HxNiNXtVhbVKSLzygCJ5DcJPwiNTqZlak-H1gyidFHqDq6bUu7uZULuCsL4-_-KKnqQ1xF4wDICbJkxDwPAL9cr9XY9YjiT7T3zYnbbZlV8wZZg6fVw8tHfxSChEs4WjGps

10/07/2023

09/22/2023

Good morning,
Here is some important information from the City of Calgary!
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The City and developers each pay for a portion of off-site infrastructure in new communities. This helps pay for new infrastructure needed to build complete communities and provides the developer with the necessary infrastructure to move forward with constructing a community!

The City of Calgary periodically reviews and updates the Off-site Levies Bylaw to ensure the bylaw and off-site levy charges are current. Off-Site Levies accommodate to the Calgary’s infrastructure needs and costs, and responds to changes in the economy and pace of development.

Through the review process The City has changed the way they calculate off-site levy rates. New calculations have been used to generate off-site levy rates for 2024. Your feedback is needed on the new calculation and draft off-site levy rates! Here’s how you can participate:

Online survey
Dates: September 18 until October 6, 2023
Location: https://engage.calgary.ca/OffsiteLevies

Virtual workshops
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: Microsoft Teams

RSVP here:
September 27: https://oslworkshop1.eventbrite.ca
or
September 28: https://oslworkshop2.eventbrite.ca

For more information about the Off-site Levies Bylaw please visit engage.calgary.ca/offsitelevies

Through Off-site Levies we're enabling growth and development to build a great Calgary. We're updating the Levies to ensure the Bylaw and charges are current.

09/02/2023

COME OUT TO OUR TOWN HALL!!

Wednesday September 6, 7pm

Thorncliffe-Greenview Main Hall, 5600 Centre Street N

Plan on at least one person per family attending this town hall.

You must be in attendance to win an early-registration prize during our draw.

09/02/2023

Hello Highwood friends.
Now that we are into September, this marks the start of Highwood Community Association's new fiscal year meaning all previous Community memberships have expired. Start making plans now to renew or purchase a new membership and help the community to continue to provide programs and facilities for the greater community.
Don’t forget our upcoming casino. If you have some time on your hands please consider volunteering.

08/31/2023

UKULELE JAM!
Wednesdays
12:30 to 2:30pm
$30.00pp
Sept. 6 to Dec. 13
Everyone Welcome
Info/register: [email protected]

08/16/2023

Lesson Availability Aug. 21 to 25
Parent & Tot - 11 to 11:30
PS 1 or 2 - 10:30 to 11
PS 3 - 11:30 to 12
Sw 1 or 2 - 10 to 10:30 and 12:05 to 12:35
Sw 3 or 4 - 12:05 to 12:50 and
6:00 to 6:45
Sw 4 - 11:15 to 12
Sw 5 or 6 - 10 to 10:45, 12:05 - 12:50, 6:30 to 7:15
Swim Patrol - 11 to 12:15

08/16/2023

August 28 to Sept. 1 Lesson registration link:
https://form.jotform.com/230608965093260

08/16/2023

Make it a date night and Sign Up Here for Highwood's upcoming casino. This 2 day event is a huge source of fundraising for our community.
Thank You in advance.....
https://volunteersignup.org/C7LXP

08/16/2023

Stage 1 Outdoor water restrictions in effect for Calgary
https://www.calgary.ca/water/customer-service/stage-1-outdoor-water-restrictions-in-effect.html

The City of Calgary is calling on all Calgarians to limit their outdoor water use. These restrictions apply to all homes and businesses.

Residences and businesses are allowed to use their sprinkler, soaker hose or in-ground sprinkling system during specific days and times based on their address.

Please follow the outdoor watering schedule that is listed below.

- Individual units or residences
Use the last digit of your house or unit number.

- Multi-unit properties
Use the street address of your building.

- Even number addresses (ending in 0,2,4,6,8)
For example: 32 31 Avenue S.W.

You can use your sprinkler for a maximum total of two hours during the following days/times: Wednesday or Saturday - 4 a.m. - 7 a.m.; or 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.; or 7 p.m. - 10 p.m.

- Odd number addresses (ending in 1,3,5,7,9)
For example: 2355 22 Street N.W.

You can use your sprinkler for up to a maximum total of two hours during the following days/times: Thursday or Sunday 4 a.m. - 7 a.m.; or 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.; or 7 p.m. - 10 p.m.

The following outdoor water use is allowed any day and any time:
- Do
Water gardens, trees and shrubs with a:
watering can
a hose with shut-off spray
watering wand that automatically shuts off when not in use

- Do
Water new sod (planted within 21 days) or lawn seed (planted within 45 days) with a sprinkler or hose.

- Do
Fill an outdoor pool, hot tub or wading pool.

Please try to use a pool cover to keep water clean and prevent evaporation.

- Do
Use water for construction purposes, i.e. grading, compaction, or dust control.

Actions not allowed during water restrictions
The following outdoor water use is not allowed:

- Don't
Wash your car with water in the driveway or street.
Bringing your car to a car wash is okay.

- Don't
Fill fountains or decorative water features.

- Don't
Clean exterior building surfaces.

Don't
Use water to wash sidewalks, driveways or walkways.

As an alternative, use a broom to clean hard surfaces.

Don't
Wash outdoor windows.

08/14/2023

Thanks to a generous grant from KidSport and the Alberta Government, McKnight Hockey Association is able to host a free program we have called Intro to Hockey.

This program is aimed at children who have little to no experience playing hockey. We will be offering 2 hour sessions, divided into age categories based on number of registrations – U7, U9, U11, U13, U15/U18. Each session will contain:

-30 mins of off ice warm up (in the gym).
-30 mins to change into protective equipment and skates.
-60 mins of on ice instruction
– provided by long standing McKnight Hockey Coaches.

In our program we will focus on basic skills including skating forward, stopping and shooting. If ability permits we will have a mini scrimmage towards the end of the ice time.

Once registered you will receive an email with confirmation on the time slot your player has been assigned to.

All participants at a minimum must wear skates, helmet (no bicycle helmets) and gloves/hand protection, full hockey equipment is recommended but not required. If the participant does not come with the minimum equipment, then they will not be permitted on the ice.

A team of McKnight Hockey volunteers will on site for the duration of the program to answer your questions about Hockey programs here in Calgary!

Any questions can be sent to Andrea at [email protected]


Register Here: https://go.teamsnap.com/forms/390063

08/14/2023

Don’t forget Highwood Outdoor Pool has Public Swim tonight and tomorrow evening 7:15 to 8:45pm.

08/03/2023

August 7 to 11
Swim Lesson Availability

Patent & Tot - 11:00 to 11:30am
PreSchool 1 or 2 - 10:30 to 11:00
PreSchool 1 - 11:30 to 12:00
PreSchool 4 or 5 - 10:30 to 11:00am
Swimmer 1 or 2 - 10:00 to 10:30
Swimmer 1 - 11:00 to 11:30
Swimmer 1 or 2 - 12:05 to 12:35
Swimmer 3 or 4 - 6:00 to 6:45pm
Swimmer 4 - 11:15 to 12:00
Swimmer 5 or 6 - 10:00 to 10:45
Swimmer 5 or 6 - 12:05 to 12:50
Swim patron (rookie, Ranger or Star) 11:00 to 12:15
www.highwoodoutdoorpool.com

07/29/2023

Highwood Outdoor Pool is partnering with Bowview Outdoor Pool to offer a ....

INTERMEDIATE FIRST AID CPR C/AED COURSE
AUGUST 8TH & 9TH

Intermediate First Aid CPR C/AED (previously known as Standard First Aid) will be offered at Highwood Outdoor Pool

When: August 8th and 9th from 8am - 4pm.

Cost: $130.00

Capacity: space for 12 people

Register:

Hillhurst Sunnyside Community Association offers HSCA membership cards, event rentals, recreational programs and private pool rentals.

07/24/2023

Don't forget In addition to our daily time slots between 1:00 and 6:00pm we also have a one every Monday and Tuesday evening 7:15 to 8:45pm. Its the perfect time for a relaxing swim.
www.highwoodoutdoorpool.com

07/19/2023

💦We have a few lesson spots left for July 24 to 28.... 🏊‍♀️🏊‍♀️
Book now at www.highwoodoutdoorpool.com

Bronze Medallion - 7:00 to 11:30am
Parent & Tot - 11:00 to 11:30am
PreSchool 2 or 3 - 10:00 to 10:30am
PreSchool 4 or 5 - 10:30 to 11:00am
Swimmer 1 - 11:00 to 11:30am
Swimmer 1 or 2 - 10:00 to 10:30am
Swimmer 3 - 11:15 to 12:00pm
Swimmer 3 or 4 - 10:00 to 10:45am
Swimmer 3 or 4 - 12:05 to 12:50
Swimmer 5 or 6 - 10:00 to 10:45am
Swimmer 5 or 6 - 12:05 to 12:50
Swim Patrol (Rookie, Ranger or Star) - 11:00 to 12:15

07/15/2023

Staff are all ready for the community pool party. See you there. 10-12:30. Some tickets still available at the door.

07/11/2023

📝 EVENT SAFETY TIPS 📝

Many of Calgary’s summer events include family-friendly activities that draw big crowds. With lots of people & lots of exciting things to see & do for kids, missing children happens more than you think.

Prepare for a safe & fun day out with your kids with these helpful tips:
🗺 Choose a meeting place
🧠 Make sure they know your first & last name
📞 Memorize your phone number
🖊 Write your phone number on their arm or leg if they are younger/unable to memorize it

06/25/2023

Howdy Neighbors, Highwood is having a stampede party. Hope to see you there!

06/24/2023

HOP Evening Swim Lessons - June 26 - 30
Swimmer 1 or 2
https://highwoodoutdoorpool.getomnify.com/ #!/service-detail?type=classpack&id=20082
Swimmer 3 or 4
https://highwoodoutdoorpool.getomnify.com/ #!/service-detail?type=classpack&id=20221
Swimmer 5 or 6
https://highwoodoutdoorpool.getomnify.com/ #!/service-detail?type=classpack&id=20222

Highwood Outdoor Pool is offering Swim For Life - Swimmer 5, 6 (26th June - 30th June 6:05 PM - 6:50 PM) | Find registration details

06/18/2023

Last minute lessons opportunities
June 19 - 23
Preschool 2, 3, 4. 12:30pm-1:00pm
https://highwoodoutdoorpool.getomnify.com/ #!/service-detail?type=classpack&id=20071

Private Lesson. 12:30pm-1:00pm
https://highwoodoutdoorpool.getomnify.com/ #!/service-detail?type=classpack&id=20245

Preschool 3, 4. 6:00pm-6:30pm
https://highwoodoutdoorpool.getomnify.com/ #!/service-detail?type=classpack&id=20076

Swimmer 5, 6. 6:05pm-6:50pm
https://highwoodoutdoorpool.getomnify.com/ #!/service-detail?type=classpack&id=19509

Swimmer 1,2. 6:30pm-7:00pm
https://highwoodoutdoorpool.getomnify.com/ #!/service-detail?type=classpack&id=20081

06/18/2023

A guide on how to book your public swim tickets this summer!

06/17/2023

🔎 NEED TO IDENTIFY 🔍

We are asking for the public’s help to identify a vehicle believed to be involved in a hit-&-run that took place in the northwest earlier this week.

📍 On Monday, June 12, 2023, at approximately 12:05 p.m., a 61-year-old woman was struck at the intersection of Fourth Street & Northmount Drive N.W.

At the time, it is believed a vehicle described as a light-coloured Jeep Wrangler was travelling southbound on Fourth Street N.W. & proceeded to make a right turn onto westbound Northmount Drive N.W.

At the same time, the victim is believed to have been walking in a marked crosswalk when she was struck.

The driver of the Jeep, a man in his 30s, exited his vehicle, walked up to the woman & advised witnesses on scene he would call 9-1-1. He instead ran back to the vehicle & drove away.

The woman sustained serious injuries & was transported to hospital.

We continue to investigate & are asking witnesses or anyone who may have information about the incident or the Jeep.

Information?
☎️ CPS: 403-266-1234
🛑 Calgary Crime Stoppers

⚖️ Case #: CA23248344 | 5639

🌐 newsroom.calgary.ca/police-seek-help-to-identify-vehicle-involved-in-hit-and-run/

06/14/2023

Thank you for you for your patience while we have been working on sorting out the issues for lesson registration.
Swim Lesson registration link

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