W9 Stampede Breakfast Roundup!
With Stampede just around the corner, we’re sharing a roundup of pancake breakfasts happening throughout Ward 9.
If you have an event you’d like us to include, please email us at caward9@calgary.ca
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Volunteers Needed! Ramsay School Fundraiser
Ramsay School is hosting its annual Stampede Parking Fundraiser and have 51 volunteer shifts left to fill. Each shift is 3.5 hours long, a great chance to meet your neighbors, and includes all the free chips, water & bug spray you want.
All proceeds raised through the parking fundraiser go toward supporting kids at Ramsay School.
Find out more at www.stampedeparking.com/volunteer
Read MoreSled Island's Ramsay Block Party
Sled Island's Ramsay Block Party is a FREE family-friendly, all-day extravaganza that you don’t want to miss! Just like last year, the event will take place in Ramsay at the Lilydale Parking Lot (2126 Hurst Rd SE), and will feature live music, art, skateboarding, beer, cocktails, food trucks, and much more!
Saturday, June 24th from 12 - 9pm
Lilydale Parking Lot (2126 Hurst Rd SE)
FREE for all to attend.Sled Island's Ramsay Block Party is a FREE family-friendly, all-day extravaganza that you don’t want to miss! Just like last year, the event will take place in Ramsay at the Lilydale Parking Lot (2126 Hurst Rd SE), and will feature live music, art, skateboarding, beer, cocktails, food trucks, and much more!
Saturday, June 24th from 12 - 9pm
Lilydale Parking Lot (2126 Hurst Rd SE)
FREE for all to attend.
Ward 9 Jane's Walk Roundup!
Jane’s Walk 2023 is taking place May 5, 6 + 7. Calgarians of all ages are invited to participate in free walking tours throughout the city!
A global event inspired by and in honour of Jane Jacobs, an urbanist and activist who championed a fresh, community-based approach to city building. Jane believed that in order to properly observe how people, through their actions and interactions, create communities with a strong sense of belonging, we need to get out and walk the city.
Below is a roundup of the Jane’s Walks scheduled throughout Ward 9. Register today for walks in your neighbourhood.
Read MoreSpruce Up Inglewood and Ramsay: River and Community Clean Up and Picnic
Spruce Up Inglewood and Ramsay: River and Community Clean Up and Picnic
Volunteers and picnickers needed
Sunday, May 7
Clean Up 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Picnic 1:30 PM to 5:00 PM
Sign up to volunteer here, https://inglewood.getcommunal.com/.../volunteer.... Click on Volunteering at the top of the page to see the list of opportunities.
Read More10TH ANNUAL NEIGHBOUR DAY - SATURDAY, JUNE 17TH!
Neighbour Day started in June 2014 to celebrate the incredible outpouring of support and generosity of neighbours following the 2013 floods. Each year on the third Saturday in June, we continue to celebrate one of the things that makes Calgary such a great city — our strong and caring communities.
Now is the time to start planning! The 10th annual Neighbour Day will be held on Saturday, June 17 and provides the opportunity for Calgarians to celebrate our community spirit and kindness by helping to facilitate enjoyable activities for everyone!
Read MoreUpdate: 9 Avenue SE Road Closure - CP Rail Work
On weekdays beginning May 1st through to the 19th, 2023, CP will close 9 Avenue SE to vehicle traffic under the rail overpass in Inglewood from 7pm to 5am. Detours will be in place during these hours.
The south walkway remains open for pedestrian use.
The road closure is necessary to continue preemptive repairs to the rail overpass. This work was started in November of 2022.
For updates on this and future CP Rail projects near you, visit their community engagement site.
2023 Community Cleanup Dates
Community Cleanup events save residents a trip to the landfill for items that do not fit in their waste and recycling carts or for residents who do not have access to cart service. This service is free of charge to all Calgarians.
Please visit the City of Calgary Community Cleanup Website or reach out to your community association directly for the most up-to-date schedule of events.
If you are interested in volunteering to help out on the day of, please connect with your community association directly for details on how to get involved.
Read MoreCALLING ALL WARD 9 COMMUNITY LEADERS!
Ward 9 is working on a new map, sharing the story of the unique and diverse voices that make our great Ward 9 neighbourhoods thrive.
So - we want to know: who in your life embodies true community spirit? Who is working tirelessly to help their neighbours? Who shows up whenever they’re needed? Who is laying the groundwork to make life better for themselves and the people in their community? Maybe that person is YOU!
We are looking to showcase a diverse group of people that live, work, and volunteer in Ward 9, including people with different cultures, abilities, backgrounds, and life experiences.
If you or someone you know feels a passionate connection to your Ward 9 community and is willing to share a little bit about yourself for an opportunity to be highlighted through our various Ward 9 communication channels, we want to hear from you!
Read MoreRamsay Community Soccer
Ramsay Community Soccer is a volunteer-run program that provides non-competitive soccer for players ages 3 to 8. Age groups will be divided depending on the number of children registered. This is a fun program intended for kids to make new friends and learn a little about soccer at the same time. This league is sponsored by the Ramsay Recreation Committee and Community Association. Registration is now open until April 14th.
Read More6 STREET SE TRANSMISSION LINE RELOCATION - ENMAX OPEN HOUSES
In order to prepare for and accommodate the Green Line LRT and other City infrastructure projects, overhead transmission lines will need to be relocated, including along the 6th Street SE underpass.
Throughout December and January, ENMAX will be hosting four public drop-in open houses for the Victoria Park Transmission Line Relocation Project. The public is encouraged to attend to learn more and ask questions about the projects.
Read MoreWard 9 Council Food Drive!
Get ready! From December 1st - 11th, we will be collecting donations for the Calgary Food Bank as part of the Mayor’s Annual Food Drive.
Drop off non-perishable food donations at Bridgeland Market - 1104 1st Ave NE
Or, beginning December 1st, use the link above to donate monetary funds to the Ward 9 Food Bank Fundraising page.
Read MoreThe Alexandra Centre 2022 Christmas Hamper Program
Every year, the Alexandra Centre Society provides Christmas Hampers to those who are experiencing food insecurity issues within our community.
Their goal this year is to raise $40,000 - funds and collect necessities all go to support our annual Christmas Hamper Program.
You can donate either monetary funds or in-kind items. See the donation link and wishlist for in-kind donations below.
Read More9 Avenue SE Road Closure - CP Rail Work
On weekdays from 7 pm to 5am throughout November 2022, CP will close 9 Avenue SE to vehicle traffic under the rail overpass in Inglewood. Detours are in place during those hours.
The south walkway remains open for pedestrian use.
The road closure is necessary to conduct preemptive repairs to the rail overpass.
For updates on this and future CP Rail projects near you, visit their community engagement site.
Calgary Zoo - West Gate Closure
The Calgary Zoo’s seasonal West gate will close effective October 11, 2022. During the closure of West gate, eligible Calgary Zoo members who live in the communities of Inglewood and Ramsay are welcome to access the Zoo through the West Security entrance with their valid zoo membership AND special Community Pedestrian Pass.
If you don’t already have a Pedestrian Pass, please confirm your eligibility for the pass by emailing ward09@calgary.ca, including a photo of your valid zoo membership and proof of address.
Reminders for how members can gain special access to the zoo when the West Gate is closed
Valid only for Inglewood and Ramsay residents who are valid zoo members. Proof of Zoo membership and address will be required.
Valid only for Day Admissions – Daily 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (during West gate closure only)
To gain access through the Security entrance, members must present both a valid membership card along with a valid Community Pedestrian Pass.
Access will not be granted without the presentation of both cards
If membership has expired, access through the security gate will not be granted. The Security Team does not have the capability to capture payment or complete transactions; however, this can be done at the north entrance gate, online or over the phone.
Access applies to pedestrians only; there is no public parking available.
Members entering at the Security gate are only able to bring a guest if they have a valid Guest membership or the guest presents a valid day admission ticket.
Members are not able to bring guests who are non-members without a valid day admission ticket as Security does not have the capability to capture payment or complete transactions.
As the Security Team does not have the capability to capture payment or complete transactions, there will be no special access for any evening events including ZOOLIGHTS (apart from our Inspire members)
ZOOLIGHTS SEASON
Eligible members will only gain access through our Security entrance up to 3:00pm daily during the Zoolights season (please visit our website for updated gates and building closure information)
Apart from our Inspire members, there will be no special member access during our evening Zoolights season.
The West Entrance to the Zoo is expected to reopen in the spring of 2023.
Open House: Inglewood Station Mixed Use Facility
The City of Calgary is hosting two open houses in September - one online and on in-person. Meet the project team and learn more about the Inglewood Station project and supporting Land Use Redesignation application. These events are open to all and will include key information about the project and the process ahead, along with opportunities to ask questions and share your feedback with the project team and City of Calgary Planning staff.
Read MoreANIDA Food Insecurity Survey
All Nations International Development Agency (ANIDA) focuses on implementing poverty-alleviation strategies, operating in Canada, Jamaica, Ghana, Liberia and the Philippines.
This year, ANIDA reached a historic milestone in working to expand its operations to Calgary. To better assist communities, they are hoping to collect some opinions and feedback on food insecurity.
Residents in Alyth/Bonnybrook/Manchester, Bridgeland/Riverside, Inglewood and Ramsay are invited to respond to a brief survey regarding food access and security in your community. Your feedback will help better inform ANIDA’s response and future programming.
You can access the survey via the direct link (HERE) or by using the QR code on the poster above. Please submit your reply no later than July 8, 2022.
Free Outdoor Indigenous Concert - July 1, 2022
Join us for a free outdoor Indigenous Concert on July 1, 2022.
Featuring Wendy Walker and The Reconciliation Tribe, Cobra Collins, and various special guests!
The concert will also feature an Indigenous Maker's Market and local food trucks.
Wear an orange shirt, bring a blanket or festival chair, and come enjoy this community event.
Read MoreWood's Homes YCAP Market in Inglewood
Last week, the Ward 9 team had the pleasure of visiting the Youth Culinary Arts Program (YCAP) Market in the Inglewood Opportunity Hub.
A program by Wood’s Homes, YCAP was created to help fill a gap in alternative employment programs for multi-barriered youth in Calgary. YCAP teaches at-risk, unhoused youth (ages 15-29) employment skills in the culinary field - youth in the program receive 9-12 weeks of on-site training from Red Seal chefs, free of charge. A youth counsellor is also available to provide support with mental health, employment, housing, and to help teach important life skills.
Read MoreWinter Carnival in Inglewood
Saturday, March 12, 2022, from 10am – 5pm, join the Alexandra Centre Society as they host their Winter Carnival Event!
Stop by and take part in an outdoor scavenger hunt, live music, food trucks, art activities, and special performances. There are also some great prizes to be won, including a family membership to the National Music Centre, a Deane House Gift Card, Calgary Hitmen Tickets, and book prizes from Calgary Reads (just to name a few!) All attendees will also be eligible for discounted admission to Fort Calgary.
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