Stay busy this winter with our neighbourhood events, fundraisers, and programs! To stay informed:
• Join our Membership Base for email updates (sent sparingly).
• Follow us on Instagram @chph.ca and Facebook @CHPHcommunity for announcements.
City of Calgary Updates
Create More Memories, Less Waste This Holiday Season
The holidays bring joy—and extra waste. We generate about 25% more this time of year from wrapping paper, packaging, and leftover food. Small changes can make a big impact:
• Give experiences instead of things. Time together creates lasting memories.
• Make or repurpose gifts. Handmade or passed-down items tell a story.
• Wrap creatively. Reuse bags, bows, or wrap with fabric.
• Shop with purpose. Plan ahead and choose thoughtful gifts.
• Reduce food waste. Stick to a grocery list, use leftovers, or send extras home with guests.
Christmas Tree Composting
When the holidays are over, give your real Christmas tree a green goodbye by choosing one of the following options:
• Green Cart Pickup: Remove decorations, cut into small pieces, and place in your green cart.
• Drop-Off (until January 31): Take your undecorated, unbagged tree to a designated site.
Find locations at calgary.ca/christmastree.
Holiday Collection Changes
Please note blue, black, and green cart pickup date changes in your community!
• Thursday, December 25 – moves to Monday, December 22
• Thursday, January 1 – moves to Monday, December 29
Regular Thursday collection resumes January 8. Check your schedule at calgary.ca/cartschedule.
Thank you for helping keep Calgary clean and green. Happy Holidays!
Current Community Programs, Events, and Fundraisers
Here’s a sneak peak of what is to come for the holiday season! We will be updating our website with more details as we plan these events. Please refer to the website for more information or email [email protected].
Santa Photos
Tuesday, December 9
5:00 to 7:30 pm
St. Martin’s Church (1009 Prominence Way SW)
Santa’s coming to Coach Hill Patterson Heights! Join us for a fun night of crafts and holiday cheer!
The event is free. Santa Photos are extra: $10 for CHPH members and $15 for non-members. Cash only.
Check out our website for more information.
Learn to Skate
Registration for Learn to Stake opens on December 6 at noon. We will be offering two programs on Saturday mornings from January 10 to February 8.
1. Learn to Skate Kids
10:00 to 10:45 am
$35 for members and $50 for non-members
2. Learn to Skate Adults
11:00 to 11:45 am
$50 for members and $70 for non-members
See our website for more information and to register!
Community Updates
Farm Stand Fridays
Farm Stand Fridays ended for 2025 in October. Thank you to everyone who came out to support this initiative. We heard from residents that having local fresh options that they could walk to was very helpful. By supporting the stands, you are not only helping support local Alberta farmers but also your neighbours. We hope that the City continues with this program so that we can offer it again in 2026.
2025 Wrap Up
Thank you so much for all your support over the past year. We held several fundraisers to support community programs and events like Learn to Play Pickleball, Yoga in the Park, Movie in the Park, Community Cleanup, and more. We could not have done it without your support! If you have suggestions for upcoming events, fundraisers, and programs that you would like to see in 2026 please email us at [email protected].
We hope you have a Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and Happy New Year! Best wishes into 2026.
The CHPH Board
Click here to the Coach Hill Community News home page for the latest Coach Hill community updates.
Click here to the Patterson Community News home page for the latest Patterson community updates.
