AGM Recap
At the 2024 AGM, held September 11, 2024, at the hall, we had approximately 20 community members attend to hear a presentation from the board, as well as comments from MP Ron Liepert and Councillor Richard Pootmans. Highlights include:
• Recognition of the many events hosted by the GGMCA in our newly re-opened hall
• The hiring of three staff
• Opening of the Seedlings Early Learning daycare
• Near completion of financial matters related to the multi-year hall renovation with a grant surplus that can be stewarded and 50/50 matched to support certain additional upgrades and program supports
• The importance of volunteers to cover shifts at our casino to raise over $30,000 for the community association
• Increasing membership, driven in parts by tennis and courts participation
• New opportunities for membership engagement and volunteering on enhancements of the property around the hall, such as the Naturally, Glendale project proposal.
Welcome to the 2024-25 GGMCA Board
At the AGM, outgoing President Chris Welner was warmly recognized for his 20-year involvement with the community in many roles. Outgoing board members Kendra Horosko and Mike Meredith were also thanked for their time on the board. We look forward to continuing to work with all of them in their off-board capacities as we continue to make sure Glendale is the best little town in the City.
We were pleased to elect the following community members to the 2024-25 GGMCA Board:
• President: Myles Trawick
• Vice President: Amanda Saigeon
• Second Vice President: TBD at next board meeting
• Treasurer: Shane Duthie
• Secretary: Laura Nixon
• Members-At-Large: Monika Smith (membership), Aaron Shannon (website, courts), Veronika Duska, Jessica Pedlow, Kent Viccars, Daryl Drainville and John Mar
Thank you to all of these individuals for giving their time and talents to steward the GGMCA so that we can continue to be a hub of information and engagement for Glendale residents.
Energy Efficiency
Thursday, October 3 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm
A workshop at the Bowness Community Association called Energizing Spaces is open to members of the Federation of Calgary Communities (FCC) and calgary community residents. Join the FCC, Green Calgary, and ENMAX to learn tips and tricks on how to increase energy efficiency in your home! Not only that, but you’ll receive an energy-efficient gift pack worth $100! Register at https://calgarycommunities.com/our-workshops/.
City Engagement
September 23 to October 20 is Phase four of the City of Calgary’s City Building Program, where the Zoning Bylaw and Street Manual will be shared for feedback. Visit engage.calgary.ca/citybuilding for more information.
City of Calgary Community Profile: Glendale
Did you know that a City website, https://www.calgary.ca/communities/profiles.html contains demographic information about the population living in private households? The information available is currently from the 2021 census, with the next census taking place in 2026. Information about the city and by ward is also available. In 2021, Glendale had a population of 2,715, with 16% being 14 years old and younger, and 18% being 65 years old and older. Average household family size was 2.5 persons. The majority of households speak English as a primary language, including households with First Nations and Métis identities, plus households speaking Arabic, Yue (Cantonese), Mandarin, Korean, Illocano, Russian, Dutch, Spanish, Tagalog, and Portuguese! According to the forecast, Glendale’s population is expected to grow at a lower rate than the City’s overall, but to still exceed a 20% population increase by 2042, compared to 2014.
Upcoming Events
Most events are free, and we ask that all participants have an active community association membership. Watch myglendale.ca/events for the following fun activities and to register.
• October 8 from 10:00 am to noon – Glendale Book Club is back! Join us the second Tuesday of each month at the hall from 10:00 am until noon. Check https://myglendale.ca/book-club/ for the upcoming titles or contact Manibh at [email protected]! The November’s title is The Girl Who Was Saturday Night by Heather O’Neil, and December’s is Seabiscuit by Laura Hillenbrand.
• Friday, October 25 – Kids Halloween Dance at the hall! See www.myglendale.ca/boo for more information.
• Saturday, November 2 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm – Glendale Craft Show and Sale at the hall! Vendor registration open until October 15; $35 per table. Contact Monika Smith, coordinator at [email protected].
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