Town of Canmore Fall 2016 Community Guide

Town of Canmore

Community Guide Programs and Services l Fall 2016 Registration begins Monday, August 22 at 7 a.m.

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Town of Canmore

Community Guide Welcome to the Town of Canmore Community Guide!

This guide was created to provide you with comprehensive information about the Town of Canmore’s programs and services in one easy to use place. This guide provides information on Town courses offered from September to December 2016. It also identifies community services and information relevant to day to day life in Canmore. Helpful information for new residents and visitors is included in the General Community Information section. If you are looking for information on fitness classes, aquatic programs, recycling, parks, trails or special events, there is something for everyone in the guide!

Canmore Town Council Left to Right: Councillor Sean Krausert, Councillor Esmé Comfort, Councillor Vi Sandford, Mayor John Borrowman, Councillor Joanna McCallum, Councillor Rob Seeley, Councillor Ed Russell.

Photo by Colin Ferguson, Mountain Light Studio

2013 - 2017 Town Council All Council meetings are held in the Council Chambers at the Town of Canmore Civic Centre (902 - 7th Avenue). Agendas are posted to the Town’s website www.canmore.ca/Town-Council/Minutesand-Agendas.html on the Friday before the scheduled meeting. Live webcasts of Council meetings can be found on the website by clicking on “Town Council” then “Council Webcasts.” Recorded webcasts are available for viewing 24 hours after Council meetings. Council usually meets the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Tuesday of the month with additional meetings as needed. Meetings are advertised on the Town page in the Rocky Mountain Outlook and on the Town’s website.

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Program Registration Information

z Family and Community Support Services

Contact Information 2 4

z Bow Valley Parent Link

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z Canmore Public Library

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ArtsPlace

z Elevation Place Membership Information

Core Class Information

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z Preschool and Child & Youth Programs

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z Early Dismissal Friday Programs

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z Big Fun Day Camp Programs

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Winter Break Programs

z Elevation Place Fitness

42 Core Classes 43 Registered Fitness Courses 44

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Nutrition & Wellness

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Skating

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Languages

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z Elevation Place Climbing Gym

Core Classes Registered Climbing Programs

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Civic Centre Phone l 403.678.1500 Fax l 403.678.1534 Address l 902 - 7th Avenue Canmore, AB T1W 3K1 Canmore Recreation Centre Phone l 403.678.8920 (Elevation Place) Address l 1900 8th Avenue Canmore, AB T1W 1Y2 Elevation Place Phone l 403.678.8920 Fax Customer Experience Desk l 403.678.8934 Fax Recreation Services l 403.678.8935 Email l elevationplace@canmore.ca Address l 700 Railway Avenue Canmore, AB T1W 1P4 Public Works Phone l 403.678.1580 Fax l 403.678.1586 Address l 100 Glacier Drive Canmore, AB T1W 1K8

Town Facility Closures Fall 2016 Civic Centre and Public Works September 5, 2016 l Labour Day

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October 10, 2016 l Thanksgiving

z Canmore Recreation Centre

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Canmore Recreation Centre

z KidSportTM

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z Sustainability

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z Community Recycling Information

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z General Community Information

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z Parks and Playgrounds

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z Elevation Place Aquatics Centre

Core Classes Registered Aquatics Programs Professional Development Preschool and Youth Swim Programs

November 11, 2016 l Remembrance Day December 25, 2016 l Christmas Day December 26, 2016 l Boxing Day January 1, 2017 l New Years Day December 25, 2016 l Christmas Day Elevation Place December 25, 2016 l Christmas Day

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Registration Information

Program Registration Information Things You Should Know For Family Community Support Service (FCSS) program listing and registration information refer to page 4.

For Bow Valley Parent Link (BVPL) program listing and registration information, refer to page 12.

The Aquatic and Recreation Departments offer a variety of courses and programs for all ages. Please view the courses and programs listings starting on page 32.

Registration for ALL Aquatics and Recreation programs from September - December begins on

Monday, August 22 at 7:00 a.m.

Registration Dates Mark the following dates in your calendar: August 22 - 28 one week pre-registration period for Town of Canmore residents, MD of Bighorn residents and community members of Elevation Place. Open registration begins on August 29 to non-residents.

How to Register On-Line

Registering for Town of Canmore Recreation Services programs is convenient and good for the planet. Through on-line services you are able to view and register for up-coming recreation community classes, day camps and swimming lessons.

For first time users: in order to use this service, you will be required to create an account. Please send an email to elevationplace@canmore.ca, detailing the names and birth dates of you and your immediate family members, your home address, phone number and email address, or stop by the Elevation Place Customer Experience Desk. Once we have your information, we can provide you with your personal login and password and you will be able to get started with on-line registration.

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For repeat users: ensure that you have your on-line login and password ready for registration day.

To access on-line registration services: Visit www.canmore.ca and click on “Recreation & Facility” (listed under Residents on front page of website). Then click on Recreation Programs & Registration.

If you have any on-line registration questions, please call 403.678.8920.

By Phone Call 403.678.8920 and leave a message with your name, phone number and registration information. A customer experience representative will respond to your request and assist you with registration.

In Person or by Mail Complete a program registration form (located on our website www.canmore.ca, under courses and programs) and stop by the Elevation Place Customer Experience Desk in person. or mail the form to the following address: Elevation Place: 700 Railway Ave., Canmore, AB T1W 1P4 Customer Experience Desk hours of operation: Monday to Friday l 6:00 a.m. - 9:45 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday l 8:00 a.m. - 8:45 p.m.

Waitlist and Cancellation Policies Waitlist If a program is full, you may place your name on a waitlist (current contact information is required). There is no charge for this service. If a space becomes available, you will be contacted immediately. If your plans have changed and you decline, then the next person on the list will be contacted.

Cancelled Programs If a program is cancelled due to insufficient registration, a Customer Experience agent will contact you by phone to notify you that the class has been cancelled. At that time, patrons have the choice of a full refund or to leave the credit on the account to use towards future programs or courses.

Cancellation Policy Once a program has begun, no refunds or credits will be given unless it’s for medical reasons and the request is accompanied by a medical note. Refund requests prior to one week of the program start date are fully refundable. There are no refunds, transfers, or credits if you cancel within one week of the program start date.

Town of Canmore

Facilities Available for Booking Canmore Recreation Centre

Elevation Place

1900 - 8th Avenue, Canmore

700 Railway Avenue, Canmore

Ha Ling Conference Room

Room 119 (Adjacent to Pool)

Capacity: up to 25 seated, up to 35 standing l Size: 61 m2 Amenities: rectangular tables, plastic meeting room chairs, TV/DVD, Podium Options: meetings, presentations, workshops, birthday parties Rates: non-profit $14 per hour*; private $22 per hour*

Size: 41 m2 Amenities: sink Space Options: classes, meetings, birthday parties Rate: non-profit $17 per hour* Rate: private $25 per hour*

Lady MacDonald Community Hall

Room 212

Capacity: up to 120 seated, up to 240 standing l Size: 260 m2 Amenities: round tables, rectangular tables, banquet chairs, folding chairs, stereo, iPod connector, bar facility including: fridge, sink, ice machine and freezer. Commercial kitchen (at an additional cost) Options: meetings, presentations, workshops, banquets Rates: non-profit $23 per hour*; private: $50 per hour* Configurations: theatre, u-shape, classroom banquet (community hall only), conference, workshop, hollow square, wallflower Wi-Fi: available no charge throughout the Recreation Centre Available upon request at the time of booking: • AV cart: $20 per booking • Projector: $20 per booking • Screen • Flip charts: no charge • Whiteboard: no charge

*All rates plus GST.

Civic Centre 907 - 7th Avenue, Canmore

Atrium Capacity: up to 40 seated, up to 70 standing l Size: 128 m2 Amenities: rectangular tables, plastic folding chairs AV Equipment: TV Configurations: theatre, trade show setup, presentations, special events Rates: non-profit $20 per hour*, private $40 per hour** Wi-Fi: available no charge

Size: 71 m2 Amenities: fridge, sink, dishwasher Space Options: meetings, workshops, classes Rates: non-profit $28 per hour* Rate: private $41 per hour*

Atrium Size: 548 m2 Space Options: special events Amenities: stage Rates: non-profit $77 per hour* Rate: private $116 per hour*

Please note: • Room capacity depends on the type of room set up • Rectangular tables only • Free Wi-Fi is available throughout Elevation Place • Configurations: theatre, u-shape, classroom banquet (community hall only), conference, workshop, hollow square, wallflower Presentation extras available upon request at the time of booking: •

AV cart: $20 per booking Projector and conference phone: $20 per booking • P.A. system: $20 per booking • Flip charts: no charge • Whiteboard available in each meeting room •

*Rates plus GST

Plaza Capacity: up to 120 standing l Size: 340 m2 Amenities: rectangular tables, plastic folding chairs, power outlets Configurations: opening presentations, outdoor market set up, celebrations, special events Rate: non-profit: no charge* *Civic Centre bookings are subject to a Building Monitor at a rate of $23 per hour plus GST. **All rates plus GST.

For more information or to make a booking, contact: Facility Booking Coordinator at 403.678.7135 or facility_bookings@canmore.ca

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FCSS

Family and Community Support Services

FCSS

Family and Community Support Services

Information • Classroom

Presentations: FCSS provides options and responds to teacher requests for presentations at Elizabeth Rummel and Lawrence Grassi Schools.

Presentations include, conflict resolution, relationships, bullying, friendship, suicide awareness and prevention, honesty, telling/tattling and good touch/bad touch.

• Community Courses / Workshops: Grief workshops, Writing Personal Directives, Home Alone Safely, Board Development.

Support

Registration begins Monday, August 22 at 8:30 a.m.

To register for FCSS courses, please call 403.609.3743 What is FCSS? Canmore Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) is a cost sharing program between the Province of Alberta (80%) and Town of Canmore (20%) to provide preventive social programs in our community. Local autonomy is a cornerstone of the FCSS philosophy that allows local programs to develop services that meet unique needs of individual communities.

What are Preventive Social Programs?

Preventive social programs are activities that use proactive, strength based and intentional strategies to help individuals, families and communities develop skills required to form a strong sense of self resulting in the ability to build healthy relationships with others.

What Services Does FCSS Offer?

As the needs of the community continue to change, FCSS services change to respond to those identified needs.

A variety of services are offered in three main categories.

Here is a sample of services provided:

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• Affordability

Programs: FCSS has a wide variety of affordability programs including but not limited to: ROAM Fee Assistance, Volunteer Income Tax Program and Shower Program.

• Rainbows: Rainbows is divorce and separation support for children/youth. The program involves 12 group support sessions with a trained facilitator on-site at schools.

Adults/parents can access monthly support through the Resilience Building After Separation and Divorce program.

• Counselling: Strength based, solution focused counselling for individuals and families, provided free of charge.

• The Volunteer Driver Program: On a cost recovery basis, this Banff, Canmore, and MD of Bighorn partnership program provides transportation for seniors and persons with disabilities to medical appointments in Calgary or Banff. Others requiring rides for medical purposes will be accommodated as resources allow.

• Alberta Seniors Benefits: Provides individual and group support to seniors so they are aware of all the Alberta Government supports available to them.

Referral • Call-Ins

and Walk-Ins: FCSS is recognized as the key place to go in order to find out what support services are available and to obtain support to access those services.

• Individual Assessment: Staff will spend up to an hour with people who are unsure what type of counselling or support they require, in order for the best possible support or referral to be made.

• Bow Valley Interagency: Co-facilitated by Banff and Canmore FCSS’s, opportunities for non-profit and social organizations across the Bow Valley to identify social issues, receive professional development and share various initiatives going on in the communities.

Who Works at Canmore FCSS? Val Sullivan l Program Assistant l 403.609.3743 • General inquiries, course registrations, low-income transit, Taxi Pass program

Town of Canmore

Family and Community Support Services FCSS

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Lu Douce l Program Coordinator l 403.678.7136 • Cycling Without Age, Meals on Wheels, Financial Literacy, volunteer support, Bow Valley Interagency, community workshops Mavis Sautner l Program Coordinator l 403.678.7129 • Seniors programs, community workshops, Volunteer Driver Program, Volunteer Income Tax Preparation Megan Imrie l Program Coordinator l 403.678.7127 • Bow Valley Mentor Program, community courses, classroom presentations, Neighbourhood Connector Lorraine Spector l Family & Community Worker l 403.678.7131 • Rainbows Divorce Support, Roots of Empathy, small group support, individual and family counselling, Parents of Anxious Kids support group Tara Gilchrist l FCSS Supervisor l 403.678.7130 • Partnership opportunities, individual counselling, support for non-profits, Youth Connections

Where is Canmore FCSS? The FCSS office is located on the main floor of the Canmore Civic Centre at 902 - 7th Ave.

Make a Difference...

Be a Mentor Mentoring uses the asset building model in relation to children and youth resiliency. Research shows that children and youth who have a positive adult role model are more likely to cope well with life’s challenges.

The Bow Valley Mentor Program is looking for adults who: • Have one hour to spare during the week throughout the school year • Can meet with a student during the school day • Enjoy one-on-one and group activities • Can provide friendship, guidance and support Training and ongoing support provided.

To volunteer or for more information contact Megan Imrie at 403.678.7127 or mimrie@canmore.ca

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FCSS Fall Courses 2016 FCSS

To register, please call 403.609.3743

Fee Assistance Available Affordability should not be a barrier to learning. If you would like to enroll in an FCSS program and the fee is a concern, please call 403.609.3743 to speak to FCSS staff.

Grief Workshop The morning presentation 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. will focus on general coping with grief and loss; learning about responses to loss, and strategies for coping and thriving.

The afternoon 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. will focus on children, teens and grief and the unique challenges and impacts for these individuals. Lunch is not included.

Register by calling 403.609.3743 Canmore Civic Centre l Classroom Facilitator: Deb Bennett, PhD October 1 1 class l Saturday l 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (with 3 breaks) No Charge

Buying a Condo There are unique details and legal responsibilities around buying a condominium. A condo board can and does expect each owner to contribute financially to major repairs to the building and grounds; often with fairly short notice. If you’re planning to purchase a condo, go into the purchase prepared with knowledge of the uniqueness of condo ownership.

Register by calling 403.609.3743 Canmore Civic Centre l Council Chambers Instructor: Jessica Sturgeon, Attorney at Law September 1 1 class l Thursday l 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

No Charge

Personal Directive l Power of Attorney An Enduring Power of Attorney allows you to appoint someone to make your legal and financial decisions for you should you lose capacity. A Personal Directive allows your appointed agent to make critical decisions regarding your health care and personal issues on your behalf should you lose capacity. Local lawyer Jessica Sturgeon will explain the need for these documents, and the potential consequences of not having them.

Register by calling 403.609.3743 Canmore Civic Centre l Council Chambers Instructor: Jessica Sturgeon, Attorney at Law September 29 1 class l Thursday l 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.

No Charge

Avoid Disappointment!

Register for the course as soon as possible...

Space is limited.

Wills 101 Local Lawyer Jessica Sturgeon will walk you through the recent changes to legislation applicable to wills, giving you the knowledge and tools to ensure that your current or soon-tobe-written document will be valid.

Register by calling 403.609.3743 Canmore Civic Centre l Council Chambers Instructor: Jessica Sturgeon, Attorney at Law October 13 1 class l Thursday l 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

No Charge

Self Defense for Women Come join Marc Geestman for 8 weeks of multi-faceted self-defense training. Drawn from several Martial Arts, real life scenarios and stories, women will improve awareness, confidence and abilities in a fun, action packed environment.

These classes will involve physical, mental and emotional training. The class is geared toward female strengths and challenges, and will train you to become your own protector.

For ages 14+.

Register by calling 403.609.3743 Elevation Place l Room 209 Instructor: Marc Geestman September 22 - November 10 8 classes l Thursdays l 7:45 - 9:15 p.m. $80

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Home Alone Safely This program is designed for children aged 10 - 12 and their siblings aged eight and nine to provide the whole family with tips and tools to prepare themselves for their children spending time without parental supervision. However, the final decision always remains with the parent(s). Parents attend the first hour on Saturday, and last hour on Sunday. Snacks will be included and prepared by the children as part of the course curriculum. Please pack a cold lunch for both days.

Register by calling 403.609.3743 Canmore Civic Centre l Classroom Instructor: Kathy Cann September 24 & 25 2 classes l Saturday & Sunday l 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. $30 for 1 child l $50 for 2 children in the same family

SafeTALK l Suicide Alert Training SafeTALK alerts one to warning signs indicating risk of suicide. This FREE workshop emphasizes the importance of recognizing the signs, communicating with the person at risk and getting help or resources for the person at risk. The SafeTALK workshop is a three-hour certificate course, with a cost savings to you of $100.00. For more information please email Yvonne.law@banff.ca.

Register by calling 403.762.1119 Location To Be Announced at time of registration Facilitator: Yvonne Law October 20 1 class l Thursday l 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.

No Charge

Financial Literacy Workshop This workshop will help you learn the basics of financial literacy and provide you with tips and tools to help you take control of your finances. Over the two sessions, you will learn about budgeting, banking, credit, and consumerism. Become more confident in dealing with your personal finances, and discover assets that you didn’t even know you had!

Parents of Anxious Kids In today’s world children and youth are under more stress than ever before! Every one of us has experienced anxiety at one time or another. It is just human. It becomes a problem when anxiety affects (disrupts) one’s daily life routines. Anxiety can show up in many forms. Stomach aches, headaches, clinginess, tantrums, worries that seem unreasonable, avoidance, sleeplessness and obsessive or violent behaviors are some of the ways anxiety shows itself in kids. Any combination of these traits can appear at any given time, seemingly out of nowhere.

If you are the parent or caregiver of an anxious child/youth or have concerns about your child’s worries, you are invited to attend this monthly support group. Through facilitated discussion, guest speakers and networking with others, parents will gain information, strategies and support.

Register by calling 403.609.3743 Canmore Recreation Centre l Ha Ling Conference Room Facilitator: Lorraine Spector, B.A. Psych., RSW September 13, October 4, November 8, December 13 4 classes l Tuesdays l 7:00 - 8:45 p.m.

No Charge

Did You Know…

That the Town of Canmore Family & Community Support Services (FCSS), together with Solid Waste Services has a program for curb-side collection of garbage and recyclables? This service is for individuals who are elderly, disabled and/or have difficulties getting to or opening the bear proof and recycle bins.

For more information or to register for this program please call 403.678.7129.

Register by calling 403.609.3743 Canmore Civic Centre l Classroom Facilitators: Carla Reinhardus & Lu Douce November 9 & 16 2 classes l Wednesdays l 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

No charge

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FCSS

FCSS

FCSS SETTLEMENT SERVICES IN THE BOW VALLEY

FCSS

Rainbows Kids Immigrants Divorce Support Connecting and Community

Children and youth experience feelings of grief including anger and denial, amid family divorce and separation. Even as they grow and move through new stages of their development some of those difficult or painful feelings can re-emerge.

The Rainbows Kids Divorce Support program provides a safe place for children and youth to process their grief, develop coping tools and express their feelings. They experience mutual support over the 12 weeks of the program which uses games, art, discussions and journaling to explore pertinent topics. Group sessions are held at the child’s school.

Please note, consent from both parents will be required.

Parents can enhance supports to their children and themselves by attending the monthly support program: Resilience Building After Separation & Divorce.

Register byservice callingfor403.609.3743 This FREE Permanent Residents of Canada, Live-In Caregiversbegin and Refugees provides any support Sessions the week of October 17.needed to settle into the Bow Valley regardless of length of time in Canada.

Instructor: Lorraine Spector B.A. Psych, RSW JeanieisGodfrey l 403.762.1248 l jeanie.godfrey@banff.ca There no cost for this program Anna-Lisa Christilaw l 403.762.1149 l settlement.support@banff.ca

Contact us to sign up for our regular updates or to book an

Resilience appointment. Building After Separation & Divorce Important Things to Know:

This monthly intended for individuals, with or • Do you knowgroup aboutisno-cost language classes? without children, trying to rebuild their lives post separation • Do you need help with housing? and divorce.

Six sessions will be led by a facilitator.

• Do you know how to prepare for your family’s arrival? Topics will include; dealing with grief and loss, handling angeryouand • Do you need help understanding health benefits and where conflict, impact of divorce on children/families, redefining could go for financial assistance? family andyour self.

• Would child like to come to our after school group?

• Do you want to be working in the profession you were educated in?

Register by calling 403.609.3743 We’re here to answer these questions and any others!

Canmore Civic Centre l Georgetown Boardroom Facilitator: Spector, B.A. RSW Upcoming Lorraine Workshops in Banff andPsych., Canmore: • Living in19, Canada as a Permanent Resident October November 23, December 7 • Citizenship January 25,Preparation February 15, March 8 Living with Wildlife 6• classes l Wednesdays l 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.

• Financial Planning Workshop No charge

Cultural Training for agencies and employers Reunification Workshops • Housing Information

Men’s Workshop Series TEMPORARY FOREIGN WORKER Skill Building for Effective Relationships

SUPPORT SERVICES IN THE BOW VALLEY

These four workshop sessions will be of interest to men in the Bow Valley who are seeking to build healthy relationships, increase their effective communication skills, and gain tools to reduce stress.

1. Strategies & Tools for Great Communication 1 class l Thursday, September 22 l 7:00 - 8:45 p.m.

Canmore Recreation Centre l Ha Ling Conference Room 2. Keeping a Positive Mindset in Difficult Situations 1 class l Thursday, September 29 l 7:00 - 8:45 p.m.

Canmore Recreation Centre l Ha Ling Conference Room 3. Repairing Relationship Dynamics 1 class l Thursday, October 6 l 7:00 - 8:45 p.m.

YWCA Banff l Training Centre 4. Reducing Anxiety & Anger in Relationships This1 FREE class service l Thursday, October l 7:00 - 8:45 p.m. provides support13 to Temporary Foreign Workers in the Bow Valley.

We serve as your bridge between (TFW) YWCA Banff l Training Centre employment, community and Canadian society.

Register by calling 403.609.3743 René Dumont l 403.763.1700 l tfw@banff.ca Facilitator: Ken Fierheller; ImportantPsychotherapist Things to Know:& Life Coach Certified •

Is your Work Permit expiring and you are still waiting for your LMIA

Noand Charge not sure what to do?

Are you being paid for your overtime? Are you working full time according to your LMIA? • Do you have questions about your contract and the terms under your LMIA? • Do you know your options for Permanent Residency?

Please check with us and let us help you find the answers!

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Upcoming Workshops: Options for Permanent Residency and Express Entry Information Sessions • Drop In and Chat Sessions in Banff and Canmore • Group Webinars on Express Entry Keep updated about our sessions and more through our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/foreignworkersbowvalley Twitter page: www.twitter.com/CCISBanff •

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Contact the Settlement Services Team for details.

Locations: Banff Town Hall, 110 Bear Street, Banff Canmore Civic Centre, 902 - 7th Avenue, Canmore Other Bow Valley locations including Lake Louise & Kananaskis, on request.

More information and a calendar of programs at: www.banff.ca/settlement www.facebook.com/settlement.services.in.the.bow.valley Connecting you to community,

CALL 211

24 HOURS A DAY, 7 DAYS A WEEK social and government resources

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Community Integration

This FREE service provides support to Temporary Foreign • Employment Rights and Responsibilities Workers (TFW) in the Bow Valley

This•FREE service provides supportserving to Temporary Foreign Workers in the Bow Valley, your bridge Group Meetings Connect in (TFW) Banff, Canmore, Lake Louise orasKananaskis This FREE service provides support to Temporary Foreign Workers (TFW) in the Bow Valley between employment, community and Canadian society.

Locations: Banff in Town Hall, 110 Bear Street, Banff Workers (TFW) the Bow Valley Serving asCivic your bridge between employment, Connect in902 Banff, Canmore, Lake Louisecommunity or Canmore Centre, 7th Avenue, Connect in Banff, Canmore, Lake Canmore Louise or Kananaskis Kananaskis. and Canadian society Other Bow Valley locations including Lake Louise & Kananaskis, on request.

Connect in Banff, Canmore, Lake Louise or Kananaskis www.banff.ca/tfw René as Dumont 403-763-1700 tfw@banff.ca René |between 403.763.1700 | tfw@banff.ca Serving yourDumont bridge employment, community www.banff.ca/tfw | Facebook: foreignworkersbowvalley www.banff.ca/tfw Serving as yoursociety bridge between employment, community and Canadian www.facebook.com/foreignworkersbowvalley and Canadian society René Dumont 403-763-1700 tfw@banff.ca René Dumont 403-763-1700 tfw@banff.ca www.banff.ca/tfw www.banff.ca/tfw www.facebook.com/foreignworkersbowvalley www.facebook.com/foreignworkersbowvalley OUR COMMUNITY. OUR FUTURE.

FREE services to help you and your family succeed in Canada Serving Banff, Canmore, Lake Louise and Kananaskis Funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada

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FCSS

ARE YOU A PERMANENT RESIDENT OF CANADA?

FCSS

FCSS

Non-Profit/Community Group Workshop Series Basic Facilitation Skills Facilitation can be defined as the “act of making something easier in action or process�. This workshop will provide basic methods of facilitation through the introduction of communication tools and practical engagement strategies you can implement in your organizations meetings and planning sessions.

Register by calling 403.609.3743 Canmore Civic Centre l Council Chambers Facilitator: Tara Gilchrist September 15 1 class l Thursday l 6:30 - 9:00 p.m.

No Charge

Facilitating Visioning and Strategic Planning in your Organization Learn how to utilize the skills and talents of your staff and/or board to facilitate your organizations visioning and strategic planning sessions. The Basic Facilitation Skills workshop is a recommended but not required prerequisite to this workshop.

Register by calling 403.609.3743 Canmore Civic Centre l Council Chambers Facilitator: Tara Gilchrist October 13 1 class l Thursday l 6:30 - 9:00 p.m.

No Charge

Volunteers: Accessing Under Represented Demographics Explore methods of position planning, recruiting, appreciating and retaining volunteers from under utilized populations.

A specific focus will be on creating opportunities in your organization that will appeal to youth, families and immigrants.

Registration begins Monday, August 22 at 8:30 a.m.

To register for FCSS courses, please call 403.609.3743 Being a Board Member: What you need to know before you sign on!

This course provides information on board member requirements. Before you join a board, get the information you need about the roles and responsibilities of volunteer boards and board members.

Register by calling 403.609.3743 Canmore Civic Centre l Classroom Facilitator: Tara Gilchrist November 21 1 class l Monday l 6:30 - 9:00 p.m.

No Charge

Please refer to the Town of Banff Community Guide for additional/complementary workshops to support your Non-profit organization or community group. If you would like further information regarding what Banff is offering contact 403.762.1251.

Are you new to re?

Canmo Introducing...

Would yo u like to be mo re connecte d in your commun ity?

Register by calling 403.609.3743 Canmore Civic Centre l Classroom Facilitators: Tara Gilchrist & Meagan Stewart October 25 1 class l Tuesday l 6:30 - 9:00 p.m.

No Charge

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Connecting you with: Volunteers to help you connect in your community Activities celebrating community & culture Important community resources

Canmore Community Watch Program The Canmore Policing Committee has initiated Canmore Community Watch. The program is a made in Canmore for Canmore approach to community involvement in crime prevention and crime solving.

The program is based on one simple principle. Crime is prevented and/or solved by police when the police are notified by citizens when they observe activity that is out of the ordinary. Canmore Community Watch is a program that is designed to deliver the message to the public that the police strongly encourage the type of reporting that Canmore Community Watch promotes in our community.

Canmorites may wonder why our community has undertaken a crime prevention and solving program when crime is not a very visible issue in town. Based on the simplicity of the program there is no reason not to have participation by all community members.

In discussions with the RCMP at the Canmore Police Committee it was made clear that one of the best chances for police to solve or prevent a crime is to be notified by the public that something unusual is occurring. The difficulty that was identified was people are often reluctant to take the steps to notify police. The reasons become obvious once we start to imagine ourselves in a situation where we notice something out of the ordinary and what we are inclined to do about it.

For example, imagine you see a couple of people at the back door of a main street business after hours. You are just passing by but it strikes you as odd. You are not inclined to call 911 because you don’t really know if anything is wrong. If you call the RCMP and it just turns out to be a couple waiting for a ride you will end up with that ‘cried wolf’ feeling.

So you tell yourself that it is likely nothing and you carry on.

The RCMP will tell you that your decision to do nothing is not the correct one. What you faced in your decision making is what the Canmore Community Watch program intends to overcome. Calling 911 is a big deal but it is the only number that comes to our minds. In fact, there is a number to call that is dedicated to this very situation. And as for crying wolf, the RCMP encourages us to call whenever we see anything that is unusual period. We all understand that most of the calls that come in to 403.678.5516 by the Canmore Community Watch initiative will not lead to a crime but we are all being asked by law enforcement not to hesitate to call.

No harm would come from the example above had the Canmore Community Watch line been called and a police unit drove up to discover the couple just waiting for a ride. The worst outcome is that the officer attending the call asks the couple if they are alright, may suggest a better lit place to wait and the couple enjoys the feeling of security that comes from interactions with our police.

We are all encouraged to visit the website for information on how to make the most useful observations for police to follow up, what to look for when we think something might be out of the ordinary and how we can all do our best to look out for each other.

Topics include: •

Knowing your Neighbours

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Suspicious sounds and smells

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How to observe useful information for the police

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Suspicious actions of vehicles

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Suspicious actions of people

If you have any questions or comments on the program please direct them to the Canmore Policing Committee at policingcommittee@canmore.ca Canmore Community Guide l 11

Bow Valley Parent Link

Bow Valley Parent Link

Developmental Screening using the Ages & Stages Questionnaires (ASQ and ASQ-SE)

Bow Valley Parent Link Banff: 101B Bear St. (above library) l 403.762.1116 Bow Valley Parent Link Canmore: 600 - 9 St. l 403.678.2529 Bow Valley Parent Link Exshaw: 27 Mount Allen Drive (portable beside school) 403.678.2529 Visit drop-ins or programs at any location.

Parent-completed evaluation tools to assess the development of children 0 - 5 years old toward developmental milestones in the areas of communication, gross and fine motor skills, problem solving, personal social skills and overall development.

A trained professional reviews the completed questionnaire and can meet with you individually, offer fun activities to enhance development and make referrals if necessary.

Call 403.678.2529 (Canmore/Exshaw) or 403.762.1116 (Banff), or visit in person to pick up an age specific questionnaire.

By Appointment No Charge

Bow Valley Parent Link (BVPL) provides resources and support to parents/caregivers and children aged 0 - 6 years.

This inter-municipal initiative between the Town of Canmore, Town of Banff and the MD of Bighorn offers programs and services in the following 5 core areas:

Who Works at Bow Valley Parent Link?

www.canmore.ca/parentlink

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Early Childhood Development and Care Family Support Information and Referral Parent Education Developmental Screening

Program features include: Family Connections Stay and Play Drop-in program, resource library, toy lending library, clothing and toy exchange, parent workshops, family support, Triple P: Positive Parenting Program, developmental screening, relationship counseling, community information and referrals and much more.

Relationship Counselling Bow Valley Parent Link offers relationship counselling to parents of children from birth to 18 years old. Counselling is confidential and solution-focused.

For more information or to schedule an appointment contact Anthea Messier BSW, RSW, BA. by email at amessier@canmore.ca or by calling 403.678.7132.

Individual Support Families or caregivers with children 0 - 6 years throughout the Bow Valley can access support with the BVPL Child and Family Worker (CFW). The CFW will be available to meet with families 1:1 to address child development and parenting challenges, difficult life transitions and provide advocacy or assistance to access community resources. Call 403.678.2535 or email cdemontigny@canmore.ca to set up an appointment or for further information.

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Ellen Thuringer l BVPL Supervisor l 403.678.7128 Is responsible for the management and development of BVPL programs services, programs and works closely with community partners and stakeholders.

Cara Crawford l Education Coordinator l 403.678.7149 Organizes parent education workshops and programs. Offers Triple P Seminars, Discussion groups and ASQ consultations.

Christine deMontigny l Child & Family Worker l 403.678.2535 Offers family and parenting support. Facilitates Triple P group and Individual consultations and special interest groups.

ASQ and ASQ-SE trainer and practitioner.

Monique DesRosiers l Early Years Coach Canmore & Exshaw 403.678.2529 Program facilitator. Offers parenting programs, including Triple P Seminars, Discussion groups and ASQ consultations.

May Quach l Early Years Coach Banff l 403.762.1116 Program facilitator. Offers parenting programs, including Triple P Seminars, Discussion groups and ASQ consultations.

Anthea Messier l Relationship Counsellor l 403.678.7132 Offers confidential relationship counselling to parents of children from birth to 18 years old.

Katelyn Hunter l Program Assistant Canmore l 403.678.2529 General inquiries, program support, course registration, resource kits and toy lending library.

Katie Waekens l Program Assistant Banff l 403.762.1116 General inquiries, program support, course registration, resource kits and toy lending library.

Triple P: Positive Parenting Program An evidence based parenting program

Triple P Seminar Series Join other parents for 1, 2 or 3 informative sessions full of strategies to build your confidence as a parent and to promote your child’s health, development and wellbeing. All seminars and childcare are free of charge.

For more information or to register, phone 403.678.2529, email parentlinkcanmore@canmore.ca, or sign up at any Bow Valley Parent Link Centre.

Led by: BVPL Staff Bow Valley Parent Link - Canmore Seminar 1: The Power of Positive Parenting September 14 l Wednesday l 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Seminar 2: Raising Confident, Competent Children September 21 l Wednesday l 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Seminar 3: Raising Resilient Children September 28 l Wednesday l 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Registration Required l No Charge Free Childcare Available

Avoid disappointment!

Register for all Bow Valley Parent Link programs/courses a minimum of one week prior to the program start date.

Triple P Online: Your Personal Parenting Program 24/7 Triple P Online is ideal for parents who want help managing the ups and downs of raising kids. While Triple P Online’s principles of positive parenting and promoting children’s development are ideal for parents of children of all ages, the parenting strategies introduced in the course are most relevant for parents of toddlers, preschoolers and children up to 12 years.

The eight modules are a lively mix of video clips, worksheets and activities. They only take around 30 - 60 minutes each. Visit http://www.triplep-parenting.net to get started free of charge.

For more information phone 403.678.2529, email parentlinkcanmore@canmore.ca, or stop by any Bow Valley Parent Link Centre.

Triple P 1:1 Individual Consultations Meet with an accredited Triple P practitioner for up to 4 confidential 1:1 sessions that will help you manage this behavior. Learn how to track and monitor your child’s behavior, why these behaviors are occurring, how to make a parenting plan, and feel confident making future parenting decisions and sticking to them!

For more information contact Christine deMontigny, Bow Valley Parent Link Child and Family Worker by phone 403.678.2535 or email cdemontigny@canmore.ca

By Appointment l No Charge

Positive Parenting Program l Triple P Group Parents of children 2 - 6 years can increase their confidence and skills by: building positive parent/child relationships, encouraging desirable behaviors, teaching new skills and behaviors and managing undesirable ones. Triple P is an evidence based approach to parenting that encourages children’s social emotional development, independence and problem solving skills. This eight week program consists of five group meetings and three individual consultations.

For more information or to register, phone 403.678.2529, email parentlinkcanmore@canmore.ca, or sign up at any Bow Valley Parent Link Centre.

Led by: Christine deMontigny, BVPL Child & Family Worker Bow Valley Parent Link - Banff October 20 - December 8 Thursdays l 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Registration Required l No Charge Free Childcare Available

Triple P Discussion Group Parents of children ages 2 - 6 years learn practical ideas to manage the day to day challenges of parenting to raise healthy, well-adjusted children.

For more information or to register, phone 403.678.2529, email parentlinkcanmore@canmore.ca, or sign up at any Bow Valley Parent Link Centre.

Led by: BVPL Staff Dealing with Disobedience September 21 l Wednesday l 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Bow Valley Parent Link - Banff Managing Fighting and Aggression October 12 l Wednesday l 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Bow Valley Parent Link - Banff Managing Fighting and Aggression November 2 l Wednesday l 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Bow Valley Parent Link - Exshaw Hassle-free Shopping with Children December 5 l Wednesday l 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Bow Valley Parent Link - Canmore Registration Required l No Charge Free Childcare Available

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Bow Valley Parent Link

Bow Valley Parent Link

Bow Valley Parent Link Bow Valley Parent Link

Parenting and Stress: Managing Life’s Challenges Do you struggle day to day with stress or anxiety as you try to manage it all – parenting, work, relationships? Raising children is not easy. Period. And it’s normal to experience many ups and downs.

This workshop explores strategies to recognize your stress as a parent, and how to find some relief and balance.

Come on and join the Right from the Start team to look at ways you can support yourself and your family.

Led by: Right from the Start

Raising Great Kids Workshop Series This series of workshops gives families of children 0 - 6 years old practical tools and creative ideas to enhance the joys of parenting and to ease its challenges. Learn about a range of parenting topics and engage in discussion with a variety of guest speakers. All workshops are FREE of charge and FREE childcare is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Avoid disappointment! Register at least one week prior to the workshop date.

To register, phone 403.678.2529, email parentlinkcanmore@canmore.ca or stop by any Bow Valley Parent Link Centre.

Mealtime Struggles, to Mealtime Success Ever had meal-time struggles? Learn about ways to cope with picky eating, refusal of foods, getting your child to eat vegetables, and more! This workshop is for parents with toddler/preschool aged children.

Bow Valley Parent Link - Canmore September 29 l Thursday l 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Bow Valley Parent Link - Banff October 5 l Wednesday l 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Registration Required l No Charge Free Childcare Available

NEW! Potty Time Potty training can be a rewarding yet frustrating time for both parent and child. Each potty training method comes with positives and pitfalls and there is no right way. This workshop will explore the different popular methods commonly used today and the pros and cons of each one. Participants will be given some tips on how to decide on the best method for their family, when the best time to start is and what the process may look like.

Led by: BVPL Staff

Led by: Lauren Schock, Registered Dietitian, AHS

Bow Valley Parent Link - Canmore October 3 Monday l 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.

Bow Valley Parent Link - Canmore September 14 l Wednesday l 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Registration Required l No Charge Free Childcare Available

Registration Required l No Charge Free Childcare Available

NEW! Bilingual and Multilingual Preschoolers

Feeding Your Baby This workshop will cover topics such as how and when to start feeding solids, textures, and other important issues related to feeding your baby in the first year. Babies are welcome to come too!

Led by: Lauren Schock, Registered Dietitian, AHS Bow Valley Parent Link - Canmore September 19 l Monday l 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.

Bow Valley Parent Link - Banff October 19 l Wednesday l 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.

Bow Valley Parent Link - Canmore December 14 l Wednesday l 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.

Registration Required l No Charge

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Many children are exposed to more than one language in their everyday lives. Families with preschoolers experiencing more than one language are invited to join us for an educational program led by a speech and language pathologist.

This program will offer strategies to support your bilingual and multilingual preschooler, the benefits of exposing children to multiple languages and caregivers’ common concerns.

Led by: Sara Finlayson, Speech Language Pathologist Bow Valley Parent Link - Canmore October 6 l Thursday l 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Bow Valley Parent Link - Banff October 17 l Monday l 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Registration Required l No Charge Free Childcare Available

Slow-Cooker Savvy

Bow Valley Parent Link Courses and Workshops

Are you at a loss for quick and easy weeknight supper ideas?

Why not try using a slow cooker to make healthy meals that take only minutes to prepare. Join dietitian Lauren Schock for a fun evening on how to use a slow-cooker. This low-key cooking class will offer new recipes for creating low-cost, healthy and tasty meals. Come with an appetite so you can try out some yummy creations!

NEW! Together Time

Led by: Lauren Schock, Registered Dietitian, AHS

Led by: Canmore Public Library and BVPL Staff

Bow Valley Parent Link - Canmore November 17 Thursday l 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Canmore Public Library Friends of the Library Programming Room September 22 - November 10 Thursdays l 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.

Bow Valley Parent Link - Banff December 5 Monday l 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Join the Canmore Public Library and Bow Valley Parent Link for an hour long baby and parent/caregiver program complete with snacks, stories, rhymes and songs. This program is for babies and their parents from newborn to pre-walking.

8-week program.

Register at BVPL or Canmore Public Library.

Registration Required l No Charge

Registration Required l No Charge Free Childcare Available

Sign With Your Baby Using baby sign with your infant and toddler is a wonderful way to help them communicate before they can talk. Come and learn how to introduce signing, what signs to start with and how to use this tool to encourage communication and reduce frustration. We will also discuss research related to using baby sign with hearing children.

Led by: Sara Finlayson, Speech Language Pathologist Bow Valley Parent Link - Canmore November 24 Thursday l 5:00 - 6:30 p.m.

Registration Required l No Charge

NEW! Sibling Conflict to Sibling Harmony This workshop challenges the idea that constant sibling conflict is normal and unavoidable. Come and learn ways to promote cooperation rather than competition and allow children to express their feelings toward each other in respectful ways.

Learn practical ways to start solving some of your everyday conflicts and create harmony in your family.

Led by: Christine deMontigny, BVPL Child and Family Worker Bow Valley Parent Link - Canmore December 7 Wednesday l 9:30 - 11:00 a.m.

Registration Required l No Charge Free Childcare Available

Nighty-Night, Sleep Tight l Part 1 Zzz‌How are you and your baby sleeping? Discussion topics will include different sleep plan options, temperament and your baby, daily routines and schedules, the pros and cons of different sleep training methods, and resources that fit your needs. This workshop is for parents with children under 12 months of age. Childcare is not available, but babies are welcome at the workshop.

Led by: Christine deMontigny, BVPL Child and Family Worker Bow Valley Parent Link - Banff September 14 Wednesday l 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Registration Required l No Charge

Nighty-Night, Sleep Tight l Part 2 Sleep challenges can extend well into the toddler years. Join us for an informative session about sleep and your 1 - 4 year old.

Discussion will include typical toddler challenges parents face at bedtime and during the night. This workshop is for parents with children 1 - 4 years of age.

Led by: Christine deMontigny, BVPL Child and Family Worker Bow Valley Parent Link - Banff September 28 Wednesday l 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Registration Required l No Charge Free Childcare Available

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Bow Valley Parent Link

Bow Valley Parent Link

Bow Valley Parent Link

Bow Valley Parent Link BVPL Courses and Workshops Sign up today by emailing parentlinkcanmore@canmore.ca, calling 403.678.2529 or visiting any Bow Valley Parent Link.

Keep updated on Bow Valley Parent Link programs and workshops.

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I Grow, You Grow Join other new parents with infants 0 - 12 months and learn about community resources, infant development, and various other topics. Each session will include group discussions, activities, local guest presenters, a healthy snack, and social time. Sign up early-this program is popular!

Led by: Christine deMontigny, BVPL Child and Family Worker Bow Valley Parent Link - Canmore October 5 - November 16 Wednesdays l 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.

Registration Required l No Charge

Messes and Masterpieces This hands-on program gives children the chance to get messy and create wonderful works of art. Join us for an hour of indoor and outdoor fine-motor and sensory focused activities your child will love. Please dress to get messy!

Led by: Christine deMontigny, BVPL Child and Family Worker Bow Valley Parent Link - Banff October 26 Wednesday l 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Registration Required l No Charge

Register for all Bow Valley Parent Link Programs by calling 403.678.2529, emailing parentlinkcanmore@canmore.ca, or visiting any Bow Valley Parent Link.

Daddy n’ Me Playtime Come to Bow Valley Parent Link to enjoy some special time with your little one. This program will be based in the playroom with hands on activities and games set up for Dads and their children to participate in together. Dads and children will also enjoy social time, a quiet circle time, and the children will have a light snack before heading home.

Led By: Christine deMontigny, BVPL Child and Family Worker Bow Valley Parent Link - Canmore November 8 Tuesday l 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.

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Terrific Toddlers Often we hear the toddler years being described as the ‘terrible twos’. Terrific Toddlers takes parents on an enlightened journey that challenges this perception.

This four week course will discuss how toddlers see the world and the parenting role. You will also learn about child development, communication, guidance and self-esteem.

Led by: May Quach, BVPL Early Years Coach Bow Valley Parent Link - Banff November 9 - 30 Wednesdays l 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Registration Required l No Charge Free Childcare Available

NEW! Baby on Board Are you pregnant and looking to get out and meet others that are embarking on the same exciting journey? The focus of this 3 week program will be familiarizing soon-to-be parents with information about community resources with options to choose various topics based on parents interests. Partners are encouraged to attend. Learn, have fun, and create lasting friendships!

Led by: Christine deMontigny, BVPL Child and Family Worker Bow Valley Parent Link - Banff November 15 - 29 Tuesdays l 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Registration Required No Charge

NEW!

Saturday Afternoon Programs Led By: BVPL Staff Bow Valley Parent Link - Canmore

Multiples Playtime

First Thursdays at ArtsPlace First Thursday!

Speaker Series

The first Thursday of every month from 7-9pm at artsPlace

This program is for parents with multiples to enjoy the playroom and connect with other parents with multiples.

Drop-in program.

Join us for First Thursdays Speaker Series

October 6 at ArtsPlace!

7:00 - 9:00First p.m.

Thursda 950 - 8 Avenue, Canmore Frances Klatzel Speaker Series

September 17 Saturday l 2:00 - 3:30 p.m.

OCTOBER 6 Other Ways of Being The first Thursday of every mo Frances Klatzel

Develop & Discover Children 0 - 6 years with disabilities, sensory processing struggles, or any undiagnosed disability and their families are invited to explore BVPL playroom in Canmore during a calmer and quieter time.

Drop-in program.

from 7-9pm at artsPlace Other Ways of Being

A hands on program encouraging parent child interaction to create fun take home crafts and toys.

Sign up today by emailing parentlinkcanmore@canmore.ca, calling 403.678.2529 or visiting any Bow Valley Parent Link.

Registration Required.

November 19 Saturday l 2:00 - 3:30 p.m.

Connect and Create

November 3 October 6

NOVEMBER 5 Cooke Katherine Frances Klatzel Katherine Cooke

Three Sisters Gallery Current and Upcoming Exhibits in Elevation Place, 2nd Floor, 700 Railway Avenue, Canmore

AUGUST 26 - SEPTEMBER 20

Will Truchon

Opening August 26 l 6 - 8 p.m.

Families are invited to drop off their children 1 - 6 years, at the BVPL Canmore playroom for an hour of supervised play while they spend time at the Canmore Senior Centre on their own unfinished projects (ie: knitting, felting etc.). This is a selfcare program encouraging parents to take an hour of project focused time.

Sign up today by emailing parentlinkcanmore@canmore.ca, calling 403.678.2529 or visiting any Bow Valley Parent Link.

Registration Required.

SEPTEMBER 20 - OCTOBER 26

October 1 l Saturday l 2:00 - 3:30 p.m.

December 10 l Saturday l 2:00 - 3:30 p.m.

Opening October 28 l 6 - 8 p.m.

NEW! Date with Dad This program is an hour and a half of unstructured playtime, giving dads and children the chance to explore the Parent Link Centre and connect with one another.

Drop-in program.

November 26 Saturday l 2:00 - 3:30 p.m.

Three Three Sis Sis

Other Ways of Bei Material Metaphor Material as as Metaphor

October 29 Saturday l 2:00 - 3:30 p.m.

Go Wild Crafting

Bow Valley Parent Link

Bow Valley Parent Link

Craig Richards & Youth Through the Lens

Opening September 22 l 6 - 8 p.m.

OCTOBER 24 - NOVEMBER 23

Linda Frena The Catch

NOVEMBER 25 - DECEMBER 14

And Now for Something Different 2

Opening November 25 l 6 - 8 p.m.

November 3

Katherine Coo

Will Shells Shell

Material as Will Metap

August August Openin Openin

Craig Craig Throu Thro

Septem Septem Openin Openin

Linda Lind The C The C Octobe

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Novem Openin Openin

Please contact dsaundersdahl@canmore.ca or phone 403.678.1546 for more information Canmore Community Guide l 17

Public Library

Elevation Place 101 - 700 Railway Avenue, Canmore, AB T1W 1P4 Phone: 403.678.2468 www.canmorelibrary.ab.ca

Hours: (Closed Statutory Holidays) Monday to Friday: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Saturday & Sunday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Library Movie Night On most Wednesday nights the Library will be showing a feature film. Call the Library or check our website www.canmorelibrary.ab.ca for upcoming dates and titles.

Friends Program Room September - December Wednesdays l 7:00 p.m. l No Charge

Knit One, Read Too! Bring your knitting or crochet projects and craft with us at the Canmore Public Library. This is not a class but a chance to share knowledge and find inspiration in seeing other yarn enthusiasts’ projects. Share tips, tricks, ideas and books with your fellow yarn connoisseurs.

No experience necessary.

Library Magazine Reading Area September - December Second Wednesday of the Month 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. l No Charge

Friends of the Library Speaker Series Theme oriented presentations on topics of local interest will be offered once a month during the school year.

Call the Library or check the website www.canmorelibrary.ab.ca for further details.

Friends Program Room September - December Second Monday of the Month 7:30 p.m. l Admission by donation

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Meet the Author Library Speaker Series Enrich and expand your reading experience as you hear authors discuss their writing, careers and stories behind the story.

Check the Program and Events listing on our website for upcoming presentations and events.

Friends Program Room September - December Dates Vary l 7:00 p.m. l No Charge

Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale A three-day-sale with hundreds of soft and hard cover books at bargain basement prices.

Friends Program Room November 18 l Friday l 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.

November 19 l Saturday l 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

November 20 l Sunday l 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Tech Help @ the Library Are you stumped by your tablet, e-reader, laptop, a library database and so on? We offer one-on-one tech help appointments with a library staff member. For information or to book an appointment, call the library 403.678.2468 or email your questions to info@canmorelibrary.ab.ca Year Round Regular Library Hours l No Charge

Video Conferencing Would you like to set up a video conference for your business, community/support group or class? The Canmore Library can help. For more information on our state-of-the-art video conferencing services or to book a time, give us a call at 403.678.2468.

Reservations are required and are subject to room availability.

Canmore Library Meeting Room Year Round Regular Library Hours l No Charge

Canmore Public Library

NEW!

Children 3 - 5 years old, along with their parent/caregivers, are invited to a half-hour program featuring rhymes, action-songs, and books. The program is designed to build a longer attention span and foster a continual love of stories.

Drop-in l Friends Program Room September 21 - November 23 Wednesdays l 2:00 p.m. l No Charge

Half Day Friday Fun NEW TIME! Books for Babies Children from birth to walking, along with their parents/ caregivers, are invited to a half-hour program featuring finger play rhymes, bouncing songs, walking songs and books. This program is designed to assist in the acquisition of language and to promote parent/child bonding.

Drop-in l Friends Program Room September 22 - November 24 Tuesdays l 12:30 p.m. l No Charge

NEW! Together Time Join the Canmore Public Library and ParentLink for an hour long baby and parent program complete with snacks, stories, rhymes and songs. This program is for babies and their parents from newborn to prewalking.

8 week program. Registration Required.

Register at ParentLink or the Canmore Public Library.

Friends Program Room September 22 - November 10 Thursdays l 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. l No Charge

Wiggle Time Walking babies up to two years, along with their parent/ caregivers, are invited to a half-hour program featuring active rhymes, music, movement and books. The program is designed to encourage active participation and to promote parent/child bonding.

Drop-in l Friends Program Room

Join us on half-day Fridays for a variety of themed activities including crafts, games, and movies. This program is designed for children aged 8 and over.

Check our website for details and dates.

Drop-in l Friends Program Room September - November Fridays l 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. l No Charge

NEW! Holiday Specials!

Join us for special story times and activities for children of all ages during the month of December.

Please check our website for details.

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Would yo u like to help n ew commun ity members feel more at h ome ?

September 19 - November 21 Mondays l 2:00 p.m. l No Charge

Tales for Twos Children 2 years old, along with their parents/caregivers, are invited to a half-hour program featuring rhymes, action songs, and books. The program is designed to build their attention span and foster a love of books.

Drop-in l Friends Program Room September 21 - November 23 Wednesdays l 10:30 a.m. l No Charge

Help connect individuals & families with: A friendly face in the community Community knowledge & resources A sense of belonging & connection

COMMUNITY SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT l WWW.CANMORE.CA Canmore Community Guide l 19

Public Library

Preschool Storytime

artsPlace

Where community meets creativity

The Arts and Creativity for Everyone

EVERY AGE, EVERY EXPERIENCE, EVERY CREATIVE PASSION! Upcoming Movies, Special Screenings, and Live Performances Movies for every cinematic taste: Independent, Major Studio, Mountain Culture, Family, Foreign, Documentaries • Regular Screenings most Tuesday, Friday and Saturday Evenings Special Screenings – Filmed Live • Join hundreds of thousands of arts lovers and experience live performances filmed in HD and broadcast to select cinemas around the world.

National Theatre Encores: • View from the Bridge: October 13 l 7:00 p.m.

• War Horse: December 8 l 7:00 p.m. $14.95, $13.95 seniors, $12.75 members, $9.95 Youth Met Opera 2016/2017 (All Live by Satellite) • Tristan und Isolde - Wagner: October 8 l 10:55 a.m.

• Don Giovanni - Mozart: October 22 l 10:55 am • L’Amour de Loin - Kaija Saariaho: December 10 l 10:55 a.m.

• Nabucco - Verdi: January 7 l 10:55 a.m.

• Romeo and Juliette - Gounod: January 21 l 10:55 a.m.

• Russalka - Dvorak: February 25 l 10:55 a.m.

• La Traviata - Verdi: March 11 l 10:55 a.m.

• Idomeneo - Mozart: March 25 l 10:55 a.m.

• Eugene Onegin - Tchaikovsky: April 22 l 10:55 a.m.

• Der Rosenkavalier - R. Strauss: May 13 l 10:55 a.m. $27.00, $25.00 senior, $23.50 members, $13.50 youth

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Bolshoi Ballet • The Golden Age: October 16 l 12:55 p.m.

• The Nutcracker: December 18 l 12:55 p.m.

• Sleeping Beauty: January 22 l 12:55 p.m.

• Swan Lake: February 12 l 12:55 p.m.

• Contemporary Evening: March 19 l 12:55 p.m. $19.50, $18.50 seniors, $17.50 members, $9.75 youth Live Performances Sponsored by McElhanney • The O’Pears - Indie/Folk Vocal Trio September 24 l 7:30 p.m. $20.00, $17.00 members

Cori Brewster CD Release October 22 l 7:30 p.m. $20.00, $17.00 members •

West My Friend: October 24 l 7:30 p.m. $20.00, $17.00 members •

Matrin Karlicek - Classical Pianist October 28 l 7:30 p.m. $25.00, $21.25 members •

Marc Atkinson Trio - Acoustic Jazz Trio November 25 l 7:30 p.m. $20.00, $17.00 members •

Family Sunday artsPlay!

Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Canmore Every Sunday is family day at artsPlace! Drop in for fun and family-friendly art projects inspired by the season, art history, artsPlace exhibitions, and the holidays! Use unique materials, get messy, and spend time together as a family!

Sundays l Two Sessions 10:15 - 11:00 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. $5 drop-in fee per session, free for members Materials included.

Visit artsplacecanmore.com for the most up-to-date information on workshops, classes, programs and performances!

Where community meets creativity

The Arts and Creativity for Everyone EVERY AGE, EVERY EXPERIENCE, EVERY CREATIVE PASSION! Join us for a full range of classes, workshops, camps, live performances, movies, and exhibits.

WEEKLY MOVIES

From the latest popular releases to the classics, avant-garde, and family fare, we have movies most Tuesday, Friday and Saturday nights!

Photo credits: From top to bottom: 1-3, 5 - Laura McLean; 4 - Rebecca Ferri

FAMILY SUNDAY ARTSPLAY

11 am-12:15 pm: Drop-in art activities that change on a weekly basis!

WORKSHOPS AND CLASSES

Join us for single day or multi week classes in a variety of mediums!

THE HUB GALLERY

Drop by for our latest art exhibitions, featuring local artists rotating on a regular basis.

Become an artsPlace member today!

Help your community to aspire and grow, and save up to 15% on all programs!

artsplacecanmore.com

Thank you to our major supporters:

Jeff Kovitz, QC

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$1,428

$1,092

$119

$91

One Parent

$115

$89

$335

$255

$1,032

$792

$86

$66

Adult

$75

$59

$215

$165

$660

$504

$55

$42

Senior

$55

$42

$160

$122

$492

$384

$41

$32

Young Adult

$55

$42

$160

$122

$492

$384

$41

$32

Youth

$39

$31

$115

$89

$372

$288

$31

$24

Child

$29

$24

$85

$70

$276

$216

$23

$18

Membership Type

Go Beyond Monthly

Splash Monthly

Family

Individual

*Continuous monthly payments based on a minimum 12 payment commitment.

Membership Categories Family l 2 Parents: Includes two parents/legal guardians and their children up to and including 21 years of age.

Family l 1 Parent: A single parent/legal guardian and his/her children up to and including 21 years of age.

Adult l 26 - 64 years Senior l 65 - 79 years Senior+ l 80+ years: Seniors+ receive a complimentary membership. Applies to Canmore residents only.

Proof of residency and date of birth is required.

Young Adult l 18 - 25 years Youth l 12 - 17 years Child l 3 - 11 years: Children under 3 are complimentary.

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Elevation Place Membership Benefits Elevation Place Memberships

Go Beyond Membership Go Beyond and get the most out of your recreational experience under one roof. This membership is our most comprehensive and includes: Access and use of our spectacular aquatics centre with water slide, lazy river, zero beach leisure pool, 8 lane 25 metre lap pool, 25 person hot tub, and steam room.

• Access to our world class climbing gym with routes from beginner to advanced skill levels.

• Complimentary Belay Tests.

• Use of our weight room and cardio centre with modern equipment.

• Complimentary orientation to fitness equipment.

• Access to our core classes led by expert instructors.

• Member rates on registered programs • Guest pass discount.

• Multi-purpose room discount.

• Select merchandise and equipment rental discounts.

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Child minding discount.

Complimentary public skating and shinny at the Canmore Recreation Centre.

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Elevation Place

Splash Membership

700 Railway Avenue, Canmore, Alberta T1W 1P4

Interested in year-round fun and recreation?

Our Splash membership may be for you.

• Access and use of our spectacular aquatics centre with water slide, lazy river, zero beach leisure pool, 8 lane 25 metre lap pool, 25 person hot tub, and steam room.

• Access to core aquatics centre classes.

• Member rates on registered aquatics centre programming.

• Guest pass discount.

Phone I 403.678.8920 Email I elevation@canmore.ca Website I www.elevationplace.ca

Hours of Operation Aquatics Centre Monday to Friday I 6:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday I 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Cardio/Weight Room

For more information call us at 403.678.8920 or visit us at www.elevationplace.ca

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Monday to Friday I 6:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday I 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Climbing Gym Monday to Friday I 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday I 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Statutory Holidays I All Facilities I 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

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Elevation Place Core Drop In Class Schedules

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Note: Core Drop-In classes are included with an Elevation Place Membership or Daily Admission. Schedule is subject to change.

Core Fitness Class Schedule Monday

Tuesday

Effective August 28 to December 17, 2016

Wednesday

Saturday

6:15 - 7:00 a.m.

Body Weight

Yoga Flow

9:30 - 10:15 a.m.

12:10 - 12:55 p.m.

Friday

ViPRFit

HIIT

6:15 - 7:00 a.m.

Strengthen and Lengthen

Thursday

Wild Card l 13+

9:30 - 10:15 a.m.

9:45 - 10:45 a.m.

Blast and Burn

Tabata

12:10 - 12:55 p.m.

Sweat & Sculpt

12:10 - 12:55 p.m.

12:10 - 12:55 p.m.

SpinFit

BallFit

12:10 - 12:55 p.m.

Yoga Flow l 13+

10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

12:10 - 12:55 p.m.

Total Body Workout

5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

ViPRFit

SpinFit

5:30 - 6:15 p.m.

5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Yoga Flow l 13+

StepFit

5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Sweat and Sculpt

6:45 - 7:30 p.m.

Cost: Core Drop-in classes are included with Elevation Place Membership or Daily Admission.

Space is limited: All fitness core class participants must pick up a core class pass at the Customer Experience Desk no earlier than 30 minutes prior to class start time. Picking up a pass will guarantee your spot in the class.

Child Minding Available 13+: 13 - 15 year old youth can participate with a supervising adult.

Core Family and Child & Youth Class Schedule Sunday Family Yoga

10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

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Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Effective August 28 to December 17, 2016

Friday

Saturday

Core Fitness Classes BallFit: Large exercise balls, Bosu balls and toning balls

are the focus of this class! Learn how you can get a muscle conditioning, full body workout with these great pieces of equipment.

Blast & Burn: This full body workout infuses body weight, hand weights, balance, athletic and plyometric training exercises designed to increase core stability, muscular strength and cardiovascular endurance. Come to this fun, energetic, lively class and let your body have a blast!

Body Weight: No equipment, no worries!

During this class you will get a great cardio and strength workout using only your body weight. We will exercise through all planes of motion with a full range of motion. Guaranteed this class will make you stronger and more flexible!

HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training):

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Tabata: Tabata is a fun and challenging high intensity

interval training protocol developed to achieve serious results fast! Blast through a series of 8 (20 second) intervals of an exercise before moving on to the next. Improves cardiovascular endurance and strengthens muscle all the while burning calories and toning your body. This workout is ideal for intermediate and advanced fitness enthusiasts looking to change up their routine and burst through plateaus.

Total Body Workout: Sweat it up with this fun high-

energy workout that combines cardio challenges and total body conditioning using a variety of exercise tools such as hand weights, resistance bands, BOSU, toning and stability balls.

Burn it up!

ViPRFit: This class is based on the new concept of Loaded

Movement Training and incorporates the ViPR® as a tool for building resistance, agility and core training for the majority of the class. Leave the dumbbells, stability balls and speed ladders behind! This class is suited for all fitness abilities and levels.

Our instructors are ViPR® certified and very excited to challenge you with this new class!

HIIT class is a total body, heart pumping, aerobic and strength conditioning workout. This interval-based class combines full-body strength training with high intensity cardio bursts designed to tone your body, improve your endurance and clear your mind before the busy days get started.

Wild Card: Break out of your routine with a different type

SpinFit: Come for a ride at EP! This class uses stationary

Yoga Flow: A great class for people new to yoga! There

bikes and will take participants through a variety of different workouts from interval training to endurance and strength training. Intensity is self-monitored which makes it a great workout for beginners to advanced riders.

Space is limited to 8 people/class – please pick up a core class pass at the Customer Experience Desk prior to class to guarantee your spot.

of class each week! Anything goes with this class, where each week a different kind of work out will be taught.

Challenge yourself by stepping into the unknown and have fun getting fit.

will always be modifications, so you can work at the level best suited for you. The focus will be to flow enough to work out the stagnation from a day of work, as well as clear the mind and ease the body. You’ll be guided through postures in a Vinyasa style, beginning with the basic poses, but allowing for more challenging poses based on your practice level. Props may be incorporated into the class to add diversity and intensity.

StepFit: Get ready to step it up!! This class utilizes a stepping platform to get your heart pumping and body moving! Basic step combinations are taught at varying intensity levels to meet all fitness abilities.

Strengthen and Lengthen: This class will offer up a nice dose of relative strengthening using body weight movements then ease into a strong focus on flexibility.

Using the breath and strong mental and physical awareness, this class is guaranteed to enhance flexibility, and improve body alignment.

Sweat and Sculpt: Get rid of the mid-week blues with this full-body conditioning workout. Challenge your cardio, develop stability and strengthen your core. Enhance your overall performance and build your endurance. Whatever your fitness level, this workout environment will inspire and keep you coming back for more!

Core Family and Child & Youth Classes Family Yoga l 4+ years Get ready for the week ahead with our new Family Yoga!

This class is a great way to relax, stretch, and have fun with your family! All levels are invited to join in. During this class, you will learn dynamic breathing techniques and postures to help connect to your family and to yourself. We will end each class in relaxation allowing for a guaranteed quiet moment in your week. Our Family yoga classes are for children and parent(s) of all abilities... Join us!

4 - 5 year olds must be accompanied by an adult 6 years and up can attend alone Adults must be attended by a child

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Elevation Place Core Drop In Class Schedules

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Note: Core Drop-In classes are included with an Elevation Place Membership or Daily Admission. Schedule is subject to change.

Core Aquatics Centre Class Schedule Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Effective September 26 to December 17, 2016

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

AquaFit

Mom N Tot Aquafit

8:30 - 9:30 a.m.

AquaFit

AquaFit

9:15 - 10:15 a.m.

9:15 - 10:15 a.m.

Strokes & Drills

AquaFit

9:30 - 10:15 a.m.

AquaTabata

10:30 - 11:15 a.m.

8:30 - 9:30 a.m.

9:15 - 10:15 a.m.

Aqua R.O.M.

10:30 - 11:15 a.m.

Hydrorider

Hydrorider

6:15 - 7:00 p.m.

6:15 - 7:00 p.m.

*pick up core class pass

*pick up core class pass

Cost: Core Drop-in classes are included with Elevation Place Membership or Daily Admission.

Child Minding Available *Note: Hydrorider class participants must pick up a core class pass at the Customer Experience Desk prior to coming to class as space is limited. Hydrorider classes have only 5 spots available. Picking up a pass will guarantee your spot in the class.

Core Climbing Class Schedule Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Effective August 28 to December 17, 2016

Thursday

Friday

Introduction to Climbing Movement

12:10 - 12:55 p.m.

Introduction to Climbing Movement

6:45 - 7:30 p.m.

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Top Rope Belay Service

Top Rope Belay Service

6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

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Core Aquatics Classes AquaFit You don’t need to be a swimmer to enjoy these water-based fitness classes, which incorporate cardio, muscle conditioning and flexibility exercises. The water can be used to offer a variety of intensity levels that is right for you!

AquaTabata This fitness class is based around high intensity training where an aqua-based exercise is done at a high intensity for 20 seconds, followed by 10 seconds rest. Each set lasts a total of 4 minutes. Tabata training has been proven to be a very effective way of achieving weight loss.

Strokes and Drills This class is all about swimming and getting the most out of your strokes. An instructor will be on hand to take you through a beginner/intermediate swim work out and provide tips/drills on how to improve your technique.

Mom N Tot Aquafit

Can’t find time to workout without your little one? Come join this fun and active class where you can get a workout while spending time with your child. The first half of the class will be a cardio aquafit workout where your child will be right beside you in a floating baby boat. The second half of the class will be structured play, similar to the Red Cross swimming lessons (Starfish and Duck).

Aqua R.O.M.

A FUN class designed for anyone wanting to take things a little easier. Basic movements and stretches are used to improve mobility, flexibility, and range of motion in a relaxed, social and welcoming environment. The class is self-paced and all abilities are welcome!

Hydrorider Take your ride into the pool! This class immerses you and the Hydrorider bike into the water. See how spinning in the pool can improve leg and core strength by adding the resistance of the water to your cycling routine. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to class start time to get your Hydrorider fitted before putting it in the water. Hydrorider attire: bathing suit with “cycling” type shorts and WATER SHOES ARE A MUST! NOTE: Hydrorider class participants must pick up a core class pass at the Customer Experience Desk prior to coming to class as space is limited. Hydrorider classes have only 5 spots available. Picking up a pass will guarantee your spot in the class.

Core Climbing Classes Introduction to Climbing Movement 13+ years Climbing is natural and intuitive, but after our instructors provide a few handy tips, you’ll find that technique and balance are more important than strength! We recommend that you bring or rent climbing shoes for this fundamentals class.

Top Rope Belay Service l 15+ years If you don’t have a climbing partner or don’t know how to belay, come to the gym 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Wednesdays and Fridays to try top rope climbing while being belayed by our staff. If you have passed your lead belay test, you can get a lead belay as well.

Maximum group size: Six participants.

Core Drop-In classes are included with an Elevation Place Membership or Daily Admission. Schedule is subject to change.

For more information call us at 403.678.8920 or visit us at www.elevationplace.ca

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Birthday Party Packages Rock Star!

5 years + l Maximum 12 kids Don’t want the party climbing your walls at home?

Let them climb our walls instead! We offer a party experience where kids can climb for an hour while our highly trained staff takes care of everything including harnesses and belaying.

You can just sit back and watch them soar.

Participants will need clean indoor shoes.

Each participant will require a waiver signed by a parent or legal guardian. $79 + GST for up to four climbers $20 + GST for each additional climber

Splash Party Option 1: Make your party a SPLASH! Join us for an hour with instructor lead games and activities, wrapping up with time for zipping down our massive waterslide. Maximum 12 kids. $79 + GST for up to eight swimmers $5 + GST for each additional swimmer Option 2: Join us during public swim and play games without an instructor during your birthday party.

Daily admission applies to the splash party.

It’s Your Party, so Let’s Celebrate!

The Town of Canmore has a variety of children’s birthday party themes to choose from. Whether it’s making a splash or climbing the walls, your child’s party will be an event to remember!

A minimum of three to five weeks booking notice is requested and rentals are subject to availability. Party times are based on venue availability.

For more information or booking requests, please call us at 403.678.8925 or e-mail us at party_bookings@canmore.ca.

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For both options, children 8 years of age and under require 1 adult per 4 kids. Adults are required to accompany children in the water.

Party Add-Ons Looking to host your party at Elevation Place? Book a party room with us and keep your home free of cake crumbs and birthday bows! k

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Room 119 located off the pool deck: $25 + GST per hour subject to availability Room 212 located on second floor: $41 + GST per hour subject to availability.

Please enquire about our Party Catering packages! Let us handle the stress and provide all your party need essentials.

Child Minding at Elevation Place Welcome to the Lil’ Bears Den! Child care services are available for children 6 months to 7 years old, for those parents using Elevation Place facilities and programs.

Hours of Operation: Monday to Sunday l 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Drop in Fee: Member: $2.75 per half hour Non-member: $3.75 per half hour Child-minding reservations are available for your convenience.

Please call the Customer Experience Desk at 403.678.8920 to reserve your spot, or come book in person in the Den!

What to Expect: Activities Your child will enjoy arts and crafts activities, books, toys, puzzles, and colouring.

Health and Safety Toys and equipment are disinfected daily to ensure a clean and safe environment. If you child is showing signs of illness, please refrain from visiting until healthy again.

Snacks and Meals

What to Wear and Bring

Indoor shoes must be worn at all times in the Lil’ Bears Den. If your child has a special object (blanket, stuffy, etc.), please bring it along.

Comfort and Care

There is a washroom ad diaper-changing facility located in the Lil’ Bears Den. Your child will be cared for by professional staff with child-minding training/experience. Staff will have security clearance and possess a current First Aid certificate. If your child has difficulties adjusting to being left in child care, please allow some extra time to make them feel comfortable and secure before you leave.

Indicates that the class is during child minding hours at the Lil’ Bears Den at Elevation Place.

Reservations recommended.

Parents are encouraged to pack a snack for your child.

Snacks with nut products are not permitted.

Names on food containers and bottles are a plus.

The Town of Canmore is pleased to provide quality day camp programs for children and youth in our community.

Children will have an opportunity to participate in activities that are FUN, safe, entertaining, and meaningful.

Winter Break Programs for Children and Youth See page 38 for details.

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Preschool and Child & Youth Classes Registration for ALL Aquatics and Recreation programs from September - December begins on

Monday, August 22 at 7:00 a.m.

Elevation Place: 403.678.8920 Child & Youth Coordinator 403.678.8933 ecaverhill@canmore.ca

“We believe every child is born a little athlete, therefore CS4L outlines a pathway for long-term athlete development with two goals; firstly, lifelong participation in sport and physical activity and secondly, the proper development to allow Canadians to excel in sport. Developing Physical Literacy is designed to support parents in understanding what they need to consider in helping their child to enjoy being active for life and supports HIGH FIVE in creating the best way for children to play.”

Richard Way, CS4L Expert

Core Family and Child & Youth Class Schedule Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Effective August 28 to December 17, 2016

Friday

Saturday

Family Yoga

10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Note: All core class participants must pick up a core class pass at the Customer Experience Desk prior to coming to class as space is limited. Picking up a pass will guarantee your spot in the class.

Cost: Core Drop-In Programs are included with an Elevation Place Membership or Daily Admission.

Core Family and Child & Youth Classes Family Yoga l 4+ years Get ready for the week ahead with our new Family Yoga! This class is a great way to relax, stretch, and have fun with your family! All levels are invited to join in. During this class, you will learn dynamic breathing techniques and postures to help connect to your family and to yourself. We will end each class in relaxation allowing for a guaranteed quiet moment in your week. Our Family yoga classes are for children and parent(s) of all abilities... Join us!

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Active Start 0 - 6 Years Children need to be engaged in daily unstructured active play that develops the ABCs of movement – Agility, Balance, Coordination and Speed. Through play and movement, they develop the fundamental movement skills that will provide the foundation for learning basic sports skills at older ages.

An early active start enhances development of brain function, physical coordination, gross motor skills, and posture and balance. An active start also helps children to build confidence, social skills, emotional control, and imagination while reducing stress and improving sleep. http://canadiansportforlife.ca/ltad-stages/active-start

Preschool Programs NOTE: There are no-drop-ins for Preschool Programs so please register early!

Active Beginnings l 12 months - 2.5 years It’s child’s play! This jam packed hour of fun is designed to offer a variety of activities, stories, and songs through energetic games. Your child will develop agility, coordination, and balance through themed structured and unstructured planned activities. There will be plenty of opportunities for you and your child to interact with others in the community.

Parents or caregivers must participate in all the fun. Please bring a snack and water bottle.

Elevation Place Instructor: Amber Leroux, ECE 3 October 3 - November 28 (No class October 10) 8 classes l Mondays l 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. l #15794

Registration for ALL Aquatics Instructor Spotlight Meghan from and RecreationMeet programs Meghan has found passion September - December begins on teaching various different

classesa.m. but Monday, Augustfitness 22andatyoga 7:00 especially loves working with

kids. The energy and joy they bring to classes is not matched by anything else. Meghan has lived in the Bow Valley for four years and has reduced her teaching in the last two years since she’s had her little boy but still loves coming back to teach some classes.

$80

Preschool Yoga l 3 - 5 years Children aged 3 - 5 years can come enjoy a yoga class just for kids! Enjoy stories and games while exploring and learning about the poses and breathing involved with yoga.

Elevation Place Instructor: Meghan Brown Certified with Heart Rise Yoga for Children October 5 - November 9 6 classes l Wednesdays l 10:45 - 11:30 a.m. l #15801 $70

Bear Necessities l 3 - 5 years Bring your cub down to the Little Bears Den to develop creativity, social skills, and independence through stories, crafts, singing, playing, and gross motor activities. Each session will finish with a quiet connection. Please bring a small nut free snack. This program is perfect for the pre-schooler.

Elevation Place l Little Bears Den Instructor: Amber Leroux ECE 3 October 3 - November 28 (No class October 10) 8 classes l Mondays l 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. l #15800 $80

Quiet connection is a guided relaxing imagery that finishes off most, if not all of our children programs. This quiet time focuses on quieting the mind and breathing techniques. These two minutes help children of all ages and stages to focus and calm down. This is achieved by teachers putting a “magic” stone on the child’s forehead, the space between the eyebrows, followed by a relaxing story. Teachers have found that this time is often the children’s favourite time of programming!

Preschool Picasso l 3 - 5 years Do you know a little artist who loves to paint, draw, create, cut and paste? Join us in the Little Bears Den for a creative art-making experience. Through art activities and free play, children learn about art in their own way! Your preschooler will gain self-confidence through learning to hold a pencil, draw basic shapes, and develop fine motor skills using art and craft materials.

Please bring an old shirt to enjoy this time.

Elevation Place l Little Bears Den Instructor: Meghan Brown October 4 - November 8 6 classes l Tuesdays l 2:15 - 2:45 p.m. l #15799 $55

Gym and Swim l 3 - 5 years For preschoolers with energy to burn, these classes will offer a great combination of fun physical activities and swimming in the pool. Children will play games and use lots of equipment under the watchful eye of our instructors. Each session will finish with a quiet connection.

Please send your child with water and a snack.

Note: Children must be toilet trained and comfortable floating in a life jacket unassisted.

Elevation Place Instructor: Amber Leroux, ECE 3 October 6 - December 1 (No class November 10) 8 classes l Thursdays l 1:15 - 3:15 p.m. l #15798 October 6 - December 1 (No class November 10) 8 classes l Thursdays l 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. l #15796 $125

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child youth child youth child youth Child & Youth Programs NOTE: We do not accept drop-ins for Child & Youth Programs so please register early!

NEW! Multisport Pilot Program l 6 - 8 years One registration = 6 activities!

All sessions will be run by our Physical Literacy Facilitator in conjunction with various sport groups from around the Bow Valley. Try your hands (and feet) at dance, tennis, climbing, swimming, and a wide variety of fundamental movement skills such as running, jumping, and throwing. Sessions twice a week provide your child with the chance to try new things and make new friends all while burning off some energy.

Venues include Elevation Place, Ignite Dance Studio, and Lawrence Grassi School Gymnasium.

Detailed itinerary will be provided.

September 11 - December 13 26 classes Sundays: 5:00 - 5:45 p.m. and Tuesdays: 7:00 - 7:45 p.m. #15833 l $160

ArtRageous l 6 - 12 years Canmore Collegiate High School l Art Room Instructor: Jola Muran Note: Program supplies are included in the course fee.

Painting and Printmaking: Painting in various styles including water colour and acrylic painting. Learn about famous artists to gain inspiration. Try your hand at printmaking, including silk-screening like Andy Warhol on t-shirts, and specialty papers to frame later.

September 17 & 24; October 1, 22, & 29 and November 12 6 classes l Saturdays l 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. l #15806 $105 Clay Sculpture: Explore sculpture using pottery clay and colourful clays. Make a dragon or a unicorn or simply enjoy your abstract project to take home.

September 17 & 24; October 1, 22, & 29 and November 12 6 classes l Saturdays l 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. l #15807 $105 Both Painting & Drawing and Clay Sculpture : Enjoy both art options with supervision during lunch.

September 17 & 24; October 1, 22, & 29 and November 12 6 classes l Saturdays l 10:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. l #15808 $220

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FUNdamental Stage 6 - 9 Years Children should develop fundamental movement skills, including the ABCs of Agility, Balance, Coordination and Speed.

Children should participate in a fun and challenging multi-sport environment, creating a wide variety of structured activities will develop basic skills. http://canadiansportforlife.ca/ltad-stages/fundamental

Yoga Journey l 6 - 12 years Come join the Yoga journey! Your child will build selfawareness, body image, social skills, positive thinking and environmental awareness through cooperative games, themed activities, and yoga storytelling. Classes will include yoga postures, breathing exercises, meditation, and lots of room for self-expression.

Elevation Place Instructor: Amber Leroux, Rainbow Kids Yoga October 6 - December 1 (No class November 10) 8 classes l Thursdays l 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. l #15793 $125

Zumbatomic for Kids l 8 - 12 years Designed exclusively for kids, these Zumbatomic classes are rockin’, high-energy fitness parties packed with specially choreographed, kid-friendly routines and all the music kids love, like hip-hop, reggaeton, cumbia and more. Parents love the Zumbatomic because of the effects it has on kids; increasing their focus and self confidence, boosting metabolism, and enhancing coordination..

Elevation Place Instructor: Maria Guilhon, Zumba ZIN Member & Zumbatomic certified instructor September 20 - October 25 6 classes l Tuesdays l 4:30 - 5:15 p.m. l #15837 $85

Red Cross Babysitting Course l 11 - 15 years Want to start earning an income babysitting? Feel confident caring for children after this course. Learn to provide basic first aid and caregiving skills to younger children in a variety of age groups, and how to prevent and respond to emergencies.

Course also offers youth the training to promote themselves as a babysitter to prospective parents.

Course fee includes Red Cross Babysitter’s Manual and Babysitter Wallet Card.

Elevation Place October 15 1 class l Saturday l 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. l #15804 $60

NEW! BooTy® l 11 - 17 years BooTy® is a barefoot fitness program that empowers and strengthens both the mind and body. The BooTy® program combines high intensity fitness moves with powerful music and movement, creating a perfect balance between intensity and fun. Participants walk away feeling STRONG and inspired.

Elevation Place September 19 - November 21 (No class October 10 & 31) 8 classes l Mondays l 4:00 - 4:45 p.m. l #15832 $110 + GST

Train to Train 12 - 16 Years Young athletes need to build an aerobic base and consolidate their sport- specific skills. Towards the end of the stage, they need to focus on strength and the anaerobic energy system.

Increased training hours are needed at this stage to develop each athlete’s long-term potential. http://canadiansportforlife.ca/ltad-stages/train-train

Complimentary Gym Orientations for Youth 13 - 15 years Want to use the weight room or cardio rooms at Elevation Place? Take our one hour orientation program! Learn how to safely use the machines, the basic elements of a workout, and gym etiquette. Once you have taken this orientation, youth may use the fitness areas without adult supervision.

Please contact Customer Experience to set up your date and time with a Weight Room Monitor 403.678.8920.

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Fee Assistance for Participation in Sport & Recreation Town of Canmore Recreation Fee Assistance Canmore residents who receive AISH, Income Support, Alberta Health Benefits Support or have an income below the Low Income Cut-offs (LICO) plus 20% are eligible. Qualifying residents receive $250 per year for each adult and $350 for each child to use towards programs or membership that best meets their needs. The amount applied to any program or membership may not exceed 75% of the total program/membership fee.

Application available at www.canmore.ca or at the Customer Experience Desk at Elevation Place For more information contact: Marg Szamosfalvi, mszamosfalvi@canmore.ca or 403.678.8929

Town of Canmore Campership The Campership Program helps remove financial barriers that prevent local families from registering their children in Town camp programs by subsidizing their registration fees, up to a maximum of $200 per child per year. Canmore families who receive AISH, Income Support, Alberta Health Benefits Support or have an income below the Low Income Cut-offs (LICO) plus 20% are eligible. Camperships are for children and youth under the age of 18 years. This financial assistance is made available through the generous support of local community service organizations, businesses, the Canmore Rotary Club, and the Town of Canmore.

Application available at www.canmore.ca or at the Customer Experience Desk at Elevation Place For more information contact: Eva Caverhill, ecaverhill@canmore.ca or 403.678.8933

Elevation Place Senior+ Membership Canmore seniors over the age of 80 enjoy a complimentary membership at Elevation Place.

Must have proof of age and residency. Visit an agent at the Customer Experience Desk to be registered.

KidSport Bow Valley: So ALL Kids Can Play!

KidSport believes that no kid should be left on the sidelines and all should be given the opportunity to experience the positive benefits of organized sports. KidSport provides support to children in order to remove financial barriers that prevent them from playing organized sport. Low income families are eligible to access up to $500 per child per calendar year for registration fees in organized sport programs for their children 18 years old and under.

For more information or to apply contact: www.kidsport.ab.ca or 1.877.636.5328 or kidsportbv@gmail.com

Canadian Tire Jumpstart A national charitable program that helps financially challenged families get their kids ages 4 to 18 years old involved in organized sport and recreation. Funds help to cover registration, equipment and/or transportation costs up to $300 per child / per session.

Apply online at www.canadiantire.ca/Jumpstart

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Early Dismissal Fridays 6 - 12 years Looking for something for your kids to do during PD days and early dismissal Fridays? Have them join us at Elevation Place!

A recreation-based program for children 6 - 12 years of age to explore a variety of activities including swimming, games, crafts, climbing and more!

Please remember to check which dates your child needs, based on their school calendar.

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Early Dismissal Fridays l $35 Friday l 12:15 - 5:00 p.m.

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Pre Care: Pre Care for your child is available before 9:00 a.m. on PD Days from 8:30 - 9:00 a.m.

Free of charge, no pre-registration required.

Post Care: Post Care for your child is available after early dismissal and PD Fridays from 5:00 - 5:30 p.m.

Free of charge, no pre-registration required.

In order to ensure a safe and positive experience with us, please note: Participant information and a signed waiver must be completed prior to the program. Forms are available at Elevation Place Climbing Desk.

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Participants are required to bring their own lunch, snacks, and drinks. No nuts or nut by-products.

Full PD Day Fridays l $55 Friday l 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

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Big Fun Day Camps

Big Fun Day Camp Programs

Cancellation Policy Once a camp has begun, no refunds or credits will be given, unless it is for medical reasons and the request is accompanied by a medical note. There are no refunds, transfers or credits if you cancel within one week of the camp start date.

Age Categories Unless otherwise stated, please note children must be “age appropriate” by December 31, 2016 in order to register for camp. (ex.: if your child is currently 6 years old and will turn 7

by December 31, 2016 they can participate in the Big Fun 7 - 11 year old camps).

The Town of Canmore is pleased to provide quality day camp programs for children and youth in our community.

Children will have an opportunity to participate in activities that are FUN, safe, entertaining and meaningful.

Winter Break Activities for Children and Youth

Pre and Post Care l Ages 5 - 11 years Care for your child is available before and after full day camps at Elevation Place and the Canmore Recreation Centre. This is a service we provide free of charge and no pre-registration is required (8:30 - 9:00 a.m. and/or 5:00 - 5:30 p.m.).

Pick Up and Drop Off

General Camp Information

A legal guardian is responsible to sign participants in and out of camp each day. If someone else is picking up for you we need written instructions or we will not release your child. We also need written instructions if your child has your permission to sign in and out of camp on their own.

Please be respectful of pick up times. Our leaders have also had a full day and need to get home to rest up for the next day!

Register on-line at www.elevationplace.ca

Our Staff

December 27, 2016 - January 6, 2017 Registration starts August 22, 2016

Click on ‘Online Registration’. In order to use this service you will require an account at the Elevation Place with an e-mail address. Please stop by the Elevation Place Customer Experience Desk today or send an e-mail to elevationplace@canmore.ca to find out how you can start using on-line services today!

In Person

We understand the importance of building positive relationships between staff and participants.

Our staff has graduated from, or is currently enrolled in, a post-secondary program in the field of education, outdoor pursuits, recreation, or has equivalent experience. Each staff member also takes part in a training program prior to the first day of camp.

Elevation Place 700 Railway Avenue, Canmore, Alberta T1W 1P4 Email: elevationplace@canmore.ca Phone: 403.678.8920

Child and Youth Program Coordinator 403.678.8933 Elevation Place Customer Experience Desk 403.678.8920

Hours of Operation: Monday to Friday l 6:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday l 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Leader to Camper Ratios

Payment is due at the time of registration.

Program is subject to change.

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Unless otherwise stated, ratios for camp are as follows: 5 - 6 year olds 1:8 7 - 11 year olds 1:12

Big Fun Day Camp Programs Kinder Camp l 5 - 6 years Join us for a full day of cool games, crafts and activities.

Please ensure your child has indoor shoes and outdoor footwear and clothing.

Each day will include outdoor time, so please dress appropriately.

General Camp Information Lunches and Snacks Children will need to bring a nutritious bag lunch and two snacks for full day camps or a snack for half day camps.

No peanut or other nut products.

Canmore Recreation Centre $44 daily l 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

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Big Fun l 7 - 11 years Come in from the cold and join us for a full day of cool games, crafts and activities.

Each day will include outdoor time so please dress appropriately. Please ensure your child has indoor shoes and outdoor footwear/clothing.

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Registration for ALL Aquatics and Recreation programs from September - December begins on

Monday, August 22 at 7:00 a.m.

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Winter Break Camps

Put Your Best Foot Forward: Indoor Walking Opportunities in Canmore

WALKING… HELPS PREVENT HEART DISEASE • INCREASES HAPPINESS • INCREASES ENERGY • REDUCES THE RISK OF STROKE • HELPS US MANAGE STRESS • HELPS LOWER BLOOD PRESSURE

Indoor Walking Lane Schedule Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.

11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.

11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.

8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

Canmore Recreation Centre: Indoor Walking Lane 1900 8th Avenue, Canmore, AB 403.678.8920 l www.canmore.ca Please wear indoor shoes. This is an unsupervised area, use at your own risk. For your safety, consider walking with a partner. Children 12 years of age and under must be accompanied by an adult. Gymnastics equipment is strictly off limits. Access the walking lane through the change rooms. Please check in at the front desk prior to access. The walking lane is 384 feet (117 metres) long.

Free admission. Times subject to change.

Elevation Place: Tread Mills and Lazy River 700 Railway Avenue, Canmore, AB 403.678.8920 l www.elevationplace.ca Elevation Place is home to two Woodway CurveTM treadmills. The Woodway Curve is a non-motorized treadmill powered solely by a user’s legs. Speak with one of our Customer Experience Agents to arrange an orientation to the cardio weight room.

In addition, the Aquatic Centre features a low impact lazy river which provides a gentle current to walk against or with.

Drop in or membership fees apply. Local Canmore residents aged 80+ years are free. Proof of residency and date of birth is required.

Bow Valley Indoor Walking Program The Bow Valley Primary Care Network (PCN) recognizes the health benefits of walking and wants to support local residents in increasing their daily physical activity.

The Bow Valley PCN has partnered with the Town of Canmore’s Indoor Walking Lane to offer a FREE indoor walking program – open to all adults in the Bow Valley.

Mondays 10:45 - 11:45 a.m. and Wednesdays 11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. For more details, visit www.bowvalleypcn.ca or call 403.675.3000.

Bow Valley Primary Care Network Offers Free Pedometers Walk more with our help!

Tracking your steps daily has been proven to increase physical activity. To support this, the PCN is providing FREE pedometers to local adults. Stop by the front desk at the Canmore Recreation Centre during designated walking lane times to get yours today. $20 value.

Restrictions apply.

WALKING… HELPS WITH WEIGHT MANAGEMENT • BOOSTS BONE DENSITY • INCREASES ENERGY BURNS CALORIES • INCREASES GOOD CHOLESTEROL (HDL) LEVELS • IMPROVES OUR MENTAL HEALTH

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ELEVATION PLACE

HOLIDAY 12 PACK 12 ELEVATION PLACE ADMISSIONS FOR THE PRICE OF 10!

GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE! On Sale from November 14 until December 24 403.678.8920 l 700 Railway Avenue l www.elevationplace.ca

Saturday December 31, 2016

New Year’s Eve Party on the Pond!

This New Year’s Eve, your community will gather at the pond to skate under a starlit sky, warm up by the bonfires and enjoy a cup of hot chocolate while watching the fireworks. Join in and experience tradition. See you there!

2016 Party on the Pond

10th Street Pond 6 - 10 p.m.

• Music and entertainment • Hot dogs and hot chocolate • Bonfires to keep you warm • Skating and an evening out for the whole family • Family Fireworks at 8:30 p.m.

Join our group

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Millenium Park

• Midnight Fireworks at Millennium Park

Volunteer!

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Elevation Place Fitness

Elevation Place: 403.678.8920 Recreation Program Coordinator: 403.678.8919 mguay@canmore.ca

Active for Life l All Ages

Registration for ALL Aquatics and Recreation programs from September - December begins on Monday, August 22 at 7:00 a.m.

This stage can be entered at any age, beginning with developing physical literacy in infancy, and evolves to being Competitive for Life and/or Fit for Life through all phases of adulthood. In this stage, athletes and participants enjoy lifelong participation in a variety of competitive and recreational opportunities in sport and physical activity.

Core Fitness Class Schedule Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Friday

Saturday

6:15 - 7:00 a.m.

Body Weight

Yoga Flow

9:30 - 10:15 a.m.

12:10 - 12:55 p.m.

Thursday ViPRFit

HIIT

6:15 - 7:00 a.m.

Strengthen and Lengthen

Effective August 28 to December 17, 2016

Wild Card l 13+

9:30 - 10:15 a.m.

9:45 - 10:45 a.m.

Blast and Burn

Tabata

12:10 - 12:55 p.m.

Sweat & Sculpt

12:10 - 12:55 p.m.

12:10 - 12:55 p.m.

SpinFit

BallFit

12:10 - 12:55 p.m.

Yoga Flow l 13+

10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

12:10 - 12:55 p.m.

Total Body Workout

5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

ViPRFit

SpinFit

5:30 - 6:15 p.m.

5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Yoga Flow l 13+

StepFit

5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Sweat and Sculpt

6:45 - 7:30 p.m.

Cost: Core Drop-in classes are included with Elevation Place Membership or Daily Admission.

Space is limited: All fitness core class participants must pick up a core class pass at the Customer Experience Desk no earlier than 30 minutes prior to class start time. Picking up a pass will guarantee your spot in the class.

Child Minding Available 13+: 13 - 15 year old youth can participate with a supervising adult.

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Group Fitness Guidelines Please help us reduce your risk of injury and create an enjoyable exercise experience for all patrons by following these rules: • 5-minute rule: Participants may not enter a class five minutes after the scheduled start time. Entrance is prohibited after five minutes ensuring that all participants arrive early enough to find a spot and settle in without disruption and become sufficiently warmed up for the more vigorous parts of the class. Please respect this rule and the instructor when he/she enforces it.

• Please inform the instructor if you have any special considerations (e.g. pregnancy, injury, illness, recent surgery) which may influence your ability to take a class.

• Proper athletic footwear is mandatory in all fitness classes, with the exception of yoga.

• Participants must be 16 years and older to participate in our core drop-in group fitness classes.

• Youth 13 to 15 years of age must be supervised by an adult at all times in the fitness and cardio weight rooms unless they have taken a Complimentary Gym Orientations for Youth (see page 35 for details on how to register).

• Children 12 years and under are NOT permitted to use the fitness and cardio weight rooms.

Core Fitness Classes

BallFit: Large exercise balls, Bosu balls and toning balls

are the focus of this class! Learn how you can get a muscle conditioning, full body workout with these great pieces of equipment.

Blast & Burn: This full body workout infuses body weight, hand weights, balance, athletic and plyometric training exercises designed to increase core stability, muscular strength and cardiovascular endurance. Come to this fun, energetic, lively class and let your body have a blast!

Body Weight: No equipment, no worries! During this

class you will get a great cardio and strength workout using only your body weight. We will exercise through all planes of motion with a full range of motion. Guaranteed this class will make you stronger and more flexible!

HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training): HIIT class is

a total body, heart pumping, aerobic and strength conditioning workout. This interval-based class combines full-body strength training with high intensity cardio bursts designed to tone your body, improve your endurance and clear your mind before the busy days get started.

SpinFit: Come for a ride at EP! This class uses stationary

bikes and will take participants through a variety of different workouts from interval training to endurance and strength training. Intensity is self-monitored which makes it a great workout for beginners to advanced riders. Space is limited to 8 people/class – please pick up a core class pass at the Customer Experience Desk prior to class to guarantee your spot.

StepFit: Get ready to step it up!! This class utilizes a stepping platform to get your heart pumping and body moving! Basic step combinations are taught at varying intensity levels to meet all fitness abilities.

Strengthen and Lengthen: This class will offer up a nice dose of relative strengthening using body weight movements then ease into a strong focus on flexibility. Using the breath and strong mental and physical awareness, this class is guaranteed to enhance flexibility, and improve body alignment.

Sweat and Sculpt: Get rid of the mid-week blues with this full-body conditioning workout. Challenge your cardio, develop stability and strengthen your core. Enhance your overall performance and build your endurance. Whatever your fitness level, this workout environment will inspire and keep you coming back for more!

Tabata: Tabata is a fun and challenging high intensity

interval training protocol developed to achieve serious results fast! Blast through a series of 8 (20 second) intervals of an exercise before moving on to the next. Improves cardiovascular endurance and strengthens muscle all the while burning calories and toning your body. This workout is ideal for intermediate and advanced fitness enthusiasts looking to change up their routine and burst through plateaus.

Total Body Workout: Sweat it up with this fun high-

energy workout that combines cardio challenges and total body conditioning using a variety of exercise tools such as hand weights, resistance bands, BOSU, toning and stability balls.

Burn it up!

ViPRFit: This class is based on the new concept of Loaded

Movement Training and incorporates the ViPR® as a tool for building resistance, agility and core training for the majority of the class. Leave the dumbbells, stability balls and speed ladders behind! This class is suited for all fitness abilities and levels.

Our instructors are ViPR® certified and very excited to challenge you with this new class!

Wild Card: Break out of your routine with a different type of class each week! Anything goes with this class, where each week a different kind of work out will be taught.

Challenge yourself by stepping into the unknown and have fun getting fit.

Yoga Flow: A great class for people new to yoga! There

will always be modifications, so you can work at the level best suited for you. The focus will be to flow enough to work out the stagnation from a day of work, as well as clear the mind and ease the body. You’ll be guided through postures in a Vinyasa style, beginning with the basic poses, but allowing for more challenging poses based on your practice level. Props may be incorporated into the class to add diversity and intensity.

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fitness wellness fitness wellness fitness wellness Do any of the Registered Fitness and Wellness classes interest you?

Course start and end dates, class descriptions, barcodes and costs can be found below.

• Registered classes require a minimum number of registrants in order to run. Program may be cancelled one week prior to course start. Register early to avoid disappointment!

• Drop-ins are accepted for fitness and wellness registered classes unless otherwise noted. The fee is $12 per class (non-members) or $10 per class (members) • Cost: Registered courses are NOT included with Elevation Place Membership or Daily Admission. Members receive a discount.

• Please register no later than course start date.

No late registrations will be accepted.

Fitness & Wellness Registered Courses Schedule Child Minding Available.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday SpinYin with Sara

8:15 - 9:15 a.m.

Stott Pilates

SpinYin

9:15 - 10:15 a.m.

Yoga Without Age

10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Spin for Beginners

12:10 - 12:55 p.m.

9:15 - 10:15 a.m.

Beginner Weights

Ballet Fitness

9:30 - 10:30 a.m.

9:30 - 10:30 a.m.

Power Cycling

Power Cycling

12:10 - 12:55 p.m.

12:10 - 12:55 p.m.

Power Cycling

5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Learn to Jump Rope

6:45 - 7:30 p.m. (no drop-in) Yoga for Personal Power

7:45 - 8:45 p.m.

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Hoop Dance

6:30 - 8:00 p.m. (no drop-in)

Zumba

6:45 - 7:45 p.m.

Jump Rope for Fitness

6:45 - 7:30 p.m. (no drop-in)

Ballet Fitness

NEW! Jump Rope for Fitness

This class is designed for dancers and non-dancers alike.

This class consists of moves that combine strength and grace which provide focused muscle toning, stretching, and stamina building. We will work on alignment and posture, agility and co-ordination. One can achieve a higher level of fitness with easy to follow exercises and techniques to help slim, strengthen, refine and tone the entire body.

Add the jump rope to your training routine; learn to use as a warm up or a complete work out. Jump rope at high intensity can burn up to 480 calories in three 10 minute intervals!

Learn basic jump skills to more complex skills, including double unders, crossovers, turning, side swing crossovers and much more. Jump rope intervals will be balanced with strength and core training. This will be a fun, high energy class with great music to get your jump on. No jump rope skills required but you will need to be physically fit.

Note: Jump rope sized for you is included in the course fee and valued at $15.

No drop-in for this class.

Elevation Place Instructor: Kelly Attridge

Elevation Place l Child Minding Available Instructor: Danielle Leigh Marron September 30 - November 25 (No class November 11) 8 classes l Fridays l 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. l #15644 $72 + GST

Beginner Weights Not sure what to do with dumbbells? Not sure if you are using the correct form when you are exercising? Would you like to learn your way around the weight room? This basic weight-training course will also incorporate low impact cardio exercises that will help kick start your new workout routine!

No drop-in for this class.

Elevation Place l Child Minding Available Instructor: Meghan Brown October 5 - November 9 6 classes l Wednesdays l 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. l #15638 $80 + GST

Elevation Place members receive discounts on programs.

NEW! Learn to Jump Rope Learn basic jump rope skills that will increase your speed and agility and gain the confidence to jump rope as a warm up or a complete workout. Burn up to 16 calories/minute! We will gradually increase jump rope interval times until you are rocking a 3 minute round. Strength and core training will be included. This will be a fun class with great music to get your jump on; you may never want to get on a treadmill again.

No jump rope skills required; all fitness levels welcome.

Note: Jump rope sized for you is included in the course fee and valued at $15.

No drop-in for this class.

October 6 - November 24 8 classes l Thursdays l 6:45 - 7:30 p.m. l #15642 $89 + GST

Modern Hoop Dance l Multilevel Larger and heavier adult sized hoops make modern hooping accessible to everyone. This is a multilevel class where beginners will be introduced to the fundamental movements of modern hoop dance, and intermediate students will expand their repertoire with new moves and variations. Together we’ll explore drills and exercises to cultivate your flow and creative movement within the hoop, all while working up a sweat and toning your body.

Note: Hoops are available for purchase from the instructor for $45 and loaner hoops are available for use during class.

No drop-in for this class.

Elevation Place Instructor: Carla Snow October 4 - November 22 8 classes l Tuesdays l 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. $122 + GST l #15667

Elevation Place Instructor: Kelly Attridge October 17 - November 21 6 classes l Mondays l 6:45 - 7:30 p.m. l #15643 $72 + GST

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swim wellness swim fitness wellness fitness wellness fitness Power Cycling

SpinYin

Start training more effectively for your next bike season and maximize power output – now! Aimed at intermediate to advanced cyclists, this class applies power training principles (watts) in an indoor cycling setting. State of the art Keiser M Series bikes and computer displays will motivate you to achieve top performance by providing immediate feedback and tracking cardiovascular improvement on an ongoing basis. An experienced coach will lead you through functional threshold testing sessions, as well as a variety of challenging drills that will get your heart pumping and your legs burning!

We will cycle for 40 minutes and follow up with 20 minutes of Yin Yoga. Yin yoga is a gentle practice and perfect for yoga beginners. Yin yoga is great for athletes – cyclists, climbers, runners, swimmers, skiers- who need the opportunity to allow their muscles to disengage and lengthen passively. Yin works on opening the hips, back and shoulders through long gentle holds. Each pose is held for approximately 3 - 5 minutes. It is the perfect complement to active energizing spinning!

Space is limited to 8 people/class – please register early to guarantee a spot.

Space is limited to 8 people/class – please register early to guarantee a spot. No late registrations will be accepted.

Elevation Place

Instructor: Sandy Klimove l Child Minding Available September 28 - November 2 6 classes l Wednesdays l 12:10 - 12:55 p.m. l #15652 $57 + GST Instructor: Melissa Katona November 9 - December 14 6 classes l Wednesdays l 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. l #15653 $57 + GST Instructor: Lindsey Williams l Child Minding Available October 11 - December 13 10 classes l Tuesdays l 12:10 - 12:55 p.m. l #15651 $95 + GST

NEW! Spin for Beginners This class is for those who have never taken spin classes before. Learn the basics of cycling, come and enjoy the interaction, driving energy and beats from fantastic music and get one of the best cardio workouts you can do in a group exercise setting. A ‘must’ for all new riders of all fitness levels.

Space is limited to 8 people/class – please register early to guarantee a spot. No late registrations will be accepted.

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Child Minding Available

October 17 - November 21 6 classes l Mondays l 12:10 - 12:55 p.m. l #15640 $57 + GST

Registration for ALL Aquatics and Recreation programs from September - December begins on Monday, August 22 at 7:00 a.m.

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Instructor: Lindsey Williams l Child Minding Available September 30 - December 9 (No class November 11) 10 classes l Fridays l 9:15 - 10:15 a.m. l #15639 $95+ GST Instructor: Sara Alarie October 1 - November 19 8 classes l Saturdays l 8:15 - 9:15 a.m. l #15658 $78+ GST

Stott Pilates l Mixed Level This mat-based workout has a focus on body conditioning that will help build flexibility, muscle strength, and endurance in the legs, abdominals, arms, hips, and back.

It puts emphasis on spinal and pelvic alignment, breathing, developing a strong core, as well as improving coordination and balance. Props will be incorporated to create variety and to challenge all muscle groups. Modifications will be provided for various levels.

Elevation Place Instructor: Michelle McLaren l

Child Minding Available

September 28 - November 30 10 classes l Wednesdays l 9:15 - 10:15 a.m. l #15666 $110 + GST

NEW! Yoga without Age Yoga for every body! If you want to try yoga, or even if you are familiar with it, we welcome you to pursue this clarifying, rejuvenating and relaxing pursuit. We will address posture, alignment, breath and above all enjoyment in every class.

No special clothes necessary, no age limits and perfect for first timers that may feel uncomfortable in a regular yoga class setting.

Elevation Place Instructor: Lin Heidt October 11 - November 15 6 classes l Tuesdays l 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. l #15636 $72 + GST

NEW! Yoga for Personal Power This playful approach to yoga encourages strength, flexibility, vitality and proper breathing. Take time for yourself to resource, calm and peace out by joining body breath and mind. This class will challenge you to step up to your edge, and unlock your hidden potential for achieving authentic personal power.

This ALL LEVELS flow class is a strong but gentle approach to yoga and allows beginners, intermediate and advanced students to be challenged in the same class. Come and join me on the mat for a feeling good yoga practice that will leave you with a sense of accomplishment and empowerment.

Be prepared to SHINE! Elevation Place Instructor: Caroline Paradis September 26 - November 7 (No class October 10) 6 classes l Mondays l 7:45 - 8:45 p.m. l #15655 $72 + GST

Co-Ed Drop-In Recreational Sports 2016 October 11- December 16, 2016 and January 9 - May 19, 2017 Drop in is a great way to have an active lifestyle and meet new people. There are a variety of sports available throughout the week ranging from badminton, volleyball, pickle ball and soccer.

All drop-in programs are designed for adult 16 years + and operate on a first come, first serve basis.

Fee $6 (equipment included) NOTE: Schedule is subject to change on a regular basis.

Visit: www.canmore.ca/Courses-and-Programs/ for updated No Play dates.

Zumba®! Ditch the Routine, Join the Party!

Zumba ® is a Latin-inspired, dance-fitness class combining fast and slow rhythms with cardio and muscle-toning benefits.

Dance to Merengue, Salsa, Cumbia, Reggaeton, Hip Hop and more. Dancers & non-dancers alike immediately and easily master a Zumba® class. It’s fun! Let loose, rock out, have a blast and burn calories. Zumba® is “Exercise in Disguise”.

Canmore Recreation Centre Instructor: Maria Guilhon, Zumba ZIN Member & Instructor September 28 - November 30 10 classes l Wednesdays l 6:45 - 7:45 p.m. l #15631 $104 + GST

Instructor Spotlight Meet Julie Julie is an adventure seeker, who can often be found playing on mountain ridges, running the local trails, biking at the Nordic Centre or participating in endurance races. Julie takes great pleasure in helping people to achieve their goals, fitness-related and on a personal level. Coming from a Social work background, she has a great understanding for people and loves to help them succeed.

Julie is CanFitPro certified with a Fitness Instructor Specialist certificate, Keiser Spin Fit certified and LeHitt® certified. A new Fitness instructor in the trade, Julie is very excited and eager to help you achieve your fitness goals. Her high energy and positive spirit will be sure to boost your energy and leave you eager to reach your full potential!

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Elevation Place Fitness

fitness wellness fitness

Town of Canmore Nutrition & Wellness

Recreation Department NEW!

Nutrition & Wellness Canmore Collegiate High School Instructor: Tanya Sullivan C.H.N., NNCP, Certified Holistic Nutritionist™

Digestion: The Basis of Health Almost 50% of doctor visits are directly related to digestive issues. We will dive into the nuts and bolts of how our digestive system works and some simple steps to move into better functioning digestion.

October 26 l Wednesday l 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. l #15825 $20 + GST

Fermented Foods: Feed Your Microbiome Everything old is new again. There is a huge amount of new research on the value of fermented foods, from yogurt and kefir to kombucha and sauerkraut. We’ll learn why it’s important to include fermented foods in your diet and talk about easy ways to add them.

November 2 l Wednesday l 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. l #15826 $20 + GST

Food Sensitivities: One’s food is Another’s Poison What’s the difference between a sensitivity, an intolerance and an allergy? Why are more and more people becoming unable to tolerate every day foods? We’ll discuss causes, symptoms, testing methods and strategies for coping with dietary restrictions.

November 9 l Wednesday l 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. l #15827 $20 + GST

Autoimmune Conditions: New Age Epidemic There are nearly 100 identified autoimmune conditions. 1 in 12 North Americans suffer from an autoimmune condition.

Why does the body attack itself and what can you do to cope?

What is the gut health connection to autoimmune conditions?

November 16 l Wednesday l 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. l #15828 $20 + GST

Don’t Let a Good Class Die Good classes sometimes die before they’ve begun because well-intentioned (and busy) people delay enrolling.

Please register at least one week in advance. Classes with insufficient registrants have to be cancelled.

On-Line: Go to www.canmore.ca In order to use this service you will require an account at Elevation Place with an e-mail address. Please stop by the customer experience desk or send an e-mail to elevationplace@canmore.ca to find out how you can start using on-line services today!

In Person: Elevation Place Monday to Friday, 6:00 a.m. - 9:45 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday, 8:00 a.m. - 8:45 p.m.

By Phone: Call 403.678.8920 leave your name, phone number and registration information.

By Fax: At 403.678.8934

Workshop: How to Make Fermented Foods Learn how to make sauerkraut, fermented mixed vegetables and kombucha in this half-day work-shop. Live demonstration of the techniques involved. We’ll touch on other fermented foods and their benefits on your gut health, immune health and psychological health.

November 19 l Saturday l 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. $60 + GST l #15829

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Certifications First Aid Courses are now advertised in the Aquatics section of The Community Guide.

Please see page 60.

Skating The objective of the program is to train hockey players who already have basic forward, backward, and stopping skills.

They will be taught the proper technique to develop maximum speed, balance, and agility. Each exercise will be learned correctly - which means slowly at first, and then increasing speed as proper technique is achieved.

Protective helmet is required.

Canmore Recreation Centre Instructor: Meghan Jones, NCCP Level 3 September 28 - November 16 8 classes l Wednesdays l 9:15 - 10:15 a.m. $105 + GST l #15624

Adult Power Skate l Advanced This class is perfect for those who have taken the Adult Power Skate class with Meghan and wish to further improve their skills.

Protective helmet is required.

Canmore Recreation Centre Instructor: Meghan Jones, NCCP Level 3 September 29 - November 17 8 classes l Thursdays l 9:15 - 10:15 a.m. $105 + GST l #15621

Parent & Tot Learn to Skate Is your child a little nervous to try skating on their own or wants you on the ice? This program is designed for beginners from 3 - 5 years assisted by a parent. We focus on fun, participation and basic skill development. Lessons are given in a group format and led by an NCCP Level 3 certified coach.

Teaching aids, music and a wide variety of activities will create a fun environment and promote learning.

Protective helmets are required.

Note: Only the parent needs to register for the class.

Canmore Recreation Centre Instructor: Meghan Jones, NCCP Level 3 September 30 - November 25 (No class November 11) 8 classes l Fridays l 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. $105 + GST l #15625

Learn to Skate l Beginner Would you like to learn how to skate? Skating is a great way to keep fit and a fun way to enjoy the winter months!

This course is geared toward adult learners who have no skating experience, and is instructed by a NCCP Level 3 certified coach.

Protective helmet is required.

Canmore Recreation Centre Instructor: Meghan Jones, NCCP Level 3 September 26 - November 21 (No class October 10) 8 classes l Mondays l 9:15 - 10:15 a.m. $105 + GST l #15626

Women Hockey Skills Hockey Skills teaches women individual hockey skills and is appropriate for beginner players as well as some intermediate players looking for targeted practice and instruction. Why not give it a try in a fun, friendly environment that will focus on the fundamental skills of hockey – skating, stick handling, puck control, shooting and passing.

Participants must be able to skate. Full equipment is a requirement. CSA certified helmet with full face mask, mouth and neck guards (optional), shoulder, elbow and shin pads, hockey gloves, athletic supporter, hockey pants, hockey socks, skates and hockey stick.

Canmore Recreation Centre Instructor: Evan McFeeters September 30 - December 9 (No class November 11) 10 classes l Fridays l 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. $117 + GST l #15622

Private Skating Instruction l All Ages Whether your interest is in learning to skate, improving your skating skills, power skating or figure skating, you’ll be matched with a qualified NCCP certified coach who will teach and challenge you at exactly the right pace for you.

For more information please contact the Recreation Program Coordinator at 403.678.8919 or mguay@canmore.ca at least 2 weeks in advance.

These 1 hour lessons are offered on per request basis and depending on ice availability. $165/hour/child during private ice time $75/45 minutes/child during public skate time $95/hour/child during public skate time

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Skating

Adult Power Skate l Beginner

Languages

Languages Advanced Conversational French

Intermediate French

This course is designed to progress advanced learners of French into more fluent and natural communication. Each class will include vocabulary-building and grammar, but the main focus will be on speaking and conversation. Topics for learning and discussion will vary with student interest.

This course is designed for those who have completed French 1, or for those who have a basic knowledge of the language and want to take it to the next level. You will improve your French language skills through vocabulary expansion, practical conversation, pronunciation, and grammar exercises.

Elevation Place l Child Minding Available Instructor: Magda Zablotni

Elevation Place Instructor: Magda Zablotni Note: Course textbook is included in the course fee.

October 17 - December 12 9 classes l Mondays l 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. l #15670

October 17 - December 12 9 classes l Mondays l 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. l #15671 $135 + GST

Intermediate Conversational French

$155 + GST

Build conversation skills in a relaxed group setting. Speak French more fluently and learn to communicate with confidence! Each class will include vocabulary-building and grammar, but the main focus will be on speaking and conversation. Topics for learning and discussion will vary with student interest.

Elevation Place l Child Minding Available Instructor: Magda Zablotni October 17 - December 12 9 classes l Mondays l 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. l #15669 $135 + GST

Beginner French Ready to learn French in a friendly and fun-filled atmosphere?

Through diverse teaching methods, learn basic grammar, vocabulary and phrases necessary to communicate easily in everyday situations. Looking forward to seeing you in class!

Elevation Place Instructor: Magda Zablotni Note: Course textbook is included in the course fee.

October 17 - December 12 9 classes l Mondays l 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. l #15668 $155 + GST

Register at least one week in advance.

Classes with insufficient registrants have to be cancelled.

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Spanish Language and Culture 1

This course is designed for people who wish to learn a second or third language. Learn basic grammar, vocabulary and conversation skills and cultural topics for travel or further education.

Elevation Place Instructor: Christian Lendi Note: A course textbook costs $20 and is available to purchase from the instructor.

October 4 - November 22 8 classes l Tuesdays l 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. l #15659 $111 + GST

Spanish Language and Culture 2 Broaden your understanding of the Spanish language! The basic Spanish speaker will be provided with more vocabulary and structures to improve the quality of their conversations when travelling to Spanish-speaking countries. Practice speaking and listening in many different thematic settings.

As well, try out some colloquial phrases to develop more native-like expression.

Elevation Place Instructor: Christian Lendi Note: A course textbook costs $20 and is available to purchase from the instructor.

October 6 - November 24 8 classes l Thursdays l 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. l #15660 $111 + GST

Town of Canmore Let’s Talk About Food...

Refreshing Information About Bottled Water

at Town of Canmore Facilities

• Since 2009, with the support of the Federation of Canadian

Municipalities, the Town of Canmore phased out the sale and purchase of bottled water at our facilities where potable water is available.

• Instead of bottled water, we encourage the community to

drink our high quality municipal water, freely accessible in our facilities.

Why? • This decision is in line with the Town of Canmore’s municipal

commitment to sustainability, and supports our broader waste diversion goals, reduces litter, lowers waste disposal costs for the Town and provides an opportunity to promote our clean, safe municipal water supply.

• For most Canadians, excellent drinking water is as close as the

We invite you back to the tap.

•

We are pleased to offer our clean, safe, free municipal water in our municipal facilities.

•

Affordable, attractive, reusable water bottles are for sale at the Customer Experience desk.

Enjoy!

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nearest fountain or faucet. Municipal drinking water is safe, reliable and affordable. This is certainly the case in Canmore.

• Tap water is more sustainable than bottled water.

• The lifecycle of a plastic water bottle creates significant amounts

of greenhouse gases, impacting the climate,and results in additional waste in landfills when they are not recycled.

• Water is a human right.

• Up to 40% of bottled water in Canada and the US is actually

sourced from municipal tap water.

• In the vast majority of Canadian cities, tap water undergoes far

more regular and strenuous testing than bottled water.

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Elevation Place Climbing Gym

Elevation Place Climbing Gym

Open Access Hours: Monday to Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday: 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Statutory Holidays: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Climbing Supervisor: 403.678.8927 smckay@canmore.ca

Core Climbing Classes

Climbing Coordinator: 403.678.8926 bspear@canmore.ca

Introduction to Climbing Movement 13+ years

Climbing Gym Features •

Over 1000 m2 (11,000 ft²) of climbing surface • Walls up to 15 m (45’) tall • Varied terrain with over 100 colour-coded climbs for climbers of all abilities • Over 40 top rope anchors to choose from with many set for lead climbing • Seven automatic belay systems for novices and climbers without partners • Dedicated bouldering terrain • Equipment rentals available • Climbing lessons available

Climbing is natural and intuitive, but after our instructors provide a few handy tips, you’ll find that technique and balance are more important than strength!

We recommend that you bring or rent climbing shoes for this fundamentals class.

Top Rope Belay Service l 15+ years If you don’t have a climbing partner or don’t know how to belay, come to the gym 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Wednesdays and Fridays to try top rope climbing while being belayed by our staff. If you have passed your lead belay test, you can get a lead belay as well.

Maximum group size: Six participants.

Core Climbing Class Schedule Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Effective August 28 to December 17, 2016

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Introduction to Climbing Movement

12:10 - 12:55 p.m.

Introduction to Climbing Movement

6:45 - 7:30 p.m.

Top Rope Belay Service

Top Rope Belay Service

6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Child Minding Available.

Core Drop-In classes are included with an Elevation Place Membership or Daily Admission. Schedule is subject to change.

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Getting Started at the Wall Access, Waivers and Orientations All climbers, adult supervisors and visitors on the climbing gym floor must have a valid day pass, Go Beyond Membership (see page PENDING) or be part of an Elevation Place conducted program. In addition, everyone on the climbing gym floor must have a signed waiver or acknowledgement of risk form completed within the previous year. These may be signed at Elevation Place at our digital waiver stations or online at www.canmore.ca/ClimbingGym. Note: Adults must validate their waiver by bringing photo ID to the climbing desk during their first visit.

Once the waiver or acknowledgement of risk form is validated at the climbing desk, climbing staff will conduct a no-charge orientation to the climbing gym for the first-time climber or adult supervisor.

Equipment Rentals Climbing Shoes Harness Belay Device Chalk Bag Package (Shoes, Harness, Belay Device, Chalk Bag) Member/ Youth Package Deal

$5 + GST $5 + GST $2 + GST $2 + GST $10 + GST $8 + GST

Climbing for Children Children aged 4 years and older are welcome at Elevation Place climbing gym – we even have climbs set for our youngest climbers! Each child must have a waiver signed by one of their parents once a year at the climbing desk.

Children under age 13 must have an adult day pass holder or an adult Elevation Place member with them at all times to provide supervision.

Climbing Youth Groups: Birthdays, school groups, sports teams and other youth groups We offer great climbing programs for Birthdays, school groups, sports teams and other youth groups. Bring a group together for a private course on your schedule with professional instruction, reserved wall space and affordable rates.

Experience the best of our wall! Email bspear@canmore.ca or smckay@canmore.ca for more information. Some date and time restrictions apply to ensure that we don’t have multiple groups on the wall at the same time and still provide member and drop-in access. Allow at least 3 business days advance notice.

Note: Youth groups larger than 4 require a program booking.

Climbing Cross Training Climbing is a great cross training activity for many sports and local sports teams have used the wall to balance their training. We can set up multi-session schedules that start with professionally instructed programs to build and evaluate athlete’s technical skills, then continue on with additional sessions with our coaching staff and yours at planned and reserved times so your team can train.

Climbing Activities Bouldering We have dedicated bouldering terrain up to 3 m (10’) high where climbers of all experience levels can challenge themselves without ropes or other technical equipment.

To boulder, you must: • Have completed a waiver and orientation • Be aged 13 years or older OR • Be aged 4 - 12 years of age with a supervisor aged 16 years or older who has completed a waiver and orientation.

Automatic Belay System Climbing We have seven automatic belay systems with climbs challenging beginners to experts that allow even a novice to climb a 10 m (30’) wall and be lowered smoothly to the ground. We can train.

To use the Automatic Belay system, you must: • Have a climbing harness (rentals available at the Customer Experience desk) • Have completed a waiver and orientation • Have completed the five minute no-charge training with our climbing staff (just ask!)

• Be aged 13 years or older OR • Be aged 4 - 12 years of age with a supervisor aged 16 years or older who has completed a waiver and orientation.

Minimum climber weights are 12 kg (28 lbs.) and non-climbing parents can be trained to harness and connect their children for a great family climbing day.

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Elevation Place Climbing Gym

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Climbing Activities

Adult Climbing Programs

Top Rope Climbing

Learn the Ropes l 13+ years

We have plenty of top rope climbing terrain to challenge all abilities.

To top rope belay, you must: • Have climbing harnesses and belay devices (rentals available at the Customer Experience desk) • Have completed a waiver and orientation • Completed the Top Rope Belay Test • Be aged 13 years or older.

OR • Be aged 9 - 12 years, and have an adult on the ground who has also passed the top rope belay test.

Climbers who have passed the top rope belay test can belay people who haven’t passed the top rope belay test, but cannot teach or review the belay skills with the person.

Elevation Place Top Rope Belay Test: $5 Note: The belay test isn’t a course or lesson. Current Top Rope belaying skills and recent experience (more recently than two years) are required for this test. Our Learn The Ropes course (see page 54) and multi-week youth courses (see page 56) include all of the skills for the test. Learn the Ropes is also a great review for those who haven’t belayed recently. Similar courses are held at climbing gyms in other cities and towns.

Only our staff can teach or review knots, harnesses and belaying to other users in Elevation Place.

Lead Climbing We have plenty of lead climbing terrain to challenge all abilities.

To lead climb or lead belay, you must be: • Have completed a waiver and orientation • Completed the Lead Belay Test • Be 16 years or older OR • Be 13 - 15 years of age and have an adult supervisor on the ground who has also passed the lead test.

Elevation Place Lead Belay Test: $7 Note: Current lead climbing and belaying skills with recent experience (more recently than two years) are required for this test. Our Learn To Lead course (see page 55) includes all of the skills for the test. It’s also a great review for those who haven’t lead climbed or belayed recently. Similar courses are held at climbing gyms in other cities and towns.

Only our staff can teach or review lead climbing and lead belaying to other users in Elevation Place.

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Are you ready to try top rope climbing? Do you want to take your kids climbing on other parts of the wall? Did you climb years ago and are ready for a refresher? If the answer to any of these questions is YES, then this is the course for you!

No prior experience is needed.

This professionally instructed, two hour course includes all climbing equipment and will give you the skills to pass the Elevation Place Top Rope Belay Test. You will learn how to use climbing harnesses, tie the most important knot in climbing, belay with two common belay devices and learn the skills and safety procedures for indoor top rope climbing.

Course fees include all climbing equipment and access to the climbing wall during class times. $42 + GST #15568

Thursday, September 8

6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

#15569

Sunday, September 11

6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

#15570

Tuesday, September 13

9:00 - 11:00 a.m.

#15571

Sunday, September 18

6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

#15572

Thursday, September 22

6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

#15573

Sunday, September 25

6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

#15574

Tuesday, September 27

9:00 - 11:00 a.m.

#15575

Sunday, October 2

6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

#15576

Thursday, October 6

6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

#15577

Tuesday, October 11

9:00 - 11:00 a.m.

#15578

Sunday, October 16

6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

#15579

Thursday, October 20

6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

#15580

Sunday, October 23

6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

#15581

Tuesday October 25

9:00 - 11:00 a.m.

#15582

Sunday, October 30

6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

#15583

Sunday, November 6

6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

#15584

Tuesday, November 8

9:00 - 11:00 a.m.

#15585

Sunday, November 13

6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

#15586

Thursday, November 17

6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

#15587

Sunday, November 20

6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

#15588

Tuesday, November 22

9:00 - 11:00 a.m.

#15589

Sunday, November 27

6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

#15590

Thursday, December 1

6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

#15734

Tuesday, December 6

9:00 - 11:00 a.m.

#15735

Sunday, December 11

6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

#15736

Thursday, December 15

6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

#15737

Sunday, December 18

6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

#15738

Thursday, December 22

6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Registration for ALL Aquatics and Recreation programs from September - December Monday, August 22 at 7:00 a.m.

Private Learn the Ropes Don’t see the dates you prefer? Bring a group together for a private course on your schedule (some date and time restrictions apply).

Email smckay@canmore.ca or bspear@canmore.ca for more information.

2 - 4 participants: $60 + GST each 5 - 8 participants: $50 + GST each

Learn to Lead l 15+ years Are you ready to take your climbing to the next level? Do you want to build some of the foundation skills for climbing outside? Lead climbing adds challenge and commitment to climbs and opens opportunities for further development.

This professionally instructed three hour course covers lead climbing belaying, clipping, lead climbing strategy and managing the risks around lead climbing falls. Course fees include all climbing equipment and access to the climbing wall during class times.

Participants should be comfortable top rope belaying and be able to climb 5.9 routes September 10 l Saturday l 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. l #15591 October 1 l Saturday l 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. l #15592 October 22 l Saturday l 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. l #15593 November 12 l Saturday l 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. l #15594 November 26 l Saturday l 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. l #15595 December 10 l Saturday l 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. l #15596 $80 + GST

Learn the Moves l 15+ years Are you looking at developing your movement skills to break into 5.10 climbing with style? Climbing well is about footwork, balance and efficiency. This four week course explores the foundations of movement and balance to start out on the right foot and get you to the top of the wall.

Course fees include all climbing equipment and access to the climbing wall during class times.

Prerequisites: Complete a Top Rope Belay Test at Elevation Place September 9 - 30 4 classes l Fridays l 7:30 - 9:25 p.m. l #15566 October 7 - 28 4 classes l Fridays l 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. l #15567 November 18 - December 9 4 classes l Fridays l 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. l #15619 $99 + GST

Climbing Performance Series l 15+ years If you’re ready to take your climbing into 5.11 and beyond, then these are the group training and coaching programs for you! Small group sizes and customized coaching will give you the technique and training tools you need to start climbing a number grade harder.

Course fees include all climbing equipment and access to the climbing wall during class times.

Prerequisites: Complete a Top Rope Belay Test at Elevation Place and climb 5.10c or higher.

September 11 - October 23 (No class October 9) 6 classes l Sundays l 6:30 - 8:25 p.m. l #15557 October 30 - December 4 6 classes l Sundays l 6:30 - 8:25 p.m. l #15558 $125 + GST

Mature Movement l 50+ years

Don’t see the dates you prefer?

Bring a group together for a private course on your schedule (some date and time restrictions apply).

Email smckay@canmore.ca or bspear@canmore.ca for more information.

The Elevation Place Climbing Gym is an active living hub for people of all ages. This program builds confidence, skills and fitness in a social, fun and supportive environment. The program pace is set for success while building the efficiency, skills, strength and stability required for this exciting sport. In addition to climbing the wall, you’ll learn the skills to climb independently.

Course fees include all climbing equipment and access to the climbing wall during class times.

2 - 4 participants: $100 + GST each 5 - 8 participants: $90 + GST each

September 14 - October 19 6 classes l Wednesdays l 9:00 - 10:25 a.m. l #15597

Private Learn to Lead

November 9 - December 14 6 classes l Wednesdays l 9:00 - 10:25 a.m. l #15598 $100 + GST

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Mature Movement Advanced l 50+ years

Climbing Discovery Kids l 5 - 7 years

By popular demand we have a second level of this program.

Continue reaching higher with our professional instructors and other motivated, active older adults.

Course fees include all climbing equipment and access to the climbing wall during class times.

Climbing Discovery Kids is designed to get your kids hooked on climbing with lots of top rope climbing, automatic belay system climbing and bouldering! Smaller ratios and energetic staff make for a fun experience and lots of climbing!

Course fees include all climbing equipment and access to the climbing wall during class times.

September 15 - October 20 6 classes l Thursdays l 9:00 - 10:25 a.m. l #15600 November 10 - December 15 6 classes l Thursdays l 9:00 - 10:30 a.m. l #15601 $110 + GST

Register at least one week in advance.

Classes with insufficient registrants have to be cancelled.

Child and Youth Programs Wall Crawlers l 4 - 5 years Kids love to climb and the Elevation Place climbing gym is a great place for their first steps into the vertical world. Wall Crawlers learn climbing moves, balance, coordination and confidence through play and adventure while being belayed and supervised by our instructors.

Course fees include all climbing equipment and access to the climbing wall during class times.

September 10 - October 22 (No class October 8) 6 classes l Saturdays l 1:00 - 1:55 p.m. l #15606 September 11 - October 23 (No class October 9) 6 classes l Sundays l 1:00 - 1:55 p.m. l #15607 September 20 - October 25 6 classes l Tuesdays l 11:00 - 11:55 a.m. l #15604 September 22 - October 27 6 classes l Thursdays l 4:00 - 4:55 p.m. l #15605 November 8 - December 13 6 classes l Tuesdays l 11:00 - 11:55 a.m. l #15608 November 10 - December 15 6 classes l Thursdays l 4:00 - 4:55 p.m. l #15609 November 12 - December 17 6 classes l Saturdays l 1:00 - 1:55 p.m. l #15612 November 13 - December 18 6 classes l Sundays l 1:00 - 1:55 p.m. l #15613 $78

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September 10 - October 22 (No class October 8) 6 classes l Saturdays l 3:30 - 4:25 p.m. l #15542 September 11 - October 23 (No class October 9) 6 classes l Sundays l 3:00 - 3:55 p.m. l #15543 September 20 - October 25 6 classes l Tuesdays l 4:00 - 4:55 p.m. l #15540 September 20 - October 25 6 classes l Tuesdays l 5:00 - 5:55 p.m. l #15541 November 8 - December 13 6 classes l Tuesdays l 4:00 - 4:55 p.m. l #15544 November 8 - December 13 6 classes l Tuesdays l 5:00 - 5:55 p.m. l #15545 November 12 - December 17 6 classes l Saturdays l 3:30 - 4:25 p.m. l #15614 November 13 - December 18 6 classes l Sundays l 3:00 - 3:55 p.m. l #15615 $78

Climbing Exploration Kids l 8 - 10 years Climbing exploration kids is a follow up for climbers who have done several Climbing Discovery Kids programs and are ready for more challenging climbing activities and to start belaying each other on the wall.

Course fees include all climbing equipment and access to the climbing wall during class times.

September 11 - October 23 (No class October 9) 6 classes l Sundays l 2:00 - 2:55 p.m. l #15551 September 21 - October 26 6 classes l Wednesdays l 4:00 - 4:55 p.m. l #15550 November 9 - December 14 6 classes l Wednesdays l 4:00 - 4:55 p.m. l #15552 November 13 - December 18 6 classes l Sundays l 2:00 - 2:55 p.m. l #15616 $70

Child and Youth Programs Climbing Challenge Kids l 8 - 10 years This program builds on the basics taught on Climbing Exploration kids and goes to the next level. Climbers will improve their technical safety skills while building strength and climbing technique with cool activities and lots of climbing.

Course fees include all climbing equipment and access to the climbing wall during class times.

Prerequisite: previous multi-day climbing programs at Elevation Place or another climbing facility September 12 - December 5 (No class October 10) 12 classes l Mondays l 4:00 - 4:55 p.m. l #15553 September 18 - December 17 (No class October 9) 12 classes l Sundays l 9:00 - 9:55 a.m. l #15554 $160

Elevation Place members receive discounts on programs.

Youth Event Bookings School & Youth Groups Let’s face it, kids LOVE to climb. Trees, houses, rocks, you name it, they’ll climb it. After all, it’s fun. So why not encourage them? The Elevation Place is the perfect facility to accommodate a large group of students. We have the necessary equipment, staff and height to make any kid whoop with delight. We also have a progressive program for groups who come in on a regular basis.

Email bspear@canmore.ca or smckay@canmore.ca for pricing details and booking availability.

Climbing Adventure Kids l 10 - 12 years Climbing Adventure Kids is designed to get your kids hooked on climbing! During this program they will learn belaying skills, some basic technique instruction, but most importantly how to have fun and play safe in the climbing gym.

Course fees include all climbing equipment and access to the climbing wall during class times.

September 10 - October 22 (No class October 8) 6 classes l Saturdays l 2:00 - 3:25 p.m. l #15533 September 19 - October 24 (No class October 10) 5 classes l Mondays l 4:00 - 5:25 p.m. l #15532 November 7 - December 12 6 classes l Mondays l 4:00 - 5:25 p.m. l ##15534 November 12 - December 10 5 classes l Saturdays l 2:00 - 3:25 p.m. l #15535

Birthday Parties Rock Star! l 5 years + Don’t want the party climbing your walls at home? Let them climb our walls instead! We offer a party experience where kids can climb for an hour while our highly trained staff takes care of everything including harnesses and belaying. You can just sit back and watch them soar. Participants will need clean-soled indoor shoes.

With one hour of party room use: $99 + GST for up to four climbers $20 +GST for each additional climber.

Climbing only: $79 + GST for up to four climbers $20 + GST for each additional climber.

$75

For more information or booking requests, please call 403.678.8920 or e-mail us at party_bookings@canmore.ca.

Climbing Performance Kids l 10 - 12 years

Scale and Splash! l 10 years +

This program builds on the basics taught on Climbing Adventure kids and goes to the next level. Climbers will improve their technical safety skills while building strength and climbing technique with cool activities and lots of climbing.

Course fees include all climbing equipment and access to the climbing wall during class times.

Prerequisite: previous multi-day climbing programs at Elevation Place or another climbing facility.

Looking for an extra action-packed adventure? Combine a one-hour climbing session led by our professional staff and some pool time for an even more adventurous party. Contact us about times and availability.

With one hour of party room use: $119 + GST for up to four participants $25 + GST for each additional participant.

September 15 - December 8 (No class November 3) 12 classes l Thursdays l 4:00 - 5:25 p.m. l #15553 September 17 - December 17 (No class October 8 & November 6) 12 classes l Saturdays l 9:00 - 10:25 a.m. l #15554

Swimming and climbing only: $99 + GST for up to four participants $25 + GST for each additional participant.

For more information or booking requests, please call 403.678.8920 or e-mail us at party_bookings@canmore.ca.

$240

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Elevation Place Aquatics Centre

Elevation Place Aquatics Centre Elevation Place Aquatics Centre

Registration for ALL Aquatics and Recreation programs from September - December begins on Monday, August 22 at 7:00 a.m.

Elevation Place: 403.678.8920 Supervisor of Aquatics 403.678.8930 mlong@canmore.ca

Annual Pool Shutdown

Aquatics Coordinator 403.678.8919 rbaird@canmore.ca

Please note that the Aquatic Centre will be closed from September 6 - 24, 2016 for our annual maintenance shutdown.

The lap pool will re-open September 17.

Core Aquatics Classes

Core Aquatics Centre Class Schedule Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Effective September 26 to December 17, 2016

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

AquaFit

Mom N Tot Aquafit

8:30 - 9:30 a.m.

AquaFit

AquaFit

9:15 - 10:15 a.m.

9:15 - 10:15 a.m.

AquaTabata

10:30 - 11:15 a.m.

Strokes & Drills

9:30 - 10:15 a.m.

8:30 - 9:30 a.m.

AquaFit

9:15 - 10:15 a.m.

Aqua R.O.M.

10:30 - 11:15 a.m.

Hydrorider

Hydrorider

6:15 - 7:00 p.m.

6:15 - 7:00 p.m.

*pick up core class pass

*pick up core class pass

Cost: Core Drop-in classes are included with Elevation Place Membership or Daily Admission.

Child Minding Available *Note: Hydrorider class participants must pick up a core class pass at the Customer Experience Desk prior to coming to class as space is limited. Hydrorider classes have only 5 spots available. Picking up a pass will guarantee your spot in the class.

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Core Aquatics Classes

Registered Aquatics Programs

AquaFit

Teen and Adult Learn to Swim

You don’t need to be a swimmer to enjoy these water-based fitness classes, which incorporate cardio, muscle conditioning and flexibility exercises. The water can be used to offer a variety of intensity levels that is right for you!

This class is for adults who would like to increase their comfort in the water and learn some stroke skills. Classes are taught by a Red Cross Water Safety Instructor and are designed to be flexible in that they allow the instructor and participants to tailor the curriculum to meet individuals’ needs. The class comes in two levels: Beginner and Intermediate.

Beginners are learning to orient themselves in the water by becoming comfortable with submersion, floating, gliding and developing basic stroke techniques.

Intermediates are comfortable in the deep end of the pool and are looking to make their stroke technique more efficient.

Pre-registration is required.

AquaTabata This fitness class is based around high intensity training where an aqua-based exercise is done at a high intensity for 20 seconds, followed by 10 seconds rest. Each set lasts a total of 4 minutes. Tabata training has been proven to be a very effective way of achieving weight loss.

Strokes and Drills This class is all about swimming and getting the most out of your strokes. An instructor will be on hand to take you through a beginner/intermediate swim work out and provide tips/drills on how to improve your technique.

Mom N Tot Aquafit

Can’t find time to workout without your little one? Come join this fun and active class where you can get a workout while spending time with your child. The first half of the class will be a cardio aquafit workout where your child will be right beside you in a floating baby boat. The second half of the class will be structured play, similar to the Red Cross swimming lessons (Starfish and Duck).

Aqua R.O.M.

Beginner October 20 - December 8 8 classes l Thursdays l 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. $76 + GST l #15529 Intermediate October 20 - December 8 8 classes l Thursdays l 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. $76 + GST l #15530

Kayaking For information on Kayaking, please contact the Bow Valley Kayak Club at info@kanpaddle.ca

A FUN class designed for anyone wanting to take things a little easier. Basic movements and stretches are used to improve mobility, flexibility, and range of motion in a relaxed, social and welcoming environment. The class is self-paced and all abilities are welcome!

Masters l Triathlon Swimming

Hydrorider

The group of Billy Joe Ladies will be getting together on Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30 - 10:15 a.m., starting in October.

Take your ride into the pool! This class immerses you and the Hydrorider bike into the water. See how spinning in the pool can improve leg and core strength by adding the resistance of the water to your cycling routine. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to class start time to get your Hydrorider fitted before putting it in the water. Hydrorider attire: bathing suit with “cycling” type shorts and WATER SHOES ARE A MUST!

For information about Masters/ Triathlon swim training, please contact Don Tremblay at coachdontremblay@gmail.com

Billy Joe Ladies

NOTE: Hydrorider class participants must pick up a core class pass at the Customer Experience Desk prior to coming to class as space is limited. Hydrorider classes have only 5 spots available. Picking up a pass will guarantee your spot in the class.

Register at least one week in advance.

Classes with insufficient registrants have to be cancelled.

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Elevation Place Aquatics Centre

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Elevation Place Aquatics Centre

swim swim swim swim swim swim Professional Development

Re-Certifications National Lifeguard Re-Cert

Standard First Aid, CPR Level C & AED Standard First Aid provides comprehensive training covering all aspects of first aid and CPR/AED, including: legal implications of first aid treatment, spinal injuries, heat or cold injuries, bone and joint injuries, chest injuries, and medical emergencies. Includes CPR-C & AED certification.

This is a re-certification to a previously held NL award.

Pre-requisite: Must bring proof of current NL award.

October 23 Sunday l 12:00 - 5:00 p.m. l $87 + GST l #15789

Pre-requisite: Must be 12 years old.

Standard First Aid, CPR Level C & AED Re-Cert

September 10 &11 Saturday & Sunday l 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. l #15783 November 12 &13 Saturday & Sunday l 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. l #15782 $204 + GST

National Lifeguard Award The NL award builds on the fundamental skills, knowledge and values taught in the previous lifesaving awards to develop practical skills and knowledge required by lifeguards. This award is recognized throughout Canada as the standard measurement of lifeguard performance. NL education is designed to develop a sound understanding of lifeguard principles, good judgment and a mature and responsible attitude toward becoming a professional lifeguard.

This is a re-certification to a previously held SFA award. CPR – C & AED included.

Pre-requisite: Must bring proof of current SFA award.

September 25 Sunday l 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. l #15834 November 6 Sunday l 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. l #15784 November 20 Sunday l 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. l #15785 $59 + GST

Elevation Place members receive discounts on programs.

Pre-requisite: Must bring proof of Aquatic Emergency Care or Standard First Aid and be 16 years old.

October 14 - 16 & October 21 - 23 Friday l 5:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Saturday & Sunday l 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. l #15781 $361+ GST

BOAT Pleasure l Craft Operator Federal regulations require all operators of motorized boats and personal watercraft to obtain a Pleasure Craft Operator (PCO) card in accordance with the standards and guidelines established by Transport Canada.

The Lifesaving Society’s Boat Operator Accredited Training (BOAT) program offers boaters an opportunity to learn about many aspects of safe boating, including: •

Navigation regulations and “rules of the road”;

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How to respond to emergencies; and

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Knowledge about operating a pleasure craft (i.e. safety equipment, loading limits, buoys, beacons, weather, fueling procedures).

All candidates are required to pass a Transport Canada standardized written exam to receive their Pleasure Craft Operator (PCO) card. Boaters with previous experience and knowledge can write a special “exam only” option.

Study guides available for $15.00 and exam writing for $35.00. Please call the Aquatic Department at 403.678.8918 for more information.

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Preschool and Youth Programs Free Assessment for Lesson Placement

We are happy to provide a free, informal water evaluation of your child to help determine which swim level to register them in. Please contact the aquatic department at 403.678.8918 to arrange a time.

Private Swim Instruction One-on-one instruction is available.

October 15 - December 17 (No lessons October 29 & November 12) 8 lessons l Saturdays l $240 + GST 10:00 - 10:30 a.m. l #15710 12:15 - 12:45 p.m. l #15711 12:15 - 12:45 p.m. l #15712 October 16 - December 18 (No lessons October 30 & November 13) 8 lessons l Sundays l $240 + GST 12:00 - 12:30 p.m. l #15713 12:15 - 12:45 p.m. l #15714 12:15 - 12:45 p.m. l #15715

Swim Stars Want to build confidence and/or be more comfortable with your swimming abilities? This new private lesson program is custom tailored to each swimmer’s individual needs and goals. Whether you are just starting out in the pool or want to fine-tune your swimming ability, these classes will improve any level of swimmer.

Instructor: Kim Kabesh October 17 - December 5 8 lessons l Mondays l $185 + GST 11:00 - 11:30 a.m. l #15761 11:30 - 12:00 p.m. l #15762 October 18 - December 6 8 lessons l Tuesdays l $185 + GST 4:00 - 4:30 p.m. l #15769 4:30 - 5:00 p.m. l #15770 October 17 - November 9 8 lessons l Mondays & Wednesdays l $185 + GST 5:00 - 5:30 p.m. l #15763 5:30 - 6:00 p.m. l #15764 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. l #15765 November 14 - December 7 8 lessons l Mondays & Wednesdays l $185 + GST 5:00 - 5:30 p.m. l #15766 5:30 - 6:00 p.m. l #15767 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. l #15768

Annual Pool Shutdown Please note that the Aquatic Centre will be closed from September 6 - 24, 2016 for our annual maintenance shutdown.

The lap pool will re-open September 17.

Instructor Spotlight Meet Julian Julian fell in love with our active community when he was visiting Canmore in September of 2015. It didn’t take long before he began looking for a place to live.

Julian began working at Elevation Place shortly after his move and hasn’t looked back! Julian discovered his passion for teaching when he became a Red Cross Water Safety Instructor in 2012. He attributes this to inspiration from great mentors and his love for the water. His easy going personality and natural teaching abilities have led him to be one of our most requested instructors.

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Elevation Place Aquatics Centre

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Elevation Place Aquatics Centre

swim swim swim swim swim swim For Children 3 - 5 years old Unparented Sea Turtle

Red Cross Swim Preschool Parent and Tot Starfish, Duck and Sea Turtle are parented programs for children.

• Orientation •

to water for toddlers.

Age is the only condition for entering this level.

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Swimmers learn, through fun games and songs, how to combine skills, how to kick with a buoyant object and how to perform basic floats, glides and kicks.

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Starfish l 6 months to 18 months to water for babies and their parent/caregiver. enter this level, babies must be able to hold their head up.

• The goals are to help babies experience buoyancy and movement through songs and play in the water and to teach the parent/caregiver age-specific water safety.

• This level is participation-based only, without formal evaluation.

Swimmers are evaluated based on performance criteria and progress to Sea Otter once all criteria have been successfully completed.

• Orientation • To

Sea Otter • Using

games and activities, swimmers learn to open their eyes under water, further develop basic floats and glides, and swim 1 metre. They also learn age-appropriate water safety skills.

•

Duck l 18 months to 36 months

Swimmers are evaluated based on performance criteria and progress to Salamander once all criteria have been successfully completed.

• Orientation to water for toddlers and their parent/caregiver.

• Age

is the only condition for entering this level. learn how to use floating objects for support and explore different water movements through games, songs and active water play. The parent/caregiver also learns age-specific water safety.

• This level is participation-based only, without formal evaluation.

• Swimmers

Sea Turtle PARENTED l 36 months+ •

In this program, the parent/caregiver actively participates with their child for the duration of the program.

Swimmers learn, through fun games and songs, how to combine skills, how to kick with a buoyant object and how to perform basic floats, glides and kicks.

• Swimmers are evaluated based on performance criteria and progress to Sea Otter once all criteria have been successfully completed.

• One parent per child

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Salamander • Swimmers

enter this level when they have successfully completed Sea Otter.

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Using games and activities, swimmers learn to swim 2 metres, further develop basic floats and increase their distance on front and back glide. Front swim and roll-over glide are also included, and swimmers learn appropriate water safety skills such as how to jump into chest-deep water and how to use a Personal Flotation Device (PFD).

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Safety skills development includes water orientation, safe entries and exits and only swimming when an adult is present.

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Swimmers are evaluated based on performance criteria and progress to Sunfish once all criteria have been successfully completed.

Whale

Red Cross Swim Preschool For Children 3 - 5 years old Unparented

• Swimmers

enter this level when they have successfully completed Crocodile.

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Through fun activities, swimmers perform a front and back swim for 10 metres. Swimmers work on developing their flutter kick and perform a distance swim of 15 metres.

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Sunfish • Swimmers

enter this level when they have successfully completed Salamander.

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Using games and activities, swimmers learn to swim 5 metres, increase their distance using buoyant objects, increase their front and back glide with kick, and develop their roll-over glide, side glide and front swim. Safety skills include deep-water skills and use of a Personal Flotation Device (PFD).

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Safety skills development such as water orientation, safe entries and exits and always asking for permission before going near the water.

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Swimmers are evaluated based on performance criteria and progress to Crocodile once all criteria have been successfully completed.

Safety skills include identifying safe swimming areas, jumping into deep water, swimming 5 metres, surface support for 20 seconds a return to safety, throwing assists and sitting dives.

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Swimmers are evaluated based on performance criteria and complete the program once all criteria have been achieved. Children 6 years or older are ready for the appropriate level of Red Cross Swim Kids.

Registration for ALL Aquatics and Recreation programs from September - December begins on Monday, August 22 at 7:00 a.m.

Crocodile • Swimmers

enter this level when they have successfully completed Sunfish.

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Through games and other fun activities, swimmers learn to swim 5 metres on their front and back, perform a dolphin kick and begin using rhythmic breathing. They also progress with kicking drills and increase their swimming distance to 10 metres.

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Safety skills include jumping into deep-water and performing surface support for 10 seconds, recognizing when a swimmer needs help and using a Personal Flotation Device (PFD) in deep water.

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Swimmers are evaluated based on performance criteria and progress to Whale once all criteria have been successfully completed.

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Elevation Place Aquatics Centre

swim swim swim swim swim swim Register at least one week in advance.

Classes with insufficient registrants have to be cancelled.

Red Cross Swim Preschool

October 15 - December 17 (No lessons October 29 & November 12)

8 lessons l Saturdays l $49 #15376 Starfish 9:30 - 10:00 a.m. #15381 Duck 10:00 - 10:30 a.m. #15382 Duck 10:45 - 11:15 a.m. #15388 Duck 12:15 - 12:45 p.m. #15389 Parented Sea Turtle 9:00 - 9:30 a.m. #15398 Sea Turtle 9:00 - 9:30 a.m. #15399 Sea Turtle 9:30 - 10:00 a.m. #15400 Sea Turtle 10:00 - 10:30 a.m. #15401 Sea Turtle 10:45 - 11:15 a.m. #15402 Sea Turtle 11:45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. #15403 Sea Turtle 12:00 - 12:30 p.m. #15416 Sea Otter 9:30 - 10:00 a.m. #15417 Sea Otter 11:15 - 11:45 a.m. #15418 Sea Otter 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. #15436 Salamander 9:00 - 9:30 a.m. #15437 Salamander 10:45 - 11:15 a.m. #15438 Salamander 11:45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. #15439 Salamander 12:00 - 12:30 p.m. #15445 Sunfish 10:00 - 10:30 a.m. #15453 Crocodile 11:15 - 11:45 a.m. #15457 Whale 11:15 - 11:45 a.m.

October 17 - November 7 4 lessons l Mondays l $25 #15377 Starfish #15384 Duck

10:00 - 10:30 a.m.

10:30 - 11:00 a.m.

November 14 - December 5 4 lessons l Mondays l $25 #15378 Starfish #15385 Duck

10:00 - 10:30 a.m.

10:30 - 11:00 a.m.

October 18 - December 6 8 lessons l Tuesdays l $49 #15412 Sea Turtle

5:00 - 5:30 p.m.

#15413 Sea Turtle #15424 Sea Otter #15443 Salamander #15449 Sunfish #15454 Crocodile #15458 Whale

5:30 - 6:00 p.m.

5:30 - 6:00 p.m.

5:00 - 5:30 p.m.

5:00 - 5:30 p.m.

5:30 - 6:00 p.m.

5:30 - 6:00 p.m.

October 20 - December 8 8 lessons l Thursdays l $49 October 16 - December 18 (No lessons October 30 & November 13)

8 lessons l Sundays l $49 #15383 Duck #15404 Sea Turtle #15405 Sea Turtle #15419 Sea Otter #15440 Salamander #15446 Sunfish

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11:15 - 11:45 a.m.

10:00 - 10:30 a.m.

11:45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

10:30 - 11:00 a.m.

10:00 - 10:30 a.m.

10:00 - 10:30 a.m.

#15414 Sea Turtle #15415 Sea Turtle #15425 Sea Otter #15426 Sea Otter #15444 Salamander #15450 Sunfish

5:00 - 5:30 p.m.

5:30 - 6:00 p.m.

5:00 - 5:30 p.m.

5:30 - 6:00 p.m.

5:00 - 5:30 p.m.

5:30 - 6:00 p.m.

Red Cross Swim Preschool October 20 - November 10 4 lessons l Thursdays l $25 #15379 Starfish #15386 Duck

2:00 - 2:30 p.m.

2:30 - 3:00 p.m.

EXPLORE THE OPPORTUNITIES Perpetually Affordable Housing (PAH) by CCHC

CCHC offers housing options at below market prices. Eligibility criteria apply.

November 17 - December 8 4 lessons l Thursdays l $25 #15380 Starfish #15387 Duck

2:00 - 2:30 p.m.

2:30 - 3:00 p.m.

October 18 - November 10 8 lessons l Tuesdays & Thursdays l $49 #15392 Sea Turtle #15427 Sea Otter

2:00 - 2:30 p.m.

2:30 - 3:00 p.m.

November 15 - December 8 8 lessons l Tuesdays & Thursdays l $49 #15393 Sea Turtle #15428 Sea Otter

2:00 - 2:30 p.m.

2:30 - 3:00 p.m.

October 17 - November 9 8 lessons l Mondays & Wednesdays l $49 #15406 Sea Turtle #15407 Sea Turtle #15408 Sea Turtle #15420 Sea Otter #15421 Sea Otter #15441 Salamander #15447 Sunfish

9:30 - 10:00 a.m.

10:00 - 10:30 a.m.

10:30 - 11:00 a.m.

9:30 - 10:00 a.m.

10:30 - 11:00 a.m.

10:00 - 10:30 a.m.

9:30 - 10:00 a.m.

November 14 - December 7 8 lessons l Mondays & Wednesdays l $49 #15409 Sea Turtle #15410 Sea Turtle #15411 Sea Turtle #15422 Sea Otter #15423 Sea Otter #15442 Salamander #15448 Sunfish

9:30 - 10:00 a.m.

10:00 - 10:30 a.m.

10:30 - 11:00 a.m.

9:30 - 10:00 a.m.

10:30 - 11:00 a.m.

10:00 - 10:30 a.m.

9:30 - 10:00 a.m.

Looking to Rent?

One application is all you need to apply to rent at either The Hector at Palliser Village or McArthur Place in Three Sisters Mountain Village.

Applications are available at the CCHC offices or by visiting the website.

Looking to Own? Take the next step towards home ownership and attend an Info Session.

First Wednesday of every month 12:10 p.m. – 12:50 p.m. l CCHC offices 600A 9th Street (above Canmore Seniors Centre)

COMMUNITY LIVES HERE Get on our list to own or rent!

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Elevation Place Aquatics Centre

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Elevation Place Aquatics Centre

swim swim swim swim swim swim Swim Kids 7

Red Cross Swim Kids In this Canadian Red Cross learn to swim program.

Participants will be challenged in three areas: Swimming, Fitness Activities and Skills and Water Safety (Red Cross recommends all children entering into the program be 6 years old on the first day.)

Swim Kids 1 Swimmers receive an orientation to water and the pool area and work on floats, glides and kicking. Swimmers build their endurance by working on the 5m front swim.

Swim Kids 2 Swimmers work on propulsion skills to move through the water and to remain at the surface. Swimmers work on the front swim (5m) and learn about deep-water activities and proper use of a Personal Flotation Device (PFD).

Fitness activities include the 10m flutter kick and a 10m distance swim.

Swim Kids 3 This level provides an introduction to diving, and teaches swimmers how to make wise choices about where and when to swim. Endurance is achieved by building strength in the flutter kick and a 15m swim.

Swim Kids 4 This level introduces the front crawl (10m) and back swim with shoulder roll (15m). Swimmers work on kneeling dives, surface support (45 seconds, deep water) and developing a greater sense of self-safety by understanding their own limits.

Endurance is built through a 25m swim.

Swim Kids 5 This level introduces the back crawl (15m), sculling skills, whip kick on the back, stride dives and treading water. Front crawl increases to 15m. An introduction to safe boating skills is also included. Endurance is developed through a 50m swim.

Swim Kids 6 This level refines front crawl with a focus on hand entry and breathing (25m), back crawl with a focus on arm positions and body roll (25m), and introduces elementary backstroke (15m), safety on ice, and rescue of others with throwing assists. Swimmers demonstrate the front dive and their ability to tread water in deep water for 1½ minutes. Endurance is built through dolphin kick and a 75m swim.

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This level builds skills and endurance for the front crawl (50m), back crawl (50m) and elementary back stroke (25m) and introduces whip kick on the front. Swimmers learn about airway and breathing obstructions, reach assists and stride entry. Swimming endurance is increased to a 150m swim.

Swim Kids 8 This level is an introduction to breast stroke (15m) and feetfirst surface dives. Swimmers learn about the dangers of open water, hypothermia, the performance of rescue breathing on children and adults, and standing shallow dives. Swimmers participate in timed treading water activities using the eggbeater skill for 3 minutes to improve their ability to remain at the surface in the event of an unexpected fall into water.

Endurance is built on a 300m swim. Front crawl and back crawl distances are increased to 75m each.

Swim Kids 9 This level refines the front crawl (100m), back crawl (100m), elementary back stroke (50m) and breast stroke (25m), and encourages swimmers to combine different kicks for fitness (3 minutes). They also work on head-first surface dives and learn about wise choices, peer influences and self-rescue from ice. Endurance is built through a 400m swim.

Swim Kids 10 This level is a final assessment of the strokes for technique and distance (front crawl 100m, back crawl 100m, elementary back stroke 50m, breast stroke 50m and sidestroke 25m).

Swimmers learn about sun safety, rescue of others from ice, and head-first and feet-first surface dives. Endurance is built using the dolphin kick (vertical) and a 500m swim.

Participation in Red Cross Swim may qualify you for the Children’s Fitness Tax Credit.

swim

Red Cross Swim Kids

October 15 - December 17 (No lessons October 29 & November 12)

8 lessons l Saturdays #15461 Level #15466 Level #15467 Level #15474 Level #15475 Level #15476 Level #15488 Level #15489 Level #15490 Level #15498 Level #15499 Level #15504 Level #15509 Level #15514 Level #15519 Level #15524 Level

1 2 2 3 3 3 4 4 4 5 5 6 7 8 9 10

11:15 - 11:45 a.m. $49 10:45 - 11:15 a.m. $49 11:45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. $49 9:30 - 10:00 a.m. $49 10:00 - 10:30 a.m. $49 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. $49 9:00 - 9:30 a.m. $49 10:00 - 10:30 a.m. $49 11:15 - 11:45 a.m. $49 10:45 - 11:30 a.m. $56 11:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. $56 10:45 - 11:30 a.m. $56 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. $67 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. $67 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. $67 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. $67

October 16 - December 18 (No lessons October 30 & November 13)

8 lessons l Sundays #15462 Level #15468 Level #15477 Level #15491 Level #15500 Level #15505 Level

1 2 3 4 5 6

10:30 - 11:00 a.m. $49 11:15 - 11:45 a.m. $49 11:45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. $49 10:30 - 11:00 a.m. $49 11:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. $56 11:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. $56

Elevation Place members receive discounts on programs.

October 17 - November 9 8 lessons l Mondays and Wednesdays #15463 Level #15469 Level #15478 Level #15479 Level #15492 Level #15493 Level #15501 Level #15506 Level #15510 Level #15515 Level

1 2 3 3 4 4 5 6 7 8

3:45 - 4:15 p.m. $49 4:15 - 4:45 p.m. $49 3:45 - 4:15 p.m. $49 4:45 - 5:15 p.m. $49 4:15 - 4:45 p.m. $49 5:15 - 5:45 p.m. $49 4:45 - 5:30 p.m. $56 4:45 - 5:30 p.m. $56 3:45 - 4:45 p.m. $67 3:45 - 4:45 p.m. $67

November 14 - December 7 8 lessons l Mondays and Wednesdays #15464 Level #15470 Level #15480 Level #15481 Level #15494 Level #15495 Level #15502 Level #15507 Level #15520 Level #15525 Level

1 2 3 3 4 4 5 6 9 10

3:45 - 4:15 p.m. $49 4:15 - 4:45 p.m. $49 3:45 - 4:15 p.m. $49 4:45 - 5:15 p.m. $49 4:15 - 4:45 p.m. $49 5:15 - 5:45 p.m. $49 4:45 - 5:30 p.m. $56 4:45 - 5:30 p.m. $56 3:45 - 4:45 p.m. $67 3:45 - 4:45 p.m. $67

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Elevation Place Aquatics Centre

swim swim swim swim swim

Canmore Recreation Centre

2016 Fall Skate Schedule September 6 to December 23, 2016 Mondays: Drop In Figure Skating l 8:15 - 9:15 a.m.* *except October 10 Public Skate l 2 - 3:30 p.m.

Tuesdays: Drop In Figure Skating l 8:15 - 9:15 a.m.

Public Skate l 2 - 2:45 p.m.

Drop In Figure Skating l 2:45 - 3:30 p.m.

Wednesdays: Drop In Figure Skating l 8:15 - 9:15 a.m.

Public Skate l 2 - 3:30 p.m.

Thursdays: Drop In Figure Skating l 8:15 - 9:15 a.m.

Public Skate l 2 - 3:30 p.m.

Fridays: Drop In Figure Skating l 8:00 - 9:00 a.m.* *except September 23 & November 11 Sticks & Pucks with Mom & Dad l 12:45 - 1:30 p.m.** **except September 23 & October 14 Saturdays: Public Skate l 8:00 - 8:45 a.m.* Sticks & Pucks with Mom & Dad l 8:45 - 9:30 a.m.* *except September 24 Sundays: Public Skate l 4:15 - 5:00 p.m.* Sticks & Pucks with Mom & Dad l 5:00 - 5:45 p.m.* *except September 25 Schedule subject to change.

Check “Hot Topics� section at www.canmore.ca/news-and-publications.html for updates.

Public Skate Everyone welcome. Children under 7 years must be accompanied by an adult.

No sticks, no pucks, no figure skating jumps.

International certified helmets are mandatory for all skaters under 13 years of age, and are highly recommended for skaters of all ages.

Sticks & Pucks with Mom & Dad Children 5 to 11 years must be accompanied by an adult 18 years+. H elmet is mandatory for children and highly recommended for adults.

Drop In Figure Skating Figure Skaters of all ages are welcome.

Daily Admission Two Parent Family** One Parent Family*** Adult 26 - 64 Years Senior 65 - 79 Years Young Adult 18 - 25 Years Youth 12 - 17 Years Children 3 - 11 Years Children under 3 Years Senior 80+ Years

$12 $10 $6 $5 $5 $4 $3 Free Free

Annual Admission Two Parent Family** $156 One Parent Family*** $130 Adult 26 - 64 Years $78 Senior 65 - 79 Years $65 Young Adult 18 - 25 Years $65 Youth 12 -17 Years $52 Children 3 - 11 Years $39 Children under 3 Years Free Senior 80+ Years Free All rates include GST

Go Beyond Admission: Arena admission is included with a Go Beyond Membership.

For enquiries about the Recreation Centre, call Elevation Place 403.678.8920 ext 0

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**Family: 2 parent families includes two parents/

legal guardians and their children up to

and including the age 21 ***Family: 1 parent families includes one parent/

legal guardian and his/her children up

to and including the age 21

Recreation Centre

Canmore Recreation Centre Ha Ling Conference Room Ideal for meetings, workshops, presentations • Capacity: 25 - 35 people seated • Free wireless internet • Projector screen • Wall mounted tack-boards • TV/ DVD • Whiteboard; flip chart; podium (upon request)

Lady MacDonald Community Hall Ideal for banquets, year-end parties, wedding receptions, large meetings and presentations •

Capacity: 125 people seated; 240 people standing

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Bar facility (with fridge, freezer, sink and ice machine) included with rental •

Kitchen (available for additional charge)

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Free wireless internet

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TV/DVD/CD/Audio connector (for iPod, MP3, etc.)

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Projector screen

•

Wall mirrors – ideal for dancers!

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Whiteboard; flip chart; microphone; podium (upon request)

Arenas: Alex Kaleta and Thelma Crowe (2) 200’ x 85’ NHL size ice surfaces •

Electronic score clocks in each arena

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Audio system and microphone in each arena (upon request) •

4 dressing rooms in each arena

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Alex Kaleta includes stadium seating for 700 spectators

For more information or to book one of the facilities, please contact the Facility Booking Coordinator at 403.678.7135 or by email facility_bookings@canmore.ca

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Alberta Seniors & Community Services Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped (AISH) 300, 800 Railway Avenue, Canmore, AB T1W 1P1 403.678.4427 l Tuesday and Thursday l Canmore 403.297.8473 l Monday, Wednesday, Friday l Calgary

AISH provides financial and health benefits to adults with a permanent disability that severely impairs their ability to earn a livelihood. AISH is only provided to those who have exhausted all opportunities for rehabilitation, training and work. The level of AISH will vary depending on income and resources of the AISH recipient and immediate family members.

Colin Harris (403) 762.1126 or colin.harris@banff.ca Deb Grady (403) 673-3611, ext. 223 or email: deb.grady@mdbighorn.ca Megan Imrie (403) 678-7127 or email: mimrie@canmore.ca

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KidSport

TM

So ALL Kids Can Play!

How does KidSportTM help?

KidSportTM provides grants to children from families facing financial barriers so they can participate in registered sport programs.

KidSportTM supports programs that provide the child with a sustained sport experience led by qualified instructors.

Who is eligible to receive a KidSportTM grant?

Families that are on a low income, unemployed, on AISH, or currently receiving income support through the provincial government are all considered eligible.

KidSportTM considers social and economic barriers facing the child’s family when determining eligibility.

Grants are for children under the age of 18 years.

What does a KidSportTM grant cover?

KidSportTM Bow Valley provides financial support up to $500 per child per calendar year (January to December) towards sport registration fees.

If the child needs equipment we will make a referral to our partner agency, The Brick Sport Central.

KidSport

We believe that no kid should be left on the sidelines and all should be given the opportunity to experience the positive benefits of organized sports. KidSport provides support to children in order to remove financial barriers that prevent them from playing organized sport.

How to apply to KidSportTM: 1. Contact KidSportTM Bow Valley or KidSportTM Alberta to get an application form. Application forms are also available at www.kidsport.ab.ca or www.canmore.ca/recreation 2. Find a sport program your child would like to join and register him / her.

3. Complete the KidSportTM Bow Valley application form to request a grant towards registration fees.

4. Mail or fax the completed application to KidSportTM Bow Valley.

5. Application is reviewed by KidSportTM within 30 days.

Cheques for approved applications are mailed to the sport club within two weeks of the review date. To check the status of your application, contact KidSportTM Bow Valley at 1.877.636.5328. *KidSportTM Bow Valley serves children and youth who both reside and are participating in a sport program in one of the following communities: Canmore, Banff, Lake Louise, and the MD of Bighorn.

What are the funding arrangements?

KidSportTM issues funds directly to the sport organization or community association on behalf of the child.

*Note: If you are a resident of the Bow Valley participating in a sport program in another community, please apply to KidSportTM Alberta.

When is the deadline to apply?

It is best to submit your application to KidSportTM as soon as you register your child in the sport program.

Programs that are complete are not eligible for funding.

KidSportTM Bow Valley - Contact Us: Box 40007, Canmore, Alberta T1W 3H9 Phone: 1.877.636.5328 Fax: 403.451.1738 Email: kidsportbv@gmail.com

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Sustainability

Accelerating Canmore Toward Sustainability

Total Solid Waste Landfilled vs Diverted

Population 30,000 25,000

What is sustainability?

The word sustainability is used frequently and in many different contexts, from development in the oil sands to recycling in Canmore. In Canmore sustainability means meeting the needs of the present generation without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs. To create a sustainable society, we need both a vision of where we want to go and a plan for getting there.

To do this, The Town of Canmore adopted a framework for sustainable development pioneered by The Natural Step as a tool to help us work toward sustainability. Grounded in solid scientific research, The Natural Step framework challenges us to consider whether our daily actions move us toward, or away from, sustainability.

The Town of Canmore has used this framework to help define our vision for the community, both now and in the future. It is reflected in our key strategic documents – Mining the Future, Signposts to Sustainability, our Corporate Strategic Plan and our Environmental Sustainability Action Plan.

Our Environmental Sustainability Action Plan defines goals (for both the corporation of the Town of Canmore and for the community) in five key program areas that collectively help Canmore move toward sustainability. The five key program areas include: •

Resource conservation and waste management

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Water conservation

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Energy and climate protection

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Toxin reduction

•

Community engagement

Some of the highlights from each program area are: Resource conservation and waste management The long term community goal is to reduce the amount of residential solid waste landfilled to 0.30 tonnes/person/year by 2035 (the average Canadian landfills 0.79 tonnes/person/ year). In 2014, the average Canmore resident landfilled 0.6 tonnes of waste. And although we have not yet achieved our long term waste generation goal, we can celebrate a higher than average diversion rate for our community. And as we continue to improve Canmore’s Beyond Curbside recycling program, our diversion rate should climb even higher.

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20,000 15,000 10,000 5,000

2002 0.80

2003 0.89

2004 1.03

2005 0.75

2006 0.84

2007 0.81

Total Tonnes of Waste Diverted

2008 0.78

2009 0.52

2010 0.48

2011 0.45

2012 0.46

2013 0.59

2014 0.60

Total Population

Total Tonnes of Waste Landfilled

What you can do to help us achieve our goal: • Take to heart the first R of the 3Rs – reduce the amount of waste you generate.

• Take advantage of all of the Town of Canmore’s waste diversion opportunities and recycle at your neighbourhood recycling bin and at the Elk Run recycling depot.

• Buy refillable or reusable containers – avoid single use containers.

Water management The long term community goal is to reduce per captia residential water consumption to 111 litres/person/day by 2035 (the average Canadian uses 343 litres of water/person/ day; the average Swede uses 200 litres/person/day). In 2014 the average Canmore resident consumed 132 litres of water per day.

Water Consumed / Capita (Litres/Person/Day) 250 200

150 100 50

2001

2002

2003

2004

2005

2006

2007

2008

2009

2010

2011

2012

2013

2014

2035 Goal

What you can do to help us achieve our goal: • Wash only full loads in your clothes washer.

• Keep a pitcher of water in the fridge rather than running tap water until it’s cold.

• Landscape with drought tolerate plants to reduce your watering needs.

Energy and climate protection

•

The long term community goal is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to 4.3 tonnes CO2e/person/year. In 2014, the average Canmore resident emitted 10.4 tonnes of CO2e/ person/year.

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Build a barrel program Wildflower presentations • Invasive plant information booth at the Mountain Market • Participation in the Communities in Bloom program • Grade 4 and 7 invasive species education program • Grade 10 invasive species/drama program • “Not all flowers are friendly” education campaign • Development and distribution of Canmore specific wildflower seed mix

Community GHG Emissions - Excluding Transportation 200,000

16

180,000

GHG Emissions - Tonnes

12 140,000 10

120,000

8

100,000 80,000

6

60,000 4 40,000

Per Capita GHG Emissions - Tonnes

14

160,000

2

20,000 0 2007

2008

2009

2010

2011

2012

2013

2014

0

What you can do to help us achieve our goal: • Consider going pesticide free in your yard and if you do, share it with us so we can celebrate our achievements!

•

Learn about alternatives to household cleaning items that do not use hazardous chemicals. The Biosphere Institute of the Bow Valley has some great suggestions.

•

Be responsible when disposing of your toxic waste – participate in the Town of Canmore’s toxic waste roundup in the spring or drop off these products year round at the Boulder Crescent recycling depot.

Natural Gas (Tonnes C02e) Electrical Power (Tonnes C02e)

Community education and engagement

Per Capita GHG Emissions - Total Population - Tonnes CO2e per Person Per Capita GHG Emissions - Permanent Population - Tonnes CO2e per Person

There are three goals in the Community education and engagement section of the Environmental Sustainability Action Plan. The first is to develop formal community education and engagement programs and initiatives that support the attainment of the sustainability goals outlined in each of the other sections of the Plan. The second is to achieve awareness and active participation of the majority of the residential population in activities or initiatives that move the community towards sustainability. The third is to achieve awareness and active participation of the majority of local businesses and organizations in activities or initiatives that move the community towards sustainability.

What you can do to help us achieve our goal: • Get an energy audit done on your home – and act on the results.

• Install a programmable thermostat.

• Walk, cycle or car pool.

Toxin reduction There are several goals for the community related to toxin reduction: • 50% of residents voluntarily report that they do not use chemical herbicides to maintain their properties.

• Retailers and commercial applicators provide annual data on herbicide sales or applications.

• Collect baseline data on residential herbicide sales and commercial herbicide applications.

• Establish herbicide reduction goal.

The Environmental Sustainability Action Plan also defines the development of a community education and engagement strategy to increase the community’s commitment to and participation in efforts to minimize the use of herbicides and other potentially toxic substances. To this end, the Town of Canmore Parks department delivers education and engagement programs to Canmore residents:

What you can do to help us achieve our goal: • Let us know your thoughts on our sustainability programs – what we’re doing well and what you’d like to see us doing!

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Participate in sustainability programs offered by the Town of Canmore and the Biosphere Institute of the Bow Valley.

In addition to our commitment to environmental sustainability, The Town of Canmore is also concerned with economic and social sustainability as well. Efforts such as diversifying the local economy, creating a tourism strategy for Canmore and supporting a range of low impact non-polluting light industry building on the natural assets of the community will move us toward economic sustainability. Ensuring affordable housing, creating opportunities for residents of all ages to communicate and interact together and to participate in programs such as the Fair Trade Town program demonstrate our commitment to social sustainability.

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Sustainability

Sustainability

Community Recycling

Community Beyond Recycling Information

Curbside...

Together you and the Town of Canmore can make recycling happen with these 4 simple steps: Step 1: Collect and sort your recyclable material.

3 streams: mixed paper (includes all paper and

cardboard), glass, plastic and metal).

Step 2: Open your door, walk to your closest

neighbourhood recycling bin.

(Hint… they are blue and there is one in your neighbourhood!)

Step 3: Activate your brain to determine which of the three

slots you put your recycling in.

Step 4: Walk home.

Recycling is easy in Canmore (Really Easy)!

Look for the new BLUE recycling bin in your neighbourhood. www.canmore.ca Why should you recycle? Because if you throw something away, it is no longer useful, it ends up in landfill and the resources, energy and effort to create them are wasted. If you recycle something, it can be recovered and become material for a new product. Plus, it benefits business and industry. The cost of recovering raw materials from existing waste items is less than the original manufacturing process cost.

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Canmore’s goal is to recycle 70% of our residential waste.

The new neighbourhood recycling program requires households to separate recyclables into 3 easy categories: Mixed paper Plastic and Metal Glass Refundable Beverage Containers will still go to the Bottle Depot.

Join your neighbours – recycling in Canmore is easy!

Other Recycling Opportunities in Canmore...

The following specialty items can be recycled at the Boulder Crescent Recycling Depot.

You can drop off residential items at 115 Boulder Crescent.

• Automotive batteries • Household batteries • Bike tires • Electronics – includes TVs and computers • Light bulbs or fluorescent bulbs

Seasonal Recycling Programs Paint and toxic waste – collected once per year.

Visit www.canmore.ca for more information.

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Yard waste – leaves, lawn clippings, shrubs and branches.

(April to November) •

Pumpkins – for one week after Halloween. Only pumpkins are accepted and they must be clear of candles and accessories.

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Christmas trees – collected late December to mid January at Fairholme and 17th Street, Benchlands Trail parking lot, Quarry Lake parking lot, and Boulder Crescent.

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Community Clean Up

Canmore Bottle Depot Containers accepted for refund include milk cartons/ jugs, aluminum cans, drink boxes/pouches/tetra-packs, glass and plastic beverage bottles.

To receive a refund on your enviro-deposit take your empties to: The Canmore Bottle Depot 103 Boulder Crescent Telephone: 403.678.5099 Business hours: 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Tuesday to Saturday

Canmore is a beautiful place and we all share the responsibility of keeping it clean.

Help keep Canmore Clean and litter free.

In the spring, find a group of friends or go out on your own. Pick a trail and/or park and help keep it litter free.

We will provide the litter picker, gloves and bags.

Call 403.678.1580 to register and pick up your supplies at the Public Works office at 100 Glacier Drive.

Large Item Pick Up This program is provided year round. Residents must register their address to ensure pick up by calling 403.678.1580.

Pick ups occur Monday to Friday. Acceptable items include old appliances, furniture, etc. Unacceptable items include construction waste, TVs, commercial waste, and hazardous waste. Ensure all items are contained/bundled in a tidy pile.

Miscellaneous Items Plastic grocery bags are accepted for recycling at Canmore grocery stores.

Construction and demolition waste must be taken to the Francis Cooke Regional Class III Landfill near Exshaw (call 403.673.2708 for more information).

The landfill offers reduced rates for sorted loads.

Business hours: 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Monday to Saturday. www.bvwaste.ca To learn more about recycling call: 403.678.1580 or visit our offices at: Canmore Civic Centre, 902 7th Avenue Public Works, 100 Glacier Drive or visit our web site at: www.canmore.ca/Municipal-Services/Recycling-and-WasteManagement/

Bylaw Services

7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Seven days a week.

Contact us: 403.678.4244 bylaw@canmore.ca

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Community Recycling

Community Recycling

Community Information

Community Information Trail Use To protect wildlife, some portions of the more than 200 kilometers of recreational trails in and around Canmore may be off-limits to humans during certain periods of the year. At times, a specific trail or area may be closed temporarily to allow a large predator to feed or travel through. People found in closed areas are subject to provincial fines. To check for trail closures and updates, visit www.wildsmart.ca.

Pets Canmore Mountain Market The Canmore Mountain Market, a summer tradition for over twenty years, is new and improved! The Market is located in the heart of downtown at the Canmore Civic Centre Plaza (902 - 7th Avenue). The market will run every Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. from May 26 to October 6, 2016 (tentative). This is a weekly summer event designed for the entire family.

Rain or shine, this 19-week market showcases a variety of locally and regionally produced items. Currently the selection includes fresh fruits and vegetables, (with seasonal Alberta and B.C. options when available) elk meat, fresh poultry, baked goods and other food items. The Market also offers crafts and other locally produced items to choose from. Buskers may be on hand to entertain you to add to the atmosphere.

The Mountain Market brings Canmore’s small town, neighbourhood character to the downtown area. The Market provides business opportunities for small entrepreneurs as well as drawing attention to businesses in the downtown core. The Civic Centre Plaza provides a stunning location for discovering Canmore; from breathtaking views to shopping to chance re-connections between old friends and opportunities to make new ones.

A Canmore Walking Tour of Public Art This approximately one-hour walk provides just a small sampling of the sculptures, signs, murals, installations and functional artworks that dot the Canmore landscape. Check www.canmore.ca for complete listings, interesting facts and details or pick up a self-guided brochure at the Civic Centre front desk.

Lost & Found Can’t find your bike? Lost an iPod or cell phone? Missing your car keys? Call 403.678.4244 if you’ve lost something. Bylaw Services may just have what you’re missing!

Canmore Pathways and Trails Large paper copies available at the Civic Centre Reception Area (902 - 7th Ave) Online: www.canmore.ca/maps

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The frequent movement of wildlife through the Town is something that makes us unique. For the safety of both wild and domestic animals, all cats, dogs and other pets must be controlled at all times. This means that dogs must be on a leash at all times, except when in the three designated off- leash areas (Elk Run Boulevard, Highway 1A, Quarry Lake).

Dogs are not allowed in playgrounds or other public parks.

The Town of Canmore requires that all dogs belonging to full-time residents be licensed.

Wildlife Sightings or Encounters Any wildlife encounters involving aggressive or threatening animals should be reported. All sightings of predators such as bears, cougars and wolves on trails or in and around the Town should be reported to Kananaskis Country dispatch 403.591.7755. In an emergency, call 911.

Help Keep Bears Wild!

After a long winter’s nap the bears that live around Canmore wake up and start looking for something to eat. The best food for them is found in the wild, not in your yard. If bears find food in Town, they come looking for more. This isn’t good for bears or for Canmore residents. Please remove any birdfeed between April 1 to October 31.

Share the Space Parking in Canmore can be a real challenge. Bylaw Services receives several complaints annually about vehicles that don’t move. Please remember that streets are public property and that primary use is for short term parking (less than 72 hours). If you are heading out of town on a trip or have a long term guest that doesn’t require their vehicle, make sure it is parked on private property to free up the parking on the street for others.

Starting a Business in Canmore Thinking of doing business in Canmore? Please email or contact the Business Registry Coordinator at 403.678.1503 or email businessregistry@canmore.ca to obtain your licence.

Everyone conducting business must have a valid licence to operate in Canmore. For more information visit the Government of Canada website www.canadabusiness.ca.

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Frequently Asked Questions Q. I have just bought a home in Canmore. What do I need to do to set up a tax and utilities account with the Town?

A. When you take possession your lawyer will register your name(s) on title with Alberta Land Titles. Based on the information received from Alberta Land Titles we update the Town of Canmore tax roll and utility (water, sewer, garbage) account (if applicable) twice a month to reflect current ownership additions and/or changes. You may also want to consider enrolling in the Town of Canmore pre-authorized payment plans for taxes and utilities. Visit www.canmore.ca/ Municipal-Services/Property-Tax/Payment-Options.html for details.

Town of Canmore Contact Numbers Planning & Engineering Fax Line

403.678.1534

Mayor / CAO

403.678.1550

Bow Valley Parent Link

403.678.2529

Bylaw Services / Animal Control

403.678.4244

Cemetery 403.678.1599 Community Celebrations / Arts & Culture 403.678.1878 Elevation Place

403.678.8920

Facility Rentals

403.678.7135

Q. Where do I go to set up gas and electricity accounts on my new property?

A. The Town of Canmore does not endorse any particular provider. Albertans can choose their electricity provider and rate plan. You have the option to choose between your regulated rate provider (see chart below) and power retailers.

There are different electricity products, with different rates, terms and services, and some will suit Albertans’ needs and budgets better than others.

In Alberta you have choices for electricity in your home or office. Under competitive retail service, you can choose to purchase your electricity and natural gas from a variety of retailers. You and the retailer of your choice may enter into a contract for the type and length of energy service you want. Retailers may offer long-term stable rate plans, “green” energy purchase plans or bundled plans for both electricity and natural gas. The regulated distribution company for your area will then deliver your energy to you. See below for options.

Family & Community Support Services

403.609.3743

Fire & Rescue

403.678.6199

Q. Where can I find more information on all the gas and electricity providers in Alberta?

A. Alberta’s Utilities Consumer Advocate (UCA) provides this information at www.ucahelps.gov.ab.ca/ or by calling 310.4UCA (310.4822) toll-free anywhere in Alberta.

HR/Careers 403.678.7293 Parks 403.678.1599 Planning & Development Building Permits

403.678.1543

Public Works

403.678.1580

Recreation Centre

403.678.8920

Schedules, Programs & Registration

403.678.8920

Recycling Programs

403.678.1580

Streets & Roads

403.678.1580

Streets & Roads Trouble (4:30 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. & weekends)

403.678.1540

Tax Inquiries

403.678.1506

Waste Collection

403.678.1580

Water Billing Inquiries

403.678.7134

Water Metering (EPCOR)

403.609.4781

Water & Sewer Troubles Calls 24 HR (EPCOR)

403.609.6400

Commodity

Regulated Provider Role

Phone Number

Web Address

Electricity

Bow Valley Power Corp. Energy Provider Epcor Energy Provider FortisAlberta Distributor

phone: 403.621.3758 toll free: 310.4300 toll free: 310.9473

www.bowvalleypower.ca www.epcor.ca www.fortisalberta.com

Natural Gas

Atco Gas Direct Energy Regulated Services

toll free: 310.5678 toll free: 1.866.420.3174

www.atcogas.ca www.directenergyregulatedservices.com

Distributor Energy Provider

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Community Information

General Information

Parks & Playgrounds

Parks & Playgrounds The Town of Canmore offers a variety of parks and playgrounds for your enjoyment. These facilities are available on a first-come, first-served basis and are maintained by the Parks Department. If there are any damages or deficiencies to these sites, please contact the Parks Department at 403.678.1599 (this number is also conveniently listed at each site).

Canmore Mountain Bike Skills Parks Locations: 5th Avenue and 1st Street (next to Millennium Park Sport Field) Benchlands Trail (base of the hill just to the east of the Trans Canada Highway overpass) Free to access, there are 2 mountain bike skills parks. The Pump Track at Millennium Park offers a variety of berms, rollers and log rails. The Jump Skills Park located at Benchlands Trail offers beginner, intermediate and advanced jump lines to allow for jump skill progression, along with some berms and log rails. Both parks are designed for riders of all abilities with particular focus on young riders interested in developing their skills. The parks are unsupervised and those who ride them do so at their own risk. Park riders should wear a helmet and additional protective gear.

Canmore Dog Parks Dogs off Leash Areas are located at: Elk Run Boulevard Map site 17 (see page 87).

Dog off Leash Park is fully contained by a fence.

Parking is available off of Sandstone Terrace.

Bow Valley Trail (Highway 1A) Map site 18 (see page 87).

Dog off Leash Park is partially contained by a fence and natural features. Limited parking is available off Bow Valley Trail, beside Cougar Creek.

Quarry Lake Map site 19 (see page 87).

Dog off Leash Park is in an open field surrounded by a natural setting of trees and rocks. Large parking lot shared with Quarry Lake day use area located off of Spray Lakes Road.

Dog Etiquette – To ensure a positive relationship between dogs and other park users, please: • Pick

up after your dog.

• Ensure

your dog remains in range of audible command and comes when called.

• Refrain

your dog from jumping up on people, not everyone likes dogs.

Canmore Skateboard Park

must be on a leash when not on private property.

The only exception being the three designated Town off Leash Dog Parks.

Located at the Canmore Recreation Centre

• Be

Free to access, the Canmore Skateboard Park is designed for boarders of all abilities focusing on young boarders developing skills while having fun. The park is open in the spring, summer and fall. Please note the skateboard park is unsupervised, ride at your own risk. Boarders should wear a helmet and additional protective gear.

• Dogs

considerate and always carry a mutt bag for removing all pet feces (conveniently provided throughout the Towns parks and trails system).

Playgrounds •

Adult Outdoor Fitness Circuit

The Town of Canmore owns and operates 8 regional playgrounds (ages 18 months to 12 years) and 23 Tot Lots (ages 18 months to 5 years).

•

•

Located in Centennial Park the fitness circuit caters to people over the age of 18.

• There

are 9 fitness workout stations, with a walking pathway between each station.

• The

fitness circuit is wheel chair accessible.

• Youth

12 - 15 years old are only permitted to use the equipment only if directly supervised by an adult.

Children under the age of 12 are not permitted to use the equipment as it is not suitable for children.

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The Town has 2 certified playground inspectors. Playgrounds are subject to weekly / biweekly inspections year round and an annual audit. Deficiencies are identified and repaired to ensure the safety of playground users.

Our playgrounds are open year round however snow and ice are not removed which means the ground surface under the structures can change. Be aware of puddles, ice and harder surfaces when playing in these conditions.

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Outdoor Recreation Facilities The Town of Canmore maintains a number of communityowned outdoor recreation facilities for your enjoyment.

These facilities are available on a first-come, first-served basis. They’re also available to book – for an hourly rental fee if exclusive access is necessary – by contacting the Facility Booking Coordinator: facility_bookings@canmore.ca or 403.678.7135.

Sport Fields: Open May 1 - September 30 Canmore is home to 6 well-maintained sport fields for soccer, ultimate, football and rugby.

• Canmore Recreation Centre Field • Centennial Park Field • Eagle Terrace Field • Elizabeth Rummel Field • Lion’s Park Field • Millennium Field

Town of Canmore Field Rain Line: 403.678.1537 Tennis Courts:

OCTOBER 17 - 23, 2016

WASTE REDUCTION WEEK IN ALBERTA

Help us reach our waste reduction goals and demonstrate Canmore’s commitment to sustainability – find a way to participate!

REDUCE

Lions Park Tennis Courts – Three regulation sized tennis courts with nets, windscreens, notice board, washroom facility, 4 benches and 2 picnic tables. Located at Lion’s Park on 15th Street.

Veterans Park Tennis Court – One regulation sized tennis court with nets, benches, and notice board. Located at Veteran’s Park at 8th Street and River Road.

for ways to use fewer things, and thus create less waste. You’ll save yourself time and money.

• Buy only what you need. Before you buy any item, ask yourself if you really need it, or could you make do with what you already have?

• Choose products that do as many jobs as possible – printers that also scan and fax (if you need all three functions), all-purpose cleaners, rather than specialized ones for each surface or type of room.

This reduces the number of products you have to deal with, decreases packaging and cuts down on clutter!

Ball Diamonds:

REUSE

Open April 1 - October 30 from 7:00 a.m. - Sundown (7 days a week)

Open April 15 - September 30 • Elk Run • Millennium Park • Lion’s Park Outdoor Arena Pads: Open May 15 - September 30 from 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

(7 days a week) 17th Street Arena Pad – Boarded rink with nets for basketball and ball hockey. Lights for night use available until 10:00 p.m. (for confirmed bookings).

Cougar Creek Arena Pad – Located on the corner of Elk Run Boulevard and Canyon Road. Boarded rink with nets for basketball and ball hockey. Lights for night use available until 10:00 p.m. (for confirmed bookings).

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seldom used items, such as tools or party ware a tool library with your neighbours • Join Bow Valley Freecycle – it’s a great way to share your unwanted stuff with others in the community who want it!

• Donate to the local thrift stop • Start

RECYCLE • Take

advantage of all the recycling opportunities in Canmore and the Bow Valley to recycle your waste and increase the community’s diversion rate!

October 17 - 23, 2016

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Parks & Playgrounds

Parks and Playgrounds

Town of Canmore

Dog Licence Information Five Great Reasons to Licence Your Dog 1. The dog tag number can be searched on the Town of Canmore web page so if someone finds your dog they can notify you directly.

2. Your dog will receive a Free Ride Home*, thereby avoiding kennel and impound fees.

3. A portion of the Dog Licence fees go toward supporting the Bow Valley SPCA, a no kill, no cage, care and adoption centre located right here in Canmore.

4. Dog licensing fees pay for doggie waste bag stations and Veterinary fees for sick or injured abandoned, domestic animals.

5. Help us keep track of the dog population in Canmore. The more dogs licensed, the better chances we have of introducing more programs and pet friendly spaces. *Free Ride Home program applies to dogs that have a valid licence in the Town of Canmore and one occurrence is permitted per year. Certain circumstances shall void the return of an animal for free.

Where and When to Licence Your Dog? Licenses can be purchased at the Civic Centre 902 7th Avenue downtown Canmore. As soon as you move to Canmore or become an owner of a dog, you should have a Town of Canmore licence.

Licenses expire on December 31.

How Much Does it Cost?

1 year licence: $55.00 l 3 year licence: $114.00

Questions?

Call Bylaw Services at 403.678.4244 or email bylaw@canmoreca.ca Available 7 days a week l 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Bow Valley SPCA 123 Bow Meadows Crescent l Phone: 403.609.2022 Spay Neuter Assistance Program (SNAP) Animal Surrendering and Adoption l Annual Mut Strut Canmore Veterinary Hospital 502 Bow Valley Trail l Phone: 403.678.4425 Microchip l Tattoo l Boarding l 24 Hour Emergency Services

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Bow River Veterinary Hospital 1510 Railway Avenue l Phone: 403.678.9595 Microchip l Tattoo l Boarding l 24 Hour Emergency Service

Town of Canmore

Fire Bylaw Information Back Yard Fires All Fires Must Be: In a fire pit or receptacle constructed of non-combustible material In a fire pit built into the bare ground or set upon non-combustible material • Not within 2 metres from any building or combustible material • Kept to a reasonable size (under 1 metre both height and width) • Fully supervised at all times by at least one person 14 years of age and older • May be started at 10:00 a.m. and fully extinguished by 1:00 a.m.

You must have a means to extinguish the fire on hand at all times. The fire must be extinguished completely, so that the ashes are cold prior to leaving the fire.

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You cannot burn:

Tips for fire pit use:

• Treated or painted lumber

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• Lumber products containing glue or resins • Wet wood • Leaves, brush or yard waste • Garbage • Rubber, tires or plastic

Only clean, dry firewood is permitted to be burned in fire pits • High wind speeds may pose a fire hazard • Placing a metal grill/screen on top of the fire pit reduces the flame’s size and helps prevent sparks and embers from escaping

Fines for violations of these regulations range between $250 and $2,000.

That’s a lot of wieners and s’mores!

Other Information You Should Know Fireworks: Fireworks are not allowed in Canmore, except at special events such as New Years, etc. and then only when set off by a licensed pyro technician. It’s also illegal to sell fireworks in Canmore, so don’t bother going shopping for them.

And those fireworks you bought from that roadside stand? Don’t let them off here.

You would be putting your friends and neighbors at risk, and it’s just not worth the $250 fine.

To report illegal use of fireworks, phone 403.678.5516, 24 hours a day. You will be connected to the RCMP. Alternatively, during the day you can call Canmore Bylaw Services at 403.678.4244.

Fire Ban: The Fire Chief has the authority to declare a complete ban on all burning within the Town.

Members of the Town of Canmore Fire Department, RCMP or a Peace Officer may ask you to extinguish your fire when a fire ban is in effect. They may also ask you to extinguish your fire if you are not complying with the regulations listed above.

The fine for having a fire when there is a fire ban is $2,000. Gas BBQ’s are always permitted, unless specifically stated in the fire ban (which isn’t often).

Illegal Back Yard Fires:

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To report an illegal or hazardous fire, phone 911 and ask for Canmore Fire-Rescue.

This is a routine response for them. Alternatively, during the day, you can call Canmore Bylaw Services at 403.678.4244.

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CANMORE ILLUSIONS GYMNASTICS CLUB

Registration will open on zone4 at 7:00 a.m. August 10, 2016 Recreation classes start September 17. Classes run for 12 weeks unless otherwise stated.

Monday after school program will run 11 weeks (no class October 31 for Halloween).

No gym on October 8, 9 & 10 for Thanksgiving weekend, and November 7 to 13 for Remembrance week.

Last day of classes will be December 13 to 19, 2016. Each class participant will have to pay $40 AGF fees.

AGF insurance is valid from July 1, 2016 to June 30, 2017.

2016 FALL PROGRAMS CO-ED PRESCHOOL Parent & Tot: A structured parent participation class for 2 year olds.

Wednesdays l 9:00-9:30 l $144 Hotshots: A structured parent participation class for 3 year olds.

Mondays l 1:30-2:15 p.m. l $192 Wednesdays l 9:30-10:15 l $192 Saturdays l 9:00-9:45 l $192 Munchkins: 4 and 5 year olds will learn the basics of gymnastics.

Mondays l 2:30-3:15 l $192 Tuesdays l 9:30-10:15 l $192 Thursdays l 9:30-10:15 l $192 Saturdays l 9:45-10:30 l $192 Cubs: After school class for 5 year olds.

Tuesdays l 3:45-4:45 l $228 Sundays l 10:45-11:45 l $228 Elite Petite: Girls (ages 4-5) Entrance by invitation or evaluation.

Tuesdays & Thursdays l 1:00-3:00 l $432 Advanced Boys Pre-school: Boys (ages 4-5) By invitation only.

Tuesdays l 1:30-3:00 l $252

RECREATIONAL Co-ed Beginner Program: Introductory level program for children ages 6+.

Burgundy/Red Badge: 6 - 8 years Mondays l 3:45-4:45 l 11 weeks l $209 Tuesdays l 4:45-5:45 l $228 Wednesdays l 3:30-4:30 l $228 Thursdays l 3:45-4:45 l $228 Saturdays l 10:30-11:30 l $228 Burgundy/Red Badge: 9+ years Sundays l 11:45-12:45 l $228 Girls Intermediate Program: Intermediate Can-Gym badge program.

Tan Badge: Girls all ages Mondays l 5:45-7:00 l 11 weeks l $220 Tuesdays l 5:45-7:00 l $240 Thursday l 6:00-7:15 l $240

Girls Intermediate Program: Bronze Badge: Girls all ages Mondays l 7:00-8:15 l 11 weeks l $220 Tuesdays l 3:45-5:00 l $240 Thursdays l 3:45-5:00 l $240 Girls Advanced Program: Purple Badge: Girls all ages Tuesdays & Thursdays l 5-6 l $360 Blue Badge: Girls all ages Tuesdays & Thursdays l 6-7:30 l $408 Boys Intermediate Program: Intermediate Can-Gym badge program.

Thursdays l 4:45-6:00 l $240 Fit and Female – Teen Gymnastics: Thursdays l 7:30-9:00 l $264

PROGRAM OFFERINGS Co-ed Trampoline: Beginner, intermediate and advanced programs.

Beginner: Mondays l 4:45-5:45 11 weeks l $209 Saturdays l 11:30-12:30 l $228 Intermediate: Wednesdays l 4:30-5:30 l $228 Advanced: Wednesdays l 5:30-7:00 Wednesdays l 8:00-9:30 l $264 Parkour (Co-ed): Various classes offered for ages 7-14+.

Class 1: Ages 7 - 9 Saturdays l 1:45-2:45 l $228 Class 2: Ages 10 - 12 Wednesdays l 7:00-8:00 l $228 Fridays l 6:30-7:30 l $228 Class 3: Ages 13+ Thursdays l 8:30-9:30 l $228 Active Living with Cancer: To engage and empower people living with cancer, survivors and caregivers.

Mondays l 10:30-12:00 l FREE

PROGRAM OFFERINGS Skills Development: Girls all ages. Cartwheel pre-requisite.

Tuesdays l 7:00-8:30 l $264 Sundays l 2:30-4:00 l $264

Adult Gym: Tuesdays l 8:30-10:00 p.m.

Drop in $20 or $180/10 punch Acro-dance: Participants ages 10+ will learn a combination of acrobatic dance and gymnastics elements.

Class 1: Ages 10 - 12 Thursdays l 8:00-9:00 l $228 Class 2: Ages 13+ Tuesdays l 7:30-9:00 l $228 Adaptive Sports: Participants of all ages, abilities and disabilities will enjoy an “adaptive” gymnastics atmosphere.

(Aids and/or parents are welcome to assist participants at no cost.)

Sundays l 10:00-10:45 l $192

CO-ED DROP-IN

An unstructured program with a qualified supervisor.

Parent and Tot: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays 10:30-11:30 $5/drop in or $40/10 punch Kids: 4 - 11 years Saturdays l 12:30-1:30 $7/drop in or $50/10 punch Teen/Adult: Fridays l 7:30-9:00 $10 drop in or $90/10 punch Family: Sundays l 1:00-2:00 $20/drop in For a family of 4. 1 Adult must be present.

SPECIALTY PROGRAMS

CIGC also offers community based programs including customized sport group training, camps, birthday parties, school groups and private gym rentals. Please email admin@canmoregymnastics.com For complete programming information visit our website at:

www.canmoregymnastics.com

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Canmore Golf and Curling Club

Community Calendar Curling Events

Curling Registration Monday, October 3, 2016 6:00 p.m.

Fall and Winter Junior Curling Program

Or call 403.678.5959 ext.2 to sign up for any curling program or Bonspiel.

Little Rocks l Ages 7 - 12 Juniors Ages l 13 - 17

Learn to Curl Program

Tuesday and Thursday 3:45 - 5:00 p.m.

Saturday’s starting October 15 running for 7 weeks This program is designed for people who are new to curling. Brooms and sliders provided, stretchy clothing is recommended.

Fall session runs October 17 - December 15, 2016 Winter Session runs January 9 - March 9, 2016

Note: November 19 Mixed Spiel. No Learn to curl that day.

Curling Clinic Sunday, October 30, 2016 This course is designed for curlers with a minimum of one year of experience. Professional instruction along with video feedback provided.

Bonspiels Mixed: November 18 - 20, 2016 Men’s: January 13 - 15, 2017 Ladies’: February 3 - 5, 2017

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NEED FOR SPEED…SKATE ON!

Come learn to skate, make friends and have fun.

For a detailed schedule, costs and registration information, please visit:

www.banffcanmorespeedskating.ca

The first two sessions are free — come out and give it a try!

RIDING LESSONS FOR ALL AGES

Come Play Hockey

Register at www.alborakstable.com

with the Canmore Minor Hockey Association

• Open to players

4 - 17 years of age

• New players are welcome • Girls and boys are welcome

Visit www.canmorehockey.org to view all programs including Initiation, Timbits, house, CAHL and girls’ hockey.

Next registration starts June, 2016.

ALBORAK STABLE Horse Boarding • Riding Lessons • Summer Camps 403.932.4819 • Email alborakstable@gmail.com

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Visit our website www.canmorehockey.org for program information and to sign up.

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Civic Centre Phone l 403.678.1500 Fax l 403.678.1534 Address l 902 - 7th Avenue, Canmore, AB T1W 3K1 Elevation Place Phone l 403.678.8920 Fax Reception Desk l 403.678.8934 Fax Admin Offices l 403.678.8935 Email l elevationplace@canmore.ca Address l 700 Railway Avenue, Canmore, AB T1W 1P4 Canmore Recreation Centre Phone l 403.678.8920 Address l 1900 8th Avenue, Canmore, AB T1W 1Y2 Public Works Phone l 403.678.1580 Fax l 403.678.1586 Address l 100 Glacier Drive, Canmore, AB T1W 1K8

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