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Root for Trees Planting Event

Community-Based Budgeting

From: Keren Tang <keren.tang@edmonton.ca> Date: Fri, May 5, 2023 at 4:58 PM Subject: You're Invited: Community-Based Budgeting 2023! Hello everyone,

Our Ward Karhiio Community-Based Budgeting project has launched for 2023, and we are once again looking for community members to help us decide how to spend part of our Ward budget, and share their ideas for resident-led projects that improve our communities (Check out this recent feature in the Globe and Mail on last year's experience). Our first introductory workshop this year is happening next Saturday May 13th and we invite you to join us and help us spread the word! We have content below that we would appreciate you sharing/forwarding, and we have also attached a poster. This is a great opportunity to bring to life small ideas that you have always had in a collaborative process. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out, and thank you for your support.

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The Community-Based Budgeting project is back again for its 2nd year in Ward Karhiio with Councillor Keren Tang in partnership with Edmonton Public Library and Beta City YEG! Do you have an idea for a small action or project that might spark conversation or positive change in your neighbourhood? Join us in-person on May 13th for Community-Based Budgeting Workshop #1 - Brainstorm!

We have $20,000 in total funding available for 10-15 projects this year! We invite you to share your ideas that help make our public spaces more enjoyable, welcoming, or comfortable, and build pride in the places where we live, work, and play. Projects must be located in Ward Karhiio to strengthen the connection between people and these places. Check out our website for some project examples!

This process will be interactive and iterative, and in the end YOU will help us decide how to spend part of our office budget.

The Ward Karhiio team is holding the first of two Community-Based Budgeting Workshops on Saturday May 13th from 3:30-5:00PM at the Edmonton Public Library Mill Woods Branch. Through this workshop series, you will have a chance to brainstorm and develop projects, and connect with other do-ers and champions in your neighbourhood.

Join us at our upcoming workshops - click below to RSVP and learn more!

Workshop #1 Brainstorm: May 13, 2023 from 3:30 PM-5:00 PM at the Mill Woods Library Branch (2610 Hewes Way NW)

Workshop #2 Develop & Design: June 3, 2023 from 3:30 PM-5:00 PM at the Mill Woods Library Branch (2610 Hewes Way NW)

Learn more about the Community-Based Budgeting Project and how to get involved on our project webpage at kerentang.ca/cbb with our detailed FAQs, or email us at participatorybudgetyeg@gmail.com.

If you can’t make it to the workshop, sign up for project updates or share your ideas and questions in the form here, and subscribe to my monthly e-newsletter!

You can also contact our office directly if you have any questions, ideas or suggestions at keren.tang@edmonton.ca or 780-496-8142.

We greatly appreciate your help spreading the word with your communities and neighbours.

All the best,

Keren

KEREN TANG

COUNCILLOR, Ward Karhiio (she/her)

780-496-8142 OFFICE

780-975-5726 MOBILE

780-496-8113 FAX (if required)

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Edmonton AB T5J 2R7

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MCARFA - Gene Zwozdesky Grade 12 Scholarships

Two scholarships for Grade 12 students will be awarded. The deadline for applications is June 15, 2023.

Click Here to view more information and the application form for the scholarships.

Prescolaire des Petits Pas Yeg Open House on May 17 2023

The Prescolaire des Petits Pas Yeg will be hosting an Open House on house on Wednesday May 17, 2023 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

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Seniors Crime Prevention Workshops

The Edmonton Neighbourhood Watch Program Society is presenting a series of Seniors Crime Prevention Workshops.

Click Here for more information.

Alberta Team Handball

From: Alberta Team Handball Federation <info@albertateamhandball.com> Sent: February 15, 2023 2:53 PM To: undisclosed-recipients: Subject: Team Handball Sr League Finals

The Alberta Team Handball Federation would like to invite you and those in your community to come out and watch our Sr. League Finals on March 5th for free.

If you have never seen a game before, this is an opportunity to watch former pro players, current and past national team members for both men and women play for the ATHF championship. If it is anything like it was last year, you're in for some high intensity and physically demanding games.

You can use (this link) to view the time and teams for each game (which will be updated when the final games are completed this weekend).

There is a concession on site, and it is easiest to access the facility heading eastbound on the Yellowhead. This way you avoid construction issues. If the parking lot is full, you can park in the lot just to the west.

I have also attached a poster for you to share on your social media accounts to help spread the word.

We look forward to seeing you there.

Carl Barton

Executive Director

Alberta Team Handball Federation

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11759 Groat Road NW, Edmonton, Alberta,

T5M 3K6, Canada

P: 780-405-0391

E: info@albertateamhandball.com

W: www.albertateamhandball.com

Winterfest

From: Beautifications COPS BPCE <front.yards@edmonton.ca> Sent: January 3, 2023 1:33 PM To: woodvalecommunityfacility@shaw.ca Subject: 2023 City of Edmonton Winterscapes Competition for Community Leagues

Good day!

We are the team that organizes the Front Yard in Bloom program every year!

Now that it is Winter, we wanted to highlight the Winterscapes program to your organization.

Winterscapes is a winter-themed contest that encourages people to celebrate winter outdoors and to beautify neighbourhoods by creating a front yard "winterscape". You can nominate your own yard or someone else yard. We would be delighted if you could share the following information with your community.

How Can Community Leagues Participate?

· Spread the word about this program to residents within your community through newsletter articles, posters, and events

· Host a winterscape-building party in front of your community league

· At your next winter, holiday, or Family Day community league event:

o Facilitate a winterscape-building activity for kids and families

o Offer a snow games challenge for kids/families for extra fun

What is a Winterscape?

A Winterscape can include snow and ice sculptures, winter gardens and landscaping, ice ornaments, and winter-themed scenes. Your imagination is the limit! Start with natural materials, such as snow, ice, visible plants, and stones or rocks You can add lights, colour, and wildlife-friendly features Find creative uses for ordinary home and garden items, such as planter containers, fences, and lawn ornaments. You can check out the Inspiration & Ideas page as well as a Photo Gallery of past winners! These winterscapes can be in front of a house, apartment, school, or community league, as long as it can be seen clearly from the road and has an Edmonton address.

Why Build a Winterscape?

Beautify your neighbourhood. Make your community hall or gathering location a fun place to be. A fun way to spend time with friends, family, and colleagues pg. 2 Be active outdoors Start a new family tradition! For complete details, please visit our website: edmonton.ca/winterscapes. Submitted photos may be added to our online gallery for public viewing.

Categories:

· Winter Garden: These natural-looking Winterscapes feature landscaped yards with visible plants, snow, ice, and wildlife-friendly features. Yards may also include garden decorations, accessories, colour, and lights.

· Winter Art: These yards may feature creative winter scenes and snow/ice sculptures. Add plant materials, colour, lights, and use your vivid imagination to create an artistic Winterscape!

· Winter Play: These fun and kid-friendly Winterscapes have playful features, and may include snow slides, snow forts, colourful snow/ice art, tree ornaments, lights, and much more.

You can nominate your own winterscape, or a friend’s or neighbour’s winterscape. Individuals and groups alike are invited to submit nominations!

Winterscapes Prizes

Each week, the names of those who submitted nominations will be entered into a weekly random prize draw for a chance to win a gift card to #YEGWinterPatios. Additionally, this year, all nominees will receive a snowman-building kit prize (while supplies last)!

For more information, including rules and guidelines, and how to enter in on the fun, you can visit our website at www.edmonton.ca/winterscapes.

Thank you, and enjoy the winter!

The Winterscapes Team,

Jenny and Cameron

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2023 Winterscapes Poster

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Parking Ban Notifications

This year, the City of Edmonton has launched a new parking ban notification tool.

Signing up for notifications is easy! The 24 hour advance notice of a parking ban, through text and/or email, helps drivers avoid a $250 fine. It also helps crews clear roads safely and more efficiently. Subscribers are even notified of when a ban has ended. Visit edmonton.ca/SafeTravels to sign up for notifications.

Play Ranger Program - Fall, 2022

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Handball

From: Alberta Team Handball Federation <info@albertateamhandball.com> Sent: November 24, 2022 11:22 AM To: undisclosed-recipients: Subject: U13 Team Handball League play begins soon Hello Community Leagues, I am hoping you can share the following information with your memberships. ATHF is recruiting players for our upcoming U13 season. So if you are looking for something different for your child to play at a very affordable rate, give team handball a try. Our play dates for the season are; Jan. 15 - Edm Feb 4 - Red Deer Feb 12 - Edm March 11 - Red Deer March 19 - finals in Edm On each of the first 4 play dates, it is a tournament style day where teams will play 3 times each date. The number of games played for the finals depends on the number of teams, but is likely 2-3 games as well. For more information, feel free to reach out to one of our clubs (Club information found here) or email ATHF at info@albertateamhandball.com or call 780-405-0391 Thank you, have a great day. Carl Barton Executive Director Alberta Team Handball Federation ________________________________ 11759 Groat Road NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T5M 3K6, Canada P: 780-405-0391 E: info@albertateamhandball.com W: www.albertateamhandball.com

From: Alberta Team Handball Federation <info@albertateamhandball.com> Sent: August 24, 2022 9:18 AM Subject: Handball Fest - September 24th

Hello Everyone, I am hoping that you can share this with members of your community. Edmonton is hosting its first-ever Team Handball Festival and it is open to families to come out and try at an affordable price. I have added a poster with this email as well as a registration link.

Welcome to Edmonton's first Handball Fest. Level 1 sports is hosting a Handball Fest on September 24th. All day participants can play matches of H-Ball (A.K.A mini-handball for all ages) while taking advantage of a chance to win some swag and prizes.

This is a family-friendly event for all ages. We will have a food truck on site, concession, and most importantly H-Ball (aka Mini Handball for adults). It is a great opportunity to bring some of your friends!

If you have never played handball before do not worry!! It's easy to learn and super fun. If you know the game, bring your friends for them to try.

We will have 3 courts available for play from 12-6 pm.

1 court dedicated to learning 1 court for kids 8-12 1 kings court. *All courts are Co-ed Play

Costs

$50 for Teams of 4 - 6 $10 for Individual play Kids Free!!

Use the link below for early bird registration, $40. To show up and play is $10 per individual or $50 per team (4-6 players). Registration.

Level 1 Sports facility is located at 14449 Yellowhead Trail.