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Pride Day Parade

As found on the Calgary Pride website, “It’s the most colourful event of the year!

“2018 brings forth the 28th iteration of the annual Calgary Pride Parade – the signature event that colours all of downtown Calgary with rainbows and smiles! Originally a small march of LGBT Calgarians, some of whom wore masks and bags over their faces to protect from persecution, the event has grown in leaps and bounds to become the second biggest parade in Calgary.

“Today, Calgary Pride welcomes non profit organizations, businesses big and small, politicians, political parties, churches, unions, and more, all to come together and celebrate Calgary’s diversity. This incredible gathering of inclusive and diverse organizations draws tens of thousands of spectators each year, and showcases the diversity of Calgary’s community.”

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE PARADE START TIME HAS CHANGED TO 11:00AM

Pride: A Conversation – Registration Closing

A quick and friendly reminder that registration closes tomorrow, August 29, 2018 @ noon.  

Come join your WHCA for an evening of education, information and Q&A from our diverse panel of the LGTBQ+ Calgarians!  Learn about the community and and inclusion that WHCA wants to build on in our community.

Our Goals:
 – Build community and increase inclusion within West Hillhurst.
– Increase awareness and understanding about:
– Sexuality and gender issues
– Calgary’s LGTBQ+ community

– Provide attendees with local LGTBQ+ resources / services*

Come on down to this family-friendly event and be part of the change that we hope to see in our community!  The West Hillhurst Community Association provides a safe place for all!

Please be sure to register as only registered guests will have the opportunity to win a door prize.  You can register online here.  

WHCA wants to thank the following sponsors and donations:

  1.  Crave Cupcakes – Kensington
  2.  Bernard Callebaut – Kensington
  3. BlockTalk
  4. Naked Leaf
  5. DeAnna Kweens

Calgary Pride Week

Calgary Pride Week officially runs August 24 – September 3, 2018.  This is a week to show the cultural diversity, inclusion and support from companies and people across southern Alberta.  Through out the week, there are many adult-only events taking place, but more importantly, over the weekend, there will be tons of family-friendly, age appropriate activities taking place.  Found on the Calgary Pride and Visit Calgary website, here is the general information about the Pride Parade and Pride in the Park:

 

Diversity and inclusivity

Why Go

AUGUST 24 to SEPTEMBER 3, 2018 Celebrating 27 Years of Pride! The annual Calgary Pride Festival celebrates our city’s diverse and inclusive community, through a variety of events throughout the week. Join us for concerts, plays, parties, history walks, panel discussions, and the free signature Parade and Pride in the Park. PARADE The signature Calgary Pride Parade is one of the most colourful celebrations of the year! This family friendly parade sees upwards of 60,000 spectators as nearly 150 entries from community groups, corporations, politicians, churches and public services roll through the heart of downtown, and celebrates the tremendous diversity of Calgary’s community. PRIDE IN THE PARK Immediately following the Parade, join us for this massive free outdoor party, complete with live music from local, national and international performers, a marketplace of community groups and pride inspired merchandise, a selection of some of the best food trucks rolling the streets of Calgary, the Village Brewery beer gardens, and a family zone with crafts and activities for kids of all ages.

What’s Great

The signature Calgary Pride Parade is one of the most colourful celebrations of the year! This family friendly parade draws 60,000 spectators and nearly 150 entries and is capped off by Pride in the Park, a free outdoor party with beer gardens, delicious food trucks and live music.

Local Tip:

Pride is family friendly. Pride in the Park features a family zone with crafts and activities for children.

 

Calgary Pride Parade 2018

September 2, 2018 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

Free

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The signature Calgary Pride Parade is one of the most colourful celebrations of the year! This family friendly parade sees upwards of 60,000 spectators as over 150 entries from community groups, corporations, politicians, churches and public services roll through the heart of downtown, and celebrates the tremendous diversity of Calgary’s community.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE START TIME HAS CHANGED TO 11:00AM

Date:
September 2, 2018
Time:
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Cost:
Free
Event Category:

Organizer

Calgary Pride
Website:
calgarypride.ca

 

September 2, 2018 @ 11:00 am – 6:00 pm

Free

Join us for one of Calgary’s largest FREE outdoor cultural celebrations, immediately following the Pride Parade. Enjoy live music on the main stage, activities for youth and children in the family zone, a cold beer or refreshing cocktail in the Village Brewery Beer Gardens, or get better acquainted with the local community as your browse the marketplace.

Date:
September 2, 2018
Time:
11:00 am – 6:00 pm
Cost:
Free
Event Categories:
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ISC Power Breakfast

DESCRIPTION

Please note that this event is exclusive for ISC clients.

If you wish to attend but you are not an ISC client, please feel free to contact us at ghazih@immigrantservicescalgary.ca

This event will be an opportunity to network with established professionals in Canada as well as other internationally trained professionals in the fields of Finance, HR, Accounting, Suply Chain.

There will be an ice breaker activity to engage all attendees.

*Light breakfast will be served*

Registration required by Friday August 17 2018.

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DATE AND TIME

Thu, August 23, 2018

7:30 AM – 9:00 AM MDT

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LOCATION

Immigrant Services Calgary

910 7 Avenue Southwest

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Calgary, AB T2P 3N8

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ORGANIZER IMMIGRANT SERVICES CALGARY

Organizer of ISC Power Breakfast August 2018

Since 1977, Immigrant Services Calgary has been providing a wide range of settlement services to immigrants and refugees looking to begin a new chapter of their lives in Canada. We employ a client focused, integrated approach when working with individuals and their families to help them settle in Calgary.

Our aim is to reach newcomers in a timely and responsive manner to facilitate a smooth transition, proper settlement and successful integration into the Calgary community. We work hard to ensure our clients have access to programs and services that can help them overcome the challenges that come with immigrating to a new country, thus setting them up to succeed in their new life in Canada.

 

Our Vision: Immigrants and their families participate fully in an integrated and cohesive Canadian society.

Our Mission: Immigrant Services Calgary is committed to being a comprehensive settlement agency working together with immigrants and their families to make Canada home.

Our Values: We are passionate, collaborative, accountable, and ethical leaders in settlement services. We believe that people come first. We are committed to quality services for a diverse Canadian community.

Back-to-School Check List for Parents

As per usual, the summer flew by.  Kids are already getting ready or preparing to head back to school and classes for another year.  It tends to be a very busy and stressful time for parents, who are in fact rushing to get the kids ready for the start of the year.  Below, a short list of suggested tips that will make the transition easier on you, the parent, but also the kids.  Thank you to Suburban Pediatrics for the great suggestions:

1. Post your child’s class schedule.

It’s important to know what classes your child has and on what days. That way, you can stay informed on what they’re doing in school and ask specific questions such as: “What did you do in English today?”

2. Wait until you receive a school supplies list for shopping.

Shopping before getting a school supplies list can result in overspending. Some teachers are specific about the folders, pens and other supplies students use. Once you know exactly what supplies your child needs, make a list and keep track of the supplies throughout the year.

3. Keep track of school forms.

Organize all school forms as they come in. After filling them out completely, make copies and store them somewhere safe for the future.

4. Re-adjust bedtime and activities a week prior to school starting.

Start putting your child to bed ten minutes earlier each night to slowly adjust from the lax, summer sleep schedule.

5. Plan pickups and drops offs.

Different schools have different restrictions when it comes to dropping children off at school and picking them up. Make sure you ask the school if there are any rules before the first day. If your child is riding the bus, make sure you review the stops with them so they are prepared.

 

We want to wish all students and parents an educational and fun 2018 – 2019 school year!

FREE Member Classes in September

Are you a member of the WHCA?  Are you looking to get your membership soon?  Did you know that there are exclusive benefits for our members?

Coming in September, two workout classes will be included in your membership.  Take some time for yourself and learn he beautiful techniques of Tai Chi and Yuan Gong.  Experience a zen-like approach to your workout and help relax and settle your mind.  Starting in September, WHCA members can register for these FREE classes!

To register, please contact programs@westhillhurst.com or 403.283.0464 ext 4
Need to purchase your WHCA membership?  You can do so by seeing us in the office, by calling 403.283.0464 or online.

Red Rock Diner – A Performance

Description

Stage West Theatre’s 2017/2018 season closes out with the musical Red Rock Diner. Classic ’50s hits like “Crying,” and “Jailhouse Rock,” soundtrack this infectiously fun musical about coming of age during the 1950s’ burgeoning rock ‘n’ roll scene. Taking place at the Stage West Theatre Restaurant, audience members can treat themselves to a meal and a show.

“Toe-tapping beats, a nostalgic song list…an enjoyable summer performance.” 
– Monica Miller, The Vancouver Observer

“…the energy is so contagious…well-choreographed fun.” 
– Samantha Thompson, The Runner

 “Inspiring entertainment…a palpable energy that has the crowd moving.” 
– katherinerene.com

Five teens come of age while DJ Red Robinson plays the biggest hits of the 1950s. From the raucous “Great Balls of Fire” and “Jailhouse Rock” to ballads like “Cry”, this infectious musical captures the excitement and innocence of the city’s burgeoning rock ‘n’ roll scene.

Inspired by Red Robinson’s early days in radio, playwright Dean Regan created Red Rock Diner to showcase Robinson’s legendary broadcasting career and influential voice that he used to spin the records that shaped the rock ‘n’ roll landscape of the 1950s. Filled with energy, phenomenal talent, and great music, Red Rock Diner will leave you singing and dancing along to all of the songs you grew up with and have come to love!

Time:
Times vary

For more information, visit:
stagewestcalgary.com or Avenue Calgary

 

Pride: A Conversation

Join your WHCA during Calgary Pride Week (August 24 – September 3, 2018) at Pride:  A Conversation.  This informational session will focus on a couple key areas:

During Calgary Pride celebrations, the WHCA is hosting an informational session and Q&A with a panel of seven (7) interesting LGTBQ+ Calgarians. This discussion is open to everyone.

Our Goals:

– Build community and increase inclusion within West Hillhurst.

– Increase awareness and understanding about:
– Sexuality and gender issues
– Calgary’s LGTBQ+ community

– Provide attendees with local LGTBQ+ resources / services*

Join us on August 29, 2018 from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. at West Hillhurst Community Association.  Registration is required by noon on August 29, however, we will be accepting drop-ins.  Registers will have a chance to win a door price.  If registration limits are not reached, this program will NOT run.

For more information, contact marketing@westhillhurst.com or 403.283.0464 ext 3

Taste of Calgary

Taste of Calgary is the city’s most appetizing festival, giving visitors the chance to sample the city’s food, beverages, music and other cool things.

Discover Calgary’s global cuisines from a mix of unique restaurants and beverage companies. Plus get a taste of Calgary’s great musicians.
And, shop at some of the most interesting marketplace vendors in the city.

Open daily from 11 am to 9 pm – Thursday, August 9 to Sunday, August 12, 2018. 


Buy sampling tickets for $1 each right at the festival and use them to sample any of the food or beverage menu items. And. . . . Visit a variety of artisans, entrepreneurs, and interactive activities to add to the fun of the festival. Admission to the festival is free and includes a taste of Calgary’s best musical acts.

For more information, please check out the Taste of Calgary or To Do Canada website.  Please note that this is NOT a WHCA program and we cannot provide you further information.

Health Club Classes in August @ WHCA

What are you waiting for?  Come on down to the WHCA Health Club and come experience some the innovative and challenging fitness classes that they have to offer.  Meet the awesome team of professional trainers and instructors that will ensure you can reach your goals!

Want to register for any of the classes?  Contact the Health Club at 403.283.0464