Canyon Meadows Neighbour Day 2017

Posted on 06/19/2017 by Colleen

Neighbour Day was a great success in Canyon Meadows on June 17, 2017. You know you have a good turn out when you've provided the same amount of food as previous years but ran out shortly after the first hour! Thanks to all our guests for your patience while we had to restock. The estimated attendance was 300+ friendly neighbours including our Councillor Dianne Colley-Urquhart and our MP Bob Benzen. It was my first year organizing this event and I'm grateful for the support from previous organ...

Pathway and Bikeway Engagement

Posted on 06/17/201706/17/2017 by Colleen

The City of Calgary is collecting feedback from Calgarians throughout the month of June. Whether you use Calgary pathways and bikeways to commute to work or school, for exercise or to explore our city, we want to hear about your experience. We’re planning for the future so that it’s easier for you to get to your destinations and explore Calgary using our pathway and bikeway network. You can participate in our online survey until June 30 by visiting Calgary.ca/pathwaybikeway.

Blue Cart Recycling Tip of the Month – Metal

Posted on 04/07/201704/07/2017 by Colleen

Did you know that tin food cans and tin foil are the only “metal” that can go in your blue cart? Frying pans, bike tires, car parts and propane tanks are all no-no’s! Here are some common “metal” items you may have in your home and the proper way to recycle or dispose it. Yes – can go in your blue cart Safely dispose – household hazardous waste drop-offs Scrap metal recycling – bring to a City landfill (charges will apply) or to a metal recycler. Tin foil – cru...

Blue Cart Recycling Tip of the Month – Bags

Posted on 02/17/201704/07/2017 by Colleen

Bag your bags! Always bundle your plastic bags before recycling Loose plastic bags cause problems at the recycling facility. They fly around, become stuck in other recyclables, jam equipment and cause costly delays. Bundle your plastic bags into a single bag before putting into your blue cart or community recycling depot. Learn more tips for preparing your recyclables at calgary.ca/recycling. YES! Bundle all stretchy plastic bags together in one bag and tie the handles closed. Acceptable pl...