University Heights Community Association Calgary

05/19/2026

|| = || __ SAVE THE DATES

|| = || > St Andrews Heights Climate Conversation and Willow Weaving Workshop (Free)

It is a climate conversation, but we can’t guarantee the weather. Bring your mittens. Bring your shorts. Let’s talk about it - and do some willow weaving.

There are two sessions - one on June 4th and one on June 24th:

Part One Workshop Registration
https://www.calgaryclimatehub.ca/sah_community_climate_conversation
Part Two Workshop Registration
https://www.calgaryclimatehub.ca/sah_community_climate_conversation_part_two

|| = || > Community Social @ the Hall, June 6th, 7 - 10:30 pm

Spend some time with neighbours. Maybe meet some new ones. Challenge someone to darts. But no poking them! More info in the poster below (check the comments).

|| = || > Ward 7 Idea Session, June 11th, 7 - 9 pm

Our local councillor wants to hear your ideas for what would make things better. Residents from both St Andrews Heights and University Heights are welcome. All will take place at the Hall in St Andrews Heights.

|| = || > SAH Fun Walk / Run 5k Fundraiser, June 14th - registration by June 1st

Come join us on the 5k route around our community and Parkdale or a 1k run for the kids around the hall. It’s $10 per individual or $15 for a family. Your participation will help support the costs of future events in the community.

Please register by e-transfering your payment to [email protected] before June 1, with the first and last names of all participants in the e-transfer notes.

The race will have a mass start at 10 am, but registration opens at 9:30 am. We urge you to come then if you want to ensure you're ready for 10 am. Prizes for first 3 winners and other spirit awards.

Refreshments and connecting will also reconvene at the hall @ 10:40 am.

Have any questions about the race or payment, please email Olivia at: [email protected]

05/19/2026

The weekly farmer’s market with Broxburn Vegetables resumes for the season next month at Foothills Mennonite Church in our community.

The market, a collaboration with the City of Calgary, was supposed to start THIS THURSDAY. However, due to some administrative delays, the launch has been pushed back for several weeks.

The time has changed from mornings to the new afternoon hours of 3-6 pm; otherwise it’s the same market that has been serving our community for close to five years.

We’ll update you here when the final start date is announced.

05/11/2026

Get your shovels out - no, not the snow movers. The City of Calgary has loads of compost from its Green Bin collection program and Calgarians can sign up for a pickup slot. More info is below.

Good news, gardeners! The compost giveaway is offering free, nutrient-rich compost produced from both food and yard waste collected by the Green Cart program. Help your plants thrive while reducing waste!

Remember to bring:
- Shovel
- Gloves
- Tarp
- Containers to hold compost (buckets, tubs, etc.)

Book your spot online and claim your share of the good dirt!

By appointment only. Pickup is at the Shepard or Spyhill landfills from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

📆 Now booking appointments for May 4 to 16 at https://brnw.ch/21x23pJ

05/01/2026

Get ready for our annual Neighbour Day festivities including our annual BBQ and Soccer Wind-up later next month.

This popular event is well worth adding to your calendar on Saturday, June 20th. It runs from 11 am until 2 pm and we’ve put in a word with Mother Nature for good weather.

The UHCA will provide all food and drinks along with 2 bounce houses (one intended for the smaller kids & one for the older kids) and other, family-friendly activities.

The BBQ will be held near the playground behind University School.

We are always looking for help with even set-up and take-down. If you can help, please email [email protected]

05/01/2026

Today we are happy to report that the PipeDiver assessment of the steel portion of the Bearspaw South Feeder Main was a success.

The PipeDiver test was conducted earlier this week without issue, after which the robot and recovery net were retrieved from the pipe.

We expect to receive the results of the PipeDiver assessment in approximately one month, which will be used to inform future plans.

05/01/2026

Good advice to help keep pedestrians and motorists safe! 🚙 🚲

Did you know? In Calgary, people on foot have the right of way at both marked and unmarked crosswalks.

Not all drivers know this. Not all people crossing know their rights either. Knowing the rules is just the start. Now here's what you can do to stay safe when crossing:

🚗👀 Drivers: Scan ahead and slow down before you reach an intersection. Do not assume the person sees you.

🚶‍♀️‍➡️👀 People crossing the street: Make eye contact and make sure drivers have stopped before you step out. Do not assume you have been seen.

Safety at every crosswalk is a shared responsibility.

Join the Drive to Zero Lives Lost: calgary.ca/visionzero

Calgary Police Service

04/26/2026

RESCHEDULED - Area residents are encouraged to participate in community ideation sessions later this summer to help shape Ward 7’s future based on our real experiences, needs and aspirations.

A joint ideation session had been scheduled for June 11 from 7 pm to 9 pm at the St Andrews Heights Community Association hall. However, due to a city hall scheduling conflict, this event has been deferred until later this summer. We’ll post an update when a new date is selected.

We're excited to share plans about our community ideation sessions starting in early May. We are hosting community ideation sessions at eight Ward 7 Community Associations to help gather community input on ways you want to see your communities shaped over the next four years. We are going to gather feedback with topic bulletin boards, area maps, and dot charts to understand the desires of community members in key regions of the Ward.

What Is It?
Community Ideation Sessions are interactive, in‑person gatherings where residents can share what matters most to them in their neighbourhoods. Participants will be invited to contribute through topic bulletin boards, neighbourhood maps, dot‑voting charts, and sticky-notes galore, creating a democratic and accessible way for everyone to be heard.
The sessions will be held across eight regions of Ward 7, ensuring voices from diverse communities are reflected in future planning and decision‑making.

Who Is It For?
These sessions are open to all Ward 7 residents, including:
🏠Long‑time community members and newcomers
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Youth, families, seniors, and local business owners
🚌Anyone who lives, works, or volunteers in Ward 7
🌻No prior experience or preparation is needed—just a willingness to share your perspective.

Why Should Residents Attend?
Community input plays a vital role in shaping advocacy, priorities, and investments at City Hall. By attending a Community Ideation Session, residents have a direct opportunity to:
🗨️Connect with neighbours and strengthen community relationships
💬Share ideas about what they want to see more of (or less of) in their community
💪Identify local challenges and opportunities
🏛️Influence priorities that will help guide Ward 7’s work over the next four years

We are finalizing details on a few of these sessions, but if you express your interest through an RSVP or via email to us we will update you as soon as we know more details. Please follow the event links for more information and to express your interest.

04/24/2026

We are so grateful for our community volunteers!

Canadians aged 55 and over were less likely than younger Canadians to volunteer for a charity or non-profit organization, but those who did gave more hours.

https://ow.ly/1jVy50YP2eR

04/20/2026

Cyclists will want to watch for the Calgary Bike Swap: Buy, Sell, or Donate! May 2 in N.E. Calgary.

Whether you’re looking to upgrade, sell a bike the kids have outgrown, or find a budget-friendly set of wheels (gas prices?), Calgary Bike Swap is the place to be.

• When: Saturday, May 2, 2026
• Where: Vivo for Healthier Generations, 11950 Country Village Link NE
• Consignment Drop-off: 08:00 – 14:00
• Peace of Mind Walk Thru**: 14:00 – 14:30 (Exclusive access)
• Sale Starts: 14:30 – 17:00
• Donations Welcome: 08:00 – 17:00

How it Works Sellers: Drop off your clean, functional bike and we’ll sell it for you!
o Fees: $10 for AMA members | $15 for non-members.
o The Payout: We e-transfer you 85% of the sale price.

Buyers: Admission is $2 (if you can afford it). This supports 30+ groups that rebuild donated bikes for our community.

Check out the poster below for full details and registration. See you at Vivo!

04/17/2026

We’re getting ready for our UHCA Spring Fling tomorrow. And you’re invited.

This family-friendly event is scheduled for Saturday, April 25th from 9:30 am to 11:30 am at
Foothills Mennonite Church (basement).

There will be cookie decorating, crafts and games for the kids. For the adults, come enjoy a coffee or tea while enjoying some social time with your neighbours.

We are looking for help with set-up, assistance with the events and clean-up. If you are interested in volunteering, please email [email protected]