We need your help! Please consider taking a volunteer shift for our upcoming casino.
No experience is necessary – all training will be done at your shift. A meal and snacks are provided too!
November 11th and 12th, 2025
Pure Casino – 1420 Meridian Road NE
Thank you for supporting the WHMCA!
Hi everyone,
We finished our final prehearing committee meeting with the lawyer Gavin earlier today and have a few updates to share with you.1. The petition in opposition to the overhead powerline route has ~760 signatures. We would love it if we could break the 1000 signature mark. Please share one more time with your friends and family! The petition will be shared with ENMAX, municipal decision makers such as the Mayor and our councillor as well as referenced in the actual hearing as being evidence to strong opposition. Here is the link to the petition as well as the QR code.
2. The timelines for the AUC process are as follows…
3. The hearing is virtual and public – click here if you would like to watch the live-streamed hearing via YouTube starting Monday, May 26th at 9:00am.
4. ENMAX has responded to our submission with “Reply Evidence”. If you are interested in reviewing ENMAX’s response the documents are attached but please remember the process does not allow for any new submissions or responses to this “Reply Evidence”
5. DJ Kelly has crafted a terrific op-ed piece that we hope will run in the Herald this week with the goal of creating further awareness and with the hope of exerting some political pressure on the decision makers. Keep your eyes peeled and share it as well.
We will continue to keep you up to date on any further developments.
Nose Creek Concerts
We Launch Nose Creek Concerts on February 16th
Nose Creek Concerts is the new name of our Sunday afternoon concert series presenting blues, roots, soul, folk and light rock, accompanied by a simple, light home-cooked meal.
For those who have attended one of our Sunday concerts these past months, we are taking what’s worked best and are launching an ongoing series that brings community together through music and food. We’ll continue to use 3 of our halls and, who knows, maybe we’ll move outside when spring comes around.
Each event will start with a light home-cooked meal which is included in the ticket price. We’ll open the doors at 2PM so there’s ample time to eat and mingle. We’re adding a cash bar. The concert will start at 3PM, there’ll be one intermission and we’ll all be out at 5PM. Your hosts and presenters will continue to be Suzanne Mott from Winston Heights-Mountview Community Association (WHMCA) and Dave Donovan from Calgary House Concerts.
Kirby Sewell Trio on Valentine’s Day Weekend & Family Day Weekend!
The 2025 series will kick off February 16th with a very special treat for Valentine’s Day Weekend and Family Day Weekend – The Kirby Sewell Trio!
The Kirby Sewell Trio will take the stage with a presence that will be as soulful as it will be electric.
Award-winning blues vocalist Kirby Sewell joins Jerry Proppe on piano and Jeff Meszaros on acoustic guitar, blending their voices in harmony to breathe new life into classics. From McCartney’s melodic elegance to Simon’s storytelling, from Clapton’s raw blues to Bowie’s edge, they take audiences on a musical journey that moves from gospel’s rich resonance to New Orleans’ lively streets. With
distinctively original arrangements, this trio promises an afternoon that’s not just music—it’s an experience!
Advance Tickets Can Be Purchased Online – Here and On Our Website
Tickets are $25. Content will be family-friendly and young people 14 and under can attend for free.
There is a 15% discount for WHMCA members. Advance tickets are encouraged (so we can estimate food) and can be purchased online using VISA or Mastercard. Tickets can be purchased at the door as well.
Summary
A group of concerned neighbours is actively involved in opposing the above ground option. We are opposed on the basis of the following…
Update
So far we have contacted all relevant elected officials including Sean Chu, Jyoti Gondek and Lizette Tejada to voice our opposition. In addition some of us have registered as interveners for the Alberta Utilities Commission hearing where it will be decided as to whether the line will be above ground or buried.
We have been in touch with a lawyer who has represented groups opposing these types of projects in the past. We are waiting to hear back regarding our appeal. Apparently Enmax will be responsible for the cost of us hiring lawyers.
The deadline that we have received from AUC for interveners submitting written evidence is March 27 2025 at 4:00:00 PM. We have not been notified as to when the actual hearing will be held.
We have canvassed the properties on 17th avenue, Marlowe Crescent, Marsden Road as well as the businesses on 16th avenue to raise awareness. We will be canvassing Moncton and Montrose in the near future.
We will continue to keep you up to date on what is happening in terms of our activities.
What Can You Do?
Contacts
Enmax has proposed two options for the new transmission line:
The above-ground option will follow this path:
Enmax plans to install free-standing towers between 22 and 28 meters tall (approximately 7 to 9 stories high). For reference, the Mountview Apartment building is 7 stories. The included images from the Enmax proposal illustrate the scale of these towers in comparison to nearby houses.
The installation of these towers will significantly affect the visual landscape and character of our community. Many residents feel that burying the line, while costlier, is a more appropriate solution given the relatively short distance.
The AUC will decide whether to approve the above-ground transmission line as proposed by Enmax or require the line to be buried.
For more information, please refer to the following resources:
We encourage all community members to stay informed and involved in this critical issue. Your input and support are vital as we advocate for the best outcome for our neighborhood.
Things you can do to try and prevent this from occurring…
1. Please inform your neighbours and forward them this email
2. Contact Alex at president@winstonheights.ca with reasons why you would be opposed to the above ground option. He will use this in the AUC hearing.
3. Also register to participate as an intervener with AUC for proceeding 29583.
The North Hall will be open for skaters to change their skates, warm up and use the washroom each Saturday and Sunday afternoon in January and February. If the ice is ready and we have sufficient volunteers to open and close the hall, we will open it up each day from Boxing Day through New Year’s Day as well. Children can wear their skates in the washrooms and through the building. Adults are asked to wear skate guards so they don’t cut the carpet. Just look for the sandwich board sign saying “North Hall Open for Skaters”. If it’s outside the North Hall, the hall is open. If you’d like to volunteer to open and close, please contact Suzanne at hallmanager@winstonheights.ca.
Ready to master the ultimate Canadian winter skill? 
Our beloved community skating rink is a hub for winter fun, but it takes a village (and some snowblowers) to keep it running for the hundreds of skaters who enjoy it! Join our rink volunteer team and learn the ropes at a FREE hands-on ice-making workshop! We’ll teach you how to use WHMCA’s snowblowers, brush machines, and shovels to clear snow and flood the rink like a pro. It’s a great way to enjoy the fresh air and connect with your neighbors while giving back to the community.
Workshop Details:
Saturday, January 4
10 AM – 12 PM
Community Hall 520 27 Ave NE
If you can lift, carry, and love winter vibes, we need your help! Plus, we guarantee a morning full of laughs and teamwork.
Sign up today!
Contact Blair at 
403-889-4293
Let’s keep our rink shining all winter long!
We are working with Alien In-line Skating to offer 3 classes for ages 5+ to learn the basics of ice skating. Alien In-line Skating is a well-known Calgary organization which teaches in-line as well as ice skating. www.alieninline.com
Instructors from Alien In-Line Skating will teach 3 levels of one-hour classes on Saturday, January 11 at 10:00am. No need to determine what level of class you need. Instructors will assess students at the start of the class and separate the group into the 3 levels. Students must be no younger than 5 years old. Adult students are welcome. Students must wear a helmet and bring their own skates.
The North Hall, which is the small building beside the skating rink, will be open for changing into skates, getting warm and using the washroom. We’ll have the coffee pot on and have hot chocolate for the kids after the lessons.
Class level descriptions are:
Class level size will be capped at 10 students for each instructor (30 for the full program).
The fee is $10 with a 15% discount for members. Advance registration is required.
Many thanks to all who joined us on November 15th for a record 12 teams and congratulations to “The Glitter Kitties” on their win!
We’re excited to welcome everyone back in January. Happy Holidays!
