by Alex MacWilliam
Our cover photo this month was taken during the January deep freeze that saw near record low temperatures and windchills. I hope you were all able to cope with this frigid weather. BRCA’s upcoming Arctic Adventure (February 9 to 11) will hopefully provide opportunities to have winter fun in somewhat warmer conditions.
Proof that winter invariably leads to spring is the fact the BRCA Rooftop Garden committee is accepting applications starting on March 1 for plots for the 2024 growing season. You green thumbs will find further details in this newsletter. Another sign that spring is on its way is that registration for the 2024 Youth Soccer Program is underway. As with the Rooftop Garden, participants in the soccer program must be members of the BRCA. Details as to how to join or renew your membership are in this issue of the newsletter. During the pandemic the BRCA Board of Directors decided to waive the fees previously required for BRCA membership. We have continued this practice but encourage members to pay what they can as the funds go toward the various programs and events we put on for the community.
Last month marked the commencement of a pilot project with the Calgary Police Service. The Community Engagement Link initiative will see CPS members using the BRCA Community Hall each Wednesday for the next twelve months as a base to connect with Bridgeland residents and businesses. Sgt. Anthony Thompson or members of his District 3 Engagement Team will be at the Hall from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm each Wednesday so please stop by and welcome them to our neighbourhood.
Click here to the Bridgeland Community News home page for the latest Bridgeland community updates.
