In April, we featured an article as to what to do with dead batteries. In June, we featured what to do with pizza boxes. This month, we are featuring what to do with nail polish. Did you know these are toxic paints that cannot go in the garbage or recycling? Please read more in this issue.
I am happy to announce that Walmart has adopted a “Recycling in Beauty” program and is now accepting skin care products such as lip balms, face soap dispensers/tubes, lotion tubes/jars/dispensers, non-pressurized shaving foam tubes, land lotion bottles/tubes, body wash containers, and soap tubes. In addition, they also accept makeup containers such as mascara tubes, eyeliner pencils and cases, eye shadow tubes/cases, concealer tubes, lipsticks, lip gloss, lip liner tubes and pencils, foundation bottles/packaging, and powder cases. It is truly amazing to see businesses and corporations make changes to ensure that their products do not go into landfills. Together, we can eliminate putting many of these toxic items in our garbage and then into the ground.
In our quest for Truth and Reconciliation, it is my hope that we provide opportunities to protect this environment aligning with the ideals of the stewards of this ancestral traditional territory. Interesting in being part of BTCA Eco-community? Protecting the environment? Interested in learning about Indigenous local herbal medicines that grow in our area? A cooking class with an Indigenous themed recipe? A Bannock tasting? Please, let us know!
Did you know that by the time they hit adolescence, only 15% of girls get enough physical activity to lead a healthy lifestyle? This month, the BTCA was thrilled to present an active sport girls summer program. We hope to have a feature soon to show these young ladies in action. Growing up active and doing exercise is so very important for these young ladies growing up and we could not be prouder of these girls who are learning to adopt beneficial healthy habits. Way to go, girls! Keep staying active!
For me, exercise has multiple benefits. You may see me running in your alleys, or rollerblading at the rink. I also play ball hockey and I try to go hiking every weekend. I start my routine with daily push ups and hope to end with having enough time to do weights in the evening. This not only keeps one strong and healthy but also improves mental health by reducing anxiety, depression, and negative mood. Most importantly, it builds self esteem. My TV is hardly ever on. Many thanks to those who are older and younger than I am for giving me inspiration to continue to be active. I hope these young ladies continue being active for life! I have included a photo of my many hiking journeys for you to enjoy.
With the warmer weather now upon us, we can finally get out there and have a little bit of fun! This month, the Banff Trail Community will be having an all-out Community Water Fight, a Music in the Park concert program, and our annual highly anticipated Stampede BBQ. Our events committee has been very busy! We hope you join us!
Our annual Banff Trail Community Cleanup is projected to take place in September. Time to clean out any unwanted items, clean up our alleys, and dispose of any unwanted items. This also provides the opportunity to pick up furniture, dishes, collectables, clothes, and more items that you may wish for free! More details to come in future issues, so please stay tuned!
Your Banff Trail Membership is absolutely free! Six years ago, the Banff Trail Community Association voted to set memberships to zero dollars to include everyone. For new memberships, please provide your name, contact information, and let us know if you live within the Banff Trail neighbourhood boundaries to [email protected]. Or just let us know if you wish to renew as a member for an additional year. Thank you so much for your support to help us bring you wonderful improvements, events, and programs.
With the rising costs of vegetables and cooking ingredients, the Banff Trail Community Association offers community gardens for rent, but spaces are limited. Why not grow your own medicines or flowers? Reserve your space soon! Contact Marie Fraser at [email protected] for more information.
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If you have anything you’re interested in, don’t hesitate to get involved. Our meetings are on the second Wednesday of the month from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. Feel free to call 403-282-2234 or email [email protected]. You are more than welcome to join us! You can also join us or see what is going on every month via online video using this link: https://meet.google.com/gsd-cyzo-fhx. The Banff Trail Community Association (BTCA) consists of a wonderful group of neighbours who are dedicated to our community and its residents. Thank you for all your time and volunteering efforts.
In Solidarity, your editor for the Banff Trail Howler,
Ravenmoon Spicer, originally from Anishinaabe Algonquin unceded ancestral territory.
Acknowledging and Honouring Indigenous cultures: Calgary (and Banff Trail) is situated at Mohkinsstsis (in Blackfoot); Wîchîspa (in Stoney); or Guts’ists’i (in Tsuut’ina) in Treaty 7 Territory, Home of the Blackfoot Nations, Stoney-Nakoda Nations, Tsuut’ina Nation, and Home of the Métis Nation of Alberta, Region 3. We pay our respect to the First Nation and Métis.
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