November 17, 2015- “Cold Weather Vehicle Theft Warning” by Constable Matt Forest, Community Resource Officer- Calgary Police Services

Cst. Matt Forest Article - November 17, 2015

Cold-Weather Vehicle Theft

It’s that time of year again…..Our hope is to keep the community informed and prevent the theft of motor vehicles during the winter months.

Vehicle theft is an ongoing concern within the city of Calgary. Each year, as the weather cools, the Calgary Police Service receives an increase in stolen vehicle thefts, targeting unlocked vehicles left running (warming up). With this in mind, please consider:

What can you do to prevent vehicle theft?

 

  • Do not leave a vehicle running with the keys in the ignition for any length of time, even with the doors locked.
  • Never hide a second key in or around the vehicle.
  • Always close the windows, lock the doors and pocket the key.
  • Park in well-lit and well-traveled areas.
  • Take valuables with you or hide them out of sight.
  • Use anti-theft measures such as a steering wheel lock, a vehicle immobilizer system or an alarm system.
  • Consider installing a remote starter if you need to warm up your vehicle in the morning.
  • Report suspicious activity. If you see suspicious people in or around motor vehicles, call 9-1-1.

 

Remember, a few minutes braving the cold with your vehicle can save you from a headache down the line.

If you have questions please do not hesitate to give me a call.

Thank you,

Cst. Matt Forest

Calgary Police Service                             

Community Resource Officer

District 6 Team 5

8325 Bonaventure Drive SE

Office: 403-428-6645

Pol5067@Calgarypolice.ca

                            

Saturday December 12, 2015 – Santa is coming to the Queensland Community Centre Christmas Party from 1 pm to 3 pm. Call Linda Brown at 403-278-3366 for tickets and information.

Queensland Christmas Party - December 12, 2015

Visit with Santa at the Queensland Community Centre – 649 Queensland Drive SE on Saturday December 12, 2015 from 1 – 3 pm.
For children under age 12. Community Members of Deer Ridge and Queensland are free and non-members are $2.00 per child.
Only those with tickets will be admitted. Be sure to get your tickets A.S.A.P. as attendance is limited to 100 children.

We ask each family attending bring a plate of cookies. Squares or cakes. Also we accept donations for the Calgary Food Bank. If you are able to volunteer to help out in the planning, or the day of the event, please contact Linda Brown at Queensland Community Centre 403 278-3366 for more information.

November 14, 2015 – Red Cross Babysitter’s Course from 9 am to 5 pm at Deer Park United Church – Sponsored by the Deer Ridge Community Association.

The Deer Ridge Community Association is sponsoring a Red Cross Babysitter’s Program. The course date is Saturday, November 14th, 2015 from 9:00 am – 5:00pm. There will be breaks for snack and lunch. Snacks and beverages will be provided. Students must be between 11 – 16 years old and have permission of their parent/guardian to attend.

Deer Park United Church has graciously made available their classroom to facilitate the program. They are located in Deer Ridge at 77 Deerpoint Rd SE.

The program is being instructed by “Alberta Health and Safety Training Institute” (AHSTI) http://www.safetyed.ca.

The Deer Ridge Community Association is covering the costs for the program however there is a $15.00 advanced deposit required to be paid to the Deer Ridge Community Association. The deposit will be returned in full upon attendance of the course.

A current 2015-2016 Deer Ridge Community Association Membership is required. Memberships may be purchased online here by navigating to the menu item “Membership Renewal Form” or, using the application form included in the “Deer Ridge Journal” delivered to all community households.

To register online for this class, please fill out the text fields below and click “Submit”. Your information will be forwarded to the Membership Coordinator. After you have submitted the registration details, please click on the PayPal “BuyNow” button to proceed with payment of the $15.00 deposit. A PayPal account is not required if the method of payment is credit card.

An alternative to online registration is to download this registration form and mail it in along with the deposit. If you do not have access to a printer, let us know and we can drop off a form in your mailbox.

The following is a list of things for the student to bring to the course:
a. Small soft doll or teddy bear
b. Comfortable clothing – a portion of the course may involve work on the floor
c. Indoor shoes
d. Pen and/or pencil
e. Some paper to take notes on

We will contact you to confirm your child is registered. Thank-you!

2015-2016 Deer Ridge Community Memberships are available for $ 15.00 per year. Please support your Deer Ridge Community and purchase your membership today.

Deer Ridge Community Association Memberships are $15.00 annually. All family residents living in the same household are covered by a single membership purchase. You may purchase your membership at any time of the year. Deer Ridge Community Association membership expire in August 31st (memberships purchased on/after the June AGM will expire August 31st of the following year).

Your membership contributes to the upkeep of Deer Ridge Community facilities;
•Community Tennis Courts
•Hockey & Pleasure Skating Rinks
•Community Gardens
•Reconstruction of Playgrounds

and supports programs and events such as ;
•Family Winter Carnival
•Christmas Party
•Youth Activities
•Movies at YellowSlide Park and
•Planning & Development.

Your Deer Ridge Community has representation on the Trico Centre for Family Wellness Board and is a Community Partner with the Trico Centre. As a resident of Deer Ridge, you and other family members, of the same household, are eligible for saving on the many Trico membership options and programs.

Your Community Association is your voice of the community to the City of Calgary on important issues.

Membership application forms are available for download using this link: Membership Form. The forms are also included in the monthly newsletter: “The Deer Ridge Journal“, delivered to all households in the community.

To purchase your membership on-line, please fill in the details on the form below and click the “Submit” button. After you have submitted the membership details, please click on the PayPal “BuyNow” button to proceed with your payment transaction. A PayPal account is not required if the method of payment is credit card.

Thank-you for your support!

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