2010 Family Central Guide

Welcome to Command Central – here’s everything you need to keep your family, life and household running smoothly.

|Associations, Support, Classes & Services|Childcare|Counseling & Education|Family Fun|Family Pets|Fitness & Recreation|Food & Nutrition|Health Organizations & Plans|Leisurely Pursuits, Classes & Con't Ed|Meal-Time Solutions|Medical|Other|PlayGroups & Coffee Houses|Repairs & Renovations|Retail|Special Needs|Travel Escapes & Excursions|

ASSOCIATIONS, SUPPORT, CLASSES & SERVICES

A PLACE FOR EVERYTHING

Phone: 403-998-8439
Website: www.aplaceforeverything.ca

A Place for Everything can show you ways to conquer your clutter and get organized. We can manage any project you have neither the time nor patience to handle by yourself. Specializing in creative problem-solving and designing solutions that last. Creating order; relieving stress; improving your life.

BRILLIANT BEGINNINGS EDUCATIONAL CENTRE

207A, 19 Street NW
Phone: 403-283-KIDS (5437)
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Website: www.brilliantbeginnings.ca

Would you like to learn how to optimize your baby’s development? Brilliant Beginnings offers Bright Babies, a 10-week course on early development and how to optimize this critical time. We also offer a variety of classes for infants and toddlers consisting of fun and interactive activities to promote language & literacy, thinking, self-confidence & motor skills. We provide infant massage, baby signing classes, and parent workshops (sleep, behavior, etc.).

CHILDREN’S LINK SOCIETY

Phone: 403-230-9158
Website: www.childrenslink.ca

The Children’s Link Society is a resource service for families who have children with special needs. We connect families to supports and services as well as other families. Our Family Link Program provides opportunities for a family to meet with other families in an unbiased and non-judgmental atmosphere.

CONTROL ASTHMA NOW!

Calgary Health Region
Phone: 403-943-9139
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Website: www.calgaryhealthregion.ca/ican

Don’t let asthma take your breath away! Visit the Calgary Health Region “iCAN” website for all your asthma information needs online - animated device demonstrations, medication questions, triggers, tools, links and more all at your fingertips. Learn how you can say “CAN control my asthma now (iCAN).”

CREATIVE KIDS

#150 - 7260 12 Street SE
Contact: Anna
Phone: 403-873-1966
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Website: www.creativekidsclasses.ca

How do you paint a moon beam or dance like a bear? Your child knows how - let them show you! Six locations to serve you. Active Music - No long or involved circle teaching, lots of movement, action and fun! We incorporate singing, creative movement, action songs, percussion instruments & drama. Hands-on Art - Explore a variety of activities and be creative. Focus on the creative process rather than the final product.

GYMBOREE PLAY & MUSIC

Phone: 403-278-5264
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Website: www.gymboreeclasses.com

Calling all babies! Where is the best place to roll over or begin to crawl and learn how to communicate with mom before you can talk? Gymboree’s soft, safe play spaces are designed for babies. Gymboree teachers lead every baby class; encourage your child’s development through gentle activities with puppets, scarves, parachute play and fun Gymboree songs. Call Gymboree today to book a free preview class. Check out our website for more information.

HOUSEHOLD HARMONICS

Phone: 403-289-4899
Mobile: 403-919-5483
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Website: www.householdharmonics.com

Get your life in tune. Household Harmonics assists families with harmonizing their work and home lives through a hands-on approach. They serve those in busy households with demanding careers and hectic lifestyles. Team up with a facilitator who streamlines life’s details, creates a loving environment at home while empowering you to build on your own strengths.

THE LITTLE GYM OF AIRDRIE

#313, 505 Main Street, Airdrie, AB
Phone: 403-945-1122
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Website: www.tlgairdrieab.com

The Little Gym offers children four months to 12 years old a fun and safe place to build confidence and develop their motor skills. All of our gymnastics classes are designed to help children reach important developmental milestones in a nurturing and non-competitive environment. Our caring and thoroughly trained instructors inspire children to reach new heights while our programs are designed to also help enhance and develop social, perceptual, emotional and cognitive skills as well. The lessons children learn at The Little Gym give them the head start they need, as they help lay the foundation for a lifetime of success.

SALSA BABIES & SALSA TOTS

Contact: Michelle Paradis
Phone: 403-201-8447
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Website: www.babybusy.ca

Dance your way back into shape with the best dance partner of all, your Baby! Snuggle baby in a carrier and learn basic Latin dance steps to popular beats while babies shake maraca rattles. Moms can start with babies as young as six weeks old. Once baby is on their own two feet, groove with us in Salsa Tots, especially made for your toddlers. We introduce movement to music and children walking to age six are welcome to join. No experience is required to join either program. Ask about a Free Trial class.

TOPS (TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY)

Phone: 1-800-932-8677
Website: www.tops.org

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) is a non-profit weight support group. TOPS advocates a basic exchange menu plan and moderate exercise for losing weight and maintaining it. We do not sell, promote or endorse any products. TOPS provides support, encouragement and educational opportunities needed to make healthy, permanent, lifestyle changes.

TWINS, TRIPLETS AND MORE ASSOCIATION OF CALGARY

Information Line: 403-274-8703
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Website: www.ttmac.org

Providing much needed support for Calgary-area families expecting multiple births, or those already blessed with multiples. Benefits of yearly membership include a comprehensive monthly newsletter complete with articles on having multiples, events calendar and classifieds; early access to our Spring and Fall sales of quality used children’s items (Calgary’s largest!); exclusive parties; women’s retreat; playgroups; parenting workshops designed for parents of multiples; equipment loans and, most importantly, a direct line to other parents with the same experiences!

CHILDCARE

BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS OF CALGARY

731, 13 Avenue NE
Phone: 403-276-9981
Website: www.boysandgirlsclubsofcalgary.ca

Licensed after-school care! Boys & Girls Clubs of Calgary are pleased to announce that we now offer Licensed Out of School Care at six Calgary Community Club locations. Our quality programs are affordable and will give your families a sense of security and reliability. Please contact our Boys & Girls staff at 403-276-9981 or visit our website if you would like your child to be enrolled, or for information about government subsidy.

CALGARY NANNY CONNECTION

Owner: Michele Gole
Phone: 403-452-5710
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Website: www.nannyconnection.ca

The Nanny Connection is an employment agency that specializes in connecting live-in caregivers with Calgary families. The owner, a mother who worked outside the home for several years, understands the challenges involved with finding quality childcare. To ensure compatibility between employees and employers, all parties are personally interviewed. The emphasis is on finding the right fit for everyone – parents, caregivers and the children.

CANADIANSITTER.CA

Phone: 1-866-221-7918
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Website: www.canadiansitter.ca

Baby-sitters! Canadiansitter.ca provides an online connection for parents to find university-level baby-sitters close to home. We allow parents to feel confident and comfortable with leaving the children home with friendly and responsible baby-sitters. We have over 4,000 baby-sitters to choose from.

CHILDCARE CALGARY

223 Chapalina Place SE
Contact: Lisa MacLean Tofts
Phone: 403-463-8375
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Website: www.childcarecalgary.info

Do you provide childcare? Do you have a dayhome? Let us advertise your business for you! Receive free advertising for your childcare business for one month! Email your information to Lisa today! Agencies and Daycare Centres apply, too! Advertise with Calgary’s Premier Childcare Listing Site!

DAY HOMES IN CALGARY

Contact: Carrie McCallum
Phone: 403-874-0066
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Website: www.dayhomesincalgary.com

We are a team of parents and childcare providers who wanted a local, easy website to advertise for parents looking for childcare in Calgary and childcare providers to list their day home openings!

POST NATAL HELPERS LTD.

Contact: Lynn
Phone: 403-640-0844

Post Natal Helpers Ltd. provides part-time childcare services for families with newborns, toddlers, preschoolers and/or special-needs children. While we are in the home, the parent has the option to stay, to rest or to leave. Post Natal Helpers are available in the daytime as well as evenings and weekends.

SHURE CONSULTING SERVICES

Contact: Deborah Shure
Phone: 1-877-NANNYTAX;(1-877-626-6982)
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Website: www.nannytax.ca

Nanny Tax Frustration Relief. We offer a no-hassle payroll tax calculation and remittance service that caters to people with a nanny or elder-caregiver in Canada. We take the confusion out of payroll tax deductions, room & board, T4s, ROEs, and other paperwork. Pass your nanny payroll tax headaches onto us!

COUNSELING & EDUCATION

ANNIE THE NANNY

Phone: 403-836-5437 (KIDS)
Website: www.anniethenanny.ca

Is your kid’s behavior getting to you? If so, Annie can help! Annie the Nanny provides advice and techniques to empower parents and help them with any behavior problems their child/children may be having. Trained and experienced, she offers in-home assessment and lots of support, while she works with parents to show them the keys to bringing up happy, confident, well-behaved children. Banish whining, bedtime battles, or other challenging behaviors. See her website for lots of free information and more!

CRAWFORD PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES

1842, 14 Street SW
Contact: Dr. Jennifer Crawford, Registered Psychologist
Phone: 403-703-2645
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Are you concerned about your child’s academic or emotional functioning? Bedtime struggles, tantrums and fights about homework getting you down? We provide a comprehensive Psychological service for children and families. Specialties include assessment of learning, ADHD, and giftedness, treatment of anxiety, and support for children with concurrent medical issues. Treatment modalities include cognitive behavioral therapy, behavior management and clinical hypnosis. Book an appointment today!

DONNA D. GOULD, M.Ed., REGISTERED PSYCHOLOGIST

Suite 202, 1235 - 17 Avenue SW
Phone: 403-228-1518
Website: www.donnadgouldcounselling.ca

Chartered Psychologist works with children, adolescents and families in a holistic manner. Symptoms are viewed as originally adaptive behaviors, which have outgrown their usefulness. Service areas include self-esteem, trauma resolution (e.g. emotional, physical, sexual abuse), developmental issues, play-therapy, parenting issues, school performance and hypnosis for emotional and physical conditions.

DR. JOY A. HAUCK, REGISTERED PSYCHOLOGIST

Contact: Dr. Joy Hauck
Phone: 403-804-9496
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Dr. Joy Hauck is an experienced clinical psychologist in private practice, specializing in assessment and consultation for preschool and school-age children experiencing developmental, behavioral and psycho-educational difficulties and delays. She has particular expertise and training in the diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorders.

HOMESCHOOLER’S GUIDE

Phone: 403-464-9498
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The Homeschooler’s Guide connects families with resources from preschool to post-secondary. It is published three times each year and can be read either online or in print. It publishes programs, events, products, services and articles related to education. The Homeschooler’s Guide is an excellent resource for all parents concerned about their child’s success in academics... and in life.

DR. SUZANNE LEMIEUX, CLINICAL AND CONSULTING PSYCHOLOGIST

1816 Crowchild Trail NW
Contact: Dr. Lemieux
Phone: 403-607-0747
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Dr. Lemieux is a clinical psychologist who specializes in the assessment and treatment of depression, anxiety disorders (e.g. generalized anxiety, panic, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress), sexual problems (e.g. difficulties with sexual desire, arousal, orgasm, and pain), abuse/trauma, and various other women’s issues. Her primary theoretical orientation is cognitive-behavioral. Dr. Lemieux’s private practice is located in the NW of Calgary. Evening appointments are welcome.

MACDONALD PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES

Suite 204, 908 - 17 Avenue SW
Contact: Dr. Brent Macdonald
Phone: 403-229-3455
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Website: www.drmacdonald.ca

Macdonald Psychological Services offers a full range of psychoeducational assessments and counselling services. Using individual and family-oriented approaches to working with school-aged children, adolescents and post-secondary students, Dr. Brent Macdonald brings over 15 years of experience in working with issues including learning difficulties, attention problems, anxiety, and school-related strategy instruction. He also provides workshops on test anxiety, memory strategies, and a wide range of topics of interest to parent groups and schools.

MASTERMIND COGNITIVE TRAINING

Phone: 403-243-9533
Website: www.mastermindtraining.ca

At Mastermind, we enhance the underlying cognitive skills that lead to more proficient learning with three unique, dynamic and powerful programs that offer new hope to families. Developed by a leading team of psychologists, the effectiveness of these one-on-one programs is indisputable as they have been used in over 2000 schools, universities, hospitals and clinics to help with such skills as attention and focus, logic and reasoning, comprehension, language processing, auditory analysis (fundamental to reading and spelling), visual processing and memory. Call today to book your free assessment.

MOROZ CHILD PSYCHOLOGY GROUP INC.

2219, 4 Street SW
Contact: Kelly Moroz
Phone: 403-541-1199
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Website: www.morozchildpsychology.com

Moroz Child Psychology Group Inc. is an amalgamation of Alberta Registered Psychologists whose expertise surrounds assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of children and teens. Our areas of proficiency surround the detection and treatment of Learning Disabilities, Giftedness, ADHD, Autism, Depression, Anxiety, and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. Our expertise extends to increasing compliance in oppositional children, enhancing adolescent/parent communication and providing group social skills training for the treatment of Pervasive Developmental Disorders.

POSITIVE DISCIPLINE CANADA

26 Bow Ridge Drive, Cochrane, AB, T4C 1V6
Contact: Ruth Buffam
Phone: 403-818-5295
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Website: www.positivediscipline.ca

Positive Discipline Canada is the Canadian source for Positive Discipline workshops and resources. Based on the work and bestselling books by Dr. Jane Nelsen, the Positive Discipline Parenting, Classroom Management and Childcare Models are aimed at developing mutually respectful relationships. Workshops and materials are available for parents, teachers, childcare providers and parent educators. A variety of formats are available including a 7-week series of classes (each 2 1/2 hr. sessions), full day workshops and shorter introductory sessions. We also have speakers available for keynotes, conference sessions, organizations, etc.

RCJ PSYCHO-EDUCATIONAL SERVICES

Contact: Dr. Coranne Johnson, R.Psych.
Phone: 403-200-2868

Child counseling, parent coaching, psych-educational assessments and educational programming.

RENEWED PARENT COACHING

Contact: Dulcie Gretton M.Ed
Phone: 403-870-2953
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Website: www.renewedparent.ca

Experiencing a parenting challenge? Toddler? School Aged? Teen? Adoption? If raising children is getting harder rather than easier, it’s time for renewal! Team up with Dulcie Gretton, a PC Certified Parent Coach, and you’ll reconnect with your best parenting intentions, renew your energy and spirit, and discover what is best for you and your child. Check out our website for a free 30-minute coaching session.

ROCKY MOUNTAIN PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES

Phone: 403-245-5981
Website: www.rmpsychservices.com

Specialists in Child Counseling Services. Serving Calgary’s Children for over 20 Years! Play Therapy for children two to 12 years old. Expressive Therapy for children ages 12 to adult. Parent Consultation. Assessments. Family Counseling.

SOUTH CALGARY PSYCHOLOGY

145, 251 Midpark Boulevard SE
Contact: Veronica Dixon, R. Psych.
Phone: 403-256-1667
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Website: www.southcalgarypsychology.com

We specialize in comprehensive and meaningful Educational Assessments for ADHD, Learning Disabilities, Giftedness and Autism Spectrum Disorder. If you suspect a learning difficulty, consider scheduling an assessment that will provide you with key recommendations to enhance your child’s academic and social success. If your child is experiencing Anxiety (Obsessive Behavior, Social Anxiety, Phobias, Panic), Depression (Sadness, Self-Injury) or exhibiting aggressive/defiant behaviors, individual or group counselling is also available.

THERAPYWORKS.CA

Contact: Christine Koral, Ph.D, R.Psych.
Phone: 403-561-6873
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Website: www.therapyworks.ca

Treatment of child and parental anxiety and sleeplessness. Psychoeducational assessments. After-school and Saturday appointments available.

TUTOR DOCTOR

Contact: Roxanne Rizzuto
Phone: 403-640-2223
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Website: www.tutordoctorcalgary.com

Does your child struggle in school? Is homework an argument every night? We offer in home, one-on-one tutoring for all grade levels and subjects. We assess your child’s needs during our free consultation, and then develop an individualized program to help your child build a strong, confident academic foundation. Voila! Success!

FAMILY FUN

AIRDRIE FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS

Website: www.airdriefestivaloflights.com

The Airdrie Festival of Lights is western Canada’s largest outdoor free walk through light display. The family-focused event is held every night in December in Airdrie’s Nose Creek Park. Come out and enjoy live stage entertainment, train rides, hot chocolate, Santa’s workshop and much more. Admission and parking is free for everyone.

BUTTERFIELD ACRES CHILDREN’S FARM

.5km north of country Hills Boulevard on Rocky Ridge Road NW
(3 minutes west of Stoney Trail Exit #43)
Phone: 403-239-0638
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Website: www.butterfieldacres.com

Butterfield Acres says: Give your kids more experiences, less stuff! Have a Real Farm Experience with Real Animals! Family visits April thru September (Season Passes available). Interactive & Engaging Summer Day Camps (three to 14 years), Birthday Party Packages, Legendary Easter Hunts & popular Pumpkin Hunts. MinPetting Zoo and Birthday Ponies come to you. Larger traveling Farm Corral for corporate Family events.

CALAWAY PARK

245033 Range Road 33
Phone: 403-240-3822
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Website: www.calawaypark.com

Calaway Park is Western Canada’s Largest Outdoor Family Amusement Park! With 33 rides, 19 food locations, 27 games, four attractions and free parking they are the perfect family daycation destination! In their 29th year of operation as a primary family destination, they are also the proud winners of the 2009 Travel Alberta Service Excellence Award. Visit the website for dates and hours of operation. Check out what’s new in 2010!

CALGARY INTERNATIONAL CHILDREN’S FESTIVAL

EPCOR CENTRE for the Performing Arts - 205, 8 Avenue SE
Contact: Carolyn Luhning
Phone: 403-294-7414
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Website: www.calgarychildfest.org

This is an exceptional and original performing arts experience for your whole family. The best performing artists from around the world will wow you with fun, innovation, creativity and imagination! Over 80 shows and workshops will be presented from May 25 to 29, 2010 in the EPCOR CENTRE for the Performing Arts.

CALGARY PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA

205, 8 Avenue SE
Contact: CPO Box Office
Phone: 403-571-0849
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Website: www.cpo-live.com

Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra offers family-friendly concerts designed to inspire, entertain and create memories that will last a lifetime. The CPO’s two signature family-focused Series, Saturday Morning at the Symphony and Symphony Sundays for Kids, are full of wonderful music and interactive opportunities to meet musicians and get up close to their instruments. For adults and kids and everyone in between, these series are for the young and young at heart.

CALGARY SCIENCE CENTRE/CREATIVE KIDS MUSEUM

701 - 11 Street SW
Phone: 403-268-8300
Website: www.calgaryscience.ca

The exhibits, shows and programs spark the imagination, satisfy the most curious of minds, and inspire a spirit of lifelong learning. The Creative Kids Museum brings science and art learning together.

CALGARY STAMPEDE – AGGIE DAYS

BMO Centre
Phone: 403-261-0162
Website: www.calgarystampede.com/aggiedays

Aggie Days, presented by EnCana, is a celebration of agriculture, its connection to our environment, and its impact on our daily lives. The Aggie Days weekend presentation, held in the spring at Stampede Park, gives families a fun opportunity to experience agriculture firsthand, offering a cornucopia of interactive displays, activities, entertainment and demonstrations such as cow milking and sheep shearing.

THE CALGARY ZOO

Phone: 403-232-9300
Website: www.calgaryzoo.com

The Calgary Zoo has something for the whole family! Whether it’s just enjoying the zoo, the new Dinosaurs Alive! exhibit or the warmth of the ENMAX Conservatory, it’s a different visit each time. Check out our horticulture courses, travel lectures, ‘how-to’ series in photography, drawing, and greening your home, birthday parties, sleepovers, and much more!

CENTRE STAGE THEATRE COMPANY

57 Rocky Ridge Circle NW
Contact: Bonnie Gratz, Artistic Director
Phone: 403-208-6736
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Website: www.centre-stage.ca

Centre Stage is a professional company of artists that produces outstanding plays, classes and workshops for all ages. We give children and teens the opportunity to learn about drama in dynamic ways with some of Calgary’s coolest artists. Performances and classes are held at locations throughout the city and province. Centre Stage is a proud member of PACT – The Professional Association of Canadian Theatres.

FORT CALGARY

750, 9 Avenue SE
Phone: 403-290-1875
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Website: www.fortcalgary.com

GLENBOW MUSEUM

130, 9 Avenue SE
Phone: 403-268-4110
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Website: www.glenbow.org

Weekend at the Museum: Glenbow is throwing open its doors to children and their parents for a big hands-on, multi-media event. All three public exhibition floors will be open for musical and theatrical performances, workshops, storytelling, hands-on art-based activities, yoga sessions and a chance to go behind-the-scenes to see the hidden treasures at Glenbow. To find out when the next Weekend at the Museum is, call 403-268-4110.

HERITAGE PARK HISTORICAL VILLAGE

1900 Heritage Drive SW
Phone: 403-268-8500
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Website: www.heritagepark.ca

Discover “How the West was Once” at Canada’s largest living history museum. Explore our year-round exhibit, Gasoline Alley Museum, and find out how the introduction of the automobile changed our culture. In the summer, step further back in time to our lively historical village. Meet friendly pioneers, ride our authentic steam train, enjoy the antique midway and immerse yourself in the old west.

KOBA ENTERTAINMENT

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Website: www.koba-entertainment.com

A prominent producer of original family musicals, Koba Entertainment has been captivating audiences throughout the world with celebrated characters from literature, television and pop culture since 2004, including The Backyardigans, Franklin the Turtle, Doodlebops and Caillou. Koba Entertainment productions have enchanted people of all ages in more than 165 North American cities, 12 countries and four continents. Visit our website to see who will be coming to your city!

LOOSE MOOSE THEATRE COMPANY

Crossroads Market, 2nd Floor, 1235 - 26 Avenue SE
Phone: 403-265-5682
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Website: www.loosemoose.com

The Loose Moose Theatre Company has produced children’s theatre since 1978 in a unique style that is accessible, participatory, and fun for the whole family. Theatre For Kids presentations are based on classic children’s stories that are interpreted and brought to life on stage.

MOUNTAINVIEW BOWL INC.

11, 3919 Richmond Road SW
Contact: Greg MacLean
Phone: 403-249-0858
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Website: www.mountainviewbowling.com

At Mountain View Bowl, our passion is bowling. Our goal is to offer a place where friends and family can come together for the ultimate in bowling entertainment. We are dedicated to giving you the most exciting bowling experience possible. Our lounge is licensed. We offer 5 and 10 Pin Bowling, Kids’ Birthday Parties, League Bowling, Open Bowling and Corporate Events.

PARKSIDE CAFE AT BOWNESS PARK

8900, 48 Avenue NW
Contact: Anna
Phone: 403-286-8668
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ParkSide Cafe is located inside Bowness Park, one of Calgary’s largest parks. We offer year round, outdoor family fun. Summer offers pedal boats, minigolf, miniature train and large ice cream shop, and winter offers outdoor skating on calgary’s largest outdoor skating surface. Our coffee shop is open year round for those offseason walks in the park.

PLAYTOPIA FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT CENTER

#100, 26 Crystal Ridge Drive, Okotoks, AB
Contact: Angela Milner
Phone: 403-938-9444
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Website: www.playtopia.ca

Playtopia is a family entertainment center dedicated to providing a safe environment for all children. We pride ourselves on our friendly staff, clean facility and wholesome restaurant. Our three-storey climbing structure and bouncy castle are always a big hit. We look forward to becoming your child’s play paradise!

SHAKERS FUN CENTRE

9900 Venture Avenue SE
Phone: 403-236-2213
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Website: www.shakerscalgary.com

Calgary’s largest year-round fun centre has something for all ages! Go karts, mini golf, laser tag, climbing wall and indoor playground! Host the most fun-tastic birthday party for any age or bring out your sports club for some bonding time! Shakers also hosts team-building and many other corporate events. For a unique and memorable party or day out, come to Shakers!

STORYBOOK THEATRE

Phone: 403-216-0808
Website: www.storybooktheatre.org

StoryBook Theatre is one of Canada’s largest theatres for young audiences, delighting children of all ages for over 30 years. StoryBook Theatre is also one of Calgary’s largest community theatre companies.

WAVES WATER PARK

Phone: 403-291-4600
Website: www.waveswaterpark.ca

Waves Water Park located at the Best Western Port O’ Call Hotel is a brand new facility which is sure to become a family favorite among travelers and Calgary residents alike. The 8000 square foot water park facility offers two huge waterslides that spiral down into the landing pool, providing over 300 feet of extreme waterslide action. Our younger visitors will love exploring the wading pool with fun rock and light features. Waves Water Park is also a great place to host your child’s next birthday party.

FAMILY PETS

CALGARY HUMANE SOCIETY

4455, 110 Avenue SE
Phone: 403-205-4455, Ext. 6544
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Website: www.calgaryhumane.ca

Does your child show interest in animals? We may have a program for them! Fuzzy Friends, (three to five years), a ten-week, two-hour parent and tot program that introduces pets through crafts, songs and play. Kids for Animals Club, (eight to 15 years), offers youth the opportunity to learn and develop skills around human-animal interaction. Summer Camps, a great way for your child to have a week of fun, animal-related experiences. Visit our website today!

FITNESS & RECREATION

CALGARY CLIMBING CENTRE

Two locations: 7130 Fisher Road SE and 140, 15 Avenue NW
Phone: 403-252-6778
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Website: www.calgaryclimbing.com

Calgary’s two best and biggest indoor climbing facilities, friendly staff, varied terrain, birthday parties, weekly climbing groups for kids three to five, six to eight and nine to 14, beginner lessons for all ages, kids climbing camps, youth and adult drop-in times, junior clubs and teams, corporate team building, basic to advanced instruction, movement clinics, private coaching. Two convenient locations: Stronghold NW and Chinook SE.

CALGARY FENCING CLUB

3304, 33 Street NW
NE Corner of VRRI Building
Phone: 403-246-5801
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Website: www.calgaryfencingclub.ca

Calling all swashbucklers to learn the exciting modern sport of fencing! The Calgary Fencing Club offers beginner classes for children and adults. Excellent coaches and custom-designed facility. Discover why it is nicknamed ‘Physical Chess’!

CALGARY OUTDOOR CENTRE – UNIVERSITY OF CALGARY

2500 University Drive NW
Contact: Outdoor Centre
Phone: 403-220-5038
Website: www.calgaryoutdoorcentre.ca

The Calgary Outdoor Centre has 30 years experience bringing the best of the outdoors to kids and their families. Specialized youth camps year round to Saturday climbing and beginner ‘how-to’ courses year round will help instill a sense of excitement, peer-to-peer interaction and self-esteem. Kid-sized gear rentals of all types are also available. Pick up the free Outdoor Centre Program guide or visit our website.

CARDEL PLACE

Phone: 403-532-1013
Website: www.cardelplace.com

Come out and play at Cardel Place with your little one! Get or stay active in Pre Natal fitness, Baby and You Workout, Parent and Tot Swim lessons or drop in to our designated gym and pool times to play and socialize. For more information, call 403-532-1013.

THE CITY OF CALGARY

SOUTHLAND LEISURE CENTRE

2000 Southland Drive SW
Phone: 403-648-6555
Website: www.calgary.ca/leisurecentres

VILLAGE SQUARE LEISURE CENTRE

2623, 56 Street NE
Phone: 403-366-3900
Website: www.calgary.ca/leisurecentres

Opportunities for physical activity in Calgary are abundant. The City of Calgary Leisure Centres offer a wide variety of fitness, wellness & strength training programs to help keep you active and enjoy a fun and healthy lifestyle. Visit the website or pick up a Calgary Recreation program guide to find an activity right for you and your family. Our professionally-trained staff have your best interest at heart and are available to offer you assistance whenever you need it.

FITMOM

Contact: Monica Cooke
Phone: 403-874-4063
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Website: www.fitmomcanada.com

Are you pregnant or have you recently had a baby? FITMOM offers prenatal, postnatal, and beyond fitness classes, in-home personal training, and educational services. Whether you are a fitness beginner or seasoned veteran, the FITMOM programs will challenge you. Classes are now being offered throughout Calgary, Airdrie and Okotoks.

FITNESS WITH KIDS INC.

Contact: Erin Penaluna
Phone: 403-619-5675
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Website: www.fitnesswithkids.ca

Fitness for moms, playtime for kids! Fitness for Kids provides fitness classes for moms with a play area for children 0 to five years of age! Many of the classes include a caregiver to help with the kids while others integrate the children into the workout. Choose from a challenging Bootcamp working every muscle or a class focusing solely on your midsection. Moms work hard, kids play hard... it’s a win-win!

FREE HOUSE DANCE PLUS LTD.

2020, 12 Avenue NW
Contact: Kathie Bernard
Phone: 403-282-0555
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Website: www.freehousedance.com

Step into something new at Free House Dance! A talented assembly of dedicated professionals giving quality instruction to students of all levels and abilities, ages three to adult, with special ‘Boys Only’ classes. Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Modern, Lyrical, Musical Theatre, Hiphop, Breakdance, Irish, Highland, African, Flamenco, Bellydance, Indo-Jazz (‘Bollywood’), Latin Fusion, Club Styles, Hooping, Drumming (djembe), Gyrokinesis, Yoga Fusion, Stretch & Release, Pilates and Flex & Tone.

INSPIRE PHYSIOTHERAPY LTD.

Contact: Janine Mak
Phone: 403-457-5004
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Website: www.inspirephysiocalgary.com

Introducing a unique service to new moms – preventative health for both you and your baby. Whether you are pregnant or just had a baby, we offer fitness assessments, infant screening and group exercise. Try out our core, ball and cycle classes to mix up your workouts and make you sweat!

PLAYFIT CANADA

Contact: Margaret/Dawn
Phone: 403-830-9326; 403-874-4538
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Website: www.playfit.ca

Get fit & bring the kids! Kids play safely nearby while you sweat. Classes include cardio, strengthening and stretching. Shared baby-sitter, strollers and slings welcome, kids of all ages. First class is on us. Volunteer Community Coordinators (VCCs) continue to work out for free. 10-Card Pass $95.

SPORTBALL

Phone: 403-452-0325
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Website: www.sportball.ca

Sportball is a non-competitive sports program for children 16 months to eight years old. Children are introduced to seven popular sports: soccer, hockey, basketball, baseball, volleyball, tennis and golf. Sportball offers weekly programs, outdoor soccer, camps during school holidays and birthday parties. Come try a free trial class! See our website for a location near you.

SURVIVOR BOOTCAMP

Contact: Dione Chambers
Phone: 403-444-7788
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Website: www.survivorbootcamp.com

Get back in shape with Survivor Bootcamp! Small classes, multiple class times in your neighborhood with certified and insured trainers. You’ll see and feel the results no matter what fitness level you start from. Competitive pricing and great discounts for friends and returnees. Visit our website to sign up today!

UNIVERSITY OF CALGARY - HEALTH & RECREATION

2500 University Drive NW
Contact: Client Services
Phone: 403-220-7749
Website: www.ucalgaryrecreation.ca

University of Calgary Health & Recreation offers community programs that promote healthy, active lifestyles to children/youth in Calgary and the greater community. Choose from gymnastics, swimming, skating, climbing, badminton and weight loss/lifestyle change programs. Facilities include: aquatic centre, racquet centre, Olympic Oval, Outdoor Centre and two gymnastics centres (Calgary & Cochrane). For full program information, pick up a free copy of our Health & Recreation Guide or visit our website.

VRRRECREATION CENTRE

3304, 33 Street NW
Phone: 403-284-2231
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Website: www.vrri.org

WINSPORT CANADA

88 Canada Olympic Road SW
Contact: Guest Services
Phone: 403-247-5452
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Website: www.winsportcanada.ca

WinSport Canada’s Canada Olympic Park (COP) was the premier site of the 1988 Winter Olympic Games and continues to be one of the world’s finest recreation and high performance training facilities. COP provides recreational programming for kids of all ages year-round in skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking and Olympic sport camps. COP is one of the most popular tourism destinations in Western Canada outside of the Rocky Mountains.

YMCA CALGARY

Community YMCA: 403-531-1660
Crowfoot YMCA: 403-547-6576
Eau Claire YMCA: 403-269-6701
Camp Chief Hector YMCA: 403-269-6156
Shawnessy YMCA: 403-256-5533
South YMCA: 403-255-8131
Website: www.ymcacalgary.org

YMCA Calgary offers a variety of health, fitness and wellness opportunities for the entire family. There’s something for everyone regardless of age, ability or financial circumstance. Call for more information, visit any of our locations or check out our website at ymcacalgary.org.

FOOD & NUTRITION

FIRST STEP NUTRITION

Contact: Jennifer House
Phone: 403-608-3240
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Website: www.firststepnutrition.com

First Step Nutrition specializes in nutrition for new moms, moms-to-be and their babies! Nutrition services are provided by a Dietitian, and include personal or online nutrition consultations, grocery store tours, meal plans, computerized diet analysis and group classes (pregnancy, postpartum, infant and toddler nutrition classes).

HEALTH CHECK

1402, 222 Queen Street, Ottawa, ON, K1P 5V9
Contact: Lindsay Horne
Phone: 1-877-943-2788
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Website: www.healthcheck.org

Choosing healthy foods can sometimes be difficult. The Heart and Stroke Foundation’s Health Check program can help you choose foods in grocery stores and restaurants that can be part of a healthy diet. All grocery products and menu items displaying the Health Check logo meet nutrient criteria developed by the Foundation’s registered dietitians, based on Canada’s Food Guide. For more information on healthy eating, visit our website.

HEALTH ORGANIZATIONS & PLANS

ALBERTA BLUE CROSS

Phone: 1-800-394-1965
Website: www.ab.bluecross.ca

Protect Your Health. Thousands of Albertans enjoy the affordable protection of Alberta Blue Cross individual health plans. You can too. If you’re without employer-sponsored group benefits, we’ve got a plan to fit your family’s needs and your budget. Prescription drugs, dental, vision, ambulance and more. Call us today or visit our website for your free information package.

LEISURELY PURSUITS, CLASSES & CONTINUING EDUCATION

ALBERTA PARKS

Phone: 1-866-427-3582
Website: www.albertaparks.ca

Alberta’s Parks are your gateway to outdoor adventure - whether you want to picnic, watch birds, explore fossil beds or go mountain biking. Or, meet at the beach with friends and family to build sandcastles and swap tall tales around the campfire. Pile into the car and rediscover the simple fun in your own backyard.

CANADIAN WILDLIFE FEDERATION

Phone: 1-800-563-9453
Website: www.cwf-fcf.org

The Canadian Wildlife Federation is a charitable organization that works with Canadians to make a difference to the kind of legacy we leave behind - not just for wildlife, but also for our children. CWF represents 300,000 members and supporters that work from coast to coast to maintain something very important - a bright future for Canada’s wildlife. CWF empowers Canadians to help protect wild species and the spaces they call home through beautiful publications, award-winning programs and a balanced approach to wildlife issues. Since our inception in 1962, we’ve become a household name because of our leadership in conservation education, awareness and outreach.

CHINOOK LEARNING SERVICES

2519 Richmond Road SW
Phone: 403-777-7224
Website: www.chinooklearningservices.com

Chinook Learning Services offers a wide range of courses for almost everyone in your family. Children may benefit from our courses designed for academic success, personal well-being or just plain fun. Adults can choose from personal or professional development courses or those designed for general interest and relaxation. Chinook’s summer school program is a hit with high school students. Check out our website for more information. Register soon as courses tend to fill early.

THE UNITARIAN CHURCH OF CALGARY

1703, 1 Street NW
Contact: Sandy Cooper
Phone 403-230-4146
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Website: www.unitarianscalgary.org

Imagine: a religion that embraces all beliefs, even yours! Where children and youth are nurtured in their spiritual growth within our supportive community; where questions are as important as answers.

UNIVERSITY OF CALGARY CONTINUING EDUCATION

2500 University Drive NW
Contact: Customer Service
Phone: 403-220-2866
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Website: www.conted.ucalgary.ca

Need some ‘me’ time? How about taking a Continuing Education course at the University of Calgary in Business, Computing, Interior Design, Languages of the World, Parenting, Personal Finance, Photography, Web Design and more! Part-time courses are available evenings, weekends, on campus or online. Enroll today!

THE YOUTH SINGERS OF CALGARY

1371 Hastings Crescent SE
Phone: 403-234-9549
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Website: www.youthsingers.org

Why should kids have all the fun? SECOND CHANTS is an adult division offered as a complement to the Youth Singers Performing Arts program. If you’ve been looking for a non-auditioned choir with a healthy balance of fun, friendship and music-making, then take a look at SECOND CHANTS. Join us Tuesday evenings from 7 to 9:30pm!

MEAL-TIME SOLUTIONS

BOSTON PIZZA

Website: www.bostonpizza.com

Calgary, Cochrane and Okotoks. Boston Pizza offers more than 100 menu items including gourmet pastas, ribs, sandwiches, salads, delicious appetizers and mouth-watering desserts. Join us for lunch, dinner or a late night snack. Boston Pizza is open late seven days a week.

COPPER POT CREATIONS

11229, 30 Street SW
Phone: 403-585-4717
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Website: www.copperpotcreations.com

Copper Pot Creations is Calgary’s only allergy-friendly meal service. Dedicated to being 100 per cent free of the most common food allergens in Canada: wheat, gluten, dairy, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, sesame, fish, shellfish and added sulphites, we specialize in convenient, healthy and creative meals. Customers can visit the retail store or shop online. Free Calgary delivery.

DASHING DISHES

Various locations throughout Calgary
Contact: Nydia
Phone: 403-471-1395
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Website: www.dashingdishes.com

If you are like most of us, finding the time to prepare a healthy, exciting and delicious meal for your family isn’t always easy. Dashing Dishes is here to help! We will do the planning, shopping, chopping, slicing, dicing and even cleanup for you. In an hour or two, you will have prepared 8 or 12 delicious entrees that will satisfy your whole family. Menus change monthly.

MEDICAL, DENTAL, VISION CARE

ACHILLES FOOT CLINIC

#606, 1701 Centre Street NW
Phone: 403-277-9476 (North Clinic) or 403-777-0085 (Mayfair Clinic)
Website: www.achillesfootclinic.com

Healthy Feet - a Family Affair! Prevention is the best cure. We want your children to enjoy a lifetime of activity. Our services include: pain-free wart removal, treatment for ingrown toenails, custom-made corrective orthotics, Foot and ankle motion assessment. Referral is not necessary, so call us today! Mayfair Clinic - 403-777-0085; North Clinic – 403-277-9476.

DR. CLAUDE BOUTIN

Market Mall Executive Professional Centre
Suite 124, 4935 - 40 Avenue NW
Phone: 403-284-5202

Orthodontics is about more than braces, wires and plastic. It’s about small changes that make a big difference. We strive for the best Orthodontic results by using only the best in Orthodontic technology, but we know that what counts is helping people feel better about their teeth and about themselves.

BROWZ EYEWARE

Family Optometrist
Phone: 403-248-EYES (3937) or 403-726-2388 or 403-258-4482
Website: www.browzeyeware.com

It is recommended that children receive their first eye exam by six months of age and annually thereafter. Alberta Health Care covers eye exam for children 18 years and under. At Browz Eyeware, our optometrists are committed to providing your family with all the needs for a lifetime of healthy and clear vision. Call us to book for your family’s eye exam today.

CLEAR ORTHODONTIC SOLUTIONS

#450, 11 McKenzie Towne Avenue SE
Contact: Raigda Jeha
Phone: 403-257-7415
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Website: www.clearorthodonticsolutions.com

Clear Orthodontic Solutions creates beautiful smiles quickly and affordably using state-of-the-art technologies offering you alternatives to traditional orthodontics. By adopting a philosophy that is geared towards treatment for revealing what nature intended, we have been able to focus our planning on full facial balance. Through commitment and dedication, along with an unwavering belief in quality care without compromise, we are here to assist in creating beautiful smiles for life.

DENTAL CARE FOR CHILDREN

Dr. Leonard Smith
Specialist in Pediatric Dentistry
314 - 10601 Southport Road SW
Phone: 403-278-8000
Website: www.dentalcareforchildren.net

A warm, friendly pediatric dental office serving Calgary for over 33 years. We specialize in caring for infants, children & special needs patients, without the need for a referral. Our experienced team is here to provide quality care for our patients and their families. We recommend your child’s first visit before one-year-of-age. We also offer dental treatment under general anesthesia for those patients that require this service. Remember, PREVENTION IS THE BEST TREATMENT™.

DR. RHONA GEARTY

Family Dentist
202, 10601 Southport Road SW
Phone: 403-225-3404
Website: www.drgearty.com

Your child’s first visit to the dentist should be a positive experience! Please call for a complimentary Kids Get Acquainted Tour. New patients of all ages are always welcome.

GREATER CALGARY ORTHODONTICS

1107 - 2303, 4 Street SW
Contact: Dr. John Huynh
Phone: 403-228-5006
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Website: www.greatercalgaryortho.com

At Dr. Huynh’s practice, our goal is provide quality, patient-focused orthodontic treatment. We are centrally located allowing convenient access for all patients. We take pride in the relationships we build and the results we provide. We look forward to hearing from you!

HOFFMAN & WOLK ORTHODONTICS

201 Northland Professional Building
4600 Crowchild Trail NW
Phone: 403-286-2402
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Website: www.hoffmanwolkorthodontics.com

Our practice offers exceptional expertise and continuous advanced technology in achieving a healthy bite and a winning smile. Truly Professional Orthodontics. Celebrating 28 years of service. Together we have created over 25,000 smiles.

INTRAMED MEDICAL CENTRE

3223, 17 Avenue SW
Contact: Dr. Pierre Crouse
Phone: 403-255-6196
Website: www.intramed.ca

Infant circumcision and no-scalpel vasectomies.

DR. LORNE KAMELCHUK

Suite 124, 4935 - 40 Avenue NW
Contact: Amanda
Phone: 403-284-5202, Ext. 2
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Website: www.drkamelchuk.com

Dr. Kamelchuk’s practice aims to treat patients of all age groups, from seven to 97. We offer state of the art diagnostic imaging, self-ligated SPEED appliances with convenient hours and locations. Visit our office for a friendly and informative consultation.

DR. TODD LEE-KNIGHT

246, 5149 Country Hills Boulevard NW
Phone: 403-208-8080

Dr. Lee-Knight, certified specialist in Orthodontics, has been straightening the smiles of kids and adults for over 12 years! Call today for an exam.

DR. SYLVIA KOWALEWSKI

Alberta Laser Dentistry
Foothills Professional Building
260, 1620 - 29 Street NW
Phone: 403-220-9660

At Dr. Kowalewski’s office, we offer you the convenience of after-school and evening hours; free parking; multiple languages spoken; electronic insurance submission and we accept Visa, MasterCard, Debit, Cash and American Express.

DR. COREY J. LOW AT ICON ORTHODONTICS

216, 555 Strathcona Boulevard SW
Phone: 403-242-4111
Website: www.iconorthodontics.com

Dr. Corey Low is a certified specialist in Orthodontics celebrating 10 years of service in South West Calgary. We specialize in 3-Dimensional Imaging and offer advanced office and clinical technologies. Come and see why Beautiful Smiles Begin Here.

DR. TARUN MEHRA

#108, 11012 Macleod Trail South
Phone: 403-278-0622

Dr. Mehra has been making smiles come alive for over 16 years. Our practice is geared toward patient satisfaction while maintaining both a professional and fun atmosphere, no referrals necessary – take advantage of our free initial exam to assess your needs. Give us a call!

UC BABY

The Devenish Heritage Building
113, 908 - 17 Avenue SW
Phone: 403-258-1007
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Website: www.ucbaby.ca

UC Baby is honored to capture and share the most precious memories with many families. With our unique and new 3D ultrasound technology you can see what your baby looks like before birth. We show the baby’s activities to parents and other family members. We also record these lifetime memories on CDs, DVDs and print photos for the baby to view in the future. For those searching for the perfect gift for a mom-to-be, we also offer gift certificates. Treat someone special to an unforgettable experience that instantly forges a deeper bond between a mother and her unborn baby.

DR. LILA ZAPASNIK

Phone: 403-299-0900

Life is too short for you to worry about your teeth... let us provide you with great dental care where your diagnosis and treatment is based on your individual needs. Experience the warmth of our dental office and see the difference. Make the call today.

OTHER

BRENDA CASTONGUAY PHOTOGRAPHY INC.

Contact: Brenda
Phone: 403-714-9252
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Website: www.toviewmore.com

A proud two-time winner of Calgary’s Child Magazine’s Parents’ Choice Award, photojournalist Brenda Castonguay is educated in Commercial Photography and has earned the Southam Scholarship in Photojournalism. Operating her portrait studio in Calgary for over a decade, she is known for her ability to capture Intimate and Interactive portraits of Children and families in a non-traditional and fun atmosphere. Read accolades and view samples at the website.

DEOL CONSULTING (HERBALIFE INDEPENDENT DISTRIBUTOR)

639 Saddlecreek Way NE
Contact: Satwinder Deol
Phone: 403-390-4006; 1-866-490-7182
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Website: www.workathomejob.theonlinebusiness.com

Attn: Moms & Mr. Moms! Work from home online around your family’s schedule. This legitimate home business opportunity offers you the ability to be home with your children as they grow while earning a fantastic income. Free training and support provided. Earn $500 to $5000 pt/ft a month.

RON CHIASSON – ARTIST

28 Thornlee Crescent NW
Contact: Ron Chiasson
Phone: 403-282-3065
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Website: www.ronchiasson.com

Add an original piece of artwork to your home. A meticulously rendered pencil drawing of your loved ones is sure to bring joy to your home for years to come. Ron is very passionate about sharing his observations through his art. Inspired by nature, his art ranges from portraits, landscape, wildlife and rural scenes. Please view Ron’s truly unique pieces of artwork on his website.

SARA CONSULTING & PROMOTIONS INC.

#9, 6320 11 Street SE
Contact: Jackie Dean
Phone: 403-212-8116, Ext. 22
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Website: www.saraconsulting.com

Are you imaginative, creative, & professional? Sara Consulting & Promotions Inc., one of Canada’s leading in-store food demonstration companies, is looking for demonstrators. No experience required. Training provided. Excellent rate of pay. For details, contact Jackie Dean at 403-212-8116, Ext. 22.

THE VILLAGE STUDIO

24, 2580 Southland Drive SW
Contact: Randal F. Allcock
Phone: 403-281-0444
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Randal F. Allcock has operated The Village Studio in Oakridge since 1986. He has specialized in custom family portraiture and weddings, and brings his skill to every medium in professional photography. Using the most current digital technology assures his clients the professional results they expect. We also offer extensive services in custom framing, copy & restoration and ID photography. As such, we are one of the few studios specializing in infant and child passport and visa photographs. We have been exceeding our clients’ expectations for over 20 years and we can do the same for you.

PLAYGROUPS & COFFEEHOUSES

COFFEE & S’CREAM

555 Northmount Drive NW
Contact: Sonja Litwack
Phone: 403-210-2020
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Website: www.coffeeandscream.ca

Come and relax at Coffee & S’cream’s full service coffee spot with a separate 2,000 square foot play area for parents and tots. Children six months to six years can climb and slide, explore mats, ride around our 100-foot track plus more in our colorful, safe, clean, secure environment.

GYMANIACS

2, 125 - 1 Street East Cochrane, AB
Phone: 403-932-5104
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Website: www.gymaniacs.com

Join us in our child proof PlayGym and remember what being a kid is all about! Enjoy your favorite book in the comfort of our lounge chairs, secure in the knowledge that your child is safe, active & growing self-confidence in our ever-changing wonderland. Take the beautiful drive to Cochrane and discover why Gymaniacs is the PlayGym of choice for Cochrane & Calgary North parents!

JOSO’S PLAY AND LEARN CENTRES INC.

100, 12018 Symons Valley Road NW
Phone: 403-767-9922
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Website: www.josos.ca

Joso’s caters exclusively for the fun, entertainment, learning and development of children up to the age of six years. The 5,000-square-feet facility offers the services of a Preschool, Daycare, Drop-in child care, Birthday Parties and Indoor Playground (open to the public), all under the same roof; this is a dream come true for young families! Visit Joso’s... the new place that everyone is talking about!

PARENTS AND CHILDREN TOGETHER (PACT)AND TERRIFIC TODDLERS

Multiple locations in Calgary
Contact: PACT Registrar
Phone: 403-671-1710
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Website: www.pact.9f.com

PACT offers a program you and your preschool children to attend together! Socialize with others, gain information and support for your parenting challenges while your children enjoy a stimulating child-directed play environment. PACT also offers the 5-week Terrific Toddler program for parents on evenings and weekends.

ROOM TO GROW

9, 1330 - 15 Avenue SW
Contact: Shannon Kozak
Phone: 403-463-9565
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Website: www.room-to-grow.ca

No baby is too young to join! Come meet other moms while your kids play with our large collection of wooden toys, sculpt with play dough, create an art project, and explore our discovery centre. Songs, rhymes and a story end the class and keep a smile on your face for the rest of the day. Playgroup classes for children 0 to three. Parented Preschool for two-and-a-half to four. Preschool for three to five.

REPAIRS & RENOVATIONS

ENERCLEAN FURNACE AND DUCT CLEANING

Contact: Mark
Phone: 403-686-7400

Sometimes, what you cannot see will hurt you. Your furnace and duct system is the best breeding ground in your house for mold, mildew, dust mites, allergens and odors. These are known to cause a multitude of respiratory problems in both children and adults. Let EnerClean, the air quality specialists, help you. We are a licensed, bonded and insured company.

RETAIL

4UKIDO.COM

Contact: Rosellin
Phone: 403-612-0700
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Website: www.4ukido.com

An online baby and kids boutique. We sell all organic, non-toxic, eco-friendly and trendy products giving your little one a healthy environment to grow, which starts here at 4ukido.com. We carry unique products at the best price guaranteed. We also do home parties like Baby Showers, After-birth celebration, Birthdays, Christmas, Spa Mommy (with catering) and all other occasions that are special for you and your baby. So visit us today for more details.

BABY BOUTIQUE BY MCARTHUR FINE FURNITURE & INTERIOR DESIGN

#1 North Railway Street in Olde Towne, Okotoks, AB
Phone: 403-995-2416

BETWEEN MOMMIES

Phone: 403-891-4838
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Website: www.betweenmommies.com

BetweenMommies specializes in mommy “business” cards; they are a treasure trove of contact information! The front side contains you and your children’s name(s).The back side can list information such as allergies, emergency contacts, etc. Great for: new moms setting up playdates, birthday parties, caregivers, etc. No more digging around in your purse or asking for a scrap piece of paper, our eco-friendly mommy cards are designed to do just that!

CALGARY CO-OP

Website: www.calgarycoop.com

With over 23 locations in Calgary and surrounding areas, Calgary Co-op is your one-stop shop for everything: Birthdays, Party Supplies, Unique Gifts, Baby Supplies, and so much more! For more information, visit our website.

CALGARY STRIDER

Contact: Jody Neumann-Koop
Phone: 403-703-9087
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Website: www.calgarystrider.com

The running bike is the safest way for children to learn to ride a bike. The Strider eliminates the need for training wheels, trikes and push toys since children as young as 18 months to 5 years can ride. Builds confidence and coordination and above all is so much fun! Calgary Strider has a full selection of running bikes in 6 bright colors. Visit our website and see them in action.

CAMALEON

Contact: Sonia Morales
Phone: 403-922-4971
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Website: www.camaleon.ca

Read and learn Spanish with your baby! We have selected literature in Spanish and bilingual for babies, toddlers and older children. Online bookstore based in Calgary. Enseña Español a tu bebé! Libros selectos en Español y bilingües. Estamos en Calgary. Picture dictionaries, Curious George, Cat in the Hat, Olivia.

CLAY FOR KIDS STUDIO

2083, 146 Avenue SE
Contact: Maureen
Phone: 403-281-4882
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Website: www.clayforkidscalgary.com

Come to our studio to create a Family Treasure by imprinting your baby or child’s hands or feet into clay which is fired and glazed to your specifications and ready to go home in 14 days time. A real personal treasure. See our website for pictures of this project.

COMMUNITY NATURAL FOODS

10th Avenue Market – 1304, 10 Avenue SW
Phone: 403-229-2383
Chinook Market – 202, 61 Avenue SW
Phone: 403-541-0606

At Community Natural Foods, our mission is simple: to provide a place where you can shop for wholesome, natural products that support healthy living choices for you, your family and the planet. We’re passionate about our commitment, and believe in our place in the community as part of a greater movement. By sharing responsibly in what the earth has to offer, we create truly sustainable communities.

E-CHILDREN - BABY TO TEEN FURNITURE AND ACCESSORIES

130, 71 Avenue SE
Phone: 403-258-2332
Website: www.e-childrenonline.com

In our fabulous 12,000-square-foot showroom, you will find an exceptional selection of quality furniture, bedding, accessories and giftware. Furniture that will grow with your child, and that they will never tire of, is our specialty. E-children pride ourselves with great prices, quality service and selection; and our expert staff are always happy to assist you in making informed decisions concerning the comfort and safety of your children. We guarantee that we will not be undersold by anyone!

ESPECIALLY FAVOURED

Contact: Kelly
Phone: 403-827-8004
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Website: www.especiallyfavoured.com

Especially Favoured specializes in creative and innovative products for babies and children. We carry a great selection of popular products from grobag, boon, Melissa-&-Doug, Haba and many more to suit all of your baby’s needs. We have modern baby accessories, unique diaper cakes, and The Baby-Blossom-Bouquet. Check us out for all your baby’s needs, your next baby shower or children’s birthday! We offer local pick-up, delivery and shipping across Canada.

EYEWONDER

Contact: Angie or Bill
Phone: 403-232-1036
Website: www.eyewonder.ca

Let Eyewonder create a fantastic environment for your child to grow up in. All murals are custom originals where your ideas and suggestions are incorporated into the design. Please call for a free consultation and portfolio viewing or visit our website.

FIGGY AND WINK

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Website: www.figgyandwink.com

Urban + Modern + Fun. Figgy and Wink is an online boutique offering unique and modern wall graphics for children. All products are professionally designed and hand crafted in our Calgary design studio. We offer a wide variety of color choices and a professional matte finish. Fresh designs are added regularly, so our collection is ever expanding. CUSTOM designs and requests are welcome! Shop our entire collection at figgyandwink.com.

FUN TIME PARTY BOUNCERS

Phone: 403-651-6747
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Website: www.funtimepartybouncers.com

Looking for Inflatable Bouncers, Inflatable Play Structures or Dunk Tanks for your Event? Rent with us because we have the best product and service available. We have Inflatable Bouncers, Slides and Dunk Tanks for any event you can think of... Carnivals, Community, Schools and Corporate Events, Fundraisers, and Birthday Parties too. Great physical activity for everyone. Visit our website for information on inventory, sizes and pricing. All of our inventory is new, in perfect condition and safe. We are continually adding product to our inventory so visit our website often to see what’s new. We are fully insured and certified for Public, School and Corporate Events. Our products are sure to make any indoor or outdoor event a great success! Free delivery-setup, take down and no charge reservations or weather cancellations.

HUCKLEBERRY KIDS

15566 McIvor Boulevard SE
Phone: 403-275-7373
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Website: www.huckleberrykids.com

HuckleBerry Kids is over 3,000-square-feet of new and gently-used kids’ merchandise. We pay you top dollar on the spot for all accepted items. Customer testimonial: "I am from Saskatoon and was in your store in March. What a great store it is! Was so impressed with the cleanliness and organization of the store. Your clothes are top quality. Was pleased with everything bought from you.” Charmaine Wintermute.

I BAMBINI

225 - 7 Avenue SW, Scotia Centre Downtown
Phone: 403-265-9303
127,333 Aspen Glen Landing SW, Aspen Landing Plaza
Phone: 403-686-4455
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Website: www.ibambini.ca

bambini's focuses on modern design for your baby and children. We are offering clothing, toys, gifts, accessories, strollers and many more. Gift certificates are available. We help with passion and sell with care.

KIDLET INNOVATIONS

Contact: Mokah Shmigelsky
Phone: 403-703-0688
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Website: www.kidlet.ca

Kidlet Innovations’ goal is to provide parents with solutions for travel that fit in your diaper bag and make travel more convenient, whether by foot, car or airplane! We have recently added new products: Clek booster seat, Tuckaire inflatable toddler bed & My Child ID. We also carry: travel potty’s, My Little Seat, Child Locator & CARES aviation restraint & Medibuddy’s.

LITTLE SOLES INC.

Phone: 1-877-710-0123
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Website: www.littlesolesshoestore.com

Little Soles Urban Class Footwear for Children offers a trendsetting variety of soulful styles, infused with fresh urban class flavors designed to fit your little soul’s unique spirit. Little Soles is continually evolving, redefining their footwear and producing extraordinary and innovative results, as well as working hard to raise awareness of the very important issue of Toxicity Testing in Infant Footwear.

LOLLIPOP CHILDREN’S FASHIONS

763 Northmount Drive NW
Phone: 403-220-0154

At Lollipop, your one-stop shop, we love babies and our excellent assortment of carefully selected, pre-owned infant’s items reflect our pride and joy in your little bundle. Lollipop’s impressive variety of quality clothing, toys and accessories at budget prices can fill all of your baby needs without emptying your wallet.

MABEL’S LABELS

RPO Dundurn, Box 33561, Hamilton, ON L8P 4X4
Contact: Customer Service
Phone: 1-866-30-MABEL (62235)
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Website: www.mabel.ca

Mabel’s Labels is North America’s leading provider of personalized labels for the stuff kids lose! In a choice of fun colors and icons, these super durable labels withstand the dishwasher, microwave, laundry and UV rays. Perfect for school and daycare gear, litterless lunches, bottles, toys, clothes, shoes and much more.

MONKEYSHINES CHILDREN’S BOOKS

Marda Loop - #113, 2215 - 33 Avenue SW
Phone: 403-240-1723
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Website: www.monkeyshinesbooks.com

Monkeyshines has the best in books, toys and games for children of all ages (0 to 99). Our knowledgeable staff can show you unique gifts, fabulous crafts and fun science ‘stuff.’ We Love books! No charge for special orders or gift wrapping. Free drop-in storytime every Thursday at 10:30am! Come visit our friendly store (lots of free parking), or try online shopping at our website any time!

MY FAMILY KEEPSAKES

Contact: Heid Jackson
Phone: 403-547-7740
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Website: www.myfamilykeepsakes.com

Got Internet? Got Photos? Our Online publishing studio makes it easy and fun to create beautiful Hardcover Books, Announcements, Canvas Prints, Calendars, Posters, Greeting Cards, Playing Cards, Journals, Invitations, Jewelry, Postcards and more. Come and see why we are Oprah’s favorite and how you can work from home like do! Mention this ad for a freebie.

NORTHMOUNT DOLLAR STORE PLUS

#102, 3400 - 14 Street NW
Phone: 403-282-8625
Website: www.northmountdollarstore.com

Check out our huge selection of fun and unique novelty toys and candies, party supplies, birthday candles and balloons! We have the best prices for helium-filled latex and foil balloons, and with hi-float your balloons can last for days! Shop here for everything you need for that perfect party! Well, except for the cake! Conveniently located.

ONCE UPON A CHILD

4625 Varsity Drive NW &
9250 MacLeod Trail SE
Phone: 403-543-1068 (North); 403-543-1066 (South)
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Website: www.onceuponachildvarsity.com or www.onceuponachildmacleod.com

Calgary’s hot spot for great deals on new and gently used kids stuff! We carry children’s clothing newborn to size 12, baby equipment and furniture and a wide array of children’s books, toys and DVDs! We also making selling your gently-used kids stuff a breeze - there is no appointment necessary and we pay you the same day!

OUR BABY IMPRESSIONS

Calgary (SE/NE): 403-242-4413
Calgary (NW/SW): 403-274-9232

Preserve the actual size and lines of your child’s (any age) hands and feet in a three-dimensional bronzed or silver plaque, mounted on your choice of frames. Baby Impressions is an established franchise across Canada and have made special memories for thousands of parents and grandparents with this unique gift. It will be a memento that you will treasure forever and enjoy for years to come. For your convenience, we do in-home visits in Calgary.

PINKPAWS ART FOR CHILDREN

Contact: Cheryl Peddie
Phone: 403-270-9755
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Website: www.pinkpaws.ca

Life is best when it’s light-hearted and fun. And that’s what PinkPaws Art for Children is all about. Created by local artist, Cheryl Peddie, this whimsical collection of originals and prints for nurseries and children’s rooms appeals to both kids and their grown-ups. With sunny clear colors and imaginative themes, you’re sure to find a design to fit your decor and put a twinkle in your child’s eyes, too. Perfectly priced for baby gifts!

PLAYTIME TOY & PARTY RENTALS

Phone: 403-258-0223
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Website: www.playtimerentals.ca

Fun, fun, fun! We have inflatable bounce houses, water slides, ball pits, huge inflatable human foosball game, roller coasters, and so much more! Visit our website to see our prices which include GST, delivery, set up/take down with no hidden costs. Playtime puts smiles on children’s face’s with giggles too!

SOUTHCENTRE MALL

Corner of Macleod Trail & Anderson Road SE
Contact: Vera Maguire
Phone: 403-225-5331
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Website: www.southcentremall.com

Welcome to Southcentre! We have created a shopping experience designed to make your shopping experience more comfortable, more convenient and less stressful. Did you know we have free kids' DVD strollers, two themed nursing rooms and three kids’ play areas? Plus with over 180 stores, Southcentre has all you need!

SUCK IT UP O2 INC.

75 Buffalo Rub Place
Contact: Keira
Phone: 403-540-0166
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Website: www.suckitup.com

Canned Oxygen, your zero calorie health and energy boost. Personal, portable, fits in your purse. Increases energy, endurance, memory, concentration. It’s great for exercising, sports, keeping up with kids, high altitudes, long distant driving. Don’t be left without it.

TOYLEND INC.

Phone: 403-616-2229 or 403-874-6446
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Toy rentals for all occasions. With winter upon us, bring the fun indoors. We have a variety of small and large items to keep the kids amused. Baby equipment now available! Company coming for a visit? We have what they need:strollers, highchairs, playpens, car seats, baby toys and more. Lighten your holiday load... and reserve your items today!

TREND-E-TOTS

5 - 7730 MacLeod Trail SE
Phone: 403-452-8687
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Website: www.trend-e-tots.com

Trend-E-Tots features stylish products for modern tots and posh parents. We carry unique brands of strollers, high chairs, furniture, fashions, decor and more. Check out our designer kids consignment as well. Visit us in person or online. At Trend-E-Tots, we offer a one-of-a-kind shopping experience!

WEE PIGGIES & PAWS

Contact: Sher Horvat
Phone: 403-280-BABY (2229)
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Website: www.weepiggies.com

Preserve your child’s hand and footprints forever! Wee Piggies & Paws specializes in producing one-of-a-kind LifeCast Statues, Ornaments and Shadow Boxes of children’s hands and feet; replicas so exact that every little wrinkle, dimple and detail is captured. Young or old - there is no age limit! Gift certificates available.

SPECIAL NEEDS

GRIT CALGARY SOCIETY

Phone: 403-215-2444
Website: www.telusplanet.net/public/gritcal

The G.R.I.T. program is a non-profit, home and community-based Early Childhood program for young children with disabilities, which has been providing services to the Calgary region since 1995. The G.R.I.T. program provides each child with a Developmental Specialist, who carries out the child’s Individual Program Plan in the child’s home and/or community. Ongoing consultation from the therapy team, Special Education Consultants and an Adaptive Physical Education Consultant is provided to children and families. G.R.I.T. also provides information and support with the eventual transition into the school system.

I’M FOR KIDS TEAM

Box 51, Site 4, RR #1, DeWinton, AB, T0L 0X0
Contact: Anita Ward, Intake Coordinator
Phone: 1-403-995-2435
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Website: www.imforkids.org

I’m For Kids Team is a private PUF program provider, approved by Alberta Education. We also provide FSCD Specialized Services programming to eligible families receiving PUF through our organization. Our multi-disciplinary team of qualified professionals works one-on-one providing inclusive, coordinated, and developmentally-appropriate programming to preschool-aged children with special needs in their community preschool and/or home environment. Each child is given learning opportunities to grow and develop in a play-based setting.

LEARNING DISABILITIES ASSOCIATION OF ALBERTA - CALGARY CHAPTER

Suite 340, 1202 Centre Street SE
Phone: 403-283-6606
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Website: www.ldaa.net

The LDAA-CC is dedicated to advancing the education, social development, legal rights and general well-being of people with learning disabilities and AD/HD. Children and teen programs include summer camps and year-round social skills programs, which focus on building communication skills, problem-solving skills and friendship skills. The LDAA-CC also offers parent and educator workshops, an adult support group, a resource library, an information service and much more.

PROVIDENCE CHILDREN’S CENTRE

5232, 4 Street SW
Contact: Margaret Jokuty, VP Operations
Phone: 403-255-5577
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Website: www.providencechildren.com

Providence has developed highly effective health, education and therapeutic programs for preschool age children with all types of disabilities. We believe every child must have the chance to reach their full potential. Working with the child and their family, we provide the opportunity to build foundations that last a lifetime.

THE READING FOUNDATION

#401, 320 - 23 Avenue SW
Phone: 403-244-9527
Website: www.readingfoundation.com

The Reading Foundation is a private clinic located in Calgary that offers unique remedial programs for reading, spelling, comprehension and math. We have helped thousands of clients of all ages to build their reading and math skills, their confidence and self-esteem. The Reading Foundation is highly successful, with a proven track record. Call for more information or to book an assessment.

RENFREW EDUCATIONAL SERVICES

2050, 21 Street NE
Phone: 403-291-5038
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Website: www.renfreweducation.org

Renfrew Educational Services has welcomed children and families to its innovative educational programs for over 30 years. Renfrew has five centres in the Calgary area where preschool and elementary programs accommodate nearly 700 students. We also offer a comprehensive range of community services to more than 4,000 students in other Calgary area schools, and share Renfrew’s philosophy and expertise through our comprehensive range of professional development workshops.

ROCKY POINT ACADEMY

Suite 230, 295 Midpark Way SE
Phone: 403-685-0067
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Website: www.rockypointacademy.com

Many adults and children with high levels of intelligence, curiosity, creativity and innovation struggle with reading, writing, math or attention disorders. Our mission is to use the positive gift these individuals have to remove the obstacles which prevent the natural learning process from occurring. Rocky Point Academy is a unique educational therapy program dedicated to those struggling with learning. Attain the skills, confidence, and motivation needed to achieve your goals.

SPECIAL KIDZ CANADA

Contact: Joanne Birce
Phone: 403-607-1533
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Website: www.special-kidz-canada.com

Special Kidz Canada is an online resource guide for parents, caregivers, educators and clinicians of children with extraordinary needs. You will find 50+ product and services categories, an events calendar, allergy-free recipes, disorders defined, books on disabilities, current media stories, monthly newsletters, Kidz Korner and much more.

TRAVEL, ESCAPES & EXCURSIONS

DELTA LODGE AT KANANASKIS

Phone: 1-866-432-4322
Website: www.deltalodgeatkananaskis.com

DIAMOND WILLOW ARTISAN RETREAT

Box 1118, Turner Valley, AB
Contact: Pat Lothrop
Phone: 403-933-5755
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MOUNTAIN VIEW HELICOPTERS

Springbank Airport, 402A Otter Bay
Contact: Lori Bergeron
Phone: 403-286-7186
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Website: www.mvheli.com


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