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        <author>justin@justinhavre.com (Justin Havre Real Estate Team)</author>
        <title>Who are the Airdrie Lynx Air Cadets?</title>
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The Airdrie Lynx Air Cadets were formed in 2000 because the Airdrie area was in need of an Air Cadet Squadron. They were given strong support from the Air Cadet League of Alberta and gained plenty of steam out of the gate.


The Cadet program is designed by Canadian Forces (DND), whine the Air Cadet League administers the program and the local Squadron Staff implements the program. The &quot;88&quot; Airdrie Lynx hold their meetings every Wednesday at the Ecole Airdrie Middle School from 6:15 pm to 9pm.


Cadet Activities


There are multiple activities the Cadets perform throughout the year including:




Ground School - This program includes a qualifying example for those looking to enter the Gliding Pilot or Power Pilot training courses. It's much like aviation school and teaches the basics of flying.


Gliding - This is required training for air Cadets and provides the opportunity for Cadets to get out twice a year or more.


Band - The Cadets have a band program with marching songs and an Annual Ceremonial Review.


Drill - An important part of training and includes discipline, price and cohesion.


Flag Party - A yearly part of the Annual Ceremonial Review, the flag party bears the flag on parade.


Sports - The Cadet program includes sports nights held throughout the year.




These are just a sampling of the Cadet activities. Many others are also a part of the program.


The aims of the Cadet program are to develop good leadership and citizenship in the youth, along with promoting physical fitness, stimulating interest in aviation and stimulating interest in the Canadian Forces. They value loyalty, integrity, mutual respect and professionalism.


Joining the Cadets


Those age 12 and older can register to join the cadets. They must pass a portion of the training to be considered a Cadet and fill out the necessary paperwork. For more information about the &quot;88&quot; Airdrie Lynx Air Cadet Squadron visit their website at, http://airdrieaircadets.ca.
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    <pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2015 10:18:00 -0700</pubDate>
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        <title>Understanding Buyer Fear</title>
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There are a lot of reasons why people put off purchasing a Calgary home but the major one is fear. It can become so intense that it actually becomes paralyzing.


Many people will say that the number one reason is that they do not have the money to put towards a down payment. If you look a little deeper, however, these individuals or couples may have been using this excuse for many years and haven't put in the effort to get the money together.


You see, many people have put together a 5-year or even a 10-year plan to save money for a home. There is always a way to make it happen if something is wanted badly enough. A second part-time job could be secured, money could be borrowed from friends or family or unwanted items could be sold to raise money. Even eating out less during the month can put some extra money into a savings account. So this leaves us with the fact that there must be an underlying fear.


When a person has a fear of something they may be unable to react at all to the situation. In some cases the person is not at all aware of what the real fear is since it is so well hidden. If something is not known then how could it possibly ever really be dealt with and handled? It can’t.


A person that is experiencing this type of paralysis about real estate must truly confront his fears and find out what the problem really is. This may take some effort but it is well worth it.  Once the true fear is revealed it can be handled and the person can then confront getting his first home. This is quite an accomplishment and can be done by anyone that has been putting off buying a home because of excuses.


When you really want something and know that it makes sense as a long term plan then go for it. There will always be fear but you can handle it. Once you jump over the hurdles and the logistics of buying a new home you’ll be able to relax in the comfort of your new place.
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    <pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2015 20:18:00 -0700</pubDate>
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        <author>justin@justinhavre.com (Justin Havre Real Estate Team)</author>
        <title>What will you Discover at CrossIron Mills?</title>
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Found very close to the Airdrie area, CrossIron Mills is a major enclosed shopping center. It's just east of Balzac in Rocky View County. The center was developed in 2009 and it’s the largest single-level shopping centre in Alberta.


CrossIron Mills consists of nearly 1.2 million square feet of retail and entertainment space. Bass Pro Shops was the first tenant to open within the mall in the spring of 2009. The rest of the mall was still under construction at the time and the final phase, known as The Entertainment Neighbourhood opened in the summer of 2010.


The design of the mall follows the same design as other Mills Corporation malls. It combines premium brand outlets with large format anchor stores and plenty of entertainment components. The mall has a Fashion Neighborhood, Resources Neighborhood, Sport Neighbourhood, Entertainment Neighborhood and Ranch Neighbourhood.


Stores


Throughout the mall, you will find a number of stores including:




Adidas


Aeropostale


American Eagle Outfitters


Danier Factory Outlet


DKNY


GNC


Godiva Chocolatier


GUESS Factory


MEXX Factory


Michael Kors Outlet


PINK by Victoria's Secret


Pro Hockey Life


PUSCH Outlet


The Body Shop


West 49 Outlet


And Many More




With more than 200 stores and 17 anchor stores, there are plenty to choose from throughout the mall.


Restaurants


The mall is also home to a number of options for a meal. The food court is full of great choices and other restaurants are also a part of the mall. Some of the restaurants found within CrossIron Mills include:




Boston Pizza


La Prep


Fionn MacCool's


Bourbon Street Grill


New York Fries


Sbarro


Thai Express


And More




Whether you just want a quick snack or a sit down dinner, you will have plenty of options here.


Hours


The CrossIron Mills Mall is open from 10am to 9pm, Monday through Saturday, from 11am to 6pm on Sunday and from 11am to 7pm on holidays.
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    <pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2015 09:01:00 -0700</pubDate>
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        <author>justin@justinhavre.com (Justin Havre Real Estate Team)</author>
        <title>Upcoming Events Near Airdrie</title>
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There are plenty of events happening in and around the Airdrie area. With plenty of venues for concerts, fundraisers and other types of events, residents have plenty to choose from. Here's a look at some of the upcoming events near Airdrie.


Shamrock Shimmy Fundraiser - March 14th from 6pm to 9pm


This event will be held at the Town &amp; Country Center in Airdrie. It will include dinner, dancing and both silent and live auctions. The Irish Dancers will teach you how to perform the Irish dance and you can participate in the 50/50 raffle. Tickets are $50 per person.


Mary Walsh with Special Guest Sharron Matthews - March 10th from 7:30pm to 8:30pm


The Bert Church Live Theater will host the Mary Walsh performance, which will include guest Sharron Matthews. This is a comedy performance from two of the funniest women in Canada. It's a great choice for a night out and provides political satire, musical comedy and much more. Tickets are $37 per person.


White Collar Boxing - March 26th from 6pm to 10pm


The White Collar Boxing event will happen at the Scotia Centre in Calgary. It will include the Airdrie Oilmen's Association presenting the event with Calgary Oil &amp; Gas Sales people facing Local Law Enforcement and Emergency Service Members. Special guests will be on hand, as well.


Prairie Mountain Fiddlers - March 8th from 2:30pm to 3:30pm


The Bert Church Live Theater will host the Prairie Mountain Fiddlers in Airdrie at the end of March. This is a very popular show with plenty of musical fun in store. The old-time fiddle music is a hit with audiences of all ages. Tickets are $16 per person.


Whether you want to enjoy comedy, music, boxing or an Irish celebration, there are plenty of great events coming to the Airdrie area soon.
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    <pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2015 08:34:00 -0700</pubDate>
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        <author>justin@justinhavre.com (Justin Havre Real Estate Team)</author>
        <title>What will you Find at the Market Mall?</title>
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Located close to the Airdrie area, Market Mall offers plenty of great shops, restaurants and much more. The mall is one of the top shopping destinations for those living in the Airdrie area. Here's what you will find at the mall.


Shopping


With over 200 stores and restaurants, there's a little bit of something for everybody. The mall includes many top retailers and other local boutiques, such as:




Aldo


American Eagle Outfitters


Arnold Chrugin Shoes


Bath &amp; Body Works


The Children's Place


Express


J.Crew


La Senza


Little Burgundy


Old Navy


Nine West


Peoples Jewellers


Rockport


Sunglass Hut


Talbots


And Many More




There are shops in all types of different categories from apparel to specialty food found at Market Mall.


Restaurants


Along with the many shops, the mall has a variety of places to eat including:




A &amp; W


Arby's


Bourbon Street Grill


Extreme Pita


Mrs. Vanelli's


New York Fries


OPA of Greece


Taco Time


Thai Express


UMI Sushi Express


Milestone’s Grill &amp; Bar


Moxie's Classic Grill


And More




Whether you just want to grab something fast or sit down for a nice dinner, you will find plenty of options at the mall.


Services


There are many service oriented businesses found at Market Mall, as well. Services here include:




Ultracuts


The Total Look


Bell Kiosk


Flight Centre


International Currency Exchange


Lotto Booth


Regis Salon


And More




It doesn't matter if you need a haircut or you need to exchange money, you can find the right service for your needs at the mall. The mall even provides nursing rooms, car rental services and more.


Location and Hours


The Market Mall is located at 3625 Shaganappi Trail NW. The mall is open from 10am to 9pm, Monday through Friday, from 9:30am to 8pm on Saturdays and from 11am to 6pm on Sundays.
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    <pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2015 11:12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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        <title>How to Protect Yourself When Buying a New Condo</title>
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If you're planning on buying a new condo in the upcoming future there are a few things that you should be aware of. There will be a board that works out the budget for the building and performs a lot of administrative duties. You should know ahead of time that these boards can change things around when they take over business from the developer.


For example, if you have purchased a unit and you've been allowed to take your pet along with you, make sure that you get everything in writing. In new developments, the condo corporation takes over when people begin to move into the building.


There will be a turnover meeting in most cases and the developer hands over accounting and legal documents along with the budget to the condo corporation. At this time, a new board is elected by the corporation. A condo board can be compared to a city government. Bylaws can be amended from time to time and rules can change.


The best thing you can do to stay informed about any changes is to get involved right at the beginning and keep asking your questions. You can be a volunteer with the condominium board. This way, you can stay in the loop while at the same time contributing to help make your condominium experience the best it can be.


If you're purchasing a pre-owned condo, you must also make sure that you understand all of the rules, regulations and bylaws that apply. If you ever have any questions at all, be sure to ask them and always get your answers in writing. This way, you'll be protected. Most condo boards are concerned about keeping the owners happy and will be more than willing to work with you on any concerns or questions that you have voiced.
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    <pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2015 20:54:00 -0700</pubDate>
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        <author>justin@justinhavre.com (Justin Havre Real Estate Team)</author>
        <title>What will you Find at the Airdrie Public Library?</title>
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The Airdrie Public Library is a part of a larger system called the Marigold Library System. This larger system was established in 1981 as a network of libraries serving 41 municipalities in Alberta. The system allows independent libraries to work together so that they can keep the costs down.


Since the Airdrie Public Library is a part of this network, they are able to increase their collection by leveraging the 170 other libraries found in the province There are more than 3 million CDs, DVDs, books and other resources found in The Regional Automated Consortium catalogue (TRACpac). As a member of the Airdrie Public Library, you can reserve any items from the other libraries.


Programs


The library is more than just books and DVDs, however. There are many programs for all ages including:




Family Literacy Day


Preschool Literacy Programs


Family Fun Saturdays


Sunday Cinema


Beak Week at the Library


Junior Artists


Family Fun Nights


Coping with Strong Feelings for Teens


Wii for the Tall


Tales for the Tall


Many different clubs for Adults


Parenting Workshops


Art in the Library


Art Gala


Adult Artists


And More




The programs make the library a great place to go for families and residents of Airdrie of all ages.


Tours


The library also provides tours for students and groups. These tours make it easy to figure out what it really offered at the library. Whether you're a new member or you want to bring your school class, you can reserve your tour at the library.


Membership, Hours and Location


Memberships are available for households, adults, students, youth, children, seniors and even non-residents. It just requires a driver's license or another form of ID to become a member. Fees are:




Household - $25 - Includes two adults and anybody under 18 in the household


Adult - $20


Student - $10


Youth - $5


Children - Free with an Adult card


Senior - $5


Non-resident outside the Marigold Library System Boundaries - $70




These rates are all annual fees and provide full access to the library.


The Airdrie Public Library is open from 9am to 8:30pm, Monday through Thursday, from 9am to 5pm on Fridays, from 10am to 5pm on Saturdays and from 1pm to 5pm on Sundays.


The library is found at 111 - 304 Main Street SE.
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    <pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2015 14:01:00 -0700</pubDate>
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        <title>Whole Foods Will Be Opening a Calgary Store in 2017</title>
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If you have ever had a chance to visit a Whole Foods store before you'll know what all of the excitement is about. This is an amazing place to buy your groceries since it features organic and natural food in a supermarket-type of setting. This is an exciting announcement and many families, couples and individuals are looking forward to the grand opening.


It's not clear where the new store will be located but we'll find out soon. The company has already picked out the site but won't let the public know the location until June. If you regularly shop for organic or natural foods, you'll want to be on the lookout for the news of the upcoming location that will be released near the beginning of summer.


Whole Foods has been considering Calgary as a place of interest for quite a while now. The city is thriving and growing and could use another organic grocery store to keep up with the demand. If all goes well, Whole Foods will open up another store in the city later on.


When the store opens there will be about 150 new jobs created and it's expected that the opening date will be sometime during the summer in 2017. There are also plans in place to open stores in Edmonton and Victoria and the expected opening dates for these 2 stores is sometime during the fall in 2016. The Edmonton Whole Foods store will be the first one to open in Alberta and will cover a total of 42,000 ft.².


Airdrie residents are lucky to be living so close to the big city. Whole Foods is a major organic and natural food chain that has had phenomenal success across the U.S. and in its Canadian stores.
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    <pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2015 20:40:00 -0700</pubDate>
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        <author>justin@justinhavre.com (Justin Havre Real Estate Team)</author>
        <title>What can you Expect at the Woodside Golf Course?</title>
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As one of the top golf courses in Airdrie, Woodside Golf Course is a great place for golf and much more. This 18-hole championship golf course provides one of the longest golf seasons in the area. It also has a restaurant with a patio, which provides a great place to eat.


The course opened in 1989 with 18 holes and a par of 70. Some of the best playing conditions in the Calgary area are found here, along with one of the top practice facilities. The clubhouse also features a pro shop, locker room and meeting room. Whether a member or a visiting player, your time at the Woodside Golf Course is sure to be great.


The Restaurant


Woods Restaurant &amp; Patioh is open year-round and can accommodate up to 150 people. It's a full service event facility for weddings, meetings, banquets and more. The patio is open during the summer and golfers can enjoy a meal after their round.


During the winter, the restaurant is closed from Monday to Thursday. However, they have Friday Wing Night from 5pm to 9pm, Saturday Theme Nights from 5pm to 9pm and Sunday Brunch from 10am to 2pm.


Golf


Becoming a member at Woodside Golf Course provides access to plenty of golf. The club has all types of tournaments, leagues and even offers lessons. There are all types of other golf events held here throughout the year, as well.


Membership


There are multiple membership options at Woodside Golf Course including the shareholders memberships, a seasonal unlimited play membership and a seasonal flex membership. Each membership comes with different benefits including all the play you want, unlimited driving range access, access to Intercubs, club tournament discounts and many other benefits.


Regular Rates


Rates for the golf course are different throughout the year. They start around $27 for nine hole and go up from there.


Location


Woodside Golf Course is found at 525 Woodside Drive in Airdrie. It's not far from Veteran Boulevard and very convenient for most residents of Airdrie.
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    <pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2015 09:01:00 -0700</pubDate>
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        <author>justin@justinhavre.com (Justin Havre Real Estate Team)</author>
        <title>Who are the Winners of the 2014 Airdrie Business Awards?</title>
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After sifting through 126 nominations found in four categories, the selection committee for the Airdrie Business Awards has chosen the winners. All of the winners have excelled in their category and represents businesses in the Airdrie area. Here are the winners for 2014.


Winning Edge Award - Jacqui Jepson, Owner, The Pink Wand Cleaning Services


The Winning Edge Award is given to a small business with three years or more of outstanding achievement in growth, community involvement, innovation and customer service. The selection committee chose Pink Wand as a clear winner. With 267 growth over the past three years, the business had to move into a new, larger space. They provide both residential and commercial cleaning and support many non-profit organizations in the community.


Family Friendly Business Award - Wendy Bates-Wiebe, Owner, The Hair Lounge


The Hair Lounge won the Family Friendly Business Award because they provide a service and business willing to go the extra mile to ensure families are happy and comfortable. With flexible hours for the workers and a comfortable atmosphere where parents and children can get their hair cut, The Hair Lounge was a clear choice. They also won the Winning Edge Award in 2012.


2014 Airdrie Business Leader Award - Sherry Shaw-Forggatt, Publisher, Frog Media Incorporated


This award is given to the business leader showing exceptional leadership in both the community and business. Sherry Shaw-Foggatt won the award because of her work with Eat Stay Play Airdrie and airdrielife.


Eco Edge Business Award - Stephanie Golding, Owner, Noodlebox


A business going the extra mile to promote sustainability and environmental stewardship is honoured yearly with this award. This year, Noodlebox was given the award because the restaurant provides healthy options on the go to the community and had implemented a recycling and compost program.


These are the 2014 Airdrie Business Award winners. They all worked very hard to earn the honour and provide companies trying to make Airdrie a better place.
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    <pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2015 10:10:00 -0700</pubDate>
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