Hockey Tournament Rescheduled - posted Friday, February 03, 2012

Due to the expected high temperatures of +12, we are unable to host our 3 on 3 Hockey Tournament that was scheduled for tomorrow; February 4th 2012.  We apologize for the inconvenience and will be in touch with all team captains shortly, to confirm a reschedule date.

Hockey Rink on Feb. 12th 2012 - posted Wednesday, February 01, 2012

Please note that the Hockey Rink will be unavailable for public use during the following times/dates, due to Special Events:

February 12th 2012:  Family Valentines Skate:  Rink will be unavailable for the scheduled hockey from Noon-4PM.

We thank you in advance for your understanding.

Employment Opportunities at Century Hall - posted Tuesday, January 10, 2012

Part-time Seasonal Maintenance positions available.  Please click on the job listing provided here, for further details.

 Maintenance Position, Job Posting

A  Customer Service Representative position is available.  Please click on the job listing provided here, for further details.

CSR Position, Job Posting

Attention – Inquiries regarding Snow Removal on Cranston Pathways & Walkways - posted Thursday, January 05, 2012

A few Cranston Residents have inquired about snow removal on Cranston’s pathways and walkways.  Inquiries were made  through the Forum’s on the website, in person at Century Hall and via email.  Please be advised that Century Hall and the Cranston Residents Association (CRA)staff are not able to provide snow and ice removal services to these areas due to high costs and liability issues.  If the CRA were to initiate a snow removal program, the liability transfers from the City to the CRA.  Your CRA Board looked at the cost of snow removal and landscaping throughout the community and determined that the CRA is not in a financial position to take this on at this time.  Please refer to the audited financial statements posted on the website at www.cranston-connect.com.  The CRA is responsible for snow removal in and around the property it owns; Century Hall, Century Hall Park, Art Park and in front of the Windmill.

The public sidewalks, walkways and pathways are owned by the City of Calgary and the City has advised that they strongly recommend and prefer that the CRA does not provide services to these areas.  The City does not perform snow and ice removal services to these areas due to cost and liability reasons.  If you own property adjacent to a City sidewalk, walkway or pathway, then you are responsible to remove snow and ice.  Failure to do so can result in fines.  Please contact the City at 311 to request snow removal, ice removal or report snow and ice issues in these areas.

In addition, you may also want to contact your Cranston Community Association (CCA) Board of Directors to have them lobby the City for snow removal as well as landscaping of your community parks and pathways.  Please go to the Cranston Community Association website at www.cranstonca.com for more information on how your Community Association can help you with community issues.  The next Board Meeting is Tuesday, January 10^th at 7:00 pm at Century Hall and residents are invited to attend.   Community Associations in other communities in Calgary have been successful in obtaining an annual snow removal levy (as low as $10/year added to each homeowner’s property taxes) or landscaping maintenance levy (as low as $60/year to each homeowner’s property taxes) to have enhanced landscaping maintenance of City of parks, pathways, etc. in their communities.

If you have any further questions or concerns regarding snow and ice removal on City property, please contact either 311 or the Cranston Community Association at cranstonca@gmail.com or through their website at www.cranstonca.com.

Get your votes in for Cranston! - posted Thursday, December 15, 2011

What's the difference between a great neighbourhood and the best neighbourhood?

What factors make that truly winning combination — amenities, price, curb appeal, low crime rate and intangibles such as friendliness of the neighbours?

Avenue Magazine is conducting their annual Best Neighbourhoods Survey and Awards for 2012. Answer Avenue's Best Neighbourhoods Survey (conducted in association with Leger Marketing) and let them know what you think makes Cranston great!

The deadline for survey completion is February 28, 2012. Here is a link to it:  Avenue Magazine

Enjoy the Warmth! - posted Wednesday, December 14, 2011

We hope that you are enjoying the glow and warmth of the Century Hall firepit located in our park facilities.  Although the flames may appear to be soaring high, please rest assured that this unit is safety regulated, and there are no concerns of danger.

It's Open!!! - posted Monday, November 21, 2011

The Hockey Rink has officially opened for the Winter Season!  We are pleased to announce that the Pleasure Rink is now open, as well!  Please note that we are able to operate the Hockey Rink throughout the season, with minimal closures during "chinook times", due to the chiller system that allows it to remain frozen.  Due to it's location, the Pleasure Rink does not have a chiller system and may be subject to closures during "warm spells".  Please be sure to check this websites for any updated closures.

Upon careful consideration, the following schedule has been created, to ensure we are able to meet  the needs of all of our residents!  Your compliance with this schedule is important in ensuring the safety of all users.  Please click on the link provided below to view the Winter 2011 & 2012 Hockey & Pleasure Rink Schedule.pdf

We ask all patrons using the hockey rink to abide by the rules and regulations that we have carefully designed.  Please view these rules by clicking on the following link:  Century Hall Hockey and Pleasure Rink Rules.

For the safety of all, we ask that patrons refrain from using "slap shots" on the Hockey Rink.  These shots tend to send pucks flying in many directions, including over the boards and into high traffic areas of the park.  We have posted signs throughout the hockey rink and would greatly appreciate if you could abide by them.  Netting is also being installed to assist in preventing the hazards of "flying pucks".

Upcoming Special Events at Century Hall - posted Thursday, November 10, 2011

Valentine Family Skate:  Feb. 12th 2012, 1-3pm

Bring that special loved one or the entire family out for a fun valentine's skate...as romantic music fills the air!  Hot chocolate and special treats will also be available to warm the soul!  This event is complimentary and is open to the public.

Let's Play the Feud:  March 10th 2012, 6-8pm

Test your knowledge of interesting information by entering the first ever Cranston Family Feud Challenge!  Similar to the family friendly game show, as seen on television...families will answer survey questions in hopes of being awarded the title of champions!  This event is free of charge, however; registartion is required for this event.  Please register online, or by phoning, 403-781-6614, X:0.

Easter Eggstravaganza 2012:  March 31st 2012, 1-3pm

Join us at Century Hall for an Eggmazing Easter celebration!  Children will enjoy exploring our Bunny Bonanza Cranival complete with the following activities:  egg decorating, basket making, face paintining, egg toss, duckie derby, bunny races, and so much more!  Children can also enjoy exploring the park in search of the great "golden" easter egg and hundreds of other Easter eggs throughout the event!  In fairness to all children, the egg hunt will be completed in the following age divisions:  Ages 0-5:  1-1:15pm; Ages 6-8:  1:45-2pm; Ages 9-12:  2:30-2:45pm.  This event is free of charge, however; registration is requested for this event.  Please register online or by phoning, 403-781-6614, X:0.

Good Neighbors Clear Snow! - posted Tuesday, November 01, 2011

Check out the following article provided by the City of Calgary's Animal and BylawServices, regarding snow removal.Portals/0/Nov -Snow.pdf