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9504 Oakfield Drive S.W.Calgary, Alberta T2V 0L1Telephone: 403 238-0007

Fax: 403 238-1115Email: [email protected]

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Office Hours8:00 am - 4:00 pm Weekdays

Complex ManagerSandy Fitzgibbon

MaintenanceLeyla McTaggart

Ron Lukie, Jay Stewart,Jesse Leinan

Community ContactsC.O.P.S. Liaison

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Hall Rentals • Contact Sandy weekdays at the Center, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm.

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• Our large hall holds approximately 200 people with kitchen facilities

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ExECutivEPresident Gerry Stoddart 403-238-9715Past President Cam Sylven 403 472-1780Treasurer Rob Kramer 403 251-2093Secretary Shauna Kelly 403 242-2628V.P. Complex Brian Pedlar 403 238-2634V.P. Membership Barb Yau 403 808-3797V.P. Social Marilyn Sharpe 403 281-5615V.P. Sports John Killam 403 238-0510V.P. Fundraiser VACAnT V.P. Civic Affairs Matthew O’Connor 403 837-1695

BOaRd Of diRECtORSDon Best, Marty Scholten, Toby LaBrie, Scott Meyerhoff and Suzanne Burgman

diRECtORyBeavers/Cubs/Scouts Dave Sheldrake 403-278-0995Before/After School Care Kelly Krebs 403 238-9322Bingo Volunteers Sandy Fitzgibbon 403 238-0007Brownies/Guides Diane Guido 403 238-8549Community Recreation Katie Thorpe 403 476-7162CoordinatorCurling Mel Head 403-281-3781Echo Emily Pratt 403 801-3786Elm Obedience School Eda Milne 403 281-7937Holiday Adventures Kelly Krebs 403 238-9322Jump Start Kelly Krebs 403 238-9322Line Dancing Mary Rochfort 403 238-4692netball Paula MacWilliam 403 281-8348Quick Fit Sandy Fitzgibbon 403 238-0007Ringette Steve Hutchison 403 238-3538Soccer Gene Pawlak 403 238-2199Southland Athletic Association Jill Cameron 403 968-7316Southwest Communities Resource Centre 403 238-9222

Weaselhead Society Lisa Flaman 403 200-7111Yoga with Jane 403-281-7553Tools for Kids Preschool Angy Moore 403 460-0389Tai Chi with Jane 403-281-7553

Oakridge … be part of it!The Oakridge Community Association (OCA) is holding its annual General Meeting on Monday, September 12, 2016, at 7:00 p.m. upstairs at the Community Cen-tre. The OCA Executive and Board of Directors invite all Oakridge residents to attend. Anyone wishing to be in-cluded on the agenda or wishing to participate in dis-cussion, as per OCA bylaws, must have a current com-munity membership. See you there!

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Keep the Oakridge Community Centre smoke-freePlease be aware that smoking is not permitted within five metres of the Oakridge Communi-ty Centre entrance, per City of Calgary Bylaw 57M92 and the provincial Tobacco Reduction Act.

The Tobacco Reduction Act prohibits smoking in public places and workplaces, and within five metres of any doorway, window or air intake. If you do smoke, please be sure to do so at least five metres from the entrance. We appreciate your cooperation.

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Please be advised that the speed limit in the parking lot of the community centre is 5 km/hour. Our parking lot is very busy at pick-up times for a variety of sports and community programs, many catering to younger children. Often children are excited when

leaving the building and may not look before they run into the path of traffic.

Please note that the end of the cement pad is a drop-off/pick-up zone only – unattended vehicles are not allowed. Also, the handicap parking stall is for vehicles that have a handicap parking sticker.

Help us ensure the safety of all users of the Oakridge Community Centre by entering and exiting the parking lot carefully.

The Oakridge Community Association

oakridge Community Centre abuse PolicyThe Oakridge Community Centre values its staff, vol-unteers and patrons of the facility. In order to pro-vide a safe and healthy environment, we are a ze-ro-tolerance facility. Abuse or harassment towards volunteers, staff and patrons will not be tolerated.

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the SouthWest Communities Resource Centre (SWCRC) proudly offers programs and services to families throughout 28 local communities.

This fall the SWCRC will be offering some new programs and services along with our highly requested parenting workshops. We will also offer a speakers series over the year and have experts in their field speak to our resi-dents. Stay tuned for more information.

We are now accepting registration for our “Positive Discipline and Everyday Parenting” on Tuesday mor-nings and “Parent Talk” on Thursday mornings starting September 20th. Please contact our office at 403 238-9222 to register.

The work we do couldn’t be done without great volun-teers supporting our efforts. As we expand our program offerings we are also seeking new volunteers.

Consider volunteering close to home: •Tuesday/Thursdaymorningswe can always use your

help with child minding for two hours. •We are looking for ourbrightest and smartest south

west residents who can volunteer a couple of hours a week as a tutor for grades 6 – 12. Our tutoring program runs early Wednesday evening and goes throughout the year. Parents can also register their children/youth by contacting our office.

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Our office is located in the Oakridge Co-op Plaza and would love to show you our newly renovated space! Please stop by and learn more about the programs and services offered in your communities.

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#GetMovingyyC - free family EventsCreating a vibrant and prosperous Calgary depends, in many ways, on the health and happiness of our citizens. In 2015 we launched the #GetMovingYYC initiative to get more Calgarians, more active, more often. Join us in the movement to get Calgarians moving more where they live, work and play. Together we can turn the curve on sedentary behaviour and lifestyles in Calgary. For up-coming events and schedules Check out calgary.ca/get-moving Events may include family dance, indoor cycle & movie, obstacle course and more!

try it for a toonie: Ever thought about signing up for a registered class, but wantedtotryitfirst?Nowisyourchance!Thereissome-thing for everyone to try, and something new every day. If you love a class, you can sign up for a whole session starting just a few weeks later! Admission to facility amenities is not included.

age: 16y and upSep 19-22 $2.00/person Drop-inSep 19 M 07:05 pm-08:05 pm YYC CircuitSep 20 T 07:15 pm-08:15 am HIITSep 21 W 07:00 pm-08:00 pm Pilates Reformer-IntroSep 21 W 08:15 pm-09:15 pm Real Men do YogaSep 22 Th 09:00 am-10:00 am Body Weight Bootcamp

friday Night dance Party – Sept 30 from 7:15-10:00pmAdmission to the Party includes a dance lesson (primary movements, rhythmic structure, posture, leading and following), social dance, as well as refreshments. no Partner Required!Wednesday Soccer Drop-in Age: All ages

drop-in Climbing and Gymnastics

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PLaySCHOOLSouthland Leisure Centre’s Playschool is recreation-based and includes educational activities which allows

children to learn through play. Playschool programs are for two to four year olds from September to June. nEW Prepare your preschooler for an active social expe-rience where children are encouraged to play and learn through games, song, exploration and art.

Every Sunday, 8 am to noon. family Swim It’s a designated family swim time. Come enjoy our wa-terpark, including a trip or two to the AquaPlay struc-ture. Be prepared to get wet! Adults must be accompa-nied by a child and all children must be accompanied by an adult. Regular admission applies.

MENd Mind, Exercise, Nutrition…do it!Child obesity is a significant issue in Alberta. There is substantial evidence linking obesity to preventable chronic diseases and psychological impacts on children. MEnD is a community, family-based healthy lifestyle program. These programs are provided at nO COST to participants and provide a comfortable environment for families to interact and learn how to make healthy lifestyle choices. The program will provide you with the tools and support you need to help you and your fam-ily transition to a healthier lifestyle. If you are interested in hearing more about MEnD or wanting to register, please contact:403-648-6576 for 2Y – 4Y403-366-3926 for 5Y – 13YAges 2Y – 4Y: 10 week healthy eating and activity pro-gram for families.Ages 5Y – 7Y: 10 week early prevention program for families with children at risk or above healthy weight, encourages healthy eating and physical activity.Ages 7Y – 13Y: 10 week (20 sessions) program for fami-lies with children that are above a healthy weight.

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$40.00 Community Membership also required (Minimum age is 12. Anyone 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult.)

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Oakridge Real Estate UpdateLast 12 Months OakridgeMLS Real Estate Sale Price Update

Last 12 Months OakridgeMLS Real Estate Number of Listings Update

Average Asking Price Average Sold Price

July 2016 $550,000.00 $535,000.00

June 2016 $599,000.00 $597,000.00

May 2016 $0.00 $0.00

April 2016 $569,900.00 $549,900.00

March 2016 $642,300.00 $627,000.00

February 2016 $499,900.00 $500,000.00

January 2016 $506,200.00 $488,500.00

December 2015 $540,000.00 $532,250.00

November 2015 $0.00 $0.00

October 2015 $571,950.00 $562,500.00

September 2015 $759,894.00 $740,750.00

August 2015 $667,200.00 $650,000.00

No. New Properties No. Properties Sold

July 2016 5 5

June 2016 8 7

May 2016 8 0

April 2016 1 5

March 2016 6 4

February 2016 5 5

January 2016 9 6

December 2015 2 4

November 2015 8 0

October 2015 6 8

September 2015 7 2

April 2014 5 7

To view the specific SOLD Listings that comprise the above MLS averages please visit oakridge.great-news.ca


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a taste of autumn – Wine & Beer tasting and Silent auction fundraiserFriday, September 16, 2016; 6:30pm - 9:00pm Meadow Muse Pavilion, Bow Valley Ranch, Fish Creek Provincial ParkShow your support for one of Calgary’s most cherished green spaces by contributing to the Friends of Fish Creek’s conservation efforts here in Fish Creek Provin-cial Park. Celebrate over 20 years of community based environmental stewardship in Fish Creek Provincial Park by attending A Taste of Autumn. Bid on amazing silent auction items, enjoy a variety of delicious appetizers, sample beer and wine from local producers, and meet with Keynote Speaker Chris Fisher, ecologist and co-author of Birds of Alberta. Must be 18 years of age or older to purchase tickets. Sponsorship opportunities are available! To purchase tickets, contact the Friends of Fish Creek at 403-238-3841 or visit www.friendsoffishcreek.org/event/autumn.

autumn Birding CourseAutumn is a good time to begin birding. As the leaves drop off the trees, many of the smaller birds, which will be migrating, are much easier to see. All sessions are held in the great outdoors - in Fish Creek Provincial Park and other natural areas in Calgary. Outings are con-ducted by Gus Yaki, a lifelong naturalist who has birded around the world - and other experienced instructors. Each outing is approx. 2.5 hours. 15-week course starts

Aug 29. Registration required and fees apply. For course times and to register visit www.friendsoffishcreek.org/programs/birding-course.

Painting in fish Creek With the park as your backdrop, join the Friends in a restorative session of outdoor painting, facilitated by one of several experienced local artists. Three different classes are offered, all with a focus on acrylic media. Painting in the autumn Breeze: Sep. 14, 5:00 – 7:30 pm, Instructed by Sylvia ProchownikPaint What you See: Sep. 24, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm, In-structed by Jim PescottFor more info or to register for these or other Wellness programs, including Yoga, Qi Gong and Full Moon Medi-tations, visit: www.friendsoffishcreek.org/programs/wellness-clinics.

Geology on your doorstep: Exposed Rocks and fossils within an Hour’s drive from CalgaryThursday, September 22, 2016 7:00 pm - 8:00 pmPresented by Jon noad, Geological Consultant Calgary lies on the eastern edge of the Rocky Moun-tains, at the junction between very different geological settings. Fortunately, there are abundant rock outcrops that provide us with windows into the past. From these clues we can build the story of Calgary’s geological history, beginning more than 1.6 billion years ago and continuing to the present. In this presentation you will be introduced to arid deserts before life made its way onto land, to warm seas where thick limestones formed, and to a Mesozoic world where thick coals formed in swamps. Jon is an exploration geologist with 18 years of experience in the oil industry. He has worked for Shell and Husky, among others, and his work has brought it to the Middle East, South Africa, Borneo and Western Canada. for more information or to register visit www.friendsoffishcreek.org/event/geology.

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hearing loss differs from vision lossDr. Diane Fennell

As with the eye, the ear’s performance is affected by aging. However, bad vision gradually makes reading harder as the letters get smaller as in the chart below but hearing loss is different. In hearing impairment some sounds in a word may be heard clearly but other sounds particularly consonants may not, causing over-all speech to sound ‘muffled’ or unclear. Hearing loss can make certain syllables and sounds harder to hear. For example, high-pitched consonants like f, s, th, c, st and t are easily drowned out by louder, low-pitched vowels like a, o and u. This results in a person with hear-ing loss complaining that they can hear others are talk-ing, but not what they are saying. They can hear but do not always understand particularly in noise. Listening with an untreated hearing loss can be compared to Swiss cheese; there are ‘holes’ in the conversation.

Hearing Loss vs. visual impairment

Hearing loss usually begins unnoticed. On average, peo-ple with hearing loss wait almost 10 years before they do something about it. Too few people make a timely decision to take active steps to recover their hearing and increase their quality of life.

Studies show that as people lose their hearing, they are more prone to depression; they withdraw socially and communicate less with family and friends. This comes as no surprise – after all, you can’t participate in conversa-tion if you can’t hear or understand what’s being said!

Sources: www.cubex.co.uk/your-hearing; www.oticon.global/hearing

Hearing LossNormal Hearing visual impairment

These ads are free to children 16 years of age and under who would like to advertise in the Echo. Ads are placed for a 3-month period. The cut-off date is 5:00pm the 15th day of the month prior to the publication month. Please contact Emily at 403-801-3786 or email at [email protected].

14-year-old babysitter available most weekends and nights. Can also do chores and/or tutor. Red Cross certified. Contact at [email protected].

Going somewhere? If you need help with your pets, you’ve come to the right place. I am 12 years old and own a cat myself. I am available anytime over this summer. I charge $5 a visit for cat or dog. For more information, email me at [email protected].

Babysitting service: Mature 12-year-old with certi-fication available in Palliser, Pump Hill and Oakridge. Please call Justin at 403-966-3939 or emaill at [email protected].

vacation pet-sitting service: Mature 10-year-old – loves cats, birds, plants – available for Palliser, Pump Hill and Oakridge neighborhoods. Please call Caroline at 403-966-3939 or email at [email protected].

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in & arOundCalgaryalberta health services emsBack to School safetyAlberta Health Services EMS would like to remind par-ents and children about a few road safety tips, as streets become more congested, with the return of the school year. Pedestrians and motorists both have an important role to play – road safety is a shared responsibility.

Motorists•Avoidtalkingonacellphone,texting,oranyotherbe-

haviour that diverts your attention away from driving;•Give right-of-way topedestrianswhohave activated

overhead crossing lights, or who are waiting to cross from a street corner;

•Remember, it is illegal to pass vehicles - other thanthose that are parked - in school, or playground zones, during posted hours.

around school buses•Flashingamberlightsmeanabusisslowingdownto

stop – motorists should do likewise; •Nomatterwhichdirectionyouarecomingfrom,STOP,

when approaching a school bus with activated flash-ing red lights – unless the bus is on the opposite side of a divided highway from you;

•Drivercourtesygoesalongway.Bysimplybeingalertand cautious when approaching a school bus, you are contributing to school bus safety.

Pedestrians•Crossonlyatmarkedcrosswalks,orstreetcornersthat

have clear visibility from all directions; •Whenactivatingoverheadcrossing lights,pauseand

make eye contact with all drivers before stepping off the curb. This is to ensure that motorists in both direc-tions have seen you and come to a complete stop;

•Staywithin thecrosswalk linesuntil fullyclearof theroadway;

•Obeypedestrianlightsatintersections.Crossthestreetonly when you see the “walk” sign and only when all vehicles have come to a complete stop;

•Ifyouarewithyoungchildren,orpets,holdyourchild’shand firmly and keep a solid grip on leashes when crossing;

•Remember: children learn by observing. By demon-strating safe crossing habits, you can reduce the chan-ces of your child being involved in a preventable auto/pedestrian collision.

Graffiti vandalismA message from the Federation of Calgary Communities Building Safe Communities Program

Graffiti vandalism is figures, letters, drawings or stick-ers applied, scribbled, scratched, etched, sprayed or attached on or to the surface of any premises, struc-ture, or other property. It can be done by a variety of methods including spray paint, markers, etching and pens to name a few. Graffiti done without the owner’s permission is vandalism and is a crime carrying serious consequences. Most graffiti vandalism IS not gang re-lated, but if graffiti vandalism is left unchecked, other criminal activities may begin to start in the area as the perception of the community is that no one cares or is taking care of the area. Graffiti vandalism needs to be reported to 311. If graffiti vandalism is not removed quickly, this inaction may be interpreted as a sign of low neighbourhood pride, and graffiti vandalism will spread to other buildings, streets and properties.

What to do:1. Record the graffiti vandalism by taking a photograph

(if possible) of the damage2. note the location3. Report the graffiti by calling 311 4. Remove the graffiti if it is on your property or with permis-

sion of the property owner. The longer it is left for viewing the more likely other graffiti will appear in the area.

Please visit www.graffitifreecalgary.ca for more informa-tion on graffiti vandalism and how you can make a dif-ference in your community to address graffiti vandalism. Special thanks to the Calgary Police Service Graffiti Co-ordinator Constable Dave Ladic for input in this article.

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Another summer has come and gone. I hope you en-joyed all it had to offer in and around our city. The City of Calgary and our Community Associations held many great events to get out moving and socializing like the Canada Day celebrations in the downtown, Stampede breakfasts, festivals, and mobile skateparks.

Council is back in session after the August break, along with all Councillor appointments to special commit-tees. I’m involved in many facets of City and partner functions, and I love these opportunities to work with great organizations and make positive changes. Here’s a bit about what I have been and will be up to. I sit on two Standing Policy Committees: on Community and Protective Services, and on Transportation and Transit. I also serve on Audit Committee and the Intergovern-mental Affairs Committee.

I am on the board of Attainable Homes Calgary Corpo-ration (AHCC), Calgary Housing Company (CHC), and the Calgary Homeless Foundation (CHF). These three committees represent the continuum of ensuring Cal-gary’s citizens are able to address their housing needs. By helping to create strategies to get Calgarians into homes, stay sheltered if they face physical or financial hurdles, and move out of the system and into home ownership, I am able to recommend policy proposals which make sense within the larger picture.

My work on the boards of Family and Community Sup-port Services Association of Alberta (FCSSAA), and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) allows me to guide municipal policy development in conjunction with initiatives at the federal and provincial levels, and vice versa. FCSSAA meetings take me up to Edmonton once a month and FCM meetings take me all over Can-ada every few months to meet with colleagues in other Canadian municipalities. With FCM, I am the Chair of the Executive Committee, on the Governance Committee, part of the Prairies and Territories Regional Caucus, on the Standing Committee on Environmental Issues and Sustainable Development, the Chair of the network of

francophone municipalities, the Standing Committee on Increasing Women’s Participation in Municipal Gov-ernment, Chair of the Standing Committee on Social-Economic Development, on the national Municipal Energy Infrastructure Task Force and the Governance Representative for Haiti projects.

The City of Calgary is the sole shareholder of EnMAX (while the City “owns all the chips”, it doesn’t play them). In my role on the EnMAX Board of Directors, I am really excited about the future possibilities of electrical dis-tribution. EnMAX is a separate legal organization, and pays the City of Calgary dividends when able. I prefer that the City use these dividends for re-investment, such as into the EnMAX Legacy Parks Fund. This is the funding mechanism behind the Sandy Beach/River Park rehabilitation project.

I also act in an advisory capacity to the BiodiverCity Ad-visory Committee, the Climate Change Action Advisory and the national Zero Waste Council. Healthy native flora and fauna populations give our city increased re-silience in the face of climate change. Especially at the municipal level, it’s important to address waste, and the real cost of waste to both the municipality and our en-vironment.

I also serve on the Calgary Arts Development Authority board. Besides my past involvement in and love of the arts community, there is a real economic argument for the arts that we as a City need to support.

As we gear up for a busy fall, be sure to subscribe to your Ward 11 update at www.ward11calgary.ca to receive an email or two a month letting you know about important happenings in your community and city.


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Dear Constituents:

As we transition to autumn, I hope all of you were able to make the most of summer and get ready for the new school year and upcoming ventures. It was a great time for myself to do a self-reflection and I want to ask your-selves about the best possible ways I can best serve you as your MLA. I would be delighted to learn about how I can be the best I can be as the MLA representing you. Therefore, please contact me at the contact informa-tion provided to share your thoughts and suggestions. I look forward to having your feedback.

I, your MLA along with the government have been work-ing very hard to create jobs in Alberta and boost our province’s economy. The collapse in oil prices has caused economic pain and anxiety throughout the province. For this reason, in this newsletter I would like to share infor-mation about the alberta Jobs Plan in-depth.

alberta investor tax Credit: $90 Million for the new Alberta Investor Tax Credit provides a credit to those in-vesting in small-and-medium sized enterprises.

Capital investment tax Credit: $75 Million for this credit provides credits for the first-time acquisition of new or used property or spending in value-added ag-riculture, tourism infrastructure, culture, manufacturing and processing industries.

the Entrepreneurship incubator Program: It helps entrepreneurs and small and medium sized businesses bring their ideas to market.

Reduction in the Small Business income tax Rate: The income tax rate for small businesses have been re-duced from three percent to two percent and is effec-tive January 1, 2017.

the New alberta Child Benefit and Enhancements to the alberta family Employment tax Credit: This pro-vides approximately $340 Million in combined benefits to 199,000 families and will help children get a good start in life. Also, it helps Albertans in need get back on their feet and under this plan, 380,000 children will be better off.

the Climate Leadership Plan: Invests in public transit, energy efficiency, new cleaner electricity and continu-ous strong negotiations with provincial and federal part-ners to build new pipelines-The safest and most efficient way to deliver Alberta’s traditional energy products to new markets.

the alberta Jobs Plan also provides help for appren-tices to complete their training/work experience require-ments and supports the Training for Work Program. For further details on the Alberta Jobs Plan please check the website www.alberta.ca/alberta-jobs-plan.aspx as well as the website for Alberta Ministry of Economic Develop-ment and Trade at www.economic.alberta.ca.

The Government of Alberta could have chosen to make cuts during these rough times to the services people rely on but, it has chosen to support Albertans by creating jobs and investing in infrastructure.

the alberta Jobs Plan invests:•$3.5 Billion to build and modernize schools•$9 Billion in funding to municipalities•$900 Million to ensure Albertans live in affordable homes•$365 Million to continuing care

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Market Update as of August 16, 2016:Currently on the market there are:

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Housing demand is remaining low throughout the city, causing a decrease in home prices in some areas with significant inventory levels. In Oakridge, inventory has

remained around usual levels, but the number of sales has decreased slightly over the summer months. Within Oakridge, there continues to be strong interest in move in ready family

homes in the $600,000 - $750,000 price ranges.

124 Oakside Bay - Oakridge - Wow, 2500 sq family home located on a huge pie lot tucked on a quiet cul-de-dac in the heart of Oakridge. Complete with open concept eat in kitchen/family room overlooking park like backyard, large formal dining room, living room with stunning vaulted ceilings and hardwood floors flowing throughout the main level. This huge family home is complete with 5 bedrooms (3 upstairs) and tons of space for the growing family. Close to playgrounds, Glenmore Park, Louis Riel School and more. Call for details MLS# C4066274

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