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City of Calgary Retiree Luncheon — April 2nd at Noon
City of Calgary Retirees Fellowship
THURSDAY APRIL 2nd 2026 luncheon
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING & ELECTIONS
Program starts at 11:30 a.m.
The deadline to respond is NOON MONDAY MARCH 30th
CHECK OUT OUR NEW DISCOUNTED LUNCHEON PRICE!!!!
Please reply to this email with either a “Yes” or “No” whether you are going to attend the luncheon or not and include your first and last name.
If you are UNABLE TO ATTEND THE LUNCHEON after saying you will be attending, please phone Alanna Hargan at (403)669-3793 no later than the morning of the luncheon to avoid payment.
Note: this email is not monitored the day of the luncheon.
WIN A FREE LUNCH!!!
We will be doing FOUR draws for a FREE LUNCH after the elections!!
LUNCHEON DETAILS:
Date Thursday April 2nd, 2026
Location Best Western Port O’Call hotel
1935 McKnight Blvd. NE (in Lower Level – Strathmore 1&2)
Time **The Annual General meeting will commence at 11:30 a.m.
** PLEASE NOTE: This is our Annual General Meeting and Elections. We will start at 11:30 for the annual general meeting; then break for lunch; then elections will take place after lunch.
Lunch Buffet Artisan Buns, Italian Wedding Soup, 2 Salads (Chef’s choice), Ricotta and Spinach Manicotti, Chicken Scallopini, Mashed Potatoes with Gravy, Seasonal Vegetables, Assorted Desserts (2 Pieces per Person), Freshly Brewed Coffee, Regular & Decaf, Selection of Teas
Member Lunch $30.00 Members Only price subsidy!
Guest lunch $35.00
Membership cost $10.00 for half the year (January 1 to August 31)
For any new member, the cost for half the year is now $10.00 per person (cash, cheque, or e-transfer) as our membership year is from August 31 to September 1.
If you choose to do an E-transfer, send it to cofcretireestreas@gmail.com but you must submit this prior to the day of the lunch.
Annual General meeting and elections:
In accordance with our bylaws, a separate email will be sent out with details about the AGM and elections, including the proposed bylaw changes that will be presented for a vote at this luncheon.
Following the elections, join us for FREE BINGO with PRIZES up for grabs!!
UPCOMING LUNCHEON DATES:
May 7
June 4
July TBD picnic
CUPE 38 BANQUET SATURDAY APRIL 18:
CUPE Local 38 holds an annual banquet to recognize members who have retired during the past year. CUPE 38 has set aside some tickets for our Retirees members to attend this year’s banquet.
If you are interested, the cost is $35.00 per person. The banquet location has changed. It is being held at the Palliser Hotel this year.
For payment and tickets please contact Kim Jaedicke kimjaedicke@gmail.com
SOCIAL COMMITTEE EVENTS:
APRIL: Wednesday April 22
A fun 5-Pin BOWLING event
Where: SPLITSVILLE at Glamorgan Shopping Centre,
3919 Richmond Rd SW, front entrance downstairs
When: APRIL 22 @ 1pm
Cost: $20.00 per person (payment required at sign up)
E-Transfer payment to
Bowl up to 2 hours (approx 2 games) followed by some extra fun if you so choose in the arcade. Wear your own clean shoes. The CoC Retirees Fellowship will also offer free nachos and a coffee, tea, or soft drink. You can purchase additional food and spirits or non-alcoholic drinks.
A limited number of lanes are available so be sure to sign up asap
Contact hdrougge@gmail.com or deblinley@shaw.ca for more information or questions
MAY: STAY TUNED FOR ANOTHER FUN EVENT BEING PLANNED!!!
JUNE: TBD – last year’s outing was so much fun — we’re going to do it again!!! Watch for upcoming details about an outing to:
JULY: City of Calgary Retirees Fellowship Annual Picnic
Date: TBD
NEW LOCATION: *** LAKE BONAVISTA (at the lake)
We look forward to seeing everyone at this luncheon!
Anyone wishing to unsubscribe to these emails, should send an email to cocretireescommundirector@gmail.com and on the Subject line, type in UNSUBSCRIBE.
Thanks,
Debby Linley, Communications Director
Next General Membership Meeting is April 28, 2026
Join us for our next General Membership meeting on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.
Reach out to President Frank for the invite.
Next Local 709 General Membership Meeting — Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Join us for our next General Membership Meeting at 7PM on Tuesday, March 24th.
Please email or call President Frank for an online invite.
City of Calgary Retiree Luncheon — March 5, 2026
City of Calgary Retirees Fellowship
THURSDAY MARCH 5TH 2026 luncheon
The deadline to respond is NOON MONDAY MARCH 2nd
Please reply to this email with either a “Yes” or “No” whether you are going to attend the luncheon or not and include your first and last name.
If you are UNABLE TO ATTEND THE LUNCHEON after saying you will be attending, please phone Alanna Hargan at (403)669-3793 no later than the morning of the luncheon to avoid payment.
Note: this email is not monitored the day of the luncheon.
LUNCHEON DETAILS:
Date Thursday March 5th, 2026
Location Best Western Port O’Call hotel
1935 McKnight Blvd. NE (in Lower Level – Strathmore 1&2)
Time 10:30 – 11:45 Check-in
11:45 coffee (regular & decaf) and tea available
12:00 noon Buffet lunch served
Lunch Buffet Artisan Buns
Butternut Squash Bisque
2 Salads (Chef’s choice)
Tuscan Style Penne Pasta, Tomatoes, Basil, Olive Oil
Garlic and Herb Roasted Chicken
Roasted Potatoes
Seasonal Vegetables
Assorted Desserts (2 Pieces per Person)
Freshly Brewed Coffee, Regular & Decaf, Selection of Teas
Member Lunch $35.00
Guest lunch $35.00
Membership cost $10.00 for half the year (January 1 to August 31)
If you have not purchased or renewed your membership for the 2025/2026 membership year, our membership cost is just $10.00 for half the year (our membership year runs from September 1 to August 31). Memberships are available at the check-in table at our luncheons. Please bring cash or a cheque ($35.00 lunch plus $10.00 membership = $45.00)
E-transfer is available, but you must submit this prior to the day of the lunch. E-transfer to cofcretireestreas@gmail.com
Guest speaker We are pleased to once again welcome the City’s Recreation Department to our luncheon where they will lead us in a ‘Sit and Be Fit’ gentle fitness program. Please plan on wearing comfy clothes so you can enjoy and participate in this fun and energizing activity.
Note: The Level 1 program is a slow-paced program focused on functional movements, posture, alignment, mobility, stability and stretching. Primarily a seated class.
UPCOMING LUNCHEON DATES:
April 2 (AGM & elections) **
May 7
June 4
July TBD picnic
**April luncheon: Annual General meeting and elections:
Attached is a copy of our bylaws with the PROPOSED CHANGES.
Please review these changes as they will be voted on at our APRIL AGM.
Please consider letting your name stand for a position on the Board. Serving is both rewarding and a wonderful way to connect with fellow members of our organization. The time commitment for each role is minimal.
We will be doing two draws for a FREE LUNCH after the elections!!
We will have FREE BINGO after the elections with PRIZES!!!
CUPE 38 BANQUET: SATURDAY APRIL 18:
CUPE Local 38 holds an annual banquet to recognize members who have retired during the past year. CUPE 38 has set aside some tickets for our Retirees members to attend this year’s banquet.
If you are interested, the cost is $35.00 per person. The banquet location has changed. It is being held at the Palliser Hotel this year.
For payment and tickets please contact Kim Jaedicke kimjaedicke@gmail.com
SOCIAL COMMITTEE EVENTS:
MARCH: Wednesday March 18
Glenmore Inn Garden Court restaurant “Almost St Paddy’s day” Meet & Greet lunch get together.
Location: 1000 Glenmore Court SE
Cost: $20.00/person lunch buffet
Time: 12:00 start time
See Diana (or any member of our Social club) to get on the reservation list.
APRIL: Wednesday April 22
The COC RETIREES FELLOWSHIP is sponsoring a fun 5-Pin BOWLING event
Where: SPLITSVILLE at Glamorgan Shopping Centre
3919 Richmond Rd SW, front entrance downstairs
When: APRIL 22 @ 1pm
Cost: $20.00 per person (payment required at sign up)
Bowl up to 2 hours (2 games) followed by some extra fun if you so choose in the arcade.
Wear your own clean shoes.
The CoC Retirees Fellowship will also offer free nachos and a coffee, tea or soft drink. You can purchase additional food and spirits or non-alcoholic drinks.
(a limited number of lanes are available so be sure to sign up asap)
E-Transfer payment to cofcretireestreas@gmail.com
Contact hdrougge@gmail.com or deblinley@shaw.ca for more information or questions
MAY: STAY TUNED FOR AN FUN EVENT BEING PLANNED!!!
JUNE: DATE: TBD – watch for upcoming information about another exciting outing to:
JULY: CoC Retirees Fellowship Annual Picnic
Date: TBD
NEW LOCATION*** Lake Bonavista (at the lake)
FACEBOOK SITE:
Stay connected through our City of Calgary Retirees Fellowship private Facebook group, where we post details about upcoming luncheons and events, along with photos from past celebrations. To join, please contact Kim Jaedicke at: kimjaedicke@gmail.com
We look forward to seeing everyone at this luncheon!
Anyone wishing to unsubscribe to these emails, should send an email to cocretireescommundirector@gmail.com and on the Subject line, type in UNSUBSCRIBE.
Thanks,
Debby Linley, Communications Director
City of Calgary Retiree Luncheon — February 5, 2026
City of Calgary Retirees Fellowship
THURSDAY FEBRUARY 5th** 2026 luncheon
The deadline to respond is NOON MONDAY FEBRUARY 2nd
Please reply to this email with either a “Yes” or “No” whether you are going to attend the luncheon or not and include your first and last name.
If you are UNABLE TO ATTEND THE LUNCHEON after saying you will be attending, please phone Alanna Hargan at (403)669-3793 no later than the morning of the luncheon to avoid payment. Note: this email is not monitored the day of the luncheon.
LUNCHEON DETAILS:
Date Thursday February 5th, 2026
Location Best Western Port O’Call hotel
1935 McKnight Blvd. NE (in Lower Level – Strathmore 1&2)
Time 10:30 – 11:45 Check-in
11:45 coffee (regular & decaf) and tea available
12:00 noon Buffet lunch served
Lunch Buffet Artisan Buns
Minestrone Soup
2 Salads (Chef’s choice)
Cheese Tortellini in Pesto Olive Oil
Beef Stroganoff
Vegetable Rice Pilaf
Seasonal Vegetables
Assorted Desserts
Freshly Brewed Coffee, Regular & Decaf, Selection of Teas
Member Lunch $35.00
Guest lunch $35.00
Membership cost $10.00 for half the year (January 1 to August 31)
If you have not purchased or renewed your membership for the 2025/2026 membership year, our membership cost is just $10.00 for half the year (our membership year runs from September 1 to August 31). Memberships are available at the check-in table at our luncheons. Please bring cash or a cheque ($35.00 lunch plus $10.00 membership = $45.00) E-transfer is available, but you must submit this prior to the day of the lunch. E-transfer to cofcretireestreas@gmail.com
Guest speakers Christine Bednarek and Elizabeth Graves – these guest speakers are certified Older Adult fitness instructors with additional balance and falls prevention training. They will lead us in a discussion about the fall prevention program called “Move N Mingle Fall Risk Management”. This program focuses on helping individuals remain independent and reducing the risk of falling. Christine brings many years of experience working in the fitness industry, and a passion for helping seniors remain independent, through active aging. And Liz brings energy, expertise, and a deep commitment to empowering seniors to live their best lives.
UPCOMING LUNCHEON DATES:
March 5
April 2 (AGM & elections)
May 7
June 4
July TBD picnic
SOCIAL COMMITTEE EVENTS:
JANUARY: Wednesday January 28th
BINGO OUTING at FIVE STAR PUB & BINGO
(4980 25th Street SE, Calgary)
11:00 a.m.
Event is free to sign-up; food, beverages and Bingo are pay-as-you-go.
SIGN UP NOW!! ONLY A FEW RESERVED SPACES AVAILABLE!!
Email: cocretireescommundirector@gmail.com BY noon JAN 26 to reserve your spot.
FEBRUARY: Tuesday February 10th JUBILATIONS **SOLD OUT**
MARCH: Wednesday March 18
STAY TUNED FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THIS FUN EVENT!!!
APRIL: date tbd – stay tuned for more information about this event!!
AND….. watch for upcoming information about another exciting outing to:
FACEBOOK SITE:
And don’t forget to join our private City of Calgary Retirees Fellowship Facebook group where you can stay up to date on our luncheons and activities. To join, contact Kim Jaedicke at: kimjaedicke@gmail.com
We look forward to seeing everyone at this luncheon!
Anyone wishing to unsubscribe to these emails, should send an email to cocretireescommundirector@gmail.com and on the Subject line, type in UNSUBSCRIBE.
Thanks,
Debby Linley, Communications Director
Longtime Local 709 Foreman Retires
Here is Ken Kenzie getting his L709 Retirement Cheque. Good Luck with your future endeavours Ken!
Local 709 Christmas Party
Fun was had by all at our SOLD OUT Christmas Party at the Sheraton this year. See you all again next year ! Season Greetings !
Scholarship Winner Hayden Graham with President Frank
Scholarship Double Winner Felipe Ortiz with President Frank
Members having fun !
Local 709 2024-2026 Collective Agreement
Click link below for our latest Collective Agreement