Michelle Whitten

Every year, our Community Cleanup gives residents the perfect excuse to finally part ways with those mysterious, questionable, and why‑did‑I‑ever‑own‑this items hiding in basements and garages. This time, Discovery Ridge Community Association is joining forces with the Signal Hill Community Association and the Springbank Hill Community Association for a full‑blown mega‑cleanup event.

Are you wondering what you can and cannot dispose of? Find all the details you need here.

If you can’t make our event on June 13 — simply check the Calgary cleanup listings at calgary.ca/cleanups to find a location that fits your schedule.

A bit of bad news: Our partner communities already have more volunteers signed up than we do. We cannot let that stand. Discovery Ridge pride is on the line. Let’s step up and fill the 15 slots we are asked to do.  We’re asking for just 2 hours of your time. Two! That’s less time than it takes to find your keys when you’re already late. Click the Sign Up to Volunteer button on this page and help us reclaim our rightful volunteer glory. 

It’s the time of year when bear activity tends to increase. Please remember that we can do our part to help protect wildlife and our special community. Consider the best practice of storing your bins in your garage or other secured enclosure, if you do not already do so, and keep them secured until the morning of pick up.

The City’s Spring Clean-up program, or street sweeping, removes debris and leftover materials from winter on the roadway. The program begins in mid-April (weather permitting) and runs through June, with community sweeping happening Monday through Fridays, between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Street cleaning is scheduled for Discovery Ridge on May 4. If you’d like a reminder, sign up for e-mail or text notifications.

City crews will put up signs with “No Parking” symbols a few days earlier at specific locations around the community. These signs are verified by Calgary Parking, which helps enforce the ban. Community parking bans occur Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Any vehicle that has not been removed from the street during the ban is subject to a ticket. Calgary Parking uses camera vehicles for enforcement, and tickets will arrive through the mail. In certain areas, vehicles may also be subject to towing if the “No Parking” signs are placed along the roadway. These signs will be placed at least a minimum of 24 hours prior to street sweeping.

The City of Calgary’s Discovery Ridge Dam project will have an impact on all Discovery Ridge residents. We strongly encourage everyone to take a moment to learn what is being planned and what it could mean for our community. Your voice matters. Please make time to attend the May 13 engagement session or take the online survey (starting May 4) to stay informed and involved.

For more information, see the City of Calgary’s Discovery Ridge Dam Safety page.

Spring is Here!  I sure hope I am not being too bold 

As the season finally shifts and we (reluctantly) tuck away our winter gear, excitement is building for tennis, pickleball, and all the great activities our neighbourhood offers. It’s the perfect time to get outside and enjoy the space we share.
 
Tennis Courts

The tennis courts are now open for the season. You may have heard about the upcoming gate locks that will help ensure Discovery Ridge members can access the courts when they want to play. Here’s what to expect:

Pickleball & More

Pickleball nets will be installed as soon as time allows. A quick reminder that our recreation facility is maintained entirely by volunteers — your neighbours — and we truly appreciate your patience as we get everything ready for spring.

So dig out those rackets and paddles. Fun games are just around the corner.

Wildwood Community Association
4411 Spruce Dr SW
Calgary, AB
Thursday, April 30  •  6 PM – 8 PM

Join Ward 6 for an informative community conversation with the Calgary Police Service, including Chief Katie McLellan, local Inspectors, and Community Resource Officers. This is your opportunity to hear directly from police leadership, learn about current priorities and trends, and ask questions about safety in your community.

Residents will have the chance to ask questions, raise concerns, and engage in a respectful solutions-focused conversation about safety, policing, and community well-being. Whether you’re looking for updates, want to share feedback, or simply stay informed, this session is designed to foster an open dialogue and conversation. Register now.

🚛 Heads up! Weekly green cart collection starts this Wednesday.

✔️ Blue & Green carts will be picked up every week
✔️ Black carts will continue to be picked up every other week

Did you know the City offers free reminders for your blue, black, and green cart pick-up days? Sign up and get notified when it’s time to put your carts out!

When you register, you’ll get:

Signing up is easy:

Option 1: Visit calgary.ca/reminders:

Option 2: Download the Garbage Day App:

♻️ Never miss another cart collection day!