OUR COMMUNITY NEEDS YOU - AGM THIS SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1

The Willowgrove University Heights Community Association Annual General Meeting (AGM) takes place this Sunday, November 1st at 2:00 pm at the Alice Turner Library Meeting Room.   This is an important opportunity for residents to get involved, learn more about the association’s work, and help shape the future of our community. As some of our long-serving volunteers prepare to step down, we encourage residents to consider joining the team and helping ensure our community programs and activities continue to thrive.

Our community is stronger, more vibrant, and more connected because of the many dedicated volunteers who generously give their time, energy, and talents to make Willowgrove University Heights such wonderful places to live.

From children’s sports and recreational programs to community events and neighbourhood initiatives, volunteers play an essential role in bringing families together, building friendships, and creating a strong sense of community.

I extend my sincere thanks to all the volunteers who have contributed so much over the years. Your commitment, hard work, and community spirit make a lasting difference, and your efforts are truly appreciated.

As new volunteers are needed to carry this important work forward, I encourage residents to consider getting involved. Whether you can contribute a few hours a month or take on a more active role, every contribution matters. Volunteering is a wonderful way to meet neighbours, share your skills, develop new ones, and help shape the future of our neighbourhood.

Please consider attending the AGM this Sunday, November 1st, and exploring how you can make a difference. By working together, we can help ensure the valuable programs, activities, and community connections we enjoy today continue for our children, families, and future generations.

Thank you to all our volunteers, past and present, for everything you do to make Willowgrove University Heights such a special place to call home. Our community is stronger because of you!

WISHING EVERYONE A SAFE AND HAPPY HALLOWEEN

As Halloween approaches, we wish everyone a fun-filled evening full of treats, laughter, and spooky surprises!

A friendly reminder to please slow down, stay alert, and watch carefully for excited little trick-or-treaters who may be crossing streets or darting between parked cars. Children can be caught up in the excitement, so a little extra patience and caution can go a long way in keeping everyone safe.

Whether you’re out trick-or-treating, handing out candy, or simply enjoying the Halloween festivities, let’s all do our part to make this a safe and memorable evening for everyone.

Wishing you and your families a spooktacular Halloween filled with fun, treats, and wonderful memories! 

Special thanks to all the organizations and community groups in Saskatoon for their special Halloween events!  Check out the events listed below!  

Stay safe and have a frightfully good time!

EVERYONE DESERVES ENJOYMENT THIS HALLOWEEN

The meaning behind the blue pumpkin:
A dark blue pumpkin signifies that a child holding it might be on the autism spectrum.
Did you know that a high percentage of children with autism are non verbal?

So if a child knocks on your door and holds up their blue pumpkin, know that there is a good chance they won’t say “trick or treat” or “thank you”. They deserve to enjoy Halloween like everyone else.

Have a safe and happy Halloween.  Please take extra care driving and watch for the excited children in our communities.  Slow down and watch for pedestrians. Parents, make sure your trick-or-treaters don't venture onto the roadway and put themselves at risk.

Halloween is an exciting day for children. The following is the safety tips provided by RCMP:

Parents and Guardians:

• Know who your children are going trick-or-treating with and when they plan to return home
• Remind children to stay in their neighbourhood
• Remind children of which houses they can go to for safety if they get scared
• Remind children to respect others’ property by staying off of lawns and gardens and avoiding houses with the lights off

Children and Teens:

• Do not go trick-or-treating alone; go with a trusted adult or a group
• Let your parents know where you are going and for how long
• Stay in your neighbourhood and know where trusted people live so you can go there if you get scared
• Do not visit houses with the lights off
• Cross the street at marked crosswalks and intersections
• Wait for an adult to inspect your candy before eating it
• Only eat things that are in unopened wrappers
• When you get home, keep your treats in a safe spot, away from small children and pets.

Motorists:

• Drive slowly, especially in residential areas
• Approach intersections with extreme caution
• Limit distractions in your vehicle in case you need to react quickly
• If possible, avoid driving through subdivisions and areas full of trick-or-treaters

Costume Tips:

• Wear light coloured or bright costumes, reflective tape and arm bands to increase visibility
• Wear properly fitted costumes and appropriate footwear to reduce your chance of slipping and falling
• Vision can be obstructed by masks. Wear makeup instead or make sure the mask has big enough eye openings to see clearly
• Dress for the weather conditions. Wear layers underneath your costume if temperatures are cold.

Happy Halloween, and keep safe.

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