SACL Dec 2025 E-Newsletter
What’s new in Spruce Avenue December 22025
Spruce Avenue Community League updates
Spruce Avenue Christmas Market
December 13, 2025
Spruce Avenue Community League
11 am to 4 pm
Come down to our final market before the holidays! Shop local and support artisans by getting your holiday shopping done. Good food, crafts and much more to explore!
There will be raffled Gift Baskets available so you won’t want to miss it!
Jingle Jammin’ Dec 19
Christmas Carolling and Winter Fun at Jingle Jammin'
Hosted by Arts on The Ave
Don't miss the excitement! Come to this festive gathering featuring kids' crafts, street hockey, horse & wagon rides, a special visit from Santa, and a complimentary chilli dinner with both meat and veggie options! Join us for carolling, holiday movies, and more after dinner.
Location: Spruce Avenue Community League - 11507 103 ST NW
Event Time: 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Spruce Avenue Community Ice Rink Hours 2025/26
Sunday 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Monday 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Tuesday 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Wednesday Rink closed for public skating
Thursday 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Friday 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Saturday 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Shinny hockey bookings call Henry at 780-499-2646
Helmets and Skates are available for your use.
Rink will open weather permitting. Closed with wind chill of -20 and greater.
Hockey sticks and pucks are not allowed on the ice during public skate times.
ODR Core-Free Learn to Skate Program
Outdoor skating program at Delton, Parkdale-Cromdale and Spruce Avenue rinks.
All skill levels welcome
Ages 6-12
Spruce Avenue- Wednesday evenings, still available.
Limited spots register now.
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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Hon. Eleanor Olszewski
In the neighbourhood...
Low Impact Development (LID) update
Near the school and community league a Low Impact Development project was started to help manage the rainwater (learn more on Epcor’s website
The planned underground work has been completed. However, due to current weather conditions, the planting component of the project has been deferred and will be completed next spring when conditions are suitable.
For safety during the winter months, the area will be fully fenced off to protect pedestrians.
Temporary asphalt in the sidewalk area directly in front of the construction site has been installed. This temporary asphalt will be removed in the spring, and a final concrete pour will be completed to restore the sidewalk.
The contractor will inspect the site weekly throughout the winter to ensure the security and integrity of the fencing.
LID Construction area
118 Avenue Traffic Speed
Alberta Avenue is exploring pushing for a reduction in traffic speed on 118 avenue from 50 km/hr to 40km/hr from 82 street to 106 street.
118 Avenue is quite congested, with people getting in out of parked cars and all-too-often crossing at mid-block, particularly where the streets to the south and north of 118 Avenue don't line up very well. As a result, this stretch of roadway can be quite hazardous and has seen more than its share of accidents.
In many respects this area is similar to Whyte Avenue or Jasper Avenue, where the traffic speed has already been reduced to 40 km/hr. It's odd that it didn't happen here at the same time.
We would very much like to hear what Spruce Avenue Residents have to say as well.
Email: civicsdirector@spruceavenuecommunity.com with any feedback or thoughts on the matter.
NiGiNan Housing Ventures- Spruce Avenue Site
The Community League continues to be in discussion with the providers planned for the corner of 106 street and 112 avenue site and are trying to arrange an information session for neighbours. There is no update yet, but you can stay informed on the City of Edmonton Website
Harvest Fest 2025
Harvest Fest was on September 20, 2025; Edmonton’s Community League Day. This year we had special guests from the Oilers Entertainment Group who played hockey with youth from the community. Even Hunter was out on the new rink. They made sure to leave us with lots of goodies like handmade bracelets, temporary tattoos, and other Oilers swag. Special thanks to RONA for donating the material to upgrade the rink boards and to Stanley Construction for providing the labor. This rink serves people from several communities including the youth that use our free rink program. It was nice to hear from our MLA David Shepherd as well as a treasured community member Henry
. Aside from hockey we had two large bouncy castles as well as delicious ice cream from White Rabbit Ice Cream. Special thanks to Norwood Dental for handing out treats for our teeth such as dental goody bags and information on finding a dentist in our community. It was nice to share a lunch prepared by our neighbors and board members of taco in a bag. We want to come back bigger and better next year. Be sure to check out the gallery for photos from the event.
Easter Celebration
It all begins with an idea.
Spring Fun at the Spruce Avenue Easter Celebration!
What an incredible turnout for our Easter Celebration at Spruce Avenue Community League! We were absolutely blown away by the number of families, neighbors, and students who came out to join the fun—so much so that all of our Easter eggs were scooped up within the first hour!
From the smiles at the face painting station to the giggles in the petting zoo, the joy was everywhere. Kids (and a few adults!) enjoyed golf cart rides around the grounds, and our local vendors brought amazing energy and community spirit to the day.
It was truly heartwarming to see our community come together—connecting with familiar faces and welcoming new ones. Events like this remind us why we love being part of Spruce Avenue.
Thank you to everyone who attended, volunteered, and supported the event. We’re already looking forward to planning more gatherings to keep the community spirit going strong. Stay tuned!