SACL March 2026 E-Newsletter
Spruce Avenue Community League updates
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Easter in Spruce Avenue
Join us April 4 for some Easter fun! Last year was a blast and we’re doing it again this year! We will have a Market in the hall and and Easter Egg hunt for the young ones. For more information Contact Tammy Grant (hall@spruceavenuecommunity.com)
Community Garden Update
Exciting things are growing in Spruce Avenue!
Planning is underway for a refreshed community garden that will provide residents with a shared space to grow fresh produce, connect with neighbours, and enjoy the outdoors.
Site preparation is expected to begin this spring, and we’ll be sharing opportunities to get involved—whether through volunteering or reserving a plot. Stay tuned for more details!
SACL Annual Garage Sale
Spruce Avenue will be holding it’s annual community garage sale again this year.
May 8 from 12 pm- 7pm
May 9 from 9 am - 5 PM
If you are interested in renting a table please call Verna at 780-479-8019.
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Hello SACL members:
We are excited to share that 2026 is the 75th Anniversary of our community league!
Preparations are starting about how we might wish to celebrate this major milestone for the community, including possible programs, events or hall projects.
If you are interested in sharing your ideas and your volunteer time/talents in organizing and delivering project ideas, please connect with SACL's Secretary, Wesley at secretary@spruceavenuecommunity.com. We invite you to join our next monthly meeting on Thursday Mar 19th at 7:30pm (email us for the meeting invite!).
Even if you can't attend the meeting, we'd love to hear from you and understand how you could get involved! -- Remember that all SACL operations and programs are 100% volunteer powered. We need YOU to help Spruce Ave celebrate our big #75!
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The Spruce Avenue Community League Board would like to extend a special thank you to Hockey Alberta for their generous donation of $5,000.00 from the ‘Every Kid Every Community Grant Fund’. This has made it possible to continue the Outdoor Rink Learn to Skate Program (ODR-Core) at the Spruce Avenue Community Rink.
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The 12th annual community history Jane's Walk in Spruce Ave will be held Friday, May 1st at 7pm. Join us to officially kick-off our league's 75th anniversary celebrations. Stay tuned to our website and social media for sign-up information.
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Bingo is 6-8 at the hall. Next one is May 29
ARCH Madness
Spruce Avenue School is in the latest edition of ARCH MADNESS - an Instagram tradition by @dan.unsupervised.
Unfortunately the school is listed for an unfortunate reason, this years theme is: Arch Madness 2026 - The Most Threatened Edition.
From the Instagram post (click on the picture for the original)
16 of Edmonton's most iconic threatened historic landmarks, you must decide - by popular vote - which is the most threatened, most culturally significant, most reusable, most architecturally distinct, and most worthy of saving.
This year, you have to answer a nearly unanswerable question: if you could only save one of these historic landmarks, which one would you save? Easy, right?
The futures of these historic landmarks are very much uncertain and time is running out. Who gets saved and who gets smushed? Which building are you chaining yourself to when the excavator comes rolling?
Now, of course, we should save them all, and they can all be saved. It's not all doom and gloom, but the challenges are piling up. We'll explore how and why these landmarks can be rehabilitated and reused as both vibrant and viable parts of our community for years to come.
Arch Madness 2026 has been made possible with support from @yegheritage and from viewers like you.
Choose your favourites, set your notifications, and make your predictions. Let your votes send a message about historic architecture that matters to you and to Edmonton.
Voting begins Saturday, March 7 on Dan’s Instagram in daily polls posted in stories! Make sure you vote!
Sports Opportunities near us:
From our Elected Officials:
In the neighbourhood...
Upcoming Board Meetings
Join us for an upcoming Board meeting and have your voice heard.
Mar 24, 2026: 7:00-9:00 pm
Apr 28, 2026: 7:00-9:00 pm
May 26, 2026: 7:00-9:00 pm
Spruce Avenue School Replacement
Neighbours may have received a Development Permit Notice for the School. They had sent one out for a variance. This indicates that the project it underway. Looking at the Government of Alberta’s website Thre hasn’t been much movement. To stay informed check regularly at:
Major Projects- Replacement of 7-9 Spruce Avenue School
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
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The Chamber of Commerce has partnered with Prospect Human Resources to connect you with your next career opportunity. Join us on Tuesday, March 24th from 3:00pm - 6:00pm at the Polish Hall (10960 104 St NW, Edmonton to connect with local employers who are actively hiring.
Admission is free! All you need to bring is your resume and a positive attitude.
March 24 | 3:00 PM
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The Edmonton Chamber is proud to partner with Business Link Alberta for a full-day forum designed to support newcomers in Edmonton who are exploring entrepreneurship and self-employment. This event is designed to offer practical learning and direct connections to community resources to help new Albertans succeed in business.
March 19 | 11:00 AM
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