Inclusion Awards FAQ 2016

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The 21st annual Inclusion Awards ceremony is only three weeks away! In order to ensure that the evening runs as smoothly as possible, we’ve put together a list of some of the most frequently asked questions. Feel free to ask any other event-related questions in the comments box at the end!

Invitation for the 21st annual Inclusion Awards.
Invitation for the 21st annual Inclusion Awards.

When is the event?

The 21st annual Inclusion Awards will be held on Thursday, September 22.

What time does it start?

Guests are invited to arrive any time after 5:30 to enjoy our live entertainment. The program will begin at 6:45 p.m.; for this reason, we ask that you arrive no later than 6:30 p.m.

How long is the event?

The event runs an average of two and a half to three hours.

What should I wear?

The dress-code for this event is business-casual. Please, no jeans.

What is the theme this year?

This year’s theme is “By the Sea.” Think Atlantic Canada!

Will there be food?

Yes! Guests are treated to a delicious three course meal.

What if I have an allergy?

If you have a food allergy, please notify us as soon as possible via e-mail.

Will there be alcohol?

Yes. There will be a cash bar if you desire a beverage with alcohol. Water, juice, coffee, and tea will be provided free of charge.

Are kids allowed?

The event is open to guests of all ages, provided that they have reserved a ticket online.

I was nominated for an award. Do I have to do anything special?

We ask that all nominees (and their guests) choose a seat in the first three rows, to ensure quick access to the stage if they are chosen as an award winner.

Will there be a photo booth again this year?

Yes! We are pleased to provide a fun seaside-themed photo booth for the event! There will also be a 50/50 draw, silent auction, and door prizes.

How do I get to the Glenmore Inn?

The Glenmore Inn is easily accessible by car at 2720 Glenmore Trail SE. If you will be arriving by transit, routes 73 and 302 will also bring you to the hotel. Click here to see the Glenmore Inn on Google Maps.

everyone belongs™ Movie in the Park

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On Friday, September 9, you’re invited to the everyone belongs™ Movie in the Park! This free, family-friendly event will be hosted at the Rutland Park Community Centre (3130 40 Ave SW), in the field beside the skating rink. Each year, we feature a short film from the Picture This… Film Festival, and then a full-length favourite (“Finding Nemo”) that the whole family will be sure to love. Our movie night starts at 7:45 p.m. Remember that this is an outdoor event, so we encourage you to bring chairs, blankets, and to dress for the weather.

Outdoor Movie 2015

Flapjack Flipping Fun

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Yahoo! Thursday, July 14 was the DDRC’s annual Stampede Breakfast, and we had a rootin’-tootin’ good time!

We are excited to say that we served 800 breakfasts, and raised more than $1,000 thanks to the generosity of our wonderful guests! Chickweed, a great local band, had people up and dancing during the entire event. Everyone was excited to see the Stampede Queen and Princesses, the Stampede Indian Princess, and Star the pony and Diane from Horses R Cool come by to visit. We were also thrilled that a number of provincial politicians attended our Stampede Breakfast and chatted with our guests, including MLAs Leela Aheer, Greg Clark, Deborah Drever, Richard Gotfried, Sandra Jansen, Brian Malkinson, and Angela Pitt; Minister Irfan Sabir; and Mayor Naheed Nenshi.

There was even a pancake flipping competition between Greg Clark and Nenshi:

We’d like to say a special thanks to Sarcee Plaza Starbucks for their generous coffee donation, and Tree of Life Canada for their generous pancake mix donation. We are also grateful to the Stampede Promotion Committee for providing a western welcome to all of our guests.

Here are some highlights from the day:

Mark Your Calendars: Upcoming Events in September

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We know you’re enjoying the summer, but we’re looking forward to September. Why? Because of two excellent reasons: Our 4th annual everyone belongs™ Movie in the Park, and our 21st annual Inclusion Awards!

Our annual Movie in the Park at the RPCA Hall.
Our annual Movie in the Park at the RPCA Hall.

On Friday, September 9, you’re invited to the everyone belongs™ Movie in the Park! This free, family-friendly event will be hosted at the Rutland Park Community Association, in the field beside the skating rink. Each year, we feature a short film from the Picture This… Film Festival, and then a full-length favourite that the whole family will be sure to love.

Guests get to dress up at our Inclusion Awards photo booth.
Guests get to dress up at our Inclusion Awards photo booth.

On Thursday, September 22 you’re also invited to our Inclusion Awards gala at the Glenmore Inn! In addition to honouring Calgarians who have gone above and beyond in promoting community inclusion and advocacy, this free event features an evening of entertainment, a silent auction, a delicious dinner, and more.

Keep your eyes on our Facebook page for more details on both of these events as the dates get closer!

A Great Day of Golf

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On June 20, 2016, the DDRC and the Earl Grey Golf Club hosted the 36th annual Vipond Charity Golf Classic. Since 1981, this tournament has raised more than two million dollars in support of the DDRC’s clients and services. The proceeds from this event go toward funding various DDRC programs and projects, and help improve the quality of life of individuals with developmental disabilities.

We could not have asked for better weather as we kicked off the tournament with a delicious lunch enjoyed by the players and our volunteers. We had nothing but blue skies and sunshine as the teams made their way through the course. The day ended with a fantastic dinner, where we announced the winning team who will be representing the Earl Grey Golf Club at the Vipond Finals in Vancouver this summer.

We want to thank the Earl Grey Golf Club, the Earl Grey Vipond Committee, the players, and all of the volunteers who helped make this golf tournament a success. Take a look at some of our favourite photos from the event: