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IFMA CALGARY'S ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Join IFMA Calgary Chapter on September 22, 2005 for the Annual General Meeting. The AGM will provide IFMA Calgary Members an opportunity to participate in the vision and mission of the Chapter, and will allow members to provide valuable input and ask questions regarding the past year’s activities. Agenda items for the meeting include regular reports from the IFMA Calgary Board and any new business from the floor. The meeting will be held once again at Haworth's Marketing Centre at Falkridge starting at 6:00 p.m. If you missed last years AGM at Falkridge, you won’t want to miss it again. Falkridge is Haworth's Marketing Center – their ode to architectural detail. Every sense is indulged in textures, lines and colors, all surrounded by the beautiful scenery of the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Spectacular architecture and design is coupled with superior craftsmanship provided by local trades. Falkridge is also used for the majority of product training for Haworth’s employees. Don’t miss out. Enjoy an evening getting to know IFMA Calgary and its members, and relax in the wonderful atmosphere of Falkridge.
Asbestos and Mould
Awareness Training Courses COURSE DESCRIPTIONS Asbestos Awareness (four hours) When facilities built before 1980 needed maintenance, upgrade or demolition managers faced many challenges. An area that is often overlooked in the beginning, but can become a problem in the end, is how to deal with hazardous building materials such as asbestos. Topics include hazards of asbestos, identifying asbestos-containing material and control and management of asbestos. Mould Awareness (four hours) There is a significant increase in mould related litigation. As both the public and the workforce are becoming more knowledgeable on this subject, the provision of appropriate training is an integral part of all health and safety programs and is an essential component of due diligence in the workplace. Topics include why mould is a problem, mould litigation and due diligence responsibilities, effects of mould on property and Alberta occupational health and safety regulations. The cost to complete these training courses is $125.00 per course, per person plus GST. This price includes all course materials, preparation, instruction and certificates. Delegates who attend both courses receive a $10.00 discount. Each training course is approved for three Real Estate Council of Alberta (RECA) credits. How to Register: Contact our training department at (403) 252-3705 or Kara_Ferguson@golder.com. Course Location:
Golder Associates Ltd. Course Dates:
Asbestos Awareness - September 12, 2005, 08:00 to 12:00 hours ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Thursday, September 15, 2005 Calgary Association of Office Services Administrator (CAOSA) A special invitation to IFMA Calgary Chapter Members to join CAOSA on Thursday, September 15, 2005 for their monthly event. The Lucy Factor Lucy, of Peanuts fame, said, "I'll never be satisfied until I'm too smart for my own good." Can you ever reach that lofty plane? Have you given up your search for wisdom, and instead just settled for a really good hot dog? It's not too late. On September 15th, you can hear the top 15 ways of demonstrating wisdom in the world of business in the humorous and thought-provoking presentation, The Lucy Factor.
Speaker: Pat Pitsel A chartered psychologist in the province of Alberta, Pat received her M.Sc.Ed. in counseling from Fordham University in New York City, and her Ph.D. in counseling psychology from the University of Calgary. Dr. Pitsel's enthusiasm and sense of humour have made her a frequent speaker at conferences and conventions where she has been known to keep people awake for several minutes at a time. She was awarded the Outstanding Instructor Award from the Faculty of Continuing Education, University of Calgary, for four years in a row.
As well as counseling, particularly in the
field of hypnosis for smoking, stress and depression, Pat also conducts
training programs in both the public and private sectors in such areas as
Conflict Management, Time Management, Improving Personal Effectiveness in
the Work Place, Creative Problem Solving, and Humour in the Workplace. OCTOBER 2005 Tuesday, October 11, 2005 "HERITAGE LUNCH & LEARN SERIES" "The Science of Underfloor Air"
Developers, building owners and architects face a complex challenge: build
buildings that are not only pleasing aesthetically, but also are efficient,
flexible and smart. Designers and builders must create structures that can
be constructed economically, operate efficiently and be ready to change at
a moment’s notice. Distributing air through the floor can go a long way
toward accomplishing those objectives. Popular in Europe and Japan for many
years, underfloor air distribution is now making inroads in North America.
As raised access floors become a preferred means of delivering voice, data
and power, developers recognize the added value those floors can provide as
a means of air distribution. Underfloor air technology can improve indoor
environmental quality, reduce construction and operating costs, and boost
productivity by giving occupants greater control over their environment and
their comfort. November 4, 2005 "The Roaring 20’s – An Evening of Murder, Mystery and Intrigue" The Calgary Chapter of
IFMA is excited to present “The Roaring 20’s - An Evening of Murder,
Mystery and Intrigue”. We cordially invite you to join us for IFMA
Calgary’s major fundraising and social event of the year!
November 9, 2005 "HERITAGE LUNCH & LEARN SERIES" "Certified Facility Manager" Should I obtain my certification? Is it worth it? Am I qualified? What is the process? If you have asked yourself any of these questions, please join us for the November 9, 2005 IFMA Calgary lunch and learn. This presentation will cover:
Note - we will also determine whether there is interest from our Calgary Chapter in providing a two day CFM preparation review.
November 15 & 16, 2005 The Buildex Calgary exposition has been attracting Property Managers, Building Owners, Facility Managers and Operations Managers in major markets for over a decade. Calgary's sixth annual Buildex Calgary Conference and Exposition has returned and will once again draw the above groups in significant numbers. Join your colleagues and co-workers at this must-attend event. For more information please go to the Buildex Calgary website at www.buildexcalgary.com. ____________________________________ Buildex Calgary 2006 - November 14-15, 2006
Please NOTE: The 2006 Buildex Calgary
show is scheduled for
November 14 – 15, 2006. For more information, please visit the
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"HABITAT FOR HUMANITY" As you know, IFMA Calgary Chapter, earlier this year, selected Habitat for Humanity as the charity the Chapter would support on an on-going public basis. The obvious connection of facilities management to Habitat for Humanity and the extremely valuable service that they provide to the community were critical factors in the selection. The fact that all of us can actively participate in this good work was another important factor which contributed the Board’s decision. We anticipate that many of our members will want to help with the good work of Humanity for Humanity when IFMA Calgary calls for volunteers. In addition the IFMA Calgary Executive will have the option of making a contribution to our charity on an annual basis. As part of our support to Habitat for Humanity, please join us on December 8th as Diane Reed of Habitat for Humanity will be speaking about their organization and how we can collectively get involved as individuals or as a group. ABOUT HABITAT FOR HUMANITY - CALGARY
Habitat for Humanity - Calgary builds simple, decent and affordable homes in partnership with the community and with the families who will own them. Their homes are built almost completely by volunteers using building materials, land and money donated by individuals, businesses, service clubs, foundations and faith communities. Habitat - Calgary was formed in 1988. To date, they have built 42 homes, and 66 adults and 137 children are building equity in their homes and their lives. Their donors and volunteers are currently building Sun court, a condo complex of 27 townhouses.
Habitat builds houses are built with, not for, the families who will purchase them. Selected families pay for their homes with no-interest, long-term mortgages. Mortgage payments go into a "Fund for Humanity" which is used to build future Habitat homes. For more information on Habitat for Humanity – Calgary, please visit their website at http://www.calgaryhabitat.ca January 10, 2006 "HERITAGE LUNCH & LEARN SERIES"
Clean Motivations:
Each of these
motivations has differing implications in the type and style of cleaning
required, frequencies and areas of attention. For example, a company that
often hosts customers at their premises will want entrance carpets cleaned
frequently and with the most thorough method available. On the other hand,
if customers almost never attend the facility there may be a motivation to
protect employee welfare. In this case emphasis needs to be directed to
other areas.
Clean Motivations
Presentation
"LEEDS" Vince is a partner with Gibbs Gage and is a LEEDS Accredited professional. They received the first LEED gold credit on the Cardel Place project. They have successfully completed numerous other projects with various levels of LEED Accreditation. His talk will be geared towards how, what and why specific materials and equipment were used to achieve their goals of Leeds Credits for their projects. His information will be most valuable and educational for all. SPEAKER: Tuesday, March 7, 2006 "HERITAGE LUNCH & LEARN SERIES" Colour …Response in
Facility Management, Design and Life Join IFMA Calgary Chapter on March 7, 2006 for a Lunch & Learn presentation on “Colour”. Presenter:
Facility Tour – "WestJet’s Hangar" THIS EVENT IS
NOW SOLD OUT!
"EMPLOYEE HEALTH IN THE WORKPLACE" Join us on Thursday, April 27, 2006 for a
session on employee health in the workplace. Jan Leighton will highlight
the impact of organizational culture, occupational hygiene (IAQ, noise,
lighting, ergonomic factors) as well as what the results of an ill
workforce has on a Company's overall performance. April 29 & 30, 2006 "Certified Facility Manager (CFM) Preparation Session" The IFMA Calgary Chapter
is planning a two day session for individuals interested in preparing for
the Certified Facility Manager (CFM) exam. This two day session will
consist of:
"CALGARY STAMPEDE HORSE RACING EVENT" Join IFMA Calgary Chapter for a fun night at Stampede Park and capture the excitement of Thoroughbred and Harness Horse Racing in true sporting style. IFMA Calgary has reserved seats in the climate controlled clubhouse for a preferred view of the track. The evening will also include a buffet dinner, an official race program and a Host who will be on hand to provide you with an introduction to racing and answer any questions you may have. Enjoy a fun filled night out at the race
track with fellow IFMA members and experience the ultimate racing and
dining experience. Monday, June 19, 2006
Join IFMA Calgary Chapter on June 19, 2006, for our Annual Golf Classic. This year's big event will once again be held at Carmoney Golf Club. The IFMA Calgary Chapter Annual Golf Tournament is one of our most successful events each year, drawing over 120 golfers in a fun filled day famous for its wealth of prizes.
Carnmoney is a member owned, private golf
club located just south of Calgary, three km's East of the new Deerfoot
Extension. With just 400 principal members, Carnmoney has one of the
smallest membership rosters in Calgary.
The Course is designed by Les Furber, one of Canada’s top golf
course architects. Summer Break - No Events Summer Break - No Events ----------------------------------------------------------------- -----------------------------------------------------------------
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