"LET THEM BE KIDS" is an all volunteer, non-profit organization created to build community capacity on the grassroots level; while building playgrounds, skate parks and fitness parks across Canada. These projects leave a legacy of community members who are inspired and better equipped to lay a strong foundation for a brighter tomorrow.

The Elizabeth Rummel School & Community Playground Project is a school directed initiative that will replace an outdated wooden play structure with a safer, enhanced and larger capacity structure on the joint-use land adjacent to the school. The project’s scope will include further enhancements to the outdoor and field area. The intention of this venture is to strengthen our sense of community and to inspire and empower all of our residents through involvement in this project from “conception” to “installation”.

Tuesday, March 30, 2010

Harvest joins fundraising effort!

For every Burger Special they sell from now until mid-May, Harvest will donate 50 cents to the Playground Project! This special is on offer afternoons from about 2 pm until 6 pm. So stop by and see Misha and the gang on 10th Street!
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Thursday, March 25, 2010

Preliminary design for new play structures!

The initial design was developed based on the kids’ votes and the space available. There are also plans to include a series of fitness stations around the periphery of the playground, new picnic tables, and benches, as well as the rejuvenation of the grounds, outdoor classroom, nature trail, and Memorial Garden. More details to follow soon!
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Wednesday, March 24, 2010

Two Wolves Trading Co - Showing Great Initiative!

Two weeks ago, Michelle and Andrea, both ERS moms, began a fundraiser at their business Two Wolves Trading Company ! The concept is for people to bring in their clean, crushed milk cartons and jugs and drop them off in the colourful barrel in the kids section at the store (opposite Safeway). They will match the money collected from returning the jugs and cartons up to $1,000 and donate all the proceeds to the playground project! So stop by on the way to shopping - support the playground and help the environment! 
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Friday, March 19, 2010

Bounce & Support the Playground!

Our fund development is getting underway!! Book the Dan Sparks & Associates’ Community Bouncy Castle for your next event between now and Build Day, and in lieu of a rental fee, make a donation to the Playground Project!! Two different sizes available! For more information, or to book the Bouncy Castle, please contact Debbie Hay at info@canmorehomes.com or (403) 688-3001. Thanks Dan!!
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Wednesday, March 10, 2010

Dotmocracy - the kids vote!

The students were very excited to be able to participate in the selection of playground components. It was interesting to see how strongly they held their opinions. The energy and excitement are building! We are all looking forward to seeing the draft design!
- Principal Nancy Crosley
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Saturday, March 6, 2010

Reaching the wider community...

Spread the word!! One of our goals is to involve the whole community in this project and we need your  help! Please 'share' this website with and encourage friends, family, neighbours, colleagues, and visitors to volunteer now for Build Day by clicking on "Join the Effort" on the left!

Check out the great article in the Canmore Leader this week:
From LTBK-Public
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