Inglewood Community League

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  • Introducing the Summer Program Series

    Summer is here, and we’ve got something for everyone! This July, the Inglewood Community League is launching four brand new community programs designed to get neighbours moving, connecting, and creating together. Whether you’re lacing up your running shoes, picking up a tennis racket, joining us for a craft session, or getting your hands dirty in the garden; there’s a spot for you! Read on for details and we’ll see you out there!

    ICL Run Club

    When: Every Tuesday, 7:00 PM

    Where: Inglewood Community League Hall 12525 116 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5M 4C5

    We’re excited to bring the ICL Run Club to our community this summer! This one’s for everyone: runners, walkers, families, and kids of all ages. Whether you’re going for a jog or a leisurely stroll, join us every Tuesday at 7:00 PM at the ICL Hall for a scenic 3.5K loop through the neighbourhood.

    All paces and ages welcome, no registration required!

    Inglewood Tennis League

    When: Every Monday, 7:00–8:30 PM

    Where: Coronation Park Rec Centre 11160 135 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5M 3M7 — Outdoor Tennis Courts

    Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned player, come out and rally with your neighbours! Join us Monday evenings for casual, rotating tennis at the Coronation Park Rec Centre outdoor tennis courts. All skill levels welcome.

    Registration required – spots are limited, and sessions may be cancelled without enough participation.

    REGISTER NOW

    Inglewood Craft Drop-in

    When: Every Tuesday, 2:30 – 4 PM

    Where: Inglewood Community League Hall 12525 116 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5M 4C5 – In the Loft

    Looking for a creative outlet this summer? Join us every Tuesday afternoon in the Main Hall at Inglewood Community Hall. Bring whatever you’re working on: beading, knitting, scrapbooking, or any project you love.

    Our space is accessible for the mobility-challenged.

    Free to attend, no registration required.

    Inglewood Garden Club

    When: Every Thursday, from 2 to 3 p.m.

    Where: Inglewood Community League Hall 12525 116 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5M 4C5

    Whether you have a plot at the community garden or a backyard full of blooms, this one’s for you! Our new Garden Club is coming soon this summer, with garden tours, seed and plant swaps, and community skill sharing. More details to come!

    Volunteers Wanted

    Our Summer Program Series is powered by amazing volunteers like you! If you’re interested in helping with any of these programs, whether that’s facilitating a session, helping with setup, or sharing your own skills and knowledge, we’d love to hear from you. Please reach out to programs-director@inglewoodcl.com.

  • Green Shack is Back

    Monday to Friday for the whole summer

    The Green Shack program is a free activity that takes place every day, Monday to Friday, at the park over the whole summer. Each day of the week you will get active and experience a variety of crafts, games, sports, and free play!

    This program is targeted for children aged 6-12, but all children accompanied by an adult are welcome to attend. No registration necessary— just drop in between 10 am – 1 pm, or 1:30 pm – 5 pm.

  • Clothing Swap – June 13-14

    Want to refresh your wardrobe — for free?

    Clothing Swap poster

    Here’s how it works:

    • On Saturday June 13th, bring your gently-used adult clothing and accessories to the Hall between 1 and 4 PM. Our volunteers will sort everything by type and size.
    • On Sunday, June 14th, come back to the Hall for shopping between 1 and 4 PM.

    There are just four rules:

    1. Adult clothing and accessories only
    2. No swimwear or undergarments
    3. Clothing must be clean and in good condition — no rips, stains, or pet hair
    4. Items should be something you’d feel comfortable gifting to a friend

    Organizers reserve the right to refuse items in poor condition. Any items left over will be donated to charity.

    This is a free event for the whole community  — all styles and sizes welcome!

    Let’s swap, save, and support our community!

  • Announcement of Special General Meeting

    Members and residents are invited to a Special General Meeting of the Inglewood Community League at 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 23. The meeting takes place at the community league hall at 12525 116 Ave NW. The doors will be opened at 12:30.

    Why we’re calling this meeting

    Last month, we shared the difficult news of our significant financial losses. Since then, the board has been working behind the scenes with a lawyer, a forensic auditor, and the police. Now it’s time to talk with you directly.

    What we’ll cover

    • A clear account of the loss and how it was discovered
    • The steps the board has taken since the discovery
    • Where things stand with the civil lawsuit and the police investigation

    Protocol

    1. The meeting is open to all Inglewood residents but only league members can speak, ask questions and vote.  Non-members are observers only. (Get your membership here)
    2. You will be asked to sign in at the door, with your name, email, address, and phone number. If you are member, bring your membership card or have your identification ready.
    3. Speakers must state their name before they speak. There is a time limit of 3 minutes for each league member.  No one can speak again until everyone else has had an opportunity to ask their question.
    4. Recordings will not be permitted.

    It’s in everyone’s interest to keep an orderly meeting. Let’s remember we are all neighbours here. Please keep all comments and questions neighbourly.

  • A Message from the Edmonton Federation of Community Leagues

    A Message from the Edmonton Federation of Community Leagues

    The Inglewood Community League recently identified a series of significant financial losses, occurring over the past 18 months. Upon discovery, the Board took immediate action to protect the interests of the community and its members.

    Actions Taken

    To ensure a thorough and professional investigation, the Board has:

    • Engaged a forensic auditor to determine the full scope of the losses.
    • Filed a formal report with the Edmonton Police Service.
    • Retained legal counsel to attempt to recoup the losses 
    • Have had board members step up to fill vacant leadership roles

    Commitment to the Future

    Despite being in a precarious financial position, the Board is actively managing operations to ensure the League remains a vital resource for Inglewood. Stringent new financial controls and enhanced oversight measures have already been implemented to secure the League’s future assets.

    The Inglewood Community League and EFCL are committed to full transparency. Once the forensic audit is finalized and facts are confirmed, a detailed update will be shared with all members and stakeholders. We thank the community for its ongoing support and patience during this time.

    An Important Message from the Inglewood Community League Board of Directors

    The Community League board of directors is saddened to announce that the League has suffered a number of financial losses over the last year and a half. This has left the League in a precarious financial position. We have hired a forensic auditor to identify the amount and sources of the loss and have reported the loss to the Edmonton Police Service.  We also have retained legal counsel and are taking steps to recoup the funds. The board is taking advice from the EFCL and has put a number of stringent financial controls in place. Once the forensic audit is complete and we have a clearer understanding of the situation, we will provide members with a comprehensive and transparent accounting of all findings. Members of the volunteer board have been left truly shaken by these events and we appreciate your ongoing support and patience. 

    At the same time we have lost a couple of long time board members. Luckily, we have many talented people on the board and folks have stepped up. Joelene (Joe) Mackey is our new president, appointed by the Board in an interim capacity until our next Annual General Meeting in the fall. Also stepping up in acting positions are JoAnne Burek, Treasurer and Morgan Smith, Vice President. Thanks, Joe, JoAnne and Morgan!

    Updates on the situation will be provided as the situation develops. We will also be hosting a meeting, open to league members, as soon as possible to communicate details as we are able.

    Please keep yourselves up to date by checking the Friends of Inglewood Facebook page for the date of this meeting and find ongoing updates in our monthly newsletter. 

  • Have your say!

    The community league board of directors are residents like you, but they can’t read your mind. It’s time for YOU to have your say about what you would like to see in Inglewood.

    What do you think Inglewood needs? Do you wish we had a certain program, a service, or an activity? Have you seen something in another neighborhood that could be tried here? What do you think would make this a better community?

    Start by taking the Inglewood Community Needs & Programs Survey. Respond by March 31 and you’ll have a chance to win Inglewood Community League “merch.”

    Here’s the link to the survey:

    TAKE THE SURVEY