Archive for June, 2009

Welcome to Devon!

Friday, June 19th, 2009

Accommodations           

Devonian Way   www.devonianway.com

Devon Riverside B&B                        780-987-3098  Devon Lion’s Campground                780-987-4777

                        Greystone Gardens                             780-987-3810

                        High Rigg Retreat                               780-470-0462

                        The Heartland Inn                               780-987-3601

 

Key West Inn                                      www.keywestinn.ca

780-987-2511

            To search for hotels in the region check with Travel Alberta

Search – Nisku and Leduc

            http://www1.travelalberta.com/en-ca/index.cfm?pageid=3

 Restaurants

            Bradbury’s

                        987-2410

                        Hours: Mon-Fri 11-2 & 4-9, Saturday 4-9pm

            Coffee Corner

                        987-2345

                        Hours: Mon-Fri 8-3, Sat 8-12

Tammy Jean’s Diner

                        We specialize in homemade fish & chips/Newfie food!

            Hours: Tues.-Sat. 11-2 & 4-9, Sunday 11-2 & 4-8, closed Monday

            97-0116

            Iris Café

                        Chinese Food

                        987-3020

                        Hours:

            House of Goodys

                        Chinese Restaurant

                        987-3031

                        Hours: Mon-Sun 11am-9pm, Tues 4:00-9:00, holidays 11-9pm

            Devon Golf and Conference Centre

                        978-3477

                        Hours: 7:30-9pm

            Jasmine Garden Restaurant   

Chinese & Western Cuisine   

987-9100

Hours: 11am-10pm, closed Mondays

            Marcy’s Grill & Pizza

                        987-0244

                        http://www.marcisgrill.ca

                        Hours: Mon – Thurs 11-10, Fri/Sat 11-11, Sun 10-9

           

A&W

KFC

             Dining room Mon-Sun 11-9, drive through Mon-Sun 11-9:30

            Key West Inn

                        Ph: 987-2511

Hours: 7-9pm Mon-Sun

            Dairy Queen

                        987-4462

                        Hours: 10-10 Mon-Sun

            Subway

            Sugar Shack

            Florida Pizza & Steakhouse

                        987-2424

                        Mon-Sat 11-10 7 Sun 4-9

            Devon 2 for 1

                        Bars

            Pals                  987-3752

            Key West Inn  987-2511

 Attractions            Devonian Way                                    http://www.devonianway.com

                        Rabbit Hill Free Ride Park

                        Canadian Petroleum Discovery Centre

Edmonton Canoe

Get Hooked Fishing

            Black Gold River Tours

Devon Golf and Conference Centre

                        Devonian Botanic Garden

 

http://www.devon.ca/attractions/local.aspx

Amberlea Meadows                           

            Castrol raceway                                 

            Clifford E. Lee Nature Sanctuary     

Shalom Waterski Park

Geo-caching

  

http://www.devon.ca/programs/Facilities.aspx

Voyageur Park

Devon Trail System

Devon Swimming Pool

Devon Splash Park

Devon Skateboard Park

                       

AmenitiesDevonian World Travel            780-987-2606            http://www.devonianworldtravel.com/  Edmonton International Airport/Car Rentals            http://www.flyeia.com/  Taxi Services            A.S.A.P. Taxi and Tote Company      780-660-0163            Devon Taxi 2001                                780-908-9569 

Devon Public Library

780-987-3720

Internet Access

http://www.devon.ca/programs/Facilities.aspx

 

            Devon Youth Drop-in Centre

                        Ages 10-18

Pool tables, air hockey, foosball, ping pong, x-box, PS2, games, crafts, scrapbooking

Ph:

Hours: Tuesday & Thursday 3:30-9:00pm

            http://www.devon.ca/programs/Facilities.aspx

 

Devon Community Church – Youth Groups Activities Friday Nights

http://www.devoncommunitychurch.com 

 

Spruce Park Ranch

Food from the growers that grow it! Primitive home décor to delight your heart!

Hours: Wednesday 10-5, Friday 10-5, Saturday 10-2

www.sprucparkranch.ca

ph: 780-963-5235

 

Grocery Stores

IGA

Extra Foods

 

            Home Hardware

                        780-987-3325

                        http://www.homehardware.ca/index/home

 

            Devon Florist & Gift Shoppe 

http://www.devonflorists.com

            Gas stations

Husky

Esso

Esso/Macs/Subway

Extra Foods

Fas Gas

 MechanicsDevon Chevrolet Ltd.                         780-987-2433G&P Auto Repairs Ltd.          780-987-3556Mac Millan Motors                 780-987-5163 Health and WellnessAcupuncture/Herbology

Solace Acupuncture                                        780-239-3246

 Alternative Health Care/Naturopathy

River Crossing Quest for Health                    780-987-9183

Spirit and Sole                                                            780-987-0308

 Chiropractors

Chiropractic Health & Wellness Clinic           780-987-0253

Devon Chiropractic Office                             780-987-2166

 Dentists/Dentures

Devon Dental Association                             780-987-2833

Devon Family Dentistry                                 780-987-4090

Dr. M.C. Surgent Professional Corp.              780-987-4246

River Valley Denture Clinic                           780-987-2808

 Health Foods/Supplements

Health 4 U                                                      780-987-3551

Herbal Magic                                                  780-987-2793 Massage Therapists

Devon Professional Massage Therapy            780-987-0253

Massage Therapy & Holistic Centre               780-984-4769

HLS Massage Therapy                                    780-994-8042

 Medical Clinic

Associated Medical Clinic                              780-987-4322

 Optometrist

Devon Eye Clinic                                            780-987-3050

  Personal Care Services

Devon Mobile Foot Clinic                              780-987-2273

 Pharmacy

Shopper’s Drug Mart – Superior                     780-987-3793

Shopper’s Drug Mart – Erie                            780-987-3412

 Physical Therapy

Devon Physiotherapy                                      780-987-3582

MORGAN DEVON GRAND PRIX to host 2010 Road National Cycling Championships

Friday, June 12th, 2009

Devon to Host National Cycling Event…

May 13, 2009 (Devon) – The Canadian Cycling Association announced the Town of Devon to host the Masters, Para-cycling, Junior and U17 races for the 2010 Road National Cycling Championships. From June 25 to July 5, 2010, more than 500 of Canada’s top cyclists will descend upon Devon for a chance to become Canada’s Top Road Cyclist. Athletes will be competing for National Championship jerseys in three road cycling events: criterium, individual time trial and road race.

“We are honored to have been chosen as a host community for the 2010 Road National Cycling Championships. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase the sport of cycling to our community, to encourage active living and to share our spirit with the country. We are thrilled to see that in just three years the Morgan Devon Grand Prix of Cycling has not only become one of the largest stage races in Alberta but in 2010 it will be part of the largest cycling event in the country! We are looking forward to rolling out the red carpet and giving the athletes the royal treatment,” says Town of Devon Mayor, Anita Fisher.

As the host city Edmonton will hold the Elite and U23 races on the first weekend, with the National Criterium Championships occurring at the Alberta Legislature on Canada Day. The Devon events will occur on the second weekend (July 2-4, 2010)

For more information contact Janet Guthrie, Community Activities Coordinator
780.987.9332 or jguthrie@devon.ca

http://www.canadian-cycling.com/cca/media/news/2009/0512_2010road.shtml


Canadian Cycling Association announces 2010 Road National Cycling ChampionshipsCourtesy CCAThe Canadian Cycling Association is pleased to announce Edmonton, Alberta as host city for the 2010 Road National Cycling Championships. From June 25 – July 5, 2010, more than 500 of Canada’s top cyclist will descend upon Edmonton for a chance to become Canada’s Top Road Cyclist.

 “Edmonton is increasingly becoming a hub for cycling in western Canada and the Alberta Bicycle Association is excited to be bringing another National Championship race to Alberta,” said Kipp Kaufmann, Executive Director of the Alberta Bicycle Association. “Edmonton has a long tradition of communitywide support and passion for sport events.”

The races will be run by an organizing committee that includes veteran organizers from a variety of cycling clubs in Edmonton

Athletes will be competing for the National Championship jerseys in three road cycling events: criterium, individual time trial and road race. The first weekend will play host to the under 23 and Elite individual time trial and road race, which will take place within the City of Edmonton. Similar courses that were used in the World Masters Games are being investigated.

The Masters, Para-cycling, Junior and U17 races will take place during the second weekend just outside of Edmonton in the city of Devon. The host of the Devon Stage Race, one of Alberta’s largest stage races, will be rolling out the red carpet for the athletes.

The National Criterium Championships will take place on Canada Day at the Alberta Legislature. The spectator friendly event is expected to attract large crowds. http://www.canadian-cycling.com/cca/media/news/2009/0512_2010road.shtml

Grand Prix Sponsors and Groups

Friday, June 12th, 2009

It’s a community event!

The Morgan Devon Grand Prix only happens through the generous sponsorship and support of several groups – all from the Devon Community:

Morgan Construction http://www.mcel.ca/

Morgan Construction is an oilfield construction and environmental contractor in Acheson Alberta (just north of Devon).  Morgan is active in supporting various youth sporting and health causes, with the Morgan Devon Grand Prix as thier flagships event.  Morgan supports the race through employee time, funding, race supplies, and logistics.

Town of Devon  http://www.town.devon.ab.ca/home/default.aspx

The Town of Devon has been instrumental in bringing the Grand Prix to Devon.  With tireless help from town staff, funding and logistical support, the Town of Devon stands out amoung Alberta communities in the bike racing community.

Devon Garden Market IGA

The Devon IGA has made it possible for the Devon Youth Drop-in center to use the Devon Grand Prix as a fund raising opportunity.  IGA generously donates all the buns, hot dogs, condiments, propane and BBQ to the YDIC at no cost so they can host the hot dog stand, and keep the volunteers and racers fed.

Merriott Fitness  http://www.merriottfitness.com/

The new fitness club located in Devon right on the race site has generously provided funding necessary to source Emergency medical support.  In addition Merriott has formed a relationship with the Grand Prix to provide race volunteers.  Merriott is also developing a training program for its clientelle to get ready to race in the 2010 national championships!  Call Merriott at 780-987-4641 if you want to get fit or try racing!

Devon Chevrolet  http://www.devonchevrolet.com/

Devon Chevrolet has provided funding support to the Devon Grand Prix since day 1, and has made it possible to source important extras needed for race day, such as the music and PA system. 

Alldritt Development Limited  http://www.alldrittgroup.com/

Alldritt Development Limited has been supportive of the Grand Prix since the first event, allowing the race to use their properties and facilities for the race location and headquarters.  Without this support the race would not be possible in the downtown core, one of the key aspects that makes the race so appealing to racers and accessible to spectators.  Alldritt is very involved with the development of the Town of Devon, and particularily with the downtown area, in the heart of Devon.

Morgan Devon Grand Prix 2009

Friday, June 12th, 2009
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June 26 – 28, 2009

In support of the Devon Youth Drop In Center
Sponsored by: Morgan Construction, Town of Devon, River Valley Cycle, Merriott Fitness

Event Description

The Morgan Construction Devon Grand Prix is a 4 event stage race with overall results calculated as an omnium utilizing a modified ABA Alberta Road Cup Schedule. Riders do not have to complete all stages to receive and omnium placing.The event is sanctioned by the Alberta Bicycle Association.

  • Friday June 26/09: Stage 1: Devon IGA Saskatchewan Ave Hill Climb
  • Saturday June 27/09: Stage 2: River Valley Cycle Individual Time Trial
  • Saturday June 27/09: Stage 3: Morgan Construction Downtown Criterium
  • Sunday June 28/08: Stage 4: Devon Chevrolet Genesee Hills Road Race

Categories:

The following categories will be offered based on ABA Ability Categories:

  • Women A and B (race together but scored separately)
  • Cat 1 and 2
  • Cat 3
  • Cat 4
  • Cat 5
  • Youth (U15 and U17)
  • Paraolympic

Entry

On-line entry will be available on Karelo soon. Registration will be on-line only with no race day registration. Riders may enter the entire event ($85) or the ITT only ($35). All riders contesting the Omnium must have a valid UCI road license. Entry the Youth category is $30. Riders may enter the ITT only as it is part of the Alberta Time Trial Series. Single day licenses will be available for riders only wishing to do the ITT. These can be obtained from the ABA representative at sign on for the ITT. Single day licenses are not available for the other stages. Riders not wishing to contest all the stages may do so but must enter the entire event with full registration fee.

Single Day Licenses:

Non-licensed riders wishing to do the ITT stage only on a single day license must register with Karelo. Your name will appear on the start list and you will have a finalized start time. You must register at sign on Saturday morning between 8:30 and 10 am to sign a waiver and receive your numbers for the event.

Download the full technical guide here:

http://www.juventus.ab.ca/images/stories/files/Devon_GP.pdf