QTN residents care deeply about the green spaces and parks in our neighborhood. That came through strongly in the 214 responses to a survey sponsored by the community association. The responses included desired uses, suggestions for improvements, and concerns. These will inform further discussions within QTN and with City parks officials and our City Councillor. … Continue reading Use of Park Spaces in QTN: Survey Results and Analysis
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Neighbourhood cleanup weekend (June 18, 19, 20)
It's Clean-up the Capital time! We have been authorized to run the clean-up event. To keep COVID safe, we will spread the clean-up over a weekend. Meet us at the Frank Ryan gazebo during one of these time periods: Friday, June 18 from 11h30 to 13h30 Saturday, June 19, 10h00 to noon Sunday, June 20 … Continue reading Neighbourhood cleanup weekend (June 18, 19, 20)
Have Your Say: Local Priorities for Use of QTN Park Spaces
What would you like to see in our local parks? In QTN, we have three distinct parks (Frank Ryan, Elmhurst, and Connaught) and other possibilities. Residents have various priorities for uses of park spaces and we would like to learn more. Please take a moment to complete our brief survey (6 questions) by May 21, … Continue reading Have Your Say: Local Priorities for Use of QTN Park Spaces
Update on the QTN Storm Sewer Project including Traffic Implications
Councillor Kavanagh's office has organized an update on the sewer project, which will include discussion of the road closures and associated traffic impacts. The meeting will take place on April 9th at 9:30 AM. If you are unable to attend, a recording will be made available afterward on the Bay Ward Bulleting which we will … Continue reading Update on the QTN Storm Sewer Project including Traffic Implications
Volunteers needed: Lets beautify the Elmhurst paths on March 30 & April 2!
We are calling all walkers, dog walkers, bird watchers, and anyone who likes exploring the trails in QTN. We need your help to spread mulch along the paths in Elmhurst Park and are asking that as you finish your day tomorrow (March 30), to meet us at the corner of Alpine and Henley starting at … Continue reading Volunteers needed: Lets beautify the Elmhurst paths on March 30 & April 2!
Our spring cleanup is scheduled for April 17 (postponed)
UPDATE: Our scheduled clean up is on hold until further notice, due to Ontario-wide shutdown. For more information please see the program's website: Cleaning the Capital Program (City of Ottawa) Until the current restrictions are lifted and we are able to host the cleanup we encourage you to safely pick up garbage while you are outside … Continue reading Our spring cleanup is scheduled for April 17 (postponed)
How do you use our parks? The City wants your feedback
Do you want to see improvements to Frank Ryan, Elmhurst, or Connaught parks? Do you want to see other recreation choices? The City of Ottawa is developing a new Parks and Recreation Master Plan and the priorities in this plan will influence future funding. In addition to two surveys, you can join one of several … Continue reading How do you use our parks? The City wants your feedback
New Official Plan will change QTN
The draft New Official Plan (OP) for the City of Ottawa will have major impacts for the future of QTN. It is not bedtime reading. It is not easy to understand the impacts of the high-level, big ideas about population growth that make headlines. For those who love QTN, however, now is the time to … Continue reading New Official Plan will change QTN
You’re invited: Snow building contest!
The QTN Community Association is excited to announce a community-wide Snow Building contest, starting today. With more snow in the forecast this weekend, what better time is there to plan a snow project! See our poster for more details:
Reminder: Fall Cleanup (Sept 26)
Come help clean up our neighbourhood. We will be cleaning our parks, greenspaces, and surrounding areas. Meet us at Frank Ryan Field House on Saturday, September 26, 2020 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM to get supplies and choose an area to clean. Latex gloves and garbage bags will be provided. In the event of … Continue reading Reminder: Fall Cleanup (Sept 26)