Good news! Upgrading the playground at Frank Ryan Park is on the list of projects for which the City received federal and prov funding. This project is scheduled for 2024. What exactly will be funded is not yet known. There will be consultation with the community before plans are finalized. Funding announcement from the Federal … Continue reading Upgrades to Frank Ryan Playground (2024)
Tag: Parks and recreation
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
QTN and the New Official Plan
The QTN Community Association proposes changes in the draft new Official Plan for Ottawa. They focus on ensuring strong neighborhoods as the population grows. How plans for intensification are done will make a big difference for QTN. The submission, prepared by the QTN Planning Committee, also addresses issues related to planning for future life between … Continue reading QTN and the New Official Plan
Update on Connaught & Henley sidewalks: Presentation of options, feedback, and survey
We are happy to share an update on the sidewalk plans for Connaught Avenue and Henley Street. The City's website outlines the plans, including two options on Connaught, a presentation, survey, and a point of contact should you have additional questions or feedback. As previously shared, Councillor Kavanaugh is also hosting a consultation meeting next … Continue reading Update on Connaught & Henley sidewalks: Presentation of options, feedback, and survey
Management of QTN’s Tree Canopy and Forests – Q&A
Your community association and its network of volunteers have compiled this information piece to answer the most common questions on tree management in QTN. Who decides when trees are taken down and planted in Frank Ryan and Elmhurst Woods? The City’s Forestry Department is staffed by nine trained Professional Foresters recognized by the Province of … Continue reading Management of QTN’s Tree Canopy and Forests – Q&A
Help us beautify the outdoor rink!
Help us beautify the ice rinks at Frank Ryan Park! Bring your Christmas Trees to the park after the holidays on Sunday January 3rd or Saturday January 9th between 1:00 and 3:00 PM. We're looking for high school volunteers to help with this project (volunteer hours will be signed!). To volunteer or for more information … Continue reading Help us beautify the outdoor rink!
Volunteers Needed: Frank Ryan Park Outdoor Rink
The snow has fallen. The trees are bare. It's time to get excited for winter activities. The best thing we can do for our mental and physical health this pandemic winter is to enjoy the great outdoors in our own neighbourhood. The Frank Ryan outdoor rink needs volunteers like you to continue to receive support … Continue reading Volunteers Needed: Frank Ryan Park Outdoor Rink
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)
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 Fall Cleanup (Sept 26)
City of Ottawa Update: Key Messages
As the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic continues to develop, we would like to thank everyone for continuing to practice physical distancing as well as for supporting your friends, family, and neighbours during this unprecedented period. Walking through the neighbourhood to smiles, waves, signs, and much more is exactly how we remain connected, display our resilience, … Continue reading City of Ottawa Update: Key Messages