The City of Ottawa forestry operations has informed our Natural Environment committee that they will be in the area over the next few days (starting July 14) to remove deadwood in Elmhurst park to address the volume of wood on site. Update (2021-07-15) The crew will also proceed with the removal of some trees identified … Continue reading Removal of deadwood in Elmhurst Park
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QTN Giveaway Day – July 3
UPDATE: Due to heavy rain forecasts throughout the weekend, we'll be moving the QTN Giveaway Day to Saturday July 3rd (rain date Sunday July 4th). We hope this gives everyone some extra time to declutter their homes. Time to get rid of your unwanted items and turn them into treasures! The QTN Giveaway Day will … Continue reading QTN Giveaway Day – July 3
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!
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
The snow building contest results are in!
The winners of the QTN Snow Building Contest are... 1. Ali, Georgia, and Beckett's Ferocious Shark 2. Dominique's Dragon 3. Lynne and Simon's Canoe Thank you to all those who participated. Your creativity and imagination was incredible. QTN is a great place to live!
Public Consultation on Connaught and Henley Sidewalks
As announced in the Bayward Bulletin, there is an upcoming public consultation on the Connaught and Henley sidewalks which will be built as part of the Stage 2 LRT and the QTN Sewer Rehabilitation projects respectively. See below for more information and visit Councillor Kavanagh's website to RSVP: There will be a new sidewalk built … Continue reading Public Consultation on Connaught and Henley Sidewalks
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
Queensview Drive and QTN: Plans for the Future
Change will be coming to Queensview Drive in the next few years. That can be good for QTN or it could create problems. The QTN planning committee is engaged in ongoing discussions to help ensure that the concerns and views of residents are considered. We welcome questions, suggestions, and active participation by all residents in … Continue reading Queensview Drive and QTN: Plans for the Future