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Welcome to the Blackburn Hamlet Community Association (BCA)

The Blackburn Community Association (BCA) is a grassroots, volunteer-run organization that supports and advocates on behalf of residents, businesses and groups in Blackburn Hamlet, Ottawa, Canada.

Seniors Walk and Talk

Blackburn Seniors Walk-and-Talk

Now that the snow and ice are clearing, we are pleased to announce that we will be resuming the seniors walks in April. Please mark your calendars and join other avid walkers at the Bearbrook Road stoplight entrance to Isaiah Scharfe Park (Bush Park) at

Hall Kitchenette

New Hall Appliances!

The BCA would like to extend a huge THANK YOU to William Hewitt, Lisa Wyman and the Lois Kemp Arena staff who went above and beyond our wildest expectations. When the door on our 20-year-old oven broke without warning, we discovered that replacement parts were

BCA showcase honouring the memory of Gregory “Mayor Greg” Kazmierski.

BCA Showcase

Over the past year, the BCA has been working with William Hewitt, Lisa Wyman and the Lois Kemp Arena staff to install a BCA Showcase cabinet where we can celebrate our history and highlight memorable residents. We are proud to announce that the Showcase has

Comic Contest

Creative Comic Contest winners

In November 2024, the BCA invited local youth aged 5 to 17 to create an original comic of 1 panel or more in the theme of winter. Congratulations to all participants! We are pleased to announce our two winners, Chloe (age 10) and Eiane (age

BCA Garage Sale

Community Garage Sale

Clutter busters and thrifters unite! It’s the Blackburn Hamlet Community Garage Sale! This year’s garage sale will take place on Saturday, May 3 from 8am to 2pm. The entire community is invited…rain or shine! Hamlet residents do not need to register or sign up –

Spring Cleanup

2025 Spring Clean-Up!

Spring is here, and it’s nearing time to roll up our sleeves for the annual Spring Clean-Up! Let’s all come together to tidy up the main streets and parks in Blackburn Hamlet. Event Details: Date: Saturday April 26th Time: 9:30 am – 11:30 Location: Community Hall – 190