Do you have a garden? Rows, raised beds, perennials, annuals, vertical gardening, containers, trellises… doesn’t matter, the BCA would love to see whatever cool gardens you are working on! Consider having your garden in our Garden Stroll this summer and inspire other gardeners! Contact Cynthia at
A minor variance application has been submitted to permit reduced side yard setbacks and an increase in rear yard parking for the construction of a 10 unit low-rise apartment building at 2441 Cléroux Crescent (the original plan was for a 6 unit building). The hearing
Published in The BANAR June 2025 Camille-Emmanuelle Purchase, BCA Director On April 26, under grey skies and some rain, the spirit of community shone brightly in Blackburn Hamlet. Residents and volunteers of all ages braved the wet weather to take part in our annual Spring
Ottawa City Planners have received an update on the application from the property owners of 98-100 Bearbrook Road. While the overall composition and design of the building is largely the same, they have removed the top floor, lowering it to an 8-storey, mid-rise apartment building.
Published in The BANAR June 2025 Shirley Sheppard, BCA Director Action Committee Members: Elena Leggiadro, Connie Mattey, Marion Hall, Barbara Whittaker, John Moores Seniors Breakfast Get-togethers Our monthly breakfasts continued with 38 people participating in April and 40 in May (breaking the attendance record). Our
Published in The BANAR June 2024 Mélanie Mathieu Art in the Park Saturday June 15, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Blackburn Community Hall (190 Glen Park Drive) and exterior terrace (weather permitting). Kids and Youth ages 5-18 are welcome to come by and create some