Blackburn Community Association

Kids Spring Fling
2026-05-16 09:30 - 11:00 (America/Toronto) | Blackburn Community Hall, 190 Glen Park Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, K2B 5A3, Canada
Kids ages 2 – 10
Saturday May 16th from 9:30 AM to 11:15 AM
Blackburn Community Hall
Come celebrate the arrival of spring at the hall! This event will have opportunities for younger kids and their parents to engage in various spring-themed arts and crafts activities and games. Light refreshments will be provided. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Blackburn Seniors Walk & Talk
2026-05-20 13:00 - 14:00 | Blackburn Community Hall, 190 Glen Park Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, K2B 5A3, Canada
Join your local community for a stroll in the neighbourhood (2km and 3km circuits)
When: Wednesday May 20, 2026 @ 1:00 PM
Where: Community Hall 190 Glen Park Drive
What to expect: Meet new people, enjoy the outdoors and support mental wellbeing together. Everyone welcome, including pets, kids and families.

BCA Board Meeting
2026-05-21 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-06-18 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-09-17 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-10-15 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-11-19 19:30 - 22:00 | Blackburn Community Hall, 190 Glen Park Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, K2B 5A3, Canada
This in person meeting is open to residents of Blackburn Hamlet in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Email secretary@blackburnhamlet.ca for more information.

Youth Home Alone Course ($)
2026-05-24 09:30 - 11:30 | Blackburn Community Hall, 190 Glen Park Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, K2B 5A3, Canada
Home Alone Course ($): Sunday May 24th from 9:30am to 11:30am at the Blackburn Community Hall (190 Glen Park Drive)
Get your kids ready for home alone safety ahead of the summer! Your child will learn how to be responsible and safe while staying home alone. They will also learn how to build a safety plan including house rules , emergencies, street proofing, common lures and much more.
This 2 hour Ménard Safety Course for kids ages 8 to 12 years old, which is usually $40, will be partially sponsored by the Blackburn Community Association for the reduced cost of $20 per child. Please register your child by sending an email with their name, age and language to youth@blackburnhamlet.ca. Please note that space for this course is limited.

Discovery Café (Free event)
2026-05-28 19:00 - 20:30 | Blackburn Community Hall, 190 Glen Park Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, K2B 5A3, Canada
Discovery Café Lecture Series — Two-in-one, better together: A two-virus system for tackling solid tumours using a combined viral/mRNA cancer immunotherapy — Timothy Lee
When: Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Where: Blackburn Community Hall, 190 Glen Park Drive
Ever heard of cancer killing viruses? They exist, and they’re proven to work! Problem is, they struggle to work effectively outside of very specific cases. Come and learn about how the Ottawa Hospital Research Institute is tackling this problem, and how the institute is working to engineer new therapies to treat cancer.
Tim Lee is a PhD candidate working at the Ottawa Research Institute (OHRI). There, he works at the Cancer Research Program under the supervision of Dr. Carolina Ilkow and Dr. John Bell. His research focuses on using viruses engineered to kill cancer, and finding new ways to apply them across different types of cancers.
Admission is free, refreshments will be served and people of all ages are invited to attend.
Questions & Suggestions? Please email barbara@blackburnhamlet.ca.

Blackburn Seniors Breakfast Get-together
2026-06-03 09:00 - 11:00 | Halibut House, 2672 Innes Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K1B 4Z5, Canada
When: Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Where: Halibut House, 2672 Innes Road in Blackburn Hamlet
Blackburn Seniors (55+) are invited to gather for a great meal, wonderful conversation and lots of laughs. As usual, we will collect at the breakfast non-perishable goods or cash donations for the Life Centre Food Bank.
If you wish to attend, please call Shirley at 613-841-7691 by June 1st. This has become a popular event and space is limited.

FunFair 2026
2026-06-05 - 2026-06-07 | Blackburn Community Hall, 190 Glen Park Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, K2B 5A3, Canada
The annual Blackburn FunFair celebrates community spirit in the first weekend of June.
The fair features a carnival style midway, music, local vendors, a used book fair, beer garden and fireworks!
For more information visit the FunFair website at blackburnfunfair.ca.

Video Game Safety Course
2026-06-14 16:00 - 17:00 | Blackburn Community Hall, 190 Glen Park Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, K2B 5A3, Canada
Sunday June 14th, 4pm – 5pm
Blackburn Community Hall (190 Glen Park Drive)
Get your kids ready for video game safety ahead of the summer! Your child will learn how to keep their personal information safe, how to spot scams and tricky situations, how to play safely with friends and others online, and much more!
This free 1 hour course provided by TECH-NEST is for kids ages 8 to 15 years old. Registration is not required but we ask that you please arrive on time. Seating is first come first served. Kids 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Blackburn Seniors Walk & Talk
2026-06-17 13:00 - 14:00
Join your local community for a stroll in the neighbourhood (2km and 3km circuits)
When: Wednesday June 17, 2026 @ 1:00 PM
Where: TBD
What to expect: Meet new people, enjoy the outdoors and support mental wellbeing together. Everyone welcome, including pets, kids and families.

First Aid Course
2026-06-27
On June 27, 2026 the Blackburn Hamlet Community Association has scheduled a First Aid Course. In accordance with Canada Red Cross regulations a minimum number of 13 candidates is required. The course is a CPR Level C & AED (Adult, Child & Infant), 6hr course. Graduates will receive a 3 year Red Cross certification. There will be a written exam with a passing grade of 75%. The subjects covered will include:

Responding to emergencies
Check, Call, Care
Airway emergencies
Breathing & circulation emergencies
CPR, Cardiac Arrest & AED
Written exam (min. passing grade: 75%)

The cost is $70.00 plus HST.
Anyone interested in attending this important life-saving training can register at safety@blackburnhamlet.ca by June 1, 2026.

Blackburn Seniors Breakfast Get-together
2026-07-01 09:00 - 11:00 | Halibut House, 2672 Innes Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K1B 4Z5, Canada
When: Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Where: Halibut House, 2672 Innes Road in Blackburn Hamlet
Blackburn Seniors (55+) are invited to gather for a great meal, wonderful conversation and lots of laughs. As usual, we will collect at the breakfast non-perishable goods or cash donations for the Life Centre Food Bank.
If you wish to attend, please call Shirley at 613-841-7691 by June 29th. This has become a popular event and space is limited.

Kids & Youth Art in the Park
2026-07-04 10:30 - 13:00 | Blackburn Community Hall, 190 Glen Park Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, K2B 5A3, Canada
Saturday July 4th, 10:30am – 1pm
Blackburn Community Hall and exterior terrace (weather permitting)
Kids and Youth ages 5-18 are welcome to come by and create some art at the Community Hall. There will be various stations with crafting activities where kids and youth from all levels can participate. Kids 10 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Garden Tour 2026
2026-07-11 - 2026-07-12 | Blackburn Hamlet, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Mark your calendars for July 11 & 12 from 10am to 4pm for the 4th annual Blackburn Hamlet Garden Tour!
This free, self-guided tour invites you to explore the beauty of local gardens without the need for tickets—just bring your curiosity and enthusiasm.
Open to the public, the event welcomes visitors from across the city and beyond.
Printed maps with more information will be available and will be posted on social media.
For inquiries contact Cynthia Hoisak at 613-799-9514 or choisak@rogers.com, and Miriam Hampson at miriam@blackburnhamlet.ca.

Kids Splish Splash Summer Bash
2026-08-02 11:00 - 15:00 | Blackburn Community Hall, 190 Glen Park Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, K2B 5A3, Canada
August 2nd, 2026, 11am – 3pm
Kids ages 3-10
Blackburn Community Hall outdoor Splash Pad (190 Glen Park Drive)
Come celebrate summer outside the hall by the splash pad where there will be music, snacks, outdoor games, and plenty of opportunities to cool down and get soaked! Wear your bathing suit and feel free to bring your water guns. Kids must be accompanied by an adult.

Blackburn Seniors Breakfast Get-together
2026-08-05 09:00 - 11:00 | Halibut House, 2672 Innes Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K1B 4Z5, Canada
When: Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Where: Halibut House, 2672 Innes Road in Blackburn Hamlet
Blackburn Seniors (55+) are invited to gather for a great meal, wonderful conversation and lots of laughs. As usual, we will collect at the breakfast non-perishable goods or cash donations for the Life Centre Food Bank.
If you wish to attend, please call Shirley at 613-841-7691 by August 3rd. This has become a popular event and space is limited.

Blackburn Seniors Breakfast Get-together
2026-09-02 09:00 - 11:00 | Halibut House, 2672 Innes Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K1B 4Z5, Canada
When: Wednesday, September 2, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Where: Halibut House, 2672 Innes Road in Blackburn Hamlet
Blackburn Seniors (55+) are invited to gather for a great meal, wonderful conversation and lots of laughs. As usual, we will collect at the breakfast non-perishable goods or cash donations for the Life Centre Food Bank.
If you wish to attend, please call Shirley at 613-841-7691 by August 31st. This has become a popular event and space is limited.

Discovery Café (Free event)
2026-09-24 19:00 - 20:30 | Blackburn Community Hall, 190 Glen Park Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, K2B 5A3, Canada
When: Thursday, September 24, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Where: Blackburn Community Hall, 190 Glen Park Drive
Admission is free, refreshments will be served and people of all ages are invited to attend.
Questions & Suggestions? Please email barbara@blackburnhamlet.ca.

Blackburn Seniors Breakfast Get-together
2026-10-07 09:00 - 11:00 | Halibut House, 2672 Innes Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K1B 4Z5, Canada
When: Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Where: Halibut House, 2672 Innes Road in Blackburn Hamlet
Blackburn Seniors (55+) are invited to gather for a great meal, wonderful conversation and lots of laughs. As usual, we will collect at the breakfast non-perishable goods or cash donations for the Life Centre Food Bank.
If you wish to attend, please call Shirley at 613-841-7691 by October 5th. This has become a popular event and space is limited.

Discovery Café (Free event)
2026-10-22 19:00 - 20:30 | Blackburn Community Hall, 190 Glen Park Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, K2B 5A3, Canada
When: Thursday, October 22, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Where: Blackburn Community Hall, 190 Glen Park Drive
Admission is free, refreshments will be served and people of all ages are invited to attend.
Questions & Suggestions? Please email barbara@blackburnhamlet.ca.

Blackburn Seniors Breakfast Get-together
2026-11-04 09:00 - 11:00 | Halibut House, 2672 Innes Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K1B 4Z5, Canada
When: Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Where: Halibut House, 2672 Innes Road in Blackburn Hamlet
Blackburn Seniors (55+) are invited to gather for a great meal, wonderful conversation and lots of laughs. As usual, we will collect at the breakfast non-perishable goods or cash donations for the Life Centre Food Bank.
If you wish to attend, please call Shirley at 613-841-7691 by November 2nd. This has become a popular event and space is limited.

Discovery Café (Free event)
2026-11-26 19:00 - 20:30 | Blackburn Community Hall, 190 Glen Park Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, K2B 5A3, Canada
When: Thursday, November 26, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Where: Blackburn Community Hall, 190 Glen Park Drive
Admission is free, refreshments will be served and people of all ages are invited to attend.
Questions & Suggestions? Please email barbara@blackburnhamlet.ca.

Blackburn Seniors Breakfast Get-together
2026-12-02 09:00 - 11:00 | Halibut House, 2672 Innes Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K1B 4Z5, Canada
When: Wednesday, December 2, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Where: Halibut House, 2672 Innes Road in Blackburn Hamlet
Blackburn Seniors (55+) are invited to gather for a great meal, wonderful conversation and lots of laughs. As usual, we will collect at the breakfast non-perishable goods or cash donations for the Life Centre Food Bank.
If you wish to attend, please call Shirley at 613-841-7691 by November 30th. This has become a popular event and space is limited.
