Blackburn Community Association

August 2026 News

BCA Bites

The first edition of the Blackburn Hamlet Garden Tour ran from 1998 to 2004.  It was revived in 2022 with 16 participating gardens and raised $1,100 for our local Food Bank.  The 2026 edition of the tour had 17 participating gardens (including Just Food Farm), showcased 8 artists and raised over $1,700 for the Food Bank.

Cancer Chase

The 2026 BCA Cancer Chase is fast approaching — and we want you to be part of this meaningful community tradition!

Join us on Saturday, September 12th at the Blackburn Community Hall (190 Glen Park Drive) for a fun walk/run in support of cancer research at The Ottawa Hospital.

Doors open at 8:15 AM, and the walk/run begins at 9:15 AM. All ages and fitness levels are welcome — bring your friends, family, and neighbours for a morning filled with movement, connection, and community spirit.

You’ll also enjoy:

- The fan-favourite Silent Auction with unbeatable deals

- Our Loonie Line and Selfie Stations, where fun costumes and photo ops await

- A lively, family-friendly atmosphere for a great cause

Want to contribute to the Silent Auction? We are currently accepting donated items valued at $50 or more. To inquire or get involved, please reach out to cancerchase@blackburnhamlet.ca.

More information and registration details will be posted at blackburnhamlet.ca/events/cancer-chase/ soon.

Let’s come together and take steps toward a cure — one stride, one smile, and one generous act at a time.

BCA Events

August 2  Kids Splish Splash Summer Bash

Kids ages 2-10 celebrate summer by the splash pad where there will be music, snacks and outdoor games. More Info

August 5 Seniors  Breakfast @ 9:00 AM

Join other Seniors at this popular monthly event held at Halibut House. RSVP by August 3rd is MANDATORY. Contact Shirley at 613-841-7691. More Info

September 2 Seniors  Breakfast @ 9:00 AM

Join other Seniors at this popular monthly event held at Halibut House. RSVP by August 31st is MANDATORY. Contact Shirley at 613-841-7691. More Info

Household hazardous waste

The City of Ottawa is hosting a one-day household hazardous waste drop-off event to help residents safely dispose of toxic materials. This event ensures that hazardous waste is collected, transported, and recycled or disposed of by trained professionals in compliance with provincial and federal legislation.

Date: August 8, 2026.

Location: Innes Snow Dump

Address: 2170 Mer Bleue Road

Time: 8 am to 4 pm

Visit the Ottawa.ca Hazardous Waste Page for more information.

Community Photo / Photo Communautaire

Be Part of History!

2026 is an exciting year for Ottawa, as we mark our City’s 200th anniversary. Amongst the various themed events, festivals and activities happening around the City, the Mayor has also been organizing a Time Capsule to mark the event, and has asked all Councillors to submit something that represents our community and provides a snapshot of Ottawa in 2026. 

Residents from across Orléans, and beyond, are invited to join Laura Dudas on August 8 at 10 a.m. in Barrington Park, beside the Orléans Library, as we attempt to take the largest community photo in Orléans' history.

📅 Saturday, August 8

⏰ 10 am

📍 Barrington Park, beside the Orléans Public Library

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Faites partie de l’histoire!

L’année 2026 est une année emballante pour Ottawa, alors que nous célébrons le 200e anniversaire de notre ville. Parmi les nombreux événements thématiques, festivals et activités organisés un peu partout dans la ville, le maire prépare également une capsule temporelle pour souligner cette occasion. Il a demandé à tous les conseillers municipaux d’y contribuer en soumettant un élément qui représente leur communauté et qui offre un aperçu d’Ottawa en 2026.

Les résidents de partout à Orléans, et d’ailleurs, sont invités à rejoindre Laura Dudas le 8 août à 10 h au parc Barrington, à côté de la Bibliothèque publique d’Orléans, alors que nous tenterons de prendre la plus grande photo communautaire de l’histoire d’Orléans.

📅 Samedi 8 août

⏰ 10 h

📍 Parc Barrington, à côté de la Bibliothèque publique d’Orléans

OC Transpo

This summer, OC Transpo will be hosting customer information sessions throughout our city! 

The sessions will take place on: 

➡️ ️ August 11 at Nepean Sportsplex, from 6:30 pm to 8 pm. 

➡️ August 13... VIRTUALLY, from 6:30 pm to 8 pm. 

➡️ August 19 at Bob MacQuarrie Recreation Complex – Orléans, from 7 pm to 8:30 pm.   

➡️ August 25 at John G. Mlacak Centre, from 6:30 pm to 8 pm. 

For more details and to register visit: https://ow.ly/u05550Zrpxe  

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Cet été, OC Transpo organiserons des séances d’information pour la clientèle dans toute la ville! 

Les séances auront lieu aux dates suivantes : 

➡️ Le 11 août, au Sportsplex de Nepean, de 18 h 30 à 20 h. 

➡️ Le 13 août… EN LIGNE, de 18 h 30 à 20 h. 

➡️ Le 19 août, au Complexe récréatif Bob-MacQuarrie – Orléans, de 19 h à 20 h 30. 

➡️ Le 25 août, au Centre communautaire John-G.-Mlacak, de 18 h 30 à 20 h.

Pour en savoir plus et pour vous inscrire, veuillez consulter: https://ow.ly/cg2n50ZrpyC

Dapo Fun Day

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Neighbourhood Watch

View the current BCA Neighbourhood Watch report Online.  Topics include Fraud within the Home and Office and Crimes reported in Blackburn Hamlet over the past month.

Report all crime or attempted crimes to the Ottawa Police.

If you have not joined Neighbourhood Watch, please go to this link within the Blackburn Community Association website under "Safety" (blackburnhamlet.ca/our-work/safety/neighbourhood-watch/), complete the form and submit.  You will be added to the email distribution list through an assigned Block Captain.

Awareness is the first step in personal Crime Prevention.

Upcoming Events @ Aspira Bearbrook

Blackburn Library Activities

There are a variety of activities scheduled at the Ottawa Public Library, Blackburn Hamlet Branch throughout the month.

• Aug 1, 8 & 15 @ 2:00 PM Lego Party
• Aug 4, 11 & 18 @ 3:30 PM Chess Club D'échecs
• Aug 5, 12 & 19 @ 10:30 AM Family Storytime
• Aug 5 @ 1:30 PM Dungeons and Dragons for Teens
• Aug 6, 13 & 20 @ 10:30 AM Tween Knit & Crochet Club
• Aug 6, 13, 20 & 27 @ 6:30 PM Knit and Crochet Club
• Aug 7 @ 2:00 PM Family Movie: The Little Mermaid
• Aug 10, 17, 24 & 31 @ 10:30 AM Fun and Games for Adults
• Aug 10 @ 2:00 PM Tidal Treasures
• Aug 10 @ 3:00 PM Intro to AI for Everyday Use
• Aug 12 & 26 @ 2:00 PM Adult Colouring Club
• Aug 14 @ 2:00 PM Visionnement en famille: Zootopia 2
• Aug 18 @ 2:00 PM Ferais-je un bon compagnon?
• Aug 19 @ 2:00 PM Watercolour Connect
• Aug 21 @ 2:00 PM Summer Reading Club Party
• Aug 24 @ 2:30 PM Introduction à l’IA, pour une utilisation quotidienne
• Jigsaw Drop in anytime during opening hours

More details can be found on the Ottawa Public Library Website.

Intro to AI for Everyday Use(English)

Monday Aug 10, 2026 at 3:00pm

Learn how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can support your everyday tasks, at work and in daily life. This beginner-friendly session introduces what AI is, how it’s used in common tools, and how it can help with writing emails, summarizing information, and improving communication.

Introduction à l’IA, pour une utilisation quotidienne (Francais)

Le lundi 24 août à 14 h 30

Découvrez comment l’intelligence artificielle (IA) peut vous aider dans vos tâches quotidiennes, tant au travail qu’ailleurs. Convenant aux débutantes et débutants, cette séance explique ce qu’est l’IA, l’usage qu’on peut en faire avec des outils communs et en quoi elle peut améliorer les communications et faciliter la rédaction de courriels et la synthèse d’information.

Area Events

Aug 6-9 Navan Fair

Aug 8 Community Time Capsule Photo

Aug 15 Dapo Fun Day @ Community Hall

Aug 15 Greater Avalon Summer Fun Fest

Aug 22 Queenswood Heights Music Festival

Aug 22 Cardinal Creek Movie in the Park

Aug 31 Electric Vehicle Council of Ottawa @ Community Hall

The BCA gratefully acknowledges the financial support of the City of Ottawa / Le ACB remercie sincèrement la Ville d’Ottawa de son soutien financier.

Thank you to the Friends of the Mer Bleue (FOMB) for their annual grant to support BCA activities.