A debit card was turned into the Lost and Found at the McKellar Park Fall Festival. If it was yours, please contact the McKellar Park Community Association at mpca.blog@gmail.com. MPCA Executive

courtesy Westboro Community Association and Samurai Ikebana Studio: A fundraiser for the Westboro Region Food Bank, Flowers for Food will be held Saturday, Sept. 26 from 10 am to 2 pm at the Westboro Legion, 389 Richmond Road. See a fabulous exhibit of ikebana - the art of Japanese flower arranging - PLUS you are invited to make your own bouquet to take home, attend a free flower arranging demo and try your luck at winning some handmade pottery. 

from Unitarian House, 20 Cleary Avenue: THURSDAY 17 SEPTEMBER 11:00 AM - 4 PMUNITARIAN HOUSE CLOTHING & JEWELLERY SALE Wide selection of quality, gently used clothing donated by friends of Unitarian House as well as Reitman’s, Northern Reflections, Cleo and Ricki’s. All proceeds support Unitarian House Residents' AssociationUnsold items will be distributed among local charitiesSandwiches/soup available for purchase at mid-daySales are CASH ONLY LOCATION: FOUNDER'S ROOM, 20 CLEARY AVE(N of Richmond Rd, one light E of Woodroffe Ave)

from Councillor Theresa Kavanagh's Bay Ward Bulletin: Sylvia TenniscoSturgeon Jade Rogers-Baptisterepresenting the Seven Grandfather Teachings As part of the LRT Stage 2 project at Sherbourne Station, two new art benches designed by emerging Anishinabe Algonquin artists have been installed in the Byron Linear Tramway Park. The benches are located on either side of Westminster Windermere Ave in the park.

via Canadian Food Inspection Agency: Join us for Tree Check Month in Ottawa! Date and time: Wednesday, August 26th, 2026, from 4 to 7pmLocation: Britannia Park Trolley Station (next to Ron Kolbus Lakeside Centre) Drop by to learn how to recognize signs of invasive species, get practical tips on keeping your trees healthy, and see how small actions can make a big difference for Ottawa’s urban canopy.

from Unitarian House, 20 Cleary Avenue: THURSDAY 30 JULY 11:00 AM - 4 PMUNITARIAN HOUSE ACCESSORIES & JEWELLERY SALE Wide selection of quality, gently used accessories donated by friends of Unitarian House as well as Reitman’s, Northern Reflections, Cleo and Ricki’s. All proceeds support Unitarian House Residents' AssociationUnsold items will be distributed among local charitiesSandwiches/soup available for purchase at mid-daySales are CASH ONLY LOCATION: FOUNDER'S ROOM, 20 CLEARY AVE(N of Richmond Rd, one light E of Woodroffe Ave)

from Dovercourt Recreation Centre: Registration for Summer Camps & swim lessons is open. Camps kicked off on June 29th. 2026 aquatic leadership, home alone, babysitting, and first aid courses are available for registration Summer session has begun: Register now for summer Fitness specialty & aquafitness Register now for summer sessional rec programs  Register for summer swim lessons Register for Fall swim lessons…

from Carlingwood Branch of the Ottawa Public Library: Summer Reading Club LEGO Party - Monday, July 6, 2:00pmDrop in and create with LEGO! What will you build? Free family program. No registration required. Bring your imagination! What lies beneath the Ocean? - Wed., July 8, 2:00pm, Ages 4-6Explore the mysteries of deepest and darkest depths of the ocean through these stories and activities.

from Dovercourt Recreation: Dovercourt operates three area wading pools: Westboro Kiwanis Park (at Dovercourt), Woodroffe (200 Lockhart Ave), and McKellar Park (539 Wavell Ave). Each wading pool will be open 5 days a week, but operating on different days.  Wading pool hours – Summer 2026 June 27 – August 28, 2026 2026 Hours   Dovercourtends Aug 28 McKellar

from Carlingwood shopping centre: Jun 26 - Jun 27 Carlingwood Turns 70 Step back in time and celebrate 70 years of community at Carlingwood Shopping Centre Join us for a special two-day celebration filled with FREE activities, entertainment, and family fun. From roller skating and face painting to vintage car displays, photobooth, cupcakes, and more, there is something for everyone to enjoy!

from OCTranspo: From July 1 until August 31, pre-teens and youth age 11-18 ride for free on OC Transpo buses, trains and Para Transpo. Where will you go? It’s easy to travel for free. Here’s how: Purchase a Presto card if you don’t already have one. Presto cards cost $4.00. You can buy one at participating Shoppers, Loblaws and Real Canadian Superstores. 

from Doors Open Ottawa: The Public Works Big Wheels Expo offers kids (and kids at heart!) an exciting chance to get a closer look at the trucks and equipment that put the “work” in our city’s public works. This is a twist to the traditional “Doors Open” offering: The City's Public Works Department is opening the doors of its mightiest machines so that kids across Ottawa can meet the fleet, climb into the driver’s seat, and keep dreaming BIG. 300 Coventry RoadSunday, June 7 20269:30 am to 12:30 pm

Some of the many ongoing and upcoming programs and events at the Carlingwood branch of the Ottawa Public Library: Special Programs Travelling and Connecting with Nature - Monday, June 1, 6:00pm - RegisterJoin Carole Gobeil, world traveller, as she shares her passion for connecting with nature from Antarctica to Papua New Guinea. Teen Exam Cram — June 1 to 26, All Day…

McKellar Park Community Association Annual General Meeting will be held Sunday June 7, 20267:00 PM to 8:30 PMMcKellar Park Fieldhouse539 Wavell Avenue Help shape your community! Meet with Councillor Theresa Kavanagh and Westboro Business Improvement Association’s Judy Lincoln Learn more about Ottawa's new zoning bylaw We'll have maps to view of proposed tree plantings : along Byron from Sherbourne station to the west, for the KZM from Woodroffe to Kichi Sibi (Dominion) station

Unitarian House Summer Clothing & Jewellery SaleThursday, 21 May, 11:00 AM - 4 PM Wide selection of quality, gently used garments donated Reitman’s, Northern Reflections, Ricki’s & Cleo, and friends of Unitarian HouseAll proceeds support Unitarian House Residents' Association. Unsold items will be distributed among local charitiesSandwiches/soup available for purchase at mid-day. Sales are CASH ONLYLOCATION: FOUNDER'S ROOM, 20 CLEARY AVE (N of Richmond Rd, one light E of Woodroffe Ave)

From the Ottawa Farmers' Market website: Westboro Farmers' Market Byron Linear ParkMay 16 – October 31, 20269:00 AM – 3:00 PM From the heart of the land to the heart of Westboro! 60+ local vendors will be back in beautiful Byron Linear Park every Saturday starting May 16th, 2026. Stroll under the canopy of trees while you shop for the freshest seasonal produce, meat & dairy, baked goods, prepared foods, crafts, and more.

…Saturday, May 9th, by Ukrainian Women's Association of Canada:

The City of Ottawa has some specific rules about landscaping and hardscaping, some fairly recent, and has published on the City site a guide for learning about these rules and requirements: Whether it is installing a pool, building a fence, adding a new driveway, or beautifying your backyard, the Landscaping education guide includes important information to assist you with your landscaping and hardscaping projects.

excerpts from City of Ottawa's "Community Gardens and Community-Led Greening Initiatives" site: Community-led Greening Initiatives and Gardening Program Grow together. Green together. Build community. The City of Ottawa supports residents in creating and maintaining community gardens and greening projects on City-owned land. These initiatives bring people together, improve neighbourhoods, and help care for the environment Purpose of the Community-led Greening Initiatives and Gardening Program…

from Councillor Theresa Kavanagh’s March 27th Bay Ward Bulletin: Potholes!  Every year, potholes form as a result of the freeze-thaw cycles of winter. Potholes are formed by a combinatio…

Following the library's March break programs we posted on Sunday, these just announced for April: Special Programs ‘Thriving Solo’ with The Council of AgingApril 13, 1:30pmA workshop to consider the benefits, challenges, joys, and concerns of navigating life as a single, older adult.REGISTER Tween Monthly: Design Your Own MugApril 15, 4:00pm, Ages 10-14Explore painting on glass by creating a design on your own glass mug.

Two upcoming Easter-related events at the Ukrainian Church, 1000 Byron Avenue: Pysanka BingoFriday, March 27, 6 PM - 10 PM Join us for our annual Ukrainian supper featuring varenyky (perogies) with sides & dessert, bingo games featuring Ukrainian Easter egg prizes, raffle, cash bar, and free parking! Tickets at Annual Easter Market!Saturday, April 4, 10 AM – 2 PM…

All proceeds support charitable projects at the Unitarian House Residence here in McKellar Park. THURS 19 MARCH 11:00 AM - 4 PM:UNITARIAN HOUSE SPRING CLOTHING  & JEWELLERY SALE Wide selection of quality, gently used accessories donated by friends of Unitarian House. All proceeds support Unitarian House Residents' Association. Unsold items will be distributed among local charities. Sandwiches/soup available for purchase at mid-day. Sales are CASH ONLY. LOCATION: FOUNDER'S ROOM, 20 CLEARY AVE(N of Richmond Rd, one light E of Woodroffe Ave)

The Civic Hospital Neighbourhood Association invites us to attend an event: Title: Built Heritage and Health Care: A new future for a century-old Civic Hospital and its Nurses’ Residence When: March 11, 2026 at 6:30 PM Where: Kitchissippi United Church (630 Island Park Drive, Ottawa, ON) With the advent of the new Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus, the future of the historic 1924 Civic Hospital and former Nurses’ Residence – now the Parkdale Clinic – remains unclear.

Ukrainian Pysanka (Easter egg) Workshops The Ukrainian Women’s Association Ottawa Branch invites you to join us for our annual Ukrainian Pysanka workshops. This year we are offering workshops…

Several items of likely interest from newsletters of our Bay Ward Councillor, Theresa Kavanagh (subscribe or read online) and of Kitchissippi Councillor Jeff Leiper (subscribe or watch YouTube video): From Theresa's newsletter Winterlude is here! Ride the Sno-bus for free Going to Winterlude this year? Ride the Sno-Bus for free to several official Winterlude sites! Sno-Bus service information…

Some of the many ongoing and upcoming programs and events at the Carlingwood branch of the Ottawa Public Library: New and Special Programs coming up at Carlingwood All libraries will be closed on Monday, February 16 for Family Day.  Winter Olympics Watch Party: Opening Ceremonies Friday, February 6, 1:30pm Join us for a special screening of the Opening Ceremonies from the Winter Olympic Games!

another from the Kitchissippi Weekly newsletter of Councillor Jeff Leiper: Coldest Night of the Year – Yeti Set Go – Save the Date! On February 28, Ottawa’s Westboro Village has something to celebr…

from the Kitchissippi Weekly newsletter of Councillor Jeff Leiper: You can’t change what you don’t understand.Is it time to deepen your understanding of the causes and consequences of climate change? Are you ready to explore how you can respond in a meaningful and impactful way? Whether you’re a climate novice or an expert, a Climate Fresk Workshop is for you.

The Ottawa-Carleton District School Board has recently announced that it will not allow new students to enroll at Churchill Alternative Public School. This creates a situation where the school will likely be closed and possibly sold in the next few years. This reverses the previous decision which would have allowed Kindergarten Early French Immersion students to enroll at Churchill for Fall 2026 and therefore allow for a stream of new students at Churchill as the Alternative Program is phased out.

Some of the many ongoing and upcoming programs and events at the Carlingwood branch of the Ottawa Public Library: New and Special Programs coming up at Carlingwood Teen Film Tuesdays: "Teen Spirit"Tuesday January 13, 3:00pm, for teens ages 13-18 Drop in and spend your Tuesday afternoons after school at the library with friends, snacks, and great films! Each month we'll be showing a different movie—ranging from coming-of-age favourites, to laugh-out-loud comedies, and exciting adventures.

Good news for folks looking to skate over the holidays, we’re told “the McKellar Rink ice is good to go and getting better!”

from Dovercourt Recreation Association: Get ready for Winter! The busy holiday season is almost here! Just a reminder that registration for Dovercourt's winter programs is open. Browse the website, book now, enjoy your holidays, and you'll be all set for a fun and active winter season. Here's a recap of program and registration info: • Winter registration is open for all programs including recreation, monthly rec workshops, fitness, and swim lessons.

more local celebrations and benefit events, via Councillor Theresa Kavanagh's recent Bay Ward Bulletin: Toy Mountain at Carlingwood Toy Mountain is back at Carlingwood Shopping Centre, and we need your help to make this holiday season brighter for children in need! 🎁 From now until December 19, we’re inviting you to spread some holiday cheer by donating new, unwrapped toys at our convenient donation station, located near Centre Court by Entrance #4.

from the Friends of Churchill volunteer group that works out of Churchill Senior Centre: Last Christmas Day, thanks to your kindness we were able to bring comfort and joy to many. We served 400+ meals, with about as many people who came plus 78 volunteers. The number far exceeded the number of people allowed under the city's so-called Occupant Load bylaw and we had to look for a larger venue.

Elbows Up! Choral ConcertSunday, December 7, 1 pm Food Cupboard Benefit ConcertWednesday, December 10, 6:30 pm

The recent Bay Ward Bulletin highlights a number of local holiday events, some listed below. Thanks to Councillor Theresa Kavanagh for bringing these to our attention. Community Giving Tree We wanted to share this great opportunity to give back to seniors in our community this holiday season. Thank you to the Woodpark, Whitehaven, Carlingwood, and Queensway Terrace North Community Associations for organizing…

shared by Councillor Theresa Kavanagh's Bay Ward office: Our office would like to share a road closure notice. This is not a full closure. The road will remain open to local traffic. Please see details below: