Mar 13, 2025
Why a seed exchange? It’s a great way for gardeners to pass along their favourite plants, flowers and vegetables to their neighbours. And, as more and more people want to introduce native plants to their properties to help local pollinators, they need access to...
Apr 15, 2024
Please join the Friends of Carlington and Hampton Park this Saturday, April 20, 2024 between 10:00 and 1:00 pm for Earth Day at Hampton Park. They are opening their nature-themed little library, called The Hampton Nature Nook / Le Coin écolo d’Hampton, followed...
Apr 1, 2024
The City has launched the Engage Ottawa site for the Tree Planting Strategy and the first consultation piece, a survey on tree planting programs. What is the Tree Planting Strategy? The Tree Planting Strategy is the feature project of Ottawa’s Urban Forest Management...
Apr 1, 2024
Consider buying a rain barrel from a local rain barrel fundraiser! You can support local groups in raising money for a good cause while at the same time improving how stormwater is managed around your home. By installing a rain barrel, you help prevent harmful runoff...
Oct 20, 2023
There was beautiful weather for the Cleaning the Capital event in Carlington this past October 14. Thank you to all who participated in this year’s clean-up. The CCA bought some long-handled garbage grabbers, which were useful. It was commented that this year is...
May 20, 2023
The CCA and W.E. Gowling School are hosting the Annual Plant and Yard Sale this year! Join us on Saturday, June 17, from 10.00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at W.E. Gowling School for the W.E. Gowling School Fair. Proceeds from the School Fair will support the W.E. Gowling Play...
