Over the past 50 years, Qualico Communities has developed many new neighbourhoods in and around Winnipeg. Several years ago, we teamed up with Native Plant Solutions, a branch of Ducks Unlimited Canada, to raise the bar for environmental responsibility and evolve the landscaping practices in our communities, particularly regarding storm water runoff and retention, and parklands. The result has been integrated systems of native grasses, shoreline vegetation and wetlands, creating communities conducive to the cycles of nature and offering stunning natural landscapes for residents to enjoy.

The native grasses and wetlands in Oak Bluff West help create a healthier neighbourhood and offer stunning natural landscapes for residents to enjoy and offer a host of benefits:

• Require no watering or fertilizer and much less mowing
• Require little-to-no pesticide use
• Aid in reducing soil erosion due to wind or water
• Provide habitat and shelter for birds and animals
• Absorb carbon from the air and help purify the soil
• Provide texture and colour change with the seasons
• Not attractive to Canada Geese or gophers

Please note: native grasses in public areas should not be disturbed in any way.

On Tuesday, July 15th Qualico Communities hosted an Open House for the residents of Oak Bluff. Here are the answers to most of the questions that came up during the Open House.

For those who were unable to attend the July 15th Open House or would like to further review the presented plans you may access a summary of the information.

Tuesday, July 15th, 2014 Qualico Communities is hosting an Open House for the residents of Oak Bluff on the development of Oak Bluff West and the integration of community facilities. Topics will include the overall master plan, pathway network, Oak Bluff Recreation Club and school plan, future playgrounds, landscaping, and major transportation links.

Have or know a child or children who love creative art activities? For one week children aged seven to 11 of the Rural Municipalities of MacDonald & Headingley are welcomed to participate in a safe, fun, and exciting one week Summer Camp for Creative Kids! This year’s program is different than last years and each day a new theme will be explored through various mediums including music, dance, drama, visual arts, and crafts taught by an experienced teacher. Students will have daily works of art and crafts to take home and share.