Read the WVCA's formal submission to the City on the new Zoning By-law!

This past week, the Wellington Village Community Association sent formal comments to the City of Ottawa about the proposed new Zoning By-law. 

You can read our submission at: Click this link

You can also read more on the proposed By-law here: https://engage.ottawa.ca/zoning

We invite community members to read about the impact of the proposed By-law on our community and our efforts to ensure that it respects and reflects the longstanding character and features of our neighbourhood. We also encourage you to send your own comments to newzoning@ottawa.ca - this is your opportunity to be heard! 

(A big thank you to our new Wellington Village Real Estate and Development Subcommittee on all their ongoing hard work on the proposed By-law!)

Call for Interest! The NEW WVCA Real Estate and Development Subcommittee

The WVCA is happy to announce the formation of a new subcommittee, the "Real Estate and Development Subcommittee". This committee will advise the WVCA board on issues related to planning and development in Wellington Village. 

The Subcommittee will meet on the second Thursday of each month from 6:00-7:00 p.m.  The first meeting of the new Subcommittee will be held at Fisher Park School on Thursday November 14th, from 6:00-7:00 p.m. in Room 112.

If you would like to join the Subcommittee, or have any questions, please email at  WVCAdev@gmail.com

(Above map source: https://ottawa.ca/en/planning-development-and-construction/maps-and-zoning/new-zoning-law-3d-interactive-map#section-0794131e-b1d3-455a-903f-95153916d688)

Byron Path Pumpkin Parade!

The WVCA is a proud sponsor of the Byron Path Pumpkin Parade, a long-running tradition in Wellington Village! Be sure to come by at dusk on November 1st to view the long line of pumpkins between Granville Avenue and Island Park Drive! Drop off your pumpkins throughout the day of November 1st and volunteers will set them up!

This event is generously co-hosted and sponsored by Councillor Jeff Leiper.

Note, we also need a few last volunteers to help early on the morning of November 2nd!  We need help with the removal of non-organics (candles, etc.) on the morning after the parade. If you can help, please come to Byron Linear Park on Saturday November 2nd around 7 a.m. Thank you in advance!

WVCA Board Meeting (in-person) - Thursday September 26th at 7:30 p.m.

Good day,

The WVCA is holding its next board meeting next Thursday (September 26th), from 7:30-9:00 p.m.

We meet at Fisher Park School (250 Holland Avenue). Use the doors at the Holland Avenue end. When you enter, go down the hallway to your right and it will be one of the first classrooms on your left (room 112)

Community residents are welcome to attend.

The board will be discussing updates on all of the neighbourhood issues we've been tracking on, with a particular emphasis on the proposed new zoning by-law and Tunney's Pasture re-development. 

Save the date! WVCA AGM - Tuesday May 28th! + Two other Don't-Miss events this Saturday!

Good day neighbours!

We have been long overdue to hold an AGM for our community association, but a date has finally been set! Come join us on Tuesday May 28th  at 7:30 p.m. at Fisher Park School (room 111). We will hear from Kitchissippi Councillor Jeff Leiper and have time for a Q&A with him, as well as a short local history presentation from Dave Allston on the early days of Wellington Village.

We need board members! Please consider joining the WVCA board to help support the work that we are doing. Whether you have one particular area you'd like to contribute to, or help us in multiple areas, we could use you! Our board has dropped from as high as 15 members pre-Covid to about 7 now. It is not enough, and honestly, there is growing risk that our WVCA may fold sometime soon. Learn more about what being a board member is all about during the AGM. We'll be glad to answer any questions you may have.

Here is our poster for the event! Please click on it to open it up and view all the details:

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This Saturday May 11th there are two big events happening in our community that the WVCA is proud to support: Spring into Active Parkways! Select your method of transportation and meet up at the Rink of Dreams at City Hall for a community meet-up at 11 a.m.!

... And, 2024 is the 100th Anniversary of the opening of Parkdale Market! This Saturday May 11th, the Market will officially open for its centennial year with opening ceremonies at 1 p.m. on the big stage in the park behind the Market. 

For more information on Saturday's event you can check out: https://parkdalepublicmarket.ca/events

The following was information shared through the Kitchissippi Times from the Parkdale Public Market team last week, in case you missed it! 

100 Years of Parkdale Public Market: Join the Celebration The Parkdale Public Market team, in collaboration with the ByWard Market District Authority (BMDA), is proud to invite readers of the Kitchissippi Times to the Parkdale Public Market's 100th season! We’ve planned a season of significance with programming that commemorates our history while also celebrating our bright future! Established in 1924 as the West End Market, the Parkdale Public Market has stood as a testament to resilience, enduring decades of change while remaining a beacon of tradition and vitality. The Parkdale Public Market has evolved alongside our city, adapting to the needs of generations while persevering as an important public space. This centennial season will have something for everyone to enjoy!  Highlights of the celebration include:  Centennial Season Opening Ceremonies: Join us on Saturday, May 11, at 1 p.m. for a special ceremony launching the 100th season of the Parkdale Public Market! Parkdale Night Market: Every Wednesday from 5 to 9 p.m., join us for a bustling market featuring shopping, street food vendors, and live music in the park! The night market runs weekly from June 5 to October 9. 100th Birthday Party: Our official 100th anniversary is on Wednesday, July 10th, and we are throwing ourselves a birthday party! You won’t want to miss the Parkdale night market of the century. It’ll get your friends and neighbours talking! Our 100th Harvest: On Wednesday, October 9th, we’ll mark our final night market of the season with a special market honouring the 100 years of harvest our community has shared together The Parkdale Public Market team is dedicated to paving the way for the future success of our public spaces by embracing our fondness for traditional markets while also setting an eye to unique and engaging offerings that will reinvigorate and reignite the tradition of going to market! Celebrate the past and anticipate the future with us at the Parkdale Public Market.  Make sure to stop by 366 Parkdale Avenue to shop, eat, and share in the celebration this season and next! The Parkdale Public Market is open daily from May through October.  We look forward to seeing you at the Parkdale Public Market’s centennial celebration! With gratitude, The Parkdale Public Market Team

WVCA February News!

Greetings neighbours!

There are two important engagement opportunities that the WVCA would like residents to take note of.  

And thank you in advance for your involvement in shaping our neighbourhood! 

Spencer parkette design and name consultation

City parks staff are seeking the community’s input regarding the design of a future neighbourhood park located at the corner of Huron Avenue North and Spencer Street. Two concept plans and a survey are posted here on Engage Ottawa. This future parkette will be a great addition to the area between Holland, Scott, Island Park and Wellington and Councillor Leiper and the WVCA would encourage residents to review the plans and provide input. Note that the consultation will close March 6th. 

The parkette will also need a name! 

Please send your name suggestions in an email to Councillor Leiper’s office: jeff.leiper@ottawa.ca and/or alice.fyfe@ottawa.ca.

10 Garrison rezoning open house

The property owner of 10 Garrison Street is planning to bring forward an application for a zoning by-law amendment to construct a three-storey low-rise apartment building with a total of 10 dwelling units. 

This proposed redevelopment would involve demolition of the existing single-detached home on the site which is located adjacent to the Metro grocery store and west of Western Avenue (and just north of Wellington Street). This is noteworthy as it is the first time that the current Board of the WVCA has seen a proposal to convert a single home to a 10-unit dwelling on a residential street. 

Councillor Leiper’s office will be hosting a virtual Open House with the community on Tuesday, March 5, 2024 at 6:30 pm to provide an opportunity for the applicant team to share information on the proposal, and answer questions that neighbours may have. The WVCA plans to have representation at this meeting. 

You can read more details and access information regarding the Zoom link here on the Kitchissippi Ward website.

 

Events in Wellington Village… 

• Elmdale Book Fair is on now!  Feb 23rd 9am to 9pm & Feb 24th 9am to 4pm. 49 Iona St.  

• Fisher Park Outdoor Rink Party!  Saturday Feb 24th at the ODR. Swiftie skate at 6pm followed by Disco skate at 7:30pm 

• If you are hosting a community event please let us know - we are happy to amplify your event through our channels! 

 

Calls to action… 

The WVCA always needs more community volunteers, especially those with website expertise or interest in event planning. Please reach out! 

• Membership support: You’re already a member just by living within the boundaries!  As always, we appreciate your support to help us run or sponsor events and engage with residents. $10 is the suggested membership fee, but the WVCA appreciates any/all support. We’re happy to pick up a cheque or you can e-transfer:  wvca.ottawa.treasurer@gmail.com

*Please include your contact details in the message section to let us know how to reach you—we’d like to confirm and give thanks.

• Spread the news! Please share this newsletter with Wellington Village neighbours. Sign up for our communications on the landing page of our website. 

Join us at our next meeting!

Our next meeting is planned for March 21st at 7:30PM. There will be a guest presentation from the City of Ottawa on the topic of parking. Follow our social media channels for details or send us an email to ensure you get the invite.

We’re better together!

 

How to find us: 

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w: www.wvca.ca

f: WVCAOTTAWA

t: @theWVCA

 

WVCA Board Meeting (in-person) - Thursday February 22nd at 7:30 p.m.

Good day,

The WVCA is holding its next board meeting next Thursday (February 22nd), from 7:30-9:00 p.m.

We meet at Fisher Park School (250 Holland Avenue). Use the doors at the Holland Avenue end. When you enter, go down the hallway to your right and it will be one of the first classrooms on your left (room 112)

Community residents are welcome to attend.