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Signature features in Beaverbrook are the globe street lights on most home's front lawns and the lit square street corner signs.

Many people don't know that:

 - The City of  Ottawa is responsible for maintaining them, including changing the light bulbs. Just call 311.

 - Both the globe and street corner signs electrical supply is coming from YOUR home

 - Both lights are turned on/off by a light sensor typically located at the rear of the home.

If you have a street corner sign, you should be receiving an annual cheque from the City for the electrical rates.

While you could ask the City to replace the bulbs, we would highly recommend that you replace the bulbs with LED lighting to minimize the cost on your electrical bill.

 

 We do know of several cases where renovations have removed the light sensor and either the globe light doesn't work or is on all the time. We are looking into a retrofit sensor to be mounted on the globe light post. Let us know if you are interested.

We're also looking into refurbishing the square corner signs. Let us know what you think.

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The Ottawa Safety Council seeks part-time, seasonal Crossing Guards to assist in the safe passage of children at various intersections across Ottawa as part of the City of Ottawa School Zone Safety initiative.  Shifts last on average forty (40) minutes during morning and afternoon school bell times.  Crossing guards can expect to earn $ 16.50 per shift.

The successful candidate must have an intermediate command of spoken and written English (bilingualism an asset), be a skillful communicator, have a dedicated work ethic and possess a positive attitude. Our ideal candidate will have experience working with children, exemplary customer service and multi-tasking skills, and the ability to communicate via email.

If you are passionate and committed to your communities safety; if you enjoy working with children and being outdoors; if you’re interested in part-time work that gives you flexibility; this is the job for you!

To apply, please reach out to Erin Welch c/o the Ottawa Safety Council at 613-238-1513 ext.231 or by email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Candidates may also apply online through our “Get Involved” page .

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The project refreshing of the Beaverbrook signs at Steacie and on Campeau made the news recently (Kanata Kourier Article) and we're looking for Volunteers over the next 2 months and next spring as well. For those under 18, our local Scouts (1st Kanata) and Guides will be participating. For adults we're looking for those with carpentry or woodworking skills and those with experience in landscaping.

If you want to participate email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 

 

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This Tuesday, August 30th, visit the Beaverbrook Farm Stand for some great music and food. Kinburn Farms and Our Farms CSA have been bringing fresh meat and vegetables to the Beaverbrook Centre all summer. This week, the local and talented Mahoney Sisters will be performing. As well, you can enjoy samples of homemade ratatouille and pick up a recipe to try at home. Several restaurants that are within walking distance of Beaverbrook will be bringing samples, menus, and coupons.

The Farm Stand is located at the corner of Teron and Beaverbrook (Beaverbrook Centre) and runs every Tuesday between 3:30 pm and 6:30 pm.


Use a five dollar coupon, provided by Sustain Kanata North, to help with your purchase of local summer vegetables such as corn, tomatoes, eggplant and peppers. You can download and print it here, or pick one up at the Farm Stand. (Valid only for August 30th.)

The Farm Stand is a project of EnviroCentre's Sustain Kanata North. Over the summer, volunteers from the Sustain Kanata North action committee have been revitalizing Tom Thomson Park, which is next to the Mac's Milk on Teron Road. If you are interested in helping with this project and investigating the options for a community garden, children's garden, charity garden, etc., contact mailto:This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Our next work evening is Monday, August 29th at 6:30 pm in the park. Please feel free to drop by!

The volunteers and coordinator of the Sustain Kanata North project are very grateful for the on-going and significant support of the Kanata Beaverbrook Community Association. If you would like to find out more, sign up for our newsletter, visit our website, or follow us on Facebook.