It has been a HOT summer and with this trend expected to continue, consider grabbing a cool treat and support a local Barrhaven business! Whether you like a fancy treat with all the fixings or a simple cone, there is something for everyone! Burgers and Shakes With countless options and milkshakes made to order, you …
This summer is definitely looking different for families but that doesn’t mean that the kids can’t have some fun! Some Barrhaven businesses are offering great options to keep the kids busy this summer (at home or outside of the home) while ensuring that everyone stays safe. Not sure where to start? Check out this list! …
Summer is here and with Ottawa being in Stage 2, patios are allowed to reopen! Barrhaven has no shortage of patios with many businesses having created new ones while dine in is not allowed. If you are heading out to a patio, make sure to follow the guidelines set out by the establishment and always …
The COVID-19 crisis is without a doubt one of the biggest challenges that our businesses will ever face. In a time of uncertainty, we are excited to see some innovation on the part of local businesses to shift their business model in order to operate in ways that they never have before. While this may …
As part of drafting its new Official Plan, the City of Ottawa is trying to determine how to best plan for the additional 400,000 people who will live here by 2046. The Barrhaven Business Improvement Area (BBIA) recently submitted a report to the City of Ottawa’s Planning and ARAC Committees in support of the Balanced …
Meet Hunter, our first Barrhaven “Kid” Insider! As we are approaching March Break, we thought we’d find out what kids like to do around here; whether you’re sticking around for a “stay-cation” or just looking for something to do on the weekends, Hunter has the inside scoop to stay in the community and #shoplocal! Hunter …
Future Barrhaven Transit Oriented Development Campanale Group is looking for interested parties for the development of lands in the area of Longfields Drive and the Transit Way. They are looking to explore any large scale business opportunities at the conceptual stage. This is vacant land and is approximately 2 years away from development so they …
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The City is rewriting its Official Plan, which is the strategic document that describes how the city will grow over time. Using feedback gathered during the vast consultations all over the City, Planning staff have built upon the 5 big moves report and have published the Council approved Preliminary Policy Directions. The Preliminary Policy Directions include: A new framework of urban designations …
The big game is only a couple of days away; do you have plans? Whether you’re staying at home with friends and family or looking to head out to enjoy the game at a bar or restaurant, many Barrhaven businesses have great promotions and events. As always, we encourage you to shop local and here …
City of Ottawa – Project Update Strandherd Drive is being widened to a four-lane cross section from Maravista Drive to Jockvale Road in Barrhaven. The project is approximately 3.3 kilometres in length. It will provide capacity for existing and future traffic volumes during peak periods and facilitate the movement of cyclists and pedestrians through the …
