Congratulations on your new place! Choosing a new home and community can be one of the most exciting yet overwhelming life events we encounter. Now that your home is ready to move-in, it’s only natural to want to celebrate with family and friends. Here are some tips for hosting a housewarming party: Simplicity Don’t worry too much about having all of your boxes unpacked and staging your home to look flawless. In this case, your [...]

Ensure that your home is safe for you and your family going forward. Whether you’ve lived in your home for a while or have recently just moved in, safeguarding your family by maintaining your home’s safety is of the utmost importance. This way, you can prevent dangerous situations from occurring and if an accident does arise, you’ll have the proper tools nearby to address the situation. Prevent falls Falling is a common accident both in [...]

The New Year is upon us and many people use this as an opportunity to turn over a new leaf by becoming more active. Regular exercise has incredible health benefits that can improve your mood, lessen the risks of chronic diseases and improve sleep quality. We’ve all heard of the many advantages of exercise but it can be difficult to know where to begin; especially during the harsh winter months where many outdoor activities are [...]

The holidays are all about spending time with your friends and family. It’s when our dark winter nights are transformed into a winter wonderland with colourful lights, cheerful music and plenty of festivities – no wonder it’s called the most wonderful time of the year! Make the most of this holiday season by visiting these nearby activities: Holidays at the zoo On December 15, from 9-11 a.m. have breakfast at the Tundra Grill in Assiniboine [...]

On October 16, 2019 Qualico Communities and Landmark hosted an open house to provide RidgeWood West residents with a general update on development progress in the neighbourhood. Topics included: - An upcoming hearing for DASZ 32/2019 for a re-zoning and subdivision to create 10 single family building lots; - An upcoming DASZ application for lands in the southwest corner of RidgeWood West which will be acquired from the Province of Manitoba; - The construction of a cellular [...]

The Manitoba Home Builders' Association (MHBA), has put on another fantastic Fall Parade of Homes! This annual exhibition displays 137 show homes from a variety of 38 builders to showcase the best in home design and construction throughout our province. Parade of Homes supplies visitors with an abundance of home styles and layouts from both premium and custom home builders. It also provides an opportunity to explore emerging neighbourhoods and the chance to speak with [...]

All of the hard work from the RidgeWood West Residents’ Association has finally paid off! On Monday September 16, 2019 members of the RidgeWood West Residents’ Association and neighbours of the community celebrated the unveiling of the new RidgeWood West playground. Over 400 guests stopped by to enjoy free ice cream from Sargent Sundae as well as, face painting and glitter tattoos for the kids. This event was a huge success for the RidgeWood West [...]

A new cell tower is coming to RidgeWood West in order to enhance the wireless network capacity and coverage around the community and into RidgeWood South. The structure will be located off of Wilkes Avenue, West of Charleswood Road. Bell MTS has worked closely with Qualico Communities to ensure the look of the cell tower complements the community’s aesthetic. The materials for construction are set to arrive on site September 23, with the tower arriving mid-October. [...]

If you’re planning on staying close to Ridgewood West this Canada Day, fear not because there are a ton of nearby festivities celebrating Canada’s 152nd anniversary. Assiniboine Park Visit Assiniboine Park from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Lyric Stage for free family-friendly programing with a culturally diverse showcase of music and talent. There will also be face painting, bouncy castles and some well-known children’s characters. Read the full schedule here. Assiniboia Downs Spend [...]

When moving into a new community, it can be helpful for residents to get to know their neighbours to form a sense of belonging. One way of doing this is by joining a community association. What a community association is: Also known as a residents’ association, community associations are formed when groups of neighbours come together to share their ideas and work cooperatively to make their neighbourhood a better place to live. The benefits of [...]