Outdoor Rink (ODR) is now OPEN

by | Jan 22, 2024 | News

Greetings.

The ODR Rink is OPEN. Please note the Change Room is only unlocked when Rink Monitors are present.

Hours of Operation:

M-F: 4pm-9pm
Weekends: Noon-9pm

Ice Maintenance performed nightly from 9pm-11pm, and as needed throughout the day.

The ODR is operated by neighborhood VOLUNTEERS. If you are interested in volunteering your time please contact rink@qualicum.org

Outdoor Rink (ODR) 2023-2024 Season

by | Dec 23, 2023 | News

Greetings!

With snow and colder weather approaching, our thoughts turn to the neighborhood outdoor rink!

We are looking for both Adult volunteers and Student workers (rink maintenance and rink monitor). Having a strong group of volunteers and workers goes a long way towards a successful skating season.

Please email rink@qualicum.org for additional information or if interested.

  • Adult Night Worker (volunteer)
    • Fully “own” an assigned night, overseeing snow removal and surface flooding
    • In case of absence, responsible for finding an Adult replacement
    • Manage and coordinate assigned student workers, finding replacement student worker if a student is unavailable
  • Adult Helper (volunteer)
    • Assist with pre-season base ice layer. Requires light water flooding throughout various times of the day
    • Help with snow removal after heavy snowfall. Work is typically done in the morning after a snowfall.
    • Nightly rink maintenance assistance if available
  • Student Helpers – Rink Maintenance (paid)
    • Perform ice surface maintenance, 9pm-10:30pm nightly
    • Includes shovelling, snow blower operation, water hose setup/tear-down, flooding, etc
    • Need students assigned to specific nights, as well as additional workers during snow storms
  • Student Helpers – Rink Monitor (paid)
    • Monitor/observe skating activities when the rink is open (approx 4pm – 9pm M-F and 12:00-9pm weekends)
    • Perform light shoveling/snow removal
    • Check on change room (if open)

Social Bridge Group

by | Sep 11, 2023 | News

We invite you to join our relaxed social bridge group each Tuesday from 11:00 am until approx. 2:00 pm

Graham Park Community Centre, 48 Nanaimo Dr., Qualicum.

Just drop in. No need to sign up or have a partner.

We accommodate extras or table deficits accordingly.

Your $1 contribution provides coffee, tea and a tasty treat, plus prizes for the top 3 scores, the most honest player, bonus prizes for slams and 24 hands of fun bridge.

There is no instruction available; we assume you have a good understanding of standard bridge conventions.

Mostly on-street parking.

2946 Baseline Development: public meeting

by | Jul 15, 2023 | News

We are seeing our first major development application come to the College Ward office since I was elected. At 2946 Baseline, Brigil is asking for a rezoning to permit for two high rise towers at 32 and 28 stories respectively, and a 9-story mid rise building (Application Details – Development Applications Search (ottawa.ca). We are inviting residents to an online open house on July 19thfrom 7-830pm.

RSVP at Laine Johnson – 2946 Baseline Open House

This is your opportunity to learn more about the proposed zoning bylaw amendment so that you can inform your comments to Kieran Watson, the lead planner on the file (Development applications feedback form | City of Ottawa). The first round of comments are due by July 31, but there will be additional opportunity to comment between now and the final report to Planning and Housing Committee later this year.

For myself, I have concerns about the proposed height and massing at this site. A 32-story building would be the first of its kind in the area.

It does meet the City’s Official Plan criteria, which permits up to 40 stories on a main street with the appropriate right-of-way width from the road, which Baseline allows. However, the planning context sees more mid-rise buildings in this area, and so high-rises would need to demonstrate consistency. This could be resolved through a reimagining of the podium, currently at 6 stories, or a revisit of the proposed transitions to the surrounding neighbourhood.

I am also concerned about the implications for transportation, given this site is quite a distance from the nearest major transit station at Algonquin College. Since there are so few amenities, one can only imagine that people will be using their cars for many trips and we want to see viable mode share targets through the area.

The Baseline Rapid Transit Corridor will alleviate some of that congestion over time and I look forward to the timing of that corridor with the final construction of this project. As currently conceived, the project would be completed by 2030.

Now Hiring: Program Director for QGP After School Program

by | Jun 28, 2023 | News

The QGP Community Association is looking to hire a Program Director for its After School Program at 48 Nanaimo Drive starting in September 2023.
The job is part-time (15-20 hours/week) and the successful candidate must be available weekdays from approximately 2:30 – 5:30 PM (exact time depends on school and bus schedules). Position involves 3-5 weekly administrative hours in addition.
QPGCA is an established community association in the Qualicum – Graham Park Area in Nepean. QPGCA runs a range of community programmes including a highly successful after-school community programme (Kids’ Club) which has for been in place for over 25 years. Our mission is to provide a daily after school programme for children in our neighbourhood, where up to 30 children in Grades 1 to 6 can safely play, develop social skills, build friendships, explore and develop important life-skills, by means of indoor and outdoor games and activities.
The programme employs sufficient adult staff to meet legal ratios, and local high school students in support. Kids’ Club is an important and highly valued community-building programme.
The Kids’ Club Programme Director (KCPD) will be required to manage the daily programme, meeting its business and legal requirements. The Director reports to the Board annually.
Managing the daily programme
  • Ensuring that the Kids’ Club programme maintains an emotionally and physically safe environment for children and staff;
  • Ensuring that health and safety rules are followed;
  • Ensuring adequate and responsible supervision of children;
  • Managing participant behaviour in a positive and supportive manner;
  • Developing a programme of recreational activities that balances time for free play with more structured indoor and outdoor games and activities. This may include homework support;
  • Ensuring children and their families are properly informed and prepared for participation in the programme and any special events through communication. This may include newsletters or other regular communication;
  • Cultivating positive relationships with parents, caregivers and other key community stakeholders;
  • Liaises with City of Ottawa about any site maintenance issues;
  • Tracks and maintains all equipment and supplies used by Kids’ Club; and
  • Collaborates with QGPCA on program delivery to align Kids’ Club with the association’s goals in relation to the afterschool program

Managing the Business

  • Creating staff schedules;
  • Keeping accurate records of attendance for both staff and children, with accurate documenting of any incidents of concern;
  • Recruiting and supervision of participants, and staff;
  • Assisting QGPCA treasurer in ensuring budgetary compliance and submission of any required documents or reports to funding sources;
  • Ensuring that student attendance and financial information is properly collected and delivered to QGPCA treasurer, on a monthly basis;
  • Completing timesheets accurately and submitting to Payroll on time;
  • Maintaining accurate records on site (i.e., file box, staff files, program flyers, materials, schedules, programme curriculum and incident documentation)
  • Purchasing supplies and equipment as required and maintaining financial records of purchases

Managing Legal and Regulatory Requirements

  • Ensuring that the program meets all compliance and safety requirements set forth by QGPCA and is compliant with applicable legislation and regulations;
  • Ensuring site is compliant with all applicable and required regulations;
  • Monitoring and ensuring all program compliance, including, but not limited to, student registration, ratios, attendance tracking, IDs etc.; and
  • Reporting site injuries, incidents of concern or complaints via appropriate forms and immediately communicate incidents to parents and QGPCA. Where appropriate contact City of Ottawa.
  • Monitoring and ensuring all program compliance, including, but not limited to, student registration, ratios, attendance tracking, IDs etc.; and
  • Reporting site injuries, incidents of concern or complaints via appropriate forms and immediately communicate incidents to parents and QGPCA. Where appropriate contact City of Ottawa.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Secondary school diploma
  • Preferred to be pursuing or completed post-secondary qualification. Preference might be given to applicants with a focus on Education, Psychology, or Social Work;
  • Experience working with children, in early year education, supervisory experience or other relevant experience;
  • Reliable, organized and punctual, with superior organizational and time management skills;
  • An understanding of child behaviour and experience with behaviour management strategies;
  • Ability to resolve conflicts and negotiate solutions, with a focus on team leadership;
  • Good communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills with proven ability to interact with a diverse range of individuals both in person and digitally; and
  • Up to date First Aid certificate and Vulnerable Sector check;

QPGCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Compensation will be commensurate with education and experience.
Disclaimer: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.
Enquiries, expressions of interest and resumes should be sent to: president@qualicum.org