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Beneficial gardens: Why garden
As the sun begins to linger longer and temperatures start to rise, many people are craving more time outside. It’s no surprise as the outdoors can do wonders for relieving anxiety and stress. Countless studies have proven that nature has a positive effect on our mental health; What you see, hear and experience in nature […]
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Sustainability beyond our communities
Qualico Communities is proud to announce that we are renewing our partnership with the Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) for another three-year term. As an extension of our values in improving the environmental sustainability of our neighbourhoods, Qualico Communities proudly supports conservation science and the stewardship of the NCC in their engagement of community members […]
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Developing healthy wetlands
On September 27, representatives across Canada gathered in Sage Creek to learn about the design and construction of naturalized wetland systems. This Sage Creek tour was part of a two-day field workshop on naturalized stormwater retention ponds. Over 50 attendees, including municipal representatives and private development companies attended. Among these representatives were industry members from […]
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The Many Benefits of Limestone Trails
New communities are being designed to be walkable with the goal of encouraging active lifestyles. Qualico Communities are the same way, but are also designed to improve sustainability. Limestone trails, as opposed to paved trails, provide many benefits to each community, giving back to the natural surroundings, pets and residents alike. Here are a few: […]
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Earth Day – Creating More Sustainable Communities and How You Can Help
Working to build more sustainable communities in Winnipeg, Qualico re-introduces native plants and grasses into new developments, preserving existing natural elements, creating walkable communities and using as many locally-sourced materials as possible (such as the crushed limestone on the trails). These features are designed to naturally filter water run-off before it flows into city basins, […]
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Spring Garden Essentials
Spring is hot on our heels and that means gardening season is not far away. As the weather warms up and the ground thaws, if you’re a seasoned gardener, you’re probably already planning this year’s crop. If you’re new to the world of gardening, here are some great tips for getting started. Soil Healthy soil […]