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Planting for the Future: Boulevard Trees
Qualico Communities is proud to contribute to the sustainable growth of Winnipeg’s neighbourhoods. As a land developer, it is our duty to meet the City of Winnipeg’s obligations in planting trees within boulevards as part of our Development Agreement. This is in alignment with our motto, True to our nature— as we look to help grow […]
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The beauty of low-maintenance landscaping
When imagining our dream home, many of us picture a lawn full of lush green grass. However, maintaining a picturesque lawn takes a lot of time and resources. Homeowners need to regularly mow, water, aerate, de-weed and sometimes fertilize their grass to maintain its desired look. Manicured lawns have become a source of pride and a […]
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Preserving our greenspaces
Public reserve spaces such as parks and trail networks are invaluable assets to communities and provide immeasurable health benefits to residents. They promote healthy lifestyles by encouraging people to enjoy the outdoors to connect with nature and neighbours. They also accommodate safe transportation alternatives and support access to free exercise whether it’s walking, jogging or […]
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Boulevard maintenance
Knowing who maintains which boulevard can be confusing. To help clarify the procedures on boulevard maintenance, we’ve put together this guide to help you determine who is responsible for a specific area. What is a boulevard A boulevard refers to the area of City-owned property located between the curb or edge of the road and […]
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Progression of a naturalized wetland – it takes time
April 6, 2026 Topics: Nature Naturalized wetlands have become key features in the creation of our Qualico communities. Wetland construction is a detailed and timely process; it takes multiple phases or stages that progress over a number of years in order for a wetland to reach full maturity. However, once completely established, a naturalized wetland provides […]
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What’s the scoop on dog poop?
April 1, 2026 Topics: Lifestyle Spring can be a smelly time of year for dog owners, especially when turds can no longer freeze into poopsicles. It’s one thing to become lenient in picking up the poop in your own backyard but imagine seeing and smelling everyone else’s soggy dog poop when you’re out on a walk. […]