Events
Always putting on great events in the community!
2026 WINTER CARNIVAL
Saturday February 7th, 2026 | 8:00am - 2:00pm
Ottawa West Community Wide Event at Clarence Maheral Park (Glen Cairn)
I’m thrilled to share an amazing event coming to our community—the 2025 Winter Carnival presented by the Kanata Lions Club! This family-friendly event is happening on Saturday, February 7th, from 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM, and it’s packed with fun activities for everyone to enjoy.
Here’s what you can look forward to:
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Free Pancake Breakfast
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Magic Show
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Ray’s Reptiles Show
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Hot Cocoa and Hot Dogs
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Skating
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And so much more!
It’s the perfect way to embrace the winter season and enjoy
time with your family and friends. Don’t miss out on this
fantastic day of fun and community spirit.
I can’t wait to see everyone come together for this exciting
festival. Spread the word, and let’s make it a day to remember!

COMMUNITY WIDE GARAGE SALE IN BARRHAVEN WEST
Saturday May 9th, 2026 | 8:00am - 2:00pm
BARRHAVEN WIDE EVENT
Welcome to our ANNUAL BARRHAVEN COMMUNITY WIDE GARAGE SALE!!!
We invite both residents and non-residents to join us in this community-wide event, generously sponsored by simplemortgages with the support of David Hill, Ottawa City Councilor representing the Barrhaven West ward and the Barrhaven West Community Assoication!
And for our enthusiastic buyers, don't worry—we haven't overlooked you!
We have teamed up with the local business in and around the Barrhaven West Community and have gained their support in promoting this annual event.
At the end of the day, everyone emerges a winner, with extra cash in their pockets and a delightful new trinket, just in time for Mother's Day.
Our heartfelt thanks go out to everyone for their participation, as this event wouldn't be possible without your involvement and the support of our event sponsors. Your contributions ensure the success of the weekend and set the stage for another fantastic run next year!
Remember, the true measure of a community's greatness lies in the compassionate actions of its members!

coming soon for
November 2025
Holiday Season
WIN One of 3 *VIP* Packages to Barrhaven's
Santa Claus Parade
Thank you for visting our page and entering our contest to win one of 3 packages for family seats (for four people). There will be 3 VIP packages raffled off radomly for all who enter our draw. Each Package Includes Reserved Seats for ultimate parade viewing, Snacks, Drinks, Music, Festive Lights, and Much More.
Standard Contest Rules & Regulations
This document outlines the general terms and conditions for contests, draws, and raffles conducted by simplemortgages Canada. By participating in any such event, all entrants agree to be bound by these rules.
1. Eligibility
This contest is open to all legal residents of Canada who have reached the age of majority in their province or territory of residence at the time of entry. Employees, representatives, and agents of simplemortgages Canada, Referral Mortgages Inc., and any participating partners, including their immediate family members and those living in the same household, are not eligible to participate. simplemortgages Canada and Referral Mortgages Inc., along with any other sponsoring partners or associated businesses, are not liable for any claims, damages, or injuries arising from participation in the contest or acceptance of the prize.
2. How to Enter
No purchase is necessary to enter or win. To enter, participants must complete and submit an official entry ballot provided at designated events or locations. Only one entry per person is permitted. Multiple entries from the same individual will be disqualified. Entries must comply with all instructions provided at the time of the event.
3. The Prize
The prize to be awarded will be described at the time of the event and may vary for each contest. The prize is non-transferable, non-exchangeable, and has no cash value. simplemortgages Canada reserves the right to substitute the prize with an item of equal or greater value at its sole discretion. The winner is responsible for all applicable taxes and any costs associated with the prize not explicitly stated as included.
4. Winner Notification
A random draw will take place following the conclusion of the entry period. The selected entrant will be notified by email within seven business days of the draw. To be declared a winner, the selected entrant must first correctly answer a time-limited, mathematical skill-testing question without any mechanical or other assistance. If the selected entrant cannot be contacted or fails to respond within a specified time frame, or fails to correctly answer the skill-testing question, their entry will be void and a new entrant may be selected.
5. Use of Personal Information
By entering this contest, you consent to the collection and use of your personal information by simplemortgages Canada and any co-sponsoring partners. This information will be used for the purposes of administering the contest and awarding the prize. Additionally, you consent to being contacted by phone, email, or other means for future follow-up conversations, sales and marketing purposes, and inclusion in newsletters for simplemortgages Canada and any other business entities involved in the prize draw. You can opt-out of these communications at any time.
6. General Conditions
By participating, entrants agree to be bound by these rules. All decisions made by simplemortgages Canada are final and binding. simplemortgages Canada and its partners are not responsible for any lost, late, misdirected, or incomplete entries. We reserve the right to terminate, suspend, or modify the contest, in whole or in part, if any factor interferes with its proper conduct as contemplated by these rules. The contest is subject to all applicable federal, provincial, and municipal laws and regulations.



