Blog
Blog
Blow the whistle on thistle
Canada thistle is a perennial, noxious weed that has spear-like leaves with sharp barbs. This species has a deep and extensive root system that can rapidly grow back from even a small piece of root. Read more
Open House Highlights
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Sage Creek Open House this past Tuesday evening — we had a great turnout and appreciated the opportunity to connect with so many of you. If you weren’t able to attend, you can [...]
Planting the seeds of sustainability
This spring, students at École Sage Creek School had a unique opportunity to dig into the science of naturalized landscapes, thanks to a hands-on workshop hosted by Qualico Communities and led by Dr. John Buchko of Environmental Design Solutions (EDS Group). The [...]
Sage North: A New Chapter in Southeast Winnipeg
We’re excited to share that the spirit of Sage Creek is expanding! Located north of the Abinojii Mikanah extension, Sage North is a new community designed to carry forward the vibrant energy and thoughtful planning of Sage Creek—while offering something fresh for [...]
How to navigate a roundabout
While driving in Sage Creek, you may have noticed more roundabouts in this community than used in older neighbourhoods. This is because roundabouts are much safer in high traffic areas than traditional stop signs. When used properly, roundabouts have proven to reduce collisions and the severity of them by promoting continuous traffic flow, lower speeds and one-way travel. Read more
Preserving our greenspaces
Having a home that backs onto a public reserve can be quite scenic. Homeowners can look out their windows to enjoy the naturalized areas that are usually incorporated along trails, parks and wetlands. Native grasses and plants provide valuable habitat and food sources to local wildlife while also helping to clean our air and watershed. Unfortunately, these beautiful parks and trails can be easily damaged... Read more
