By Aldershot Village BIA
Nominations open: Aldershot Community Honour Roll
Nominations are open for the annual Aldershot Community Honour Roll Awards, celebrating the outstanding residents of Aldershot.
All ages are welcome! Nominees must be:
- a current or former resident of Aldershot for at least one year; and
- someone whose leadership, vision, creativity, innovation, initiative, and/or special qualities impacted on and benefited the community of Aldershot and/or made a contribution that has been recognized beyond Aldershot.
Nomination deadline: April 16, 2024 — for more information, go to achr.ca
Each year, the Aldershot Village BIA attends the Aldershot Community Honour Roll, an event that honours Aldershot best and brightest!
At this event the Aldershot Village BIA awards our Business Community Award. See below for criteria to nominate a business in our BIA. Please email your nomination name and why you would like to nominate them to Andrea Dodd at andrea@aldershotbia.com. Tell us about their business and why you think they deserve this award!
Nomination criteria
Has the business contributed beyond the normal course of business to make a positive impact in the community.
Has the owner or associates volunteered their personal time to help out in the community but for which no monetary gains are received. Providing services that are beyond normal responsibilities, demonstrating a sense of care for the community.
Inspires others to make the same impact in the community.
Recognition on a singular event is eligible, however a longer regular commitment would be preferred.
Businesses of current employees/board members are not eligible during the years they are active.
Past winners:
Rolling Horse Community Cycle
Shanni Philp, Aldershot Audiology
Peter Baarda, J & G Quality Meats
Bill Spoelstra, Aldershot Home Hardware
Sean Robinson, Dominos Pizza
Alicia Hicks, Hicks Nail Salon
New spot new look: Welcome to Turtledoves
Turtledoves Gluten-Free Handcrafted Bakery is now located at 645 Plains Rd E., Burlington, ON, L7T 4J5.
Indulge in their heavenly assortment of gluten-free goodies, including
artisanal bread, mouthwatering cookies, decadent pies, squares, and tarts.
Planning a special occasion? Turtledoves has you covered! Place your cake order for birthdays, anniversaries, or any moment you want to celebrate in style.
But that’s not all! Turtledoves also offers a savory side to their menu: delicious soups, authentic Jamaican patties, and homemade lasagna.
It’s more than a bakery; it’s a haven for those seeking gluten-free delights and a cozy spot to discover delightful meals everyone can enjoy.
Make your way to @turtledovesbakery at their Aldershot location and discover a world of gluten-free goodness!
Shop Aldershot: Valentine’s Day in Aldershot
Spread love locally with Aldershot’s Valentine’s Day Guide:
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than by supporting our local community in Aldershot?! Let’s make it extra special by choosing #shopaldershot and discovering the hidden gems our Aldershot Village has to offer. From unique gifts to pampering services, here’s a guide to all the wonderful things happening in Aldershot for Valentine’s Day 2024.
Tourism Burlington: Taste of Burlington
Taste of Burlington returns from January 29 to February 11. Dine at various restaurants across the city with special Prix-fixe menu options. Visit your favourite spots in Burlington and find new places to enjoy. May we suggest a visit to District Kitchen + Bar.
Check out the menus at tasteofburlington.ca/prix-fixe-program/ to make a plan for how you can eat your way across the city.
Concerts at West Plains Church: Two Families Band
West Plains United Church presents its 2024 concert series. Concerts are held at the church (549 Plains Road West), some are free with donations appreciated, and others are ticketed as noted below. The following concerts are scheduled:
Sunday, Feb. 18, 3 p.m.
Free
Two Families Band — Family Day musical variety program for kids of all ages
Saturday, March 23, 3 p.m.
Free
Chris Birkett & Shari Tallon (Free Spirits) with guests Abigale and guest choirs Hope & Harmony and the West Plains United Church Choir
Sunday, May 5, 3 p.m.
Ticketed concert
Corey Gemmell, violin, and Benjamin Smith, piano
Sunday, June 2, 3 p.m.
Ticketed concert
SOLO – Southern Ontario Lyric Opera with Sabatino Vacca, conductor
More information: westplains.ca/events
City of Burlington, Neighbourhood Community Matching Fund
The deadline to apply for a Neighbourhood Community Matching Fund is Feb. 29, 2024. Approved community group-led projects could receive 50% of their funding up to $10,000.
You could be approved for a project like the Healing Forest project in Paletta Lakefront Park to promote community and relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples. Included will be a self-guided medicine walk, which will highlight the many species living within the forest informed by Traditional Ecological Knowledge. Our Treaty Partners, the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation, have provided support and guidance throughout the creation of the Healing Forest.
The Healing Forest will provide Burlington citizens with the type of care that only a forest can provide. It has been established through the collaboration of Indigenous and non-Indigenous professionals working together in the spirit of reconciliation to develop a unique space for healing, community, and connection to nature. There will be a community gathering at the Healing Forest in honour of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Sept. 30, 2024.
Learn more about the Neighbourhood Community Matching Fund at Burlington.ca/matchingfund.
Road closure: North Service Road
North Service Road, just east of King Road, will be closed from January 15 to March 1, 2024, to replace an old 1960s culvert that has deteriorated. A full road closure is necessary due to the depth of the excavation required to replace the culvert.
King Road, just north of the North Service Road, will also see full weekend road closures during the month of March due to a second culvert that has deteriorated. Road access will be available during the weekdays and businesses will continue to have access to their properties.
