Horizon is Blooming - Nominations Open
Hello neighbors! Horizon Community League has partnered with the Edmonton Horticultural Society and the Federation of Community Leagues to carry on the spirit of Front Yards in Bloom. Our goal is to continue to recognize our neighbors that contribute to urban beautification, including sustainable gardening practices and food gardening.
- Nominate your neighbors by submitting their address so that we can acknowledge their contributions to our community. We do not require names with the address. Nominations can be made by email to: Horizonisblooming@gmail.com
- If you would like to participate in the program by helping write and/or delivery of recognition cards please submit your contact information to: Horizonisblooming@gmail.com
Public Input Sought on Wildfire Risks
Share your views on wildfire risk mitigation in Edmonton. Your feedback will help create a long-term plan to protect people, property, and our environment to prioritize reducing potential wildfire losses. Please share your input by July 21 online at engaged.edmonton.ca/WildfireStrategy (online engagement, survey, and pop up opportunities).
If you need more information, contact wildfirestrategy@edmonton.ca.
Interested in Hosting a Block Party with Your Neighbors?
The HCL Board approved funding to support 6 members to host block parties. The overall goal is to encourage more block parties to be held in our neighborhoods this summer.
If you would like to access the funding support contact secretary@horizoncommunityleague.com
The Green Shacks are coming!
Summer has arrived! Do you know about the City of Edmonton's Green Shack Program? This is a no charge program offered in three locations within the boundaries of the Horizon Community League - just look for the green metal shed (known as the "Green Shack")
The Program includes crafts, games, sports and free play targeted for children aged 6 to 12. A great way to meet other kids in the neighborhood.
For our area we have Green Shack programming beginning July 2 to August 21st as follows. Please click one of the communities below for more information on their shack location and hours of operation.
- Walker Park (480 Watt Boulevard SW) Monday to Friday 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
- Summerside Park (4110 Savaryn Dr. SW) Monday to Friday 2:30 p.m to 5:30 p.m.
- Orchards (4155 Orchards Drive SW) Monday to Friday 10:30 to 1:30 p.m.
Temporary Dog Park Extended to October 31, 2025
The agreement for the temporary dog park was extended by the City of Edmonton allowing the Horizon Community League to keep the fencing up to October 31, 2025.
Community volunteers and Dog Ambassadors will keep the gate accessible through winter. Park users need to keep the park clean for the enjoyment of all.
Upcoming Events
Community League Meetings
Meetings are held on Thursdays at 6:30 PM at the Orchards Residents Association Club House (4059 Orchards Drive SW). Everyone is welcome.
Upcoming Meetings:
- Thursday, Aug 21, 2025 at Family Futures Resource Network (#101, 4341 Savaryn Dr. SW)
- Thursday, Sep 18, 2025 at Family Futures Resource Network (#101, 4341 Savaryn Dr. SW)
- Thursday, Oct 16, 2025 at Family Futures Resource Network (#101, 4341 Savaryn Dr. SW)
- Thursday, Nov 20, 2025 at Family Futures Resource Network (#101, 4341 Savaryn Dr. SW)
- Thursday, Dec 18, 2025 at Family Futures Resource Network (#101, 4341 Savaryn Dr. SW)
- Thursday, Jan 15, 2026 at Family Futures Resource Network (#101, 4341 Savaryn Dr. SW)
- Thursday, Feb 19, 2026 at Family Futures Resource Network (#101, 4341 Savaryn Dr. SW)
- Thursday, Mar 19, 2026 at Family Futures Resource Network (#101, 4341 Savaryn Dr. SW)
- Thursday, Apr 16, 2026 at Family Futures Resource Network (#101, 4341 Savaryn Dr. SW)
- Thursday, May 21, 2026 at Family Futures Resource Network (#101, 4341 Savaryn Dr. SW)
- Thursday, Jun 18, 2026 at Family Futures Resource Network (#101, 4341 Savaryn Dr. SW)
There are no other events on the calendar right now. Please check back again soon.