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Why do you choose to live in New Edinburgh? There are many different reasons but no doubt somewhere on your list are factors such as the village-scale community, peaceful ambiance, historic character with some charming old homes, quaint lanes to explore, lots of green space. Perhaps we sometimes take these things for granted, but we have them to enjoy today because, over the decades, New Edinburgh residents have been vigilant in their efforts to maintain the quality of life in this neighbourhood. Sometimes there has been a conspicuous call to the barricades, as when the threat of the Vanier Parkway Extension galvanized the community into a major campaign that lasted throughout the1980s and into the 1990s before its successful conclusion. At other times, we all benefit from the willingness of a concerned individual to embark on a sensitive restoration of their property, whether it be heritage or otherwise. It can be difficult to keep track of all the construction projects across New Edinburgh, or to sort through the by-laws that determine what can be built, how high, and where. So how do we ensure the character of New Edinburgh that we enjoy is preserved, and development projects are scrutinized to encourage compatibility with the existing neighbourhood? There is one mechanism working towards this goal on behalf of all residents of the Burgh - the NE Heritage & Development Committee. Here are a number of links to information that can help residents and visitors appreciate and preserve the special heritage of our community. New Edinburgh Heritage Conservation District New Edinburgh Heritage Walking Tour Heritage in the News Heritage Information
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Our Heritage 
