Mission Statement
Embodying the ethos of unity and communal engagement, the Rougemount Recreation and Residents Association (RCRA) is a not for profit organization committed to fostering a flourishing, safe, and inclusive neighborhood within the defined boundaries of the Rouge River to the west, the Canadian National rail line to the north, Petticoat Creek to the east, and Highway 401 to the south in Pickering. By promoting family-centric recreational activities and raising awareness on local issues, we endeavor to preserve the cherished facets of our community while welcoming the rich array of cultural and societal perspectives. Through collective endeavor, we aspire to elevate the quality of life for every resident, cultivating a sense of belonging, mutual respect, and a shared pride in our distinctive neighborhood legacy.
Core Values
1. Respect and Understanding: Promoting a culture of respect, understanding, and kindness towards all residents, fostering a harmonious and supportive community environment.
2. Community Engagement: Actively fostering a culture of involvement, collaboration, and open communication among residents to address local issues and contribute to community development.
3. Inclusivity: Embracing the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of all community members, promoting equality and ensuring everyone has a voice in neighborhood matters.
4. Family-Centric Focus: Prioritizing the creation and maintenance of a family-friendly environment that supports the well-being and recreational needs of families.
5. Preservation and Progress: Balancing the preservation of the neighborhood’s cherished aspects with the willingness to adapt and evolve in response to changing societal dynamics.
6. Transparency and Accountability: Upholding transparency in decision-making processes and being accountable to the community for actions taken on their behalf.
The Rougemount Neighbourhood is bounded by the Rouge River to the west, the Canadian National rail line to the north, Petticoat Creek to the east, and Highway 401 to the south. The total area of the neighbourhood is 1.84 square kilometres, and includes a portion of the Rouge National Urban Park, covering the valley lands along the Little Rouge Creek. Initially, residential development began in the area around Rougemount Drive between 1900 and 1940. During the 1970’s, subdivisions were constructed on the west side of Altona Road, and in the 1990’s, apartments and townhouses were built along the north side of Kingston Road. Housing in the neighbourhood is primarily detached dwellings on large lots. There are opportunities for redevelopment along Kingston Road to occur in the long term as part of the City’s plans to intensify the Kingston Road corridor to redevelop into a higher density, mixed-use, pedestrian and transit oriented community. Currently, the Durham-Scarborough Bus Rapid Transit operates along Kingston Road which will eventually be enhanced with dedicated transit and pedestrian infrastructure.
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Rougemount includes: two elementary schools; a neighbourhood park; and a place of worship. The neighbourhood is served by commercial plazas, restaurants, financial institutions, offices, and a number of child learning centres, located on the southern edge, along Kingston Road.
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Altona Road is the main north/south collector route through this neighbourhood, connecting Sheppard Avenue to Kingston Road. The Rougemount Drive overpass provides a connection between this neighbourhood and Rosebank neighbourhood, located south of Highway 401.
The Rouge National Urban Park and Petticoat Creek are key elements of the Rougemount neighbourhood and the City’s Natural Heritage System. These features are a habitat for flora and fauna, a valuable resource for relaxation, exercise, education and meditation, complemented by scenic walking and biking paths and trails, various fishing and picnic spots, bird watching lookouts, and seating benches.
