Earth Day

As Ontario’s most sustainable community, it should come as no surprise that at West 5, we take Earth Day seriously.  Nearly 50 years ago there was a concerted push towards a better future for our planet and Earth Day was created.

West London Trails + Parks

Named “The Forest City”, London offers lots of great trails and parks for you and your family to explore! We have made a list of a few in the surrounding area you will defiantly want to check off your list this summer! Download our handy checklist and start exploring, be sure to share photos of your adventures and show off your list along the way. Take a break from the hustle and bustle and reconnect with nature!

West 5: By the Numbers

What does it actually mean to be a “Net Zero Community”? The idea is simple enough, produce the same amount of energy that you actually use. Those are the building standards of the future, and it’s been proven that Net Zero Communities will be instrumental in curbing and even reversing climate change.

Bulk Food Storage Tips!

Buying food in bulk is not only a great way to save money, it’s a great way to reduce packaging and waste as well as save you trips to the grocery store! We’ve compiled a list of tips to keep your pantry stocked and avoid some common mistakes while storing bulk food.

A Look Back at 2018


What a year 2018 was at Sifton, our 95th to be exact.  We have learned and incorporated so many new things into our way of life. We wanted to build a better community for the future, one that is more sustainable and environmentally conscious, and the development of West 5 has shown what we’re truly capable of when we work together.