No to Expanding Urban Boundaries On Monday, May 11th, there will be a special joint meeting of the Planning Committee and the Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee on our City’s growth management strategy. Up for discussion is whether the City should allow growth by expanding its current urban boundaries, only concentrate growth by intensification within…
As Ottawa and the rest of the world continue to respond to this unprecedented time in history, the City of Ottawa and Ottawa Public Health are looking to learn more about your thoughts, perceptions and understanding of current restrictions in place related to COVID-19. The City and Ottawa Public Health are currently exploring how we…
The Province of Ontario have amended the Emergency Orders to permit the use of allotment gardens and community gardens across the province. As indicated in the News Release from April 25th, local public health units will provide advice, recommendations and instructions that the gardens must meet in order to operate. Ottawa Public Health has already…
The Ontario government is allowing certain businesses and workplaces to reopen as long as they comply with strict public health measures and operate safely during the COVID-19 outbreak. Those permitted to start up include seasonal businesses and some essential construction projects. Read the full News Release dated May 1 2020 By following the proper health…
The Council on Aging wants to hear about your experiences during the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic. With questions about how you are coping, managing anxiety and staying connected, the information collected can be used to support Ottawa’s seniors during this and other public health crises. Click on the link to complete the survey…
CPO Speaker Series on Zoom Harmony and Safety: Conflict resolution during the COVID lockdown Keeping the peace in our homes and with our neighbours has become even more important because of the COVID-19 lockdown we are living in. With more chances for conflict, patience wearing thin, and limited options to escape the home environment, figuring out how…
Completing Phase 1 The City has completed the first phase of a 30-year plan that will guide how it manages solid waste. The Phase 1 Report provides an overview of waste management in Ottawa and explains what the project team has been doing during Phase 1. It also highlights trends in the industry and explains…
Helmet Discount Weekend has gone on-line – May 2 and 3, 2020 No in-store sales due to COVID-19 The listed retailers have participated in the Helmet Discount Weekend in past years offering discounts on helmets. Some stores listed are closed due to the COVID-19 situation, but many retailers are providing on-line, contact-free services. Please check with your local retailer directly for more details for…
On May 27th – This past Monday, Chief Peter Sloly highlighted at the monthly Ottawa Police Services Board meeting that ‘to date, 823 tickets were issued and 36 vehicles were impounded when the drivers were charged for stunt driving. Speeding/dangerous and stunt driving is number one traffic complaint during COVID.’ By the numbers (April…
The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) is warning residents to take extra precautions to secure their bikes from thefts and register with 529 Garage. In 2020, we have received 83 bike theft reports to-date, compared to 42 at this time last year. This is due, in part, to: an increase in a series of reported break-ins…