Over six months ago Covid-19 forced us to significantly alter the way we engaged with each other. We had to come up with new and creative ways to stay in touch with the community while respecting the safety protocols put in place as a result of this ongoing pandemic. As your City representative it has…
Overall The City of Ottawa’s Rail Construction Program is closely monitoring the COVID-19 situation and is in contact with the constructors about adhering to guidance provided by Ottawa Public Health and the Province of Ontario. Construction is underway across all three Stage 2 O-Train Extensions: In the south, work is progressing well at the Walkley…
Ottawa – All Council, Committee and Board meetings will be held by remote, electronic participation, unless otherwise noted. For a complete agenda and updates, please sign up for email alerts, visit ottawa.ca/agendas or call 3-1-1. The City continues to take COVID-19 seriously, and in following the advice of provincial and federal governments, is making significant…
I was honoured to attend the opening of the Jackie Holzman Bridge on Thursday September 10th. This pedestrian and cycling bridge spans Highway 417 between Harmer Avenue South and Harmer Avenue North. The renaming of the Harmer Bridge, to the Jackie Holzman Bridge, recognizes the extensive community service and exceptional impact Ms. Holzman who was the…
Ottawa Public Health states that the risk of serious illness from COVID-19 increases progressively with age, particularly beyond 50 years of age. In Ottawa, 90% of persons who died from COVID-19 were 70 years of age or older; however, an increasing number of people needed hospitalizations and intensive care above the age of 50 years.…
Ottawa ACORN hosts bi-weekly tenants’ rights information sessions to inform tenants about their rights during COVID-19. During the next meeting they will cover details around rights/protections related to rent, evictions, maintenance/repairs and Bill 184. There will be time for questions and discussions after each section. The next session hosted by Ottawa ACORN is on Monday,…
Wednesday, October 7, 2020 event is cancelled. With the announcement of the Second Wave of COVID and the increase in active cases in Ottawa, the Olde Forge has decided to cancel the Harvest Supper. As always, the safety of staff, volunteers and clients is our top priority, and they do not feel they can support…
September is Let’s Bike Month Workshops – Information – Inspiration Councillor Theresa Kavanagh is hosting a workshop “Discover your City by Bike” on Tuesday, September 22 at 7 pm – Register here. Pedal to win prizes!Sign up as an individual or start a team! Join Now View the list of other community events at Let’s…
The following is a breakdown of Ottawa employment numbers by industry since the arrival of COVID-19 in March 2020. This information was requested at the Finance and Economic Development Committee meeting of September 1, 2020, where an Information Report titled COVID-19 Economic Recovery Update was brought forward. After several months of job losses, the month…
As the reopening of schools within our region continues, Ottawa Public Health (OPH) continues to collaborate with local school boards and organizations to implement provincial standards and guidance. Alongside our school board partners, OPH is addressing ongoing questions and concerns of families, school staff and students regarding COVID-19, ensuring we provide the most current information…