16 Days of Activism Every year, from November 25 (International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women) to December 10 (World Human Rights Day), Canadians observe the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. It is an opportunity to come together to call out, speak up and renew our commitment to end gender-based violence.…
Starting Tuesday, November 23 Ottawa residents have been able to book vaccine appointments for five to 11-year-olds (born 2016 or earlier) through the provincial booking system. These appointments will be at one of Ottawa Public Health’s seven community clinics. Ottawa Public Health expects to receive vaccine supply this week and more than 60,000 appointments will…
Winter weather parking bans are called when 7 cm of snow or significant amounts of freezing rain are anticipated. When the roads are clear of vehicles, the Roads and Parking Services team can clear the snow from the roads efficiently, and keep the roads open wider. Bans can be called anytime between November 15 and…
What is Harmony House? Harmony House is Ottawa’s only second-stage women’s shelter. They bridge the gap between a woman needing a crisis shelter to eventually being able to live independently in the community. They are able to do that by providing safe, affordable transitional housing for women and children while they work through their trauma,…
The Ottawa Police Service and their partners Shoppers Drug Mart and Citron Hygiene are once again inviting Ottawa residents to help them collect personal hygiene products for women. The collection of personal hygiene products was introduced in 2016 as the ‘Purse Project’ and resulted in over 8000 purses filled with necessities that were donated to…
Our winter programs are on their way. The City of Ottawa will be offering fun activities including swimming, skating, fitness, arts, general interest, inclusive recreation, and much more. The City’s virtual programming will also continue for those who wish to enjoy a class from the comfort of their own home. Dates to remember: Wednesday, December…
Byron Avenue is closed between Woodland Avenue and Harcourt Avenue daily from 7 am to 5 pm, until Monday, January 31, 2022. Byron Avenue is closed between Lockhart Avenue and Sherbourne Road daily from 7 am to 5 pm, until Monday, January 31, 2022. A section of Redwood Avenue between Byron Avenue and Richmond Road…
Virtual Calls with Santa The virtual programming team is bringing the big guy in red straight to your screen! Register today for a ZOOM call with Santa himself. It’s free to register and you will receive a photo from your call to your email. Calls are running now until December 19. Register by visiting ottawa.ca/virtualprograms…
Every quarter OC Transpo annouces service changesm read about the this winters service changes. Holiday service Holiday Date Service information Christmas Eve Friday, December 24, 2021 Reduced weekday schedule Christmas Day Saturday, December 25, 2021 Sunday schedule Boxing Day Sunday, December 26, 2021 Saturday schedule New Year’s Eve Friday, December 31, 2021 Reduced weekday schedule…
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. Information Technology Sub-Committee – Budget – Monday, November 29 at 9:30 am Verbal update on cyber security and the external…