March 11 – An Anniversary for Reflection It was two years ago today that the World Health Organization officially declared a global pandemic. Many of us were glued to our TV or internet as we watched with disbelief what was happening around the world as well as in our city. It was hard to believe we were…
Hello. Bonjour. Kwey. On Wednesday, March 9th, the Province announced the next steps to ease public health measures in Ontario, which includes upcoming changes to mask requirements in public spaces and schools, expanded eligiblity for testing in high-risk settings, and changes to the isolation guidance. I recognize that many of us may need time to adjust to these upcoming…
On March 23rd, 2022, Councillor Kavanagh hosted a public information meeting on the development at 1047 Richmond Rd. View submitted documents at Ottawa.ca/DevApps, documents include the concept drawings, shadow studies, and transportation analysis. The proposed development includes: Three towers of 36-storeys, 38-storeys, and 40-storeys heights atop a connected six-storey podium, with frontage onto both Richmond…
Ottawa – Mayor Jim Watson presented the Key to the City to the Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean at the Mayor’s annual International Women’s Day breakfast on March 8th, 2022, in recognition of her illustrious and distinguished career as a journalist, 27th Governor General of Canada, UNESCO Special Envoy for Haiti and third Secretary General for…
On March 8 2022, Councillor Kavanagh hosted a virtual discussion panel. The meeting was recorded and is available for viewing below. Meet our Emcee Suzanne Obiorah Title: City of Ottawa Director, Gender, Race Equity, Inclusion, Indigenous Relations and Social Development Suzanne is the Director of Ottawa’s first Gender and Race Equity, Inclusion, Indigenous Relations and…
Recorded in January 2022, Bay Ward Councillor Theresa Kavanagh provides insights and updates on projects and priorities in the City of Ottawa. Moderated by Derick Fage, of Rogers TV. Recorded for the 2022’s International Women’s Day – Promoting Gender Equity And Inclusion In The City of Ottawa
Please be advised that KEV will be undertaking approximately 2 to 3 weeks of rock breaking between Connaught Avenue and the OC Transpo building. KEV currently intends to begin these works this weekend working daytime only, they will continue to work daytimes until completed. At this point no night work is anticipated with this activity.…
Ottawa – For a complete agenda and updates, please sign up for email alerts, visit ottawa.ca/agendas or call 3-1-1. For more information about how to watch or participate in individual meetings, please consult the specific meeting’s agenda at ottawa.ca/agendas. Accessibility Advisory Committee – Tuesday, March 15 at 6:30 pm March break – no other City…
On Thursday, March 10, the Planning Committee approved the City’s response to a report by the Ontario Housing Affordability Task Force aimed at quickly increasing the supply of housing in Ontario. The task force’s report contains 55 recommendations, many of which would have a significant impact on City budgets and operations should the Province implement…
Ottawa – On Thursday, March 10, the City’s Planning Committee approved a plan to establish a High-Performance Development Standard for new Ottawa developments. Buildings are a major source of greenhouse gas emissions, and the metrics that make up the new standard would help determine how effective new building projects are at advancing sustainable and resilient…