OC Transpo has implemented its standard operating procedures for extreme cold weather. These procedures guide how they prepare, operate and maintain the transit system when temperatures are extremely low. They are working closely with Rideau Transit Maintenance (RTM) to prepare all rail infrastructure and Line 1 vehicles for the extreme cold temperatures. RTM is…
Transit Commission received an update from staff at a special meeting on January 27. You can find the slide presentation here. Transit Commission members voted 7-1 to recommend council approval of the funding model and business case for the ZEB program. Transit Commission approved the funding model and business case for the Zero-Emission Bus program…
The snow is here and before grabbing your sled, it’s important to take precautions to be as safe as possible on the hill. The City of Ottawa and Ottawa Public Health remind residents of the importance of wearing a hockey, ski or snowboard helmet while sledding. Proper head protection is critical when you’re sliding down a hill.…
In October 2022, Mike Olsen and Bruce McNicoll nervously started their first day as lifeguards at Nepean Sportsplex after being retired for years. Mike is 80 years old, and the Lifesaving Society recently confirmed that he is the oldest lifeguard in Ontario, and probably even Canada! His experience is full of achievements working the beaches…
Showcasing Summer Camps for Children, Youth and Adults with disabilities in the City of Ottawa and surrounding areas The Inclusive Recreation Unit of the City’s Recreation, Culture and Facility Services Department is hosting a virtual Summer Camp Fair for people with disabilities. Join online Saturday, March 4 to meet with agencies and service providers to…
Going to Winterlude this year? Be sure to bundle up warm and Ride the OLG Sno-Bus for free to official Winterlude sites across Ottawa and Gatineau. Free service is supported by the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG). OC Transpo OLG Sno-Bus Schedule STO OLG Sno-Bus Schedule Transfer between OC Transpo and STO OLG Sno-Buses…
Bay Ward item 864 & 866 Woodroffe To subdivide the property into four parcels for each unit of the existing long semidetacheddwellings, with a reduced pole width for both rear unit parcels. For more information visit the COA web link
Overall, it has been a very busy week at City Hall with the first City council meeting of 2023 in addition to committee meetings including a special meeting of the Transit Commission today to discuss the electric bus purchase. Originally the electric bus issue was to be voted on at council, but a motion was moved…
My office in conjunction with the City’s Parks Planning department held a public meeting on Thursday January 26 to review the detailed plans for the new Woodroffe Park Field House and park area. If you missed this meeting and would like to hear what was presented, you can watch the full recording here. Residents can…
The O-Train West Extension is one of the three major extensions to Ottawa’s Stage 2 O-Train Light Rail Transit (LRT) Project. The extension will add over 15 km of new rail and 11 new stations between Tunney’s Pasture to Moodie Drive and Tunney’s Pasture to Algonquin Station. It also includes a maintenance and storage facility,…