Message from the Councillor

This Week at Finance and Corporate Services Committee (FCSC) On Tuesday, the FCS Committee reviewed the Lansdowne’s 2024 annual report. While partnership revenues with OSEG rose by 4% to $59.5M, higher interest payments and ongoing financial losses remain concerns. Despite increased activity—180 ticketed events at TD Place, full leasing of 350,000 sq. ft. of retail/office…

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Belltown Dome Skating

The schedules listed in the charts below are subject to change. Holiday hours and programs may vary. Safety and regulations. Reservations not required. Schedule changes The following sessions have been added to the free skating schedule:   Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Free skating 8:30 – 10:30 am, 11 am – 1 pm,  1:30 – 3:30…

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Winter Trails

Fresh snow means great skiing in our own community!  Take advantage of the beautiful Britannia Winter Trail and the Ottawa West Winter Trail right here in Bay Ward.   There are also other urban winter trail across the city you can explore.   Winter trails can be used for skiing, snowshoeing, walking as winter fat…

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2024 Homelessness Point in Time (PIT) Count

Every three years, the federal government works with municipalities across Canada to collect critical information about people experiencing homelessness. Over a period of five days from October 23 to October 28, 230 agency and City staff fanned out across Ottawa to talk personally with homeless people to try and understand the causes and needs they…

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3430 Carling (former Villa Lucia) Groundbreaking

This week, I had the pleasure of attending the groundbreaking ceremony for the development at 3430 Carling. Crystal Beach and Crystal Bay are vibrant and unique neighbourhoods, and this project will bring more diverse housing options and 186 units, to the area. This is great news for DND employees working at the Moodie campus, as the…

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Stage 2 O-Train Light Rail Transit Project Notices

Notice of Road Closure: Corkstown Road As part of the Stage 2 O-Train Light Rail Transit (LRT) project, motorists travelling on Corkstown Road east of Moodie Drive should anticipate impacts to traffic as crews complete necessary construction activities. What: Full closure of a section of Corkstown Road east of Moodie Drive. When: Tuesday, February 11…

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Para Transpo Talk Sessions: February 12 and 13

You’re invited to Para Transpo Talk on Wednesday, February 12 and Thursday, February 13. Para Transpo Talk is a series of customer engagement events that are open to all Para Transpo customers, their families, companions and support persons. All are welcome, no matter how often you take Para Transpo. The next opportunity is virtual and will…

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Accessibility Features in Parks: Survey

City parks are important community assets that provide residents with opportunities for leisure, sports and play. Over the last several years, the City has included many enhancements to its parks to make play in our playgrounds more inclusive, and to provide park features that are more accessible for everyone to enjoy. As included in the…

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