On November 27, 2024, Hydro Ottawa will be undertaking tree trimming and vegetation management. For Hydro Ottawa’s contractor, Asplundh Canada, to perform this work safely, a power outage is required and will impact residents on Carling Avenue, Norton Avenue and Forest Street South. In addition, on December 3, 2024, Hydro Ottawa will be undertaking tree…
As part of the Stage 2 O-Train Light Rail Transit (LRT) project, a full closure of Richmond Road at McEwen Avenue will be required. Detours will be in effect. Local access will be maintained and all residents in the area will continue to have driveway access during this work. What: Full closure of Richmond Road…
As part of the Stage 2 O-Train Light Rail Transit (LRT) project, Byron Linear Park Enhancement andRichmond Road Revitalization project, temporary changes are being made to driveway accesses toproperty to allow for utility installation under existing driveways. Adjustments to access will be madeto accommodate deliveries/logistics. What: Temporary driveway accesses will be provided to the properties…
As part of the Stage 2 O-Train Light Rail Transit (LRT) project and the Revitalizing Richmond Road projects, changes are being made to pedestrian crossings at New Orchard Avenue North and Richmond Road because traffic configuration is changing in the area. What: Pedestrians crossing at New Orchard Avenue North and Richmond Road will be crossing…
As part of the Stage 2 O-Train Light Rail Transit (LRT) project and Revitalizing Richmond Roadprojects, changes are being made to Richmond Road and Byron Avenue between Ancaster Avenueand New Orchard Avenue North to accommodate the next phase of construction. What: Motorists and cyclists travelling westbound between Ancaster Avenue and New OrchardAvenue North will use…
You might have heard that Draft Budget 2025 was tabled at City Council last week. While reading pages of City budget information might be interesting for some, others may prefer a more interactive approach to understanding where their money goes. That’s why the City created the Budget Explorer(link is external) to help you get the information you need…
The City’s Environment and Climate Change Committee today approved its portion of Draft Budget 2025(link is external), including key investments to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and build climate resiliency. This budget also supports core services that residents rely on every day, such as water services and waste collection. The City would also invest in growing Ottawa’s…
The Planning and Housing Committee today approved its portion of Draft Budget 2025(link is external), which includes $88.2 million in operating funding and $34.4 million in capital funding. The City will invest the bulk of that capital, $22.9 million, to develop more affordable and supportive housing for residents in greatest need. With additional funding from recent…
The City’s Emergency Preparedness and Protective Services Committee today approved its portion of Draft Budget 2025(link is external). These 2025 investments will help increase City resources for emergency and protective services and ensure that help is available and arrives quickly when needed. The City’s emergency and protective services would have a net operating budget of $272.5 million in 2025…
As temperatures drop and the days grow shorter, the City springs into action to get ready for winter, ensuring that our roads and sidewalks are clear and communities are safe throughout the season. Winter Weather Parking Bans Starting today, November 15 until April 1, winter weather parking bans can be called to support winter operations when weather…