Update on the enforcement model in Ottawa for new orders issued by the Province of Ontario aimed at ensuring people maintain the practice of physical distancing. On March 27, 2020, by Ministerial Order, the Province of Ontario provided municipal law enforcement officers with the ability to enforce new rules under the Ontario Emergency Management and…
In support of the community and local economy, all retail establishments are exempt from the regulations of the City of Ottawa’s Noise By-law pertaining to deliveries until further notice. This means that deliveries can take place at any time of day to ensure store shelves are stocked with essential goods. Construction noise regulations have not…
In the City of Ottawa, all streets have parking limits in order to facilitate the turnover of parking spaces. These rules also ensure that the City can properly plow or sweep the roads. Unless otherwise indicated, vehicles are permitted to park in one spot on the street for three hours between 7 a.m. and 7…
New No Parking Regulations to be Implemented this spring. Over the last year the City has received a number of concerns from residents regarding the consistent use of on-street parking on Moodie Dr. between Carling Ave. and Corkstown Rd. by employees of the DND complex. Parking issues on Moodie continue to persist and now with…
The City of Ottawa and Ren’s Pets wish to encourage pet owners to apply for and renew their annual cat and dog registration. Starting this month, for each new pet registration or renewal, Ren’s Pets has generously donated a $25 coupon*, redeemable online or in-store at any Ren’s Pets location. Simply bring in the coupon…
At the request of the local film industry and the Ottawa Film Office (OFO), the Economic Development Services team, in partnership with Event Central and other City departments, is developing a new Film By-law. The City launched an online public consultation of the new Film By-law on December 5, 2019. You can find the Film…
In September 2019, City Council approved new regulations for payday loan establishments operating within the City of Ottawa. These include new zoning regulations and a municipal licensing regime. The zoning changes require minimum separation distances between payday loan establishments to help reduce the number of these businesses and their clustering in certain areas, such as…
We have received a report of organic waste being left out for wildlife at local Parks. We would like to remind residents of the dangers of feeding wildlife: Threats to wildlife animals can become dependent on artificial food sources animals can lose their natural fear of humans and pets, becoming more prone to conflict artificial…
The City of Ottawa’s winter overnight parking regulations are in effect between November 15 and April 1st. Parking is not permitted on city streets between the hours of 1 a.m. and 7 a.m. when 7 cm of snow or more is forecast by Environment Canada in the Ottawa area and the City has enacted a…
Nathan’s mother contacted our office because of issues with a property she rents that were not up to standard and were affecting her son’s health. We contacted By-Law and they went to the house the next day and issued a warning to the landlord to make repairs. If you would like to report a possible…