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…
In the City of Ottawa, dogs must be on-leash and under control at all times, unless they are on private property or in a designated off-leash area. Parks can provide a pleasant and safe environment in which to exercise dogs. Safety for other park users is also a consideration however. The Animal Care and Control…
Emergency and Protective Services is conducting a review of regulations governing private sector rental properties to address public health and safety, consumer protection, community nuisances and other areas of municipal concern. This review includes a review of policy options to address housing conditions, student housing, rooming houses and shared accommodations. Please be advised that Maclaren…
Ottawa – The City’s Transportation Committee today approved an updated parking strategy that will help improve service and ensure short-term parking is available to support businesses, institutions and tourism. Street parking rates would be based on demand for parking in each parking zone. The City would collect and review parking data twice a year and…