(Ottawa) – With the warm weather here, you may feel like investing in an E-scooter or E-bike as an alternate method of commuting. The Ottawa Police would like to share some information on the regulations around these methods of transportation. “We remind the operators of these alternative low cost, energy efficient and emissions-free vehicles to…
The Share the Path Campaign consists of paid advertising campaigns on digital platforms such as Facebook, Google AdWords and Twitter. The campaigns will run in 2 week flights, alternating platforms until September 30. NCC’s promoted content consists of 5 and 15 second educational videos of the different codes of conduct as well as display ads…
The NCC is currently reviewing its Capital Pathway Strategic Plan. The updated plan will present an aspirational vision for the multi-use pathway system in Canada’s Capital Region. Final draft plan The NCC is now in the last phase of consultation for the strategic plan review. Over the previous phases, there have been several opportunities to contribute to…
UPDATE May 16, 2020: The closure has been extended to Carling Ave. The Sir John A. Macdonald Parkway westbound lanes are closed to motor vehicle traffic between Dominion Avenue Carling Ave. and Booth Street, on weekends from 8 am to 4 pm, from Saturday, May 16, 2020 to Sunday, May 31, 2020. The Victoria Day holiday on Monday,…
The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) is warning residents to take extra precautions to secure their bikes from thefts and register with 529 Garage. In 2020, we have received 83 bike theft reports to-date, compared to 42 at this time last year. This is due, in part, to: an increase in a series of reported break-ins…
Message from the NCC As the nice weather approaches, a friendly reminder that the Capital Pathway is a multi-use pathway network for everyone, and we ask that all users Share the Path. Preventing the spread of COVID-19 by practicing public health recommendations on our multi-use pathways helps keep them safe and enjoyable for everyone. We…
Planning Committee of the City of Ottawa will be considering the Temporary Zoning By-law amendment proposal to Permit a Park and Cycle at 3169 Carling Avenue – Andrew Haydon Park on Thursday, March 26, 2020. The meeting will begin at 9:30 a.m. at Champlain Room, City Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, Ottawa. You are welcome…
Mayor Jim Watson and Transportation Committee Chair, Stephen Blais, announced a new plan that, pending Council approval, will direct City resources between 2020 and 2024 to improve safety for all users on Ottawa roads. This would be the third Road Safety Action Plan (RSAP) the City has implemented to make area roadways safer for all…
The NCC will begin removing snow from two sections of bike lanes once arrangements are finalized.
The Ottawa Cycling Plan, an accompanying document to the Transportation Master Plan, is the City’s guiding document when it comes to planning and implementing new cycling facilities. The current plan, approved by City Council in 2013, sets out a vision for the City’s cycling network and staff are currently working towards this. Earlier this year, Council approved…