Volunteers needed to support outdoor winter fun!

Bay ward is home to some wonderful outdoor rinks and programs thanks to the residents who volunteer their time to maintain and run them throughout the winter season. I invite you to help make a difference in the community and join those who devote their time to provide access to winter activities for all. How to…

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Community Benefits Charge, Overview and Update

The City of Ottawa must adopt a new CBC strategy and By-law by the statutory deadline of September 18, 2022, as set out by the Government of Ontario through the More Homes, More Choice Act 2019, the COVID-19 Economic Recovery Act 2020, and the More Homes for Everyone Act 2022 (Bill 109). The CBC By-law…

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Ottawa Public Library wants to hear from you!

Ottawa Public Library (OPL) is conducting a public consultation until September 15, 2022 to confirm that its draft Facilities Framework reflects the needs of the community. The Framework will serve as a roadmap to ensure more equitable coverage to Library branch services across Ottawa. The Facilities Framework will allow OPL to identify gaps in terms of…

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Hydro Ottawa Holding Inc. launches net zero public engagement survey

Earlier this week, Hydro Ottawa Holding Inc., launched Enabling Net Zero; a public engagement surveydesigned to inform their sustainability action plan to become the first municipally-owned utility companyto achieve net-zero operations by 2030 in Canada. Hearing from customers, employees, partners, stakeholders and various interest groups within the wider Ottawa community is vital to supporting the…

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WOCRC looking for volunteers

Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre (WOCRC) is recruiting community members to be part of their volunteer team. Volunteers are an invaluable support to WOCRC and its community, helping to provide quality programs and services. Opportunities include: Meals on Wheels drivers and transportation drivers. If you are interested in lending a helping hand and supporting residents the…

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Britannia rock garden voting extended to August 10

On Thursday July 28 my office co-hosted a public meeting with Parks Planner Louise Cerveny to review and discuss two options for a rock garden in Britannia Park. Residents can watch the meeting in it’s entirety on my YouTube channel here. If you were unable to participate and would like to provide your input please…

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Ottawa Public Library wants your input on planning future branches

Have your say to help shape decisions on facilities planning. From now to September 15, the Ottawa Public Library (OPL) is conducting a public consultation to confirm that the draft Facilities Framework reflects the needs of the Ottawa community.   OPL invites Ottawa residents to share their thoughts and views on access to Library branch services…

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Britannia Park rock garden public meeting

The City of Ottawa will be developing a new rock garden at Britannia Park. Residents are invited to participate in a Community Consultation via TEAMS to review the two concept plan options on Thursday, July 28th 7:00-8:00PM. Options will be posted on-line after the meeting for review and comments. Comment period will close Friday, August…

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July 22 is last day to have your say on the City’s Infrastructure Master Plan

The City of Ottawa is seeking resident and stakeholder feedback on the preliminary policies and program recommendations of the Infrastructure Master Plan (IMP). The IMP is a strategic document that sets growth-related goals, objectives, and priorities for municipal infrastructure related to water distribution, wastewater collection, and stormwater management, supporting the City’s New Official Plan project. The draft preliminary…

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