Please continue to visit and support the great businesses in our community. I share the communities’ concerns for these small businesses. The challenges have forced one to close their doors and others to see less customers. As a community, we all benefit from their presence. I encourage you to shop local whenever possible, especially as…
Children and youth, age 17 and under, can take part in free drop-in swimming, skating and gym sports at City recreation facilities every Saturday in 2025. These free drop-in programs on Saturdays continue to allow children and youth to participate in City programs and benefit from the associated health and social benefits of these activities.…
This week at City Council: Renovictions and Tenant Protections: A Step Forward This week Ottawa City Council took a significant step toward addressing the issue of “renovictions” by instructing staff to investigate recent changes to the Residential Tenancies Act and explore the possibility of a renovation licensing and relocation by-law. Commonly referred to as a…
Route 11 One of the concerns I’ve been hearing a lot about from residents is the late and unreliable service of Bus Route 11. Many older adults in our community rely on this route to run errands, attend appointments, and stay connected to essential services. The recent transit report confirmed what many of you have…
I would like to take a moment to sincerely thank residents for their continued patience and understanding as we navigate many ongoing and often stressful issues, including construction projects, traffic concerns, and other challenges affecting our community. Your thoughtful communication and cooperation mean a great deal to my team and helps us work more effectively…
Committee of Adjustment’s Panel 2 decisions issued regarding the January 14, 2025 hearing. The decisions are under a 20-day right-to-appeal period ending on February 13, 2025. 184 Woodroffe Avenue Application GRANTED Application to construct a 10-unit, low-rise, apartment building, as shown on plans filed with the Committee. The existing dwelling and detached garage will be…
Revenue Services is conducting a tax sale for properties with significant unpaid taxes. 875 Richmond Road is on the list of properties for sale. Under Part XI of the Municipal Act, the City is required to advertise the sale of the properties for four consecutive weeks in local publication(s) (English and French) and once in the…
Did you know that Neighbourhood Health and Wellness Hubs offer a wide range of services? OPH works with the City of Ottawa and community partners to deliver integrated public health-focused programs closer to where people live, by providing access to drop-in health and social services at no cost. Neighborhood Health and Wellness Hubs (NHWH) offer…
This Lunar New Year begins on January 29. 2025 brings the Year of the Wood Snake, symbolizing introspection, wisdom and renewal, and offering opportunities for growth and change. This year, we are highlighting how some Lunar New Year traditions came to be. The legend of Nian According to one version of the Chinese legend, Nian…
Make a difference in your community by volunteering on one of the City of Ottawa’s committees or boards. The City is recruiting residents to be public members on the following committees or boards: These volunteer positions are opportunities for qualified residents to provide their expertise, knowledge and lived experience to advise on the City’s work. Who…