Drivers, cyclists and the City: We have work to do
Walking, biking, scooting, driving – we all want to stay safe on our roads, no matter our mode of travel. But we are more vulnerable to severe injury from vehicle…
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You asked about the Water Rate Structure Review
The City is currently running a public engagement campaign to get feedback and opinions to inform its review of the Water Rate Structure – with the focus on how to…
Planning committee approves redeveloping church property with affordable housing
The Planning and Housing Committee today approved a zoning amendment to facilitate redevelopment of the Julian of Norwich Anglican Church site at Merivale Road and Withrow Avenue with 84 affordable housing units.…
Paving the way to a more connected Ottawa
Construction season in Ottawa has started, so what’s there to celebrate? We know the sights and sounds that sometimes come with it can feel like a never-ending source of frustration.…
Flags at Ottawa City Hall lowered to half-mast in memory of Diane Deans
The flags at Ottawa City Hall will be lowered to half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Saturday, May 25 in honour of the late Diane Deans, who passed away on…
Are you Rain Ready?
On May 1 City Council approved a permanent, expanded Rain Ready Ottawa program to help residents manage rainfall on their properties, reduce the harmful impacts of stormwater runoff on small…
Diane Deans – Passion, Tenacity, and Fearlessness
It is with a heavy heart that I share with you the news that my former colleague, mentor and long-time Ottawa City Councillor, Diane Deans, has entered palliative care after…
Cornerstone Housing for Women new shelter will better meet demands
I happy to share with residents that Cornerstone Housing for Women will be moving its emergency shelter on O’Connor Street to 2980 Carling Avenue, the former site of the Carling…
Raising concerns on behalf of community at Transit Commission
At this week’s Transit Commission meeting, I raised concerns on behalf of Bay ward residents, about OC Transpo service. The first question I asked focused on ensuring the safety and…
Tree Planting Strategy
“Putting Down Roots for the Future” is the City of Ottawa’s 20-year strategic Urban Forest Management Plan (UFMP). Ottawa’s urban forest includes all trees and their habitat on both public and…