A fire truck may fly by you on the way to saving lives. But when you speed, the opposite is true – you are risking lives. Those few seconds possibly saved by speeding could have tragic consequences for you and other road users. From 2017 to 2021, 209 drivers were involved in fatal and major injury collisions…
Car thefts and break-ins have been highlighted in the news over the past week. According to an article from CTV news an average of six vehicles a day have been reported stolen in Ottawa so far this year, with Bay ward and River ward being the focus for vehicle thefts. Statistics on the Ottawa Police…
Residents are invited to join the City of Ottawa for a virtual discussion on emergency preparedness for persons with disabilities on Tuesday, February 13 from 1 to 3 pm. The City’s Office of Emergency Management, Accessibility Office and Ottawa Public Health will provide information and resources with a focus on key emergency preparedness considerations for…
Ottawa winters give you plenty of distractions, with icy or snowy roads, snowplows, reduced visibility due to blowing snow and worrying about being late because of the poor conditions. Not to mention that not everyone is confident driving in winter conditions. These are even more reasons why you should never text while driving or let…
A proposed concept plan has been developed for the Broadview Avenue Traffic Calming study. For overview of previous consultation, background information, and to learn more about the proposed concept plan, please visit the project webpage. A public open house will take place on January 30, 2024 from 7pm to 9pm (drop-in) at the Dovercourt Recreation…
It is important for residents to stay vigilant and informed about safety, particularly when it comes to frozen bodies of water. Ottawa Fire Services recently created a video that demonstrated crucial tips on what to do if you or someone near you falls through the ice into cold water.
The City of Ottawa and Ottawa Public Health remind residents of the importance of wearing a hockey, ski or snowboard helmet while sledding. Proper head protection is critical when you’re sliding down a hill. All children should be accompanied by an adult when sledding. Here are some tips to keep you and your family safe while…
Environment Canada has issued a Winter Storm Warning for the Ottawa region with total accumulations of 15 to 25 centimetres expected and peak snowfall rates of 3 to 5 centimetres per hour. That’s a lot of snow – and falling fast! Snow will begin this evening and quickly become heavy at times tonight, before transitioning…
As the temperatures continue to fluctuate this winter, it’s important for us to address a crucial safety concern regarding ice forming on natural bodies of water in and around our community. Despite the colder weather, the recent conditions have not been sufficient to ensure the safety of the ice forming on natural bodies of water.…
It’s the law: The amount you’ve consumed is irrelevant if you exhibit signs of impairment – it’s a criminal offense. If police determine that you have drugs or alcohol in your system and/or that you are impaired by any substance, you can face severe consequences and potential criminal charges. It’s a life: Receiving a fine…