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SHARING THE ROAD As a regular bike commuter, the death of a fellow cyclist on May 16th at the corner of Elgin and Laurier was unnerving. I had gone through that same intersection four times the day before on my bike as I commuted back and forth to Bay Ward. I have generally found bike…
All homeowners who need support and assistance with flood remediation work inside their home, or with the dismantling of sandbag walls, may now submit online requests for assistance. Homeowners who will need help with sandbag removal or external debris once flood waters have receded significantly are asked to submit an online form. Homewoners who will…
The application materials made available online include the Public Notice and Circulation Map, as well as Surveys, Site Plans and Elevation Drawings, where applicable. To view the complete file, please visit the Committee office at the address shown below. Please also note that it would be appreciated if comments on applications to be heard June…
The splash pad located at Andrew Hayden Park will be delayed in opening due to flooding in the park. Service will be restored once water levels drop. All other splash pads will be operational effective Friday, May 17, 2019.
The City of Ottawa would like to remind residents that schedule changes will take place on Monday, May 20. Visit the City’s website to view the complete list of impacts to the services listed below. Client services centres Garbage, green bin and recycling collection Parking Transit services Recreation services Ottawa Public Health Cultural services Archives…
City Council Meeting – Wednesday, May 22, 10 am, Andrew S. Haydon Hall Planning Committee – Thursday, May 23, 9:30 am, Champlain Room Zoning By-Law Amendment: – Cannabis Production Facility (City Wide) Zoning By-Law Amendment – 383 Albert Street and 340 Queen Street (Ward 14 – Somerset) Zoning By-Law Amendment– 5615 and 5621 Fernbank Road…
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2019 Order of Ottawa and the Brian Kilrea Award for Excellence in Coaching OThe Order of Ottawa recognizes the professional achievements and outstanding service of exceptional Ottawa residents. This prestigious civic award honours up to 15 of Ottawa’s most deserving individuals each year. Any resident of Ottawa who…
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and is observed by Muslims all over the world. This year Ramadan began in the evening of Sunday, May 5 and ends the evening of Tuesday, June 4. During this time Muslims abstain from food, drink and other activities during the daylight hours. This time is…
Ottawa Champions’ opening weekend features tribute to & offer for flooding victims and volunteers The Ottawa Champions will open their 2019 Can-AM season with a winning proposition for those affected by the devastating spring flooding of recent weeks. Ottawa Special Events (OSE), an award-winning event rental and production company based in the Capital, has acquired…
Background The City of Ottawa has two tree by-laws—the Municipal Trees and Natural Areas Protection By-law, 2006-279, which covers all municipally owned trees, and the Urban Tree Conservation By-law, 2009-200, which applies to a portion of privately owned trees within the urban boundary dependent on property size and tree size. Following the completion of the Urban Forest…
Internal Task Force to address risks of flooding The internal task force will consult with municipal, Indigenous and industry leaders to discuss how to better prepare for floods and respond to them when they happen. Engagement sessions will be held in the Ottawa on May 24. A key commitment of the Made-in-Ontario Environment Plan is…
OUpcoming events and projects will have the following impacts on Ottawa traffic: Highway 417 – Beginning Monday, May 13, the Highway 417 Maitland eastbound on and off ramps will be closed for two weeks as part of Queensway Expansion East plan. Elgin Street – Beginning on Wednesday, May 15, Jack Purcell Lane at Waverley Street…
New painted bicycle lanes are planned for Sherbourne Road between Byron Avenue and Carling Avenue as part of the 2019 road resurfacing program. This is consistent with the Council approved Complete Streets Implementation Framework which directs the implementation of bike lanes and other measures to be considered when roads are repaved. Sherbourne Road is identified…