Message from Councillor Kavanagh
As a member of the Ottawa Board of Health I was happy to receive and approve the recommendations submitted to Health Canada by the Medical Officer of Health on the…
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Meetings at Ottawa City Hall for the week of September 23, 2019
Ottawa – All public meetings are held at Ottawa City Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, unless otherwise noted. For a complete agenda and updates, please sign up for email alerts,…
LRT Operational Update as of Sept 19
For the period ending end of day September 19: The LRT delivered 2,450 train trips on the Confederation Line; Trains traveled over 30,000 kilometres; and No major issues with train…
Long-term care – Update on work plan
Work on the City’s plan to enhance resident care, safety and quality of life in long-term care homes is well underway and should be completed next year. The Community and…
Traffic impacts in Ottawa – from Thursday, September 19
Ottawa – These upcoming events and projects will have the following impacts on Ottawa traffic: Cedarview Road – From Saturday, September 21 at 5 am until Monday, September 23 at…
Fall Recreation Activities
You don’t need to go far to find great recreational activities this fall/winter. You can find recreation centres in your neighbourhood that offer an array of activities for all ages,…
Planning Primer 1 Course for Residents
Registration for the Planning Primer I: Legislative Background and Policy Documents September 28 and October 2, 2019 (Offered in English) Location: City Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue WestHoneywell Room, 2nd Floor 9:00…
Transit Commission Update
Update provided on first days of O-Train Line 1 service The Transit Commission received an update on the performance of the new O-Train Line 1 service since its launch on…
Lead water pipes: Committee moves for more help for homeowners
The City’s Standing Committee on Environmental Protection, Water and Waste Management today approved an update to the Lead Pipe Replacement Program. Homeowners with lead water pipes that connect to non-lead…
Carling @ Edgeworth Safety Consultation – Oct 1
There was a serious collision causing the death of a senior citizen at this intersection last April. There have been other accidents involving pedestrians, what can be done? Join Councillor…
2018 Large Diameter Water-mains Inspection Results and Corrective Action Plans
The City has been completing inspections of large diameter watermains for 12 years. A formal and targeted inspection program was established in 2012. The main benefit of this program is…
City announces 2019 Ottawa Book Awards and Prix du livre d’Ottawa finalists
Ottawa – From intense drama, humour and biography to riveting history, political commentary and elegant poetry, this year’s finalists for the 2019 Ottawa Book Awards and Prix du livre d’Ottawa…
Glad Cleaning the Capital – Update
Registered projects: To date, in the city of Ottawa there are over 227 projects and 10,846 participants registered, including 22 graffiti removal projects! In Bay Ward, there are 5 projects…
Committee of Adjustment – Oct. 2, 2019
There are no applications located in Bay Ward Link to Agenda The application materials made available online include the Public Notice and Circulation Map, as well as Surveys, Site Plans…
Two Local Federal Candidates’ Debates
Thursday, September 26, 2019Time: 6:50 to 9:00 p.m.The Chambers, Ben Franklin Place, 101 Centrepointe Dr. Facebook Link Thursday, October 10, 2019Time 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Dr. FJ McDonald School, 2860…
Message from Councillor Kavanagh
The waste collection from last week was finally been completed by Thursday when regular collection resumed. This is good news. This was very frustrating for residents of Bay Ward. We…
Ottawa Police invites women to experience ‘A day in the life of a police officer’
(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Service Outreach Recruitment team is pairing up with the Algonquin College Policing Professional Development Centre to show potential female candidates exactly what to expect in…
DND to lease parking lots
DND to lease parking lots to deal with Carling headquarters parking chaos, parkade planned for later DAVID PUGLIESE, OTTAWA CITIZEN Updated: September 12, 2019 Read the article about what DND is…
LRT Stage 2 Project Update for Sept 2 to Sept 15, 2019
Overall Preparatory activities (borehole drilling, top soil stripping, site office mobilization, pre-construction surveys, tree clearing, etc.) are currently underway on each O-Train extension. O-Train Confederation Line West Extension • Tree…
Meetings at Ottawa City Hall for the week of September 16, 2019
Ottawa – All public meetings are held at Ottawa City Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, unless otherwise noted. For a complete agenda and updates, please sign up for email alerts…
Sign Up for Waste Collection Reminders & Alerts
Sign up to receive Waste Collection Reminders & Alerts at ottawa.ca Sample reminders and alerts by email
Nominate now for the 2019 Crime Prevention Ottawa Awards
Help us recognize and celebrate our community safety and crime prevention leaders. Submit your nomination for the 11th annual Crime Prevention Ottawa Awards. These awards honour individuals, groups and programs…
Better Para Transpo experience on the way with online services
Ottawa — A proposed plan to provide online services for Para Transpo users will mean better service for customers starting at the end of 2019. Councillor Allan Hubley, Chair of…
Outfall Repair Fall 2019
Outfalls Improvements Project: The project, scheduled for this year, involves the repair of several storm outfall pipes along the Ottawa River. The outfall is located on the shoreline of the Ottawa…
Collector streets
On September 12th, the Planning Committee also approved new design guidelines for neighbourhood collector streets. Developers will use the guidelines when planning collector streets in new subdivisions, so the changes…
Annual Development Report
The Planning Committee received the 2018 Annual Development Report, which includes a lot of good news for our city. Unemployment has dropped to just 4.6 per cent. The 6,300 retail…
Liberation75 Tulip
The Canadian Tulip Festival together with their partners, the National Capital Commission (NCC), the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands and KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, are getting ready to…
Traffic impacts in Ottawa for the coming days – from Thursday, Sept 12
Upcoming events and projects will have the following impacts on Ottawa traffic: Carling Avenue – From Friday, September 13 at 7 pm until Monday, September 16 at 6 am, Carling…
Committee approves zoning to limit growth of payday loan establishments
On Sept 12th 2019, the City’s Planning Committee approved zoning changes to limit the growth of payday loan establishments in Ottawa. The zoning changes would require minimum distances between payday…
Confederation Line launch: Everything you need to know for opening day
WHERE TO? HOW MUCH? IS THERE CELL SERVICE? CAN I BRING MY DOG? Welcome Aboard! Questions? Read about opening day, Saturday September 14th, and the activities including musical entertainment at…
Message from Councillor Kavanagh
The Sovereign’s Medal for Volunteers is awarded to individuals who have made significant, sustained and unpaid contributions to their community in Canada or abroad. The medal, first presented by the…
Traffic impacts in Ottawa from September 6
Ottawa – Upcoming events and projects will have the following impacts on Ottawa traffic: Albert Street – Beginning Monday, September 9, for approximately two months, there will be lane reductions…
Meetings at Ottawa City Hall for the week of September 9, 2019
All public meetings are held at Ottawa City Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, unless otherwise noted. For a complete agenda and updates, please sign up for email alerts, visit ottawa.ca/agendas…
Ward Council Meeting Wed Sept 11 – Ready for Rail Trip Planner and Neighbourhood Safety
Join Councillor Kavanagh, city staff and your neighbours to discuss current municipal issues at Ron Kolbus Lakeside Centre from 7pm to 8:30 pm. Agenda: 7:00 pm Introduction: Councillor Theresa Kavanagh…
Accessibility Spotlight
Accessibility Spotlight Accessible Parking Permits give persons with disabilities enhanced access to on-street parking All persons with temporary or permanent disabilities are eligible to apply for a permit at no cost. To…
Road Closure on Neepawa from Sept 16 to 20
Please note Neepawa Ave. road closure from Sept 16 to 20 – The contractor will be connecting new services at 2039 Neepawa Ave. As per city notification signs will be…
Movie Night with special guest Mighty Molecules was a great success
I really enjoyed hosting my first movie night as Councillor of Bay Ward on a perfect evening at Britannia Park. I brought my grand kids and they loved it. We…
Fairfield Heritage Harvest Sept 15
Sunday, September 15 from 10 am to 4 pmCost: $17.50 per family (2 adults + children) or $6.75 per person Celebrate local farming history and explore harvest traditions. Learn how…
Noise Exemptions for 2625 Regina & 265 Poulin
When / Where Location #1 – 2625 Regina: 1 night of work on September 17, 2019 from 22:00 to 07:00 Location #2 – 265 Poulin: 1 night of work on…
Launch of the 2020 Civic Events Funding Program
The application process for the 2020 Civic Events Funding Program is now open. The city invites local not-for-profit organizations, such as community groups and recreation associations to apply for up…
Save the Date for the Trick or Treat with the Mayor Event
Scheduled this year on Saturday, October 26th from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. This safe Halloween event will again be in support of the Ottawa Food Bank’s Baby Basics Program. The Baby…
Back to School Tips from By-law Team
Summer is ending and that means kids are heading back to school. Younger children often lack the skills to negotiate traffic safely. They may dart into the street after a…
10 Commemorative LRT Passes for Bay Ward Residents on Sept 11 2019
Councillor Kavanagh will be giving away 10 commemorative LRT passes during her Ward Council Meeting on Wednesday September 11. If more than 10 residents are interested, there will be a…
Ottawa Fire Services will be knocking on doors next week
Ottawa Fire Services (OFS) firefighters will visit homes throughout the city between September 9 and 16 to ensure that smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms are present and in working…
City-led Career Showcase – Oct 3 2019
SUMMARY STATEMENT: The purpose of the City-led Career Showcase is to attract and engage competitive talent from the four designated groups (Women, Indigenous people, Racialized people and Persons with disabilities),…
Road Closures for the ride this weekend
The 10th edition of THE RIDE supporting leading-edge research at The Ottawa Hospital is Sunday, September 8, 2019. Hundreds of cyclists will be heading out on two different adventures: a…
LRT Related Tree Removal – Public Notice
Tree and Vegetation Removal West of Moodie Station to Baseline and Tunney’s Pasture Station FALL 2019 This notice is to advise that, as part of the Stage 2 O-Train Light…
STEP Sept 2019 – School bus/school zone safety
Ottawa – The Gatineau Police Service and Ottawa Police Service’s Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) will focus on school bus/school zone safety and vehicle occupant restraint during the month of…
Public Health Corner
First mosquitoes test positive for West Nile virus Ottawa Public Health reminds residents to protect themselves from mosquito bites. Mosquito trapping and testing—components of Ottawa Public Health’s West Nile virus…
Sept 30th – Women & Gender Equity Community Forum
Description Mayor Jim Watson and Councillor Theresa Kavanagh, Council Liaison for Women and Gender Equity, are hosting the City of Ottawa Women and Gender Equity Strategy Public Forum. The event is now…
Public Health Corner – World Suicide Day – Sept 10, 2019
Working Together to prevent Suicide For the second year in a row, the theme of World Suicide Prevention Day is ‘Working Together to Prevent Suicide.’ This theme was chosen because…
Message from Councillor Kavanagh
It’s back to school time, which means it’s time to start packing lunches again. If you were lucky enough to be off lunch duty for the summer months, you might…
Green Infrastructure Event
What: Ecology Ottawa has been working in Britannia, Crystal Beach, and Belltown for the last year to promote green infrastructure adaptation on a city-wide and at-home scale with our free…
Britannia Hydro Ottawa Open House
MESSAGE FROM HYDRO OTTAWA: I would like to invite you to attend a community information session regarding Hydro Ottawa’s plans for a pole replacement project that will take place in…
Carling Ave Closure Local Traffic only Starting Sept 13
I wanted to inform you that we will be closing Carling Avenue between Herzberg Road and Moodie Drive for one weekend to construct the sanitary crossing as part of the…
OC Transpo makes annual fall bus schedule changes
Ottawa – OC Transpo’s fall bus schedules start Sunday, September 1. Schedule adjustments will reflect higher seasonal ridership levels as customers return to work and school. Minor changes are also…
Committee of Adjustment – September 18, 2019
Please contact the Committee Office at cofa@ottawa.ca with your comments. 47 (41, 43, 45, 49 & 51) Aylen D08-01-19/B-00232, D08-01-19/B-00237 (Adjourned from August 21, 2019) To subdivide the property…
Committee approved two motions to amend the Vehicle for Hire By-law
On August 29th, The Community and Protective Services Committee approved two motions to amend the Vehicle for Hire By-law. The first would authorize the Chief License Inspector to approve using…
Committee delegates authority to the Director of Housing Services
The City will receive $22.4 million from the Province over the next three years to maintain social housing in a state of good repair, keep it affordable for low-income families…
Committee approves by-law review work plan
On August 29th, the City’s Community and Protective Services Committee approved a by-law review work plan. Over this Term of Council, the City would review 34 by-laws or by-law projects.…
Committee approves child care plan
The City’s Community and Protective Services Committee today approved a five-year plan for child care and early years services. Based on extensive consultations, the goal of the plan is to…
Chat with Councillor Kavanagh
Have a question and would like to meet with Councillor Kavanagh in-person? Next Pop-Up Clinic is on Tuesday September 3rd from 5 to 6:30 pm at the Tim Hortons at 933 Richmond.
A Downtown that Moves – Mobility Plan
The City of Ottawa, in partnership with the Ottawa Police Service, will deploy its Downtown that Moves initiative from Tuesday, September 3 until Sunday, October 6 – keeping traffic on…
Take a Survey – New Official Plan 5 Big Moves
Defining the City Together Take the 5 Big Moves Survey before the deadline of September 16th, 2019 to tell us you what you think about Five Big Moves for Ottawa’s…
Traffic impacts in Ottawa for the coming days – from Thursday, August 29
Ottawa – Upcoming events and projects will have the following impacts on Ottawa traffic: Chaudière Bridge – On Tuesday, August 27, the Chaudière crossing re-opened to motorists. Bike lanes are…
Ready for Rail – LRT Stage 1 – Five Key Dates
Sunday September 1st – Regular seasonal changes – Back to School. For details click here. Saturday September 14th – Opening Day. Ceremony starts at 10 am . Open to all…
Message from Councillor Kavanagh – ALL ABOARD!
I am very excited to announce that the first day of the Confederation Line 1 service of our Light Rail Transit system will be on Saturday, September 14. Buses will…
Welcome Aboard! LRT Opens Saturday Sept 14th @ 2PM
Ottawa – OC Transpo will welcome customers aboard O-Train Line 1, the Confederation Line, starting at 2 pm on Saturday, September 14. Thirteen beautiful new stations will open to the…
Greening Your Community Report
The document is the result of a community event hosted by Ecology Ottawa in collaboration with Diana Ralph (Belltown Community Association) and Lyndee Wolf as part of our Green Infrastructure…
Capital Pride Flag Raising Photo Album
The annual Capital Pride Festival, Ottawa’s diverse, welcoming and inclusive 2SLGBTQ+ festival kicked off for a 34th consecutive year on Sunday, August 18! Capital Pride is an important part of…
Traffic impacts in Ottawa for the coming days – from Friday, August 23
Ottawa – Upcoming events and projects will have the following impacts on Ottawa traffic: Albert and Lyon streets – From Friday, August 23 at 6 pm to Sunday, August 25…
Meetings at Ottawa City Hall for the week of August 26, 2019
Ottawa – All public meetings are held at Ottawa City Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, unless otherwise noted. For a complete agenda and updates, please sign up for email alerts…
2019 City of Ottawa Ash Tree Replacement Program Update
The City of Ottawa has lost thousands of ash trees due to the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB). This invasive beetle, native to Asia was first detected in North America in…
Community Partnership Award – Call for Submissions
CALL FOR ENTRIESDEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 13th 2019 Questions?planning@ottawa.caMore InformationOttawa.ca/communitypartnershipaward Award Description SUBMIT AN ENTRY
Interim safety improvements being made to Laurier Avenue
Councillor Kavanagh bikes to City Hall from Bay Ward every day. She is happy to report that the city is implementing interim safety improvements to Laurier Avenue. Work will begin…
Commemorative Bench Program
Benches may be donated to any City of Ottawa park provided there is an accessible pathway and room to add a new bench as determined by City staff. The bench…
RON KOLBUS LAKESIDE CENTRE – FALL / WINTER Program
Check out the FALL / WINTER Programs at the Ron Kolbus Lakeview Centre and all of Ottawa. READ BROCHURE
Maison de la Francophonie d’Ottawa Construction Activities – August 2019
Look-ahead schedule for the next 4 weeks : Existing Grant building : 1- Level 3 – Drywall : started taping and prime walls.2- Level 2 – grid /ceiling tiles installation…
GLAD Clean the Capital
Registration for the annual GLAD Cleaning the Capital Fall campaign is now open. Participants can register their cleanup projects by calling 3-1-1 or by using the online registration form available…
Jobs in Aquatics
Do you know anyone? The city needs lifeguards. Being a lifeguard gives you lifelong skills that will follow you wherever you go. Knowing CPR and first aid can come in…
Priority Bench Program 2019
Project Description: Since 2013, the Planning, Infrastructure and Economic Development Department (PIED) has received funding on an annual basis to help supplement accessible and “age-friendly” City of Ottawa benches. The…
Schedule changes for Labour Day
Ottawa – Residents can expect schedule changes on Labour Day, Monday, September 2. Visit ottawa.ca for a complete list of impacts on the following services: Client services centres Garbage, green…
Federal election signs permitted on private properties beginning August 22
Candidates, political parties, electoral district associations and registered third parties for the 2019 federal election are permitted to place election signs on private properties, with permission from the property owner,…
Dog Owners Fall Clean-up Days
The following dates were provided by Responsible Dog Owners of Canada: FALL CLEAN-UP DAYS It is Park Clean-Up time again. Every year, from Spring to Fall, Responsible Dog Owners of…
Message for Councillor Kavanagh
Public engagement is an important part of making our community a better place to live. Currently I am working with city staff in planning a number of meetings to give…
Traffic impacts in Ottawa for the coming days – from Friday, August 16
Ottawa – Upcoming events and projects will have the following impacts on Ottawa traffic: Albert and Lyon streets – From Friday, August 16 at 6 pm to Sunday, August 18…
Meetings at Ottawa City Hall for the week of August 19, 2019
Ottawa – All public meetings are held at Ottawa City Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, unless otherwise noted. For a complete agenda and updates, please sign up for email alerts,…
Committee of Adjustment – Sept. 4 2019 – Decisions (incl. Lincoln Fields)
Applications 906, 910 Pinecrest – D08-01-19/B-00246 The Committee of Adjustment will consider an Application for Consent to subdivide the property into two separate parcels of land in order to create…
Chat with Councillor Kavanagh
Have a question and would like to meet with Councillor Kavanagh in-person? Next Pop-Up Clinic is on Friday, August 23rd at 9:00 am, at Britannia Coffeehouse.
Waste Explorer – What bin?
If you don’t know which bin to put an item in use the city’s Waste Explorer.
2019 Bus Service Changes – Sept. 1
Ottawa – OC Transpo’s fall bus schedules start Sunday, September 1. Schedule adjustments will reflect higher seasonal ridership levels as customers return to work and school. Minor changes are also…
LRT Start of Confederation Line Service on track for September 2019
Update as of August 16 – As per the GM, Transportation Services Dept, RTG has made significant progress during the Trial Running period, running various scenarios of regularly scheduled service…
Register for Engage Ottawa
Engage Ottawa introduces new and innovative online tools to improve how the City engages with you. These online tools give you the opportunity to weigh in on the projects and…
Britannia Rd from Jamieson St to Rowatt St will be closed for 7 days
Please note that Britannia Road from Jamieson Street to Rowatt Street will be closed from Thursday, 29 August 2019 to Friday, 6 September 2019. The contractor, Les Entreprises HDJS Gascon…
Haughton Ave. from Scrivens St. to Ritchie St. will be closed for 4 days.
Please note that Haughton Avenue from Scrivens Street to Ritchie Street will be closed from Monday, 19 August 2019 to Friday, 23 August 2019. The contractor,1230027 Ont. Inc. o/a…
Cycling in Ottawa – Review Bike Safety and Regulations
Are you riding your bike? Refer to Ottawa.ca to get information on-line. Routes and Maps Cycling and Transit Classes and Programs Visibility and Safety Signs, Signals and Regulations Winter Cycling…
Stage 2 LRT Project Update
August 5, 2019 to August 18, 2019 Overall: Preparatory activities (borehole drilling, top soil stripping, site office mobilization, pre-construction surveys, etc.) are currently underway on each O-Train extension to facilitate…
Capital Pride Festival
Celebrate Capital Pride The annual Capital Pride Festival, Ottawa’s diverse, welcoming and inclusive 2SLGBTQ+ festival kicks off for a 34th consecutive year on Sunday, August 18! Capital Pride is an…
2019 Crime Prevention Ottawa Awards Call for Nominations
Help the City of Ottawa recognize and celebrate our community safety leaders by submitting your nomination for our 11th annual Crime Prevention Ottawa Awards. These awards honour individuals, groups and…
Ottawa Pedestrian and Cycling Plans
The Transportation Master Plan (TMP), together with the accompanying Ottawa Cycling Plan and Ottawa Pedestrian Plan, is the City’s blueprint for planning, developing and operating its walking, cycling, transit and…
Ottawa Hand in Hand Recreation and Culture Fee Support
The City of Ottawa offers fee support to ensure that all residents have access to municipally offered recreation and culture programs and activities regardless of their ability to pay. If…
What’s the difference?
Many people believe using biodegradable and compostable bags are better to use than regular plastic bags. However, all of them end up at the landfill. Biodegradable plastic bags contain tiny…
Chat with Councillor Kavanagh
Have a question and would like to meet with Councillor Kavanagh in-person? Next Councillor Kavanagh chat is on Wednesday, August 14th, 8:30 am, at Britannia Coffeehouse.
Walk & Talk with Councillor Kavanagh
Bay Ward residents are welcomed to join Councillor Kavanagh on Wednesday, August 14th for a “Walk and Talk” at 7:30 am outside Britannia Coffeehouse. Dress for a pleasant walk outside.
Message from Councillor Kavanagh
On Thursday August 8th, I had the pleasure to honour the community service and lasting impact of Marlene Catterall and welcome her family, friends and colleagues attending this special event.…
O-Train Light Rail Transit Stage 1 and Stage 2 Quarterly Update (Q2 – 2019)
Stage 1 Confederation Line Project Update StationsOver the course of Q2 2019, significant progress has been made towards the completion of all Confederation Line stations. As noted previously, Building Occupancy…
Consultation on Sept 19 – The New Official Plan – Defining the city together
We hope that you can join the conversation at Councillor Kavanagh’s consultation session on Sept. 19th at the Olde Forge to plan the future of our great City! The New…
Infrastructure Services Project Status Listing – August 2019
Infrastructure Services implements city-building priorities from planning and delivering infrastructure projects, to managing infrastructure assets and investments. The report ending August 30th 2019 provides information on overall project status, milestones…
Inspire the public art and landscape
Inspire the public art and landscape for the new Ottawa Public Library and Library and Archives Canada joint facility Ottawa – Registration is now open for the design workshops on…
Heroes, Pillows and Popcorn – Movie Night on August 29 @ 7 PM
JOIN US FOR A MOVIE NIGHT OUTSIDE AT RON KOLBUS. IF IT RAINS, WE MOVE INSIDE TO THE MAIN HALL. Dress up as your favorite hero and enjoy the show.…
Free Naloxone Training & Kit
On Tuesday, August 13, Ottawa Special Events and Ottawa Public Health have teamed up again to provide free Naloxone training. Each attendee will receive a free Naloxone kit as well. …
WANTED: Pathway Patrol Volunteers
Ottawa’s pathways have amazing scenery to discover and are a great way to get in and around our city. The City’s Pathway Patrol program was established in 1997 and has…
Info Session on Water Utility Bill – Sept 4th @ 7pm
Location: Ron Kolbus Lakeside Centre – 102 Greenview Ave. Agenda Opening Remarks Councillor Kavanagh City staff will explain the water utility bill and deferral program. Q & A Meeting 7…
Meetings at Ottawa City Hall for the week of August 12, 2019
Ottawa – All public meetings are held at Ottawa City Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, unless otherwise noted. For a complete agenda and updates, please sign up for email alerts,…
Section of Highway 417 fully closed during weekend of August 10 and 11
Ottawa – The section of Highway 417 between Carling and Bronson avenues will be fully closed from Saturday, August 10 at 6 pm until Sunday, August 11 at 11 am.…
Traffic impacts in Ottawa for the coming days – from Thursday, August 8
Ottawa – Upcoming events and projects will have the following impacts on Ottawa traffic: Carling Avenue on-ramp to Highway 417 eastbound – On Saturday, August 10, the Carling Avenue on-ramp…
OPL-LAC joint facility is now live
The third phase of the Inspire555 series to engage the public and gather input on the new Ottawa Public Library (OPL) and Library and Archives Canada (LAC) joint facility is…
Registration for Fall 2019 and Winter 2020 recreation programs
The Recreation eGuide and Mon Cyberguide francophone des loisirs are online at Ottawa.ca for Fall and Winter programs. Residents can choose from a wide variety of activities in their neighbourhoods…
2019 Corkstown Rd Culvert Replacements
Construction has begun on the 2019 West End Small Culverts Replacement Project. The contractor has commenced installation of some traffic control measures. Notices will be sent to residents nearby the…
Tobacco, cannabis and electronic cigarettes
In Ontario, smoking or vaping recreational cannabis is allowed in the same places that tobacco-use is permitted, except in motor vehicles and boats. The following are some examples of places…
Submissions now open for the new Community Partnership Award
Do you have an inspiring story about what can be achieved when everyone works together to plan a building? Recognize that success by submitting an entry for the City’s new…
Chat with Councillor Kavanagh
Have a question and would like to meet with Councillor Kavanagh in-person? Next Councillor Kavanagh chat is on Thursday, August 8th, 10 am, at Bridgehead in Fairlawn Plaza. For more…
Message from Councillor Kavanagh
This week I attended a meeting organized by community members in the Britannia Woods neighbourhood located on Ritchie Street. The residents had safety concerns stemming from the recent shooting that…
STEP to focus on pedestrian safety and roundabouts
The Gatineau Police Service and Ottawa Police Service’s Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) will focus on pedestrian safety and roundabouts during the month of August. Pedestrian Safety Between 2013 and…
Noise By-law Exemption: Stage 2 Confederation Line West Extension (Lincoln Fields to Baseline Station)
East-West Connectors (EWC) have advised us that borehole drilling is required in various locations on the southwest transitway between Lincoln Fields and Baseline Station. In order to minimize impacts to…
Have your say and engage with the City: Week of August 5
Ottawa – The City of Ottawa wants your input on the projects, policies, programs and services that affect your daily life. From open houses to workshops and online engagement opportunities,…
Ready for Rail Information Night on August 26th
Bus Route 85 also goes close to this site, please check OC Transpo Travel Planner for best route
Traffic impacts – beginning Thursday, August 1
Ottawa – Upcoming events and projects will have the following impacts on Ottawa traffic: Carling Avenue on-ramp to Highway 417 eastbound – On Saturday, August 10, the Carling Avenue on-ramp…
Committee of Adjustment – August 21 2019 – Decisions
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…
Committee of Adjustment – August 7, 2019 – Decisions
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…
Message from Councillor Kavanagh
Summer is a wonderful time of year. It’s warm, sunny, the pools and beaches are full of people and many residents are on vacation. Questions about health-related issues like extreme…
2019 21U Women’s Baseball Invitational Championships
Message from Mayor Jim Watson: Ottawa is proud to be the host city for the 2019 21U Women’s Invitational Baseball Championships taking place at RCGT Park (home of our Ottawa…
Green Bin Facts
Green Bin Fact #1 You asked…. How are the plastic bags containing organics processed at the facility? The organic processing facility has been retrofitted with equipment that rip open the…
Have your say and engage with the City: Week of July 29
Memo Ottawa – The City of Ottawa wants your input on the projects, policies, programs and services that affect your daily life. From open houses to workshops and online engagement…
Traffic impacts in Ottawa for the coming days – beginning Thursday, July 25
Ottawa – Upcoming events and projects will have the following impacts on Ottawa traffic: Sir John A. Macdonald Parkway – From Friday, July 26 at 6 pm to Monday, July…
Colonel By Day Holiday activities and schedule changes
The City of Ottawa would like to remind residents of the following schedule changes for Colonel By Day, Monday, August 5. Client services Ottawa City Hall and all seven Client…
August 5th – Colonel By Day – Schedule changes
Ottawa – The City of Ottawa would like to remind residents to expect schedule changes on Colonel By Day, Monday, August 5. Visit the ottawa.ca for a complete list of…
2019 Road Rehabilitation bi-weekly status report
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Committee of Adjustment – July 17th Decisions
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…
Developing the future of municipal recreation and cultural activity spaces
Developing the future of municipal recreation and community activity spaces Engagement opportunities are now open at Ottawa.ca until early September. We invite you to share your ideas and comments on…
LRT – The Substantive Completion Notice was received by the City on July 22, 2019
The Substantive Completion Notice, received by the City on July 22, 2019, signifies that RTG is of the opinion that the project has advanced to the point where construction and…
Goose Poop at Andrew Haydon Park
This season the paths at Andrew Haydon Park seemed to be more affected by goose droppings than before. We have been informed that the equipment used to clean the pathways…
Public Consultation for the Tree By-law Review
Please review consultation materials on the project website at www.ottawa.ca/treebylawreview. The City will be accepting feedback on the proposed directions until September 9, 2019.
Noise Bylaw Exemptions for LRT Stage 2
Please be advised that EWC has a noise exemption for geotechnical investigations (borehole drilling) along Richmond Rd between the Sir John A Macdonald Parkway and New Orchard as well as…
Ron Kolbus Lakeside Centre closed August 3 to 17 2019
The Ron Kolbus Lakeside Centre will be closed for maintenance from August 3 to 17, 2019 inclusive. No access to RKLC will be allowed during this construction period. The HVAC system…
Meetings at Ottawa City Hall for the week of July 22, 2019
ll public meetings are held at Ottawa City Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, unless otherwise noted. For a complete agenda and updates, please sign up for email alerts, visit ottawa.ca/agendas or call 3-1-1.…
351 Croydon Development – Beside the Quickie at Lincoln Fields
SYNOPSIS OF APPLICATION The property is located on the east side of Croydon Avenue between Carling Avenue and Richmond Road. The property is adjacent to the Lincoln Field Shopping Centre…
Gull Wires at Britannia Beach
The gull wires are not being installed at Britannia this year. The spring flood either removed or buried the pole anchor points and despite numerous efforts, they have not been…
Have your say and engage with the City: Week of July 22
Ottawa – The City of Ottawa wants your input on the projects, policies, programs and services that affect your daily life. From open houses to workshops and online engagement opportunities,…
Infrastructure Sewer Repair Project at 3 locations
The Infrastructure Services Branch has undertaken the Pipe Repairs 2019 project (CP000363). The following is some specific information regarding the repairs that are located in Bay ward that are in…
Traffic impacts in Ottawa for the coming days – beginning Thursday, July 18
Upcoming events and projects will have the following impacts on Ottawa traffic: Beechwood Avenue – From Monday, July 22 to Friday, August 2, Beechwood Avenue will be closed between Charlevoix…
Ottawa Police Service Community Policing Forum Report
The Ottawa Police Service hosted the Community Policing Forum: ~Building Trust Together~ on May 13, 2019. The aim was to “Explore the status of community policing in Ottawa and identify…
Ottawa Police Service Have an APP!
The Ottawa Police Service launched an app for Android and iOS users that makes it easier to stay connected with the Ottawa Police. It includes several features such as access to online reporting,…
Wild Parsnip and other invasive species
Wild Parsnip Strategy The Public Works and Environmental Services department has been proactively mapping out wild parsnip infestation levels across the city along roadsides, parkland and pathways. Each year, the…
Commemorative Tree Program
Remember a loved one. The City of Ottawa established the Commemorative Tree Program was in 1989. The City assists families or groups who wish to have a tree planted in…
LRT Stage 2 Project Update July 8th to July 21 2019
Overall: Preparatory activities (borehole drilling, silt fence installation, site office mobilization, pre-construction surveys, etc.) are currently underway on each O-Train extension to facilitate the commencement of Stage 2 construction activities…
Mosquitoes and West Nile Virus (WNV)
West Nile virus (WNV) is an infection spread by mosquitoes that in some people can cause serious illness. Each year from June to October, Ottawa Public Health (OPH) coordinates a…
Pinecrest-Queensview CHC – Notice of AGM – Sept 10 2019
Ruth Wildgen Award Nominees SoughtIn September 1999, Ottawa lost one of its key community leaders, Ruth Wildgen. In her memory a fund was established through Pinecrest-Queensway Community Health Centre. The…
Resurfacing Project at Ron Kolbus Postponed to after Labour Day
In the month of September, the City of Ottawa will begin construction work in your neighbourhood. This work is a lifecycle renewal of the main driveway at the Ron Kolbus…
Message from Councillor Kavanagh
In a world of negative news regarding social housing I was delighted that the Ottawa Citizen took the time to see a positive project that reflected on the talent and…
Defeat of the motion to reconsider the addition to the Chateau Laurier
This week City Council had the opportunity to debate a motion put forward by Councillor Mathieu Fleury to reconsider the proposed design to the Chateau Laurier addition. This motion was…
Ready for Rail – New OC Transpo Service Map – Route 11 will be going to Bayshore
The Route 11 will return to Bayshore with the new bus schedule to be implemented 3 weeks after the start up of LRT. That change in service should be starting…
Night Market on FOX Fridays 5-9
Find out what’s on the schedule? Our Community Spanning 4 vibrant and supportive communities in Ottawa West, this location provides an “eat-in” or “take-out” option, has a great walk and…
Maison de la Francophonie – Construction Activities – July 2019
Issued by the CEPEO (Conseil des écoles publique de l’Est de l’Ontario) Look-ahead schedule for the next 4 weeks Existing Grant building : 1- Level 3 – Mechanical & electrical…
Garbage Pick up Delays by Waste Management
Waste Management apologizes to west-end residents in the following CBC article posted on July 11, 2019: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/ottawa/delayed-garbage-pickup-irking-west-end-residents-1.5208291 Many residents have been impacted by garbage delays the past few weeks. The…
Bring on the Bay – Cassels St Closed July 13th AM.
Cassels Street between Bradford Street and Cassels Street will be closed on Saturday July 13th from 7 am to noon. READ MORE ABOUT THIS GREAT EVENT
Noise By-law Exemption Request: Pinecrest Station, Queensview Station, and Connaught Tunnel
East-West Connectors (EWC) have a noise by-law exemption for borehole drilling near Pinecrest Station and Queensview Station. Crews will begin drilling boreholes along the future guideway between Dumaurier Avenue and…
Britannia: A History
Enjoy reading articles about the history of Britannia Village. A copy of “The Natural Charm of Britannia” was recently added to the site. READ MORE
Get Free Champions Baseball Tickets for the July 17th Game
Ottawa Special Events is offering free tickets to the July 17th Champions Baseball Game. Enjoy! Print your coupon here: https://www.ottawaspecialevents.com/july17.jpg
Richmond Road – Duct Bank Installation July 15 to July 26
Electrical service improvements Hydro Ottawa will be undertaking in Bay Ward. The project involves the installation of a duct structure crossing Richmond Road. This work is necessary to maintain the…
O-Train Line 2 – Trillium Line Service Adjustment for MTO 417 overpass work
Ottawa – There will be a planned service adjustment on O-Train Line 2, the Trillium Line, required so that the Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) can carry out preparatory work…
Traffic impacts in Ottawa for the coming days – from Thursday, July 11
Ottawa – Upcoming events and projects will have the following impacts on Ottawa traffic: Highway 417 – From Friday, July 19 at 10 pm to Monday, July 22 at 6…
Have your say and engage with the City: Week of July 15
The City of Ottawa wants your input on the projects, policies, programs and services that affect your daily life. From open houses to workshops and online engagement opportunities, your feedback…
Summer Sounds @ Andrew Haydon Park
The Nepean Concert Band The Nepean Concert Band performs bi-weekly concerts in the summer at Andrew Haydon Park (Carling Ave. at Holly Acres Road).
Crime Prevention Ottawa is Recruiting for BOTH our Board of Directors and our Community Forum
Crime Prevention Ottawa is Recruiting for BOTH our Board of Directors and our Community Forum What is the Board of Directors? Crime Prevention Ottawa is governed and guided by a…
O-Train Confederation Line Project Update
VIEW COMPLETE PRESENTATION TO COUNCIL 1. Substantial Completion RTG is submitting their Substantial Completion notice within the next 10 days Contingent on the timing of receipt of Substantial Completion notice,…
Jobs at the City
Here’s your chance to work in a fun and rewarding environment, gain valuable experience and earn a competitive wage. The City has part-time and seasonal positions available at locations across…
Submissions now open for the 2019 Ottawa Urban Design Awards
The City will accept online submissions for the Ottawa Urban Design Awards until Friday, August 9 at 4 pm. The biennial awards celebrate projects built in Ottawa that achieve urban…
Infrastructure Services Project Listing by Ward – June 2019
Infrastructure Services implements city-building priorities from planning and delivering infrastructure projects, to managing infrastructure assets and investments. The report ending June 2019 provides information on overall project status, milestones and…
Grants and Contributions Program
The City provides funding to a variety of not-for-profit organizations and individuals for a wide range of programming including: supporting community arts and culture; addressing housing and homelessness issues; championing…
Message from Councillor Kavanagh
As a City Councillor I have the privilege of sitting on the City Council Audit Committee where we can examine how City funds, your tax dollars, are spent. I believe…
Stage 2 LRT Project Update
Overall: Preparatory activities (borehole drilling, silt fence installation, site office mobilization, pre-construction surveys, etc.) are currently underway on each O-Train extension to facilitate the commencement of Stage 2 construction…
Traffic impacts – beginning July 5
Ottawa – Upcoming events and projects will have the following impacts on Ottawa traffic: Blair Road – The eastbound on and off-ramps at Blair Road and Highway 174 will be…
Meetings – City Hall for the week of July 8, 2019
All public meetings are held at Ottawa City Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, unless otherwise noted. For a complete agenda and updates, please sign up for email alerts, visit ottawa.ca/agendas…
New Official Plan – High Level Policy Directions
In accordance with Subsection 88 of the Procedure By-law, the Chairs of the Planning Committee and the Agriculture and Rural Affairs have called a Special Joint Meeting for Thursday, August…
Have your say and engage with the City: Week of July 8
The City of Ottawa wants your input on the projects, policies, programs and services that affect your daily life. From open houses to workshops and online engagement opportunities, your feedback…
Local musicians are standing by, waiting for your calls
A new lineup of music provided by 25 local singers, bands and musicians has been chosen for the latest edition of #ottmusik. Through #ottmusik, first introduced in 2015, anyone waiting…
Join me for a chat!
My next pop-up clinic is on Thursday, July 11th at 9am. Click here for details.
OC Transpo is the best way to get to RBC Bluesfest
OC Transpo is the best travel option for residents and visitors heading to Bluesfest this year, with frequent, direct service to LeBreton Flats from July 4 to 14. A ticket…
Tales and Tunes: Family Fun Day at the Library
Ottawa Public Library will be holding its annual signature event, Tales and Tunes: Family Fun Day at the Library, on Saturday, July 6, from 12 noon to 5 pm at…
Stage 2 O-Train Light Rail Transit Project
This notice is to advise that, as part of the Stage 2 O-Train Light Rail Transit project, crews and equipment will be working in multiple locations along the east, south…
Message from Councillor Kavanagh
Motion Passed It was a great week. City Council passed my motion calling on the Provincial Government to re-establish the funding that was cut from Legal Aid Ontario. These cuts…
Meetings at Ottawa City Hall for the week of July 1 2019
All public meetings are held at Ottawa City Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, unless otherwise noted. For a complete agenda and updates, please sign up for email alerts, visit ottawa.ca/agendas…
10-Year Housing and Homelessness Plan
Click here to read the City’s 2018 10 Year Housing and Homelessness Plan progress report . The City, in our role as Service Manager under the Housing Services Act, 2011,…
Traffic impacts – beginning Friday, June 28
Upcoming events and projects will have the following impacts on Ottawa traffic: Elgin Street –Beginning on Tuesday, July 2, the Somerset Street crossing at Elgin will need to close for…
Discover Rec
DiscoverRec: The latest news on recreation and cultural programs, services, memberships and events! Facilities | Fee support | Fitness | Parks | Volunteering Looking to make an impact in your community? We are hiring Aquatic Lifeguards and Instructors. Mark…
Civic Events Funding Program
The application process for the 2020 Civic Events Funding Program is now open. Can’t wait to celebrate! We invite local not-for-profit organizations, such as community groups and recreation associations to apply…
Committee of Adjustment – July 3, 2019 – Decisions
Please contact the Committee Office at cofa@ottawa.ca with your comments. The Committee of Adjustment for the City of Ottawa is circulating this email to notify you of its upcoming…
Committee of Adjustment – June 19 2019 – Decision
Notification of upcoming Public Hearings. Please contact the Committee Office at cofa@ottawa.ca with your comments. Bay ward is part of Panel 2 The application materials made available online include the…
Affordable Housing: Council approves investment plan
On Wednesday June 26th 2019, City Council approved an investment plan for the City’s $15-million affordable housing contribution, approved in Budget 2019 and the recently announced $17.7-million federal/provincial investment to…
Public Notice – LRT Project Construction Summary
Working with East-West Connectors (EWC), the city has finalized the following public notice for stakeholders outlining all currently planned West Extension activities through to December 2019. This notice will be…
Have your say and engage with the City: Week of July 1
Have your say and engage with the City: Week of July 1 Ottawa – The City of Ottawa wants your input on the projects, policies, programs and services that affect…
Traffic Calming Guidelines
The City’s Traffic Calming Design Guidelines are now posted on the City’s website here. There are 3 parts Part 1 – Ottawa-Specific Design Guidance Part 2 – Traffic Calming Toolbox…
2019 Flood Transition Plan
2019 Ottawa Flood Response to Recovery Transition Overview The City of Ottawa’s goal during operations in support of the 2019 Ottawa Flood is to Maintain Public Confidence. Through customer service…
OC Transpo Ridership Numbers
Memo from the General Manager, Transportation Services Department – June 26th, 2019 The purpose of this memo is to respond to questions raised at the June 12, 2019, Council meeting…
RCMP Canadian Sunset Ceremonies on June 27 to 30, 2019
Join us for the RCMP’s Canadian Sunset Ceremonies in Ottawa, June 27 to 30, 2019. What better way to celebrate being Canadian than by attending the RCMP’s Canadian Sunset Ceremonies in the nation’s capital?…
Order of Ottawa Nominations
Once again this year, His Worship Jim Watson will award up to 15 individuals with the Order of Ottawa and one individual with the Brian Kilrea Award for Excellence in…
Message from Councillor Kavanagh
On Wednesday, June 26th, I will be asking my colleagues at Council to support my motion regarding the negative downstream effects the provincial legal aid funding cuts will have on…
Motion regarding Provincial Legal Aid Funding Cuts – PASSED!
Councillor Kavanagh is very happy to report that her motion regarding the cuts to Legal Aid Ontario passed City Council on Wednesday June 26th. WHEREAS The recent Ontario budget has…
Meetings at Ottawa City Hall for the week of June 24, 2019
All public meetings are held at Ottawa City Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, unless otherwise noted. For a complete agenda and updates, please sign up for email alerts, visit ottawa.ca/agendas…
Beat the heat this summer at City of Ottawa outdoor swimming pools, wading pools, splash pads and beaches.
Lifeguards are on duty at most City outdoor pools and beaches. Mooney’s Bay Beach, Westboro Beach and Britannia Beach opened Saturday, June 15. Petrie Island beach remains closed until further…
Monitoring R4 Zoning Review Phase I
The R4 Zoning Review began in January 2016 in response to the continued development of buildings in the inner-urban area containing unreasonably large dwelling units that operated as unlicensed rooming…
Westbound off-ramp Maitland Ave will be closed July 2 – 9
Westbound off-ramp at Maitland Avenue will be closed for 1 week from Tuesday July 2nd to Tuesday July 9th to facilitate the widening of Highway 417
Have your say and engage with the City: Week of June 24
The City of Ottawa wants your input on the projects, policies, programs and services that affect your daily life. From open houses to workshops and online engagement opportunities, your feedback…
Ottawa’a Point-in-Time Count
The purpose of the Ottawa 2018 Everyone Counts, Point-in-Time (PiT) Count, was to provide a snapshot of our population experiencing homelessness and to set the foundation to measure our progress…
Connaught Ave Road Closure
The road will be closed from Monday, 24 June 2019 to Friday, 28 June 2019 from Elmhurst Ave. to Sackville Street. The contractor, Boyer Excavation will be connecting new services…
Traffic Impact Beginning Thursday June 21
Upcoming events and projects will have the following impacts on Ottawa traffic: Elgin Street –Gladstone Avenue at Elgin Street is closed for up to six weeks for underground utility work…
More Bylaw Officers
On June 26th, 2019 City Council approved plans to make permanent, 22 temporary staff in By-law and Regulatory Services and the Public Policy and Development Branch. These positions would continue…
100 New Orchard Development
The following are some details about the proposed project at 100 New Orchard. Stories: 14 Units: 84 in total including 9 units of affordable housing Parking: 2 level above ground…
OC Transpo is hiring
OC Transpo Customer Service Centres are doing on-going hiring for several jobs in light of the launch of the O-Train Line 1. Please see below for the external job postings…
Traffic Calming Design Guidelines
The City’s Traffic Calming Design Guidelines are now posted on the City’s website here. I’d like to draw your attention to Part 2 (Traffic Calming Toolbox) which highlights various measures…
Four Strategic Directions for Ottawa Public Health (OPH)
The Board of Health has just approved a Strategy for Ottawa Public Health (OPH) that prioritizes work with the City of Ottawa for healthy communities. OPH’s new strategic plan –…
Your water utility bill is changing
The city has prepared informational videos. If you have additional questions you can call the Revenue Customer Care line at 613-580-2444 or email revenue@ottawa.ca See how your water utility bill…
Opening of City of Ottawa outdoor wading pools
Hours of Operation Park Address Season Open Date Season End Date Pool Closed Britannia 2844 Ahearn Ave. July 2 August 27 Mon Frank Ryan 950 Alpine Ave. June 27 August…
Corporate energy use, water quality and waste management
Ottawa – Over the past four years, the City has reduced its total corporate energy use by 5.9 per cent, even though the number and size of City facilities has…
Transit Committee Update June 19th
LRT Update On June 18 RTG advised the City of Ottawa that it anticipates achieving Revenue Service Availability by the 2nd or 3rd week in August. Should RTG achieve this…
Schedule changes for Canada Day
Ottawa – The City of Ottawa would like to remind residents that schedule changes will take place on Monday, July 1. Visit the City’s website to view the complete list…
Green Bin, Yard Waste and Garbage
Garbage and Recycling Garbage Below are links to information the city of Ottawa provides about garbage and garbage collection. When you enter your address, you can setup a reminder or…
Nominations are open for the 2019 Immigrant Entrepreneur Awards
Ottawa – If you know an immigrant to Canada who embodies the entrepreneurial spirit and deserves recognition for their contributions to the Ottawa economy, nominate them for the 2019 Immigrant…
ON Transpo – New Summer Service
OC Transpo’s summer service starts Sunday, June 23. Schedule adjustments and seasonal reductions will reflect the lower demand for service as the school year ends and customers take vacations. Service…
OC Transpo – ON July 1st Canada Day Ride free all day
On July 1, ride at no charge on all OC Transpo routes and Para Transpo. Transit is the best option for travelling to Canada Day festivities downtown and across the…
Message from Councillor Kavanagh
Today we celebrated passing the one million mark in the number of residents living with the boundaries of the city of Ottawa. This puts us in the big leagues of…
Transit fares are frozen until LRT is Operational
Fares had previously been scheduled to increase July 1. The increase in transit fares will happen after the O-Train Confederation Line light-rail service is operating.
Will plastic bags increase green bin participation? Based on survey, the city predicts it will.
Using the green bin will become cleaner and more convenient for Ottawa residents this summer. Plastic bags will be allowed as a bagging option for organics in the green bin…
Funding Plan for Affordable Housing
On June 13th, the Planning Committee approved the affordable housing investment plan laid out by staff to outline spending and investment for both the City’s $15 million affordable housing fund,…
Beat the heat this summer at City of Ottawa outdoor swimming pools, wading pools, splash pads and beaches
Starting June 15th, lifeguards are on duty at most City outdoor pools and beaches. Mooney’s Bay Beach, Westboro Beach and Britannia Beach will open Saturday, June 15. Petrie Island beach…
Lincoln Fields Station Secondary Plan – Preliminary Study Boundary
Boundaries for the plan are being finalized. Details on process and consultation dates will be released within the next few weeks. The first consultations will start in the fall. Click…
Have your say and engage with the City: Week of June 17
The City of Ottawa wants your input on the projects, policies, programs and services that affect your daily life. From open houses to workshops and online engagement opportunities, your feedback…
Stay safe around backyard pools
With municipal beaches, wading pools, splash pads and outdoor pools set to open or already open the Ottawa Drowning Prevention Coalition is encouraging residents to remember to practice water safety…
Meetings at Ottawa City Hall for the week of June 17, 2019
All public meetings are held at Ottawa City Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, unless otherwise noted. For a complete agenda and updates, please sign up for email alerts, visit ottawa.ca/agendas,…
Traffic impacts in Ottawa for the coming days – beginning Friday, June 14
Upcoming events and projects will have the following impacts on Ottawa traffic: Airport Parkway – The Airport Parkway will have intermittent lane reductions from 9 pm to 6 am on…
1,000,000 Ottawa Residents !
On Friday June 14th, Mayor Jim Watson celebrated a major milestone for the City of Ottawa. At an event with members of the community, Mayor Watson unveiled a new Welcome…
Bell Canada seeks municipal consent to rebuild manhole at Fairlawn & Carling
Bell Canada is requesting Municipal consent to rebuild one Bell manhole. Click here for drawings and a description of the work.
Backflow Prevention Program – Update
Background On June 28, 2017, Council approved the Backflow Prevention Program Requirements and Implementation Plan (ACS2017-PWE-GEN-0007). The purpose of the Backflow Prevention Program is to assist with ensuring drinking water…