Message from Councillor Kavanagh
No to Expanding Urban Boundaries On Monday, May 11th, there will be a special joint meeting of the Planning Committee and the Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee on our City’s…
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Message from Councillor Kavanagh
Over the past few weeks Bay Ward has experienced shooting incidents that have shaken the Britannia Woods community and beyond. The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) believe that these incidents could…
Ottawa Police: New NRT begins in mid-August in the Bayshore area
The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) is pleased to announce that it will be launching its fifth Neighbourhood Resource Team (NRT), this one in the Bayshore area starting August 17th. “The…
LRT Stage 2 Update – July 13 to 26
Overall The City of Ottawa’s Rail Construction Program is closely monitoring the COVID-19 situation and is in contact with the constructors about adhering to guidance provided by Ottawa Public Health…
COVID Alert Exposure Notification App
The Government of Canada, in collaboration with other orders of government and across sectors, has developed a new nation-wide mobile app to let users know if they may have been…
LRT Stage 2 – Some information on Timelines on Richmond Rd
The timeline for the overall project construction extends to 2025, however the Byron Park/Richmond Road section of the project will only have increased traffic disruptions between mid-2020 through mid-2023. The…
McEwen: Together but Apart
Around the World with Chairman George Chairman George sang in 12 different languages, treated residents to a magic show and the afternoon was very much enjoyed by all. Thank you…
Questions for the Q – Virtual Trivia Fundraiser Aug 25
In the face of significant loss of revenues due to the cancellation of in person events for the foreseeable future, Queensway Carleton Hospital Foundation is pivoting to a virtual events…
Electronic Waste
Where to divert your electronic waste and other items Some residents have contacted my office inquiring about what to do with their electronic waste items. The City of Ottawa does…
Woodpark – New Route for Construction Vehicles
Please be advised that, following the Woodpark neighbourhood’s concerns about construction trucks on residential streets south of Byron Avenue, Councillor Kavanagh, the Rail Construction Program and KEV undertook an exercise…
Road Closure – Hartleigh Avenue Aug 10 to 17
Hartleigh Avenue from Carling Avenue to Lawn Avenue will be closed from Monday, 10 August 2020 to Monday, 17 August 2020. The contractor, 1823021 Ontario Inc. o/a Capital Excavating will…
Upcoming traffic impacts in Ottawa that may be of interest to you
Queen Elizabeth Drive and Colonel By Drive – Queen Elizabeth and Colonel By drives will each be reduced to a single lane under the Bank Street Canal Bridge from Saturday,…
Committee of Adjustment – August 19 @ 6:30 pm
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…
Colonel By Day activities and schedule changes
The following schedule changes will be in effect for Colonel By Day, Monday, August 3. You can also find a list of City services and facilities affected by COVID-19 on ottawa.ca and octranspo.com(link…
Update on the Connaught Berm Design Proposal
To view a high resolution of the draft berm design: Connaught Berm Draft Design Proposal KEV has indicated they are no longer going to pursue enhanced berming through Connaught Park…
Message from Councillor Kavanagh
As the community continues its gradual staged approach to reopening, (Stage 3), Ottawa Public Health (OPH) encourages you to go about your daily activities while protecting yourself and others. Please…
COVID-19 in Ottawa: Weekly roundup
What’s new The City resumed swimming services on July 6, and we’re extending current swimming membership expiry dates. COVID-19 safety measures for public swimming, wading pools and splash pads in…
Byron Linear Park Closure
This notice is to advise that, as part of the Stage 2 O-Train Light Rail Transit (LRT) project, Byron Linear Park between Redwood Avenue and Richardson Avenue will be closed…
Meetings at City Hall for the week of July 27
The City of Ottawa continues to take COVID-19 seriously, and in following the advice of provincial and federal governments is making significant changes to services and programming to help protect…
Committee of Adjustment August 5 @ 6:30 pm
The application materials made available online include the Public Notice and Circulation Map, as well as Surveys, Site Plans and Elevation Drawings, where applicable. Please also note that it would…
Be COVID Kind
Masks, civility, and respect in indoor public spaces. Keep you eye open for these posters, they should be posted at all businesses. It is now required to wear a mask…
Buy Local – Check out the MyOttawa Pass
There has never been a better time to be a tourist in your own backyard, help our local economy by getting out in support of our local businesses as they…
City extends expiry dates on swimming memberships
The City will be extending current swimming membership expiry dates by 4.5 months. The 4.5-month extension on the current swimming memberships covers the four months when operations were suspended due…
Notice of Wastewater Pumping Station Construction Activities at Croft St
Notice of upcoming construction activities at the Waste Water Pumping Station located at the corner of Croft Street and Grandeur Avenue. The Project’s scope of work involves installing an isolation…
Call for Nominations – 2020 Crime Prevention Ottawa Awards
Do you know an individual, group or program that’s making Ottawa safer? Help us celebrate them by nominating them for the 12th annual Crime Prevention Ottawa Awards. Our previous winners and…
Ottawa Police Service: Beware of signal amplification devices
The Ottawa Police Service recently noticed a 42 Division of Toronto Police Service public advisory about a number of overnight vehicle thefts from driveways occurring in Toronto, where vehicles with…
Stage 2 LRT Project Update – Jun 29 to Jul 12
Overall The City of Ottawa’s Rail Construction Program is closely monitoring the COVID-19 situation and is in contact with the constructors about adhering to guidance provided by Ottawa Public Health…
Accessible water wheelchairs available at City beaches
The City of Ottawa’s Recreation, Cultural and Facility Services Department has once again made accessible water wheelchairs available at Westboro Beach, Mooney’s Bay and Petrie Island for Summer 2020! The…
Traffic impacts from Thursday, July 23
Ottawa – The following projects will impact Ottawa traffic: Elgin Street – On Friday, July 24, Elgin Street will reopen to two-way traffic between Catherine and Nepean streets. Remaining work…
Parking Space Restrictions along Byron Avenue
July 2020 This notice is to advise that, crews and equipment will be relocating utilities, and doing roadwork along Richmond Road and Byron Avenue in preparation for cut and cover…
LRT Bridge over Holly Acres
The picture below illustrates the approximate position of the LRT bridge that will go over Holly Acres.
Intensification, why it’s important and how do we get there – Sept 1 @ 6:30 pm
Join Councillor Theresa Kavanagh for a three part discussion on intensification. Councillor Kavanagh will lead a panel discussion on the topic “Intensification, why it’s important and how do we get…
Special Statement from Associate Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brent Moloughney
On Tuesday, July 21st, Dr. Moloughney, Associate Medical Officer of Health at Ottawa Public Health, released the following special statement about the City’s largest jump in COVID-19 cases. Statement: This past…
Message from Councillor Kavanagh
Heading into stage 3 of re-opening and economic recovery As we gradually head into Stage 3 today, with public health and workplace safety restrictions in place, some high-risk venues and…
Demolition Permit for 846 & 848 Norton Ave
Demolition Permit: 2004731 Address: 846 NORTON AVE ; 848 NORTON AVE Description of Work: Demolish a 1 storey semi-detached dwelling Permit Issued Date: 16-JUL-2020
Anti-Racism in Ottawa: Public Listening Forum
In addition, the Mayor also announced the City’s partnership with the United For All Coalition to co-host a virtual public listening forum on July 28, 2020 from 1 to 3…
What the mask by-law means for residents
Although masks are now mandatory, the City’s top priority is promoting awareness of the by-law, and encouraging voluntary compliance to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. This by-law is one…
Britannia Floodgates Renewal starting in August
COVID-19 is an unprecedented situation and the City of Ottawa is committed to protecting people and the community. The Province of Ontario has allowed certain businesses and workplaces to reopen,…
Shared e-scooters have arrived on City of Ottawa Paths
The City is pleased to announce that three operators – Bird Canada, Lime, and Roll – are bringing up to 600 shared e-scooters to the City’s multi-use pathways, bike lanes…
Traffic impacts from Thursday, July 16
Bank Street – Bank Street is closed to traffic between Catherine and Queen streets every Saturday from 9 am to midnight until Saturday, August 8. This is a pilot project…
Stage 3 Reopening starts July 17th
The City of Ottawa is among the regions that the Ontario Government announced who will move forward to Stage 3 of the province’s reopening framework. Nearly all businesses and public spaces will…
Update on the Human Needs Task Force
July 14, 2020 The Human Needs Task Force (HNTF) continues to assess local needs during the COVID-19 emergency and enhance the City’s response, in collaboration with community partners, to support…
Stage 2 Sewer Relocation Rock Excavation in QTN
We received notice from the City’s construction team that KEV unexpectedly found some rock in the area that they are digging for the sewer relocation, and as a result are…
Pilot projects to support Ottawa’s economic recovery selected
Ottawa – The City of Ottawa has selected five innovative pilot projects to provide technology solutions in support of Ottawa’s COVID-19 economic recovery. In May, the City challenged the business…
Message from Councillor Kavanagh
It’s been a hot week and it’s important to stay cool. The City’s pools, both outdoor and many indoor, are now open. Splashpads and wading pools will all be open…
Stage 2: Hydro Ottawa Richmond Road Duct Bank works
Beginning Monday, July 13th Hydro Ottawa will begin construction of their duct banks on the north side of Richmond Road by McEwen Avenue. The works are expected to take approximately…
Committee of Adjustment – July 22 – Decisions
498 (500) Wentworth 498 (500) Wentworth The Committee of Adjustment will consider Applications for Consent to subdivide the property into two separate parcels of land. It is proposed to demolish…
Stage 2: Carling Detour works
Please note, KEV is advising of the remaining elements of their Carling Detour works (map shown below) that they propose to undertake at night between July 17th to July 31st.…
Committee receives update on ward boundary review
On July 7, 2020, the City’s Finance and Economic Development Committee received an update on the review of Ottawa’s ward boundaries. To ensure effective representation of Ottawa’s growing population, the…
Ontario Health System COVID-19 Pandemic Response
From: Matthew Anderson, President and CEO, Ontario Health As we enjoy the summer, there are encouraging indications that the pandemic curve across the province is steadily flattening. Despite this welcome…
City meetings during the week of July 13
Ottawa – All Council, Committee and Board meetings will be held electronically unless otherwise noted. For agendas and updates, please sign up for email alerts, visit ottawa.ca/agendas or call 3-1-1.…
Traffic impacts beginning Friday, July 10
Airport Parkway – The Airport Parkway will be reduced to a single northbound lane between the eastbound and the westbound ramps at Heron Road from Wednesday, July 15 until the…
Lincoln Fields Area Resident Survey
The City is in the process of putting together a Secondary Plan for the area roughly 800m around the future Lincoln Fields LRT station. Among other things, it will guide…
Britannia Woods Support Line: A Black, Racialized Individuals Support Channel
Individuals can directly call 613-596-3299, Mondays & Thursdays from 10am-3:00pm. They have the ability to support people in English, French, Arabic, Somali and Lingala. More information can be found at…
Nominations open for Order of Ottawa and Brian Kilrea Award for Excellence in Coaching awards
The City is now accepting nominations for the 2020 Order of Ottawa and the Brian Kilrea Award for Excellence in Coaching. You can complete nominations for both awards either online…
Le début des camps d’été…en format virtuel !
Message de la Maison de la Francophonie Vu que nous ne pouvons pas vous offrir un camp d’été en présentiel, nous avons adapté notre approche et vous offrons des sessions de…
365 Forest – Application for Zoning Amendment
Information session on August 12 from 6:30 to 7:30 – click to get Zoom meeting link Site Location 1420 Richmond Road, 365 Forest Street, and 2583 to 2589 Bond Street.…
OPS: Bike Theft Prevention Tips
The Ottawa Police Break and Enter Unit has seen a recent increase in bicycle thefts from sheds, garages, and residential building storage areas, and would like to remind bicycle owners…
United Way Selling Masks at Transit Stations
The United Way will be selling individual reusable cloth masks at 10 transit stations from Monday, July 13, until Friday, July 17, from 6 am to 9 am each day.…
On July 13 Photo Radar is activated on Bayshore Dr.
At the Council meeting of June 24, 2020, Council approved a motion directing Transportation Services Department staff to initiate the speed camera pilot project as of July 13, 2020, to…
Oakley Ave- Duct Bank Installation and Transformer Replacement
Starting the week July 20th 2020, Hydro Ottawa as well as the civil contractor will commence a project that involves the installation of a new duct structure (road crossing) on…
Stage 2 – Byron Ave Electrical Infrastructure Relocation – July to Dec 2020
As part of our commitment to keep you informed about planned work project scheduled to take place in your ward, I would like inform you about upcoming planned work that…
Ottawa City Rafting Returns at Britannia Park
Ottawa City Rafting is back offering trips. Details for booking are at www.ottawacityrafting.com. Come support your local business and enjoy a day on the river. We are excited to announce that…
Masks Mandatory in enclosed public spaces. There are exceptions
My mask protects you, and your mask protects me. On Monday, July 6th, Medical Officers of Health from Eastern Ontario Health Unit; Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit; Renfrew…
Community Safety and Well-being: What We’ve Heard so Far.
The feedback received to date demonstrates the complexity and connection between issues and confirms that community safety and well-being are shared responsibilities among all members of the community and require…
Masks will soon be mandatory in indoor public spaces
On July 3, the City of Ottawa will join other municipalities across the Province of Ontario to push forward mandating the use of cloth masks in indoor public spaces. A…
Message from Councillor Kavanagh
Phewf it’s been a hot one! Over the past couple of weeks, we have been experiencing both high temperatures and humidity also known as, “extreme heat events”. Ottawa Public Health…
Woodpark Painting Together Event
Calling on Woodpark residents – Please help us bring even more colour to the beautiful Woodpark Common Ground Community Garden by sharing your creative side! Kits will be provided with…
City Meetings for the week of July 6th
Ottawa – All Council, Committee and Board meetings will be held electronically unless otherwise noted. For agendas and updates, please sign up for email alerts, visit ottawa.ca/agendas or call 3-1-1.…
THE DRIVE-IN EXPERIENCE OTTAWA
Enjoy Drive-In experience at Westley Clover Parks. Check online for additional events and dates. Movies are just the start of a summer-long entertainment package at Wesley Clover Parks. Live stand-up…
COVID-19: Seeking Feedback
The City of Ottawa and Ottawa Public Health are continuing to explore how best to support residents and businesses as COVID-19 restrictions are gradually eased, while keeping with the Province of Ontario’s framework for reopening…
Pools and Swimming Lessons
Ottawa – The City is now planning for a phased-approach to opening wading pools and a gradual opening of indoor and outdoor swimming pool facilities – with COVID-19 prevention measures.…
Happy 98th Elsa!
Bay Ward resident Elsa Lessard turned 98 on Thursday, July 2nd and celebrated with a dance (pictured above the Dancing Queen). Since a party was not possible during this time,…
Update on reopening of some city services and facilities
Ottawa – The City will have COVID-related safety protocols and features in place as it prepares for the reopening of some of its facilities and services on Monday, July 6.…
QTN – Demolition Permit issued for 842 Maplewood Ave
Demolition Permit: 2004198 Address: 842 MAPLEWOOD AVE Description of Work: Demolish a 2 storey detached dwelling and shed Permit Issued Date: 02-JUL-2020
Overview of Enforcement of COVID Public Health Measures
Ottawa Public Health (OPH) and Emergency and Protective Services (EPS) have prepared the following overview of roles and responsibilities related to enforcement with the primary focus always being education and…
Traffic Impacts from Thursday, July 2
Bank Street canal bridge – The curb lanes in both the northbound and southbound directions on the Bank Street canal bridge, between Wilton Crescent and Echo Drive, have been converted…
Message from Councillor Kavanagh
Happy Canada Day! This year Canada Day will be celebrated very differently from years gone by. Although we will not be out in large crowds we can still celebrate and…
Support your local Restaurants – Patios are open
If you’re going to a patio to eat, limit group size to 6 people per table (preferably from your own household). Be sure to stay 2m apart from individuals at…
Stage 2 Connectivity Review – Looking for feedback
The Stage 2 Light Rail Transit project will extend the O-Train farther south, east, and west, bringing 77% of residents within five kilometres of rail. Construction is underway with design…
Stage 2 – Connaught Park area Scope of Work
Rail Flyover Bridge Construction of the future guideway from Lincoln Fields Station under Carling Avenue into Connaught Park will be built in phases. Crews are currently working on relocating utilities…
Public Health Corner: More Mental Health Resources
COVID-19 and Mental Health Since the onset of the COVID-19 response, Ottawa Public Health (OPH) has continued to work with hospital, mental health and substance use partners, school boards, multicultural…
Update on Bay Ward wading Pools
For all information about wading pools including rules and hours Ottawa.ca Opening July 6th Marlene Catterall (Michele Heights) 2955 Michele Dr. Frank Ryan Park 950 Alpine Ave. Ruth Wildgen Park…
Byron Ave Road Closure July 17 & 25 – Hydro Ottawa
Starting the week of July 17, 2020, Hydro Ottawa will be installing 2 new poles and replacing overhead electrical infrastructure on Byron Avenue.Overall, this work will include: The installation of…
Lifeguards on duty at City beaches starting Saturday
Ottawa – The City’s beaches at Mooney’s Bay, Westboro and Petrie Island will have lifeguards on duty starting Saturday, June 27. Britannia Beach will remain closed for the season for…
Herzberg Road Closure & Noise Exemption – July 3 – 6
Herzberg Road is scheduled to be closed between Legget Drive and Carling Avenue, starting July 3th, 2020 at 6:00PM to Monday July 6th 2020 at 7AM. This closure is being…
Guidance for Places of Worship
Ontario has announced that effective Friday, June 12, 2020, places of worship are permitted to open with physical distancing in place and attendance limited to no more than 30 percent…
What you need to know about E-Bikes and E-Scooters
(Ottawa) – With the warm weather here, you may feel like investing in an E-scooter or E-bike as an alternate method of commuting. The Ottawa Police would like to share…
Highway 417 to close between Carling and Bronson July 2 to 6
Ottawa – A section of Highway 417 will fully close in both directions from 8 pm on Thursday, July 2 until 6 am on Monday, July 6, resulting in significant…
Tree Protection By-law
A new Tree Protection By-law with permit fees, fines and processes will come into effect on Friday, January 1. Council approved a motion to accelerate work on this by-law, which…
Council receives plan to eliminate 2020 deficit due to COVID-19
The City remains in a state of emergency due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. City services are fully engaged in responding to the emergency, resuming services safely and preparing for a potential…
Ottawa Police Front Desk Services begin reopening
(Ottawa) — The Ottawa Police Service is happy to announce that they will begin to reopen their buildings to the public in a staggered approach. They are still encouraging people…
Canada Day Schedule Changes
Ottawa – The City of Ottawa would like to remind residents of the following schedule changes for Canada Day, Wednesday, July 1. You can also find a list of City…
Committee approves plan to create more than 550 units of affordable housing
Ottawa – With its 2020 budget, the City committed $15 million in capital funding for new affordable housing in Ottawa. On June 25th, the City’s Planning Committee approved a spending…
OC Transpo returning to full summer service on Sunday, June 28
Ottawa – OC Transpo will resume full summer service starting Sunday, June 28, to give more travel options as more customers begin using transit once again. OC Transpo will reinstate…
Traffic impacts in Ottawa beginning Thursday, June 25
Airport Parkway – Two lanes will be closed on Airport Parkway northbound between the Heron Road eastbound and westbound ramps, from Friday, July 3 until Friday, July 17 to rehabilitate…
Update on Truck Route in QTN
The Stage 2 Team has sent an update regarding the truck route via Queensview Drive through the OC Transpo facility. As the City is opening up, OC Transpo intends to…
Temp Sidewalk on Byron will replace Byron Path
During construction for the next few years Byron will generally be an open excavation. As such the sidewalk on the south side of Byron is currently under construction so that…
Stage 2 – How will new trees be chosen?
The planting of trees will occur once landscaping begins. The Contractor is not at the stage of beginning landscaping design work, that will come once infrastructure design work is completed…
Message from Councillor Kavanagh
Covid-19 has shone a bright light on our greatest strengths and our worst vulnerabilities as a city. Our leadership, our City staff, our front line workers and our community as…
What’s new
June 19 – What’s new Get the latest updates on recreation and cultural programs and facility and park rentals. Enforcement of on-street parking limits resumes on June 29. All other…
City to create up to 8,500 new affordable-housing options by 2030
The updated plan outlines how the City would address the housing crisis, in partnership with other levels of government and community partners. The City cannot achieve the plan’s targets without…
Join the #maskupCanada Movement
#maskupCanada is a movement to reach the Canadians who will voluntarily wear masks and who will wear their masks responsibly. We’re calling on these Canadians to help slow the spread…
Noise Exemption for Connaught Park until July 31
KEV has been granted a noise bylaw exemption permit from June 23 to July 31 for flyover bridge drilled shaft concrete pouring work in Connaught Park. The equipment required for…
Stage 2 Project Update – June 1 to 14, 2020
Overall The City of Ottawa’s Rail Construction Program is closely monitoring the COVID-19 situation and is in contact with the constructors about adhering to guidance provided by Ottawa Public Health…
Volunteers Needed at the Just Food Farm
June 20 – 27 | Volunteers needed for Seeds and Soil Project! There are 3000 seed and soil packages available to distribute throughout the community by end of day Saturday,…
Walking Together – Indigenous Peoples Day is on June 21
The City of Ottawa is located on the unceded traditional territory of the Algonquin Anishinabe Nation, and is a gathering place for the culturally rich and diverse urban communities of…
Update on recreation and cultural programs and facility and park rentals
Ottawa – Due to the current Provincial COVID-19 restrictions, the City will be cancelling its regular summer recreation and cultural programming and many of its rental agreements. Starting July 6,…
City meetings during the week of June 22
Ottawa – All Council, Committee and Board meetings will be held electronically unless otherwise noted. For agendas and updates, please sign up for email alerts, visit ottawa.ca/agendas or call 3-1-1.…
Moodie Drive Culvert Replacement
COVID-19 is an unprecedented situation and the City of Ottawa is committed to protecting people and the community. The Province of Ontario has allowed certain businesses and workplaces to reopen,…
Committee of Adjustment – Decisions June 3, 2020
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Committee of Adjustment – July 8, 2020 Decisions
891 (889) Ivanhoe – Adjourned to September 2nd The Committee of Adjustment will consider an Application for Consent to subdivide the property into two separate parcels of land in order…
Ottawa will get warmer and wetter year-round
Ottawa – Ottawa will continue to get warmer and wetter year-round, with a greater chance of extreme weather. On June 16th, the City’s Standing Committee on Environmental Protection, Water and…
Public Health Corner: Resources for First Nations, Inuit and Métis Community Members
Introducing OPH’s new web page. It highlights COVID-19 resources for First Nations, Inuit and Métis community members. The resources listed on the site include information developed by Ottawa Public Health,…
Litter in Parks – Let’s work together to keep our parks clean
Reminder to help us keep our parks clean and green! As the weather warms up, a great way to stay active is to visit our beautiful green spaces while maintaining…
3000 home garden kits available first come first served
Are you looking for a way to increase your food supply with a home garden? There is still time to plant greens, beans and other food for your home use.…
Self isolating? Meals on Wheels Ottawa delivers
Self isolating? Meals on Wheels Ottawa delivers nutritious and affordable bulk frozen meals to seniors and adults with disabilities across Ottawa. They offer flexible short term or ongoing meal service (no…
Buy Local – Business Opportunity for Food vendors in parks – Apply now!
The City of Ottawa is opening Food Vending spaces in a number of City of Ottawa park parking lots to assist local businesses and food truck/cart operators through the economic…
Neighbourhood Toolkit
Crime Prevention Ottawa’s Neighbourhood Toolkit is your one-stop resource for ideas on building better neighbourhoods and staying safe at home, at work and in your community. Find information, tips and…
June is Senior’s Month – Stay safe, stay in touch
June is Seniors’ Month in Ontario, a chance to recognize the people who fought for our freedom, raised us and contributed to our community. This year’s theme is Stay safe,…
Traffic Impact from Thursday, June 18
Bank Street canal bridge – The curb lanes in both the northbound and southbound directions on the Bank Street canal bridge have been converted to accommodate pedestrians and all active…
Update on Canadian Tire at Carlingwood Mall
Update as of June 17, 2020 The original remediation was substantially completed in December 2019. As most people noticed the excavation was quite a bit larger than originally anticipated. The…
Riverside South coyote update
Residents from all over Ottawa, including Bay Ward, are concerned about the the recent aggressive behaviour being observed in coyotes around Riverside South. Since Friday, June 5, City By-law and…
Enforcement of on-street parking limits resumes on June 29
Ottawa – Starting Monday, June 29, the City will resume the enforcement of parking in excess of posted time limits, including 15-minute, one-hour, two-hour, three-hour and six-hour zones. Initially, parking…
LRT Line 1 – Closing temporarily for maintenance and repair activities
The City has granted RTG permission to access Line 1 in order to continue and expedite maintenance and repair activities identified in the rectification plan, necessitating the following closure: From…
Message from Councillor Kavanagh
Have Your Say on Ottawa Community Safety and Well-Being (CSWB) Plan What Does Community Safety and Well-Being Mean to You? The City of Ottawa is developing its first Community Safety…
Lifting of Holding By-law for 411 Corkstown Rd
Applicant’s Proposal The City of Ottawa has received a Lifting of a Holding Symbol application due to the provision which requires that a holding symbol remain in place until such…
How municipalities are helping gardens grow
Free seeds. Free soil. Helpful tips. Across the province, cities are providing residents with what they need to take up gardening during COVID-19 Published June 10th on TVO.org How municipalities…
Update on reopening of recreational services in Ottawa
Ottawa – The forecast looks brighter as the City of Ottawa implements the required public health and safety measures to reopen sports fields, ball diamonds and all City splash pads.…
Statement on Michèle Heights Incident
The Police investigation regarding the bylaw incident in the Michèle Heights community needs to be released to the public. We need to have all relevant information regarding this case. I…
What does Community Safety and Well-Being mean to you
Presentation from June 23 Meeting The City is consulting with communities to develop a plan that will help us all work together toward a safe, healthy and vibrant community. To…
Summer 2020 Transit Service Changes
The summer 2020 transit service changes that will start on Sunday, June 28, 2020. OC Transpo will return to normal summer service levels to accommodate an expected increase in ridership…
The City’s Reopening Plan
As announced at Council on June 10th, the City is now cautiously reopening and resuming some programs and services with safety being the top priority. The phased reopening plan prioritizes programs and services that promote…
Extended Household Hazardous Waste Depot event – June 22 – 27, 2020
The first extended Household Hazardous Waste Depot will be located at 3100 Conroy Road. The Depot will be open from Monday, June 22 to Saturday, June 27 between the hours…
Share the Path Campaign by NCC – Safety for everyone!
The Share the Path Campaign consists of paid advertising campaigns on digital platforms such as Facebook, Google AdWords and Twitter. The campaigns will run in 2 week flights, alternating platforms…
City meetings during the week of June 15
Ottawa – All Council, Committee and Board meetings will be held electronically unless otherwise noted. For agendas and updates, please sign up for email alerts, visit ottawa.ca/agendas or call 3-1-1.…
Love Canada
Merci Zahra de nous avoir envoyé les photos de la création de tes enfants Mohammed, Adam et Salma. La Fête du Canada approche!
New climate projections for the National Capital Region
Ottawa – As part of our collective efforts to adapt to the impacts of climate change in the National Capital Region, the National Capital Commission (NCC) and the City of…
Give your input: Capital Pathway Strategic Plan
The NCC is currently reviewing its Capital Pathway Strategic Plan. The updated plan will present an aspirational vision for the multi-use pathway system in Canada’s Capital Region. Final draft plan…
COVID-19 Ottawa Parent Reopening Survey
I am distributing this survey on behalf of Child Care Now: Dear Ottawa parents, We at Child Care Now (Ottawa) are concerned that Ottawa child care programs closed by COVID-19…
Update on reopening City-run Child Care Centres
June 12 2020 – Memo from the General Manager, Community and Social Services The purpose of this memo is to share an update on the reopening of all child care…
Traffic Impacts from Thursday, June 11
Airport Parkway Stage 2 South Extension project – Airport Parkway between Hunt Club Road and the intersection of Uplands and Lester roads willclose on Wednesday, June 17 at 10 pm…
Electric kick scooters are coming to the City’s roads
Electric kick scooters are coming to the City’s roads, bike lanes, pathways and footbridges. Council approved piloting their use and rental in Ottawa until the end of October. The pilot…
New Interactive Map for LRT Stage 2 Construction in Bay Ward
This interactive map is created and updated by my office. It is not published by the Stage 2 Team. It is a work in progress and only covers construction being…
Recovery Phase 1 starting in July – Phase 2 in August
The City is taking a cautious, phased approach to reopening, with safety as the top priority. City Council today received an update on the City’s plans for the first phase,…
Council ratifies collective agreement with transit union
Council ratified the tentative agreement reached with the Amalgamated Transit Union Local 279. The terms of this agreement recognize the valuable work of union members in ensuring that Ottawa remains…
New summer camp program – modified around COVID-19
The City’s new Camp Summer Fun Recreation eGuide can now be viewed online at ottawa.ca/SummerCamps. Camp Summer Fun will begin on July 6 on the condition that Provincial restrictions are…
Notice of Sewer Cleaning Activity
Water Services is projected to complete routine sanitary sewer cleaning on the following streets from June 05th and 8th , 2020 to June 26th, 2020. Scheduled streets by ward Why does the City clean the sewer system?…
Message from Councillor Kavanagh
The ugly face of racism has dominated our media this week. And although the murder of George Floyd happened in the United States, we are all aware that we have…
Update on the Anti-racism Secretariat
Being elected Ottawa’s first-ever Black city councillor, I believe it is necessary to work on issues of significance to racialized communities, including the establishment of an Anti-Racism Secretariat at the…
Updates LRT Stage 2
Investigation of Unknown Utilities in Byron Linear Park Please be advised that yesterday, KEV notified the Rail Office Construction team that they are planning to begin an investigation on unknown…
Parks update
With the warmer weather you will want to enjoy the outdoors. The City has implemented the Province’s stage one reopenings that relate to park amenities. Outdoor sports facilities and multi-use…
Ottawa Public Library – Seniors Month Programming
Update from the Ottawa Public Library June is Seniors Month and the Province of Ontario has declared this year’s theme ‘Aging Strong: Respect and Protect Seniors’ “Age is a case of…
City Meetings during the Week of June 8
Ottawa – All Council, Committee and Board meetings will be held electronically unless otherwise noted. For agendas and updates, please sign up for email alerts, visit ottawa.ca/agendas or call 3-1-1.…
Solid Waste Master Plan – Still time to have your say
Survey: What is important to YOU? A big thank you to everyone who filled out the first Solid Waste Master Plan survey on Engage Ottawa. Don’t worry if you haven’t…
City Opening Washrooms
City opening seasonal washrooms at five popular park and beach destinations Ottawa – The City will open the washrooms at five popular park and beach destinations: Andrew Haydon Park, Britannia…
Fairfield House Garage is being Demolished
This notice is to advise that construction in your neighbourhood will be starting in early June 2020. This work is being conducted to demolish a detached garage that is part…
Support for Small Businesses
The Ottawa Board of Trade is thrilled to announce their partnership with Facebook Canada, the Canadian Chamber and Chambers across Canada to launch a $3.5 million program to support SMEs with grants,…
Traffic Impacts from Thursday, June 4 2020
Bank Street canal bridge – The curb lanes in both the northbound and southbound directions on the Bank Street canal bridge have been converted to accommodate pedestrians and all active…
Ottawa River Outfalls Project
This project was initiated with the objective of rehabilitating several storm sewer outfalls where they discharge into the Ottawa River. These outfalls, which were originally constructed in the 1930’s to…
Being Active during COVID
Physical activity and getting fresh air are important for our overall physical and mental wellness. When staying home and keeping physical distance, there are still some ways to be active…
OC Transpo’s COVID-19 Transit Service Update
Update July 224th, 2020 July 31 will be the last day that free disposable masks will be available at O-Train and Transitway stations. TOC Transpo’s supply allowed them to continue…
Minor Zoning Amendment Application for 847 Woodroffe Ave
Planning staff have received a Minor Zoning Bylaw Amendment application for 847 Woodroffe Avenue, located on the east side of Woodroffe Avenue between Fox Crescent and Lenester Avenue. The applicant…
Summer camp programs are being reformatted
The City is replacing its originally-planned summer camp programs, scheduled to run from June 29 to August 28, with a new summer camp program that is reformatted around COVID-19 public…
Message from Councillor Kavanagh
Problems at Carlingview Manor This week’s report by members of the Canadian military about their experience working in 5 Toronto long term care (LTC) homes with high levels of Covid-19…
The Ottawa Food Garden Project
On World Hunger Day, City of Ottawa announced support for more people to start food gardens at their homes On May 27th, Ottawa City Council voted to support household…
Council vote split 15-6 over expanding urban boundary
On Wednesday, May 27th, Council voted 15-6 to expand the urban boundary. I was one of the 6 who voted against adding up to 1,650 hectares of development land inside…
Traffic Impacts from Friday May 29, 2020
Ottawa – The following projects will impact Ottawa traffic: Bank Street canal bridge – The curb lanes in both the northbound and southbound directions on the Bank Street canal bridge…
City meetings during the week of June 1
Ottawa – All Council, Committee and Board meetings will be held electronically unless otherwise noted. For agendas and updates, please sign up for email alerts, visit ottawa.ca/agendas or call 3-1-1.…
Miller Waste starts collection in our area June 1st.
Ottawa – A new waste collection contractor has started servicing some neighbourhoods this week. With the new contract your collection day will remain the same, your garbage/recycling pickup times may…
Stage 2 LRT Project Update – May 4 to 17, 2020
Overall The City of Ottawa’s Rail Construction Program is closely monitoring the COVID-19 situation and is in contact with the constructors about adhering to guidance provided by Ottawa Public Health…
Reopening Ottawa
As the City continues the gradual re-opening of businesses, services and public spaces, Ottawa Public Health would like to remind the public that the vast majority of the population remains…
EarlyON Facts Sheets – Multiple Languages
English French Arabic Farsi Mandarin Nepalese Somali Spanish
Noise Exemption: Holly Acres and Highway 417 interchange
A noise exemption has been granted to Aecon on behalf of MTO for construction noise associated with the installation of a structure mounted noise wall on the HWY 417 Richmond…
Support for Women Entrepreneurs
The COVID-19 pandemic has disproportionately impacted women entrepreneurs. It has severely affected sectors such as retail, hospitality and food services—sectors where women entrepreneurs are most present.To address these realities, the…
Canada Summer Jobs Online Job Bank
The Government of Canada has provided funding to businesses and non-profits to hire over 70,000 students this summer with flexibility to adapt jobs to the Covid-19 pandemic. If you are…
Noise Exemption: Carling Ave Dewatering – June 8 to Sept 8
Noise Exemption granted for dewatering in support of their utility and roadworks on Carling Avenue just south of the current Lincoln Field Station. This exemption request is from June 8th…
Noise exemption Carling Ave at Lincoln Fields Station – May 4 to June 16
The noise exemption extension from May 4th to June 16th has been issued from the original request of April 9 to April 24. They are building in a buffer in…
Ottawa Opens Emergency Cooling Centres during Heat Warning
Ottawa – A heat warning has been issued by Environment and Climate Change Canada for the City of Ottawa for May 26 to May 28. Heat warnings mean extra precautions need to be taken by…
Time-of-use Electricity Pricing Expires May 31st 2020
COVID-19: Updates Time-of-use (TOU) electricity pricing On May 6, 2020, the Ontario government announced that it is extending the emergency electricity rate relief to families, farms and small businesses until…
Stage 2: Connaught Avenue Utility Relocation
May 2020 This notice is to advise that, as part of the Stage 2 O-Train Light Rail Transit (LRT) project, trucks, crews and equipment will be completing underground utility work…
Noise Exemption for Connaught Tunnel
Kiewit Eurovia Vinci has been granted a Noise By-law Exemption for the area of the Connaught Tunnel from the future Queensview Station at Leons (across Connaught and into Connaught Park)…
O-Train Line 1 will close temporarily
O-Train Line 1 will close temporarily and be replaced by R1 bus service from Sunday, May 31 to Wednesday, June 3. Line 1 will reopen on Thursday, June 4. This…
Neighbourhood Safety Chat with Const. Kostuch
Join Councillor Kavanagh and Constable Jeff Kostuch for a discussion on Neighbourhood safety. Please sign up below to receive the link for the chat. Date: Wednesday, June 3rd, 2020 Time:…
Message from Councillor Kavanagh
This past long weekend we had lovely weather and it was a great opportunity to be outside while still maintaining physical distance from others. The National Capital Commission announced last…
Andrew Haydon Park Goose Poop Update
The work to clear the geese droppings on the pathways with a sidewalk sweeper will start next week. The coyote decoys will be put out next week.
Committee of Adjustment – June 3 On-line.
For the first time in its history, Ottawa’s Committee of Adjustment will hold online Hearings, on June 3rd. This message includes Hearing Agenda information for all three of our Hearing…
City meetings during the week of May 25
Ottawa – All Council, Committee and Board meetings will be held electronically unless otherwise noted. For agendas and updates, please sign up for email alerts, visit ottawa.ca/agendas or call 3-1-1.…
Traffic Impacts from Friday, May 22
Ottawa – The following projects will impact Ottawa traffic: Airport Parkway – There will be intermittent lane closures in both directions on the Airport Parkway between Brookfield and Walkley roads…
Lower your Hydro Bill
For more information about the Affordability Fund Trust Pilot, go to Affordability Fund Trust Pilot Needs Assessment Survey
Counselling Clinic available by Phone or by Video
The Walk-in Counselling Clinic now has one single telephone number which can connect residents to all of the 10 sites in Ottawa and Champlain Region. Phone Number: 613-755-2277 and…
COVID-19 OPH Comparison with other Public Health Units
May 20, 2020 – Memo from Dr. Vera Etches, MOH Public Health See bottom of post to view map of COVID-19 in Ottawa A report was released by the Institute…
Major events cancelled until August 31
Ottawa – As restrictions on some closures gradually ease, gatherings of more than five people continue to be legally prohibited and the City and the Province both remain in states…
Towing and Pawnbrokers
The Public Policy Development Branch in Emergency and Protective Services has launched public-facing project pages for the Towing Services Regulatory Review project page and Pawnbroker and Second-Hand Goods Licensing Review . The Towing Services Regulatory…
Noise Exemption – 2121 Carling Ave – June 15-August 24, 2020
A noise exemption (extension) has been granted to Forgis Construction Group for noise associated with a generator and a pump to decontaminate the previous site of the Sears store at…
Are your Liberation75 Tulips blooming?
Last year, 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, wanted to…
Demolition Permit Granted for 138 Grandview Rd
Demolition Permit: 2002777 Address: 138 GRANDVIEW RD Description of Work: Demolish a 2 storey detached dwellingPermit Issued Date: 22-MAY-2020
Economic Support and Recovery
Business Reopening Toolkit Buy local Innovation Pilot Program Statement from Mayor Watson following a call with leaders of Ottawa’s business community Resources for businesses and workers Calendar of business webinars…
3368 Carling Ave. Development
Documents June 4th Meeting Audio, Video, and Chat Full Zoom Meeting Audio Only Chat Site Lines
City implements stage-one access to some outdoor park facilities
Ottawa – In response to last week’s provincial announcement, outdoor sports facilities and multi-use fields, including baseball diamonds, soccer fields, frisbee golf locations, tennis, platform tennis, table tennis and pickleball…
City seeking donations of non-medical masks
Ottawa – The City’s Human Needs Task Force is seeking donations of non-medical masks to give vulnerable residents. The City is seeking: Made with two or three layers of tightly woven…
Message from Councillor Kavanagh
Last weekend we received the welcome news from the City that residents could have restricted access to the open green space at our City parks to escape from the confines…
NCC Path Detours for Kempster & Ritchie Pumping Station Work
An aerial photo which illustrates the work locations is shown above. The work involves safety upgrades which includes: installation of platforms, grating, and ladders allowing the City to continue the…
City meetings during the week of May 18
Ottawa – All Council, Committee and Board meetings will be held electronically unless otherwise noted. For agendas and updates, please sign up for email alerts, visit ottawa.ca/agendas or call 3-1-1.…
2020 Wild Parsnip Strategy Update
The 2020 Wild Parsnip Program will start on May 19, 2020, weather permitting. Similar to years past, the goal is to reduce the growth of wild parsnip in areas that…
Traffic impacts from Friday, May 15
Ottawa – The following projects will impact Ottawa traffic: Bank Street canal bridge – The curb lanes in both the northbound and southbound directions on the Bank Street canal bridge…
OPH Recommendations for Community Gardens
The change in the Provincial order relating to Community Gardens moved them from the list of recreation amenities in parks that were closed under Provincial order. Instead, they designated community…
Road Closure – Woodland Ave Aug 17 to 21
Company Name: Les Entreprises HDJS Gascon Ltd Contact: Shawn Gascon (613) 551-1626 Type of Work: For water and sewer works at 484 Woodland Ave. Location: Woodland Avenue from Lawn Avenue…
Noise Exemption: Carling Works – June 1 to 14
Carling Avenue at Lincoln Fields station Detour to happen at Carling Avenue to facilitate the relocation of the watermain which will facilitate the construction of BR43 which is part of…
Stage 2 Construction Lincoln Fields Temp Bus Station
Construction Dates: June 2020 to November 2020 KEV is constructing a temporary bus loop that will facilitate the construction for the future LRT station and the permanent bus loop Removals…
Stage 2 Construction Updates Richmond Rd
Bell and Rogers Utilities being relocated Construction Dates: July 27 2020 to November 13 2020 KEV is relocating underground Bell duct banks and structures along Richmond Road from Cleary Ave…
SJAM Westbound Lanes will be closed weekends
UPDATE May 16, 2020: The closure has been extended to Carling Ave. The Sir John A. Macdonald Parkway westbound lanes are closed to motor vehicle traffic between Dominion Avenue Carling Ave. and…
Update on the Human Needs Task Force
The Human Needs Task Force (HNTF) continues to assess local needs during the COVID-19 emergency and enhance the City’s response in collaboration with community partners to ultimately support the most…
Council receives updates on Stage 1 & 2 of LRT
Council received an update on Stage 1 and Stage 2 of light-rail transit. The City continues to work with Rideau Transit Group to improve the reliability of service on the…
Victoria Day schedule changes
Ottawa – There are changes to City services on Victoria Day, Monday, May 18. You can also find a list of City services and facilities affected by COVID-19 on ottawa.ca…
Closure Notice Highway 417 On-Ramp Richmond Rd
Highway 417 Richmond Road westbound on ramp will be closed daily starting Tuesday, May 26, 2020 until Friday, June 12, 2020 to all traffic due to construction. Daily lane reductions…
Noise Exemption for Work on Woodridge Crescent
A noise exemption has been granted to Coco Paving for construction noise associated with line painting equipment. Location: Woodridge Crescent from Bayshore Drive (S) to Bayshore Drive When: Tuesday, May…
Hate Incidents – Awareness, Reporting, Ottawa Police are Here
Published by the Ottawa Police Tuesday, May 12, 2020 (Ottawa) – Since the Global Pandemic has emerged, we have been very concerned and aware of rising racism, xenophobia, discrimination, hate…
Message from Councillor Kavanagh
As we look ahead to Mother’s Day this Sunday, it’s a perfect time to stop and remember the women in our lives. The Covid-19 pandemic has disproportionally impacted women. They…
Take up the challenge! Help Ottawa get back to work.
Ottawa – The City of Ottawa is extending a challenge to our business community: send us your proposals for technology innovations that will accelerate Ottawa’s ability to get the workforce…
LRT Stage 2 Construction Progress Quarterly Update
Confederation Line West Extension EWC is nearing the completion of geotechnical investigation and surveying work along the Confederation Line East and West extensions. In some areas, temporary and intermittent night…
EquiPass, Community Pass, and Access Pass Renewals and Applications during COVID-19
Customers whose eligibility for the EquiPass or Community Pass has expired or is expiring between February 1 and July 31, 2020, and who have not already renewed their discount, will…
City allocates $3 million to 73 social services organizations
Ottawa – The City has allocated $3 million to help 73 non-profit and charitable organizations that provide social services address immediate and ongoing needs due to COVID-19. Funded by the…
New Park Use Guidelines, Parking Opened and “DOGS ALLOWED” Zones
The limited use of some spaces in City parks and beaches is now permitted. This does not include the use of sports fields and courts. Individuals and families can now…
Meetings at City Hall for the week of May 11, 2020
Ottawa – All Council, Committee and Board meetings will be held by remote, electronic participation, unless otherwise noted. For a complete agenda and updates, please sign up for email alerts,…
Ottawa Police celebrates Police Week from May 10 – 16th
Since 1970, Police Week has been observed in May to coincide with Peace Officers Memorial Day, recognized internationally on May 15. The Ministry of the Solicitor General has designated May…
Traffic impacts in Ottawa from Thursday, May 7
The following projects will impact Ottawa traffic: Alexandra Bridge – Alexandra Bridge is closed to motorist until Sunday, May 24 to allow Public Services and Procurement Canada to complete work…
Non-Medical Masks – Everything you need to know
Ottawa Public Health is encouraging the use of non-medical masks and face coverings in our community. The following provides Members of Council an overview with respect to non-medical mask and…
City permits limited use of spaces in City parks
Use of playground equipment and park amenities remains prohibited Ottawa – The City, in consultation with Ottawa Public Health (OPH), is advising that the limited use of some spaces in…
LRT Stage 2 Construction: Richmond Rd & Cleary Ave
Date: Estimated civil works from July 27, 2020 to November 13, 2020 Location: Along Richmond Road from Cleary Avenue to Woodroffe Avenue Description: On behalf of Bell and Rogers, KEV…
Construction Notice: Carling Ave. / Harbour Landing Private
COVID-19 is an unprecedented situation and the City of Ottawa is committed to protecting our people and the community. The City of Ottawa has reviewed the essential workplaces information provided by…
COVID-19: SHARE your thoughts / PARTAGEZ vos pensées
As Ottawa and the rest of the world continue to respond to this unprecedented time in history, the City of Ottawa and Ottawa Public Health are looking to learn more…
Great News ! Community Gardens is an essential service
The Province of Ontario have amended the Emergency Orders to permit the use of allotment gardens and community gardens across the province. As indicated in the News Release from April…
Certain Businesses Allowed to Reopen
The Ontario government is allowing certain businesses and workplaces to reopen as long as they comply with strict public health measures and operate safely during the COVID-19 outbreak. Those permitted…
PUTTING A SPOTLIGHT ON OTTAWA’S SENIORS DURING THE PANDEMIC
The Council on Aging wants to hear about your experiences during the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic. With questions about how you are coping, managing anxiety and staying connected,…
Harmony and Safety: Conflict resolution during the COVID lockdown – Wednesday, May 6
CPO Speaker Series on Zoom Harmony and Safety: Conflict resolution during the COVID lockdown Keeping the peace in our homes and with our neighbours has become even more important because of the…
Solid Waste Master Plan News
Completing Phase 1 The City has completed the first phase of a 30-year plan that will guide how it manages solid waste. The Phase 1 Report provides an overview of…
Helmet Discount Weekend
Helmet Discount Weekend has gone on-line – May 2 and 3, 2020 No in-store sales due to COVID-19 The listed retailers have participated in the Helmet Discount Weekend in past years…
Update from Ottawa Police on Operation Overwatch
Ottawa June 10th – Since launching Operation Overwatch on April 25th the combined efforts of Ottawa Police Frontline and Traffic Services officers resulted in over 1500 Speeding tickets being issued…
Protect your bike from thefts with 529 Garage
The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) is warning residents to take extra precautions to secure their bikes from thefts and register with 529 Garage. In 2020, we have received 83 bike…
Traffic Impact in Ottawa from Thursday April 30
Ottawa – The following projects will impact Ottawa traffic: Bank Street canal bridge – The curb lanes in both the northbound and southbound directions on the Bank Street canal bridge…
Next Big Community Shout-Out! Wednesday May 6 @ 6:30 pm
Step out on to your porches or balcony on Wednesday evening starting at 6:30pm. Open your front door or windows. Bring out your pots and pans, horns, bells, and whistles…
Explore the City’s interactive web mapping application geoOttawa
Explore geoOttawa geoOttawa is the City of Ottawa’s interactive web mapping application. This tool allows you to view many different layers of information on the map such as LRT2 location,…
O-Train Line 1 Temporary Closures
Please note that Rideau Transit Group (RTG) has requested access to O-Train Line 1 to allow them the opportunity to complete maintenance activities and work relating to issues that have…
Noise Exemption LRT Stage 2 West End
Inspecting mainline sewers with CCTV and collecting pipe information at various locations as shown on the reference document (link is provided below). The proposed work is expected to be competed…
Hydro Ottawa CEO warns customers about increase in suspicious calls
In light of continued reports of phone scams in the Ottawa area, Hydro Ottawa reminds customers to protect themselves from callers posing as utility representatives and threatening to disconnect power.…