Advance Voting Day and the deadline to return completed Special Ballot Voter...
Electors voting by mail are reminded that completed Special Ballot Voter Kits must be received by the Elections Office or a City of Ottawa Client Service Centre by 8 pm on Friday, October 16. Special...
View ArticleCouncil approves new housing plans
Council approved plans today that support the development of nearly 750 new homes in Ottawa.Council approved plans for a new 30-storey mixed-use building on St. Laurent Boulevard north of Queen Mary...
View ArticleOttawa Public Health alerting residents of measles exposure locations
Confirmed exposures in multiple locationsOttawa Public Health (OPH) is investigating confirmed measles infections in two Ottawa residents with known exposure to measles outside of Ontario. OPH is...
View ArticleCommittee approves plans for nearly 850 new homes
The Planning and Housing Committee today approved planning permissions that would support the development of nearly 850 new homes in Ottawa.The Planning and Housing Committee today approved planning...
View ArticleMedia availability following Council meeting
The Mayor and Wendy Stephanson, City Manager, will respond to media questions after Thursday's Council meeting. When: Thursday, October 8Time: 10 minutes after Council adjournsReminder: The Council...
View ArticleThanksgiving schedule changes
Garbage, transit, City services and more – all the holiday impacts you need to know.The City of Ottawa would like to remind residents of the following schedule changes and City service impacts for the...
View ArticleProCore Foundations sponsorship is a slam dunk for the Banff-Ledbury community
The City is very pleased to announce a new sponsorship with ProCore Foundations to build a new full-size outdoor basketball court in Ledbury Park. As part of the sponsorship agreement, the existing...
View ArticlePrevent battery fires in your home and in our community
Tips for safely charging and disposing of lithium-ion batteries.Feature storyLithium-ion batteries, also known as li-ion batteries, are found in many rechargeable devices throughout our homes. They...
View ArticleCome Trick or Treat with the Mayor in support of the Ottawa Food Bank
Get ready for a spook-tacular night of treats, tricks and Halloween magic!Spooky season is upon us! So come trick-or-treat at Ottawa City Hall… if you dare!Witches and reapers guard the entrance to the...
View ArticleShop local. Buy Canadian. Strengthen Ottawa.
The City is relaunching its Shop Local. Buy Canadian campaign to encourage residents to support local businesses, choose Canadian products and help strengthen Ottawa's economy.For many of us, choosing...
View ArticleSee and be seen: learn how to stay safe around large vehicles
Cyclists and pedestrians - join us for an interactive blind spot demonstration. When you're walking or cycling near a large vehicle, can the driver see you? Come experience an interactive blind spot...
View ArticleHonouring the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Wednesday, September 30, marks the sixth National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a day when Canadians reflect upon the experiences and history of First Nations, Métis and Inuit communities in...
View ArticleCelebrating French in our City
Three employees share what the French language means to them on Franco-Ontarian Day. Today, we celebrate Franco-Ontarian Day, an annual occasion that honours, recognizes and celebrates the countless...
View ArticleJamie Fine to headline unforgettable Ottawa 200 Block Party tomorrow at...
Ottawa’s own Jamie Fine will be the headliner performer at the Ottawa 200 Block PartyTomorrow night, Ottawa's own Jamie Fine takes centre stage at 8:15 pm as the headliner of the Ottawa 200 Block...
View ArticleCity commemorates Police and Peace Officers’ National Memorial Day on Sunday,...
The flags at all City of Ottawa sites will be lowered to half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Sunday, September 27 to recognize Police and Peace Officers’ National Memorial Day. This day is observed to...
View ArticleCity to announce surprise headliner for Ottawa 200 Block Party
The City will soon reveal the surprise headliner for the Ottawa 200 Block Party, celebrating the 200th anniversary of the founding of Bytown. Date: Friday, September 25Time: Noon Location: The...
View ArticleNational Day for Truth and Reconciliation schedule changes
Garbage, transit, City services and more – all the holiday impacts you need to know.The City of Ottawa would like to remind residents of the following schedule changes and City service impacts for...
View ArticleCelebrating Franco-Ontarian Day
The City of Ottawa will raise the Franco-Ontarian flag during an official flag-raising ceremony on September 25. To celebrate Franco-Ontarian Day, the City of Ottawa, in collaboration with the...
View ArticleCouncil matches donations to help flood-impacted residents recover
As residents continue to recover from the July 1 extreme weather event, Council today approved matching donations to the Canadian Red Cross appeal.As residents continue to recover from the July 1...
View ArticleSpecial Advance Voting Days for Ottawa’s 2026 Municipal Elections will take...
During Special Advance Voting Days, eligible electors can vote at any of the 10 voting places across the City.Special Advance Voting Days for Ottawa’s 2026 Municipal Elections will take place from...
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