Celebrate Ottawa’s vibrant music community at the Sonicity Showcase
Residents are invited to join Mayor Jim Watson, Councillor Jeff Leiper and members of the music industry at the Sonicity Showcase.Date: Saturday February 10Time: 4 p.m.Location: City Room, National...
View ArticleNew fire stations in Orleans and Cumberland begin operations today
The City of Ottawa opened two new fire stations today to better meet the fire and emergency protection needs in Cumberland and Beacon Hill.The stations are the result of the City of Ottawa’s fire...
View ArticleFinance and Economic Development Committee receives update on Confederation Line
The Finance and Economic Development Committee today received an update on the Confederation Line light rail transit system. The Committee was informed that the Rideau Transit Group has confirmed that...
View ArticleAffordable housing gets a boost
The City received more than $54 million in funding to build new affordable and supportive housing . The funds, announced today as part of the joint federal and provincial Investment in Affordable...
View ArticleTheatre and music top the list of what’s happening in Ottawa this weekend
What’s Happening Ottawa provides the latest on theatre, music and outings for the entire family. Some shows sell out quickly, so be sure to look ahead at what’s happening in the coming weeks and get...
View ArticleChanges coming to the Business Ambassador Service
Mayor Jim Watson and Councillor Diane Deans, Chair of the City’s Community and Protective Services Committee, will announce changes to the Business Ambassador Service, which helps restaurant owners...
View ArticleCity plans to expand and secure service for local restaurants
Opening a new restaurant is a lot of work. That’s why the City of Ottawa created the Business Ambassador Service (BAS) as a pilot project in 2013 to help restaurant owners get their new businesses up...
View ArticleTraffic impacts in Ottawa as a result of special events and upcoming road...
Ongoing and upcoming road work projects will have the following impacts on Ottawa traffic:O’Connor Street – O’Connor Street is closed to motorists between Laurier Avenue and Somerset Street until...
View ArticlePaint it Up! mural program reduces graffiti through art
If there is a wall in your neighbourhood that keeps falling victim to graffiti vandalism, the City of Ottawa and Crime Prevention Ottawa invite you to Paint it Up!Now in its ninth year, the Paint it...
View ArticleFamily Day activities and schedule changes
There are activities for the whole family, and the following service and schedule changes are in place for Family Day on Monday, February 19.Mayor Jim Watson invites everyone to join him for his Annual...
View ArticleMeetings at Ottawa City Hall next week
All public meetings will be held at Ottawa City Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, unless otherwise noted. For a complete agenda and updates, please sign up for email alerts or visit ottawa.ca/agendas, or...
View ArticleGive feedback and get informed about City projects: Week of February 12
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 consultations, your feedback helps to shape...
View ArticleOttawa’s music industry takes centre stage at the Sonicity Showcase
Mayor Jim Watson, Councillor Jeff Leiper, and members of the music industry celebrated Ottawa’s vibrant music community today at the Sonicity Showcase.In association with Megaphono, Ottawa’s annual...
View ArticleCommittee approves change to facilitate request for provincial funding
The City’s Planning Committee today approved the first step in requesting provincial funds to increase the city’s supply of new rental housing.The decision would designate Housing Services as the...
View ArticleCatherine Kelly to receive Mayor’s City Builder Award
Mayor Jim Watson and Capital Ward Councillor, David Chernushenko will present the Mayor’s City Builder Award to Catherine Kelly on Wednesday, February 14 at the start of the City Council meeting.Date:...
View ArticleKid stuff, grownup stuff and all the ice stuff happening in Ottawa on Family...
What’s Happening Ottawa provides the latest on theatre, music and outings for the entire family. Some shows sell out quickly, so be sure to look ahead at what’s happening in the coming weeks and get...
View ArticleCatherine Kelly receives Mayor’s City Builder Award
Catherine Kelly was presented with the Mayor’s City Builder Award at today’s City Council meeting by Mayor Jim Watson and Capital Ward Councillor, David Chernushenko.As the Vice President Internal of...
View ArticleCouncil approves additional infrastructure renewal projects
City Council today approved $10 million in additional infrastructure renewal projects, to be funded through Budget 2018.The approved list of projects for tax-supported assets includes roads, sidewalks,...
View ArticleTime capsule to be installed at City Hall on Heritage Day
The Time Capsule Commemorating the 150th Anniversary of Canada will be entombed in the walls of City Hall by Mayor Watson and Members of Council following this year’s annual Heritage Day celebrations,...
View ArticleTraffic impacts in Ottawa as a result of special events and upcoming road...
Ongoing and upcoming road work projects will have the following impacts on Ottawa traffic:O’Connor Street – O’Connor Street is closed to motorists between Laurier Avenue and Somerset Street until...
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