For Alice Chatelain, volunteering is a full-time labour of love
They did some math over at Centre d’accueil Champlain when Alice Chatelain received a Sovereign Medal last week. They figure that Alice, since May 2010 alone, has put in 11,443 hours of volunteer time...
View ArticleMeetings at Ottawa City Hall next week
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 or visit ottawa.ca/agendas, or call...
View ArticleWho do you call when you encounter a wild animal?
If you have found a wild animal that appears sick, injured or orphaned, it may or may not need your help. In many cases you can call 3-1-1 for help or information on what to do.You can also call 3-1-1...
View ArticleCity honours local service clubs
Mayor Jim Watson is hosting a reception for Ottawa-area Royal Canadian Legion Branches, Lions Clubs, Kiwanis Clubs, Rotary Clubs, Optimist Clubs, Richelieu Clubs and Rural Fair boards in recognition...
View ArticleFlags at half-mast to mark the tragic events that took place in Toronto
The flags at Ottawa City Hall will be flown at half-mast until further notice to mark the tragic events that took place in Toronto, Ontario on April 23, 2018.For more information on City programs and...
View ArticleCommittee approves new home for Ugandan High Commission
The Ugandan High Commission could soon have a new home at 231 Cobourg Street after the Planning Committee today approved an application to demolish the existing building and a zoning amendment to...
View ArticleTwelve things to do as April ends and May begins
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 ArticleTony Mariani to receive Mayor’s City Builder Award
Mayor Jim Watson and Kanata South Ward Councillor Allan Hubley will present the Mayor’s City Builder Award to Tony Mariani on Wednesday, August 23 at the start of the next City Council meeting.Date:...
View ArticleTony Mariani receives Mayor’s City Builder Award
Mayor Jim Watson and Kanata South Ward Councillor Allan Hubley presented the Mayor’s City Builder Award to Tony Mariani at City Council today in recognition of his dedication to volunteerism,...
View ArticleCouncil recommends Dr. Vera Etches as Ottawa’s next Medical Officer of Health
Ottawa City Council has approved the Ottawa Board of Health’s (BOH) recommendation to appoint Dr. Vera Etches as Medical Officer of Health (MOH) for the City of Ottawa Health Unit. Dr. Etches has been...
View ArticleCity aims to spark commercial renewal and economic growth in Vanier
The City of Ottawa is considering developing a Community Improvement Plan for Montreal Road, between North River Road and the Aviation Parkway in Vanier. Once in place, the plan would stimulate urban...
View ArticleHousehold Hazardous Waste Depot this weekend
The first Household Hazardous Waste Depot of the year is happening on Sunday, April 29 from 8 am to 4 pm, at the OC Transpo Park and Ride at 1201 Trim Road. Household hazardous waste includes the...
View ArticleLearn about the Elgin Street Renewal project and share your feedback
The City of Ottawa invites residents to attend a public information session to discuss the renewal and construction plans for Elgin Street.Monday, April 30 6 pm to 9 pm (presentation at 6:45 pm) Jean...
View ArticleCouncil approves measures to increase child-care affordability and access
City Council today received an update on child care, EarlyON Child and Family Centres and provincial funding for Indigenous-led services.The City has provided nearly 950 additional children with a fee...
View ArticleThe filing period for candidate nominations and notices of registration for...
Tuesday, May 1, 2018, is the first day eligible individuals may file nomination papers for the offices of mayor, councillor and school board trustee for the 2018 Municipal Elections. In addition, it is...
View ArticleBall diamonds open Tuesday but sports fields need more time
City of Ottawa ball diamonds will be officially open as of Tuesday, May 1 and all other sports fields will open Tuesday, May 15.Residents, rental contract holders and organizers of large public events...
View ArticleTraffic impacts in Ottawa for the coming days – starting April 27
Upcoming projects will have the following impacts on Ottawa traffic:Queen Elizabeth Drive – Queen Elizabeth Drive will be closed between Second Avenue and Fifth Avenue from 7 am Saturday, April 28 to 6...
View ArticleCity flags at half-mast for National Day of Mourning (Workers' Mourning Day)
The flags at all City of Ottawa sites will be lowered to half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Saturday, April 28, to commemorate the National Day of Mourning (Workers' Mourning Day) for persons killed...
View ArticleMeetings at Ottawa City Hall next week
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 or visit ottawa.ca/agendas, or call...
View ArticleGive feedback and get informed about City projects: Week of April 30
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...
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