OC Transpo hosting demonstration of an electric bus
The Mayor of Ottawa will participate in a demonstration of an electric bus, supplied by Nova Bus, and learn about the associated technology and features.Date: Friday, October 5Time: 1 pmLocation: OC...
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Ottawa– OC Transpo will hold a demonstration of an electric bus, supplied by Nova Bus, and learn about the associated technology and features.Date: Friday, October 5Time: 1 pmLocation: OC Transpo...
View ArticleMeetings at Ottawa City Hall for the week of October 8, 2018
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 or visit ottawa.ca/agendas,...
View ArticleCommittee approves plan to demolish rest of Magee House
The City’s Planning Committee today approved an application to demolish what remains of Magee House, a designated heritage property at 1119 Wellington Street West. The Hintonburg landmark partially...
View ArticleCatherine Wilcox to receive Mayor’s City Builder Award
The Mayor of Ottawa and the Councillor for Knoxdale-Merivale Ward will present the Mayor’s City Builder Award to Catherine Wilcox on Wednesday, October 10 at the start of the next City Council...
View ArticleFriday, October 12 is the final Advance Voting Day in the 2018 Municipal...
Advance Voting Day for the 2018 Municipal Elections is Friday, October 12, 2018. Electors will be able to vote in their wards between 10 am and 8 pm.This will be the last opportunity to vote before...
View ArticleCatherine Wilcox receives Mayor’s City Builder Award
The Mayor of Ottawa and the Councillor for Knoxdale-Merivale Ward presented the Mayor’s City Builder Award to Catherine Wilcox at City Council today in recognition of her contribution to Ottawa through...
View ArticleCouncil approves demolition of Magee House
Magee House, a designated heritage property at 1119 Wellington Street West, can be demolished by mid-November. City Council today approved a demolition application for the Hintonburg landmark that...
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Adjustments to OC Transpo routes, starting Monday, October 15
OC Transpo has revised some routes due to the delayed opening of O-Train Line 1, the Confederation Line. Several routes will be adjusted starting Monday, October 15, to improve connectivity and reduce...
View ArticlePhoto and interview opportunity for Advance Voting Day on October 12
The City of Ottawa Elections Office will hold a photo and interview opportunity with Rick O’Connor, City Clerk and Solicitor, on Advance Voting Day on Friday, October 12, 2018. Voting Day for the...
View ArticleTraffic impacts in Ottawa for the coming days – beginning Thursday, October 11
Upcoming events and projects will have the following impacts on Ottawa traffic:Elgin Street: Hydro Ottawa work continues along the east side of Elgin Street between Gilmour Street and Gladstone Avenue....
View ArticleTornado damage to Arlington Woods Free Methodist Church forces move of voting...
The October 22, 2018 voting location for poll 09-001 has been relocated because the Arlington Woods Free Methodist Church (Ward 9 Knoxdale-Merivale) was severely damaged by one of the tornadoes that...
View ArticleGive feedback and get informed about City projects: Week of October 15
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 consultations, your feedback helps to...
View ArticleVoting Day for the 2018 Municipal Elections is only one week away
One week from today, eligible Ottawa electors will have the opportunity to cast their ballot for one mayor, 23 councillors and 37 school board trustees.The City of Ottawa’s 350 accessible voting places...
View ArticleWhat residents need to know about legalized recreational cannabis
On Wednesday, October 17, it will be legal in Canada for adults to possess, grow and consume recreational cannabis. The Government of Canada and the Province of Ontario have established laws in respect...
View ArticleCity to honour local writers
The 2018 Ottawa Book Awards and Prix du livre d’Ottawa will be presented in a special ceremony at City Hall.This free event is open to the public.Deputy Mayor Bob Monette will present the awards in the...
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The perfect Halloween treat
Once again this year, the perfect candy-free alternative for a Halloween treat is Trick or Swim or Skate tickets.Each ticket is good for admission to a public swim or skate at a City recreation...
View ArticleLocal writers receive Ottawa Book Award and Prix du livre d’Ottawa
Three local writers were honoured with the prestigious Ottawa Book Award and Prix du livre d’Ottawa tonight at Ottawa City Hall. Shane Rhodes, Roy MacGregor and Alain Bernard Marchand were each awarded...
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It’s a sign: a call to protect Ottawa’s drinking water sources
We encounter hundreds of roadside signs everyday. Many of them are instantly recognizable to us; they tell us the speed limit, indicate upcoming turns and on and off ramps. But have you ever noticed...
View ArticleTraffic impacts in Ottawa for the coming days – beginning Thursday, October 18
Upcoming events and projects will have the following impacts on Ottawa traffic:Elgin Street: Hydro Ottawa work along Elgin Street will begin a new phase on Thursday, October 18, between Gilmour Street...
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