AccessAbility Day in Ottawa seeks input into the City’s new multi-year...
Ottawa – Mayor Jim Watson proclaimed AccessAbility Day in Ottawa at the opening ceremony to kick off a day of consultations, presentations and discussions. The goal of the 2015 AccessAbility Day was...
View ArticleOrléans Boulevard closed between Broken Oak and St. Louis
Ottawa – Beginning today, at 6 p.m., Orléans Boulevard will be closed between Broken Oak Drive and St. Louis Drive to replace a culvert and to do related works. The road will be closed until...
View ArticleBusiness Open as Usual on Main Street
Ottawa– Mayor Jim Watson and Capital Ward Councillor David Chernushenko will participate in a photo opportunity to declare Business Open as Usual along Main Street.Date: Monday, June 1Time: 10:15...
View ArticleLeft-turn lane closure on Sussex Drive northbound at St. Patrick Street,...
Ottawa – Beginning on Wednesday June 3, the northbound turn lane on Sussex Drive at St. Patrick Street, for vehicles turning left to the Alexandra Bridge and MacKenzie Avenue, will be closed around the...
View ArticleEveryone can do their part during Environment Week
Ottawa– The City of Ottawa encourages residents to participate in Canadian Environment Week, which takes place this year from June 1 to 7, by taking steps to make more environmentally-friendly...
View ArticleTake transit to FIFA Women’s World Cup Canada 2015TM games
Ottawa– FIFA Women’s World CupTM ticket holders have free access to quick, easy and efficient transit service three hours before and three hours after games, from June 7 to June 27. Transit fare is...
View ArticleRegister now for summer recreation fun
Ottawa– Don’t miss out on the fun this summer, register now for a City of Ottawa recreation program offered at our many locations throughout the city. The online Recreation eGuide and Mon guide...
View ArticleReminder: Explore the city this weekend at Doors Open Ottawa
Ottawa – This weekend, June 6 and 7, explore your city during Doors Open Ottawa.This event offers an opportunity to discover the secrets that lay hidden inside many of Ottawa’s finest buildings, from...
View ArticleGet ready for Giveaway Weekend
Ottawa– The Spring Giveaway Weekend will take place on Saturday, June 6 and Sunday, June 7. Don't put your unwanted stuff in the garbage — set it out at the curb on Giveaway Weekend. Tour your...
View ArticleCelebrate National Health and Fitness Day with two-for-one deals at City...
Ottawa –Residents of Ottawa are encouraged to get active for at least one hour this Saturday as the City participates in National Health and Fitness Day on June 6.In celebration of National Health and...
View ArticleFree transportation to Lansdowne for FIFA Women’s World Cup Canada 2015
Ottawa– Ottawa soccer fans can expect an exciting few weeks as the FIFA Women’s World Cup Canada 2015™ gets underway this weekend. For all nine scheduled matches in Ottawa, event-goers have a variety...
View ArticleMeetings at Ottawa City Hall next week
Ottawa –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 Public Meetings...
View ArticleLorne Avenue closed at Albert Street
Ottawa - Beginning Monday, June 8, motorists will not be able to access Albert Street from Lorne Avenue between 7 a.m. and 8 p.m. daily. The closure along this section of Lorne Avenue will continue...
View ArticleEleven Ottawa children to be honoured for their use of 9-1-1
Ottawa - The City of Ottawa, in partnership with Bell Canada, will honour 11 young residents for their quick thinking, bravery and good judgment during emergency situations at the 17th Annual 9-1-1...
View ArticleEleven children recognized at 9-1-1 Children’s Achievement Awards
Ottawa– Eleven of Ottawa’s most courageous and quick-thinking young residents were honoured at the City of Ottawa’s 17th annual 9-1-1 Children’s Achievement Awards, presented today at Ottawa City...
View ArticlePlan your outfit for Soccer Day in Ottawa
Ottawa – In celebration of the FIFA Women’s World Cup Canada 2015™ tournament currently taking place in Ottawa, Thursday, June 11 has been proclaimed Soccer Day in Ottawa.Residents are encouraged to...
View ArticleStay cool at Ottawa outdoor pools, splash pads and beaches
Ottawa– Beat the heat this summer at City of Ottawa outdoor swimming pools, wading pools, splash pads and beaches.Outdoor pools and wading poolsOutdoor pools will be open as of June 13. Wading pools...
View ArticleCommittee to review Planning and Growth Management Work Plan at workshop meeting
Ottawa - The City’s Planning Committee will be meeting with the Planning and Growth Management team to review the department’s 2015-2018 work plan. The meeting will provide Committee members with an...
View ArticleCity highlights services and innovation
Ottawa - Mayor Jim Watson and City Manager Kent Kirkpatrick presented the 2015 City Manager’s Award for Excellence (CMAE) at today’s City Council meeting. The annual CMAE, now in its ninth year, is...
View ArticleHelen Synek receives Mayor’s City Builder Award
Ottawa– Mayor Jim Watson and River Ward Councillor Riley Brockington presented the Mayor’s City Builder Award today to Helen Synek, recognizing her 30 years of volunteer work at the Caldwell Family...
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