Federal Ministers McKenna and Hajdu to speak at International Women’s Day...
Ottawa – Mayor Jim Watson will welcome the Honourable Catherine McKenna, P.C., Minister of Environment and Climate Change and MP, Ottawa Centre and the Honourable Patty Hajdu, P.C., Minister of Status...
View ArticleCity working to fill potholes, control melting snow
Ottawa– A sure sign of spring, but not necessarily a welcome one, is the emergence of potholes on our streets.Potholes are a result of the freeze/thaw weather cycles that deteriorate our road surfaces....
View ArticlePublic consultations for new rate structure
Ottawa– The City is seeking residents' feedback as it develops a new rate structure to ensure that the cost of operating and maintaining Ottawa’s water, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure is done...
View ArticleSummer camp fair this weekend for children with special needs
Ottawa– The City of Ottawa offers summer camps for children who have special needs, and parents seeking information on these camps can get the answers to all of their questions this weekend. Date:...
View ArticleIce blasting to take place on the Rideau River
Ottawa - Media are invited to watch ice blasting on the Rideau River on Saturday, March 12. Each year, the City undertakes ice breaking operations near the Rideau Falls to alleviate possible spring...
View ArticleInterim property tax bill due on March 17
Ottawa– Property owners are reminded that the interim property tax bill, which was mailed out during the last week of February, is due on Thursday, March 17. You can view, print and pay your property...
View ArticleOC Transpo adjusts schedules during March Break
Ottawa– OC Transpo service will be operating on a reduced weekday schedule during March Break (March 14 to 18) when schools are closed and ridership is temporarily lower. Bus arrival times may be...
View ArticleSeasonal load restrictions start for heavy vehicles serving Ottawa
Ottawa– Beginning at 12:01 a.m. on Monday, March 14, seasonal load restrictions are in effect. Commercial vehicles or trailers with a gross vehicle weight in excess of five tonnes or 11,000 lbs. per...
View ArticleRideau River ice blasting cancelled
Ottawa– The media photo opportunity and ice blasting operations that were planned for the Rideau River this weekend have been cancelled. A combination of environmental factors, including warm weather...
View ArticleCamp FFIT returns with firefighter training camp for young women
Ottawa– Ottawa Fire Services, in partnership with Fire Service Women Ontario, is pleased to announce an application call for Camp FFIT (Female Firefighters in Training) 2016. Young women between the...
View ArticleByWard Parking Garage temporarily closes for updates and rehabilitation
Ottawa– The 290-space ByWard Parking Garage, located at 70 Clarence Street (at Parent Street) in the ByWard Market, will get a top-to-bottom refresh this spring. This planned maintenance is the first...
View ArticleEaster schedule changes
Ottawa - The City of Ottawa would like to remind residents of the following schedule changes for Friday, March 25, Good Friday, and Monday, March 28, Easter Monday. Client services:Ottawa City Hall...
View ArticleEarly birds can register now for Tim Hortons Cleaning the Capital
Ottawa– The City of Ottawa and Tim Hortons are pleased to announce the annual Tim Hortons Cleaning the Capital campaign, which will take place from April 15 to May 15. Early-bird registration is now...
View ArticleNew date added to list of rate structure consultations
Ottawa– The City is seeking residents’ feedback to help develop a new rate structure to ensure that the cost of operating and maintaining Ottawa’s water, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure is...
View ArticleTransit Driver Appreciation Day is Friday, March 18
Ottawa– They drive you to appointments, work, school and social gatherings, and provide a warm shelter during emergencies. They’re on the road 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and often drive in very...
View ArticleRoad closures during St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Ottawa - The City of Ottawa is advising motorists to expect delays due to road closures to accommodate the St. Patrick’s Day parade on Saturday, March 19 starting at 11 a.m. and lasting until about 1...
View ArticleWhat’s going on in Ottawa this week
Ottawa– It’s Winter in the City and there’s a lot to do in and around Ottawa. But, winter is winding down. Due to warm and wet weather, the status of Ottawa’s refrigerated outdoor skating rinks change...
View ArticleNorthbound on-ramp to Airport Parkway at Hunt Club Road closed Friday evening...
Ottawa– Motorists are advised that the northbound on-ramp to the Airport Parkway at Hunt Club Road will be closed from Friday, March 18 at 8 p.m. until Saturday, March 19 at 10 a.m. for construction...
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...
View ArticleNight work on Lyon Street due to sewer rehabilitation starts Tuesday
Ottawa– The City of Ottawa will begin work on Tuesday, March 22 to rehabilitate a section of sewer pipe on Lyon Street between Laurier Avenue and Cooper Street. All work will be done between 6 p.m. and...
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