Community Events

Conquer the Cold – With the Annual Gloucester-Southgate Snow Tour

Conquer the Cold – With the Annual Gloucester-Southgate Snow Tour

What is the Snow Tour? The Snow Tour offers residents a chance to speak directly with City Staff and collaborate on enhancing winter operations in your neighbourhood. This year’s event will take place in person on Tuesday, November 24th from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m....

Forest Teachings with Albert Dumont on Tuesday, July 14

Forest Teachings with Albert Dumont on Tuesday, July 14

Join us for a unique afternoon of learning and creativity! As part of Ottawa's 200th anniversary celebrations, the School of Never-Ending Learning is hosting Forest Teachings with Albert Dumont—a special film screening and art-making workshop exploring Indigenous...

Forestglade Park Re-Opening on Tuesday, July 7

Forestglade Park Re-Opening on Tuesday, July 7

I'm so excited to share that we'll be celebrating the reopening of Forestglade Park on Tuesday, July 7, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Come by to check out the brand-new play structure, connect with neighbours, and help celebrate this exciting improvement to our community...

Spring Flower Sale & Community Food Drive

Spring Flower Sale & Community Food Drive

I’m excited to invite you to my upcoming Spring Flower Sale in partnership with Kiwan Farms! Join us on Saturday, May 23 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Diane Deans Greenboro Community Centre (363 Lorry Greenberg Drive) to shop a beautiful selection of spring...

Upcoming Cleaning the Capital Campaigns Seeking Volunteers

Upcoming Cleaning the Capital Campaigns Seeking Volunteers

Conroy Road Cleanup I am happy to share that local resident Paula Baxter is organizing a spring cleanup at along Conroy Road as part of the City of Ottawa’s Cleaning the Capital campaign. The cleanup is planned for April 25, with a rain date of May 2. Volunteers of...

Save the Date – Annual 55+ Afternoon Tea

Save the Date – Annual 55+ Afternoon Tea

I am excited to announce that this year’s Annual 55+ Afternoon Tea will be held on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. We look forward to welcoming you for an enjoyable afternoon together. More details will be shared in the coming weeks, so be sure to keep an eye out!

Black History Month Celebration Breakfast

Black History Month Celebration Breakfast

As mentioned in my last newsletter, Black History Month is a time to reflect, learn, and celebrate the profound contributions of Black communities to our city, province, and country. Yesterday morning, I attended a special Black History month celebration breakfast...

Community Consultations with the Ottawa Police Service (OPS)

Community Consultations with the Ottawa Police Service (OPS)

Community safety is of the upmost importance and ensuring that we have clear, meaningful, and direct relationships with our Community Officers and East District team is critical. Last week, I invited community service providers along with local Community Associations...