Save the Date: Renaming Event for the Greenboro Community Centre
This past May, City Council unanimously approved a motion to rename the Greenboro Community Centre to the Diane Deans Greenboro Community Centre, in recognition of the contributions of the late, long-time City Councillor Diane Deans. To celebrate this renaming, my...
2928 Bank Street Proposal
I am pleased to share an update on another significant affordable housing initiative that is making progress at 2928 Bank Street, the former site of Blossom Park PharmaChoice on the corner of Bank and Queensdale. This development will feature a 4-storey building...
Neighbourhood Traffic Calming (NTC) Studies in Gloucester-Southgate: Johnston Rd, Lorry Greenberg Dr., and Pike St.
In addition to the Neighbourhood Traffic Calming (NTC) projects currently underway on Tapiola Cres. and Albion Rd. to help reduce speeding, I am pleased to share that Johnston Road (between Ewing Street and Blohm Drive) has now reached the top of the City's list for...
New Affordable Housing: 1770 Heatherington Road Update
I am pleased to provide an update on the long-anticipated affordable housing development at 1770 Heatherington Road. The rezoning application for this project was reviewed and passed by the Planning and Housing Committee on September 11th, and it will now proceed to...
Forestglade Park Revitalization
I am pleased to announce that Forestglade Park, located at 62 Forestglade Crescent, will be undergoing a full revitalization, including a full replacement of the existing play structure and the addition of new play amenities, trees, and benches. Design options and the...
Ottawa’s New Older Adult Plan – Help shape a city where older adults age well.
The City of Ottawa is planning for the development of its new Older Adult Plan, and we want to hear from you! City staff are continuing to consult with residents and community agencies to determine the priorities and structure needed to facilitate the implementation...
Lansdowne 2.0 Engagement Session
Staff will conduct an Information and Comment Session virtually over Zoom on Tuesday September 10th from 6:30-8:30pm. The presentation will review the application, have a thorough question and answer period through the Zoom chat moderated by City staff, and provide...
City of Ottawa’s New Mandatory Organics Program for Multi-Residential Properties
Starting this fall, the City of Ottawa will implement a mandatory organics program for all multi-residential properties with six or more units. This initiative, part of our ongoing waste diversion strategy, will transition properties to the City’s Green Bin program...
Volunteer Ottawa – Volunteer Expo
Volunteer Ottawa is holding its Fall Volunteer Expo on Friday, September 20, 2024 from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm at the Nepean Sportsplex (1701 Woodroffe Ave, Nepean). This is a free, in-person event where you can speak with dozens of local charities about volunteer...
Have your say on Draft Budget 2025
Budget 2025 is right around the corner, and we want to hear from you! Tell us what budget priorities matter to you by visiting the Engage Ottawa Draft Budget 2025 page today to complete a short poll. The poll is open until Friday, September 13 and the results will be...