News Updates

Permanent Traffic Calming Coming to Tapiola Crescent

Permanent Traffic Calming Coming to Tapiola Crescent

Permanent traffic calming measures are coming to Tapiola Crescent, with construction currently on track to begin this September. The project follows the online community consultations and will introduce several improvements aimed at making Tapiola Crescent safer and...

Update on New Fencing at Pushman Park

Update on New Fencing at Pushman Park

Residents may have noticed new fencing recently installed along the school yard adjacent to Pushman Park. We have confirmed that the fence was installed by the School Board as part of a project intended to improve the safety and security of the school yard. Similar...

FoodWise Program 2026: Ottawa Public Library Series

FoodWise Program 2026: Ottawa Public Library Series

Foodsharing Ottawa is hosting a series of four free FoodWise workshops at Ottawa Public Library branches from August through November, with the first session coming up on Saturday, August 15! The first workshop, FoodWise Basics: Decoding Labels & Food Safety, will...

Property Tax Relief Available for Storm-Damaged Properties

Property Tax Relief Available for Storm-Damaged Properties

If your property was significantly damaged during the July 1 extreme weather event, you may be eligible for property tax relief through the City of Ottawa. Under Ontario legislation, the City may cancel, reduce, or refund a portion of 2026 property taxes for...

Speed Limit Reduction on Rosegarden Crescent

Speed Limit Reduction on Rosegarden Crescent

Following concerns raised about speeding on Rosegarden Crescent, my office initiated a speed study to explore the possibility of lowering the speed limit to help enhance road safety. After assessing, City Staff have now confirmed that a speed limit reduction on this...

OC Transpo Information Sessions

OC Transpo Information Sessions

OC Transpo is hosting a series of public information sessions throughout July and August, giving residents an opportunity to speak directly with General Manager Rick Leary and OC Transpo staff, ask questions, and share feedback. Residents can attend one of the...

South Keys Mall Tree Replacement Update

South Keys Mall Tree Replacement Update

Many residents reached out to our office in June after noticing trees had been removed along the South Keys Shopping Mall. Like many of you, we were surprised to see the extent of the tree removal and immediately contacted City staff to investigate. Following our...

Changes Coming to City Parking Tickets

Changes Coming to City Parking Tickets

Starting July 28, the City of Ottawa is introducing changes to its parking ticket process. Tickets will now be yellow instead of white, making them easier to spot on your windshield. For tickets issued on or after July 28, residents will also have more time to pay the...

Updates from City Council – July 2026

Updates from City Council – July 2026

Storm Relief Assistance On Wednesday, Ottawa City Council approved a series of measures to help residents recover from the devastating July 1 storm and flooding including: Canadian Red Cross Partnership One of the most significant decisions was Council's approval of a...