Parks Crews Preparing Outdoor Amenities for Spring and Summer
While the weather may not always feel like spring just yet, seasonal operations are well underway across Ottawa as Parks Maintenance crews prepare outdoor spaces for the warmer months ahead. City staff have already begun winter cleanup work, including removing outdoor...
Proposed Changes To The South End Truck Route Network
The City is asking for your feedback on proposed changes to the truck route network in the city’s south end in response to public concerns about increased commercial vehicle activity in the area. The study limits will be from River Road, E to Ramsayville, South to...
New Fitness Equipment Coming to Calzavara Family Park
In an effort to continually improve our parks and green spaces, I am happy to announce that new fitness equipment will soon be installed in Calzavara Family Park. The contractor has recently visited the site to complete a pre-construction review, and work is expected...
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
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...
Spring Street Sweeping Underway
With warmer weather arriving, the City’s Roads and Parking Services team is shifting from winter operations to spring clean-up. Street sweeping helps remove sand, salt, and debris left behind from the winter season, keeping our roads, sidewalks, and cycling network...
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!
Confirm Your Waste and Recycling Collection Schedule
Earlier this week, the City implemented changes to curbside waste collection as part of a new collection contract. As of Monday, March 30, some households have a new weekly collection day. Approximately half of Ottawa residents are affected by this update, while...
OC Transpo Hires New General Manager
Rick Leary has been appointed as the City of Ottawa’s new General Manager of Transit Services. Previously CEO of the Toronto Transit Commission, he brings experience managing a large transit system and addressing many of the challenges OC Transpo has faced. He began...
Ottawa Police Service (OPS) Updates
OPS Launches Improved Online Reporting Tool for Non-Emergency Incidents The Ottawa Police Service has introduced an upgraded online reporting system that makes it easier for residents to report non-emergency incidents quickly and conveniently. The improved system...