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Committee takes steps to speed up new home construction in Ottawa
La version française suit The Planning and Housing Committee today approved changes to the Official Plan that will help reduce delays in new housing construction. The changes will allow the City to approve new subdivisions faster while still making sure water, sewer...
6250 Hazeldean Road: Minor Zoning By-law Amendment and Site Plan
The City of Ottawa has received Minor Zoning By-law Amendment and Site Plan Control applications for 6250 Hazeldean Road. The site is at the corner of Hazeldean and Carp where the Petro-Canada gas station is located. The owner, Suncor, wants to add a single-storey KFC...
Upcoming events in Stittsville
Send your event info to glen.gower@ottawa.ca May 2026 May 1-30: Sylvie Sabourin Photo Exhibition Be sure to visit the spectacular imagery captured by local photographer, Sylvie Sabourin, at the Stittsville Branch of the Ottawa Public Library, 1637 Stittsville Main...
Committee expands Rain Ready Ottawa to help more residents protect their homes from flooding
La version française suit The Environment and Climate Change Committee today approved a new pilot rebate stream under the City’s Rain Ready Ottawa program to help residents and multi-residential housing providers better manage rainwater and reduce flooding risks. The...
319 Huntmar: Site Plan Control application
The City of Ottawa has received a Site Plan Control application for the construction of six residential buildings at 319 Huntmar Drive, between Tanger Outlets and the Queensway. Feedmill Creek runs along the north side of the property. Each of the six buildings would...
Spring is here — Join the 2026 Cleaning the Capital Campaign in Stittsville!
Originally published on March 22, 2026 La version française suit Spring has arrived, bringing another opportunity for Stittsville residents to get outside, enjoy the fresh air, and give back to our community. The Cleaning the Capital 2026 Spring Campaign runs from...
Victoria Day schedule changes (2026)
Originally published May 13, 2026 La version française suit The City of Ottawa would like to remind residents of the following schedule changes and City service impacts for the Victoria Day holiday on Monday, May 18. Client Service Centres The City’s 3-1-1 Contact...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Video / May 16, 2026
Good morning! Today I’m at Ralph Street Park (on Ralphpark Street). This week at City Council I introduced a “notice of motion” to rename this park in memory of Marion Gullock, a tireless and dedicated volunteer who lived on this street for nearly 68 years....
May 26: Stittsville North (W2) future neighbourhood open house #2
UPDATE: This event will now have a project overview presentation starting at 7:30 p.m., followed by a Q&A session. Originally posted on May 3, 2026 La version française suit The second open house for the Stittsville North (W2) future neighbourhood development plan...
NOTEBOOK: Recap of Transit Committee on May 14, 2026
Celebrating safety At the start of meeting, we recognized the recipients of this year’s Chief Safety Officer Award, Safe Driving Awards, and the Transecure Call of the Year Award, and their efforts to make our city a safer and better place. I had the honour of...
UPDATE: Stittsville South Urban Boundary Expansion comes to committee on May 20
UPDATE: Planning and Housing Committee has rejected this application by a vote of 8-3. Councillor Kavanagh, Councillor Brockington, and Councillor Tierney voted to approve the application. It will now rise to City Council on May 27 for a final vote. The Official Plan...
Giveaway Weekend is back!
La version française suit The City of Ottawa is on a mission to reduce waste by encouraging repair and reuse—and to support that, we’re bringing back Giveaway Weekend! Join the city-wide treasure hunt on Saturday, May 30 and Sunday, May 31. Place your gently...
Council updated on efforts to speed up housing development in Ottawa
La version française suit Council today received an update on the progress of the Housing Acceleration Plan. Council approved the plan in October 2025, with 58 actions that overhaul the City’s approach to housing to clear the way to get more new homes built. The plan...
NOTEBOOK: Motion to commemorate Marion Gullock
La version française suit I will be introducing a notice of motion on Wednesday at City Council for a commemorative naming to honour the late Marion Gullock. Marion lived in Stittsville for close to 68 years and played a vital role in the formation of many of our...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Newsletter: May 13, 2026
SPEAKING NOTES: Rick Leary’s 10 point plan for OC Transpo
La version française suit This morning I joined OC Transpo General Manager Rick Leary and Mayor Mark Sutcliffe at City Hall for a media conference. After joining OC Transpo in late March, Leary was ready to present his priorities for the transit agency. Here is a copy...
MAY 25: Health Care Equity in Action
La version française suit Join us in person to learn more about OPH services as well as their efforts to enhance health equity, diversity, and inclusion! Representatives from Ottawa Public Health will deliver a presentation on some of the key services they offer. The...
UPDATE: Breaking down Taggart’s Idylea zoning by-law amendment
UPDATE: This application was for approved by Planning and Housing Committee. It will now rise to City Council on May 27 for final approval. La version française suit The City of Ottawa has received a Zoning By-law Amendment application from Taggart and Tamarack for...
Progress update on park projects in Stittsville (2026)
La version française suit With the warm weather finally here, we are getting lots of inquiries about progress on future parks and park renewals in Stittsville. Here’s the latest information that we have as of May 2026. We’ll continue to post updates on this page as...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Video / May 9, 2026
Good morning! Today I’m on Henry Walker Grove Trail at the edge of the Goulbourn Wetlands. https://youtu.be/Mf-dbl9um9E This week’s updates: World Migratory Bird Day Ottawa’s Housing Accelerator Plan update A tour of OC Transpo’s zero-emission bus garage Blasting at...
