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		<title>Ottawa Fire Services maintains reliable response as demand grows</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 00:03:10 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>La version française suit Ottawa Fire Services continues to provide emergency response residents can rely on, even as demand grows, according to its 2025 annual report received today by the Emergency Preparedness and Protective Services Committee. Ottawa Fire Services received more than 125,000 calls for service to the communications centre in 2025. That is a nine-per-cent increase [&#8230;]</p>
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<p><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">Ottawa Fire Services continues to provide emergency response residents can rely on, even as demand grows, according to its </span><a class="ext" href="https://pub-ottawa.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=1a86cab8-b30c-401f-b04e-dff3568ab02f&amp;Agenda=Agenda&amp;lang=English&amp;Item=20&amp;Tab=attachments" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-extlink=""><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">2025 annual report</span></a><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA"> received today by the Emergency Preparedness and Protective Services Committee.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">Ottawa Fire Services received more than 125,000 calls for service to the communications centre in 2025. That is a nine-per-cent increase from the previous year, reflecting Ottawa’s growing population and the rise in more complex emergencies. While call volumes increased, the number of actual emergency responses rose only slightly, as several calls can relate to the same incident or do not require a fire response. Even with this increased demand, the service met most response time standards set by Council, delivering a strong and dependable response when every second counts.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">Medical calls attended by Ottawa Fire Services decreased by 12 per cent compared to the previous year, reflecting improvements to the emergency dispatch system with Ottawa Paramedic Service that help ensure emergency resources are used more effectively. In some areas, longer travel distances, traffic and growth in developing communities contributed to longer response times. Overall, performance remains strong and close to established standards, and the City is monitoring trends and planning ahead to maintain reliable service.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">The service is using data to decide where stations, staff and equipment are needed most. This ensures reliable coverage in both urban and rural communities today while also preparing for future growth. It maintains international accreditation, recognizing high standards and a commitment to continuous improvement.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">Prevention efforts are also making a difference. The False Fire Alarm Strategy is helping stabilize nuisance alarm calls, reducing unnecessary disruptions and ensuring firefighters are available for real emergencies when they are needed most.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">The report highlights Council’s continued investments in firefighters and the resources they need to serve residents safely and effectively. Last year, the service hired 90 new recruits, modernized facilities such as Fire Station 81 in Stittsville, and advanced planning for a new training facility.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">In 2025, the service also expanded mental health and wellness supports, including access to a staff psychologist, peer programs and cancer prevention initiatives. These efforts help ensure firefighters remain healthy, resilient and ready to serve when residents need them. The report also highlights efforts to build a more diverse workforce, including recruitment initiatives and partnerships that create pathways into the service for underrepresented groups.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">City Council will consider the report on Wednesday, June 10.</span></p>
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<h2>Le Service des incendies d’Ottawa maintien des interventions fiables malgré la demande croissante</h2>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Le Service des incendies d’Ottawa continue d’assurer des interventions d’urgence sur lesquelles les résidents peuvent compter, malgré l’augmentation de la demande, selon son </span><a class="ext" href="https://pub-ottawa.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=1a86cab8-b30c-401f-b04e-dff3568ab02f&amp;Agenda=Agenda&amp;lang=French&amp;Item=20&amp;Tab=attachments" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-extlink=""><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">rapport annuel 2025</span></a><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA"> soumis aujourd’hui au Comité des services de protection et de préparation aux situations d’urgence.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Le Service des incendies d’Ottawa a reçu plus de 125 000 appels de service au Centre des communications en 2025. Il s’agit d’une hausse de 9 pour cent par rapport à l’année précédente, ce qui reflète la croissance de la population d’Ottawa et l’augmentation des urgences plus complexes. Si le nombre d’appels a augmenté, le nombre d’interventions d’urgence n’a que légèrement progressé, car plusieurs appels peuvent concerner le même incident ou ne pas nécessiter l’intervention des pompiers. En dépit de cette hausse de la demande, le Service a respecté la plupart des normes de délais d’intervention fixées par le Conseil municipal, assurant une intervention efficace et fiable lorsque chaque seconde compte.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Les appels médicaux auxquels a répondu le Service des incendies d’Ottawa ont diminué de 12 % comparativement à l’année précédente, ce qui reflète une amélioration du système de répartition des appels d’urgence du Service paramédic d’Ottawa ayant permis d’affecter plus efficacement les ressources d’urgence. Dans certains secteurs, les distances plus longues à parcourir, la circulation et la croissance des quartiers en développement ont entraîné des délais d’intervention plus longs. Dans l’ensemble, l’efficacité du Service demeure élevée et proche des normes établies, et la Ville suit de près les tendances et planifie en conséquence afin de maintenir un service fiable.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Le Service s’appuie sur des données pour déterminer les secteurs où les besoins en casernes, en effectifs et en équipement sont prioritaires, afin de garantir une couverture efficace des communautés urbaines et rurales tout en se préparant à la croissance future. Il est accrédité au niveau international, gage de normes élevées et d’un engagement en faveur de l’amélioration continue.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Les mesures de prévention portent également leurs fruits. La stratégie relative aux fausses alarmes-incendie contribue à stabiliser le nombre d’appels injustifiés, ce qui réduit les perturbations inutiles et permet de garantir la disponibilité des pompiers pour les véritables urgences, au moment où on a le plus besoin d’eux.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Le rapport fait état des investissements continus du Conseil à l’égard des pompiers et des ressources dont ils ont besoin pour servir les résidents de façon sûre et efficace. L’année dernière, le Service a embauché 90 nouvelles recrues, modernisé des installations, dont la caserne 81 à Stittsville, et fait progresser la planification en vue d’un nouveau centre de formation.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">En 2025, le Service a également élargi son offre de services de soutien en matière de santé mentale et de mieux-être, notamment en proposant les services d’un psychologue interne, des programmes de soutien par les pairs et des initiatives de prévention du cancer. Ces mesures contribuent à maintenir les pompiers en bonne santé, résilients et prêts à intervenir lorsque les résidents ont besoin d’eux. En outre, le rapport souligne les efforts déployés pour diversifier les effectifs, notamment grâce à des initiatives de recrutement et à des partenariats visant à ouvrir la voie à l’intégration de groupes sous-représentés au sein du Service.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Le Conseil municipal examinera le rapport le mercredi 10 juin.</span></p>
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		<title>UPDATE: Stittsville Main Street Public Realm plan</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 20:22:12 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Over the past few years we&#8217;ve made some big strides forward to advance improvements on Stittsville Main Street. In 2020 we published a discussion paper called Revitalizing Stittsville Main Street . Hundreds of residents, businesses, and community groups provided comments through workshops, surveys, and email, summarized in this “What we heard” report. That led to [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Over the past few years we&#8217;ve made some big strides forward to advance improvements on Stittsville Main Street. In 2020 we published a discussion paper called <a href="http://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/revitalizing-stittsville-main-street-discussion-paper-january-2020.pdf"><em>Revitalizing Stittsville Main Street</em> </a>. Hundreds of residents, businesses, and community groups provided comments through workshops, surveys, and email, summarized in this <a href="http://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/stittsville-main-street-what-we-heard-oct-2020-final-b.pdf">“What we heard” report</a>.</p>
<p>That led to the development of the <em><a href="https://glengower.ca/information/stittsville-main-street-public-realm-plan-heads-to-committee-for-approval/">Stittsville Main Street Public Realm Plan</a>,</em> approved by City Council in 2022. It&#8217;s a reconstruction of the street to modern standards, and the first major upgrade since the early 1990s. Highlights from the plan include:</p>
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<li>Wider sidewalks</li>
<li>Bike lanes (cycletracks) on both sides of the street</li>
<li>Raised and protected intersections</li>
<li>Street tree planting and greening</li>
<li>Crossing improvements at the Trans Canada Trail and Poole Creek</li>
<li>Street furnishings, gateway, and placemaking opportunities</li>
<li>Improved bus stops with space for shelters</li>
<li>Renewed street and pedestrian-level lighting</li>
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<p>The Stittsville Main Street upgrades were included in the new <a href="https://glengower.ca/development/deep-dive-recommended-transportation-projects-for-stittsville/">Transportation Master Plan</a>, approved by City Council in July 2025. That means the project will be prioritized for funding and construction in the next few years. Total cost of the project in 2022 was estimated at just under $23-million.</p>
<p>In the meantime, we&#8217;re continuing to work with residents, businesses, landowners, and community groups to revitalize the street through new development and beautification efforts such as the flower pot pilot program, new street furnishing, public art, and more.</p>
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<li><a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/8-Document-1-Stittsville-Main-Street-Public-Realm-Plan-horizontal.jpg">See a map of the Stittsville Public Realm Plan</a></li>
<li><a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/8-Document-1-Stittsville-Main-Street-Public-Realm-Plan-.pdf">Also available as a PDF</a></li>
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<p><strong>Timeline</strong></p>
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<li><strong>2020:</strong> Councillor Glen <a href="http://glengower.ca/community/stittsville-main-discussion/">publishes <em>Revitalizing Stittsville Main Street</em></a> discussion paper, followed by an online survey, workshops, and community engagement. The feedback was summarized in a <a href="http://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/stittsville-main-street-what-we-heard-oct-2020-final-b.pdf">“What we heard” report.</a></li>
<li><strong>2021:</strong> <a href="http://glengower.ca/community/call-for-interest-stittsville-main-street-steering-committee/">Call for interest and formation of a Stittsville Main Steering Committee</a> to discuss ideas and serve as a sounding board to refine concepts.</li>
<li><strong>2021:</strong> City initiates work to develop Stittsville Main Street Public Realm Plan</li>
<li><strong>2022:</strong> Final <a href="https://glengower.ca/information/stittsville-main-street-public-realm-plan-heads-to-committee-for-approval/">Stittsville Main Street Public Realm Plan</a> approved by City Council</li>
<li><strong>2022:</strong> Installation of new heritage street lights</li>
<li><strong>2025</strong>: Launch of hanging basket flower pots pilot</li>
<li><strong>2025:</strong> Council approves the new <a href="https://glengower.ca/development/deep-dive-recommended-transportation-projects-for-stittsville/">Transportation Master Plan, </a>including the upgrades to Stittsville Main Street</li>
<li><strong>Next: </strong>Funding, detailed design, and construction</li>
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		<title>JUNE 2-3: Hydro Ottawa equipment replacement and planned power outage on Cosanti, Maverick, Ocala, Orvieto, Painted Sky, and Taliesin</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 19:23:23 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>La version française suit On June 2 and 3, 2026, Hydro Ottawa will be installing overhead infrastructure that will impact customers on Cosanti Drive, Maverick Crescent, Ocala Street, Orvieto Way, Painted Sky Way and Taliesin Crescent. To complete this work safely, two planned power interruptions are required. You may notice an increased presence of construction [&#8230;]</p>
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<p>On <strong>June 2 and 3, 2026,</strong> Hydro Ottawa will be installing overhead infrastructure that will impact customers on <strong>Cosanti Drive, Maverick Crescent, Ocala Street, Orvieto Way, Painted Sky Way and Taliesin Crescent.</strong> To complete this work safely, two planned power interruptions are required.</p>
<p>You may notice an increased presence of construction and traffic control measures, including lane reductions, to ensure the safety of residents and our crews. Construction activities will occur on the City of Ottawa Road Right-of-Way &#8211; a legal right of access for Hydro Ottawa to install and maintain its electrical distribution system.</p>
<p>As mentioned above, two planned power outages will be required to proceed with this work. All impacted customers are contacted by phone, text or email &#8211; depending on the communication preferences indicated on their account &#8211; and informed by a written notice delivered to their door. Their qualified team will work efficiently to minimize any inconvenience; however, please note that the outages may be rescheduled in the event of circumstances beyond their control.</p>
<p><strong>Impacted streets</strong>: Cosanti Drive, Maverick Crescent, Ocala Street, Orvieto Way, Painted Sky Way and Taliesin Crescent</p>
<p><strong>Project start date:</strong> June 2, 2026<br />
<strong>Project end date:</strong> June 3, 2026</p>
<p><strong>Planned power outage:</strong> 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day</p>
<p>Hydro Ottawa would also like to take this opportunity to thank all residents in advance for their patience and understanding throughout the delivery of this important project.</p>
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<h2>Les 2 et 3 juin: Hydro Ottawa remplacement d’équipement et interruption de courant planifiée sur les promenades Cosanti, Maverick Crescent, Ocala Street, Orvieto Way, Painted Sky Way et Taliesin Crescent</h2>
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<p>Les 2 et 3 juin 2026, Hydro Ottawa procédera à l’installation d’infrastructures aériennes, ce qui aura une incidence sur les clients résidant sur les promenades Cosanti, Maverick Crescent, Ocala Street, Orvieto Way, Painted Sky Way et Taliesin Crescent. Afin de réaliser ces travaux en toute sécurité, deux interruptions de courant planifiées seront nécessaires.</p>
<p>Vous pourriez remarquer une présence accrue de travaux de construction ainsi que des mesures de signalisation et de contrôle de la circulation, y compris des réductions de voies, afin d’assurer la sécurité des résidents et des équipes de travail. Les travaux auront lieu dans l’emprise routière de la Ville d’Ottawa, soit un droit d’accès légal permettant à Hydro Ottawa d’installer et d’entretenir son réseau de distribution d’électricité.</p>
<p>Comme mentionné ci-dessus, deux pannes de courant planifiées seront nécessaires pour effectuer ces travaux. Tous les clients touchés seront avisés par téléphone, message texte ou courriel — selon les préférences de communication indiquées dans leur compte — et recevront également un avis écrit livré à leur porte. L’équipe qualifiée travaillera efficacement afin de minimiser les inconvénients; toutefois, veuillez noter que les interruptions pourraient être reportées en cas de circonstances hors de leur contrôle.</p>
<p><strong>Rues touchées :</strong> promenades Cosanti, Maverick Crescent, Ocala Street, Orvieto Way, Painted Sky Way et Taliesin Crescent</p>
<p><strong>Date de début du projet :</strong> 2 juin 2026<br />
<strong>Date de fin du projet :</strong> 3 juin 2026</p>
<p><strong>Interruption de courant planifiée :</strong> de 8 h à 17 h chaque jour</p>
<p>Hydro Ottawa souhaite également profiter de l’occasion pour remercier tous les résidents à l’avance de leur patience et de leur compréhension pendant la réalisation de cet important projet.</p>
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		<title>UPDATE: The sign construction that&#8217;s snarling the Queensway</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 19:19:10 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>For the past few weeks, Ottawa drivers have experienced very heavy traffic in both directions on the Queensway due to lane changes and reductions in place for installation of a new highway sign. Here’s some information provided by City of Ottawa staff about the work. Q: What is the signage being installed? A: To accommodate [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><em>For the past few weeks, Ottawa drivers have experienced very heavy traffic in both directions on the Queensway due to lane changes and reductions in place for installation of a new highway sign. Here’s some information provided by City of Ottawa staff about the work.</em></p>
<p><strong>Q: What is the signage being installed?</strong></p>
<p><strong>A:</strong> To accommodate the construction of the Stage 2 LRT guideway tunnel, the original overhead sign was removed. The westbound sign will direct drivers to Highways 416 and 417 and provide guidance for local exits to Greenbank Road and Pinecrest Road.</p>
<p>Original sign:</p>
<p><a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/old-queensway-sign.png"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-21285" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/old-queensway-sign.png" alt="Photo of overhead highway signage. One indicates the direction of Highway 416 south, the other indicates the next exits to Pinecrest and Greenbank. Both signs are grene with white text." width="910" height="213" srcset="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/old-queensway-sign.png 910w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/old-queensway-sign-480x112.png 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 910px, 100vw" /></a></p>
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<p>New sign:</p>
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<p><a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/new-queensway-sign.png"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-21286" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/new-queensway-sign.png" alt="Schematic of the new signage to be installed. Black and white with arrows and text indicating upcoming highway exits" width="750" height="250" srcset="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/new-queensway-sign.png 750w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/new-queensway-sign-480x160.png 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 750px, 100vw" /></a></p>
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<p><strong>Q: What is the actual construction work being done?</strong></p>
<p><strong>A:</strong> The current phase of work involves construction of the sign support foundations, including excavation, drilling, installations of reinforcements, concrete works, reinstatement of the median barrier, asphalt works at the median, underground electrical conduit installation for median lighting continuity and associated traffic staging. Additional activities related to sign structure erection and commissioning will occur in future phases and will take place during an overnight closure to minimize additional disruptions.</p>
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<p><strong>Q: Were there other alternatives analyzed that would have had less impact?</strong></p>
<p><strong>A:</strong> Options were analyzed and developed in coordination with the Ministry of Transportation Ontario (MTO) regarding design and construction options. The design and construction plan that is being implemented is the design that was accepted by the MTO.</p>
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<p><strong>Q: Are there regulatory (mandatory) requirements for this sign or is it a “nice-to-have”? </strong></p>
<p><strong>A:</strong> The sign requirements are in accordance with the MTO’s regulations and standards. As indicated above the original overhead sign was removed to accommodate the Stage 2 tunnel works.</p>
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<p><strong>Q: The construction began in early May – why haven’t we seen very much work at the site?</strong></p>
<p><strong>A:</strong> During the first two weeks, work activities included temporary lighting continuity modifications within the median, asphalt and median barrier removals, utility and drainage investigations, and assessment of potential conflicts between the proposed sign footing and the existing storm sewer system. These activities were necessary prior to commencing major foundation works.</p>
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<p><strong>Q: Have any measurements been done to quantify the amount of traffic congestion and other issues that the lane closures have caused?</strong></p>
<p><strong>A:</strong> Traffic operations and congestion impacts continue to be monitored throughout construction. As part of mitigation efforts, the bus-only ramp from Woodroffe to westbound Highway 417 <a href="https://ottawa.ca/en/city-hall/city-news/newsroom/modified-westbound-417-ramp-woodroffe-now-open-all-traffic">has been temporarily opened to general traffic</a> to help reduce congestion and improve westbound traffic flow. Traffic counts are taken throughout construction so the impact of mitigation measures can be reviewed analytically.</p>
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<p><strong>Q: Why will this take until July to complete?</strong></p>
<p><strong>A:</strong> The median sign foundation consists of a deep foundation system requiring caisson installation. The work involves multiple sequential operations, including excavation, drilling, reinforcement placement, concrete installation, curing periods, and restoration activities, all within a constrained highway environment.</p>
<p>These works involve invasive construction activities within the highway median and require a safe and stable work zone for both workers and the traveling public. Due to the nature of the operations, temporary short-duration closures were not feasible to safely complete the required work activities.</p>
<p><a href="https://ottawa.ca/en/city-hall/city-news/newsroom/highway-417-work-pinecrest-being-accelerated-earlier-completion">Work is now expected to be wrapped up by July 6</a>, three weeks ahead of the original schedule.</p>
<p>We understand the impacts this congestion has on residents. We will continue to look for ways to improve the flow of traffic and accelerate the schedule for this work, where possible. We appreciate your patience during this mandatory work.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://glengower.ca/information/update-the-sign-construction-thats-snarling-the-queensway/">UPDATE: The sign construction that&#8217;s snarling the Queensway</a> appeared first on <a href="https://glengower.ca">Glen Gower | Councillor / Conseiller | Stittsville</a>.</p>
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		<title>Council approves projects to enhance the downtown and ByWard Market experience</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>La version française suit Council today approved projects to help revitalize and enhance the downtown and ByWard Market. The funding to support these initiatives will be reallocated from the William Street pedestrian and streetscape project, funded by the Ontario-Ottawa Agreement. That project has been deferred beyond the timelines set out in the agreement, so the City is [&#8230;]</p>
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<p><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">Council today approved projects to help revitalize and enhance the downtown and ByWard Market. The funding to support these initiatives will be reallocated from the William Street pedestrian and streetscape project, funded by </span><a class="ext" href="https://pub-ottawa.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=660f4092-033b-4f50-aa96-1870cd0035d3&amp;Agenda=Agenda&amp;lang=English&amp;Item=51&amp;Tab=attachments" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-extlink=""><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">the Ontario-Ottawa Agreement</span></a><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">. That project has been deferred beyond the timelines set out in the agreement, so the City is proposing to fund other priority initiatives that will make a positive impact in the downtown and ByWard Market.</span></p>
<p>The projects focus on two priority areas: improving safety and making the area more vibrant to attract residents and visitors.</p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">To improve safety and security, staff have proposed funding for:</span></p>
<ul>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">Rideau Station and Rideau Street corridor improvements</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">Rideau–Sussex underpass improvements</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">Security staffing support for organizations serving complex clients through de-escalation, incident prevention and coordination with outreach and emergency response partners</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">Mental health supports and substance use services in the ByWard Market</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">Ottawa Public Health’s Needle and Drug Equipment Collection Program</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">Unsheltered homelessness outreach and connections to safe spaces</span></li>
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<p>For vibrancy to attract residents and visitors, staff have proposed:</p>
<ul>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA"><strong>“Best of ByWard” four-season placemaking initiative</strong> to transform underutilized plazas and portions of ByWard Market Square into flexible public gathering spaces that support year-round activity</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA"><strong>District-wide navigation, access and parking strategy</strong> to improve navigation and mobility</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA"><strong>Brand and place identity plan</strong> to strengthen the identity of the ByWard Market</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA"><strong>Historic Market Building illumination exhibition</strong> in winter months</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA"><strong>Metcalfe Plaza project</strong> to encourage new and diverse cultural and placemaking activities throughout the year</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA"><strong>Savour ByWard Market farm-to-table experience</strong>, a signature culinary experience showcasing local farmers, artisan producers and regional food and beverage offerings</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA"><strong>ByWard Under the Lights: Celebrating 200 Years,</strong> a two-day night market celebrating the spirit, diversity and traditions of the ByWard Market through food vendors, artisans and immersive programming</span></li>
</ul>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">The reallocation approved today is subject to provincial approval in accordance with the Ontario-Ottawa Agreement.</span></p>
<p><strong><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">Council prepares for Green Bin service beyond 2030 </span></strong></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">Council approved </span>a plan to continue <a class="ext" href="https://pub-ottawa.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=660f4092-033b-4f50-aa96-1870cd0035d3&amp;Agenda=Agenda&amp;lang=English&amp;Item=63&amp;Tab=attachments" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-extlink=""><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-US">organics processing beyond 2030</span></a>, ensuring residents continue to receive reliable Green Bin service. The City will launch a request for proposals to secure a short-term contract of five years, with the option to extend for another five, once the current contract expires in 2030.</p>
<p>The<span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA"> new contract will let bidders process organic waste using either aerobic composting, which uses oxygen to break down materials into compost, or anaerobic digestion, which breaks down waste without oxygen to produce renewable gas. Both keep food waste out of landfills and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.</span></p>
<p><strong><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">Council acts to help more residents better manage rainfall</span></strong></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">Council approved a new pilot rebate stream under the City’s </span><a class="ext" href="https://pub-ottawa.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=660f4092-033b-4f50-aa96-1870cd0035d3&amp;Agenda=Agenda&amp;lang=English&amp;Item=66&amp;Tab=attachments" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-extlink=""><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">Rain Ready Ottawa</span></a><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA"> program to help residents and multi-residential housing providers better manage rainwater and reduce flooding risks.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">The new stream would support low‑rise, multi‑unit buildings, including condominiums, co‑operatives, rental properties and non-profit affordable housing. It would help these property owners complete larger, shared projects that manage stormwater on their properties. This would help prevent localized flooding, reduce icy conditions in winter and protect shared spaces, such as parking areas and walkways.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">The City will offer rebates of up to $30,000 per property, with up to $40,000 for non-profit affordable housing providers, helping to offset the cost of larger shared projects. The new rebate stream would be funded within the program’s existing budget.</span></p>
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<h2 class="page-title"><span class="field field--name-title field--type-string field--label-hidden">Le Conseil approuve des projets visant à améliorer l’expérience du centre-ville et du marché By</span></h2>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Le Conseil a approuvé aujourd’hui des projets visant à revitaliser et à améliorer le centre-ville et le marché By. Les fonds nécessaires pour soutenir ces initiatives seront réaffectés du projet d’aménagement piétonnier et paysager de la rue William, financé par </span><a class="ext" href="https://pub-ottawa.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=660f4092-033b-4f50-aa96-1870cd0035d3&amp;Agenda=Agenda&amp;lang=French&amp;Item=51&amp;Tab=attachments" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-extlink=""><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">l’Accord Ontario-Ottawa.</span></a><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA"> Comme ce projet est reporté au-delà des échéanciers prévus par l’accord, la Ville propose de financer d’autres initiatives prioritaires qui auront une incidence positive sur le centre-ville et le marché By.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Les projets visent deux objectifs précis : améliorer la sécurité et dynamiser la zone pour attirer résidents et visiteurs.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Pour rehausser la sûreté et la sécurité, le personnel propose de financer les éléments suivants :</span></p>
<ul>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Améliorations de la station Rideau et du couloir de la rue Rideau</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Améliorations du passage inférieur Rideau‑Sussex</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Soutien de la dotation en personnel de sécurité pour les organismes qui servent des clients complexes en privilégiant la désescalade, la prévention des incidents et la coordination avec des partenaires d’intervention de proximité et d’intervention d’urgence</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Services de soutien en matière de santé mentale et de consommation de substances dans le marché By</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Programme de récupération des aiguilles et de l’équipement liés à la consommation de drogues de Santé publique Ottawa</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Rapprochement avec les personnes en situation d’itinérance et accès à des espaces sécuritaires</span></li>
</ul>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">En ce qui a trait à la dynamisation en vue d’attirer les résidents et les visiteurs, le personnel propose ce qui suit :</span></p>
<ul>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA"><strong>L’initiative de spatialisation quatre saisons sur « ce qu’il y a de mieux dans le marché By »</strong>, qui a pour but de transformer les esplanades et les parties sous-utilisées de la place du marché By en espaces de rassemblement public flexibles qui soutiennent l’activité tout au long de l’année.</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA"><strong>La Stratégie de navigation, d’accès et de stationnement à l’échelle du district</strong> a pour but d’améliorer la navigation et la mobilité.</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA"><strong>Le Plan d’identité de la marque et du lieu</strong> a pour but de mettre en valeur l’identité du marché By.</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA"><strong>L’Exposition avec illumination des édifices historiques du marché</strong> en hiver.</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA"><strong>Le Projet d’esplanade Metcalfe</strong> a pour but d’encourager des activités nouvelles et diversifiées dans le domaine de la culture et de l’aménagement de l’espace tout au long de l’année.</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA"><strong>L’initiative « Savourez le marché By – Expérience de la ferme à la table »</strong>, une expérience culinaire hors pair mettant en valeur les agriculteurs locaux, les producteurs artisanaux et les offres régionales de nourriture et de boissons.</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA"><strong>L’initiative « Illuminations du marché By : Célébration de 200 ans »</strong> est un marché nocturne de deux jours célébrant l’esprit, la diversité et les traditions du marché By par l’entremise de vendeurs de produits alimentaires, d’artisans et d’une programmation immersive.</span></li>
</ul>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">La réaffectation de fonds approuvée aujourd’hui est assujettie à l’approbation du gouvernement provincial conformément à l’Accord Ontario-Ottawa.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA"><strong>Le Conseil prépare le service de collecte des bacs verts après 2030</strong> </span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Le Conseil a approuvé un plan visant à poursuivre </span><a class="ext" href="https://pub-ottawa.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=660f4092-033b-4f50-aa96-1870cd0035d3&amp;Agenda=Agenda&amp;lang=French&amp;Item=63&amp;Tab=attachments" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-extlink=""><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">le traitement des matières organiques après 2030</span></a><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA"> afin de garantir aux résidents un service fiable de collecte des bacs verts. La Ville adopterait un processus concurrentiel de demande de propositions afin de conclure un contrat à court terme de cinq ans, assorti d’une option permettant de le proroger pour cinq autres années, qui entrerait en vigueur à l’échéance du contrat actuel en 2030.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Le nouveau contrat permettrait aux soumissionnaires de traiter les déchets organiques soit par compostage aérobie (décomposition des matières organiques en présence d’oxygène), soit par digestion anaérobie (décomposition des déchets en l’absence d’oxygène pour produire du gaz renouvelable). Ces deux mesures permettent d’éviter que les déchets alimentaires aboutissent à la décharge et de réduire les émissions de gaz à effet de serre.</span></p>
<p><strong><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Le Conseil agit pour aider davantage de résidents à mieux gérer les précipitations</span></strong></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Le Conseil a approuvé un nouveau volet pilote de remises dans le cadre du programme </span><a class="ext" href="https://pub-ottawa.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=660f4092-033b-4f50-aa96-1870cd0035d3&amp;Agenda=Agenda&amp;lang=French&amp;Item=66&amp;Tab=attachments" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-extlink=""><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Parés pour la pluie Ottawa</span></a><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA"> de la Ville, afin d’aider les propriétaires et les gestionnaires d’immeubles à logements multiples à mieux composer avec les eaux pluviales et à réduire les risques d’inondation.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Ce nouveau volet vise les immeubles de faible hauteur à logements multiples, notamment les copropriétés, les coopératives d’habitation, les immeubles locatifs et les logements abordables à but non lucratif. Il aidera ces propriétaires à réaliser des grands projets communs permettant de mieux gérer les eaux pluviales sur leurs propriétés. Ces améliorations peuvent contribuer à prévenir les inondations localisées, à réduire la formation de glace en hiver et à protéger les espaces communs, comme les aires de stationnement et les allées.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">La Ville offrira des remises pouvant atteindre 30 000 $ par propriété et jusqu’à 40 000 $ pour les fournisseurs de logements abordables à but non lucratif, ce qui contribuera à compenser le coût des grands projets communs. Le nouveau volet de remises serait financé à même le budget existant du programme.       </span></p>
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		<title>Upcoming Granite Ridge stormwater pond maintenance</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>La version française suit The City of Ottawa will be undertaking maintenance work on the Granite Ridge stormwater management (SWM) pond and drainage ditch located at 164 Iber Road and 185 Iber Road, respectively. This work is scheduled to begin this summer. WHY: Stormwater management ponds are an important part of the City’s drainage system. [&#8230;]</p>
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<p>The City of Ottawa will be undertaking maintenance work on the Granite Ridge stormwater management (SWM) pond and drainage ditch located at 164 Iber Road and 185 Iber Road, respectively. This work is scheduled to begin this summer.</p>
<p><strong>WHY: </strong>Stormwater management ponds are an important part of the City’s drainage system. They help collect and treat runoff from nearby streets and properties before it enters local creeks and rivers. Over time, these ponds accumulate sediment which reduces their capacity and effectiveness. To ensure the pond continues to function as designed, the accumulated sediment needs to be removed periodically.</p>
<p><strong>HOW: </strong>The clean-out process will involve temporarily draining the SWM pond to allow for the removal of built-up sediment. Once the pond is dewatered, the material will be excavated and hauled off-site for disposal. The downstream drainage ditch will also be rehabilitated as part of this project to improve the performance of the ditch. The pond and surrounding areas will then be restored to their original condition.</p>
<p><strong>WHEN: </strong>Construction is expected to take place in <strong>summer 2026 </strong>and is expected to last several weeks.</p>
<p>Every effort will be made to minimize disruption to nearby properties throughout the work. Some construction noise, truck activity, and temporary fencing around the work areas can be expected for a limited period. The City and its contractor will complete all work safely and in full compliance with environmental protection measures.</p>
<p>Pedestrian traffic control measures will be in place for the duration of the construction activities. Temporary closure of the pedestrian pathway on the south side of the facility will be necessary for a portion of the work. Impacts to pathway users will be minimized to the fullest extent possible, within the constraints of the project requirements.</p>
<p>For further information about this Notice and the pond clean-out project, please contact:</p>
<p>Eric Harrold<br />
Project Specialist, Stormwater City of Ottawa<br />
613-580-2424, ext. 21447<br />
<a href="mailto:eric.harrold@ottawa.ca">eric.harrold@ottawa.ca</a></p>
<p><a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/granite-ridge-stormwater-pond-location.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-18894" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/granite-ridge-stormwater-pond-location.jpg" alt="Granite Ridge stormwater facility location map" width="1920" height="1518" srcset="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/granite-ridge-stormwater-pond-location.jpg 1920w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/granite-ridge-stormwater-pond-location-1280x1012.jpg 1280w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/granite-ridge-stormwater-pond-location-980x775.jpg 980w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/granite-ridge-stormwater-pond-location-480x379.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1920px, 100vw" /></a></p>
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<h2>Entretien prévu du bassin de rétention des eaux pluviales de Granite Ridge</h2>
<p>La Ville d’Ottawa procédera à des travaux d’entretien dans le bassin de rétention des eaux pluviales et le fossé de drainage situés aux 164 et 185, chemin Iber, respectivement. Ces travaux devraient commencer cet été.</p>
<p><strong>POURQUOI : </strong>Les bassins de rétention des eaux pluviales constituent un aspect essentiel du réseau de drainage de la Ville. Ils permettent de recueillir et de traiter les eaux de ruissellement des rues et des propriétés des environs avant qu’elles se déversent dans les cours d’eau de la localité. Des sédiments finissent par s’accumuler dans ces bassins, ce qui en réduit la capacité et l’efficacité. Pour veiller à ce que ce bassin continue de fonctionner comme prévu, il faut enlever périodiquement les sédiments qui s’y déposent.</p>
<p><strong>COMMENT : </strong>Les travaux de vidange consisteront à drainer temporairement le bassin de REP afin d’enlever les sédiments accumulés. Une fois le bassin asséché, ces sédiments seront extraits et transportés en vue de leur élimination. Le fossé de drainage en aval sera également remis en état dans le cadre de ce projet afin d’en améliorer l’efficacité. Le bassin et les environs seront ensuite remis dans leur état d’origine.</p>
<p><strong>QUAND : </strong>Les travaux devraient commencer à l’<strong>été 2026 </strong>et durer quelques semaines.</p>
<p>Nous mettrons tout en œuvre pour minimiser les perturbations sur les propriétés du secteur avoisinant lors des travaux. Il faut cependant s’attendre, pour une durée limitée, à ce que ces travaux soient bruyants, à ce que des camions se déplacent dans le secteur et à ce que la zone des travaux soit clôturée temporairement. La Ville et l’entrepreneur veilleront sur la sécurité des travaux, en respectant parfaitement les mesures de protection de l’environnement.</p>
<p>Des mesures de régulation de la circulation des piétons seront en vigueur pendant les activités qui se dérouleront sur le chantier. Il faudra fermer temporairement le sentier piétonnier du côté sud de l’installation. Nous réduirons autant que possible les répercussions des travaux sur les utilisateurs du sentier, en tenant compte des exigences du projet.</p>
<p>Pour en savoir plus sur cet avis et sur ce projet de vidange des sédiments du bassin, veuillez communiquer avec :</p>
<p>Eric Harrold<br />
Spécialiste responsable du projet, Eaux pluviales, Ville d’Ottawa<br />
613-580-2424, poste 21447<br />
<a href="mailto:eric.harrold@ottawa.ca">eric.harrold@ottawa.ca</a></p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/granite-ridge-stormwater-pond-location.jpg" alt="Granite Ridge stormwater facility location map" /></p>
<p>The post <a href="https://glengower.ca/information/upcoming-granite-ridge-stormwater-pond-maintenance/">Upcoming Granite Ridge stormwater pond maintenance</a> appeared first on <a href="https://glengower.ca">Glen Gower | Councillor / Conseiller | Stittsville</a>.</p>
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		<title>Councillor Glen&#8217;s Weekly Video / May 23, 2026</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Good morning! Today I’m at Par-La-Ville Park in the Fairwinds neighbourhood. This week’s updates: Ottawa Race Weekend Queensway traffic School zone traffic calming “Slow Down for Us” signs Councillor Chat TODAY at Food Basics, 10am-12pm Monday: Health Care Equity in Action Tuesday: Stittsville North (W2) future neighbourhood open house Planning &#38; Housing Committee updates Development [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://glengower.ca/information/councillor-glens-weekly-video-may-23-2026/">Councillor Glen&#8217;s Weekly Video / May 23, 2026</a> appeared first on <a href="https://glengower.ca">Glen Gower | Councillor / Conseiller | Stittsville</a>.</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><b>Good morning! </b>Today I’m at Par-La-Ville Park in the Fairwinds neighbourhood.</p>
<p><b>This week’s updates:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Ottawa Race Weekend</li>
<li>Queensway traffic</li>
<li><a href="https://glengower.ca/information/proposed-speed-cushions-near-st-stephen-school-and-sacred-heart-high-school/">School zone traffic calming</a></li>
<li>“Slow Down for Us” signs</li>
<li>Councillor Chat TODAY at Food Basics, 10am-12pm</li>
<li>Monday: <a href="https://glengower.ca/events/speaker-series-ottawa-public-health-advancing-equity-diversity-and-inclusion/">Health Care Equity in Action</a></li>
<li>Tuesday: <a href="https://glengower.ca/development/may-26-stittsville-north-w2-future-neighbourhood-open-house-2/">Stittsville North (W2) future neighbourhood open house</a></li>
<li><a href="https://glengower.ca/development/">Planning &amp; Housing Committee updates</a></li>
<li>Development proposal &#8211; <a href="https://glengower.ca/development/6250-hazeldean-road-minor-zoning-by-law-amendment-and-site-plan-control-application/">KFC at Hazeldean and Carp</a></li>
<li>Cleaning the Capital &#8211; <a href="https://glengower.ca/community/cleaning-the-capital-stittsville-youth-art-showcase/">Youth Art Showcase on May 31</a></li>
<li>May 30-31: <a href="https://glengower.ca/information/giveaway-weekend-is-back/">Giveaway Weekend</a></li>
<li>June 20: <a href="https://glengower.ca/events/june-20-2026-welcome-to-stittsville-multicultural-festival/">Welcome to Stittsville Multicultural Festival</a></li>
<li>TODAY: <a href="https://glengower.ca/events/upcoming-events-in-around-stittsville/">Stittsville Goulbourn Horticultural Society Plant Sale</a></li>
<li>June is <a href="https://glengower.ca/events/june-is-lets-bike-month-in-ottawa/">Let’s Bike Month</a></li>
<li>Relay for Life fundraiser for the Canadian Cancer Society</li>
<li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/search/keyword/?q=%23supportlocalstittsville">#SupportLocalStittsville</a></li>
</ul>
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<p>Have an excellent week!</p>
<p><i>–Councillor Glen</i></p>
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		<title>Proposed &#8220;speed cushions&#8221; near St. Stephen School and Sacred Heart High School</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>La version française suit Last fall, the Ontario Government banned the use of Automated Speed Enforcement (speed cameras) anywhere in the province, including school zones. As a replacement, they’ve created a new “Road Safety Initiatives Fund (RSIF)” with $210-million for municipalities to increase road safety in school zones and community safety zones where cameras were [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://glengower.ca/information/proposed-speed-cushions-near-st-stephen-school-and-sacred-heart-high-school/">Proposed &#8220;speed cushions&#8221; near St. Stephen School and Sacred Heart High School</a> appeared first on <a href="https://glengower.ca">Glen Gower | Councillor / Conseiller | Stittsville</a>.</p>
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<p>Last fall, the Ontario Government <a href="https://glengower.ca/information/changes-coming-to-automated-speed-enforcement/">banned the use of Automated Speed Enforcement (speed cameras)</a> anywhere in the province, including school zones.</p>
<p>As a replacement, they’ve created a new <a href="https://news.ontario.ca/en/release/1006726/ontario-launching-road-safety-initiatives-fund">“Road Safety Initiatives Fund (RSIF)”</a> with $210-million for municipalities to increase road safety in school zones and community safety zones where cameras were previously located. Cities can apply to use this funding for things like speed bumps, raised crosswalks, roundabouts, and signage.</p>
<p>Ottawa has applied for funding to pay for safety infrastructure in several school zones across Ottawa.</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>St. Stephen Catholic School</strong> <em>(Stittsville Main Street in Jackson Trails)<br />
</em>Four sets of speed cushions on Stittsville Main Street Horseshoe Crescent and Hazeldean Road – see map below. (Speed cushions are a type of speed bumps that slow down most vehicles but allow larger vehicles like fire trucks to pass through without slowing.)<br />
A PXO (pedestrian crosswalk) at Stittsville Main and Bandelier</li>
<li><strong>Sacred Heart High School</strong><em> (Abbott Street)</em><br />
Four sets of speed cushions on Abbott Street, between Amy Street and Carbery Drive – see map below. (Speed cushions are a type of speed bumps that slow down most vehicles but allow larger vehicles like fire trucks to pass through without slowing.)</li>
<li><strong>Holy Spirit School</strong> <em>(Stittsville Main Street)<br />
</em>Thermoplastic pavement markings, speed display boards in both directions, and flashing beacons in both directions.</li>
<li><b>École Paul-Desmarais</b> <b> </b>(Abbott Street)<br />
Thermoplastic pavement markings, speed display boards in both directions, and flashing beacons in both directions.</li>
<li><b>École Saint-Jean-Paul II  </b>(Abbott Street)<br />
Upgrade of the pedestrian crossing at Abbott &amp; Tall Tree to a raised crossing.</li>
</ul>
<p>These locations are approximate and may be adjusted slightly if impacts are identified during the detailed design stage. Other site-specific constraints identified during detailed design may also affect the feasibility of the proposed measures. Timing of installation depends on when the provincial government approves Ottawa’s request for funding.</p>
<p><strong>We&#8217;d love to hear from you on this.</strong> Please <a href="https://glengower.ca/contact/">contact our office</a> with your feedback and questions. We’ll summarize any feedback received and share it with the City’s traffic staff.</p>
<p><strong>Please note: </strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Schools that did not have a speed cameras are not eligible for RSIF funding. However, there are temporary traffic calming measures planned for other locations this year, including speed display boards along Cope Drive at Shingwàkons Public School, St. Bernadette Catholic School, and Maplewood Secondary School.</li>
</ul>
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<div id="attachment_21206" style="width: 2157px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/E012-Abbott-St-RSIF-Conceptual-Plan-V2-scaled.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-21206" class="size-full wp-image-21206" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/E012-Abbott-St-RSIF-Conceptual-Plan-V2-scaled.jpg" alt="Sacred Heart High School - Abbott Street traffic calming" width="2147" height="1080" srcset="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/E012-Abbott-St-RSIF-Conceptual-Plan-V2-scaled.jpg 2147w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/E012-Abbott-St-RSIF-Conceptual-Plan-V2-1280x644.jpg 1280w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/E012-Abbott-St-RSIF-Conceptual-Plan-V2-980x493.jpg 980w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/E012-Abbott-St-RSIF-Conceptual-Plan-V2-480x242.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 2147px, 100vw" /></a><p id="caption-attachment-21206" class="wp-caption-text">Abbott Street near Sacred Heart High School (click for larger size)</p></div>
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<div id="attachment_21207" style="width: 2570px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/E021-Stittsville-Main-RSIF-Conceptual-V1-scaled.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-21207" class="size-full wp-image-21207" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/E021-Stittsville-Main-RSIF-Conceptual-V1-scaled.jpg" alt="St. Stephen Catholic School - Stittsville Main Street traffic calming" width="2560" height="1288" srcset="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/E021-Stittsville-Main-RSIF-Conceptual-V1-scaled.jpg 2560w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/E021-Stittsville-Main-RSIF-Conceptual-V1-1280x644.jpg 1280w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/E021-Stittsville-Main-RSIF-Conceptual-V1-980x493.jpg 980w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/E021-Stittsville-Main-RSIF-Conceptual-V1-480x242.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 2560px, 100vw" /></a><p id="caption-attachment-21207" class="wp-caption-text">Stittsville Main Street near St. Stephen Catholic School (click for larger size)</p></div>
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<h2>Des « coussins berlinois » proposés près de l’école St. Stephen et de Sacred Heart High School</h2>
<p>L’automne dernier, le gouvernement de l’Ontario <a href="https://glengower.ca/information/changes-coming-to-automated-speed-enforcement/">a interdit l’utilisation du contrôle automatisé de la vitesse (radars photographiques)</a> partout dans la province, y compris dans les zones scolaires.</p>
<p>En remplacement, un nouveau <a href="https://news.ontario.ca/fr/release/1006726/lontario-lance-le-fonds-pour-les-initiatives-en-matiere-de-securite-routiere">« Fonds d’aide aux initiatives pour la sécurité routière »</a> a été créé, avec 210 millions de dollars destinés aux municipalités afin d’accroître la sécurité routière dans les zones scolaires et les zones de sécurité communautaire où des caméras étaient auparavant installées. Les villes peuvent demander à utiliser ce financement pour des infrastructures comme les dos d’âne, les passages piétons surélevés, les ronds-points et la signalisation.</p>
<p>Ottawa a demandé des fonds pour financer les infrastructures de sécurité dans plusieurs zones scolaires dans toute la ville.</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>École catholique St. Stephen</strong><em> (rue Stittsville Main aux sentiers Jackson)<br />
</em>Quatre ensembles de coussins berlinois sur la rue Stittsville Main, le croissant Horseshoe et le chemin Hazeldean – voir la carte ci-dessous. (Les coussins berlinois sont un type de dos d’âne qui ralentissent la plupart des véhicules, mais permettent à des véhicules plus gros comme les camions de pompiers de passer sans ralentir.)<br />
Un passage pour piétons à l’angle de Stittsville Main et Bandelier</li>
<li><strong>Sacred Heart High School </strong><em>(rue Abbott)<br />
</em>Quatre ensembles de coussins berlinois sur la rue Abbott, entre la rue Amy et la promenade Carbery – voir la carte ci-dessous. (Les coussins berlinois sont un type de dos d’âne qui ralentissent la plupart des véhicules, mais permettent à des véhicules plus gros comme les camions de pompiers de passer sans ralentir.)</li>
<li><strong>École Holy Spirit</strong><em> (rue Stittsville Main)<br />
</em>Des marquages thermoplastiques pour la chaussée, des panneaux d’affichage de la vitesse dans les deux directions et des feux clignotants dans les deux directions.</li>
<li><strong>École Paul-Desmarais</strong> (rue Abbott)<br />
Des marquages thermoplastiques pour la chaussée, des panneaux d’affichage de la vitesse dans les deux directions, et des feux clignotants dans les deux directions.</li>
<li><strong>École Saint-Jean-Paul II </strong>(rue Abbott)<br />
Mise à niveau du passage pour piétons à l’angle de la rue Abbott et de la rue Tall Tree en un passage surélevé.</li>
</ul>
<p>Ces emplacements ne sont pas définitifs : ils peuvent être légèrement ajustés si l’on constate des répercussions négatives lors des études détaillées. D’autres contraintes propres au site, repérées lors de l’étude détaillée, peuvent également avoir une incidence sur la faisabilité des mesures proposées. Le calendrier de l’installation dépendra du moment où le gouvernement provincial approuvera la demande de financement d’Ottawa.</p>
<p><strong>Nous apprécierions d’avoir de vos nouvelles à ce sujet.</strong> Veuillez <a href="https://glengower.ca/contact/">communiquer avec notre bureau</a> pour faire part de votre rétroaction et de vos questions. Nous résumerons toute la rétroaction reçue et la transmettrons au personnel de la circulation de la Ville.</p>
<p><strong>Veuillez noter :</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Les écoles qui n’avaient pas de radars photographiques ne sont pas admissibles au financement du Fonds d’aide aux initiatives pour la sécurité routière. Cependant, des mesures temporaires de modération de la circulation sont prévues pour d’autres emplacements cette année, notamment des panneaux d’affichage de la vitesse le long de la promenade Cope à l’école publique Shingwàkons, à l’école catholique Sainte-Bernadette et à l’école secondaire Maplewood.</li>
</ul>
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<div id="attachment_21206" style="width: 2157px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/E012-Abbott-St-RSIF-Conceptual-Plan-V2-scaled.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-21206" class="size-full wp-image-21206" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/E012-Abbott-St-RSIF-Conceptual-Plan-V2-scaled.jpg" alt="Sacred Heart High School - Abbott Street traffic calming" width="2147" height="1080" srcset="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/E012-Abbott-St-RSIF-Conceptual-Plan-V2-scaled.jpg 2147w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/E012-Abbott-St-RSIF-Conceptual-Plan-V2-1280x644.jpg 1280w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/E012-Abbott-St-RSIF-Conceptual-Plan-V2-980x493.jpg 980w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/E012-Abbott-St-RSIF-Conceptual-Plan-V2-480x242.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 2147px, 100vw" /></a><p id="caption-attachment-21206" class="wp-caption-text">Rue Abbott près de la Sacred Heart High School (cliquez pour agrandir)</p></div>
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<div id="attachment_21207" style="width: 2157px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/E021-Stittsville-Main-RSIF-Conceptual-V1-scaled.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-21207" class="size-full wp-image-21207" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/E021-Stittsville-Main-RSIF-Conceptual-V1-scaled.jpg" alt="St. Stephen Catholic School - Stittsville Main Street traffic calming" width="2147" height="1080" srcset="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/E021-Stittsville-Main-RSIF-Conceptual-V1-scaled.jpg 2147w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/E021-Stittsville-Main-RSIF-Conceptual-V1-1280x644.jpg 1280w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/E021-Stittsville-Main-RSIF-Conceptual-V1-980x493.jpg 980w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/E021-Stittsville-Main-RSIF-Conceptual-V1-480x242.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 2147px, 100vw" /></a><p id="caption-attachment-21207" class="wp-caption-text">Rue Stittsville Main près de l’école catholique St. Stephen (cliquez pour agrandir)</p></div>
<p>The post <a href="https://glengower.ca/information/proposed-speed-cushions-near-st-stephen-school-and-sacred-heart-high-school/">Proposed &#8220;speed cushions&#8221; near St. Stephen School and Sacred Heart High School</a> appeared first on <a href="https://glengower.ca">Glen Gower | Councillor / Conseiller | Stittsville</a>.</p>
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		<title>Councillor Glen&#8217;s Weekly Newsletter: May 20, 2026</title>
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