by Glen Gower | Jul 9, 2026 | Development, Notebook
Some good news: Yesterday, Planning & Housing Committee rejected the proposal to add land west of Stittsville (along Fernbank Road) to the urban boundary. It still needs to go to City Council next week, and I’m confident they will reject it as well. Thank you to...
by Glen Gower | Jul 6, 2026 | Development, Notebook
Regional Group has submitted a Minor Zoning By-law Amendment application for 5100 Robert Grant Avenue, to remove a condition from the zoning requiring a 2,500 square meter landscaped central plaza, or a “Village Green” for the Fernbank area. Watch this...
by Glen Gower | Jul 2, 2026 | Information, Notebook
Originally published June 21, 2026 La version française suit In July and August, Ottawa youth ages 11-18 will be able to ride OC Transpo free of charge. This new program was approved by City Council back in December during our annual budget process but I feel like...
by Glen Gower | Jun 26, 2026 | Notebook
La version française suit On Wednesday, City Council unanimously approved my motion for a commemorative naming in honour of Collinda Joseph. Collinda is a Canadian Paralympic athlete who was a member of Canada’s wheelchair curling team that won bronze at the 2022...
by Glen Gower | Jun 26, 2026 | Notebook
La version française suit On Wednesday, City Council unanimously approved a motion I had introduced for a commemorative naming to honour the late Tysen Lefebvre. Tysen was an extraordinary young man whose courage and generosity inspired our entire community. Despite...
by Glen Gower | Jun 12, 2026 | Notebook
La version française suit Employee Recognition Month We started the meeting by recognizing and thanking the entire OC Transpo team for their commitment, service, and continued dedication to keeping Ottawa moving, as we celebrate Employee Recognition Month in June....