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		<title>Councillor Glen&#8217;s Weekly Newsletter: June 3, 2026</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Send your event info to glen.gower@ottawa.ca June 2026 June 1-30: Let&#8217;s Bike Month Organized by EnviroCentre, Let’s Bike Month encourages people to bike for transportation and track the environmental impact of cycling instead of driving! Whether you already bike everywhere or want to try for the very first time, everyone is welcome to join. Councillor [&#8230;]</p>
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<h2>June 2026</h2>
<p><strong>June 1-30: Let&#8217;s Bike Month<br />
</strong>Organized by EnviroCentre, Let’s Bike Month encourages people to bike for transportation and track the environmental impact of cycling instead of driving! Whether you already bike everywhere or want to try for the very first time, everyone is welcome to join. Councillor Glen is participating once again this year, and he’s set up a group for Stittsville residents. Go to <strong> <a href="https://app.letsbike.ca/t/6a0b7fc4c2945">letsbike.ca</a> </strong> to sign up, and join “Team Stittsville”. Logging your bike journeys throughout the month of June gives you the opportunity to win daily prizes donated by local businesses.</p>
<p><strong>June 6-7: Goulbourn Museum Doors Open<br />
</strong>Join the folks at the Goulbourn Museum (2064 Huntley Road) during this year’s Doors Open Ottawa from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for a special weekend celebrating local heritage, craftsmanship, and community connection. Talented members of Ottawa Olde Forge Rug Hooking will be demonstrating the timeless art of traditional rug hooking throughout the weekend. Watch beautiful textile works come to life, learn about the history behind this cherished craft, and connect with the artisans helping keep these traditions alive today. Visitors will also have the opportunity to explore the rich history of Goulbourn Township through stories, exhibits, and conversations with museum staff inside the historic Old Town Hall. Whether you are passionate about heritage arts, local history, or simply looking for a meaningful and inspiring outing, we invite you to spend the weekend with us celebrating the creativity and spirit of our community. Admission is free!</p>
<p><strong>June 6: Nannipat&#8217;s Lemonade Crusade</strong><br />
Everyone&#8217;s favourite lemonade stand is back for our 8th year! Having raised over $13,000 for the Ottawa Cancer Foundation since 2019, we hope you will join them once again to help more people! Come out and have some fresh lemonade, lunch from the BBQ and enjoy some time with friends and family while supporting the Ottawa Cancer Foundation. This event runs from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Fringewood Park, 38 Woodwind Cresent. The rain date is Saturday June 13. If you can&#8217;t make it out, please consider donating <a href="https://support.ottawacancer.ca/site/TR/Lemonade/Lemonade2026?pg=team&amp;team_id=1560&amp;fr_id=1160&amp;fbclid=IwY2xjawRxmUxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETEwZVBwYjRWV3dPZ2lmcnF2c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHtlC8n4iigC_EkJaN107VY4cmy3AlThB9KxsN_lvIyP7s7LhKrX_qQ-jdlM8_aem_XfBn9Xzneyo3d8XTSRVYfg">here</a></p>
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<p><strong>June 6: Sable Run Community Street Sale</strong><br />
Come out to the Community Street Sale on Sable Run in West Ridge, Stittsville. The sale will run from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 pm. with a rain date of June 7. This annual Street Sale features tons of collectables, antiques, kitchen decor, books, garden tools, jewelry and clothing. Walk the street and pick up bargains along the way. You name it, you&#8217;ll probably find it here!</p>
<p><strong>June 7: Douglas Sutherland&#8217;s Stittsville Art in the Park</strong><br />
Village Square Park will come alive on June 7 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for Douglas Sutherland’s Stittsville Art in the Park—an energetic, free, one‑day festival that unites our community in a vibrant celebration of creativity. This beloved annual event showcases an eclectic mix of local talent, from emerging young artists to seasoned creators, featuring stunning artwork, photography, handmade crafts, authors, artisans, delicious food trucks, and live youth entertainment. With family‑friendly and pet‑friendly activities, including a growing kids’ talent showcase, colourful street chalk art, expanded space along Abbott Street for artists and picnic seating, and a relaxed outdoor atmosphere, the festival draws record crowds each year. It strengthens community connections, supports local businesses, honours Stittsville tradition and founder Douglas Sutherland, and provides an essential platform for creators of all ages to share their craft and shine.</p>
<p><strong>June 9: K9 Summer Social</strong><br />
Have a doggone great time with your canine companions at this year&#8217;s summer social hosted by KPlayground! The event runs from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at 6977 Flewellyn Road in support of &#8220;For the Love of Dogs, Ottawa&#8221;. There will raffle baskets and even adoptable dogs onsite! Take a paws during your busy summer season and join us for a fun summer morning while helping to support rescue dogs. For further information, please visit, <a href="https://k9playground.ca/">k9playground.ca</a></p>
<p><strong>June 12: Discover your ward by bike!<br />
</strong>A FREE, in-person workshop which will take a small group on a guided bike ride around Stittsville Ward on June 12 at 1:00 p.m., leaving from Rouncey Park. Along the way we will stop at different pieces of cycling infrastructure and points of interest and learn all the skills to start planning your own route around your neighbourhood. This ride will cover approximately 5.5 km at a slow pace and will make use of a combination of separated cycling infrastructure, on-road cycling infrastructure, and residential streets. The ride route is fairly flat, though there may be some small hills. Participants will need to bring their own bikes and helmets and will be asked to sign a waiver prior to participation. Register now to reserve your spot: <a href="https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/discover-your-ward-by-bike-stittsville-tickets-1988908309293">here</a></p>
<p><strong>June 13: Street Naming Ceremony and Party in the Park<br />
</strong>Celebrate the official street naming of Roger Griffiths Avenue with a special ceremony at 11:00 a.m. featuring remarks from Councillor Glen Gower, and members of the Griffiths Family. The ceremony will be held at Maize Park, located at the corner of Maize Street and Holstein Road. Following the ceremony, stay for the Party in the Park which will run until 2:00 p.m. and enjoy complimentary food and refreshments, family friendly activities and entertainment, as well as an opportunity to meet and connect with neighbours in the community. Join us for this community celebration! We look forward to seeing you there!</p>
<p><strong>June 13: Stittsville District Lions Club – Community BBQ </strong><br />
Stittsville District Lions Club Community BBQ is a fun, family‑friendly gathering open to everyone! Enjoy delicious barbecue while the kids take part in games, mini pony rides and activities designed just for them. This event is more than just a great afternoon out; it’s an opportunity to bring neighbours together, strengthen community spirit, and support those who need it most. Come connect with friends old and new at the Stittsville District Lions Club, 1339 Stittsville Main Street, from 13:00 p.m to 9:00 p.m. We can’t wait to see you there!</p>
<p><strong>June 14: Meet Me at the Jukebox</strong><br />
The Concert Band of Kanata brings together more than 60 musicians from across the Ottawa region to celebrate the joy of live concert band music. This concert shines a special spotlight on Canadian composer and arranger Robert (Bob) Buckley, whose music has delighted audiences around the world. In addition to performing several of his best known works, the band will present the world premiere of Jukebox!, a new piece commissioned by CBoK, with Bob Buckley himself in attendance for the occasion. This concert starts at 3:00 p.m. at the Meridian Theatre, 101 Centrepointe Drive.  Tickets are $20.00 per person. For further information, please visit, <a href="https://meridiancentrepointe.com/en/meet-me-at-jukebox">Meet Me at the Jukebox</a></p>
<p><strong>June 18: Stittsville Front Porch Concerts</strong><br />
This year, the Stittsville Front Porch Concerts will be held on June 18 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., with a rain date of June 25th. Neighbours are encouraged to perform live music from their front porch, garage, driveway or whatever to fill the streets with life and song. The event collects donations for local organizations that support mental health in the community. <a href="https://stittsvillefrontporchconcerts.weebly.com/">More information&#8230;</a></p>
<p><strong>June 20, 2026: Welcome to Stittsville Multicultural Festival<br />
</strong>This year’s event will be held on Saturday, June 20 from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Village Square Park (6000 Abbott Street, corner of Abbott and Stittsville Main). The event is free! The festival showcases Stittsville’s diversity, welcoming newcomers, and promoting new connections with residents. Hundreds of people attended the event last year, and we are looking forward to welcoming even more this year! There are dozens of performers, exhibitors, food vendors, and community organizations. Get your event passport stamped for a chance to win prizes. Admission is FREE and there are activities for all ages. <a href="https://glengower.ca/events/june-20-2026-welcome-to-stittsville-multicultural-festival/">More information&#8230;</a></p>
<p><strong>June 20: Pollinator Appreciation Day</strong><br />
Come celebrate Pollinator Appreciation Day this year by planting a tree! So many pollinators depend on trees for nectar in the spring to food for caterpillars in the summer and protection in the winter.  Join scientists who study pollinators and learn from tree experts at the Fletcher Wildlife Gardern just south of the Arboretum, on Prince of Wales Drive from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Buy a native tree or win one in the free lottery! For further information, please visit <a href="https://wildpollinators-pollinisateurssauvages.ca/">Wild Pollinator Partners | WPP-PPS Network</a>.</p>
<p><strong>June 21: No More Silent Battles</strong><br />
You are invited to attend a screening of the powerful documentary that shines a light on the growing crisis of dementia care in Canada. This showing will be held at the Stittsville Branch of the Ottawa Public Library, 1637 Stittsville Main Street. The documentary follows the deeply personal journeys of four families as they navigate a bureaucratic and confusing home care system. It exposes the silent battles that caregivers must wage to get the help they need. Following the viewing, we will welcome Dr. Jenny Ingram &#8211; Director/Producer for a virtual Q&amp;A. Dr. Ingram is a widely respected medical specialist and has been a trailblazer in Geriatric Medicine and seniors’ care throughout her career. The event runs from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 and registration is required. For further information, please visit, <a href="https://booking.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/event/no-more-silent-battles-documentary-screening-and-qa-dr-jenny-ingram">here</a></p>
<p><strong>June 21: Protecting Your PC</strong><br />
Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users&#8217; Group (OPCUG) will show you the simple steps you need to keep your PC safe from hacking, viruses and phishing attacks. And best of all, it can all be done for free! THis event will be held at the Stittsville Branch of the Ottawa Public Library, 1637 Stittsville Main Street. from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Registration is required. For more information, and to register, please visit, <a href="https://booking.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/event/protecting-your-pc-23"><strong>Protecting Your PC</strong></a></p>
<p><strong>June 24: Band Showcase</strong><br />
Come out and enjoy the first Band Showcase at the Space and Time Studio, 5977 Hazeldean Road, featuring a wide variety of local talent as they perform for you. There is a full roster line up with plenty of parking, seating, light refreshments available, and most importantly &#8211; some wonderful music. They will soon be launching a regular open stage/open mic series for future events. For further information, please visit, <a href="https://spaceandtimestudios.ca/">Space and Time | Rehearsal Studios</a></p>
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<p><em>*Note: During the holidays, schedules for weekly events are subject to change. Check with the event organizers for more information.</em></p>
<p><strong>Every Sunday: Market @ The Barn<br />
</strong>We’re back for the 2026 season! Fresh coffee, homemade pizza, fresh sourdough bread, baked treats, artisan goods, pastured meats, bath &amp; body products… all brought to you by incredible local vendors who pour their heart into what they do. Add in live music and fresh and air you’ve got your new favourite weekend routine for the season. We can’t wait to welcome you back. 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 6154 Abbott Street East. Rain or shine. Pet friendly. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/themarketatthebarn">More info.</a></p>
<p><strong>Every Saturday: Ottawa-Carleton Trailway parkrun (<em>depending on the weather &amp; trail conditions</em>)</strong><br />
The Ottawa-Carleton Trailway parkrun starts on the Trans Canada Trail by the dog park pathway entrance near Shea and Granite Ridge, and will run along Robert Grant to Bobolink and back. There are no road crossings on the route. This is a 5km run suitable for all ability levels. The event runs every Saturday at 9:00 a.m. For further information, please visit<a href="https://www.parkrun.ca/"> parkrun Canada</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Every Wednesday: Euchre @ Stittsville United Church</strong><br />
Enjoy an afternoon of euchre with fun, fellowship and refreshments sponsored by the United Church Women, held each Wednesday afternoon from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the Lower Hall at Stittsville United Church, 6255 Fernbank Road. Proceeds from this event are used to support various charities in our area. Everyone welcome. For further information, please contact <a href="mailto:blamb05@sympatico.ca">blamb05@sympatico.ca</a></p>
<p><strong>Every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday: St. Thomas Clothing Drop-Off</strong><br />
St. Thomas Anglican Church, located at 1619 Stittsville Main, accepts gently used clothing, footwear, bedding and towels every Monday through Thursday from 1:30 p.m. to 4:40 p.m. Please do not leave clothing after these hours. They will accept clothing with no holes, rips, or pet hair and take all sizes, shoes, boots and outerwear. If you would like to volunteer with set-up, sorting or takedown, please call 613-836-5741. Please note, Food bank members get first day, and then it is open to the public. All proceeds go to the Stittsville Food Bank.</p>
<p><b>Mondays until June 8: Creative Writing Program for Teens</b><br />
This program is hosted by the Stittsville Creative Writing Group at the Stittsville branch of the Ottawa Public Library, 1637 Stittsville Main, and led by an adult group member. Participants, ages 13-17, meet on the second Monday of the month for a series of lectures, activities, and writing exercises.  It&#8217;s an extension of the existing adult writing group with the goal of fostering creativity and literacy in the next generation, and inspiring future writers. <a href="https://booking.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/event/creative-writing-program-teens">Registration required.  Mondays, Feb 09, 2026 &#8211; Jun 08, 2026 &#8211; 6:30 p.m.</a></p>
<p><strong>June 1- August 31: Lemonade Standemonium</strong><br />
Lemonade Standemonium 2026, is a community- and youth-driven fundraising initiative taking place across Ottawa this summer in support of the Ottawa Cancer Foundation. From June 1 through August 31, residents, families, and community groups are invited to host lemonade stands, with 100% of proceeds directly supporting free programs and services for individuals and families impacted by cancer in our region. This initiative provides an accessible and meaningful opportunity for residents—particularly young people—to engage in community-building while contributing to a cause that affects so many in Ottawa. Importantly, all funds raised remain local, ensuring a direct and tangible impact within our community. For more information, please take a look at the <a href="https://support.ottawacancer.ca/site/TR?fr_id=1160&amp;pg=entry">website!</a></p>
<p><strong>Ongoing: West Side Pride Vendor Registration</strong><br />
Vendor registration for the 2026 West Side Pride Community Fair is now open! Please fill out the <a href="https://forms.gle/z7GWTrsQVknAhZ5n9">Vendor Application Form</a> to apply for a space in the Community Fair and please also take the time to review the important information for vendors in the <a href="https://westsidepride.ca/docs/2026%20West%20Side%20Pride%20Community%20Fair%20Information.pdf">Community Fair Handbook</a> including vendor classifications, vendor fee pricings, and the rules and expectations for vendors on site at the event. Both of these can also be found and accessed on this <a href="https://westsidepride.ca/community-fair.html">website</a>.  This year&#8217;s festival will again be at Alexander Grove Park 10 Warner-Colpitts on Saturday, July 25 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Community Fair is a great opportunity to show your support and solidarity and to engage and promote yourselves with our local 2SLGBTQIA+ community and the local community at large. Last year&#8217;s festival was a great success with more than 40 vendors participating!</p>
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<h2>July 2026</h2>
<p><strong>July 1: Stittsville Canada Day Celebrations</strong><br />
Join the Stittsville Legion for its annual Canada Day celebration as we mark Canada’s national day and reflect on our country’s history, diversity, culture, and shared sense of pride. The day will feature a full schedule of Canada Day festivities and is a great opportunity to come together as a community. This event runs from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Stittsville Legion location at 1481 Stittsville Main Street,</p>
<p><strong>July 1: Stittsville Canada Day Car Show</strong><br />
Rev up your Canada Day in Stittsville! Come check out an exciting lineup of classic and custom cars, browse unique finds from local vendors and artisans, and try your luck with 50/50 draws and more! There’s something for everyone to enjoy. Bring your friends, family, and your Canada Day spirit — we’d love to see you there! For more details:<a href="mailto:Stittsvillemarkets@gmail.com"> please email </a></p>
<p><strong>July 4: Planner and Journaling Meetup</strong><br />
If you love journalling, bullet journalling, art journalling, or doodling in planners, come meet like-minded folks at the Stittsville branch of the Ottawa Public Library, 1637 Stittsville Main Street! Bring your own notebooks and any of your own stationery. Some supplies (like stationery, art supplies, stickers, washi tape, etc.) will be provided. This event runs from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Registration is required. For further information and to register, please visit, <a href="https://booking.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/event/planner-and-journal-meet-0" data-outlook-id="bccd5b69-77e3-4f43-8c35-f33d1f5fe963"><strong>Planner and Journal Meet-up</strong></a></p>
<p><strong>July 18: Cricket Festival at Bradley Craig Park</strong><br />
The Stittsville Cricket Club is excited to invite the community to a vibrant Cricket Festival at Bradley Craig Park, bringing neighbours together for a fun, welcoming day celebrating the sport of cricket. This family‑friendly event aims to strengthen community connections while introducing residents of all ages to one of the world’s most popular sports through demonstrations, hands‑on activities, and opportunities to learn and play. Whether you’re a seasoned player or brand new to the game, the festival promises an enjoyable way to get active, meet new people, and experience something new. Join neighbours at Bradley Craig Park for a day of cricket, community spirit, and healthy outdoor fun!</p>
<p><strong>July 25: West Side Pride Festival</strong><br />
This year&#8217;s West Side Pride Festival will run from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Alexander Grove Park, 10 Warner-Colpitts Ln. If you&#8217;re interested or would like to participate as a vendor in this year&#8217;s Community Fair, please be sure to leave the date open on your calendar. It&#8217;s a great opportunity to show your support for and promote yourselves to our local LGBTQ2S+ community! For further information, please visit, <a href="https://westsidepride.ca/">West Side Pride</a></p>
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<h2>August 2026</h2>
<p><strong>August 8: SVA Music and Movies in the Park, Stittsville Village Square</strong><br />
Get ready for a magical summer evening at Music and Movies in the Park at Stittsville Village Square, hosted by the Stittsville Village Association. This all‑ages community celebration brings local talent to the center stage, featuring performances from homegrown musicians followed by a film. Starting at 5:00 p.m., it’s the perfect chance to gather with friends, family, and neighbours, and enjoy the lively atmosphere. Come out and experience a fun, vibrant night that showcases the creativity, spirit, and togetherness of our community!</p>
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<p><strong>Stittsville Pathfinder Girl Guides and Venture Scouts &#8211; Poole Creek Invasive Species Clean Up and Health Monitoring</strong><br />
This spring, youth and leaders from the Stittsville Pathfinder Girl Guides and Venture Scouts will unite for a hands‑on environmental stewardship day at the Poole Creek Wetland, working together to protect one of the community’s most treasured natural spaces. Guided by expert naturalists from the Ottawa Stewardship Council and the Friends of the Stittsville Wetlands, participants will learn to identify and remove invasive plant species while gaining practical insight into wetland ecology and conservation. Youth will also collect biodiversity data using the iNaturalist platform, contributing meaningful citizen‑science information to help monitor the health of the ecosystem. This immersive experience not only improves habitat quality and supports long‑term ecological resilience but also cultivates environmental leadership, scientific literacy, and a deeper sense of civic responsibility among the next generation of Stittsville community stewards.</p>
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		<title>Committee recommends City join Clean Fuel Regulations Program</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>La version française suit The Finance and Corporate Services Committee approved the City joining the federal Clean Fuel Regulations Program. The program allows municipalities to generate and sell compliance credits based on verified clean energy supplied to transportation uses that displace fossil fuels. In this program, the City will sell credits from the Zero‑Emission Bus Program (ZEB) and reinvest [&#8230;]</p>
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<p><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">The Finance and Corporate Services Committee approved the City joining the federal </span><a class="ext" href="https://pub-ottawa.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=1ae08901-ee70-4d0e-abb4-808b4f7c7ca7&amp;Agenda=Agenda&amp;lang=English&amp;Item=28&amp;Tab=attachments" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-extlink=""><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">Clean Fuel Regulations Program.</span></a><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA"> The program allows municipalities to generate and sell compliance credits based on verified clean energy supplied to transportation uses that displace fossil fuels. In this program, the City will sell credits from the Zero‑Emission Bus Program (ZEB) </span>and reinvest the revenue in future electric buses.</p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">Under the regulations, one credit equals one tonne of emissions reduced. Phase 1 of the ZEB program  aims to replace 350 diesel buses with electric buses by 2027, with each bus reducing about 77 tonnes of emissions per year. If the ZEB program is registered in the Clean Fuel Regulations market in July of this year, the credits could generate revenues estimated at $1.3 million in 2026, increasing to approximately $3.9 million by 2027, and reaching about $4.3 million annually at full deployment at 350 buses.</span></p>
<p>To participate, the City would need a qualified third-party service provider <span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">to meet administrative, reporting, and verification requirements under the regulations. The service provider would be responsible for federal compliance functions, while the City would retain oversight and decision-making authority related to participation and revenue use. These services are typically paid for through either a percentage of revenue or a fixed fee.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">The City may also pursue additional programs in the Clean Fuel Regulations market and generate incremental revenues to further fund emission-reduction initiatives. Future revenue opportunities could include municipal fleet electrification, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, and biogas production.</span></p>
<p><strong>Committee endorses Long Range Financial Plan for tax-supported capital </strong></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">The Committee approved a new </span><a class="ext" href="https://pub-ottawa.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=1ae08901-ee70-4d0e-abb4-808b4f7c7ca7&amp;Agenda=Agenda&amp;lang=English&amp;Item=25&amp;Tab=attachments" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-extlink=""><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-US">Tax Long Range Financial Plan</span></a> (LRFP) which provides a ten-year outlook for the city-wide tax-supported capital requirements to deliver City infrastructure. It outlines how the City will fund the renewal and maintenance of its assets to keep them safe and functional.</p>
<p>In June 2025, Council approved asset management plans that identified a $10.8 billion funding gap over 10 years. For tax-supported services, the gap was $3.8 billion. After a prioritization exercise, this was reduced to $1.23 billion in 2026 dollars.</p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">To address this funding gap, the City will:</span></p>
<ul>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">Double the annual contribution increase to capital from $6 million to $12 million. Of this, $4.5 million will fund $60 million in additional debt in both 2027 and 2028.</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">Direct 0.15 per cent of property tax growth revenues to capital growth projects annually, estimated at $3.5 million.</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">Approve a one-time draw from the Capital Reserve, estimated at $32 million.</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">Starting in 2029 until 2035 (to be reviewed as part of the 2028 Tax LRFP):</span>
<ul>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">Increase annual debt to an annual average of $96.5 million, $36.5 million more than today.</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">Contribute an estimated $29.2 million annually from 2029 to 2030 and $23.4 million annually from 2031 to 2035 from an increase in the base budget.</span></li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">For facility replacements, the City will reinvest savings from facility rationalizations and revenue generated from facility disposals into capital projects identified in the Facility Replacement Plan.</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">It would also increase the debt servicing budget for tax-supported debt by $14.2 million by 2035 –  $2.6 million annually from 2027 to 2030 and $0.7 million annually from 2031 to 2035 –  to fund $231 million in new facilities.</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">For climate change enhancements, the City will create a new reserve fund for infrastructure capital projects using:</span>
<ul>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">Revenue from the annual Hydro Ottawa dividend that exceeds its budgeted contribution</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">Tangible operating and capital savings from climate change investments</span></li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">Over the next two years, staff will be reviewing financial and non-financial options to address the funding gap for service enhancements, including new revenue sources and policy changes.</span></p>
<p><strong>Committee receives Q1 budget status update</strong></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">The Committee also received an update on the City’s first quarter </span><a class="ext" href="https://pub-ottawa.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=1ae08901-ee70-4d0e-abb4-808b4f7c7ca7&amp;Agenda=Agenda&amp;lang=English&amp;Item=24&amp;Tab=attachments" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-extlink=""><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">Tax, Transit and Rate Supported Programs Operating and Capital Budget Status</span></a><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">. The City is projecting a deficit of $28.75 million for the first quarter, driven mainly by higher than expected costs for winter operations and a $7.16-million deficit in Transit Services. Mitigation measures, including a discretionary spending freeze and a pause in non-essential hiring, remain in place to manage the financial impact of these unforeseen pressures. </span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">The Q2 Status Report will provide a clearer picture of the City’s financial position and will include a forecast to the end of the year.</span></p>
<p><strong>Committee approves request for additional funding for the Ᾱdisōke project</strong></p>
<p>The Committee received an update on the <a class="ext" href="https://pub-ottawa.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=1ae08901-ee70-4d0e-abb4-808b4f7c7ca7&amp;Agenda=Agenda&amp;lang=English&amp;Item=44&amp;Tab=attachments" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-extlink=""><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-US">progress of Ādisōke</span></a>, a shared facility in partnership with Library and Archives Canada and the Ottawa Public Library. The report provided an update on the project schedule <span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">and a request for additional budget authority to maintain project oversight and top-up the construction contingency.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">While steady construction progress has continued at Ādisōke, and the project is now approximately 85% complete, the contractor has communicated further delays since the last update to Council. Staff are closely monitoring progress and maintaining enhanced oversight.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">The request for additional funding is focused on two primary components: continued project oversight and supporting services to maintain continuity of the project team, and a construction contingency top-up. The total funding request is $18.5 million and is shared between the City, </span>Library and Archives Canada and the Ottawa Public Library,<span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA"> in accordance with the Ādisōke Governance Agreement.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">Schedule and budget oversight on this project remain a top priority with rigorous and enhanced risk monitoring and management.</span></p>
<p><strong>Committee approves procurement process for new west-end paramedic facility</strong></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">The Committee recommended a three‑stage competitive procurement process for a new west-end </span><a class="ext" href="https://pub-ottawa.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=1ae08901-ee70-4d0e-abb4-808b4f7c7ca7&amp;Agenda=Agenda&amp;lang=English&amp;Item=27&amp;Tab=attachments" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-extlink=""><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">paramedic deployment facility</span></a><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA"> at 4061 Strandherd Drive. The process would include:</span></p>
<ul>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">A request for qualifications</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">A request for proposals</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">A negotiation and agreement stage</span></li>
</ul>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">The approach follows established procurement practices and will help ensure a fair, open and competitive process that delivers value for money.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">The City will use this project to test new approaches that maximize opportunities for local and equity denied labour in addition to training and apprenticeship programs. The City will work with the Building Trades Council and other industry partners to develop these new procurement approaches.</span></p>
<p><strong>Committee updates <span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">Municipal Housing Facility By-law to encourage more affordable housing</span></strong></p>
<p>The Committee approved <span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">updates to the </span><a class="ext" href="https://pub-ottawa.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=1ae08901-ee70-4d0e-abb4-808b4f7c7ca7&amp;Agenda=Agenda&amp;lang=English&amp;Item=40&amp;Tab=attachments" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-extlink=""><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">Municipal Housing Facility By-law</span></a><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA"> to incorporate the City’s new definition of affordability adopted in the Council-approved 10-Year Housing and Homelessness Plan refresh, adjust eligibility criteria related to tenant selection, and implement minor administrative updates. With these updates, more non-profit affordable units will be eligible for property tax exemptions through the By-law.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">Property taxes are among the largest operating costs for these providers. Updates to the By-law</span> respond to feedback from the <span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">community </span>housing sector about current challenges and <span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">will enable more mixed rent models to support increased financial viability and deeper affordability. Adjustments to the tenant selection criteria in the By-Law will better align with what households on the Affordable Housing Wait List can afford.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">A projected maximum of 4,500 existing not-for-profit units could qualify, along with a potential for 500 newly developed affordable units each year. Qualifying units will enter into agreements with the City to receive a minimum 20-year exemption from both municipal and education property taxes. Housing providers will be required to reinvest their property tax savings into expanding their affordable housing portfolios, paying for capital repairs, or offering deeper affordability.</span></p>
<p>Additional City lands approved for housing development</p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">The Committee approved declaring two City-owned </span><a class="ext" href="https://pub-ottawa.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=1ae08901-ee70-4d0e-abb4-808b4f7c7ca7&amp;Agenda=Agenda&amp;lang=English&amp;Item=35&amp;Tab=attachments" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-extlink=""><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">properties as surplus</span></a><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA"> for housing development: 574 Bank Street and a portion of 1770 Heatherington Road not previously declared surplus. It also approved transferring five properties for nominal value to select non-profit housing providers: 574 Bank Street, 1770 Heatherington Road, a portion of 1824 Trim Road, 306 Cyr Avenue, and 2548 Cléroux Crescent.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">The Committee also approved declaring </span><a class="ext" href="https://pub-ottawa.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=1ae08901-ee70-4d0e-abb4-808b4f7c7ca7&amp;Agenda=Agenda&amp;lang=English&amp;Item=39&amp;Tab=attachments" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-extlink=""><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">1601 Prince of Wales Drive</span></a><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA"> as surplus and waiving requirements of the City’s Real Property Disposal Policy to allow its sale to Carillon Co-operative Housing Incorporated.</span></p>
<p><strong>More businesses to benefit from new Cyrville BIA and Preston Street BIA expansion </strong></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">The Committee approved an expansion for the </span><a class="ext" href="https://pub-ottawa.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=1ae08901-ee70-4d0e-abb4-808b4f7c7ca7&amp;Agenda=Agenda&amp;lang=English&amp;Item=41&amp;Tab=attachments" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-extlink=""><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">Preston Street Business Improvement Area</span></a><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA"> (BIA). It would extend north to City Centre, east to parts of Lebreton and Booth streets, and west past Champagne Avenue South. It also approved forming a new </span><a class="ext" href="https://pub-ottawa.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=1ae08901-ee70-4d0e-abb4-808b4f7c7ca7&amp;Agenda=Agenda&amp;lang=English&amp;Item=42&amp;Tab=attachments" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-extlink=""><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">Cyrville Business Improvement Area</span></a><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">. </span>The new area would cover Cyrville Road and surrounding streets, from Donald Street in the north, to just south of Innes Road, and west to St. Laurent Boulevard.</p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">If approved by Council, the City Clerk would send out a notice of intention to expand the Preston Street BIA and create the Cyrville BIA. Affected property owners in both areas must, within 30 days of notice, provide a copy to each tenant who pays all or part of the property taxes. </span>Council would not pass the by-law if enough written objections were submitted<span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA"> within 60 days. Objections must represent:</span></p>
<ul>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">At least one-third of the total number of persons entitled to notice, and</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">At least one-third of the annual municipal property taxes in the affected business property classes.</span></li>
</ul>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="EN-CA">City Council will consider the recommendations from today’s meeting on Wednesday, June 10.</span></p>
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<h2 class="page-title"><span class="field field--name-title field--type-string field--label-hidden">Le Comité recommande à la Ville de se joindre au Programme en vertu du Règlement sur les combustibles propres</span></h2>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Le Comité des finances et des services organisationnels a approuvé la participation de la Ville au </span><a class="ext" href="https://pub-ottawa.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=1ae08901-ee70-4d0e-abb4-808b4f7c7ca7&amp;Agenda=Agenda&amp;lang=French&amp;Item=28&amp;Tab=attachments" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-extlink=""><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Programme en vertu du </span><em><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Règlement sur les combustibles propres</span></em></a><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">. Le programme permet aux municipalités de créer et de vendre des unités de conformité fondées sur une énergie propre vérifiée utilisée à des fins de transport qui remplacent les combustibles fossiles. Dans le cadre de ce programme, la Ville vendra des unités liées au Programme des autobus à émission zéro et réinvestira les revenus dans les futurs autobus électriques.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">En vertu du Règlement, une unité équivaut à une réduction d’une tonne d’émissions. La phase 1 du Programme des autobus à émission zéro vise à remplacer 350 autobus au diesel par des autobus électriques d’ici 2027, chaque autobus permettant la réduction d’environ 77 tonnes d’émissions par an. Si le Programme des autobus à émission zéro est enregistré sur le marché du </span><em><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Règlement sur les combustibles propres</span></em><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA"> en juillet de cette année, les unités pourraient générer des revenus estimés à 1,3 million de dollars en 2026, qui passeront à environ 3,9 millions de dollars en 2027 et atteindront environ 4,3 millions de dollars par année après le déploiement complet des 350 autobus.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Pour participer, la Ville aurait besoin d’un tiers fournisseur de services qualifié pour satisfaire aux exigences administratives, de production de rapports et de vérification prévues par le Règlement. Le fournisseur de services serait responsable des fonctions fédérales de conformité, tandis que la Ville conserverait le pouvoir de surveillance et de prise de décisions en matière de participation et d’utilisation des recettes. Ces services sont généralement payés soit par un pourcentage des recettes, soit par une redevance fixe.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">La Ville peut également participer à d’autres programmes sur le marché du </span><em><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Règlement sur les carburants propres</span></em><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA"> et générer des revenus supplémentaires pour financer d’autres initiatives de réduction des émissions. Les occasions de revenus futures pourraient inclure l’électrification du parc de véhicules municipaux, l’infrastructure de recharge des véhicules électriques et la production de biogaz.</span></p>
<p><strong><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Le Comité approuve le Plan financier à long terme pour les immobilisations financées par les taxes</span></strong></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Le Comité a approuvé un nouveau </span><a class="ext" href="https://pub-ottawa.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=1ae08901-ee70-4d0e-abb4-808b4f7c7ca7&amp;Agenda=Agenda&amp;lang=French&amp;Item=25&amp;Tab=attachments" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-extlink=""><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Plan financier à long terme – immobilisations financées par les taxes</span></a><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA"> qui présente une projection sur 10 ans des besoins en immobilisations financés par les taxes à l’échelle de la ville pour soutenir les infrastructures municipales. Il met l’accent sur les stratégies de financement de la Ville nécessaires pour assurer le renouvellement et l’entretien de ses actifs afin de les maintenir dans un état sûr et fonctionnel.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">En juin 2025, le Conseil a approuvé les plans de gestion des actifs qui ont mis en évidence un écart de financement de 10,8 milliards de dollars sur 10 ans. Pour les services financés par les recettes fiscales, l’écart était de 3,8 milliards de dollars. Un exercice de hiérarchisation a permis de réduire ce montant à 1,23 milliard de dollars en 2026.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Pour combler ce déficit de financement, la Ville mettra en œuvre les mesures suivantes :</span></p>
<ul>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Doubler la contribution annuelle aux immobilisations de 6 millions de dollars pour la porter à 12 millions de dollars. De ce montant, 4,5 millions seront affectés au service de la dette afin de financer 60 millions de dollars de dette supplémentaire en 2027 et 2028.</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Affecter 0,15 pour cent de la croissance des recettes fiscales foncières à des projets favorisant la croissance des immobilisations, soit environ 3,5 millions de dollars par an.</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Approuver un prélèvement unique sur le fonds de réserve pour immobilisations, estimé à 32 millions de dollars.</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">De 2029 à 2035 (à examiner dans le cadre du PFLT financé par les recettes fiscales de 2028) :</span>
<ul>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Augmenter le plafond annuel d’endettement à 96,5 millions de dollars en moyenne, soit 36,5 millions de plus qu’aujourd’hui.</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Verser environ 29,2 millions de dollars par an, de 2029 à 2030, et 23,4 millions de dollars par an, de 2031 à 2035, provenant d’une augmentation du budget de base.</span></li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">En ce qui concerne le remplacement des installations, la Ville réinvestira les économies réalisées grâce à la rationalisation des installations et les recettes générées par la cession d’installations dans des projets d’immobilisations indiqués dans le Plan de remplacement des installations.</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Elle augmenterait également le budget de remboursement de la dette financée par les recettes fiscales de 14,2 millions de dollars d’ici 2035; de 2,6 millions de dollars par année de 2027 à 2030 et de 0,7 million de dollars par année de 2031 à 2035 – pour financer de nouvelles installations à hauteur de 231 millions de dollars.</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Pour les améliorations liées aux changements climatiques, la Ville créera un nouveau fonds de réserve pour les projets d’investissement dans les infrastructures en utilisant :</span>
<ul>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">les recettes provenant du dividende annuel d’Hydro Ottawa qui dépassent sa contribution prévue;</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">les économies tangibles réalisées au niveau de l’exploitation et des immobilisations grâce aux investissements liés au changement climatique.</span></li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Au cours des deux prochaines années, le personnel examinera les options financières et non financières visant à combler le déficit de financement pour l’amélioration des services, y compris de nouvelles sources de recettes et des changements de politique.</span></p>
<p><strong><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Le Comité reçoit un rapport d’étape du T1 sur le budget</span></strong></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Le Comité a également reçu le </span><a class="ext" href="https://pub-ottawa.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=1ae08901-ee70-4d0e-abb4-808b4f7c7ca7&amp;Agenda=Agenda&amp;lang=French&amp;Item=24&amp;Tab=attachments" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-extlink=""><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Rapport d’étape du T1 2026 sur le budget de fonctionnement et des immobilisations pour les programmes financés par les recettes fiscales, le transport en commun et les redevances</span></a><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA"> de la Ville. La Ville prévoit un déficit de 28,75 millions de dollars pour le premier trimestre, principalement attribuable à des coûts plus élevés que prévu pour les opérations hivernales et à un déficit de 7,16 millions de dollars pour les Services de transport en commun. Des mesures d’atténuation, notamment un gel discrétionnaire des dépenses et une pause dans l’embauche non essentielle, demeurent en place pour gérer les répercussions financières de ces pressions imprévues. Le rapport d’étape du T2 fournira une image plus claire de la situation financière de la Ville et comprendra des prévisions jusqu’à la fin de l’année.</span></p>
<p><strong><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Le Comité approuve la demande de financement supplémentaire pour le projet Ᾱdisōke</span></strong></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Le Comité a reçu une mise à jour sur les </span><a class="ext" href="https://pub-ottawa.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=1ae08901-ee70-4d0e-abb4-808b4f7c7ca7&amp;Agenda=Agenda&amp;lang=French&amp;Item=44&amp;Tab=attachments" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-extlink=""><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">progrès du projet Ādisōke</span></a><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">, une installation partagée en partenariat avec Bibliothèque et Archives Canada et la Bibliothèque publique d’Ottawa. Le rapport contenait une mise à jour du calendrier du projet et une demande d’autorisation budgétaire supplémentaire pour la surveillance continue du projet et le complément pour les imprévus de construction.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Bien que les travaux de construction continuent de progresser de façon régulière à Ādisōke et que le projet soit maintenant achevé à environ 85 %, l’entrepreneur a signalé d’autres retards depuis la dernière mise à jour communiquée au Conseil. Le personnel suit de près l’état d’avancement et continue d’exercer une surveillance accrue.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">La demande de financement supplémentaire est composée de deux volets principaux : la surveillance continue du projet et les services de soutien nécessaires pour maintenir la continuité de l’équipe de projet, et un complément pour les imprévus de construction. La demande de financement totale se chiffre à 18,5 millions de dollars et est partagée entre la Ville, Bibliothèque et Archives Canada et la Bibliothèque publique d’Ottawa, conformément à l’entente de gouvernance d’Ādisōke.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Le suivi du calendrier et du budget de ce projet demeure une priorité absolue, grâce à une surveillance et une gestion rigoureuses et améliorées des risques.</span></p>
<p><strong><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Le Comité approuve le processus d’approvisionnement pour la nouvelle installation de déploiement des paramédics dans l’ouest de la ville</span></strong></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Le Comité a recommandé un processus d’approvisionnement concurrentiel en trois étapes pour la nouvelle </span><a class="ext" href="https://pub-ottawa.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=1ae08901-ee70-4d0e-abb4-808b4f7c7ca7&amp;Agenda=Agenda&amp;lang=French&amp;Item=27&amp;Tab=attachments" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-extlink=""><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">installation de déploiement des paramédics</span></a><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA"> dans l’ouest de la ville, située au 4061, promenade Strandherd. Le processus comprendrait :</span></p>
<ul>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">une demande de qualifications;</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">une demande de propositions;</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">une étape de négociation et d’accord.</span></li>
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<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">L’approche suit les pratiques d’approvisionnement établies et contribuera à assurer un processus équitable, ouvert et concurrentiel offrant un bon rapport qualité-prix.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">La Ville utilisera ce projet pour mettre à l’essai de nouvelles approches qui maximisent les possibilités pour la main-d’œuvre locale et privée d’équité, en complément des programmes de formation et d’apprentissage. La Ville travaillera avec le Building Trades Council et d’autres partenaires de l’industrie pour élaborer ces nouvelles approches d’approvisionnement.</span></p>
<p><strong><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Le Comité met à jour le </span><em><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Règlement sur les immobilisations domiciliaires municipales </span></em><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">afin d’encourager la construction de logements abordables</span></strong></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Le Comité a approuvé des mises à jour du </span><a class="ext" href="https://pub-ottawa.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=1ae08901-ee70-4d0e-abb4-808b4f7c7ca7&amp;Agenda=Agenda&amp;lang=French&amp;Item=40&amp;Tab=attachments" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-extlink=""><em><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Règlement sur les immobilisations domiciliaires municipales</span></em></a><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA"> afin d’incorporer la nouvelle définition de l’abordabilité adoptée par la Ville dans la mise à jour du Plan décennal de logement et de lutte contre l’itinérance approuvée par le Conseil, de modifier les critères d’admissibilité liés à la sélection des locataires et de mettre en œuvre des mises à jour administratives mineures. Grâce à ces mises à jour, un plus grand nombre de logements abordables sans but lucratif seront admissibles à des exemptions d’impôt foncier par l’entremise du Règlement.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Les impôts fonciers comptent parmi les coûts de fonctionnement les plus importants pour ces fournisseurs. Les mises à jour sont apportées au Règlement en réponse aux commentaires des intervenants du secteur du logement communautaire sur les défis actuels et permettront d’établir davantage de modèles de loyer mixtes afin d’appuyer une viabilité financière accrue et une plus grande abordabilité. Les modifications apportées aux critères de sélection des locataires dans le règlement municipal correspondront mieux à ce que les ménages inscrits sur la liste d’attente pour un logement abordable peuvent se permettre.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">On estime à environ 4 500 le nombre maximal de logements sans but lucratif existants qui pourraient être admissibles, en plus d’un potentiel de 500 logements abordables nouvellement aménagés chaque année. Les fournisseurs de logements admissibles signeront des ententes avec la Ville afin de recevoir une exemption minimale de 20 ans des taxes foncières municipales et scolaires. Ils seront tenus de réinvestir ces économies d’impôt foncier dans l’élargissement de leurs portefeuilles de logements abordables, le paiement des réparations d’immobilisations ou l’offre d’une plus grande abordabilité.</span></p>
<p><strong><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Terrains municipaux supplémentaires approuvés pour l’aménagement de logements</span></strong></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Le Comité a approuvé la déclaration de deux propriétés appartenant à la Ville </span><a class="ext" href="https://pub-ottawa.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=1ae08901-ee70-4d0e-abb4-808b4f7c7ca7&amp;Agenda=Agenda&amp;lang=French&amp;Item=35&amp;Tab=attachments" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-extlink=""><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">comme étant excédentaires</span></a><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA"> aux fins de l’aménagement de logements : 574, rue Bank et une partie du 1770, chemin Heatherington qui n’avait pas été déclarée excédentaire auparavant. Il a également approuvé le transfert de cinq propriétés, pour leur valeur nominale, à des fournisseurs de logements sans but lucratif sélectionnés : le 574, rue Bank, le 1770, chemin Heatherington, une partie du 1824, chemin Trim, le 306, avenue Cyr et le 2548, croissant Cléroux.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Le Comité a également approuvé la déclaration </span><a class="ext" href="https://pub-ottawa.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=1ae08901-ee70-4d0e-abb4-808b4f7c7ca7&amp;Agenda=Agenda&amp;lang=French&amp;Item=39&amp;Tab=attachments" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-extlink=""><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">du 1601, promenade Prince of Wales</span></a><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA"> comme excédentaire et la levée des exigences de la Politique sur l’aliénation des biens immobiliers de la Ville afin de permettre sa vente à Carillon Co-operative Housing Incorporated.</span></p>
<p><strong><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Plus d’entreprises bénéficieront de l’élargissement des limites de la nouvelle ZAC de Cyrville et de la ZAC de la rue Preston </span></strong></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Le Comité a approuvé l’élargissement des limites de la </span><a class="ext" href="https://pub-ottawa.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=1ae08901-ee70-4d0e-abb4-808b4f7c7ca7&amp;Agenda=Agenda&amp;lang=French&amp;Item=41&amp;Tab=attachments" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-extlink=""><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">zone d’amélioration commerciale (ZAC) de la rue Preston</span></a><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">. Elle s’étendrait au nord jusqu’au centre-ville, à l’est jusqu’à certaines parties des rues LeBreton et Booth et à l’ouest au-delà de l’avenue Champagne Sud. Le Comité a également approuvé la création d’une nouvelle </span><a class="ext" href="https://pub-ottawa.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=1ae08901-ee70-4d0e-abb4-808b4f7c7ca7&amp;Agenda=Agenda&amp;lang=French&amp;Item=42&amp;Tab=attachments" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-extlink=""><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">zone d’amélioration commerciale de Cyrville</span></a><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">. Le nouveau secteur couvrirait le chemin Cyrville et les rues avoisinantes, de la rue Donald au nord jusqu’au sud du chemin Innes, et à l’ouest jusqu’au boulevard St-Laurent.</span></p>
<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Sur approbation du Conseil, la greffière municipale enverrait un avis d’intention d’élargir la ZAC de la rue Preston et de créer la ZAC de Cyrville. Les propriétaires fonciers touchés dans les deux secteurs doivent, dans les 30 jours suivant l’avis, en fournir une copie à chaque locataire qui paie tout ou partie des impôts fonciers. Le Conseil n’adopterait pas le règlement si suffisamment d’objections écrites étaient soumises dans les 60 jours. Les objections doivent représenter :</span></p>
<ul>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">au moins un tiers de toutes les personnes qui ont le droit de recevoir un avis, et</span></li>
<li><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">au moins un tiers de l’impôt foncier municipal annuel pour les catégories de biens d’entreprise touchées.</span></li>
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<p><span dir="ltr" lang="FR-CA">Le Conseil municipal examinera les recommandations de la réunion d’aujourd’hui, le mercredi 10 juin.</span></p>
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		<title>Avoiding ticks and Lyme Disease</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:18:52 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Ticks have the potential to spread infections to residents of Ottawa, including Lyme Disease. Here are some tips from Ottawa Public Health on how you can protect yourself: Apply a Health Canada approved insect repellent containing DEET or icaridin to exposed skin and clothing Wear long pants, a long-sleeved shirt, shoes, and socks to cover [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Ticks have the potential to spread infections to residents of Ottawa, including Lyme Disease. Here are some tips from Ottawa Public Health on how you can protect yourself:</p>
<ul>
<li>Apply a <a href="https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/about-pesticides/insect-repellents.html">Health </a><a href="https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/about-pesticides/insect-repellents.html">Canada approved insect repellent containing DEET or icaridin</a> to exposed skin and clothing</li>
<li>Wear long pants, a long-sleeved shirt, shoes, and socks to cover exposed skin</li>
<li>Tuck your pants into your socks</li>
<li>Wear light-coloured clothing to spot ticks more easily; this is also appropriate for mosquitoes as they are attracted to darker colours</li>
<li>Stay on the trails when hiking in the woods and other natural areas. Enjoy the mowed/maintained areas in parks and playing fields, while being mindful of tick habitat, such as tall grass and leaf litter.</li>
<li>Do a &#8220;full body&#8221; check on yourself, your children, and pets. Pay careful attention around your toes, back of the knees, groin, armpits and scalp.</li>
</ul>
<p>For more information about <a title="https://www.ottawapublichealth.ca/en/public-health-topics/lyme-disease.aspx" href="https://www.ottawapublichealth.ca/en/public-health-topics/lyme-disease.aspx">Lyme disease</a>, visit the OPH website: <a title="https://www.ottawapublichealth.ca/en/public-health-topics/insects-animals-and-bites.aspx" href="https://www.ottawapublichealth.ca/en/public-health-topics/insects-animals-and-bites.aspx">Insects, Animals and Bites &#8211; Ottawa Public Health</a></p>
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<h2>Éviter les tiques et la maladie de Lyme</h2>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Les tiques peuvent transmettre des infections à la population d’Ottawa, notamment la maladie de Lyme. Voici quelques conseils de Santé publique Ottawa pour vous protéger :</p>
<ul>
<li>Appliquez un <a title="https://www.canada.ca/fr/sante-canada/services/sujet-pesticides/insectifuges.html" href="https://www.canada.ca/fr/sante-canada/services/sujet-pesticides/insectifuges.html">insectifuge homologué par Santé Canada contenant du DEET ou de l’icaridine</a> sur la peau exposée et les vêtements.</li>
<li>Dans la mesure du possible, portez des pantalons longs, une chemise à manches longues, des chaussures et des chaussettes pour couvrir la peau exposée.</li>
<li>Rentrez le bas de votre pantalon dans vos chaussettes.</li>
<li>Portez des vêtements de couleur claire pour repérer plus facilement les tiques; cela vaut également pour les moustiques, car ils sont attirés par des couleurs plus foncées.</li>
<li>Restez sur les sentiers quand vous marchez dans les bois et dans d’autres zones naturelles. Profitez des zones tondues et entretenues dans les parcs et les terrains de jeux, tout en étant conscient des habitats des tiques, comme les herbes hautes et les feuilles mortes.</li>
<li>Inspectez toute la surface de votre peau ainsi que celle de vos enfants et de vos animaux de compagnie. Portez une attention particulière aux orteils, à l’arrière des genoux, à l’aine, aux aisselles et au cuir chevelu.</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Pour en savoir plus sur la <a title="https://www.santepubliqueottawa.ca/fr/public-health-topics/lyme-disease.aspx" href="https://www.santepubliqueottawa.ca/fr/public-health-topics/lyme-disease.aspx">maladie de Lyme</a>, consultez le site Web de SPO : <a title="https://www.santepubliqueottawa.ca/fr/public-health-topics/insects-animals-and-bites.aspx" href="https://www.santepubliqueottawa.ca/fr/public-health-topics/insects-animals-and-bites.aspx">Insectes, animaux et morsures – Santé publique Ottawa</a></p>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 17:05:58 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>I continue to hear a lot of concerns from residents about community safety. Issues like traffic enforcement, police response times, car thefts, racism and hate incidents, and overall visibility of police in our community are the most frequent topics. I’m in regular contact with Ottawa Police and I share your feedback with the local police [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I continue to hear a lot of concerns from residents about community safety. Issues like traffic enforcement, police response times, car thefts, racism and hate incidents, and overall visibility of police in our community are the most frequent topics. I’m in regular contact with Ottawa Police and I share your feedback with the local police team.</p>
<p>The Ottawa Police Service has released its annual ward-by-ward crime statistics report.</p>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/52366b6db095411db1f216b69756fdca">You can access the reports here.</a> Click on any ward on the map (Stittsville is “Ward 6”) to download the PDF.</li>
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<p>These reports provide a detailed breakdown of all founded Criminal Code of Canada offences reported to the Ottawa Police Service during the 2025 calendar year. (OPS also publishes <a href="https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/7db5b7d590754c9988d89643542ba646/">an interactive Crime Map</a> showing information about each community, updated daily.)</p>
<p>In general in Stittsville, we&#8217;re seeing a decrease in the overall crime rate and the number of reported crimes, and the number of calls for services stayed relatively static. But while non-violent crime is decreasing, the rate of violent crime has risen. Among all 24 wards across the City of Ottawa, Stittsville had the fourth lowest crime rate in 2025. (Source: <a href="https://www.ctvnews.ca/ottawa/article/ottawa-wards-with-the-highest-and-lowest-crime-rates-in-2025/">CTV Ottawa</a>.)</p>
<p>There’s still a lot of room for improvement, and there are initiatives underway, for example:</p>
<ul>
<li>The City of Ottawa’s 2026 budget included one of the largest one-time increases in funding for the Ottawa Police Service in the city’s history, which will enable the service to hire 25 new officers this year.</li>
<li>The Ottawa Police are continuing to roll out a new “District Model” to improve their presence and engagement in communities like Stittsville.</li>
<li>Police are putting more focus on issues like traffic enforcement in Stittsville and the west end, and they’re improving how they follow-up and communicate with residents who make reports.</li>
</ul>
<p>As always, I encourage residents to <a href="https://glengower.ca/contact/">contact me</a> with any of your questions and concerns about community safety.</p>
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		<title>June 28: Stittsville Family Bike Ride</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 16:07:22 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Join us for our fifth annual Family Bike Ride in Stittsville! It&#8217;s a great opportunity for families to connect with the community, exercise, and enjoy a leisurely weekend bike ride.We&#8217;ll ride together on a scenic, quiet 5.5km route through Stittsville. Don&#8217;t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to explore Stittsville on two wheels with your [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join us for our fifth annual Family Bike Ride in Stittsville! It&#8217;s a great opportunity for families to connect with the community, exercise, and enjoy a leisurely weekend bike ride.We&#8217;ll ride together on a scenic, quiet 5.5km route through Stittsville. Don&#8217;t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to explore Stittsville on two wheels with your family!</p>
<p>📆 Date: Sunday, June 28<br class="html-br" />⌚️ Arrive: 9:45 a.m. for a group photo and instructions<br class="html-br" />🚴🏻‍♂️ Departure: 10:00 a.m. sharp from CARDELREC (1500 Shea Road)<br class="html-br" />📍 Route: Start at CARDELREC (1500 Shea Road); exact route to be announced.</p>
<p><strong>Click here for FREE registration:</strong> <a href="https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/stittsville-family-bike-ride-tickets-1990787430796">https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/stittsville-family-bike-ride-tickets-1990787430796</a>&lt;</p>
<p><strong>Recommendations for participants:</strong></p>
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<li class="x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s">Bring a bottle of water for hydration</li>
<li class="x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s">For people over 18 years of age, the use of a helmet and safety protection is recommended, for those under 18 years of age, helmet use is mandatory</li>
<li class="x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s">Wear sunscreen</li>
<li class="x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s">Eat a healthy, balanced meal before the event</li>
<li class="x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s">Wear comfortable clothes and shoes</li>
<li class="x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s">Make sure your bike is ready for the trail</li>
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<p><em>See you there!</em></p>
<p><em>We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to fully participate. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please email </em><a href="mailto:glen.gower@ottawa.ca"><em>glen.gower@ottawa.ca</em></a><em> or call 613-580-2476.</em></p>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 15:41:49 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Originally published May 21, 2026 La version française suit Discover your ward by bike: Stittsville is a FREE, in-person workshop which will take a small group on a guided bike ride around Stittsville Ward on June 12 at 1pm, leaving from Rouncey Park. Along the way we will stop at different pieces of cycling infrastructure [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><em>Originally published May 21, 2026</em></p>
<p style="text-align: left;" align="center"><em>La version française suit</em></p>
<p class="x_MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;" align="center">Discover your ward by bike: Stittsville is a FREE, in-person workshop which will take a small group on a guided bike ride around Stittsville Ward on <strong>June 12 at 1pm</strong>, leaving from Rouncey Park.</p>
<p class="x_MsoNormal">Along the way we will stop at different pieces of cycling infrastructure and points of interest and learn all the skills to start planning your own route around your neighbourhood. This ride will cover approximately 5.5km at a slow pace and will make use of a combination of separated cycling infrastructure, on-road cycling infrastructure, and residential streets. The ride route is fairly flat, though there may be some small hills.</p>
<p class="x_MsoNormal">Participants will need to bring their own bikes and helmets and will be asked to sign a waiver prior to participation.</p>
<p class="x_MsoNormal"><b>Register now to reserve your spot: </b><a href="https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/discover-your-ward-by-bike-stittsville-tickets-1988908309293?aff=oddtdtcreator">https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/discover-your-ward-by-bike-stittsville-tickets-1988908309293</a></p>
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<h2>Mois du vélo – Découvrez votre quartier à vélo!</h2>
<p>Découvrez votre quartier à vélo : Stittsville est un atelier GRATUIT, en personne, dans le cadre duquel un petit groupe effectuera une promenade guidée à vélo dans le quartier de Stittsville le<strong> 12 juin à 13 h</strong>, au départ du parc Rouncey.</p>
<p>En chemin, nous nous arrêterons à différents endroits de l’infrastructure cyclable et à des points d’intérêt et nous apprendrons toutes les compétences nécessaires pour commencer à planifier votre propre itinéraire dans votre quartier. Cette randonnée couvrira environ 5,5 km à un rythme lent et empruntera une combinaison d’infrastructures cyclables séparées, d’infrastructures cyclables sur route et de rues résidentielles. L’itinéraire est assez plat, mais il pourrait y avoir quelques petites pentes.</p>
<p>Les participants devront apporter leur vélo et leur casque et devront signer une décharge avant de participer à l’atelier.</p>
<p><strong>Inscrivez-vous dès maintenant pour réserver votre place : </strong><a href="https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/discover-your-ward-by-bike-stittsville-tickets-1988908309293?aff=oddtdtcreator">https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/discover-your-ward-by-bike-stittsville-tickets-1988908309293</a></p>
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		<title>June 2026: Multicultural &#038; Human Rights Calendar</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>La version française suit  We publish a monthly calendar listing the main commemorative dates of different religions and cultures, as well as important dates related to the strengthening of human rights and diversity. If you have comments or suggestions for dates to add to the calendar, please contact glen.gower@ottawa.ca. Month-long observance: National Indigenous History Month Pride [&#8230;]</p>
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<p><em>We publish a monthly calendar listing the main commemorative dates of different religions and cultures, as well as important dates related to the strengthening of human rights and diversity. If you have comments or suggestions for dates to add to the calendar, please contact </em><a href="mailto:glen.gower@ottawa.ca"><em>glen.gower@ottawa.ca.</em></a></p>
<p><strong>Month-long observance:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>National Indigenous History Month</li>
<li>Pride Month</li>
<li>Italian Heritage Month</li>
<li>Filipino Heritage Month</li>
<li>Portuguese Heritage Month</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Important dates:</strong></p>
<p><strong>Intergenerational Day (June 1) – United Nations<br />
</strong>This day was established in 2010 by the United Nations as a way to promote understanding, respect, and solidarity between people of all ages.</p>
<p><strong>Global Day of Parents (June </strong><strong>1) &#8211; United Nations<br />
</strong>In 2012, the United Nations established the first-ever Global Day of Parents. Since then, it has been observed annually on June 1 to honor parents and their dedication to children worldwide.<strong> </strong></p>
<p><strong>Corpus Christi (June 4) &#8211; Christian<br />
</strong>Corpus Christi is a feast day commemorating the presence of the body and blood of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist and is celebrated with processions and adoration of the Blessed Sacrament.</p>
<p><strong>Araw ng Kasarinlán (June 12) &#8211; Philippines<br />
</strong>Also known as <em>Araw ng Kalayaan</em>, &#8220;Day of Freedom&#8221; is a national holiday in the Philippines observed annually on June 12, commemorating the declaration of Philippine independence from Spain in 1898. Since 1978, it has been the country&#8217;s National Day.</p>
<p><strong>World Day Against Child Labour (June 12) – United Nations<br />
</strong>Every year on June 12 the World Day Against Child Labour is observed to raise awareness of the plight of child laborers worldwide.</p>
<p><strong>Martyrdom Day of Guru Arjan Dev Sahib (June 16) &#8211; Sikh<br />
</strong>The Martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev Sahib is observed on June 16 every year in India. It’s the day to commemorate and celebrate the life of religious figure Guru Arjan Dev, who sacrificed his life for the Sikh people.</p>
<p><strong>Muharram/Islamic New Year (June 16)<br />
</strong>Muharram refers to the first day of the new year in the Islamic calendar.</p>
<p><strong>International Day of Countering Hate Speech (June 18)<br />
</strong>This day was established in 2019 by the UN in response to rising trends of growing racism and xenophobia, antisemitism, and anti-Muslim hatred globally.</p>
<p><strong>World Refugee Day (June 20) – United Nations<br />
</strong>World Refugee Day is an international day designated by the United Nations to honour refugees around the globe. It falls each year on June 20 and celebrates the strength and courage of people who have been forced to flee their home country to escape conflict or persecution.</p>
<p><strong>Father’s Day (June 21)<br />
</strong>Many people in Canada celebrate Father’s Day in a variety of ways to express their love and gratitude to fathers or father figures.</p>
<p><strong>National Indigenous Peoples Day (June 21)<br />
</strong>Day to recognize the history, heritage and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples in Canada.</p>
<p><strong>National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism (June 23)<br />
</strong>The National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism is observed in memory of those who lost their lives to acts of terror in Canada and abroad.</p>
<p><strong>Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day (June 24) &#8211; French Canadians<br />
</strong>Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day is a religious holiday celebrated in the province of Quebec by French Canadians across Canada.</p>
<p><strong>Canadian Multiculturalism Day (June 27)<br />
</strong>This is a day to recognize and celebrate the contributions of diverse cultures to Canada.</p>
<p><strong>The Feast of Saints Peter and Paul (June 29) – Christian<br />
</strong>The Feast of Saints Peter and Paul is a feast day that honors the martyrdom of the apostles&#8217; Saint Peter and Saint Paul, their contributions to early Christianity, and their roles as pillars of the Church.</p>
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<h2>Juin 2026: Calendrier multiculturel et des droits de la personne</h2>
<p><em>Nous publions un calendrier mensuel répertoriant les principales dates commémoratives des différentes religions et cultures, ainsi que les dates importantes liées au renforcement des droits de la personne et de la diversité. Si vous avez des commentaires à ce sujet ou des suggestions de dates à ajouter au calendrier, veuillez envoyer un courriel à </em><a href="mailto:glen.gower@ottawa.ca">glen.gower@ottawa.ca.</a></p>
<p><strong>Célébrations durant le mois :</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Mois national de l’histoire autochtone</li>
<li>Mois de la Fierté</li>
<li>Mois du patrimoine italien</li>
<li>Mois du patrimoine philippin</li>
<li>Mois du patrimoine portugais</li>
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<p><strong>Dates importantes :</strong></p>
<p><strong>Journée intergénérationnelle (1 juin) – Nations Unies<br />
</strong>Cette journée a été établie en 2010 par les Nations Unies pour promouvoir la compréhension, le respect et la solidarité entre les personnes de tous les âges.</p>
<p><strong>Journée mondiale des parents (</strong><strong>1 juin</strong><strong>) – Nations Unies<br />
</strong>En 2012, les Nations Unies ont institué la toute première Journée mondiale des parents. Depuis, elle est célébrée chaque année le 1<sup>er</sup> juin pour rendre hommage aux parents et à leur dévouement envers leurs enfants dans le monde entier.</p>
<p><strong>Fête-Dieu (4 juin) – Fête chrétienne<br />
</strong>La Fête-Dieu est une fête commémorant la présence du corps et du sang de Jésus-Christ dans l’Eucharistie. Elle est célébrée par des processions et l’adoration du Saint-Sacrement.</p>
<p><strong>Araw ng Kasarinlán (12 juin) – Philippines<br />
</strong>Également connu sous le nom d’<em>Araw ng Kalayaan</em>, le « Jour de la Liberté » est une fête nationale aux Philippines célébrée chaque année le 12 juin, commémorant la déclaration d’indépendance des Philippines vis-à-vis de l’Espagne en 1898. Depuis 1978, c’est la fête nationale du pays.</p>
<p><strong>Journée mondiale contre le travail des enfants (12 juin) – Nations Unies<br />
</strong>Chaque année, le 12 juin, la Journée mondiale contre le travail des enfants est célébrée afin de sensibiliser les gens au sort des enfants qui travaillent dans le monde entier.</p>
<p><strong>Journée commémorative du martyre du Guru Arjan Dev Sahib (16 juin) – Fête sikhe<br />
</strong>La journée commémorative du martyre du Guru Arjan Dev Sahib est observée le 16 juin de chaque année en Inde. Cette journée vise à commémorer et célébrer cette figure religieuse qui a sacrifié sa vie pour le peuple sikh.</p>
<p><strong>Muharram/Nouvel An islamique (16 juin)<br />
</strong>Muharram fait référence au premier jour de la nouvelle année dans le calendrier islamique.</p>
<p><strong>Journée internationale de la lutte contre les discours de haine (18 juin)<br />
</strong>Cette journée a été établie en 2019 par les Nations Unies en réponse à la montée du racisme, de la xénophobie, de l’antisémitisme et de la haine à l’égard des personnes musulmanes dans le monde.</p>
<p><strong>Journée mondiale des réfugiés (20 juin) – Nations Unies<br />
</strong>La Journée mondiale des réfugiés est une journée internationale désignée par les Nations Unies pour rendre hommage aux réfugiés partout dans le monde. Tous les ans, le 20 juin, cette journée salue la force et le courage de celles et ceux qui ont été forcés de fuir leur pays d’origine pour échapper aux conflits ou à la persécution.</p>
<p><strong>Fête des Pères (21 juin)<br />
</strong>Au Canada, de nombreuses personnes célèbrent la fête des Pères de diverses façons afin d’exprimer leur amour et leur gratitude à l’égard des pères ou des figures paternelles.</p>
<p><strong>Journée nationale des peuples autochtones (21 juin)<br />
</strong>Cette journée souligne l’histoire, le patrimoine et la diversité des Premières Nations, des Inuits et des Métis au Canada.</p>
<p><strong>Journée nationale du souvenir des victimes de terrorisme (23 juin)<br />
</strong>La Journée nationale du souvenir des victimes de terrorisme est observée en mémoire des personnes qui ont perdu la vie dans des attentats terroristes au Canada et à l’étranger.</p>
<p><strong>Saint-Jean-Baptiste (24 juin) – Canadiens français<br />
</strong>La fête de la Saint-Jean-Baptiste est une fête religieuse célébrée au Québec et par les Canadiens français de partout au pays.</p>
<p><strong>Journée canadienne du multiculturalisme (27 juin)<br />
</strong>C’est une journée pour souligner et célébrer la contribution des diverses cultures au Canada.</p>
<p><strong>Solennité des saints Pierre et Paul (29 juin) – Chrétiennes et chrétiens<br />
</strong>La solennité des saints Pierre et Paul honore le martyre des apôtres Saint Pierre et Saint Paul, leurs contributions à l’instauration du christianisme et leur rôle de piliers de l’Église.</p>
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		<title>CONSTRUCTION NOTICE: Overnight road closure on Stittsville Main, June 7-16</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 20:48:03 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>La version française suit  A heads up that Stittsville Main Street will be closed between Orville Street and Abbott Street overnight from Sunday, June 7 until Tuesday, June 16 from 8:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. overnight on Sundays and Mondays, and  from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. during the rest of the week. A noise [&#8230;]</p>
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<p>A heads up that Stittsville Main Street will be closed between Orville Street and Abbott Street overnight from Sunday, June 7 until Tuesday, June 16 from 8:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. overnight on Sundays and Mondays, and  from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. during the rest of the week. A noise by-law exemption has also been issued for this work. (The road will be open at all other times on weekdays and weekends.)</p>
<p>The work is required to complete water and sewer connections for the development at 1518 Stittsville Main Street. The City is allowing the overnight closure to avoid disruptions during the day on weekdays and weekends.</p>
<p>Access will be maintained for pedestrians and all local businesses can continue to operate. This will be a disruption so residents are encouraged to plan ahead and use an alternate route.</p>
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<h2>Fermetures nocturnes de la rue Stittsville Main</h2>
<p>À noter que la rue Stittsville Main sera fermée entre la rue Orville et la rue Abbott pendant la nuit, du dimanche 7 juin au mardi 16 juin, de 20 h à 6 h les dimanches et lundis, et de 22 h à 6 h le reste de la semaine. Une exemption au Règlement sur le bruit a également été accordée pour ces travaux. (La route sera ouverte à tous les autres moments les jours de semaine et les fins de semaine.)</p>
<p>Les travaux sont nécessaires pour effectuer les branchements d’eau et d’égouts pour le projet d’aménagement au 1518, rue Stittsville Main. La Ville autorise la fermeture nocturne afin d’éviter les perturbations pendant la journée les jours de semaine et les fins de semaine.</p>
<p>L’accès sera maintenu pour les piétons et tous les commerces locaux pourront continuer leurs activités. Ces travaux causeront des perturbations; on encourage donc les gens à planifier leurs déplacements et à emprunter un autre itinéraire.</p>
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		<title>Councillor Glen&#8217;s Weekly Video / May 30, 2026</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Good morning! Today I’m along the Trans Canada Trail near Talltree Crescent and the path to Angel Heights. A reminder to call 3-1-1 to report downed trees and branches. This week’s updates: Eid al-Adha Accessibility Day at City Hall Giveaway Weekend May 30-31 Youth Art Showcase on May 31 Looking back on the week: Health [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><b>Good morning!</b> Today I’m along the Trans Canada Trail near Talltree Crescent and the path to Angel Heights. A reminder to call 3-1-1 to report downed trees and branches.</p>
<p><b>This week’s updates:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Eid al-Adha</li>
<li>Accessibility Day at City Hall</li>
<li><a href="https://glengower.ca/information/giveaway-weekend-is-back/">Giveaway Weekend May 30-31</a></li>
<li><a href="https://glengower.ca/events/may-26-stittsville-youth-art-showcase/">Youth Art Showcase</a> on May 31</li>
<li>Looking back on the week: Health Equity event, Stittsville North Open House, Marion Gullock park renaming</li>
<li>Queensway traffic &#8211; <a href="https://glengower.ca/information/update-the-sign-construction-thats-snarling-the-queensway/">update on the signage install near Pinecrest</a></li>
<li>OC Transpo / LRT &#8211; <a href="https://www.octranspo.com/en/news/article/may-27-2026-o-train-line-1-capacity-returns-monday-june-8">double trains will start June 8</a></li>
<li>Ottawa Police <a href="https://www.facebook.com/OttawaPoliceService/posts/pfbid02xqds5EmznKdqhWBN8NyffSXWVMzNgct6fhFTKJKBjBd94MpUyDJ9yBACwRgPajfVl">make 3 arrests</a> in relation to assault on Stittsville Main Street</li>
<li><a href="https://www.ottawapolice.ca/en/news/kanata-car-meet-dispersed-falsely-advertised-as-authorized.aspx">Ottawa Police focus on illegal car meets</a></li>
<li><a href="https://glengower.ca/events/june-is-lets-bike-month-in-ottawa/">Let’s Bike Month in June</a></li>
<li><a href="https://glengower.ca/events/june-20-2026-welcome-to-stittsville-multicultural-festival/">Welcome to Stittsville Multicultural Festival</a> &#8211; looking for adult volunteers</li>
<li><a href="https://www.stittsvillelions.com/">Stittsville Lions</a> scholarship opportunities</li>
<li><a href="https://sghorticultural.wixsite.com/website">Stittsville Goulbourn Horticultural Society</a> &#8211; gardening today at Lee Boltwood Park</li>
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<p>Have an excellent week!</p>
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<p><i>–Councillor Glen</i></p>
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