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NOTEBOOK: A visit to the Traffic Operations Centre
La version française suit At the end of November, our team took a tour of Ottawa’s Traffic Operations Centre on Loretta Avenue. Tucked in beside the Queensway, this old industrial building is where staff monitor and adjust traffic signals, fabricate street signs,...
Vacant Unit Tax declaration portal now open
La version française suit The Vacant Unit Tax declaration portal is now open on ottawa.ca. If you're a property owner, remember to take a few minutes to complete your declaration ahead of the deadline. A reminder that declarations are required annually. Email...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Newsletter: January 7, 2026
City accepting applications for Ottawa’s community-led greening initiatives and gardening program
La version française suit The City of Ottawa is inviting community groups to submit project proposals under the Community-led Greening Initiatives and Gardening Program. This program allows communities to create or expand gardens and greening projects on City land....
Top 5 most common causes of power outages in 2025
(re-posted from the Hydro Ottawa web site) La version française suit Power outages can be disruptive, but understanding what causes them can make the experience a little less stressful. Each year, we gather detailed information about the outages in our service area....
January 2026: Multicultural & Human Rights Calendar
La version française suit We publish a monthly calendar listing the main commemorative dates of various religions and cultures, as well as important dates related to strengthening human rights and diversity. If you have comments or suggestions for dates to add to the...
School drop-off and pick-up times in Stittsville
La version française suit Originally published September 28, 2023 Current as of January 2026 / À jour en janvier 2026 Fewer cars and less congestion near schools result in a safer environment for students. For more information and tips, visit the Ottawa Safety Council...
FAQs about recycling changes coming January 1
Originally published December 12, 2025 La version française suit A reminder that recycling is going provincial on January 1, 2026. Under regulations from the Government of Ontario, responsibility for collecting and processing recycling across Ontario will transfer to...
Free transit service after 6 pm on New Year’s Eve!
Originally published December 22, 2025 La version française suit Ride for free on New Year's Eve after 6 pm courtesy of Safer Roads Ottawa and MADD Ottawa and Area. Get home safely after you celebrate! Fare gates will be open at all O-Train stations. On buses, simply...
In Memoriam: Tysen Lefebvre
La version française suit Stittsville is mourning the passing of Tysen Lefebvre on Christmas Day. Tysen was an extraordinary young man whose courage and generosity inspired our entire community. Despite living with Pfeiffer syndrome and undergoing more than 20...
