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The City’s Election-Related Resources Policy (ERRP) and its Procedure prohibits Members of Council who are seeking re-election in a municipal election from using their office budgets and staff for newsletters and general communications from August 25, 2022, up to and including October 24, 2022. As a sitting Member of Council, I must adhere to the City’s ERRP, meaning that this website will not be updated during the blackout period. My office remains open to deal with day-to-day constituency matters.
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City accepting donations of personal protective equipment for its COVID-19 response
La version française suit The City has launched a formal donation process for businesses and residents to donate commercial-grade personal protective equipment (PPE) to protect our emergency responders and front-line workers supporting the COVID-19 pandemic response....
NOTEBOOK: Physical distancing and how you can help your community
La version française suit We've had several inquiries to our office about what you should do if you think that a person or a business is not following the rules for physical distancing. Most residents are doing the right thing and following the advice from government...
New development application for 130 Huntmar
La version française suit The City has received a new development application for 130 Huntmar (at the corner of Maple Grove) that includes a proposed Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment and Plan of Subdivision. The developer wants to build a mixed-use...
City launches Buy Local promotional campaign and web page to support Ottawa’s small businesses
La version française suit In partnership with its Economic Partners Taskforce, the City of Ottawa today launched the first phase of an online promotional campaign to help local businesses during these challenging times. The campaign encourages residents to support...
Safety in outdoor spaces including playgrounds
La version française suit Parks and the outdoors are great for your physical and mental well-being. While we encourage you to enjoy the outdoor spaces, the City and Ottawa Public Heath asks residents to maintain safe physical distances, to not use playground equipment...
Mayor Watson declares state of emergency for Ottawa due to COVID-19
La version française suit Mayor Jim Watson today declared a state of emergency for the City of Ottawa due to the spread of COVID-19 in Ottawa. This aligns with Ontario Premier Doug Ford’s announcement on Monday, March 23 that he is expanding Ontario’s state of...
Hydro rate reduction: Province suspends time-of-use pricing
From Mayor Jim Watson Today, the Ontario government announced its decision to suspend winter Time-of-Use electricity pricing and periods. Effective immediately, Ontario electricity customers will pay only the off-peak rate (10.1 cents/kWh) for the electricity they...
UPDATE: City property taxes, water bills, and more
La version française suit From a memo sent to City Council from the Chief Financial Officer Expansion of the Property Tax Hardship Deferral Program Over the past week, the Finance Services Department has heard from residents, business owners, and Members of Council...
Dr. Etches Statement – Update on novel coronavirus – March 22, 2020
La version française suit Speaking notes – Dr. Vera Etches Good afternoon, everyone. Bonjour. We are here today to report that Ottawa Public Health now has laboratory confirmation of community spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Ottawa. We have 27...
City working to support vulnerable residents
La version française suit The City is actively working with its partners to identify the needs of the community during the COVID-19 outbreak and to support this vulnerable population. The City recognizes the difficult circumstances our residents are facing and we are...
Property Tax Hardship Deferral Program
Memo to City Council from the Deputy City Treasurer, Revenue. La version française suit The purpose of this memo is to inform Mayor and Council of several measures Revenue Services is implementing to assist residents and small businesses as the COVID-19 situation...
Important information about volunteering
Memo from the City of Ottawa / La version française suit If you are looking to support your community during this critical time, you can help by checking in with neighbours and friends who may be vulnerable, overwhelmed, lonely or in need of help. Please be mindful of...
Brown’s Independent adds special shopping hours for seniors and vulnerable community members
La version française suit Our Stittsville team has been calling around to local grocery stores to check how things are going. All local stores are working hard to keep shelves replenished, and we want to thank all of the staff who have been serving the public with...
MARCH 17: Changes to City services to help prevent spread of COVID-19
Press release via City of Ottawa / La version française suit In response to the Government of Ontario’s emergency declaration, and to help protect the public from COVID-19, the City of Ottawa is making changes to in-person services as of Tuesday, March 17. Emergency...
