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WEBINAR: Revitalizing Stittsville Main Street (April 2)
(Photo credit: Andre Hallam) On Thursday, April 2 at 1:30pm we're hosting a webinar to talk to residents about revitalizing Stittsville Main Street. Click here to register for this free event. Stittsville Main Street is the centre and soul of our community. W...
City launches application for property tax relief for those financially impacted by COVID-19
La version française suit The City has now implemented an interim property tax payment grace period and a new 2020 Property Tax Hardship Deferral Plan to help many residents and businesses who are financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Grace period for interim...
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...
UPDATE: Revised submission for 5924 and 5938 Hazeldean Road
The City has received a resubmission of the site plan and zoning application for 5924 and 5938 Hazeldean Road. The applicant wants to build townhomes at the corner of Hazeldean and Victor Street. Plans, studies, and reports from the resubmission are available here......
MARCH 16: Provincial recommendations for public gatherings, restaurants, etc.
***Important update from Ottawa Public Health re: provincial recommendations relating to public gatherings and bars/restaurants.*** On March 16, 2020, Dr. David Williams, Chief Medical Officer of Health for the Ministry of Health, has now advised cancelling events...
COVID-19 UPDATE – MARCH 15: Stay home, stay safe
There are now 10 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Ottawa. Ottawa Public Health believes that there could be hundreds of undiagnosed cases in the community now, so they are asking all people in Ottawa to increase social distancing. This means limiting all non-essential...
Neighbours helping neighbours during the COVID-19 situation
La version française suit Thanks to Anne M. for letting us know about a new Facebook group called Stittsville Volunteering. There are many kind neighbours offering help to people who may need assistance with errands over the next few weeks. What a great initiative --...
