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JULY 10: Special statement from Dr. Vera Etches
La version française suit I want to start by thanking businesses in Ottawa and the community for your constant ability to adapt and support each other as information regarding COVID-19 continues to evolve. The numbers show that we have been successful so far in...
Bike theft prevention tips from the Ottawa Police
La version française suit The Ottawa Police Break and Enter Unit has seen a recent increase in bicycle thefts from sheds, garages, and residential building storage areas, and would like to remind bicycle owners of some ways to help keep your bike secure. If you reside...
The eGuide for swimming lessons is now online, ahead of July 13 registration
La version française suit The eGuide for the COVID-modified swimming lessons is now online, ahead of the registration that takes place on Monday, July 13 at 9 pm. Weekly sessions begin Monday, July 20. The City’s reformatted Learn to Swim Program incorporates COVID-19...
Local health units announce regional approach to mandatory masks
La version française suit Today Medical Officers of Health from Eastern Ontario Health Unit; Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit; Renfrew County and District Health and Ottawa Public Health announced a regional approach to the use of masks in their...
New zoning proposed for 5725 Fernbank Road
La version française suit The City of Ottawa has received a Zoning Bylaw Amendment application to rezone part of the land at 5725 Fernbank Road to allow more types of homes to be built, including semi-detached homes and townhomes. The land is south of Cope Drive and...
Six-storey building proposed for next phase of Wellings
La version française suit The City of Ottawa has received a Site Plan Control application to construct two 6-storey buildings: a mixed use building with ground floor retail uses and 220 apartments on the upper floors, and a 6-storey apartment building with 194...
JULY 3: Joint Statement – Mayor Jim Watson and Councillor Keith Egli
La version française suit Over the course of Ottawa’s response to COVID-19, Dr. Vera Etches and Ottawa Public Health (OPH) have encouraged the use of cloth masks when unable to maintain a two-metre physical distance. It is not always possible to know going into an...
UPDATE: Reopening plans for City services and facilities
La version française suit The City will have COVID-related safety protocols and features in place as it prepares for the reopening of some of its facilities and services on Monday, July 6. The City’s plan is based on guidance from Ottawa Public Health and aligns with...
UPDATE: Gradual reopening of pools and modified swimming instruction
La version française suit The City is now planning for a phased-approach to opening wading pools and a gradual opening of indoor and outdoor swimming pool facilities – with COVID-19 prevention measures. Wading pools Wading pools across the city will open in a phased...
JUNE 29: Special statement from Dr. Vera Etches
La version française suit This year, Canada Day is going to look and feel a little different. With no signature events downtown or large community gatherings, you may find yourself finding new ways to celebrate Canada Day. The most Canadian thing we can do is continue...
OC Transpo returning to full summer service on Sunday, June 28
(Photo by tsaiproject. Used under a creative commons license.) La version française suit OC Transpo will resume full summer service starting Sunday, June 28, to give more travel options as more customers begin using transit once again. OC Transpo will reinstate all...
COUNCIL UPDATE: Council receives plan to eliminate 2020 deficit due to COVID-19
La version française suit The City remains in a state of emergency due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. City services are fully engaged in responding to the emergency, resuming services safely and preparing for a potential second wave of the virus. City Council today...
JUNE 24: Special statement from Dr. Vera Etches
La version française suit Based on the most recent modelling update, Ottawa is currently at 68 per cent physical distancing effectiveness. Physical distancing effectiveness describes how fast COVID-19 spreads in Ottawa compared to if there was no physical distancing....
JUNE 22: Special statement from Dr. Sarah Funnell, Associate Medical Officer of Health
La version française suit Kwey, Aniin, Shé:kon, Ainngai, Taanshi, This past weekend we celebrated both National Indigenous Peoples Day and summer solstice, a time of celebration and new beginnings. Many Ottawans spent the weekend outdoors and enjoyed the beauty of the...
Ottawa Opens Emergency Cooling Centres during Heat Warning
La version française suit A heat warning has been issued by Environment and Climate Change Canada for the City of Ottawa for today and into next week. Heat warnings mean extra precautions need to be taken by everyone. Some of the usual ways we cool off may not be...
Update on recreation and cultural programs and facility and park rentals
La version française suit Due to the current Provincial COVID-19 restrictions, the City will be cancelling its regular summer recreation and cultural programming and many of its rental agreements. Starting July 6, summer day camps will take place in a redesigned...
JUNE 17: Special statement from Dr. Brent Moloughney
La version française suit Ottawa Board of Health recognizes racism as a public health issue Racism, discrimination and stigma are associated with poor physical, mental and emotional health and higher mortality rates. Anti-black racism, anti-indigenous racism and...
Enforcement of on-street parking limits resumes on June 29
La version française suit Starting Monday, June 29, the City will resume the enforcement of parking in excess of posted time limits, including 15-minute, one-hour, two-hour, three-hour and six-hour zones. Initially, parking control officers will issue warning notices...
NOTEBOOK: Committee approves funding for Stittsville transportation study
La version française suit Last week the City's Transportation Committee gave the go-ahead for an Environmental Assessment (EA) Study for two important transportation links in our community: Huntmar Drive north of Maple Grove, and the Stittsville Main Street extension...
UPDATE: Reopening of recreational services, including sports fields and splash pads
La version française suit The forecast looks brighter as the City of Ottawa implements the required public health and safety measures to reopen sports fields, ball diamonds and all City splash pads. Stage 2 of the Provincial government’s reopening framework now...
