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Special Advisory: Winter weather parking ban in effect on Monday, January 26 from 10am to 7pm
La version française suit A winter weather parking ban will be in effect on Monday, January 26 from 10am-7pm across Ottawa. These hours might be extended if additional time is needed to complete winter road operations. Alternative parking during a parking ban can be...
Winter storm resources
La version française suit We've collected some links with useful local information to help you through the winter storm. When there's severe weather, stay at home if you can. If you have to head out, check the conditions first, go slow, and stay safe! Weather Check...
January 26: OC Transpo info session for Stittsville and Kanata residents
La version française suit Originally published January 15, 2025 On Monday, January 26, Councillor Glen Gower, Councillor Cathy Curry and Councillor Allan Hubley will be co-hosting an OC Transpo info session for residents of Stittsville and Kanata. OC Transpo staff...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Video / January 24, 2026
Good morning! Today I’m at Bradley-Craig Park, one of three new outdoor rinks in Stittsville for this season. (I recorded today’s update on Friday, due to the cold weather forecast!) https://youtu.be/Cpqdx_IDteE This week’s updates: Stitt Street Park consultation...
OC Transpo update: O-Train Line 1 service delivery and bus service delivery action plan
(Adapted from an email sent from OC Transpo staff to City Council) https://www.youtube.com/live/nDlzrDmgCw0?si=Geu8UJsWc1pBNlFU O-Train Line 1 operations On Thursday, January 22, Line 1 operated with a mixture of single-car trains and double-car trains with no...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Newsletter: January 21, 2026
NOTEBOOK: Changes to Stittsville’s fire coverage boundaries
La version française suit About 5,000 property owners in Stittsville received letters this month with information about an increase to taxes due to revisions of the “Urban Fire Boundary”. A sample of the letter is included below. The letters took many people...
Winter helmet safety – let’s stay safe and have fun!
La version française suit If you’re heading out to enjoy winter fun like skating, skiing, or sledding, remember to keep safety top of mind for yourself and your loved ones. A properly fitted helmet, used for the sport or activity it is designed for, can help protect...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Video / January 17, 2026
Good morning! Today I’m at the outdoor rink at Mark Yakabuski Park, on Haliburton Heights in the Fernbank area. https://youtu.be/VCMIFCqmMkc This week’s updates: Snow! Thanks to snow plow operators, and thanks to residents for co-operating with the parking ban. Plus...
OC Transpo weekly update on the bus service delivery action plan
La version française suit (Email sent from OC Transpo staff) Mayor and Members of Council, The purpose of this email is to provide an update on the key performance indicators used to measure progress on initiatives that are part of the Bus Service Delivery Action...
Stitt Street Park playground renewal concept designs
Originally published December 2, 2025 La version française suit Due to the weather forecast for Saturday, January 24, the Stitt St. Park Consultation has been cancelled. We encourage residents to visit Engage Ottawa to share their feedback on the project. If you have...
Council approves next steps to purchase the Capital Region Resource Recovery Centre
La version française suit City Council approved next steps to purchase the Capital Region Resource Recovery Centre (CRRRC), a privately owned waste management site in Ottawa’s east end. The CRRRC is the first and only landfill approved by the Province in more than...
Become a waste reduction champion
La version française suit The City is launching a new Waste Reduction Champion Program to support waste reduction, recycling, and composting in apartments and condos. If you live in a multi-unit condo, townhome complex or apartment building and are passionate about...
Special advisory: overnight winter weather parking ban in effect on Thursday, January 15 from 7 pm to 7 am
La version française suit Due to weather conditions, an overnight winter weather parking ban will be in effect on Thursday, January 15 between 7 pm and 7 am across Ottawa. These hours might be extended if additional time is needed to complete winter road operations....
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Newsletter: January 14, 2026
Put your safety first when buying and selling online
La version française suit The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) reminds everyone to prioritize their personal safety while conducting online marketplace purchases and sales. Prioritize your personal safety when arranging to meet with strangers for a trade with these safety...
Enhancements to block parties as of January 2, 2026
La version française suit As part of the Highway Events By-law (No. 2025-243) that came into force on January 2, 2026, block parties are defined as a closure of one segment of a local or collector road, for a period of one-day or less to host a social gathering for...
OPS to provide text updates and feedback opportunities for emergency and non-emergency callers
La version française suit Ottawa residents who call police for help will soon have more clarity and reassurance while they wait. Through CommunityConnect, the Ottawa Police Service (OPS) is introducing a new way to keep callers informed and engaged, offering text...
NOTEBOOK: Latest results from the Vacant Unit Tax program
La version française suit (This post originally appeared in my Substack newsletter.) The Vacant Unit Tax declaration portal is once again open on ottawa.ca. If you’re an Ottawa property owner, remember to take a few minutes to complete your declaration ahead of the...
Special advisory: daytime winter weather parking ban in effect on Sunday, January 11 from 10 am to 7 pm
La version française suit Due to weather conditions, a daytime winter weather parking ban will be in effect on Sunday, January 11 between 10 am and 7 pm across Ottawa. These hours might be extended if additional time is needed to complete winter road operations....
