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UPDATE: The sign construction that’s snarling the Queensway
La version française suit For the past few weeks, Ottawa drivers have experienced very heavy traffic in both directions on the Queensway due to lane changes and reductions in place for installation of a new highway sign. Here’s some information provided by City of...
Council approves projects to enhance the downtown and ByWard Market experience
La version française suit Council today approved projects to help revitalize and enhance the downtown and ByWard Market. The funding to support these initiatives will be reallocated from the William Street pedestrian and streetscape project, funded by the...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Newsletter: May 27, 2026
May 26: Stittsville Youth Art Showcase
La version française suit As part of the 2026 Cleaning the Capital Spring Campaign, we’re proud to present the Stittsville Youth Art Showcase, a creative outdoor exhibition celebrating environmental stewardship and community pride. This initiative invited kids and...
Upcoming Granite Ridge stormwater pond maintenance
La version française suit The City of Ottawa will be undertaking maintenance work on the Granite Ridge stormwater management (SWM) pond and drainage ditch located at 164 Iber Road and 185 Iber Road, respectively. This work is scheduled to begin this summer. WHY:...
4 Baywood: Guardian Angels Elementary School Site Plan Control application
La version française suit A Site Plan Control application has been submitted by the Ottawa Catholic School Board to build two one-storey additions to Guardian Angels Elementary School, located on the south side of Baywood Drive. The proposal will add six new...
May 26: Stittsville North (W2) future neighbourhood open house #2
UPDATE: This event will now have a project overview presentation starting at 7:30 p.m., followed by a Q&A session. Originally posted on May 3, 2026 La version française suit The second open house for the Stittsville North (W2) future neighbourhood development plan...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Video / May 23, 2026
Good morning! Today I’m at Par-La-Ville Park in the Fairwinds neighbourhood. This week’s updates: Ottawa Race Weekend Queensway traffic School zone traffic calming “Slow Down for Us” signs Councillor Chat TODAY at Food Basics, 10am-12pm Monday: Health Care Equity in...
Proposed “speed cushions” near St. Stephen School and Sacred Heart High School
La version française suit Last fall, the Ontario Government banned the use of Automated Speed Enforcement (speed cameras) anywhere in the province, including school zones. As a replacement, they’ve created a new “Road Safety Initiatives Fund (RSIF)” with $210-million...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Newsletter: May 20, 2026
Committee takes steps to speed up new home construction in Ottawa
La version française suit The Planning and Housing Committee today approved changes to the Official Plan that will help reduce delays in new housing construction. The changes will allow the City to approve new subdivisions faster while still making sure water, sewer...
6250 Hazeldean Road: Minor Zoning By-law Amendment and Site Plan
La version française suit The City of Ottawa has received Minor Zoning By-law Amendment and Site Plan Control applications for 6250 Hazeldean Road. The site is at the corner of Hazeldean and Carp where the Petro-Canada gas station is located. The owner, Suncor, wants...
June is Let’s Bike Month in Ottawa
La version française suit Organized by EnviroCentre, Let’s Bike Month encourages people to bike for transportation and track the environmental impact of cycling instead of driving! Whether you already bike everywhere or want to try for the very first time, everyone is...
Committee expands Rain Ready Ottawa to help more residents protect their homes from flooding
La version française suit The Environment and Climate Change Committee today approved a new pilot rebate stream under the City’s Rain Ready Ottawa program to help residents and multi-residential housing providers better manage rainwater and reduce flooding risks. The...
319 Huntmar: Site Plan Control application
La version française suit The City of Ottawa has received a Site Plan Control application for the construction of six residential buildings at 319 Huntmar Drive, between Tanger Outlets and the Queensway. Feedmill Creek runs along the north side of the property. Each...
Spring is here — Join the 2026 Cleaning the Capital Campaign in Stittsville!
Originally published on March 22, 2026 La version française suit Spring has arrived, bringing another opportunity for Stittsville residents to get outside, enjoy the fresh air, and give back to our community. The Cleaning the Capital 2026 Spring Campaign runs from...
Victoria Day schedule changes (2026)
Originally published May 13, 2026 La version française suit The City of Ottawa would like to remind residents of the following schedule changes and City service impacts for the Victoria Day holiday on Monday, May 18. Client Service Centres The City’s 3-1-1 Contact...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Video / May 16, 2026
Good morning! Today I’m at Ralph Street Park (on Ralphpark Street). This week at City Council I introduced a “notice of motion” to rename this park in memory of Marion Gullock, a tireless and dedicated volunteer who lived on this street for nearly 68 years....
NOTEBOOK: Recap of Transit Committee on May 14, 2026
La version française suit Celebrating safety At the start of meeting, we recognized the recipients of this year’s Chief Safety Officer Award, Safe Driving Awards, and the Transecure Call of the Year Award, and their efforts to make our city a safer and better place....
UPDATE: Stittsville South Urban Boundary Expansion comes to committee on May 20
UPDATE: City Council voted to reject this application on May 27. La version française suit The Official Plan Amendment application for the Stittsville South Urban Boundary Expansion is on the agenda for Planning and Housing Committee on May 20, 2026. The land is...
