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You can say ‘no’ to the tow – here’s why
La version française suit If you are in a collision or your vehicle breaks down, be aware that tow trucks operating legally in Ottawa must be licensed. Licensed tows have a yellow license plate with a purple sticker that reads ‘Ottawa 2024’ or the year until which the...
Council approves City’s first nightlife economy action plan
La version française suit Council today approved the City’s first nightlife economy action plan to develop and promote nightlife activities and experiences between 6 pm and 6 am, and to create a more vibrant, diverse, inclusive, viable, safe and well-managed nightlife...
UPDATE: Ontario Land Tribunal Decision For 1981 Maple Grove
La version française suit. On April 18, 2023, the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) ordered the approval of the Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law Amendment applications at 1981 Maple Grove Road. The appellant, Claridge Homes, and the City of Ottawa were in...
Spring 2023 tree planting update
(Photo: Maple trees at Putney Park) La version française suit Forestry Services’ Spring Tree Planting Program started last week and will continue until the end of June. This includes tree planting in parks, at City facilities, and along streets through Forestry...
NOTEBOOK: How police are tackling vehicle theft
La version française suit Last week, the provincial government announced that it will be investing $51 million to help fight auto theft in Ontario. According to the news release, this funding will be delivered over three years and includes the creation of an...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Newsletter: May 10, 2023
Our newsletter is published every Wednesday and reaches over 8,500 residents. Subscribe here... Bulletin hebdomadaire du conseiller Glen : 10 mai...
ROAD CLOSURE: Shea Road southbound from Fernbank to Flewellyn starting May 15
La version française suit. Shea Road Southbound Closure – Shea Village Subdivision Underground Servicing Works and Road Reconstruction May 15-July 31, 2023 Note: The closure has been extended to August 15, 2023. Please be advised that Thomas Cavanagh Construction...
May 9: Ottawa Public Health Update
La version française suit Emergency Preparedness Week - May 7-13, 2023 Emergency Preparedness Week has been a national event for over 25 years and aims to promote awareness about the importance of knowing what to do before, during and after an emergency. We know that...
Frequently Asked Questions (Part 1): Curbside Waste Diversion Policy
La version française suit (See Part 2 here) 1. Why is the City recommending changes to the curbside garbage collection program? Answer: The aim of the proposed new policy is to divert unnecessary waste from the landfill, encourage residents to use recycling and green...
PHOTOS: Jane’s Walk 2023 on Stittsville Main Street
La version française suit. Thanks to everyone who joined us for this year's Jane's Walk on Stittsville Main Street. The walking tour lasted about 75 minutes and included discussions about the past, present and future of the street. We also talked about some of Jane...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Video / May 6, 2023
Good morning! This week's update is from Crossing Bridge Park on Hobin Street. This week's info: Ottawa River Flooding - volunteers needed, visit WestCarletonRelief.ca Bear sightings Proposal for a new "Pay-As-You-Throw" garbage bag system Crossing Bridge Park renewal...
City considers new curbside garbage policy to divert waste from landfill
La version française suit To reduce unnecessary waste going to landfill and increase participation in recycling and Green Bin programs, the City is considering a new policy to change curbside garbage collection in Ottawa to a partial pay-as-you-throw program. In a...
May 13: Councillor Chat
Join us on Saturday, May 13 from 11am to 1pm for our next Councillor Chat. We’ll be in-person, at Village Square Park, 6000 Abbott Street East. This is an informal drop-in where residents can meet Councillor Glen, ask a question, share ideas, or just say hello! “Slow...
May 4: Ottawa Public Health Update
La version française suit Red Dress Day (May 5) - National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people in Canada have been the targets of violence for far too long. We...
Committee receives report offering affordable housing options
La version française suit The City’s Planning and Housing Committee today received a report called Our City Starts with Home, which could help inform future policies and actions aimed at increasing the supply of affordable housing in Ottawa. The report presents...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Newsletter: May 3, 2023
Our newsletter is published every Wednesday and reaches over 8,500 residents. Subscribe here... Bulletin hebdomadaire du conseiller Glen : 3 mai...
Committee approves nightlife economy action plan
La version française suit The Finance and Corporate Services Committee today approved the City’s first nightlife economy action plan to develop and promote nightlife activities and experiences between 6 pm and 6 am, and create a more vibrant, diverse, inclusive,...
Crossing Bridge Park Renewal: Concept plans
La version française suit The City of Ottawa is seeking input on concept plans prepared for the lifecycle replacement of the playground equipment in Crossing Bridge Park. The scope of the current lifecycle replacement project is specific to a pathway replacement from...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Video / April 29, 2023
Good morning! This week's update is from the Amberwood golf course on Springbrook Drive. A real gem in our community with golf, pickleball, swimming, ALE restaurant, and more. This week's updates: Provincial funding for supportive housing and homelessness programs...
April 5 Ice Storm: Public Works Cleanup Operations Weekly Update – April 28
La version française suit We have now entered the fourth week of recovery efforts following the April 5 significant weather event. Public Works remains in activated operations and work continues across the City. For many services within Public Works, this is not...
