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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....
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Video / January 10, 2026
Good morning! Today I’m at Silas Bradley Park (Orvieto Way at Edenwylde) in the Edenwylde neighbourhood. It’s one of 16 outdoor rinks in Stittsville. A big thank you to all of the volunteers who are working hard this season to keep the ice in great shape… despite the...
OC Transpo: Update on current bus service delivery and action plan
(Memo sent from OC Transpo staff) The purpose of this memo is to provide the Mayor and Members of Council with an update on the short and long-term actions OC Transpo is taking to improve bus service delivery for customers. Recently, there has been an increase in...
NOTEBOOK: A visit to the Traffic Operations Centre
La version française suit At the end of November, our team took a tour of Ottawa’s Traffic Operations Centre on Loretta Avenue. Tucked in beside the Queensway, this old industrial building is where staff monitor and adjust traffic signals, fabricate street signs,...
Vacant Unit Tax declaration portal now open
La version française suit The Vacant Unit Tax declaration portal is now open on ottawa.ca. If you're a property owner, remember to take a few minutes to complete your declaration ahead of the deadline. A reminder that declarations are required annually. Email...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Newsletter: January 7, 2026
City accepting applications for Ottawa’s community-led greening initiatives and gardening program
La version française suit The City of Ottawa is inviting community groups to submit project proposals under the Community-led Greening Initiatives and Gardening Program. This program allows communities to create or expand gardens and greening projects on City land....
Top 5 most common causes of power outages in 2025
(re-posted from the Hydro Ottawa web site) La version française suit Power outages can be disruptive, but understanding what causes them can make the experience a little less stressful. Each year, we gather detailed information about the outages in our service area....
January 2026: Multicultural & Human Rights Calendar
La version française suit We publish a monthly calendar listing the main commemorative dates of various religions and cultures, as well as important dates related to strengthening human rights and diversity. If you have comments or suggestions for dates to add to the...
