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Building Code Services storm FAQ
La version française suit MY HOME HAS BEEN DAMAGED BECAUSE OF THE SEVERE WEATHER EVENT. WHO DO I CONTACT? Please contact City of Ottawa’s Building Code Services at 613-580-2424 ext. 68855 or email buildingpermits@ottawa.ca if: Your home, building or structure on your...
NOTEBOOK: Wednesday evening update – May 25, 6:00pm
**Please share this information with your friends and neighbours in the community.** I spent most of my afternoon today in the area of Norway Spruce, Henry Goulbourn, and Turtleback. Seems like every time I think I’ve seen the worst of the damage, I find...
Ottawa Public Health: Storm recovery information and resources
La version française suit Severe Storm Information and Resources Ottawa Public Health and the City of Ottawa are committed to sharing the most up-to-date information about recovery from the severe storms this weekend. For updates, including support for residents in...
Accessibility resources for residents affected by severe storm
La version française suit The City has opened many accessible Emergency Reception Centres where residents can access power and services, such as charging mobility devices. The centres are open today, Tuesday, May 24, from 10 am to 10 pm, and locations and hours are...
City offers emergency financial food aid for residents in need affected by power outages
La version française suit If you were affected by the power outage and are in need of financial help, you may complete an application for emergency assistance for loss of food and in exceptional circumstances for help with medication, medical supplies or personal...
City adds more support for post-storm organic waste disposal
La version française suit Anticipating increased need for disposing spoiled food, the City has set up several sites where residents will have ongoing access to organics-only waste dumpsters. Several new sites have been established and more are being added. Bins are in...
NOTEBOOK: Tuesday evening update – May 24, 8:45pm
**Please share this email and information with your friends and neighbours in the community.** Many more homes have power tonight than last night – that's good. But there are still large parts of our community without power. Heading into the 4th day of the power...
NOTEBOOK: Monday evening update – May 23, 7:45pm
**Please share this email and information with your friends and neighbours in the community.** Power is still out at my house and at thousands of homes in Stittsville. I'm at CARDELREC tonight, where hundreds of people have stopped in today to the emergency centre...
Green bin blitz to augment regular waste and green bin collection
La version française suit The City will carry out a green bin blitz over the next few days in the neighbourhoods most affected by the storm to ensure organic waste is collected as soon as possible. Many who lost power will need to dispose of food that has spoiled....
NOTEBOOK: Sunday evening update – May 22, 7:50pm
Tonight I'm writing from my ward office at CARDELREC on Shea Road. Power is out at my home and across most of Stittsville. The City has opened the rec centre as an emergency centre where you can get a shower, plug in your phone, and get food and refreshments. We've...
City crews are responding to storm damage / Les équipes de la Ville répondent aux dommages provoqués par la tempête
For storm updates throughout the day: ottawa.ca Visit https://twitter.com/glengower/ Visit https://facebook.com/councillorglen/ Listen to radio stations CFRA (580 AM), 1310 News (1310AM), CBC Radio (91.5 FM) Update - May 22, 1:05am La version française suit...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Update / May 21 2022
Councillor Glen's Weekly Update for Saturday, May 21, 2022. - Planetary Pathway launch on the Trans Canada Trail - A note about racism in our community & World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue & Development - "Welcome to Stittsville" - multicultural...
Committee moves to improve accountability for vacant property owners
La version française suit The City’s Community and Protective Services Committee approved a new by-law that would hold property owners accountable for managing their vacant buildings and lands through a new permit system. The Vacant Property By-law would require...
Safer Roads Campaign highlights too many fatalities occur on rural roads
La version française suit Safer Roads Ottawa’s new public awareness campaign addresses a key fact: Ottawa sees too many fatal collisions on its rural roadways. The campaign focuses the drivers’ attention on obeying speed limits and watching for potential hazards on...
The Impact of Spongy Moth Outbreak
La version française suit. The City's Forestry Services team is working to lessen the impact of the spongy moth outbreak in Ottawa. Spongy moth is an invasive insect also known as “LDD moth”. It feeds on the foliage of trees during the caterpillar phase of its...
NOTEBOOK: What OC Transpo is doing to reduce bus cancellations
La version française suit I attended today's Transit Commission meeting and focused my questions on recent bus cancellations. We've seen a higher-than-usual number of cancellations in recent weeks – at least one cancellation daily for routes serving Stittsville,...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Newsletter: May 18
Our newsletter is published every Wednesday and reaches over 6,000 residents. Subscribe here... Bulletin hebdomadaire du conseiller Glen :...
JUNE 4: Councillor Chat (in person!) / Causerie avec le conseiller
La version française suit Join us on Saturday, June 4 from 10:00am-11:00am for our next Councillor Chat. We'll be in-person again, this time at the trailhead on the Trans Canada Trail, located immediately south of Ritual (1510 Stittsville Main). This is an informal...
Victoria Day schedule changes / Changements des horaires pour la fête de la Reine (2022)
La version française suit The City of Ottawa would like to remind residents of the following schedule changes and impacts to City services for the Victoria Day holiday on Monday, May 23. Client Service Centres The City’s 3-1-1 Contact Centre will be open for urgent...
Q&A: What about the traffic on Stittsville Main?
La version française suit Photo by Barry Gray/Photo de Barry Gray Last week we shared details about the recommended Public Realm Plan for Stittsville Main Street, including major improvements for cyclists and pedestrians. Thank you to everyone who has shared feedback...
