The City, in consultation with Ottawa Public Health (OPH), is advising that the limited use of some spaces in City parks and beaches is now permitted. This does not include the use of sports fields and courts. Effective immediately, individuals and families can enjoy fresh air...
My office has received a copy of the Spring 2020 Construction Notices for the Stage 2 Trillium Line South Extension project which will also be posted on Ottawa.ca/stage2. As construction works and designs progress, the project management team will continue to distribute notices of impactful work...
[Originally published April 16, 2020] My office has gathered the details on all open grocery stores, pharmacies and other stores that sell essential items within and near River Ward so you have a list of who is still available. Click the map illustration below to access the...
Following motions from the Ottawa Board of Health at its meeting of April 20, 2020 and Ottawa City Council at its meeting of April 22, 2020, Ottawa Public Health has developed web-based guidance for local community gardens. Ottawa Public Health has supported our local partner, Just...
The City of Ottawa Rail Construction Program has been undergoing a connectivity review with Alta Planning (active transportation consultants) and have developed some considerations for the project in terms of enhanced pedestrian, cycling, and motor vehicle connectivity to the future transit stations. Most notably for...
River Ward Community Update Dear Friends and Neighbours in River Ward, Today marks seven weeks since the Province of Ontario closed schools and eventually declared a State of Emergency in order to battle COVID-19. As we continue with life under physical distancing and self-isolation regulations in our...
O-Train Line 2 The last day of Line 2 service is Saturday May 2. The full-length of O-Train Line 2 will then close for approx. 2 years for Stage 2 construction. Starting on Sunday May 3, Line 2 buses will operate in place of the train. Read...
The City has completed the first phase of its Solid Waste Master Plan, a 30-year plan that will guide how it manages solid waste. Phase one provides an overview of the current state of the City’s waste management system, including collection, diversion and processing. It outlines...
Ottawa – O-Train Line 1 will close temporarily and be replaced by R1 bus service on Saturday, May 2 and Sunday, May 3, and again from Saturday, May 9 until Wednesday, May 13. These closures will enable Rideau Transit Group the opportunity to complete maintenance activities and...
Ottawa Public Health has launched a new Facebook page for residents 55+ and their caregivers. Aging Well in Ottawa provides credible information and resources on various healthy aging topics such as nutrition, physical activity, mental health and more. https://www.facebook.com/AgingWellInOttawa/ Santé publique Ottawa a lancé une nouvelle page...
The City of Ottawa's Human Needs Task Force has chosen the Jim Durrell Arena (1265 Walkley Road) for a temporary physical distancing shelter. The singles shelters in Ottawa are currently operating at capacity and it is not currently possible to create or meet the physical distancing recommendations of Ottawa...
Ottawa – The City’s Planning Committee and Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee will meet on Monday, May 11 to consider a growth management strategy that will guide how Ottawa grows. Residents interested in providing feedback to the two committees are encouraged to review the report, which recommends a balanced growth...