OC Transpo’s Customer Service Centres (CSC) were closed to the public on March 17, 2020, following the declaration by the Province of Ontario of a state of emergency in response to the global COVID-19 pandemic. As a result, OC Transpo has not been able to process...
Dear Carlington Neighbour, The future expansion and renovation of the Alexander Community Centre in the Carlington community is one of my top priorities. I have authorized an expenditure of $60,000 to fund a community-led Needs Assessment. The City of Ottawa is about to undertake a Carlington...
New measures have been implemented at the four City of Ottawa Long-Term Care Homes as of Thursday, May 7 to facilitate visitors on the grounds of the Homes while ensuring the safety of residents, visitors, and staff. Process for scheduled visits Visitors are asked to contact the...
The City of Ottawa is extending a challenge to our business community: send us your proposals for technology innovations that will accelerate Ottawa’s ability to get the workforce back to work and safely resume business operations. In the months ahead, the gradual easing of pandemic restrictions...
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...