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The following memo was provided by OC Transpo and provides an overview of the transit service changes that will be starting on Sunday, June 28 and Monday, June 29, 2015. These changes are part of OC Transpo’s regular schedule adjustments, which take place four times...

Following an update from city officials, I can provide the following update on the future pedestrian crossing planned for Fisher Avenue at Tunis Avenue. City Officials are currently wrapping up the design work required for the signalized pedestrian crossing.  Once completed, the designs would need to...

The Central Park neighbourhood will see improvements to its largest park in the coming weeks, when Celebration Park receives new playground equipment, park furniture and some new trees. Construction for the playground improvements at Celebration Park is anticipated to begin at the beginning of May, 2015...

Dear Residents, As we approach the spring and summer months, I would like to provide you with some information on the Spring and Summer Construction season that we will be experiencing across the City of Ottawa. I am pleased to see the City investing over $400...

  While most routes within River Ward are not affected by the upcoming service adjustments for the construction of the Confederation Line, many residents may be affected if travelling to other areas of the city. Construction begins on June 28 on the Transitway between Blair and...

Dear Residents, The City’s Forestry Department conducts a yearly tree planting program across the City of Ottawa to help beautify the city streetscapes, plant trees where they are needed, and to improve the environment. This year’s tree planting program is scheduled to begin the week of...

Dear Residents, I wanted to provide an update I have received from the City’s Forestry Department with respect to the maintenance of the parks in our local communities that have been affected by the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB). As I am sure you have noticed, we have...

The City’s Infrastructure Department has advised that construction will resume to complete the Vancouver Avenue Watermain replacement project. Excavation to provide temporary water services during construction is currently scheduled to begin the week of April 13th, weather permitting. Watermain installation should begin soon after. The City...

Ottawa – The City of Ottawa invites residents to take part in a public consultation on Monday, March 30 about plans for the Confederation Line West Light Rail Transit (LRT) Extension. The City and the National Capital Commission (NCC) Working Group recently announced an agreement in...