At the eleventh hour on the eleventh day of the eleventh month – we will remember them. As Remembrance Day approaches (November 11) please take time to reflect on the personal sacrifices made for us. We must and will remember them. On October 24, Hunt Club...
October is probably one of my top three favourite months - the spectacular leaves, pumpkins, ghosts and goblins and opportunities to give thanks with family. I draw your attention to a number of in-person meetings the City is hosting this month to showcase the Zoning Bylaw...
Welcome back. May I offer my very best wishes to everyone in the school system, students, educators and everyone else who are part of the team, I trust you will have a successful year ahead. With more pedestrians and cyclists travelling to and from school, we...
Although the Ottawa Exhibition no longer exists, I can’t help but remember many happy summers attending this amazing event at Lansdowne Park every time the calendar turns to August. The evenings may get a bit cooler this month, but there is still much to enjoy...
Happy Canada Day! Enjoy a great day, celebrating a terrific country, a country with near infinite possibilities and opportunities. There are many celebrations happening across the downtown core today, be safe and have fun. Please note that OC Transpo is free all day today. Enjoy River...
What a great month ahead for all of our local graduates. Let us take some time this month to celebrate the academic achievements of all graduates, congratulations! In addition to celebrating graduates, this month has Shavuot, Father Day’s, Eid-al-Adha*, the First Day of Summer, National Indigenous Peoples Day and Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day. I am...
May I take this opportunity to wish all mothers, grandmothers, aunts and mother figures, a very Happy Mother’s Day (May 12). I am hosting my annual Mother’s Day High Tea on May 11, with two afternoon seatings. Whether the issue is the need for more consistent...
April showers bring May flowers. I hope you enjoy this first full month of Spring. For those who celebrated, I trust you had an enjoyable Easter weekend. On April 10 (tentative date), Eid-al-Fitr, a major holiday, is celebrated by Muslims and commemorates the end of the holy month...
Dear friends and neighbours of River Ward,Spring will officially arrive in a few weeks, but it certainly feels this week that we have a head start. I am pleased to be hosting three main events in the ward this month: Trivia Night (March 2), Women’s Day...
Dear friends and neighbours of River Ward,Happy February! February may be the shortest month of the year, but it is filled with many important activities and special events. We start by celebrating and recognizing Black History Month, a month to celebrate the many achievements and contributions of...
Dear friends and neighbours of River Ward,Happy New Year. May 2024 be a year of good health and prosperity for you and your family. For those celebrating Orthodox Christmas on January 6, my very best to you and your family. I am proud to share with...
As December is now here, let us enjoy the many opportunities this month to gather with friends, family and community. Across Ottawa, festivities related to Hanukkah (December 7 - 13), Christmas (December 25) and Kwanzaa (December 26 - January 1) will be held. From my family to yours,...