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,...
Special mid-November E-newsletterThis special mid-month e-newsletter is meant to alert you to two matters that may be of interest to you.OC Transpo is proposing City-wide changes to bus routes, many routes in River Ward are likely to be impacted. I have provided details below.There is also an invitation...
For the full e-newsletter, click HERE (en français aussi)For previous issues, click HERE (en français aussi) Dear friends and neighbours of River Ward,On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month…We Will Remember Them.Riley River Ward Electronic Waste Depot November 4 l 10:00am - 4:00pmJunk That Funk will be collecting e-waste in the parking...
For the full e-newsletter, click HERE (en français aussi)For previous issues, click HERE (en français aussi) Dear friends and neighbours of River Ward,Happy October! Look at those leaves slowly turn. By the end of this month, few will remain on the trees. Enjoy this glorious month, by getting...
For the full e-newsletter, click HERE (en français aussi)For previous issues, click HERE (en français aussi) Dear friends and neighbours of River Ward, Happy September. The summer has flown by! With the return of cooler weather and leaves showing signs that autumn is on the way, we now focus on...
For the full e-newsletter, click HERE (en français aussi)For previous issues, click HERE (en français aussi) Dear friends and neighbours of River Ward, Happy Canada Day! Best wishes to one and all celebrating our nation’s 156th birthday. It has been a very busy first half of 2023 at Ottawa...
For the full e-newsletter, click HERE (en français aussi)For previous issues, click HERE (en français aussi) Dear friends and neighbours of River Ward, It is great to see green grass and buds starting to sprout on local trees. With spring flowers popping up in local garden beds, adding welcomed colour...
For the full e-newsletter, click HERE (en français aussi)For previous issues, click HERE (en français aussi) Dear friends and neighbours of River Ward, Happy April. Many of us will be retrieving bicycles from garages, basements and apartment storage rooms, with hopes for good weather and cleared pathways to get out...