Category: Health
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Youth Ottawa is introducing an opportunity to join a Youth Municipal Election to run, campaign and vote while providing an opportunity for youth…
Tis the season of the deer tick – but don’t let this keep you housebound
According to Ottawa Public Health, to date in 2026, there have been 29 confirmed or probable cases in Ottawa. With the increase in the number of cases reported in the Ottawa area…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
The cooler weather just doesn’t seem to be ending and neither are Councillor Gower’s updates for our community. This week, the Councillor invites residents to attend a presentation…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Councillor Gower and the community celebrated the tremendous volunteers in our community. Behind every project, there is a volunteer generously…
The plight of critical insects – Pollinators the absolute MVP’s of life on Earth
Spraying to kill mosquitos creates long-term ecological and health damage. The healthiest, most mosquito-resistant yard is one that supports pollinators…
Join Canadian musicians in supporting cancer research with the 2026 Terry Fox Run merchandise
Keep Terry’s dream alive and raise the funds needed for a better tomorrow. All proceeds from the merchandise sales are donated to cancer research.
Soar into space at Jack’s Gala: Reaching for the Stars
The space-themed gala will honor eight-year-old Jack Laidlaw of Stittsville – an aspiring astronaut who dreams of one day being the first person to walk on Mars.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Councillor Gower thanks everyone who organized and participated in the Coldest Night of the Year fundraising walk hosted by Lionhearts Ottawa Inc.
Just Released: Nature’s Path to Wellness
The short video explores how connecting with nature through your senses can help reduce anxiety, lift your mood, and start you – step by calming step – down the path to wellness.
Ontario is funding the expansion of the primary care workforce in Ottawa
This funding includes an additional $909,335 investment in Ottawa that will add 9 health-care workers to local primary care teams as part of Ontario’s…
The gift of mobility will allow young Raechel McIntyre to move independently in her family home
The cost of installing a residential elevator can be excessive, and with your gift, Rae will have the mobility a little girl will love while immeasurably enhancing her quality of life.
When the flu comes to town – tips to alleviate the misery
Not only is it cold season, but when combined with the flu – a highly contagious respiratory infection caused by a virus – the weeks can be miserable.
The Purse Project celebrates a successful tenth year
What began a decade ago as a simple idea to provide dignity and essential hygiene items to those in need has grown into a city-wide effort that continues to make a meaningful difference.
Ontario reducing wait times for Orthopedic surgeries
As the government expands the number of surgeries and procedures being done through community surgical and diagnostic centres, it is also ensuring these centres are integrated and linked with…
Ten years of the Purse Project / Re-fill Project
The Ottawa Police Service and our partners Shoppers Drug Mart and Citron Hygiene are once again inviting Ottawa residents to help us collect personal hygiene products for women in the…