Category: Municipal Government
The Derecho that stormed into Stittsville bringing a community together
Where were you on May 21st as alerts rang loudly on cellphones and radio? A storm was on its way – a storm that was immeasurable in the havoc it would cause to our hometown of Stittsville.
Monkeypox – first confirmed case in Ottawa
Ottawa Public Health (OPH) is reporting the first lab-confirmed case of monkeypox in an Ottawa resident. . The risk to the general public at this time is very low.
Provincial mask requirement on public transit ends June 11
The Province of Ontario has announced the provincial mask requirement on public transit will end on Saturday, June 11, masks will no longer be mandatory on OC Transpo…
Are upzoning infills changing the face of our older Stittsville neighbourhoods?
The City of Ottawa is currently reforming their longstanding residential zoning policies under the Urban Design Guidelines for Low-rise Infill Housing that were previously approved in 2012.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
The past two weeks have been memorable for many here in Stittsville after the Derecho blew through. Being kept up-to-date by Councillor Gower…
Doors Open Ottawa celebrates 20th Anniversary – features many local venues
During the first full weekend in June, Doors Open Ottawa will be celebrating its 20th anniversary, and residents and visitors are cordially invited to join in as the doors are re-opened to some of the city’s most beautiful buildings.
Celebrate Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee at Ottawa’s City Hall
To celebrate this historic milestone, the City, in partnership with the Rotary Clubs of District 7040, will hold a beacon lighting ceremony at City Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, on Thursday, June 2.
May 27 evening update from Councillor Gower on power situation, storm clean-up and need for volunteers
Ten. We’re down to ten streets that we know do not have power yet in Stittsville. So we’re in much better shape than we were a couple days ago. But city-wide,…
An evening update for May 26 from Councillor Gower on storm clean-up situation
I checked in on Johnny Leroux, who is doing just fine. He’s 90 years old and still going strong.
Evening update for May 25 on current power and storm clean-up from Councillor Gower
Seems like every time I think I’ve seen the worst of the damage, I find another street with something more serious.
Tuesday, May 24 evening update from Councillor Gower – new information
(City of Ottawa and Red Cross staff are ready to help you at the CardelRec Complex-Goulbourn at 1500 Shea Road. Photo: Councillor Gower) Many more homes have power tonight than…
Important Sunday evening update from Councillor Gower on current power/storm information
Thank you to everyone who is helping out by checking in on neighbours, and assisting with the clean-up in any way that you can.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
The weather held out for Councillor Gower’s Family Bike Ride on Sunday – above is a photo of community members who took part.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Councillor Gower brings to our attention this week, a new community initiative – The Diversity Project…
Get ready for summer fun: 2022 summer camp and activity City eGuides now available online
Get planning your summer activities! Explore the City of Ottawa’s fun summer camps and programs with the Summer 2022 eGuides now available.