Category: Municipal Government
Cleaning the Capital 2022 Spring Campaign
Spring is on the horizon, and with it comes spring cleaning – not just in the house, but in the community as well. Registration for Cleaning the Capital’s Spring Campaign starts on March 15th.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Councillor Gower is encouraging residents to make a humanitarian relief donation to the Red Cross for the people of Ukraine.
Crossing Guards needed for three Stittsville schools
The Ottawa Crossing Guard program is a partnership between the City of Ottawa and the Ottawa Safety Council (OSC).
Motions to be heard at City Council to assist businesses affected by convoy occupation
We will be bringing forward a number of motions at Council on Wednesday to provide relief and assistance, as well as help attract customers back to downtown…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This past week has been a week like no other in our capital city. Councillor Gower shares his thoughts on the events and asks residents to support the affected businesses and restaurants…
Schedule changes and cancellations for Family Day and upcoming week
The City of Ottawa reminds residents of the following schedule changes for Family Day on Monday, February 21. Due to the situation in Ottawa, there may be additional impacts on City…
Why a full environmental assessment review for the Carp Road landfill is needed
Harold Moore has been a formidable voice in the fight against the landfill expansion and his voice continues to raise concerns.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
What a week it has been for Ottawa folks. Councillor Gower provides an update on the latest information from the City of Ottawa Emergency Operations Centre and the Ottawa Police…
Open Letter: Opposition to planning committee consideration to amend zoning – 6015, 6021 and 6041 Fernbank Road
(A photo of the 6015, 6021 and 6041 area of Fernbank Road prior to the clear-cutting of the old-growth forest. Photo: Google Maps) I reside on Liard Street, which directly…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week, Councillor Gower provides an update as to the status of the downtown situation as at Sunday evening. He shares the news of John Curry’s passing and his thoughts,
Amended proposal for 6015, 6021, and 6041 Fernbank Road comes before Planning Committee this week
A zoning by-law amendment and subdivision plan revision for 6015, 6021 and 6041 Fernbank Road, submitted by Tartan Land Consultants, will come before the City of Ottawa Planning Committee
Restart of drop-in recreation activities -note some winter programs are reduced or cancelled
With the Province of Ontario relaxing restrictions on Monday, January 31, the City will resume drop-in recreation and cultural activities at select locations with 50 per cent capacity levels.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Our freedom in Canada also comes with a responsibility to look out for one another, and to respect our fellow neighbours and citizens. These values were completely missing from the protests over the weekend.
Convoy demonstrations will affect many roads throughout Ottawa
The truckers’ convoy using Ottawa roadways have begun to arrive today and their effect will be felt throughout the weekend.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
In this week’s update from Councillor Gower, shares the kindness shown from our community to the families who lost their homes in the recent fire on Aridus Crescent and links to donate to support the families effected.