Category: Transportation
NOTEBOOK: What OC Transpo’s service changes mean for Stittsville
OC Transpo has announced two changes to their service: the annual spring service adjustments as well as new adjustments made in response to the impact on ridership…
Transit Commission announces OC Transpo service adjustments and cost cutting measures
As we all know well by now, COVID-19 has led to a multitude of changes in our lives, including working and/or studying from home. As such, OC Transpo has seen its ridership numbers over the past year drop significantly. In response,…
Ottawa Police – need a tow know your rights when in a collision
No one wants to be in a collision, but they do occur. In Ottawa, an average of 40 collisions happen every 24 hours – and that’s on good weather days…
Taxes, parking tickets and OC Transpo operating costs a concern for SBA during meeting with Councillor Gower
Several concerns were brought to the attention of Councilor Gower who attended the recent meeting of the Executive of the Stittsville Business Association (SBA)…
Family Day schedule changes and cancellations
The provincial Stay-at-Home order remains in effect on Family Day. The City of Ottawa reminds residents of the following schedule changes for Family Day…
Opportunities to provide comments to City on parks and rec as well as winter maintenance
The City of Ottawa has introduced opportunities for the public to provide comments on two initiatives – the Parks and Recreation Facilities Master Plan and the Winter Maintenance Quality Standards. The City is seeking…
OC Transpo fares and Ottawa Police Service fees to rise January 1st
All OC Transpo fares, except the EquiPass, Community Pass, and Access Pass, will increase by an average of 2.5 per cent. Effective January 1, 2021, Ottawa Police Services will be charging…
Holiday season schedule changes for City and OC Transpo
With the Christmas season and the New Year upon us, the City of Ottawa and OC Transpo have released their schedule changes during the holidays.
COMMUNITY NOTES: From the desk of Councillor Gower
This week Councillor Gower invites you to indicate your interest by December 23 to participate on his committee for Stittsville’s Main Street Revitalization.
OC Transpo ‘my alerts’ user data compromised
In a late afternoon press release, the City of Ottawa is notifying everyone who subscribes to the OC Transpo My Alerts system…
OC Transpo driver transporting Stittsville passengers – tests positive for COVID-19
This evening a press release from OC Transpo announced that they have received confirmation that an operator has tested positive for COVID-19. Their last day of work was November 24.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week, Councillor Gower shares important information from the Ottawa Police regarding safety in our community; winter parking bans;
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week, Councillor Gower has heard your concerns about speeding in Stittsville and addresses this issue. He also is seeking your feedback on…
Mask up or face the consequences – OC Transpo
Ottawa Mayor Jim Watson, at a media event on Friday, strongly emphasized, “No more warnings. As of Tuesday, no mask, no ride, and you will be issued a ticket.”
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
The week Councillor Glen Gower has shared information on the Transporation Master Plan questionnaire, updates from Ottawa Public Health and Thanksgiving, and the Potter’s Key/Echowoods unfinished pathway.