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Enhanced Stay-at-Home Order: City closes some outdoor rec facilities – masks to be worn at playgrounds
Masks required at or within five metres of playground equipment. Some outdoor rec facilities are closed.
New measures jointly discussed by OPH, OPS and By-law to curb COVID-19 transmission
Representatives of Ottawa Public Health (OPH), City of Ottawa By-law and Regulatory Services, and Ottawa Police Service (OPS) met to discuss how the new measures might best be administered for a positive impact on health.
Ottawa Police provide further update on new provincial authorities to support public health orders
The Ottawa Police Service continues to work with its public health, municipal and policing partners to implement new Provincial enforcement measures to support public health orders announced by the Province Friday.
Ottawa Police will not be conducting random stops
The OPS will not be conducting random stops. We will be taking a deliberate and careful approach that emphasizes equity, legality, and efficacy in the application of these authorities with the specific and exclusive purpose to support public health measures.
The K2V ‘hot spot’ controversy
The addition of the K2V postal code being listed as a ‘hot spot’ in the community has stirred much controversy in the last few days.
Individuals with highest risk health conditions can now pre-register for vaccination
Pre-registration has been opened by the Province for individuals with the highest risk health conditions and their caregivers.
OC Transpo Rte 61 and 62 bus operator tests positive for COVID-19
An OC Transpo Operator who drove Routes 61 and 62 to the Cardel Recreation Complex-Goulbourn has tested positive for COVID-19. Their last day of work was April 8.
City warning people to protect privacy against unauthorized vaccination callers
Ottawa Public Health (OPH) will not call you directly about a vaccine appointment, unless you have requested a call back. There have been reports to the City of unauthorized callers…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
A number of items of interest for Stittsville residents are in this week’s update from Councillor Gower. This past week Councillor Gower had a call with Dr. Vera Etches in which she shared some advice for the community…
Ottawa Public Health – vaccination appointments and pre-registration open for high-priority residents
Below you will find an evening public service announcement from Ottawa Public Health that outlines the most current distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine…
Saving best for last – Stittsville Villa and Manor receive final vaccinations
It was a fantastic way to celebrate St. Patrick’s week! The amazing Ottawa Paramedics and Ottawa Public Health teams converged on the Stittsville Revera Villa and Manor…
Cleaning the Capital early bird registration is open
Mark your calendars and get ready to help keep Ottawa clean and green! The City of Ottawa’s 2021 Cleaning the Capital Program is back for its spring campaign. The citywide cleanup campaign will run…
March 11 brings liberation to the residents of Wildpine Residence
For the residents and staff of Wildpine Residence, March 11, 2021 marked an important day for all. Yes, it denotes the one year marker for the date on which our uncertain future began. But, for all who live and work at Wildpine…
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…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
It is February 1 and Councillor Gower shares his weekly updates happening in and around the City and Stittsville. From the kids returning to school, to Ottawa Public Health introducing…