News Room :: Public Announcements
One-day depot for household hazardous waste August 7
Ottawa - The City of Ottawa is hosting a one-day household hazardous waste collection depot from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, August 7 at the Robert O. Pickard Environmental Centre (ROPEC), 800 Green Creek Drive, north ...More

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A new roundabout will be constructed at the intersection of St. Joseph and Jeanne d’Arc Boulevard
The largest roundabout in Ottawa is being constructed in Orleans. City Council has approved the design and construction of a roundabout at the intersection of St. Joseph and Jeanne d’Arc Boulevards. The roundabout is par...More

Meetings at City Hall, week of July 5, 2010
Ottawa - The following meetings are scheduled during the week of July 5, 2010, at Ottawa City Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, unless otherwise noted.Planning and Environment Committee – Monday, July 5, 9:30 a.m., Champlai...More

Don't know where to go for information, dial 211
211 connects you to a full range of non-emergency community, social, government andhealth services in over 150 languagesEmotinal HealthFinancial IssuesFamily Recreation ProgramsCoping with DisabilitiesEmployment SkillsCi...More

Meetings at City Hall, week of June 14, 2010
Ottawa - The following meetings are scheduled during the week of June 14, 2010, at Ottawa City Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, unless otherwise noted.Special Meeting - Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee – Monday, Jun...More

Rainer Bloess' Spring Brochure 2010
The outlook in our local community remains positive as our east end population continues to grow in leaps and bounds. To read more, click here....More

Transit Services 2009 Performance Report, presented June 8
Ottawa – Transit Services will present its 2009 Annual Performance Report at a technical briefing to City Councillors.Date: Tuesday, June 8, 2010
Time: 3 to 4:30 p.m.
Location: Ottawa City Hall
Richmond Room, 2nd FloorTh...More

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Bike to work week, week of June 7
Bike to Work Week gets rolling in OttawaOttawa – The City, EnviroCentre and community partners are launching Bike to Work Week in Ottawa, featuring a series of events to raise awareness, promote safe cycling and encourag...More

Meetings at City Hall, week of June 7, 2010
Ottawa - The following meetings are scheduled during the week of June 7, 2010, at Ottawa City Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, unless otherwise noted.Planning and Environment Committee – Tuesday, June 8, 9:30 a.m., Champla...More

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Get informed about Light Rail
Find Background Information about the history of the project and all key reports to date. Review the Current Status of the project and take a look at the next steps in The Way Ahead. Learn about any critical issues that ...More

The Interprovincial Crossings Envionmental Assessment
The Environmental Assessment (EA) Study is a component of the long-term transportation planning by the Federal, Provincial and Municipal authorities in the National Capital Region (NCR). The purpose of this Study is to a...More

Meetings at City Hall, week of May 31, 2010
Ottawa - The following meetings are scheduled during the week of May 31, 2010, at Ottawa City Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, unless otherwise noted.Ottawa Police Services Board : Monday, May 31, 5 p.m., Champlain Room Ch...More

The outdoor pool season will run from June 25th to August 27th, 2010
OUTDOOR AQUATIC AND RECREATION PROGRAMSSUMMER 2010 Wading pools, Splash Pads, Beaches, Outdoor Pools, Youth on the MoveINSTALLATIONS AQUATIQUES EXTÉRIEURES (piscines) :OUTDOOR AQUATIC FACILITIES (Deep Pools):There are 9 ...More

Ottawa Police Services Board is hosting an information session on Child and Youth Mental Health
The Ottawa Police Services Board is hosting an information and discussion session on Child and Youth Mental Health as part of its community outreach and engagement strategy. Discussion topics include: understanding the i...More

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Paroisse St-Joseph in Orléans celebrated 150 years on Saturday May 25, with a parade down St-Joseph Boulevard.To visit their website click here....More

Watermain work in the east end
For immediate release:
May 21, 2010Watermain work until end of June 2010 may impact water service in the City’s east endOttawa - Residents and businesses in Blackburn Hamlet and Orléans south of St. Joseph Boulevard may ...More

Cyrville Road Bridge Replacement
View the presentation made by MTO with respect to the Cyrville bridge that crosses the 417Click here to view...More

City of Ottawa Phone Numbers
Looking to contact someone at the City of Ottawa? Would like to find out the gym schedule at your local community centre? Need more information about your local camp?Click here for the City of Ottawa phone numbers....More

Playstructure replacement-call for input
PLAYSTRUCTURE REPLACEMENT – CALL FOR RESIDENT INPUTBarrington PARKForest Glen PARKDelorme PARKRoy PARKCome and provide your input on the play components required for the replacement structures at the above-mentioned park...More

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Young Frederic Bridy receives 911 Award
Councillor Bloess and Mayor O'Brien stand with east end recipient of the Children's 911 Award, Frederic Bridy ...More

Meetings at City Hall, week of May 10, 2010
Ottawa - The following meetings are scheduled during the week of May 10, 2010, at Ottawa City Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, unless otherwise noted.Transit Committee – Monday, May 10, 9:30 a.m., Andrew S. Haydon HallPre...More

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Pathway Patrol Back for Another Season
The Ottawa Pathway Patrol has launched another season of making our paths safer and more enjoyable. The Pathway Patrol kicked off their good deeds this year with the Cleaning the Capital Campaign. Supported by Councillo...More

Council highlights City Strategic Plan achievements
April 28, 2010Ottawa – City Council today recognized the achievements of the last three years and set its goals for the remainder of 2010 by approving the updated 2007 – 2010 City Strategic Plan. The Strategic Plan was f...More

Meetings at City Hall, week of April 19, 2010
Ottawa - The following meetings are scheduled during the week of April 19, 2010, at Ottawa City Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, unless otherwise noted.License Committee – Monday, April 19, 9:30 a.m., Andrew S. Haydon Hall...More

Notice of consultation-Phase 2A of the Interprovincial Crossings Environmental Assessment Study
For Ottawa's East End CommunitiesOn Tuesday, April 13, a consultation event will be held for Ottawa’s east end communities as part of Phase 2A of the Interprovincial Crossings Environmental Assessment Study. The public w...More

Results of Lansdowne retail strategy
March 11, 2010 Ottawa – There is a market for unique shops and a diverse mix of retail ventures that complement existing businesses in the Glebe and Old Ottawa South, says a third-party study of commercial development at...More

Choosing our Future initiative moves forward
Ottawa – The Choosing our Future initiative, launched in 2009, is moving along and the three partners are now embarking on the next step in the process, which will focus on defining strategies and options to achieve the ...More

Registration for spring 2010 recreation programs begins March 9
Click here to visit the City of Ottawa site for details. ...More

Budget 2010 delivers for Ottawa residents
January 29, 2010Ottawa – Council today approved a budget which delivers value for money and improves a number of important services that will help create a better community for all. Highlights include:Investing $600 mill...More

Another step forward for LRT in Ottawa
Ottawa - The City’s Transit Committee today approved the Recommended Plan for the Downtown Ottawa Transit Tunnel (DOTT) Planning and Environmental Assessment Study.On September 12, 2007, Council directed staff to initiat...More

Audit, Budget and Finance Committee recommends draft 2010 budget
Ottawa – In a coordinated effort to reduce the proposed tax increase for the draft 2010 budget, the City’s Audit, Budget and Finance Committee today debated and voted on an omnibus motion, which identified approximately...More

City seeks public input on three possible options to control Ottawa River overflows
Ottawa – Public meetings begin this week to showcase 16 projects that form the Ottawa River Action Plan and to gather specific input from the public regarding one of the projects. The City is considering three options, w...More

Youth zone-job finding workshops
Would you like to learn how to make your resume look more professional? Need help writing a cover letter? Are you looking to obtain the job you want and are qualified for? Come in and attend the job finding workshops and...More

Council moves forward with Lansdowne proposal
November 16, 2009 Ottawa – City Council today voted to conditionally proceed with the Lansdowne Partnership Plan (LPP). The vote followed a three-day special City Council meeting, which provided residents and public del...More

Volunteers needed for Ottawa’s outdoor rinks
Ottawa – The City of Ottawa invites residents to help make a difference in their community by joining hundreds of volunteers who devote their time to provide access to winter activities every year.Ottawa’s outdoor rinks ...More

2010 Integrated Budget Process
City Council approved a new process for the 2010 budget and all future budgets, which increases engagement of both Councillors and the public at the beginning of the budget process. All Standing Committees and the public...More

the Ottawa Police-Let’s Chat About 2012 - How Can We Work Together to Create a Safer Ottawa for All by 2012?
Back by popular demand – the Ottawa Police Service and Ottawa Police Services Board are hosting another four free Let’s Chat coffee shops during Crime Prevention Week. The Let’s Chat About 2012 Coffee Shops are communi...More

Get informed on H1N1
Visit the City of Ottawa website for more health information ...More

Lansdowne Parntership Plan
On September 2, 2009, City staff and the Ottawa Sports and Entertainment Group (OSEG) presented City Council with a plan to redevelop and transform Lansdowne Park. The Lansdowne Partnership Plan presents the City’s visio...More

City surpasses corporate greenhouse gas emissions reduction target
City surpasses corporate greenhouse gas emissions reduction targetCouncil sets new goal to 2012 City Council revised the City’s corporate greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction target to 30 per cent below 1990 levels b...More

Urban Tree Conservation By-law to help protect the city’s trees
(June 30, 2009) - Ottawa is a wonderful city, and its greenspace and trees contribute greatly to its beauty. But trees aren’t just about beauty. Trees provide invaluable benefits and services within the city’s urban envi...More

FAQs : Urban Tree Conservation By-law
Q1: What is the Urban Tree Conservation By-law?A1: The Urban Tree Conservation By-law requires a City-approved tree conservation report to remove trees 10 centimetres or greater in diameter on urban properties...More

City Council passes by-law to protect urban trees
Ottawa (June 25, 2009) – City Council has passed the Urban Tree Conservation By-law, which places restrictions on the cutting of trees on private property in urban Ottawa. “Ottawa is a beautiful capital and we want to ke...More