So…18 innings. Today’s going to be a rough day for some.
This week’s newsletter includes information on proposed updates to the Private Approach By-law, scheduled to be before Council in February 2026.
This week’s newsletter includes insight into my Tewin vote last week as well as the usual roster of local updates. It also introduces the Lansdowne 2.0 final staff report, which was released yesterday evening. I will share more information and thoughts on Lansdowne 2.0 in the coming days.
My wife and I had something extra to be thankful about this Thanksgiving, as we welcomed our first child, Wesley, on Sunday. He also has the fortune of being the first grandchild on both sides of our family!
This week’s newsletter includes additional information to last week’s item about the new waste collection in parks strategy, alongside the usual platter of updates from across the ward.
I hope you had the chance to enjoy what seems to be summer’s last hurrah. Much of the weather going forward seems to be cooler, including some nights close to freezing. This week, we’re taking a closer look at waste collection at parks.
The City’s Commemorative Naming Program is now accepting fall applications – to nominate people, histories and legacies that have helped shape Ottawa’s community. The nomination period runs from October 21 to December 2.
Join us for the Aging Well in Ottawa Fall Health Fair - a free, one-stop shop event for older adults and caregivers to connect with over 30 local health, social and community organizations offering services, resources, and support. No appointment needed, just come by to say hello and get services and resources.
The Environment and Climate Change Committee today approved Climate Ready Ottawa: a new strategy to help prepare Ottawa for the growing impacts of climate change
Ottawa Public Health (OPH) is investigating a cluster of confirmed measles infections, also known as cases, involving five Ottawa residents who are all related. OPH is directly notifying individuals who may have been exposed to the measles virus, where contact information is available.
The City of Ottawa is developing new comprehensive Urban Design Guidelines for Low-rise Infill Housing. The guidelines will reflect the policies and directions set out in the Official Plan.
