Newsletters
Canada Day is tomorrow, so keep in mind that most City services will be closed/adjusted that day. Waste collection is delayed to Friday for those in the ward with a Thursday collection day - no impact on households with Tuesday collection.
In this week’s newsletter:
Canada Day information
Water safety
Bite-sized updates
My wife and I completed a move over the last week, so I’m coming off a physically labour-intensive week, which included several reminders I’m not in my 20s (or at peak physical fitness) anymore.
This week’s newsletter includes:
Construction/renovation waste
Bite-sized updates
This week’s photo is from the Ottawa Public Library’s robotics showcase at the Walter Baker last weekend. Some fascinating technology and skill were on display, including the robot in the photo built by students from Earl of March Secondary School in Kanata.
This week’s newsletter includes a variety of smaller updates.
It's a hot one out there today! Stay hydrated, use sunscreen, and take a break from the sun if you aren't feeling well.
In this newsletter:
Bite-sized updates
Meet your Community Police Officer
Events this weekend
City updates
Storm-related materials will either be collected during regular garbage pickup or as a separate storm-dedicated collection, depending on resources. If your waste is left behind, please leave it at the curb as it will be collected later.
If you have been affected by flooding or power outages, here are some resources that may help.
When both temperature and humidity are high, it can be hard for our bodies to keep cool and not overheat. Extreme heat events can cause heat-related illnesses and in some cases, even death.
Facilities Operations Services continues to assess the extent of the water damages from the recent significant weather event.
The Barrhaven Legion recently launched its Veteran Memorial Banner Program to honour and memorialize Veterans
When the days get hotter, take steps to protect your health. Visit our library and enjoy the cooling air conditioning and water.

