
City updates
Committee approves new rules to allow planting food in boulevard gardens
The Public Works and Infrastructure Committee approved amending the rules for residential boulevard gardening to allow growing food and placing planters in the residential boulevard.
Adopt-a-Park/Adopt-a-Road program
Since the program’s inception in 1996, the Adopt-a-Park/Adopt-a-Road program continues to see annual growth in program participation. The program attracts many civic-minded and environmentally conscious individuals, families, community groups and businesses that are committed to keeping public spaces clean, green, and litter-free.
Federal election signs permitted on public and private property
Election signs for the 2025 Canadian federal election can be placed on public and private property (with the permission of the resident or business owner) until 11:59 pm on Thursday, May 1.
OPS launches CAMSafe
The Ottawa Police Service has launched CAMSafe, a new initiative designed to enhance crime prevention and assist in investigations by leveraging community security cameras.
Residents are asked to stay off sports fields and baseball diamonds
Ball diamonds and sports fields need maintenance and drying time before they open and could be damaged if used while in their current condition.
Ottawa’s new Culture Plan: Shaping Ottawa's cultural future!
The City is now embarking on its first city-wide cultural planning process since 2012. With the aim of developing a new municipal Culture Plan, we are setting the stage for culture to thrive in every neighbourhood and village across Ottawa.
Nominations now open for Volunteer Ottawa’s VOscars
Each year, Volunteer Ottawa gives you a chance to pay tribute to people and organizations making a difference in our community. Give the gift of recognition by submitting a nomination in one of 7 award categories by May 30, 2025
News from the Library
Spend the PD day at the library on Friday, March 28th! The Barrhaven Builder's Club will be on hand in the morning and kids can drop in for Game on! in the afternoon.