
City updates
Private approach By-law review
The City of Ottawa is conducting a review and update of the Private Approach By-law which regulates the construction, use and maintenance of private approaches in the city.
Summer forestry update
The first phase of the 2025 Plant Your Place! program is complete and was a huge success. It saw 1,200 homes across the City access trees for their property at no charge.
News from the Library
Chinese Family Storytime and Stay & Play: Stories, rhymes, and songs in Mandarin and Cantonese for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. There will be self-directed activities and toys for parents, caregivers and young children after the Family Storytime.
Woodroffe Ave: Upcoming road closure
Beginning the night of July 20, Woodroffe Ave between Richmond Rd and Deschênes St will be fully closed for approximately three months.
Ottawa Police expand Safe Trade Program with new locations
The OPS has added to its existing three Safe Trade Zones with a new location at the Greenbank Police Station, conveniently located near Barrhaven.
News from the Library
💡Library Services Spotlight - Interlibrary Loans: This service allows Ottawa Public Library card holders to borrow items not found in our collection from another library. Fill the Interlibrary Loan form.
Take transit to Ottawa Bluesfest and avoid traffic impacts
Ottawa Bluesfest takes over LeBreton Flats starting this Thursday. Residents and visitors travelling in the area can expect increased traffic and pedestrian activity throughout the festivities.
Public health units unite to promote summer safety
As summer temperatures rise, Ottawa Public Health is promoting seasonal summer safety to provide residents across the region with clear, consistent guidance on staying safe and healthy during the summer months.