This week’s Council meeting provided updates on climate change action, new waste diversion program in City parks, and more

Created in collaboration with the HGD team and community partners, the video offers an inspiring look at the dedication of Public Health Nurses, Family Visitors, and the program’s Social Workers in supporting families and fostering healthy child development.

Between Friday, September 26 and Thursday, October 2, Rideau Transit Maintenance (RTM) will be conducting maintenance work on O-Train Line 1.

The Community Services Committee today approved a plan to refinance mortgages on five Ottawa Community Housing Corporation properties between 2026 and 2028. This will generate approximately $133 million in funding for much needed capital repairs across the public housing portfolio.

The Action Plan consolidates a wide range of planned moves that fundamentally reshape the City’s approach to housing. These include moves such as the overhauling the City’s Zoning By-law, directing historic levels of public funds to enable affordable housing development, designing future communities like Tewin and other new development lands, and other ongoing efforts.  

As part of the fall Wake Up! program, firefighters from Ottawa Fire Services will visit homes across the city next week to ensure smoke and carbon monoxide alarms are present and working. 

The finalists for the 2025 Ottawa Book Awards have been announced. This year’s compelling and diverse literary works will explore the human condition and how it is shaped by life’s events – from familial ties and historical narratives to exploring one’s identity and societal changes.  

The City of Ottawa is seeking feedback as it develops a Rental Renovation Licence By-law to prevent tenants being unlawfully displaced from their rental units under the pretense of repairs or renovations.