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November 19: Anti-fraud presentation by OPP
La version française suit In collaboration with the Ontario Provincial Police, our office is hosting a community-wide information evening on anti-fraud and scam prevention on November 19 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, 2 Mulkins St....
Upcoming events in Stittsville
Send your event info to glen.gower@ottawa.ca October 2025 October 25: West Ridge Drive: Traffic Calming, Bike Lanes, Pedestrian Safety Public Engagement Session from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., at the Trans Canada Trail trailhead at West Ridge and Abbott. Learn more...
Share your feedback on the West Ridge bike lane and sidewalk project
Originally published October 8, 2025 La version française suit The City of Ottawa has started a study along West Ridge Drive in response to traffic and pedestrian safety concerns raised by residents and outlined in the Transportation Master Plan. The purpose of this...
NOTEBOOK: We’re sending less to the landfill
Good news: New data from the City of Ottawa shows that the amount of waste that residents are sending to the landfill has been trending downwards since the new 3-item garbage limit was introduced in September 2024. Garbage tonnage sent to the landfill decreased by...
New online tool is in place to help Ottawa’s small businesses succeed at every stage
La version française suit If you are starting or buying a small business, or looking for ways to grow your business, the City of Ottawa Small Business Navigator is a new one-stop shop to find the tools and resources you need. You can find answers to the questions you...
City now accepting commemorative naming fall applications
La version française suit 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. The commemorative...
Council approves plan to attract primary care providers to Ottawa
La version française suit Council approved a Primary Care Provider Recruitment and Retention Strategy to attract more family doctors and other primary care providers to Ottawa. The strategy outlines 10 actions the City will take, including creating a new primary care...
815 Roger Griffiths Avenue: Site Plan Control application
La version française suit The City of Ottawa has received a Site Plan Control application for the property at 815 Rogers Griffiths Avenue, located at the northwest corner of the intersection of Roger Griffiths Avenue and Ploughshare Road within the Mapleton community....
620 Triangle Street: Site Plan Control application for a new Catholic elementary school
La version française suit The City of Ottawa has received a Site Plan Control application for 620 Triangle Street, located at the intersection of Honeylocust Avenue and Triangle Street. The Ottawa Catholic School Board is planning to develop a new elementary school....
UPDATE: Kanata-Stittsville Primary Care Health Hub
Originally published October 14, 2025 UPDATE: City Council approved the motion to make land available for a Primary Care Health Hub in Stittsville, near the Canadian Tire Centre on October 22, 2025. La version française suit Today at City Hall, the Finance committee...
Committee approves Climate Ready Ottawa strategy to address top climate risks
La version française suit The Environment and Climate Change Committee approved Climate Ready Ottawa: a new strategy to help prepare Ottawa for the growing impacts of climate change. Ottawa is already experiencing climate impacts. Projections show climate change will...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Newsletter: October 23, 2025
NOVEMBER 13: Carp Road construction update
La version française suit City staff will be holding a meeting on Thursday, November 13 to provide an update on the latest design and construction timeline for the Carp Road widening project. The meeting will be at Hall A at Tony Graham Recreation Complex (100 Charlie...
CONSTRUCTION NOTICE: Multi-use pathway near Terry Fox & Westphalian
La version française suit The City of Ottawa is undertaking infrastructure improvements along Terry Fox Drive, between Westphalian Avenue and Cope Drive, this fall. The planned work consists of constructing new multi- use pathway connections to provide a continuous...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Video / October 18, 2025
Good morning! Today I’m on Abbott Street for 9runrun, the Emergency Services Run, in support of the Ottawa First Responders Foundation. https://youtu.be/AA5dKqxyy_I This week’s updates: Tree planting event by the Eco West Enders Stittsville Muslim Association...
Committee approves hardscaping licence to improve accountability and protect consumers
La version française suit The Emergency Preparedness and Protective Services Committee today approved a new business licensing regime for hardscaping contractors in Ottawa. This initiative aims to address frequent issues with non-compliant hardscaping work on private...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Newsletter: October 16, 2025
November 10: Are we ready? Adapting to climate change and growth
La version française suit (Photo: Liard Street after the 2022 derecho) We’re hosting a panel discussion on how Ottawa is preparing for changes due to climate change, population growth and other challenges. How will our infrastructure and services need to adapt in the...
Fall 2025 tree planting update
La version française suit Forestry Services’ fall calliper tree planting program began on October 1, and will run until mid to late November, weather permitting. This includes tree planting in parks, at City facilities, and along streets through Forestry Services’...
Annual COVID-19 and flu vaccines roll out ahead of respiratory illness season
La version française suit Annual COVID-19 and influenza (flu) vaccines have begun to roll out across the community in preparation for respiratory illness season. Vaccines are currently being offered to high-risk populations, with availability expanding to the general...
