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785 Cope Drive, 130-142 Dagenham Street: Zoning By-Law Amendment application
The City of Ottawa has received a Zoning By-law Amendment application to reconfigure a park block and surrounding residential lots within Phase 1 of the CRT (Westwood) Subdivision, which is currently under development. The lands include the future Cope Park and...
January 28: Primary Care Health Hub information meeting
UPDATE: Registration for the in-person event is now full, however we will have a live video stream. A link will be available at glengower.ca. La version française suit Originally published January 7, 2025 We’re hosting an information meeting about bringing a primary...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Video / January 18, 2025
Good morning! Today I’m at the skating rink at Coyote Run Park on West Ridge Drive. Thanks again to all of the local volunteers who keep our outdoor rinks in great shape. The weather has been great for rinks so far this season! https://youtu.be/tW82-Qx9fPE Also...
NOTEBOOK: Planning and Housing Committee approves zoning for 37 Wildpine
On Wednesday, the Planning and Housing Committee unanimously approved a re-zoning request for 37 Wildpine that would permit a four storey, 94-unit apartment building, and a semi-detached home containing two dwelling units. It will now rise to City Council for final...
Annual Frozen Water Pipes Service Notices
La version française suit During the cold months, the frost deepens in the ground which may lead to frozen water service pipes. The City’s Infrastructure and Water Services Department is taking proactive steps to prevent frozen water service pipes. Did you know? The...
Practicing responsible dog ownership
La version française suit Practicing responsible dog ownership helps make our community and parks enjoyable for everyone and reduces the number of negative interactions involving dogs. Dogs are required to be kept on a leash unless they are on private property with...
Upcoming events in Stittsville
Send your event info to glen.gower@ottawa.ca January 2025 January 27: Cook the Cookbook Club Do you love to cook? The Stittsville Branch of the Ottawa Public Library is inviting food enthusiasts to level up their cooking skills over great discussions at the library....
Committee directs start of work on renovictions by-law for Ottawa
La version française suit The Planning and Housing Committee directed City staff to begin work to develop a renovation licence and relocation by-law for Ottawa, commonly referred to as a renovictions by-law. Through a motion, the Committee instructed staff to...
Ottawa Police Service and National Capital Area Crime Stoppers celebrate Crime Stoppers Awareness Month
La version française suit The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) and National Capital Area Crime Stoppers are proud to celebrate Crime Stoppers Awareness Month this January, highlighting this year’s theme: “Empowering Through Education, Preventing Through Action.” Throughout...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Newsletter: January 15, 2025
Ottawa Board of Health appoints Interim Medical Officer of Health, begins recruitment process for permanent replacement
La version française suit At a special meeting of the Ottawa Board of Health yesterday evening, the Board approved the appointment of Dr. Trevor Arnason as Interim Medical Officer of Health for Ottawa Public Health (OPH), effective February 1, 2025. This appointment...
Applications are now open for the 2025 Paint It Up! program
La version française suit Looking for a way to help deter vandalism and beautify the community while empowering our city’s youth through public art? Look no further than the Paint It Up! program. What is Paint It Up!? Paint It Up! is a youth engagement program funded...
Check out March break camps offerings before January 21 registration
La version française suit We’ve got something fun planned for your kids over the March break. Check out register.ottawa.ca for a wide variety of themes, activities, and interests at affordable prices. Registration is Tuesday, January 21 at 9 pm. Wide range of...
5000 Robert Grant: Site Plan Control application
La version française suit The City has received a Site Plan Control application for 5000 Robert Grant Avenue, located along the east side of Robert Grant Avenue, between Abbott Street East and Bobolink Ridge, in the Fernbank neighbourhood. The applicant is planning to...
News from the Ottawa Public Library – Stittsville Branch
Library Service Highlight: Employment Support Are you looking for work? Unemployed or underemployed? Drop-in to meet one-on-one with an Employment Counsellor from the Pinecrest-Queensway Employment Services team. This service is available once a month at the...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Video / January 11, 2025
Good morning! Today I’m at the Bandmaster Park skating rink in Fairwinds, one of 14 outdoor rinks in Stittsville this winter. https://youtu.be/d1SCKdCK4q8 Also available as a podcast on Spotify, iTunes, and more. Search for "Councillor Glen" on your favourite app...
A list of outdoor rinks in Stittsville (2025)
La version française suit Skating is a great way to stay active during the winter months, and there are plenty of rinks in Stittsville to lace 'em up and get some practice. This year we have 14 outdoor rinks in our community, each one maintained 100% by community...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Newsletter: January 8, 2025
UPDATE: 37 Wildpine at Planning and Housing Committee on January 15, 2025
UPDATE: Planning and Housing Committee has approved this application. It will now rise to City Council for final approval on January 22, 2025. La version française suit The Zoning By-Law Amendment application for 37 Wildpine Court is on the agenda for the January 15,...
Complete your Vacant Unit Tax declaration before March 20
Homeowners are reminded to complete their Vacant Unit Tax (VUT) declaration for each residential property they own before the March 20 deadline. A $250 late fee will be applied to declarations submitted after the deadline. To complete the declaration,...
