April 24, 2026 Newsletter

• What: The remaining construction will consist of removal and replacement of asphalt and new placement of concrete sidewalks where disturbances occurred during last years work.
• Why: This work is being done to enhance communication links to existing traffic signals and increase communication capacity and efficiency to the City’s Traffic Signal System and Traffic Camera System Network.
• When: The work is expected to begin in mid-April and be completed by early June 2026.
• Where: The work will be conducted within the west sidewalk/boulevard between McArthur Avenue and Ogilvie Road, as well as at the east Transitway ramp across from the St. Laurent Shopping Centre.

Tree Removal and Power Outage - Hillcrest Road, Montagu Place and Thorold Road - May 5

On May 5, 2026, Hydro Ottawa will be supporting the City of Ottawa with their tree removal efforts. In order to perform this work safely, a power outage is required from 8 am to 4 pm and will impact residents on Hillcrest Road, Montagu Place and Thorold Road. All impacted customers are contacted by phone, text or email - depending on the communication preferences indicated on their account - and informed by a written notice delivered to their door, if applicable. 

Enbridge Gas is replacing approximately 14.4 km of their natural gas distribution network in the City of Ottawa to ensure the safety and reliability of their pipeline infrastructure. Known as the St. Laurent Pipeline Replacement Project, the 2026 scope of this project will include work in the Rockcliffe Park and Manor Park communities. As they prepare for construction, you may see construction crews doing some preliminary field work, including digging and then back-filling temporary holes or trenches to safely identify utility infrastructure located in the City’s right-of-way. This preliminary field work will continue for the coming weeks from Monday to Saturday between 7 am to 5 pm. These activities are essential to ensure that subsequent construction can proceed safely and with minimal disruption. Construction work is scheduled from May 4 through July 2026 along Sandridge Road, between St. Laurent Boulevard and Hillsdale Road. This work has obtained all necessary permits and complies with municipal requirements. Areas impacted by this work will be restored. For project information, visit enbridgegas.com/stlaurentreplacement, email [email protected] or for construction-related enquiries, email [email protected] or call 1-855-801-2303.

 

 

Underground Infrastructure Installation Project - Vedette Way in Wateridge Village - May 25 to June 8

Starting May 25, Hydro Ottawa will be installing underground infrastructure that will impact customers on Vedette Way. This project has an estimated completion date of June 8. Residents may notice an increased construction presence and traffic control measures, including lane reductions, to ensure the safety of residents and work crews. Construction activities will occur on the City of Ottawa Road right-of-way. There are no scheduled power outages associated with this work. 

• Youth in Culture Program - applications due by May 6: Applications are open for the City of Ottawa’s Youth in Culture Program, which supports youth aged 18 to 30 who are working toward professional careers in arts, culture and heritage. The program funds projects of up to $2,000 and is designed to help emerging artists and cultural workers advance project goals, address career development needs, and build experience. First-time applicants are encouraged to apply. The deadline for application is May 6 at 4 pm. For more information and application details, visit: ottawa.ca
  
  
• Equity and Inclusion in the Arts Fund – Seed Award Microgrants - Submissions due May 6: The application process is open for the City of Ottawa’s Equity and Inclusion in the Arts Fund – Seed Award, which provides microgrants to individuals to support artistic expression, capacity building, and the visibility of diverse arts practices within Indigenous and equity-seeking communities. The fund supports projects that foster self-expression, encourage knowledge-sharing, and celebrate diverse artistic practices. The deadline is May 6 at 4 pm. For more information and application details, visit: ottawa.ca

Retail theft adding up; addressing organized retail theft affecting local businesses

The Ottawa Police Service has launched a Retail Theft Pilot in the Central District focused on addressing organized retail theft and supporting businesses impacted by these crimes. The pilot, which began on April 1, 2026, is designed to better identify patterns of coordinated theft, in which groups steal merchandise in large quantities, often totalling thousands of dollars, from retailers and resell the goods for profit. These incidents can include smaller items taken in bulk and can have a significant financial impact on businesses, often linking across multiple locations. Details: ottawapolice.ca

The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) is asking residents to stay alert and help spread the word about distraction thefts that continue to occur across the city. In a recent incident, a resident was approached while checking a community mailbox by a group of individuals in an SUV asking for directions. The interaction quickly shifted, with the driver offering “gifts” such as jewellery and attempting to get physically close. The resident trusted their instincts, avoided physical contact, and left safely. These types of incidents are often distraction theft attempts. Anyone can be approached, but suspects often target people who are alone, particularly seniors, or those wearing visible jewellery. For details and tips to protect yourself, visit ottawapolice.ca.