July 5, 2024 Newsletter

A Message from Councillor King

With a very busy legislative schedule winding down to some extent for the summer months, my office is currently finalizing the schedule of my ongoing series of Rideau-Rockcliffe Roundtable engagement events in Ward 13 parks and community spaces this summer. My Rideau-Rockcliffe Roundtables are an opportunity for Ward 13 residents to drop by and speak with me and my staff about community and City-related issues, and to ask questions. 

Most recently, I held Roundtable events in two Ottawa Community Housing neighbourhoods, in New Edinburgh Park on May 11 and most recently on June 24 at Alvin Heights Park in the Manor Park community. I also had a table during the Vanier BIA's SummerSun event on Beechwood Avenue on June 15. Thank you to everyone who has stopped by my table during these events. I always appreciate the opportunity to connect with Ward 13 residents.

Next up, my team and I will also be hosting a Roundtable event in Trojan Park coinciding with a BGC (Boys and Girls Club) Ottawa event. BGC's Neighbourhood Ambassadors are hosting a series of basketball and soccer events in Ward 13 and Ward 11 parks every Thursday evening in July. We will be joining the Ambassadors during their soccer event in Trojan Park on Thursday, July 25 from 6 to 7:30 pm. Live in the neighbourhood? Please drop by my table for treats and to chat. 

I will also have a table during Ottawa-Vanier MPP Lucille Collard's corn roasts and vendor fairs in New Edinburgh Park on July 27 from 10 am to 1 pm and in Optimist Park on August 24 from 10 am to 2 pm. 

My team and I will also be participating in Overbrook Day festivities scheduled for August 10, from 4 to 8 pm. Please be sure to stop by my table!

More Roundtable dates and locations this summer will be shared as details are finalized. Stay tuned to my newsletter, website and social media channels for updates. In the meantime, Ward 13 residents are always welcome to reach out to me and my staff should you require City-related assistance or have any questions by calling 613-580-2483 or emailing [email protected].

 

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Your Councillor in the Community

In my capacity as Deputy Mayor, I was honoured to welcome U.S. Ambassador to Canada David L. Cohen and the American Chamber of Commerce in Canada to celebrate America’s Independence Day with a flag raising at Ottawa City Hall on July 4.

I immensely enjoyed the annual Canada Day pancake breakfast held in the Lindenlea community with my Ottawa-Vanier colleagues MP Mona Fortier and MPP Lucille Collard.

The ACB Wellness Resource Centre in Overbrook held a well attended Canada Day barbecue with community members, including many seniors and newcomers, and took the opportunity to unveil its incredible new mural at the event!

I quite enjoyed celebrating Canada Day at a breakfast for seniors at Lansdowne Park hosted by Mayor Mark Sutcliffe. It was an honour to join Ontario’s Lieutenant Governor Edith Dumont to serve guests!

Despite heavy rains, I enjoyed visiting an event celebrating Congolese culture and independence last weekend at the Rideau Community Hub.

Despite the rain last weekend, the African Canadian Association of Ottawa's Multicultural Festival held at the Terry Fox Athletic Facility at Mooney’s Bay Park and Beach was a resounding success!

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Rideau-Rockcliffe News, Events and Engagement Opportunities 

Drouin Avenue - Integrated Sewer, Watermain and Road Renewal - Now underway

Work is underway to replace the aging sanitary sewers, watermains and road infrastructure at Drouin Avenue from North River Road to West Presland Road. For more information about this project, please visit ottawa.ca/drouinavenue.

What: The project involves watermain and sewer replacement, road reconstruction and the addition of traffic calming features.

Why: The objective of this project is to rehabilitate underground and roadway infrastructure that is nearing the end of its lifespan.

When: Construction began in June. Drouin avenue will remain “closed – local traffic only” until the end of September.

Where: Drouin Avenue from North River Road to West Presland Road.

Who: The City of Ottawa has retained a contractor, W.H. MacSweyn Inc., to complete the construction work.

Traffic impacts: During construction on Drouin Avenue, access will be restricted to local traffic only. Pedestrian and cyclist access will be maintained. To allow the work to be completed in a timely manner, on-street parking may be prohibited during the construction period. Signs will be placed 24 hours in advance indicating the parking prohibition. Local access will be maintained to residents, business owners and emergency vehicles. Periodically, vehicular access to your property may be unavailable; the contractor is required to provide 24-hour notification of temporary loss of vehicular access/egress to your property. A temporary On-Street Parking Permit is being made available to allow on-street parking within two blocks of your residence when these disruptions occur. Residents with electric vehicles will need to find alternative charging arrangements when access is restricted. The use of extension cords within the public right of way is not permitted.

Working hours: The City of Ottawa Noise By-law (2017-255) allows construction activity to occur weekdays between 7 am and 10 pm. On Saturdays, work is permitted between 7 am and 10 pm, while Sundays, statutory and public holidays work is permitted between 9 am and 10 pm. Should night work or weekend work be required as part of the construction project, you will be notified in advance by the City. An exemption to the Noise By-law will be required for night work and will be communicated in the same notice.

 

ACB Wellness Resource Centre seeking supports for hurricane-impacted families

The African, Caribbean and Black Wellness Resource Centre is currently collecting donations of non-perishable goods and monetary contributions to aid in hurricane relief efforts. Your generosity will directly benefit those affected in St. Vincent, providing essential supplies and support during this difficult time. How You Can Help:

• Non-Perishable Food Items: We are accepting donations of canned goods, dry foods, toiletry products, diapers, and clothing that can sustain families in need.
• Monetary Contributions: Financial donations are crucial for purchasing additional supplies and meeting the immediate needs of hurricane survivors.

Drop-offs can be made at:
ACB Wellness Resource Centre, 610 Donald Street
Every Saturday in July, from 12-2 pm
For those wishing to contribute financially, the ACB Centre is accepting e-transfers at: [email protected] 

Alvin Heights Park Survey

I recently hosted a Rideau-Rockcliffe Roundtable engagement event in Alvin Heights Park in the Manor Park community on June 24, in partnership with the Rideau-Rockcliffe Community Resource Centre. Thank you to everyone who dropped by to share their ideas to improve Alvin Heights Park. More improvement ideas are welcome. Please consider filling out our survey at this link, which will remain open through the summer months.

A Company of Fools presents Macbeth - July 8 to August 24

Prepare to be utterly enchanted as the Company of Fools presents this tale of murder and betrayal with a Foolish twist – an all-female/non-binary cast of witches taking centre stage to charm audiences both young and old in parks across Ottawa. The run time is 90 minutes. Bring a blanket or a lawn chair. Admission is pay what you can. For more details and the complete schedule, visit fools.ca/macbeth.

Productions in and near Rideau-Rockcliffe Ward:

July 8 at 7 pm - Strathcona Park in Sandy Hill - Opening Night

July 15 at 7 pm - Strathcona Park in Sandy Hill 

July 20 at 7 pm - Beechwood Cemetery

July 22 at 7 pm - Strathcona Park in Sandy Hill 

July 24 at 7 pm - Nault Park in Vanier

July 27 at 7 pm - New Edinburgh Park

July 29 at 7 pm - Strathcona Park in Sandy Hill

August 19 at 7 pm - Strathcona Park in Sandy Hill

Montreal Road Revitalization Project - Public Open House - July 10

The City of Ottawa invites you to attend a Public Open House to view and discuss the proposed landscaping and streetscaping improvements to the southeast corner of Montreal Road and North River Road. This corner will be the home of the new public art feature entitled Rideau, designed by the international group StudioKCA. Concept plans will be on display for your review and staff will be present to answer any questions. There will not be a formal presentation at this open house. Please attend at your leisure. For details, please visit ottawa.ca.

What: Proposed landscaping and streetscaping improvements to the southeast corner of Montreal Road and North River Road

Why: The proposed landscaping and streetscaping improvements are designed to accompany the Rideau and provide a welcoming safe space for public viewing.

When: The Public Open House will be on Wednesday, July 10, between 6:30 and 8:30 pm.

Where: Centre Pauline-Charron, Main Hall, 164 Jeanne-Mance Street

Who: City of Ottawa / Montreal Road Project team, CSW Landscape Architects, City of Ottawa Public Art Program

Renewal of St. Patrick Street Bridge & Porter’s Island Bridge - Open House & Information Session - July 11

Thursday, July 11 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm at the Lowertown Community Centre, 40 Cobourg Street

Details here

The City of Ottawa invites you to attend an upcoming Public Information Session to discuss a reconstruction project planned in your neighbourhood. Through this session, the latest design drawings, proposed schedule, and construction information related to the Renewal of St. Patrick Street Bridge & Porter’s Island Bridge will be on display for your review and staff will be present to answer any questions and receive comments. There will not be a formal presentation at this open house. Please attend at your leisure. In addition to the above meeting, residents can also participate through viewing and commenting on the online documents to be posted at ottawa.ca/StPatrickPorterIsland after the event. Your input is an important part of the consultation process. Your feedback can be submitted by email or by phone to the following contacts between July 11 and July 25, 2024: [email protected] 613-580-2424, ext. 2273 and [email protected] 613-691-1564.

What: To complete a life-cycle renewal of the bridges to extend their service lives; and to carry out active transportation modifications on the St. Patrick Street bridge and approaches for a designated unidirectional cycling facility along both sides of St. Patrick Street, and integration of dedicated cycling connections to adjacent routes.

Why: The existing bridge structures require a major rehabilitation to meet the current code requirements and extend their service lives.

When: The preliminary design phase for the project is complete. The detailed design is expected to be completed by the end of this summer. Construction is anticipated to be carried out from late fall 2024 to summer 2027 subject to funding approval.

Where: St. Patrick Street Bridge is located between the Crichton Street/Vanier Parkway intersection and 50 metres west of Lower Charlotte Street, while the Porter’s Island Bridge is located on Island Lodge Road.

Who: The City of Ottawa has retained Parsons to develop the design for this project.

Meet the BGC Ottawa Neighbourhood Ambassadors in Action - July 11, 18 and 25

Join the Neighbourhood Ambassadors team every Thursday in July, from 6 to 7:30 pm, in Ward 13 and 11 parks:

• July 11 - King of the Court - Cummings Park at 1060 Cummings Avenue
• July 18 - Basketball Skills and Drills - Ogilvie Park at 1059 Ogilvie Road
• July 25 - Soccer! - Trojan Park  901 Trojan Avenue

All activities are weather permitting. For details, please email Jinny at [email protected]. 

Vanier Museopark Survey - Available until July 15

The Vanier Museopark has launched a survey as part of its 2025-2027 Strategic Plan. Help define the future of the organization and ensure that they continue to meet the needs and expectations of our community. The Vanier Museopark is committed to preserving and promoting the Francophone cultural and historical heritage while providing enriching experiences to all its visitors. To do so, they must regularly assess our goals and strategies. This survey is a unique opportunity for you to share your perspectives and actively contribute to our development. Complete the survey by July 15.

Gil-O-Julien Park Fieldhouse - Community Partnership Major Capital Program - Survey open until July 17

A list of proposals being considered for the City's Major Capital Partnership Program is now available for comment on Engage Ottawa. The list includes a proposal for improvements to the Gil-O-Julien Park Fieldhouse in the Overbrook community. Youth Ottawa has approached the City to do some improvements in the fieldhouse such as implementing a commercial kitchen to allow for community meals to be prepared and upgrading the programming space to allow for different programs to be made available to area youth. A feasibility study is underway to determine the needs of the fieldhouse and identify the scope of the work required to improve this facility to best meet the needs of local users. The survey will help to gauge community needs and will remain open for public feedback until July 17.

Summer Music Camp - July 15 to August 9

Bikkurim Music Studios is offering a Music Summer Camp for children and teens, ages 4 to 15, at the Rideau-Rockcliffe Community Resource Centre, 815 St. Laurent Blvd. The studio intends to aid children of all backgrounds in this age group in music education. The camp will be packed with lots of artistic things to learn, from the familiar musical instruments: violin, cello, flute, clarinet, trumpet, trombone, guitar, recorder, percussion; to singing (choir), dance, visual arts including indigenous crafts, and games. They'll also get to see a few classic concerts tailored for kids (Bring the Kids! Series) with the Ottawa Chamberfest's festival programming. We have talented and certified teachers and volunteers who will be helping to teach the instructions facilitate the activities at the camp. You can learn more about the summer camp here.

 

Movie in Overbrook Park - July 19

Ottawa Community Housing resident volunteers, alongside the Rideau-Rockcliffe Community Resource Centre and the Overbrook Community Centre, are hosting the third annual Movie in the Park event in Overbrook on July 19, featuring Kung Fu Panda 4. Everyone is welcome to gather at 8 pm to enjoy snacks and glow-in-the-dark bracelets for children. Admission is free. Bring your lawn chairs and/or your blankets. The Overbrook Community Centre and Overbrook Park are located at 33 Quill Street. 

Vanier HUB summer programming schedule

Join the Vanier BIA at the HUB, located at 271 Marier Avenue, for fun programming every week this summer and into the fall. For details and updates, please visit www.facebook.com/ZACVanierBIA.

July 12, from 5 to 7 pm: Basketball, beats and a barbecue

July 19, from 5 to 7 pm: Board Game Night

July 28, from 1 to 5 pm: Community Pull Up

August 16, from 3 to 7 pm: Moov Dance Party and Kids Karaoke

August 18, from 2 to 7 pm: Family Pride Carnival

August 23, from 1 to 5 pm: Backpack Giveaway

August 25, from 11 am to 4 pm: Lola's Fest

Pints in the Park - July 20

Pints in the Park is the Manor Park Community Council's annual summer community event on July 20 from 2 to 7 pm. Hosting guests, vendors, breweries, musical acts, local restaurants, for an inclusive outdoor community event celebrating local food and beer. The event takes place outdoors on the front lawn of the Manor Park Community Centre at 100 Thornwood Road. All are welcome. Admission is free. For details, please click here.

 

Rideau-Rockcliffe Roundtable event - Trojan Park - June 25

Join me and my staff for my Rideau-Rockcliffe Roundtable event in the Cummings community at Trojan Park, 901 Trojan Avenue, on June 25 from 6 to 7:30 pm. We will be joining the BGC Ottawa (Boys and Girls Club) Neighbourhood Ambassadors for soccer in the park. Drop by my table to chat about City and community issues and to ask questions. 

 

Corn Roast and Vendor Fair - July 27

Join Ottawa-Vanier MPP Lucille Collard for a corn roast and vendor fair in New Edinburgh Park at 203 Stanley Avenue on July 27, from 10 am to 1 pm. There will be live music, family activities, fresh local corn and more than 20 vendors. 

 

Logo design contest to celebrate Overbrook bridges - Deadline for submissions is July 28

2025 is the 150th anniversary of Overbrook's first bridge - Hurdman's Bridge. Help Overbrook celebrate bridges in the community by submitting your bridge logo designs. All ages are welcome to enter the contest. Email your logo designs to [email protected] or drop them off at the Overbrook Community Centre, 33 Quill Street. Designs are due by July 28. 

 

Road Resurfacing - Rideau Terrace - New tentative start date: August 5

Resurfacing of Rideau Terrace between Springfield Road and Acacia Avenue will take place this summer. UPDATE: The City's contractor is tentatively scheduled to mobilize to the site and traffic barrels will be put in place beginning the week of August 5. Completion is anticipated at the end of August. Dates are subject to weather. Notices will be provided to residents in advance of the work. 

 

Rideau-Rockcliffe Resident Survey Launches

The Rideau-Rockcliffe Community Resource Centre is launching its resident survey as part of the large needs assessment they are conducting. This assessment aims to better understand resident needs and challenges, assess resource gaps and access barriers. The survey takes approximately 5-8 minutes to complete and in appreciation, participants will be entered into a draw to win 1 of 20 $50 grocery or Walmart gift cards. The survey will be available all summer and can be filled out online at the following link: Rideau Rockcliffe Resident Survey or in person at the community resource centre at 815 St. Laurent Boulevard. For any questions or assistance in completing the survey over the phone, residents can call 613-745-0073 ext. 209 or email [email protected].

  

Free Back-to-School Supplies for Ward 13 schoolchildren in need

The Rideau-Rockcliffe Community Resource Centre and the Caring and Sharing Exchange are providing free school supplies for children in need from kindergarten to Grade 9 living in Rideau-Rockcliffe Ward 13 with a postal code of K1K and in some cases K1M or K1G. For more information, please visit crcrr.org, call 613-745-0073 ext. 123 or register at this link: forms.office.com/r/FW33ArANJD Required documentation includes proof of identity for parents and children, proof of address and proof of family income. First come, first served.

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City of Ottawa News, Events, Meetings and Engagement Opportunities 

Ottawa Public Health Update - Stop Overdose Ottawa Alert System

Ottawa Public Health and Ottawa’s Overdose Prevention and Response Task Force continue to advance Ottawa's Overdose Response Strategy. Members of the public can now register to receive email alerts from the Stop Overdose Ottawa Alert System. You can sign up by visiting StopOverdoseOttawa.ca and simply clicking the “Subscribe to Drug Alerts” button at the bottom right corner of the page and fill out the form. A confirmation email will be sent to ensure any future alerts sent out through the new system are received. 

Stop Overdose Ottawa Alerts are issued when Ottawa’s Overdose Prevention and Response Task Force becomes aware of issues related to toxic drugs circulating in the community. Examples include: 

• Increased risk of overdose 
• New drug toxicity risk, contaminates, etc. 
• Other new or noteworthy drug trends presenting in the local unregulated drug supply 

 

Take transit to Ottawa Bluesfest and avoid traffic impacts - July 4 to 14

Ottawa Bluesfest takes over LeBreton Flats this weekend, with concerts from Thursday, July 4 to Sunday, July 7 and Tuesday, July 9 to Sunday, July 14. Residents and visitors travelling in the area can expect increased traffic and pedestrian activity throughout the festivities. Bus and O-Train service to and from LeBreton Flats is expected to be busy, so plan to leave extra time. Find more information about travel to and from Bluesfest at octranspo.com. If you’re taking Para Transpo to the concerts, the drop-off and pick-up location is on Vimy Place across from the Group Entry of the War Museum. Bluesfest accessibility information is found at: Ottawa Bluesfest Accessibility Information – Ottawa Bluesfest For details about getting to and from Bluesfest as well as traffic impacts in the area, please visit ottawa.ca.

 

Community Garden and Community-led Green Initiatives Review - Survey open until July 7

Are you interested in community gardening or City greening projects? Whether you're a resident, part of a community group, an aspiring gardener, a volunteer, or even if you're not involved in these activities but have opinions about them, we want to hear from you! Share your thoughts on community gardens and greening initiatives in Ottawa. The City of Ottawa is reviewing and updating the community garden action plan to create clear processes and supports for community-led green initiative programs on City-owned land. This update is happening collaboratively with City departments, community partners, and with input from community members like you. The results of this survey will help staff to: 

• Identify strategic priorities for a new framework for the City’s role in community gardens and Community-Led Green Initiatives
• Identify which actions the City should prioritize
• Identify the demand for and supports to Ottawans to participate in community gardens and community-led green Initiatives on City-owned land 

The survey will remain open until July 7. Your contributions and responses will provide valuable insights into the review process. Click this link to be directed to the Community Garden and Community-Led Green Initiative Survey.

Black History in Ottawa Streets bus tour - every Saturday

Join Black History Ottawa every Saturday from June to October 2024. Departure times are 11:30 am and 2:30 pm. Join us as we delve into the narratives of resilience, creativity, and leadership that have defined the Black Canadian experience in Ottawa. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a cultural connoisseur, or simply curious to learn more, our tour offers an unforgettable opportunity to celebrate and honour the diverse voices that have helped shape our city. For details, please visit: www.blackhistoryottawa.org/history-in-the-streets  Questions? Reach out to us at [email protected]

Story time at Rideau Hall - until August 9

Are you looking for a free family-friendly activity? Visit Rideau Hall every Thursday and Friday, from 1 to 3 pm, until August 9 for Storytime. This initiative is hosted in collaboration with United for Literacy.

Rain Ready rebates for rain garden, permeable pavement, downspouts and more

Rain Ready Ottawa has expanded its priority areas. This means you may be eligible for a rebate of up to $5,000 to help you install a rain diversion project on your property. Are you thinking of installing one or more of the following?

• Downspouts
• Rain barrels
• A rain garden
• A soakaway pit
• Permeable payment driveway

To learn more about what these projects are, visit Rain Ready Ottawa or take one of our e-learning courses. The City is working to reduce the impact of both combined sewage overflows and storm water on the Ottawa River. Rain Ready Ottawa encourages and supports residents like you to take action on your property to reduce the harmful impacts of rainwater runoff, helping us build a green and sustainable Ottawa.

 

New Interactive Zoning Tool Tutorial Video Available

The Interactive Zoning Tool Tutorial video is now available. This comprehensive video serves as a valuable resource, providing a detailed overview of the Interactive Zoning Map tool.

The tutorial covers the following key aspects:

• How the Interactive Zoning Map tool works
• Examples of the new zones
• An introduction to the Story Map tool

More information on the New Zoning By-law can be found on the City’s Engage Ottawa page. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out to the City’s Zoning staff at [email protected].

 

Provide input on the City of Ottawa's Municipal Accessibility Plan - Consultation opportunities July 9 to 31

The City of Ottawa's Municipal Accessibility Plan (COMAP) is a requirement under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). It is a five-year plan to identify, remove and prevent accessibility barriers across the organization by committing to specific actions and outcomes aimed at making sure people with disabilities can participate in the City's programs, services, facilities, public spaces, information and communication, and employment. The current City of Ottawa Municipal Accessibility Plan (COMAP) will expire soon. A project page is available in English and French. This includes all project information and the registration to attend an in-person consultation. An accessible online survey is available Engage Ottawa for input until August 5.

• July 9 from 1 to 2:30 pm - virtual on Zoom. **A link will be shared with those who register.
• July 17 from 10 to 11:30 am - virtual on Zoom. **A link will be shared with those who register.
• July 25 from 6 to 7:30 pm at Ben Franklin Place, 101 Centrepointe Drive
• July 31 from 6 to 7:30 pm - virtual in Zoom. **A link will be shared with those who register.

 

Economic Development Update Q1 2024

The City of Ottawa Economic Development Update provides an overview of quarterly and annual economic indicators to the city’s economy. The Q1 2024 update covers the months of January, February, and March 2024. To read the complete Economic Development Update, please visit ottawa.ca.

O-Train Line 1 Summer Maintenance - July 15 to 28

O-Train Line 1 will not operate between Tunney’s Pasture and Rideau stations from Monday, July 15 through Sunday, July 28 to allow Rideau Transit Maintenance (RTM) to perform annual maintenance activities and advance corrective action work. R1 bus service will run in this section of the line, and regular Line 1 service will resume on Monday, July 29. For customers this means that from July 15 to 28:
• Trains will be running in both directions from uOttawa to Blair stations
• R1 will operate between Tunney’s Pasture and Hurdman stations
• E1 Shuttle Express service is being enhanced to operate seven days a week during all Line 1 service hours
• Outreach staff will be located at key Line 1 stations to provide support
The work will advance corrective measures for the long-term sustainability and reliability of the system. For the complete Memo to Council, visit www.octranspo.com/en/about-us/transparency. For additional information and updates, please visit octranspo.com. 

Equity and Inclusion Community Forum - July 18

Recently, the City’s Gender and Race Equity, Inclusion, Indigenous Relations and Social Development (GREIIRSD) team, with the help of SEASONOVA, an Ottawa-based consultant, conducted a review of three City plans:

• The Anti-Racism Strategy;
• The Women and Gender Equity Strategy; and
• Corporate Diversity and Inclusion Plan.

The long-term goal is to combine these plans into one plan, called the Equity Logic Model. The new plan will help the City to:

• Simplify our actions
• Re-focus our goals
• Make reporting easier
• Ensure we are working towards a unified approach to equity.

The City will host a community forum on July 18, from 9:30 am to 4 pm at Bayview Yards, 7 Bayview Station. The forum will highlight our progress to date and further provide an opportunity to gather feedback from the community in order to implement the plan. To register to this event, fill out the registration form. A report will be presented to City Council in fall 2024.

 

Ontario Community Changemakers micro-grant - applications accepted until July 26

Ontario Community Changemakers is a leadership and micro-grant program for people with bold ideas to activate public space, enhance civic engagement and foster social inclusion in their communities. This program, in its fourth year, is open to anyone aged 19 and over. The program is powered by 8 80 Cities and funded by Balsam Foundation. Applications for the 2024-25 program are now open. The deadline is 5:00 PM (EDT) on July 26. Click here to apply.

 

City of Ottawa fall activities - Upcoming dates

Mark your calendars with these important registration dates for next season: 

• Tuesday, July 30: Browse fall activities online. 
• Tuesday, August 13 at 9 pm: Register for aquatics programs. 
• Thursday, August 15 at 9 pm: Register for recreation, arts, culture and virtual activities. 

 

Have your say: City’s water rate structure review - Deadline is July 31

The City is reviewing how we recover costs to deliver water services that you rely on every day, and we want to hear from you. Deadline: July 31, 2024. Visit Engage Ottawa for the survey.

 

Share your feedback on Ottawa's green spaces and great places - Survey open until July 31

With over 100 recreational facilities and 1,300 parks spanning more than 4,300 hectares of parkland, Ottawa is full of green spaces and great places for our community to enjoy. We’re currently reviewing the Parks and Facilities By-law and your input is essential to ensure that these spaces and places remain green and great for everyone. Participate in the online survey by July 31 to share your feedback. The Parks and Facilities By-law covers a wide variety of topics. In this review, we want to know your thoughts on public safety, maintaining green spaces, amenities maintenance and equal opportunity. Your feedback will help us manage indoor and outdoor recreational spaces that foster community engagement and provide inclusive, safe and accessible recreation opportunities to all. Visit Engage Ottawa to stay up-to-date on the review and engage with us to shape the future of our parks and facilities.

 

Residents can help plan Ottawa’s transportation future - Surveys open until August 30

The City has launched consultation for the Transportation Master Plan – Part 2. Have your say on the future of transportation in Ottawa by completing the surveys on our project page. The next step in the process, or TMP – Part 2, is to develop the City’s Capital Infrastructure Plan. The Capital Infrastructure Plan will identify the recommended road, transit and active transportation projects and investments to accommodate Ottawa’s expected growth to 2046. Residents are invited to complete online surveys by August 30.

We are looking for your input on:

• Transportation challenges experienced when travelling by car or transit
• Transportation investment priorities

The results of this public engagement will inform the development of the Capital Infrastructure Plan. You are also invited to review the Transportation Trends Report summarizing the 2022 Origin-Destination survey results, and the Needs, Opportunities and Uncertainty Report that discusses the various trends that may impact future travel activity, and the City’s approach to travel demand forecasting to 2046. Both reports can be found on our public engagement page. Questions? Ideas? Email the project team at [email protected].

 

Nominations open for 13th Annual Order of Ottawa and Brian Kilrea Award for Excellence in Coaching

  

The City is now accepting nominations for the 2024 Order of Ottawa and the Brian Kilrea Award for Excellence in Coaching. You can complete nominations for both awards either online or by downloading a nomination form from the Order of Ottawa award webpage. The submission deadline is Friday, September 13 at 11:59 pm. Nominations will be considered every year for five consecutive years from the date of submission.

 

Emergency Services News

Bicycle registration

The Ottawa Police Service recovers hundreds of bikes a year but often have very little information to discover whom they belong to. By registering your bike, the information is available to OPS help get your bike back to you if it's found. It's easy to register. Simply download the app from Apple or Google, input your information, and even upload an image of your bike. This service is free. You can also use this service to check any bike that you are considering buying to make sure it wasn't reported stolen. And if you find a bike you can post it through that service to help get it back to its owner. Visit project529.com/garage for more information. More details are available at ottawapolice.ca.

Follow these tips to help protect your investment:

• Store your bicycle inside (in a locked garage, if available), and avoid locking your bike on the front porch or at the side of your house.
• If you live in living in high-rise apartments and condominiums, store your bike in a designated secured enclosure.
• Use easy-to-see bike racks, properly anchored and not concealed by landscaping or structures.
• Invest in a proper bike lock, such as a U-Lock that requires more time to defeat than a cable lock.  Consult with your local bike shop for expert advice and how to secure your bike properly.
• Take your helmet and any bike accessories with you (if possible) to minimize being targeted.
• When transporting, consider locking your bike on your car rack if you plan to leave it unattended.
• If you're buying a used bike, ask to meet in a public place and verify the serial number on 529 Garage. If the seller isn't comfortable, you shouldn't be either!
• Always report thefts to the police – online 

Join the Ottawa Police Youth Advisory Committee - Applications due by Sept. 1

Ottawa Police are recruiting for the Youth Advisory Committee! Are you under 24 and interested in sharing ideas and working together with police to help build a safer Ottawa? Apply by September 1! Visit ottawapolice.ca/YAC to apply.

Make the Right Call 

www.ottawapolice.ca/en/who-we-are/contact-us.aspx

When to Call 911:

• For crimes in progress and life-threatening emergencies
• You witness a dangerous or impaired driver
• There is a vehicle collision with injuries
• Fire or medical emergency

When to call 613-236-1222. Please listen to the prompts.

• Residential or commercial break and enter
• Missing person
• Suspicious activity or vehicle (drug trafficking in progress)
• Stolen vehicle
• Assault where no medical attention is required
• Animal abuse
• Vehicle collision where no injuries are reported

When to call and make a report with the Ottawa Police Reporting Unit 613-236-1222, extension 7300. Open seven days a week between 10 am and 8:45 pm.

• Alcohol and drug use in public (for example, in city parks)
• Reporting to the police after the fact – an incident has occurred, but no one has remained on scene
• Disputes or harassment (for example, argument with neighbour, stalking, fear for non-immediate safety)
• Sexual assault reported, where there is no longer evidence

When the Ottawa Police Reporting Unit (PRU) is closed between the hours of 9 pm and 10 am, an automated attendant will provide you with options on how to redirect your call.

When to make a report using the Ottawa Police online system at ottawapolice.ca/onlinereporting:

• Theft (excluding theft of passports or other citizenship documents)
• Lost Property (with a visible serial number or distinct marking such as a custom engraving)
• This does not include: cellphones, credit and debit cards; please phone your banking institution or cellphone company
• Mischief/Damage to Property 
• Theft from Vehicle
• Traffic Complaints 
• Drug Complaints (drug trafficking information)
• Fraud Complaints
• Hate-Motivated Incidents
• Add information to an existing report

Crime Stoppers: If you have information about a crime but want to remain completely anonymous, you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online at crimestoppers.ca.