City updates
Ottawa’s generosity makes the 40th Annual OC Transpo/Loblaw Holiday Food Drive a success
The annual food drive raised almost 81,000 pounds of food and more than $25,500 for the Ottawa Food Bank and its network of 71 member agencies, and three other Ottawa region food banks, including the Barrhaven Food Cupboard
Holiday season schedule changes
The City of Ottawa would like to remind residents of the following schedule changes for the holiday season between Tuesday, December 24 and Wednesday, January 1
Take transit to the World Junior Hockey Championship
Travel on OC Transpo is free for World Juniors ticket holders and volunteers for every preliminary and tournament game between December 19-January 5. Ticket holders can travel on buses, O-Train Line 1, and Para Transpo for free up to three hours before and three hours after the event on the date their game ticket is valid.
City offers “Play Free Saturdays” for kids and youth in 2025
Children and youth, age 17 and under, can take part in free drop-in swimming, skating and gym sports at City recreation facilities every Saturday in 2025. These free drop-in programs on Saturdays continue to allow children and youth to participate in City programs and benefit from the associated health and social benefits of these activities.
At the Library this week
The OPL will be operating under modified holiday hours over the next few weeks. The book drop is available 24/7 to return books.
The twelve days of holiday fire safety
The holiday season is a time full of joy and celebration, but it's important to keep safety in mind to protect your loved ones and your home. When preparing for your festivities, follow these fire prevention and safety tips from Ottawa Fire Services.
OC Transpo Winter 2025 service changes
OC Transpo’s winter service changes will come into effect on Sunday, December 22, 2024, and Monday, January 6, 2025. Regular schedule adjustments take place four times a year – spring, summer, fall and winter.
Council approves 2025 City Budget
Council today approved the City’s budget for 2025↗, which aims to build a city that’s safe, fair and affordable for all. Budget 2025 continues to invest in the more than 100 services that keep Ottawa running. It includes $54.2 million in savings through service reviews and continuous improvement initiatives, bringing the total to $207.7 million in savings since 2023.
Coping with cold weather
Winter and its cold weather are around the corner. Cold weather-related injuries and deaths are preventable. Stay safe and check in on family, friends and neighbours who may be at greater risk.
City ends endorsement of service line warranty program
The City of Ottawa has terminated its agreement with Service Line Warranties of Canada (SLWC), citing the significant growth of warranty services and insurance coverage now available to homeowners to cover service line repairs on their properties.
O-Train Lines 2 and 4 open for weekday service on Monday, January 6
The City of Ottawa will open O-Train Lines 2 and 4 for weekday passenger service starting on Monday, January 6. Construction of the project was jointly funded by the Government of Canada, Province of Ontario and City of Ottawa.
At the Library this week
The Ruth E. Dickinson branch is colecting donations on behalf of the Barrhaven Food Cupboard from December 3- 17. Drop by during office hours to help out those in need in our community