City updates
Council approves changes to its 2026 garbage collection contract
Residents will need to set out leaf and yard waste separate from the Green Bin, but on the same day. The collection schedule will change from five days a week to four (Monday to Thursday) to prioritize both service to residents and collection efficiencies.
Honouring the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
This Saturday, September 30 marks the third National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a day where Canadians reflect upon the experiences and history of First Nations, Métis and Inuit communities in Canada.
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation schedule changes
The City of Ottawa would like to remind residents of the following schedule changes and impacts to City services for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Saturday, September 30. As the day falls on a weekend, the City will have schedule impacts on Monday, October 2 as well.
Get Rain Ready and win
Installing a rain garden is just one of several ways you can slow down and control the rate of water runoff that leaves your property and ends up in the Ottawa River. From now, until October 20, you can enter to win a rain garden of your own through this simple contest with Rain Ready Ottawa.
Something new this year to honour Ottawa’s immigrant entrepreneurs
Each year the City of Ottawa proudly celebrates and recognizes the success and economic contributions of local immigrant entrepreneurs through its annual Immigrant Entrepreneur Awards.
News from Ruth E. Dickinson: your local library branch
The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Saturday, September 30, is an important opportunity to develop an understanding of the experiences of Indigenous children and youth in residential schools and the ongoing intergenerational trauma that continues to affect Indigenous families and communities.
News from Ruth E. Dickinson: your local library branch
The 2023 Ottawa Book Awards finalists lead readers through a voyage of moving poetry, poignant stories, captivating human drama, and engaging biographies. These works delve into significant historical eras, bringing fresh perspective to familiar landscapes and experiences.
Get involved in draft budget 2024!
You will have several opportunities in the coming weeks to inform the City’s draft budget for 2024. Resident feedback is integral to the development of the City’s budget. It’s your city and your budget, so have your say!
Council approves 2024 budget directions
Council today approved the 2024 budget directions, timeline and consultation process, with an overall tax increase of up to 2.5 per cent, made up of various levies.
Capital Funding Program: open to applications
The 2023 Capital Funding priority will be centered around addressing the needs of food security. Funding is provided in collaboration with social service agencies on a cost-sharing basis.
Kids fall recreation in Barrhaven
There’s still time to register your kids for recreation programs starting this fall. With five locations in Barrhaven alone offering a diverse number of programs, kids are sure to find something they enjoy.
News from Ruth E. Dickinson: your local library branch
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