City updates
Ottawa Public Health encourages families to update immunization records
To attend school in Ontario, students need to be immunized (vaccinated) against nine vaccine-preventable diseases, including diphtheria, measles, meningococcal diseases, mumps, pertussis, polio, rubella, tetanus, and varicella (required for children born in 2010 or after) or provide a valid exemption.
Expression of Interest: Lansdowne 2.0 Indigenous Public Art Facilitator
The City of Ottawa’s Public Art Program invites Indigenous public art facilitators to submit their expression of interest to a public art project for Lansdowne 2.0 development.
At the Library this week
Celebrate the holiday spirit at the Library! There are plenty of fun events coming up to get you set up for the holidays ahead.
40th Annual OC Transpo/Loblaw Holiday Food Drive takes place
OC Transpo is holding its 40th annual OC Transpo/Loblaw Holiday Food Drive on Saturday, December 14, from 10 am to 5 pm at two locations in Barrhaven and other participating Loblaws, Real Canadian Superstore, Your Independent Grocer and No Frills stores across Ottawa.
Vehicle idling times changing to improve air quality
Starting in 2025, the maximum idling times for vehicles in Ottawa are changing to help make Ottawa’s air cleaner.
Idling times for vehicles on public and private property are set in the City’s Idling Control By-law.
Committee approves draft budget for community and social services, recreation, culture and parks
The Community Services Committee today approved its portions of Draft Budget 2025↗, which represents a $1.5-billion total operating budget and capital investments totaling $159.6 million. This budget invests in housing options for all residents and aims to improve access to mental health and addiction support, social services, child care, arts and culture, and parks and recreation.
The final phase of the three-item garbage limit starts in December
The final phase of the graduated approach to the three-item garbage limit will begin on Monday, December 2. This means, any garbage above the three-item garbage limit must be placed in a City of Ottawa yellow bag.
At the Library this week
The Ottawa Scrabble Club is hosting a new program for ages 10-18 on Mondays. Whether you're an experienced player or a beginner, the fast-paced and competitive nature of the game is sure to keep you engaged and focused.
Santa Claus is for the young and the young at heart
It’s the time of year when Santa is making his annual visit to Ottawa. He is scheduled to appear at all of Ottawa’s local parades. Make sure to also check out other holiday events around the city.
Dive into Draft Budget 2025 with the Budget Explorer
You might have heard that Draft Budget 2025 was tabled at City Council last week. The City has created an interactive Budget Explorer to help you get the information you need in a simpler way.
Community recreation programs in Barrhaven
Online registration is live! Visit register.ottawa.ca to get started
Postal disruptions may impact City paper billing, invoicing and notifications
The Canada Post strike action could impact the delivery of City paper billing, invoices and other notifications – including water utility bills, property tax bills, invoices and traffic-related infractions. Contingency options are available for residents and businesses.