
City updates
National Indigenous History Month
Each June, we recognize National Indigenous History Month, a time to learn about and celebrate the rich cultures, traditions and contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples in Canada.
June is Let’s Bike Month
With thousands of participants, hundreds of teams, and dozens of events throughout the month, Let’s Bike Month is one of the largest and longest-running cycling campaigns in Canada.
Celebrate Let’s Bike Month!
Ottawa is a great place to ride your bike any time of year and the City is offering a series of workshops, events and promotions during Let’s Bike Month.
Wake Up! program marks 20 years
Now, 20 years after it began, the Wake Up! program is still knocking on doors and spreading the message about the importance of fire prevention across Ottawa - All services are provided to residents free of charge.
West Nile Virus and Lyme Disease in Ottawa
Ticks and mosquitoes have the potential to spread infections to residents of Ottawa. Lyme Disease and West Nile Virus (WNV) are two of the most prevalent diseases.
Have your say on Draft Budget 2026
We want to hear from you on Budget 2026. Share your budget priorities by completing the Engage Ottawa Draft Budget 2026 questionnaire by June 26.
New water rate structure coming in 2027
Council approved a new water rate structure that will come into effect in 2027. The new structure will see more equitably distributed costs for water, wastewater and stormwater while keeping water bills affordable.