The City of Ottawa is developing new comprehensive Urban Design Guidelines for Low-rise Infill Housing. The guidelines will reflect the policies and directions set out in the Official Plan.

Ottawa City Council adopted a series of urban design guidelines in 2007–2008, covering everything from individual facilities (e.g., gas stations) to broader areas like Mainstreet corridors. These guidelines support the City’s planning and development review processes and are used by staff, developers, community groups, and residents.

Council today approved a Primary Care Provider Recruitment and Retention Strategy to attract more family doctors and other primary care providers to Ottawa.

Ottawa- With the fall season underway, the Ottawa Police Service (OPS) is reminding off-road vehicle (ORV) operators to ride responsibly and safely. Shorter days, cooler weather, and changing trail conditions can increase risks for riders.

This fall, the Cultural Development and Initiatives Unit is looking to contract individuals to serve as Inuit and francophone culture liaisons.

📖 Libraries are free and welcoming. The Ruth E. Dickinson branch is Barrhaven's living room – a place where families can learn together, students can find quiet spaces to read or study, newcomers can access resources and seniors can stay connected. This is the last week of Library Month and your last chance to play Bookopoly to earn ✨LIBRARY SWAG. ✨

If you are starting or buying a small business, or looking for ways to grow your business, the City of Ottawa Small Business Navigator is a new one-stop shop to find the tools and resources you need. You can find answers to the questions you didn’t even know you were supposed to ask.

The City of Ottawa needs your feedback as it develops a Rental Renovation Licence By-law to help protect tenants from unlawful renovation-related evictions, also known as renovictions.