City updates
Ottawa’s 200th anniversary to be celebrated with a special day at Bluesfest
Ottawa Bluesfest will be part of the celebrations marking Ottawa’s 200th anniversary in 2026. To make sure residents and visitors are celebrating in style next summer, Ottawa Bluesfest will deliver a special day of programming
Council approves Lansdowne 2.0 redevelopment plan
Council today approved the Lansdowne 2.0 redevelopment and construction plan, which invests in a new event centre, new north side stands, a new retail space and two residential towers.
City celebrates immigrant entrepreneurs at TiE Entrepreneurial Conference
The City of Ottawa has recognized five local entrepreneurs for their significant contributions to Ottawa’s economy. The Immigrant Entrepreneur Awards were presented Friday, November 7, during TiE (The Indus Entrepreneur) Ottawa’s TiE Entrepreneurship Conference.
Public Art Program - Call for Expressions of Interest
York Street West is getting a splash of creativity, and we’re looking for the boldest minds to make it happen!
At Council this week
The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee today recommended approval of a zoning amendment to facilitate the establishment of a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) facility and associated private utilities south of the Trail Waste Facility Landfill.
City seeking artists for an artwork installation tribute to Canada’s provinces and territories
Attention street artists! We are looking for your talent, your time and your patriotism for Canadiana Block, a unique public art project on Sparks Street.
News from the Library
📢 Library Closure - The library will be closed on November 11th in honour of Remembrance Day.
At Council this week
The Planning and Housing Committee today recommended refusal of an Official Plan amendment application.

