Residents who use Limebank Station should be advised that the Passenger Pick Up and Drop Off zone will be reinstated to its permanent location, just north of the bus loop, on Thursday, December 18 at 10 am.

Council approved Ottawa’s 2026 Budget, which invests in the services residents rely on every day, and the key priorities that make Ottawa a safe, reliable and affordable city.

Due to weather conditions, an overnight winter weather parking ban will be in effect on Wednesday, December 10 between 7 pm and 7 am across Ottawa.

Regardless of what holiday you’re celebrating, or who you’re sharing it with, remember to party responsibly and don’t drink and drive.

With the holiday season and colder months driving people indoors, and into closer contact, it makes it easier for respiratory viruses to spread, leading to a rise in infections, hospitalizations, and increased pressure on the healthcare system.

Residents are reminded that recycling is going provincial on January 1, 2026. Under regulations from the Government of Ontario, responsibility for collecting and processing recycling across Ontario will transfer to Circular Materials. Their contractor, Miller Waste, will be collecting your blue and black bins.

The Action Plan reinforces the City’s commitment to deliver high-impact services, including hiring more police and first responders, creating safer public spaces, and strengthening community-based prevention programs.

Congratulations to the 2025 Awesome Authors!

We’re thrilled to announce that the outstanding works of the 2025 Awesome Authors winners are now featured in the latest edition of Pot-Pourri.