The final draft, Draft 3, of the new Zoning By-law is now out for circulation and comment until October 3, 2025. The final draft incorporates feedback received during the Draft 2 consultation period, particularly on the outstanding issues identified in the Draft 2 report and direction provided by Council. See the list of public consultation sessions and provide comments.

The City of Ottawa is updating its 2012 Interim Skateboard Strategy, and we want to hear from you! Ottawa’s first skateboard park opened in 1987, and today we operate 25 across the city. As skateboarding and roller sports continue to grow in popularity, we’re planning for the next generation of skateboard parks.

The 18th annual Canada Army Run will have participants running, walking and rolling through Ottawa’s downtown core on Sunday, September 21. Road users should plan ahead for additional travel time on their trip or select alternate routes. Parking restrictions will also be in effect along the entire route.

Son Honneur Mark Sutcliffe, maire de la Ville d’Ottawa, en collaboration avec l'ACFO Ottawa, a le plaisir de vous convier à une cérémonie de lever du drapeau à l’occasion du Jour des Franco-Ontariens et des Franco-Ontariennes et du 50e anniversaire du drapeau franco-ontarien. Joignez-vous à nous! Date : Le jeudi 25 septembre 2025

His Worship Mark Sutcliffe, Mayor of the City of Ottawa, in collaboration with ACFO Ottawa, requests the pleasure of your company at a flag-raising ceremony to celebrate Franco-Ontarian Day and the 50thAnniversary of the Franco-Ontarian flag. Join us! Date: Thursday, September 25, 2025

All on- and off-ramps at Hunt Club Road and Airport Parkway will be temporarily closed on rotation overnight between 8 pm and 5:30 am until Monday, September 29. The work is taking place overnight to minimize traffic disruptions. Detours will be in place.

The audit highlighted that timelines have been getting longer for subdivision and site plan control applications, especially during the post-approval stage when legal agreements are being finalized. The audit makes seven recommendations for improvements.

Replenishing our tree canopy is vital! Ecology Ottawa’s Tree Giveaway Campaign helps. Got space? Pick up a tree at the WBCA Fall Corn & Wiener Boil, Saturday, September 20, 2025, 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Larkin Park, 76 Larkin Drive. Ecology Ottawa will have a booth at the event.