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The project is in councillor Stéphanie Plante’s ward, and Sharon Miko is president and CEO at the Ottawa Humane Society. The plan goes to city...
Canada is entering the next phase of a decades-long opioid crisis that already claimed more than 53,000 lives. The human toll is staggering. As participants...
The City of Ottawa wants to make the ByWard Market a National Historic Site in time for the city’s 200th birthday.
City of Ottawa staff are looking to ask the federal government to deem the ByWard Market a national historic site to help celebrate its 200th...
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Community Services Committee Budget Overview
I voted in favour of the Community Services Budget that passed at Council on Dec 10th. Here are some highlights:
New Zoning Bylaw
The new zoning bylaw has been working its way forward since the first draft was issued on April 29, 2024. The third draft was considered by a joint committee of Council this week. The new zoning bylaw is needed to update the city’s zoning so that it is consistent with the new Official Plan adopted on November 4, 2022. As well, a series of new provincial laws and regulations regarding land use and housing construction also necessitate changes in the city zoning.
Reflections on the Mayor’s Breakfast with Prime Minister Mark Carney
I was at the Mayor’s Breakfast this morning (Monday, December 8th) with Prime Minister Mark Carney, and I left with mixed feelings.
Update on Recycling Collection
Recycling is going provincial! Starting January 1, 2026, the City will no longer be responsible for collecting your recycling. The new provincial recycling program will be managed by Circular Materials.
Notice issued by the Ottawa Police Service concerning the placement of a high-risk offender in Rideau-Vanier
I am writing on behalf of the residents of Rideau-Vanier Ward regarding the recent public safety notice issued by the Ottawa Police Service concerning the placement of a high-risk offender in a John Howard Society residence in Vanier.
2026 Draft Budget Consultation
Included is the Draft Budget Summary for Ward 12, the presentation deck and a link to the full online consultation held on November 18th, 2025
