I voted in favour of the Community Services Budget that passed at Council on Dec 10th. Here are some highlights:
Community Services Committee Budget Overview
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On this page you will find Stéphanie's Posts in the Community Services Category
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.
Extended collection hours during peak leaf and yard waste season
Let’s rake & roll – peak leaf and yard season is almost here. What does this mean? Starting on Tuesday, October 14 waste collection operators have until 8 pm to pick up separately set out leaf and yard waste at the curb.
Problematic Properties
In April 2024, I brought forward a successful motion at City Council to create a Problematic Properties webpage, to help residents easily understand what qualifies as a problematic property, how to report issues through 3-1-1, and what City departments are involved.
Helping Pets and Pet Owners in Ward 12
During the pandemic, we were reminded just how important our four-legged friends are as a source of comfort, happiness and routine, especially for those who live alone. Sadly, Rideau-Vanier has one of the highest rates of animal surrender, where people find themselves in a difficult situation and are forced to give up their pets.
Boulevard Gardens Update
Council has expanded the gardening permissions for residents in the City-owned boulevard next to their property. While a permit is not required, there are safety considerations and rules to follow. What’s new: Owners and tenants can replace the grass in the boulevard...
2025 Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off Event Schedule
Every year, the City of Ottawa hosts drop-off events to ensure that resident’s hazardous waste is safely collected, transported, and appropriately recycled or disposed of
Have your say about alcohol consumption in Parks, and other bylaw issues
The City held an unadvertised “pop-up” at Riverain Park on July 9, 2024, from 11:30-2:00pm to gather park users' feedback. City staff members were on-site, along with a booth to inform people of the Parks and Facilities By-law Review and to discuss their experience...
School Street Update
Rue Barrée! Street Closed Dropping off kids at school in the morning can be intensely stressful. During the morning drop off and afternoon pick up times, the streets next to our children’s school can become very unsafe because of crowding, idling, and speeding among...
Free Basketball in Ward 12
Looking for a free activity to do with your kids? The answer may be basketball! In Ward 12 we are rich in free, drop-in basketball. Check out the list below and find the location and time that works best for you and your family. All activities are free! Most are on a...
