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. The peak season typically lasts for approximately four weeks but can be longer depending on yard waste quantities and the weather. When it’s not peak leaf and yard waste season, curbside waste is picked up by 6 pm.
Did you know setting out your leaf and yard waste separate from your green bin saves money because it can be composted at the Barnsdale leaf and yard composting pad at the Trail Waste Facility Landfill? Setting leaf and yard waste out separately will be required as of March 30, 2026, as part of the 2026 Residential Curbside Collection Contract.
To learn more about our green bin program and leaf and yard waste, visit: Ottawa.ca/greenbin.
My Participation in the US Embassy International Visitor Leadership Program Dear residents and neighbours, From September 20th – October 11th, I will be participating in the US Embassy International Visitor Leadership Program to study how different cities across the...
The City of Ottawa is happy to announce the development of a new 25 meter outdoor pool to be located adjacent the Vanier Library in Richelieu-Vanier Park at 300 des Peres Blancs Avenue in Ward 12. Info on Engage Ottawa here This brand new facility is...
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Every neighbourhood has that one house – one that has been abandoned for years, with boarded-up windows, overgrown weeds, and a growing collection of debris and graffiti. Residents complain, and despite issues being addressed as they arise, the underlying problem...
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...
Virtual (includes presentation) Wednesday, June 18, 2025, 6:30 to 8:30 pm Register at Ottawa.ca/stlaurentblvd In-Person (display boards only) Thursday, June 19, 2025, 6:30 to 8:30 pm Rideau HUB (Cafeteria), 815 St. Laurent Boulevard, Ottawa, K1K 3A7 The City of...
Click here to read Action Sandy Hill’s position statement* on the impact of the toxic drug supply and the over concentration of social services in Sandy Hill and Ward 12. *An error was made in the statement of facts in the final paragraph of the Background section on...
The City is mobilizing to do some improvements and maintenance to the pétanque courts at Richelieu park. Parks Maintenance #1 priority for 2025 is to get the smaller pétanque court in good shape for playing with a refresh of new materials. 2nd priority is to remove...
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...
Across Canada, people are struggling to find family doctors. The shortage of medical professionals extends to emergency room wait times and wait times to see specialists as well. In Ottawa, there are an estimated 150,000 people without access to a family doctor. In an...
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