Snowbank removal tonight/overnight in River Ward: Baseline Road Heron Road Workers Memorial Bridge Paul Anka Drive Uplands Drive

Demolition Permit: DEMO-2026-000733 Address: 1171A Emperor Ave Description of Work: Demolish a 1-storey detached dwelling Permit Issued: January 30, 2026

Today's Update Additional charge today in the investigation into the homicide that occurred on January 28, on Mayview Avenue. 41-year-old Selina Rose O’QUINN of Ottawa has been charged with second-degree murder. She will appear in court today. Homicide Unit: 613-236-1222 ext 5493

Since Jan 18, City of Ottawa snow operations crews have removed more than 841,000 cubic meters of snow using 711 semi-trailers & 2,900 dump trucks to haul it to six snow storage facilities. Snow removal operations will be paused starting Friday night and will resume on Sunday.

Update: Deceased: Shawn Challis-Eatough, 28, of Brantford. Charged: 41-year-old Steve VIVIAN of Ottawa & 19-year-old Anthony MEREDITH of Kitchener, with second-degree murder. A 41-year-old Ottawa woman was also arrested today. Homicide Unit: at 613-236-1222, ext 5493

Snowbank Removal today in River Ward: Albion Banff Colman Cromwell Hobson Kitchener Jasper Larose Lepage Malden McBride Morisset Sandhurst Springland Walton Woodward

The Ottawa Police responded to a report of a stabbing on Mayview Ave earlier tonight. The victim has succumbed to their injuries and the matter is being treated as a homicide. Multiple crime scenes are being held in the area while detectives investigate. Two individuals are in custody.

Watermain break This happened earlier today... 1058 Chevrier St. (between Dorchester Ave & Trent St.) Local households may experience interruptions in water service. Water service is expected to be restored by 8pm tonight

In the coming weeks, Ottawa Forestry will be pruning the trees in the Riverside Park Neighborhood parks as part of their Neighborhood Operational Workplan. The parks include: Ernie Calcutt Park Flannery Green Marble Park Mooney's Bay Park Paget Park Pauline Vanier Park

One year ago yesterday (January 25, 2025), I opened the brand new Walkley Trillium Line station. The Trillium Line remains the most reliable form of transit provided by OC Transpo.

Watermain break Local households near 975 Sproule (off Shillington) may experience interruptions in water service. Water service is expected to be fully restored by 8pm.

Due to on-going snow removal operations, a daytime winter weather parking ban is in effect until 7pm today across Ottawa. On-street parking is prohibited on city streets so crews can plow easily and effectively. Vehicles parked on the street during a ban may be ticketed and towed.

St Andrew's Church, 82 Kent at Wellington, my home church, will celebrate its 200th anniversary in 2028. All are welcome.

Bye-bye snowbanks (daytime removal) today in River Ward: Chevrier Clyde Hollington Kingston Shillington Summerville

Snowbank removal tonight/overnight in River Ward: Dynes Fisher, Baseline to PoW Meadowlands, PoW to Fisher Prince of Wales, Fisher to Forest Hill

Some good news... First day of winter in Ottawa, Dec 21, 2025 Sunrise: 7:40am Sunset: 4:24pm Total Sunlight: 8h43m January 21, 2026 (one month later) Sunrise: 7:35am Sunset: 4:54pm Total Sunlight: 9h19m Gain: 36 minutes in one month

Frigid Temperatures Call 3-1-1  for shelter referral or to get assistance for transportation to get out of the cold. Call 2-1-1 to access drop-in centres, community/health resource centres, food banks/food programs, winter clothing, Out of the Cold locations with meals/snacks

Carlington, say goodbye to your snowbanks... Snowbank removal today (daytime): Admiral Anna Crerar Crown General Marshall Stevenson Tunis

Snowbank Removal today in River Ward (daytime): Bloomingdale Cedar Park Celebration Central Park Flannery Hobson Lynhurst Mayview Medford Norberry Rosenthal Springland State Trump

Planned snowbank removal in River Ward tonight/overnight: Clyde Hunt Club Kirkwood

Snowbank removal in the Central Park neighbourhood Tomorrow (River Ward): Coleridge Grammercy Manhattan Niki Scout Staten Whitestone Yorkville

Snowbank removal in River Ward tonight/overnight: Carling Avenue Clyde Avenue Kirkwood Avenue Merivale Road Walkley Road

Heads Up - Power Outage Hydro Ottawa will be undertaking tree trimming & vegetation management. Impacted streets: Dorothea, Kamloops, Leopolds, Revelstoke & Riverside Project date: January 19 Planned power outage: 8am-4pm Contractor: Asplundh Canada Impacted households: 50

Heads Up - Power Outage Hydro Ottawa will be undertaking tree trimming & vegetation management. Impacted streets: Fielding Court & Fielding Drive Project date: January 21, 2026 Planned power outage: 11am to 5pm Contractor on site: Asplundh Canada Total households impacted: 27

Due to water infrastructure repairs near 1301 Dorchester Avenue (between Silver & Prince) local households may experience interruptions in water service. Water service is expected to be restored by 6pm tonight.

Prepare for tomorrow - Up to 25cm of snow in a 24 hr period. Plan accordingly - stay safe.

Baseline Road (2 lanes), eastbound, at Fisher has reopened. Repairs to the watermain are now complete. A final layer of asphalt will follow this spring.

Update The watermain on Baseline (just east of Fisher) was fixed, was in the process of being flushed out and the watermain broke again. The City will backfill the site and reopen the lanes later this afternoon and then return tomorrow morning (7am) to repair the watermain.

Update Significant opening in the roadway to access the watermain has been undertaken. The City is unable to accurately predict a reopening time of the road, but estimate late afternoon/early evening.

Bookmobile Stop Relocation Due to unforeseen circumstances the following change has been made to today's schedule: the RIVERSIDE stop will relocated to the Terry Fox Athletic Facility at 2960 Riverside Drive

This is a serious situation. It appears Baseline, Eastbound, will remain closed for several hours. The road has been compromised. The City is aiming to have the repair completed to reopen the road by PM peak.

Watermain break Eastbound Baseline Rd is CLOSED at Fisher Ave

Coyote Spotting Over the weekend in Lexington Park and St Augustine School yard. I have informed the school principal. Coyotes are normal for River Ward. Do not feed, tease, follow them.

This morning I attended the annual Greater Ottawa Home Builders’ Association Breakfast with the Mayor at the St Elias Centre. As we embark on a new year, industry leaders gathered to discuss Ottawa’s housing priorities, growth pressures & opportunities for collaboration. Photo credit: Coun Devine

River Ward's outdoor ice rinks: In Operation: Alexander, Arnott, Celebration, Frank Licari, Geoff Wightman, Ledbury, Lexington, McCarthy, Meadowvale Terrace, Owl, Paget, Pauline Vanier Needs more TLC: Bellevue Manor, Carleton Heights & Rideauview Raven Rink - to be verified

Applications are now open for #OttCity’s Community-led Greening Initiatives and Gardening Program. Apply by February 3. An information session will take place on January 14 at the Nepean Sportsplex. Find out more: https://bit.ly/4bqfwQW

Watermain break... Near 60 Forest Hill Ave (between Prince of Wales and the cul-de-sac) Local households may experience interruptions in water service. Water service is expected to be restored by 6am, Friday morning.

Take public transit tonight - it's free...courtesy of Safer Roads Ottawa and MADD Ottawa and Area.

The Rideau Canal will open tomorrow, December 31, between Bank and Somerset, a 3.4km stretch.

Until January 15, 2026, children and youth under 17 will receive free admission, while young adults aged 18 to 24 will enjoy 50% off entry at participating federal museums in Ottawa.

Watermain break Near 1035 Normandy Cres (between Apeldoorn & Valmarie) Local households may experience interruptions in water service. Water service is expected to be restored by 7pm.

As a result of freezing rain expected overnight, all recreation (community and sports centres) activities starting before 9am on Monday December 29 are canceled. Please note, all camps, tournaments, and special events, including the Bell Capital Cup, will proceed as planned.

Fire at 1173 Summerville The cause of the fire was a dryer catching fire due to lint buildup. No injuries were reported. There is no structural damage to the home. The restoration company was dispatched to assist in the home.

Santa Claus has acquired permission to fly in Ottawa airspace tonight.

Emergency sewer excavation Near Clyde Ave N/Doheny St The excavation is necessary to mitigate the risk of sewer backup and potential flooding to nearby homes/businesses. Excavation is anticipated to commence at approximately 3:30pm today and expected to be completed tonight.

Due to water infrastructure repairs near 2953 Southmore Dr E (between Rand & Thorndale) local households may experience interruptions in water service. Water service is expected to be restored by 7pm.

Last night's River Ward Community Christmas Dinner was a smashing success, 450 guests for a traditional turkey dinner. Thank you to our amazing volunteers and local sponsors. Venvi Windsor Park and Venvi Landmark Court were the platinum sponsors, thank you!!!

Thanks to all my Council colleagues for again being good sports for my annual holiday song video! Enjoy! Merci à tous mes collègues du Conseil d'avoir une fois de plus joué le jeu pour ma vidéo annuelle de chansons de Noël ! Profitez-en !

Rain and thaw is coming... With the temperature expected to rise well above zero today and the significant amount of rain on the way, if you are safely able to do, please ensure that your local catch basin is free of ice and snow and able to receive waterflow.

Marathon meeting today, possible spillover tomorrow to debate & discuss the Zoning Bylaw Review, a comprehensive, City changing review that will impact all neighbourhoods. This concludes a 3-year process. I have moved a motion to address zoning amendments to the Southern Corridor