The City encourages residents to call 3-1-1 to report basement flooding. More information is available to residents at Ottawa.ca/flooding.

Hydro Ottawa: We are experiencing multiple outages across our service territory. Crews have been deployed to assess damage and restore power where it is safe to do so. If customers see a downed power line, they are urged to call 911 immediately. Stay at least 10 meters away.

Downtown transit on Canada Day Don't forget, all transit on OC Transpo is free July 1.

Canada Day Road and Pathway Closures For more info: bit.ly/4vsGTB9

To participate, youth will need to purchase a Presto card & set the appropriate pass for their age (Pre-Teen/Youth) at a participating shops. Youth who already receive a Student transit pass through their school can continue to use the same card through the summer.

From July 1-August 31, youth ages 11-18 ride OC Transpo buses, trains and Para Transpo for free. On September 1, the same age group will continue to ride for free on weekday evenings after 5 pm, weekends and holidays.

Major collision: Airport Parkway at Hunt Club. Down to one lane Emergency vehicles on site, Police directing traffic.

Happy Birthday John. Enjoying egg rolls outside an Ottawa South institution. Ruby Inn is set to close on Sunday, you still have time for one last order.

RA Centre - This Weekend The Escapade Music Festival takes place at the R.A. Centre, 2451 Riverside Drive, from 1pm TODAY, concluding on Sunday June 28 at 11 pm. Organizers expect over 20,000 attendees.

Reminder: The City is hosting an open house TONIGHT (6-8pm) to review Hunt Club Road projects: Bank St intersection, transit priority study & Airport Pkwy bridge/active transportation improvements. Diane Deans Greenboro CC (363 Lorry Greenberg) More here: ottawa.ca/huntclubMCEA

Stabbing investigation: Mooney’s Bay Park Today, the Ottawa Police Service has charged two youths in a stabbing that took place at Mooney’s Bay on May 30, 2026. A 16-year-old male faces 6 charges. A 15-year-old male faces 2 charges.

Last night, Carlington & Central Park residents got their first look at the preliminary vision for Merivale Road North, part of the Functional Design Study. Road safety on Merivale Road must improve for all users - have your say! engage.ottawa.ca/merivale-road-north-functional-design-study

Eiffel Avenue is closed today from Bellamy Street to Claymor Avenue. This is due to the installation of new hydro poles in the immediate vicinity.

There will be a in-person public open house on Thursday, June 25 from 6:30 – 8:30 pm at W.E. Gowling Public School in the gymnasium to discuss the Clyde Ave N and Laperriere Ave improvements. engage.ottawa.ca/clyde-laperr...

Get Growing Hunt Club will be giving away packages of vegetable & flower seeds today. From 3-5:30pm at the Hunt Club Riverside Park Community Centre, 3320 Paul Anka Drive. Herbs, cauliflower, broccoli , squash, lettuce, spinach, cucumber, melons, tomatoes, peppers, carrots, peas

Important Public Session TONIGHT Tonight (6:30pm)- Merivale Road North Functional Design Study Consultation and Information Session Display Boards and sit-down presentation St Elizabeth Parish, 1303 Leaside Avenue

Community events TODAY in River Ward Carlington Community Health Centre Community Connections BBQ, 4-6pm, followed by the AGM at 6pm. Carleton Heights CA annual bbq in Carleton Heights Park, 5-7pm Ellwood-Ridgemont CA AGM, 7pm, Residence Inn, 1172 Walkley Road

Tonight, 6:30-8pm Courtland Park Ditch Project - Public Information Session Carleton Heights Community Centre Drop in anytime to learn more about this project - extensive ditch renewal project for approx one dozen streets in Courtland Park (Northern Carleton Heights)

Dads, Grandfathers, Uncles and Father figures...I hope you had a great day.

Pollinator Appreciation Day - TODAY Fletcher Wildlife Gardens, off Prince of Wales (River Ward) 10am to 2pm Many local organizations and exhibitors, scheduled events and guided walks. Free to attend.

Major Events at Mooney's Bay Park & Terry Fox Athletic Centre this weekend... Canadian Track and Field Championships at Terry Fox Dragon Boat Festival at Mooney's Bay Park/Beach

This afternoon's Bookmobile stops in River Ward are modified: Bookmobile stops: HUNT CLUB and BAYVIEW will be located inside the Hunt Club-Riverside Park Community Centre, 3320 Paul Anka Drive.

Demolition Permit/Permis de démolition Demolition Permit: DEMO-2026-009353 Address: 1623 Apeldoorn Avenue Description of Work: Demolish a 2-storey detached dwelling Permit Issued: June 17, 2026

Demolition Permit: DEMO-2026-007464 Address: 1240 Carling Avenue, corner lot beside Merivale lane Description of Work: Demolish a 2-storey detached dwelling Permit Issued: June 16, 2026

Demolition Permit: DEMO-2026-008885 Address: 1352 Raven Ave, Ottawa, ON Description of Work: Demolish a 1-storey detached dwelling Permit Issued: June 15, 2026

Baseline-Merivale Secondary Plan Open House Monday June 15, 2026, 7 to 8:30pm Julian of Norwich Anglican Church, located at 7 Rossland Ave (Merivale Road at Rossland Avenue and Withrow Avenue). More information here: engage.ottawa.ca/baseline-merivale-secondary-plan

A great visit at the Green Fair Ottawa - Innovation & EV Showcase today with event organizer Angela Keller-Herzog.

Weekend Work - LRT 2 & 4 Shutdown O-Train Lines 2 & 4 will be fully closed on Saturday, June 13 and Sunday, June 14, to allow crews to undertake several planned maintenance activities. R2 bus service will operate btwn Bayview & Limebank. Route 105 will replace Line 4.

Green Fair Ottawa: Innovation & EV Showcase TOMORROW, 10am-4pm, free Ottawa Conference & Events Centre, 200 Coventry Green Fair Ottawa is a fun, family-friendly public event showcasing sustainability innovators & local vendors - explore practical solutions for sustainable living

Wild parsnip spraying in River Ward has recently taken place Locations: Along the recreational pathway in/near Moffat Farm Veterans Park and Sawmill Creek pathway, near Wendy Stewart Stormwater ponds.

Riverview Gardens Community Garage Sale Saturday - 8am to Noon See details below

Today, City Council unanimously approved the sale of 1601 Prince of Wales, known as Carillon Coop, to the Coop Corporation, for fair market value. This affordable housing community will now control its own destiny - a multi-year process, with a successful conclusion.

Volunteers Welcome for Buckthorn Removal Tuesday June 9, 7-8pm Wednesday June 10 & Friday June 12, 10am-Noon Meet at the Clyde Bee & Butterfly Patch, corner of Clyde & Castlehill. Bring gloves, pruners. Wear long pants and closed toed shoes. Bug spray recommended.

Planned water service interruption June 10, 8am-4pm Due to planned water infrastructure repairs on Kenzie St (between Coldrey Ave and Laperriere Ave) households & businesses in this area may experience interruptions to water service.

Final property taxes installment payment is due June 18. Payment options: At the bank, including online or telephone banking City of Ottawa Client Service Centres Online by payment card: Ottawa.ca/paytax By sending a cheque to the City of Ottawa Pre-authorized debit

The annual River Ward Strawberry Social was berry-good! A full house, with 250 participants yesterday. Thank you to our servers, local businesses who donated prizes & our event sponsor, Waterford Retirement Residence (Bank at Hunt Club). for our on-going partnership.

Road Closure - Sunday June 7, 10am-5pm Churchill Avenue South Car Meets of Ottawa x REDLINE event

Public Works Big Wheels Expo Sun June 7, 9:30am-12:30pm Ottawa Stadium, 300 Coventry Road  Showcasing large public works vehicles to explore Take LRT Line 1 to Tremblay Stn, walk across bridge over Queensway to stadium Bike parking is available $9 to park vehicles

W E Gowling PS Spring Fair TOMORROW, 10am-1pm Tons of activities, food, fun Carlington Community Association Plant and Yard Sale Plant sale at WE Gowling Yard sales across Carlington, various residences. View: carlingtoncommunity.org

Last night I co-hosted the Carlington Community Safety Night, with the Ottawa Police Service. The OPS provided an overview of community policing, including the NRT, updates on their proactive work on local crime matters and explained community-based programs to participate in.

Girls on the Run! Thx to the OSEG Foundation for organizing this amazing event, held this past weekend at the Terry Fox Athletic Centre in River Ward. Ottawa Charge Superstar Rebecca Leslie was on hand and a big hit with the girls.

The Ottawa Police has confirmed that earlier tonight, two people were stabbed in Mooney's Bay Park, one victim in critical condition. Both were transported to hospital. Investigators are engaged and the investigation is ongoing. No arrests have been made at this time.

Yesterday I announced the Province will award the Ontario Medal for Paramedic Bravery to Advanced Care Paramedic François Jacques & Primary Care Paramedic Stephen Welsh, two Ottawa paramedics. Both men performed exceptional acts of courage involving a vicious dog last October.

The Ottawa Police is investigating the death of a six-year-old child that occurred tonight. The child was pulled from the Rideau River at or north of Mooney's Bay Beach. Bystanders began lifesaving efforts, then transported to hospital, where the child was pronounced deceased.

Demolition Permit: DEMO-2026-005461 Address: 1252 Dorchester Avenue Description of Work: Demolish a 2-storey detached dwelling Permit Issued: May 27, 2026

Eid Mubarak! Eid al-Adha begins tonight, on the tenth day of Dhul-Hijjah & ends at sundown on Friday. The three-day observance signifies the end of the sacred days of Dhul-Hijjah, the month of pilgrimage, & begins with the sighting of the moon this evening. Best wishes to all

Sawmill Creek multi-use pathway- Toe Stabilization Project The contractor will be completing the final paving operations on May 28 which will require a full closure of the pathway (north of the Juno Beach Bridge) for most of the day to safely complete the work.

Spoke with 100 or so engaged and knowledgeable junior division students this morning at W E Gowling PS. We discussed the role of municipal government, local and City-wide projects and why they should care and engage in local issues. A really smart bunch of students!

Traffic impacts near the airport on May 27 & 28, 6am to 7pm due to an event at the EY Centre. Motorists travelling on Hunt Club Road, Uplands Drive & the Airport Parkway may encounter delays. Make sure to include additional travel time to/from the airport. Consider LRT Line 2 & 4.

The Ottawa Carleton DSB is selling the former McGregor Easson PS site, located at 991 Dynes Road. The entire 6.4 acres, plus school building, is up for sale, with an asking price of $9 million. The land is currently zoned Institutional.