One more sleep until the festivities commence! Reminder: There will be no garbage/recycling/green bin pickup tomorrow, December 25, due to Christmas. All collection will be delayed by one day for the rest of the week. For the full holiday schedule: https://bit.ly/4s2UYEb

Merry Christmas ~ Joyeux Noël

🎄 Merry Christmas Eve Christmas Eve is a special moment to slow down and take in the warmth of the season. Whether you are spending the evening with family and friends, preparing traditions, or enjoying a quiet moment at home, I hope tonight brings comfort, connection, and a sense of peace.

HAPPY FESTIVUS 🗣️💪 Ontario removed the speed cameras… but we have the poles for now! So we embraced it. Introducing the Festivus Pole 🇨🇦 Let’s see it! ✔️ Airing of grievances ✔️ Feats of strength Keep it clean. Keep it fun. 😤Let me begin, people checking 50 lottery tickets at a Gas station at once.

🛹 The Gailea Momalu Courtyard Skate Park is really rolling — and there are only a few days left to have your say! Named in honour of pro skater Gailea Momalu, the latest designs are looking unreal. This space is shaping up to be something special —

🌙 Happy Winter Solstice Today marks the winter solstice, the shortest day and longest night of the year, and a moment to pause and reflect.

🎄🧶 Happy National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day! Today is the one day of the year where fashion rules don’t apply and the louder the sweater, the better! 🎅✨

🎄 It was such a pleasure to join everyone at the Gloucester 50+ Centre for the Christmas lunch and to spend some time together as we head into the holiday season. The room was full of warmth, great conversations, and plenty of Christmas cheer — the kind that makes these gatherings so special. ✨

This morning I had the chance to stop by Traffic Services’ Annual Holiday Traffic Jam, and it was a great reminder of just how much work goes into keeping our roads moving safely every single day.

December showers were not on our bingo card, Ottawa — yet here we are. 🌧️ Rain is expected overnight and into tomorrow, with 10–20 mm possible and temperatures rising above zero. If you can, please help reduce pooling and flooding by: Checking that your nearby catch basin is clear

The Gailea Momalu Courtyard Skate Park is really rolling now, and the latest designs are looking unreal. 🛹 Named in honour of pro skater Gailea Momalu, this space is shaping up to be something special — built for kickflips, ollies, carving lines, and real community vibes.

City Hall was a little livelier today with a Grade 10 class dropping by for a behind-the-scenes visit. They toured the building, learned how Council works, and then jumped into a mock council session of their own.

This edition of Two Minutes with Tim is live. 🚜 Winter operations and how our crews are keeping things moving 🚗 Staying safe out on the road as conditions change 📊 A budget update and what it means for our community 🚶Good news when it comes to pathways in our neighbourhoods

🥫 On December 13, @OC_Transpo and @LoblawsON will host the 41st Annual Holiday Food Drive in support of the @OttawaFoodBank. - TOMORROW Let’s rally the community and show what Ward ## is made of 💪 Donate online: buff.ly/qXLqRUd

ALTO, Canada’s high-speed rail project, is launching its first corridor between Ottawa and Montréal. This nation-building project, announced by the Minister of Transport, Steven MacKinnon, marks a major step toward faster, cleaner rail connecting Ontario and Quebec.

Winter has definitely arrived. If you’re heading out, please take it slow, give yourself extra time, and keep a safe distance between vehicles. Roads can be slippery and visibility reduced during winter conditions. Taking care on the roads helps keep everyone safe. Drive safe.

Great news for our east end commuters. Starting this April, Line 1 will run more frequently during weekday evenings, with service increasing to approximately every 7.5 minutes between 6:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. This is a meaningful step forward for riders in Beacon Hill-Cyrville and across the east end

OPS begins its community rollout on Dec. 15, introducing additional officers, expanded foot patrols, and strengthened proactive policing across all districts. The rollout supports earlier intervention, more visibility, and improved community engagement.

We knew it was coming, Ottawa, the snow is here! An overnight Winter Weather Parking Ban will be in effect tonight Wednesday, December 10 from 7 pm to 7 am. Our winter warriors need your support, please try to find off-street parking options.

Spending time with the Corporate Canine Therapy pups was pure happiness. Huge thanks to Councillor Carr for making this happen, and for bringing a pack of joy and wagging tails into the day. I left smiling, feeling lucky, and pretty fur-tunate to have stopped by. 🐾

Took a quick visit to the Roads yard to wish the crews well as we head into what is already shaping up to be a busy winter. If you want quick updates when it matters most, you can sign up for my community text alerts here : buff.ly/bjxA8Ub

It feels like we have been through an entire winter season already, and it’s only December. It could be a long one, Ottawa, so let’s strap in and enjoy the ride! There’s up to 20 centimetres on the way, but rest assured, our winter warriors are ready to jump into action.

What an incredible morning at the Christmas Cheer Breakfast – one of Ottawa’s most beloved traditions, now in its seventy-fourth year.

A beautiful ribbon-cutting took place today at the Beacon Learning Centre to celebrate their brand-new Little Free Library! 🎉📚 It was great to catch up with Becky and see this project come to life.

🥫 On December 13, @OC_Transpo and @LoblawsON will host the 41st Annual Holiday Food Drive in support of the @OttawaFoodBank. Let’s rally the community and show what Ward ## is made of 💪 Donate online: buff.ly/vaN3B4f

Every year on December 3rd, communities around the world mark the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. This morning at City Hall, our community gathered for the first Accessible Ottawa Awards.

Looking for a holiday gift that brings real joy long after the season is over? 🎁✨ A City of Ottawa gift certificate is a simple way to give experiences instead of clutter.

Today is Giving Tuesday, a day that reminds us of the strength, kindness, and heart that define our community. Across Beacon Hill–Cyrville, we see generosity every single day. Neighbours who show up for one another.

📅 Thursday, December 11, 2025 — 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM 📍 Tony Graham Recreation Complex, Hall A 100 Charlie Rogers Place, Ottawa An information session with Coyote Watch Canada (CWC) will explore coyotes in suburban settings and ways to support safe human–coyote interactions.

🎄 Happening this Saturday, December 6! The Mayor’s 23rd Annual Christmas Celebration takes place at Ottawa City Hall from 3:00 to 6:00 pm. Festivities include visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus, marshmallow roasting, live entertainment, wagon rides, and the Opening Day of the Rink of Dreams.

Big news from Friday’s 2025 Bears’ Den Innovation Pitch Event! I had the opportunity to serve as a judge at this year’s pitch competition hosted by the CHEO Research Institute’s Core Innovation team.

Communities and local leaders in Canada and the U.S. experience similar challenges, and strong relationships across the border are vital. Last week, FCM 1st VP @timtierney.ca connected with American counterparts at the National League of Cities’ City Summit.

It's about to be the sleepless night you’ve been dreaming of, Ottawa, and the Roads and Parking Services team is ready to save our hearts from the Fate of Ophelia. Or should we say Mother Nature? Snow is set to start on Saturday night with 5 to 10 centimetres expected by late Sunday afternoon.

🚨 We’re proud to welcome our latest recruit class! These new officers bring diverse skills, languages & life experiences — all united by one goal: serving Ottawa with compassion and courage. Welcome to the team! 👏 www.ottawapolice.ca/en/news/otta...

❄️ Apply Now - Snow Go Deadline: November 28, 2025 Need help clearing snow this winter? The Snow Go Program connects older adults and people with disabilities with reliable, affordable help for snow removal. Snow Go Assist Program also offers financial assistance for eligible low-income residents

Félicitations à Dominic Giroux, PDG de l’Hôpital Montfort, pour sa présentation aujourd’hui à HEC Montréal : « Le modèle de gestion de l’Hôpital Montfort : une approche qui donne des résultats ».

🎅✨ Santa’s Coming to Town! Get ready, Ottawa — Santa is making his rounds across the city with parades and festive activities all season long! Grab your mittens, gather the family, and soak up the holiday magic. ❄️🎁 For the full list of Santa sightings and Christmas events, visit: 👉 buff.ly/pThYrff

ME: June 2025: no way will the East End light rail be running OC Today: we hoped to have proved you wrong…. April 1 2026 now. Call me, Nostradamus

The City of Ottawa is launching its new recreation membership and admissions model next week, on Monday, December 1. Learn more about the new three-tier structure and household memberships: 🔗 buff.ly/bw5Jb1A

What an absolutely magical Saturday morning community breakfast 🎄🥞✨ Une énergie festive et chaleureuse remplissait chaque coin de la cafétorium, rassemblant familles, enfants et voisins.

FCM’s 1st VP @timtierney.ca was in Salt Lake City this week connecting with local leaders south of the border at the National League of Cities’ City Summit.

Registration opens TONIGHT! Winter recreation, arts, culture and virtual activities open for registration tonight at 9 pm — Thursday, November 20. Browse and favourite your choices now at register.ottawa.ca so you're ready when registration goes live!

Latvian Independence Day Flag Raising at City Hall This morning I was invited to take part in the Latvian Independence Day flag raising at City Hall. Deputy Mayor Steve DeRocher offered remarks on behalf of the City before the Latvian flag was raised in recognition of this important day.

⏰🏊‍♀️ Swimming lesson registration is TONIGHT! Winter is on the way, and it’s the perfect time to get set for the season. Registration for swimming lessons opens at 9:00 p.m. tonight on register.ottawa.ca.

🎄🥞✨ Guess Who’s Coming to Pancake Breakfast? ✨🥞🎄 Three very familiar faces from the North Pole are making a special stop in Beacon Hill-Cyrville… but for now, their identities are under wraps. 😄 🎅 Guest #1: Loves cookies, works one night a year, and has a laugh that shakes the room.

With Automated Speed Enforcement now turned off, I have been speaking with the Ottawa Police Service about what comes next for our community.

What an incredible morning celebrating the official ribbon cutting at Equator Coffee ☕️🎉✂️✨

🎄✨ A Wonderful Morning at the Christmas Bazaar ✨🎄 This morning I stopped by the Annunciation of the Lord CWL Christmas Bazaar and it was such a great way to start the day. The place was buzzing with energy and it was clear how much work went into putting this together.

🚨 Today is the final day for Ontario’s speed cameras. Councillor Tim Tierney joined @CFRAOttawa’s Patricia Boal on Ottawa at Work to discuss what comes next. He highlighted one of the new safety measures the Ontario government now requires municipalities to implement in place of speed cameras.

Need help clearing snow this winter? The Snow Go Program connects older adults and people with disabilities with reliable, affordable help for snow removal. The Snow Go Assist Program also offers financial assistance for eligible low-income residents.