We recognize that there has been an increase in bus trips not showing up when you expect them. This is disruptive to your day-to-day and we need to do better. Here are some steps we are taking to improve your bus service. www.octranspo.com/en... 1/2

Hey Ottawa, Our dashboard shows flu activity remains very high, RSV is on the rise, and COVID-19 activity is low and steady. Some hospitals continue to experience high patient volumes—especially with flu cases.

OC Transpo: maintenance issues causing rise in undelivered bus trips

A list of outdoor rinks in Stittsville. Two new rinks brings our total to 16 this year! ⛸️ glengower.ca/information/...

OC Transpo electric bus update: - 36 currently in service - 110 expected by end of April 2026 - 234 by end of 2026 - 350 by end of 2027 🔋🚍🚏

OC Transpo issued a memo earlier today after a higher-than-usual number of bus cancellations. It's due to an increased # of buses requiring maintenance work. 🧵 glengower.ca/information/... 1/

Our team took a tour of Ottawa’s Traffic Operations Centre on Loretta Avenue. Tucked in beside the Queensway, this old industrial building is where staff monitor and adjust traffic signals, fabricate street signs, coordinate pavement line painting, and more. Photos: glengower.ca/notebook/not...

Once again this year, we’re accepting applications from Stittsville residents for the Stittsville Community Micro-Grant program. The program provides grants of up to $200 for qualifying projects. Details: glengower.ca/information/...

Happy first birthday O-Train lines 2 and 4: marking one year since launch

New from me: 1.2% of all homes in Ottawa were vacant in 2023 (That & more data from the latest report on Ottawa's Vacant Unit Tax) glengower.substack.com/p/12-of-all-...

Update from the City's public works department about snow clearing operations. ⚠️ If you can, ensure that your local catch basin is clear and able to take in water. 💡Did you know: You can find your nearest catch basin on ottawa.ca. Search for "catch basin locator map".

First skate of the year! The ice is a bit soft.

Some info from the Queensway Carleton Hospital

Sometimes to pass time while I wait for the bus in the morning, I count how many vehicles come to a complete stop at the intersection. This morning, 27 of 60 drivers came to a full stop in 5 minutes. Most of the others rolled the stop and at least 8 or 9 of those just ran the stop sign completely. 😯

Today marks the 1 Year Anniversary of the opening of O-Train Lines 2 and 4.

Have your say on OC Transpo’s 2026–2029 Accessibility Plan. Take part in public consultations virtually or in-person or complete the accessible survey. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4aSERTH

The City of Ottawa is inviting community groups to submit project proposals under the Community-led Greening Initiatives and Gardening Program. This program allows communities to create or expand gardens and greening projects on City land. glengower.ca/information/...

Interesting data from Edmonton

What transit lines are opening in North America in 2026? 🚇 Metro in LA, Montréal, Monterrey 🚈 Light rail in Ottawa, St Louis, Seattle, Toronto 🚋 Streetcar in Kansas City, Orange County 🚌 Bus improvements in Atlanta, Salt Lake, San Bernardino & more It's on The Transport Politic's annual roundup ⏬

Always a good reminder

Results from Ottawa Police impaired driving enforcement during the holiday season.

Update: School drop-off and pick-up times in Stittsville glengower.ca/information/...

January 2026: Multicultural & Human Rights Calendar glengower.ca/events/janua...

From @hydroottawa.bsky.social: Top 5 most common causes of power outages in 2025 glengower.ca/information/...

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Now reading! Really interesting so far. Just made it through the 1974 election. The country was dealing with 10% inflation, yikes.

It’s been a milestone year for the O-Train Extension Project. From the launch of Lines 2 and 4 to positive construction progress in the east, our latest blog looks back at the highlights and what’s ahead. 👉 Read the full Year in Review: www.octranspo.com/en/news/arti...

I get a lot of crazy looks when I say self-driving cars are designed for lawbreaking. But it’s 100% true.

“In simple terms: a heavier car offers diminishing safety benefits to the person inside it, while imposing rapidly increasing risk on everyone else.” (Graph from The Economist)

E-cargo bikes sound pretty amazing in this new UK study: "Parents’ and children’s enjoyment, curiosity, and sense of adventure encouraged additional travel, transforming routine journeys into playful and memorable family experiences." doi.org/10.1016/j.tb...

Wrapping up this year’s @theglobeandmail.com holiday crossword with 12 clues left. So close! ✏️🧐

ICYMI: Transit is free on New Year’s Eve starting at 6 pm so everyone can get to and from celebrations safely. Details 👉https://ow.ly/hAni50XQlEK

Being able to bring Anna to Ottawa was a highlight of my year and it's so wonderful to see that it has had this kind of lasting impact at city hall ❤️. Recommendation seconded!

A big welcome to Sanaa and Charaf who have just opened a new coffee shop on Stittsville Main Street called Cafe Vanille. Lots of sweet and savory treats plus coffee, lattes, and more. A bright and cozy space inside. ☕️

Five books about cities that I read in 2025. 🧵 1/

“Car bloat”—increasingly oversized automobiles—worsens road safety, affordability and the environment. Here are some of the stories I wrote in 2025 examining the trend and proposing solutions. 🧵 In @vox.com, I likened car bloat to secondhand smoke (which helped bring down the US tobacco industry).

Such a lovely story ottawacitizen.com/news/uber-to...

Afternoon update from Ottawa's Public Works department.

Heads up, Ottawa. Strong winds are expected today, which could lead to power outages. Ensure your devices are charged and you're prepared. Safety first: Downed power lines are extremely dangerous. If you see one, stay at least 10 metres away and call 911 immediately, followed by us at 613-738-0188.

In 2025, King Charles and Queen Camilla admired radishes and asparagus at a farmer's market in Ottawa.

2025 was a year full of surprise and delight in Canadian politics.

It is mostly in southern Ontario! The plows are out. Thankfully. We are sheltering indoors!

Looks like the worst of the freezing rain has passed through. Major roads are mostly clear. Local/residential roads are icy. No power outages on the Hydro Ottawa map.

➡️Be careful entering and exiting the bus. ➡️Take your time and keep an eye out for slippery surfaces on train platforms. (2/2)

🌧️️Freezing rain continues to fall this morning. Buses, Lines 1,2,4 and #ParaTranspo will operate according to conditions for safety. Stay safe, plan ahead, and allow extra time for your travels: plan.octranspo.com/p...#ParaTranspo @transit.app and remember... (1/2)

Environment Canada has issued A Special Weather Statement for Ottawa. A potent cold front will create strong winds that combined with ice buildup could cause damage and utility outages. Be prepared. #ONStorm

According to the team at Environment Canada there's going to be freezing rain, *check notes* ...and more freezing rain, and then some snow. Here's what you need to know: 🧵 1/3

We got home about 9:30pm and the freezing rain was just starting. Glad we got home when we did - the rain was accumulating quickly on our windshield and intersections were icy. Seriously, stay off the roads if you can.

From Ottawa’s GM of Parks & Recreation

Update from City staff in preparations for the ice storm.