I am pleased to announce that the City of Ottawa will begin construction of the Blackburn Park Splash Pad the week of May 17, 2021. Construction of this brand-new splashpad will take place over several weeks, with the completion of the project later this summer. This new park feature’s design was chosen by the community,…
The 2021 Wild Parsnip Program began May 25, 2021. Similar to years past, the goal is to reduce the growth of wild parsnip in highly infested areas while ensuring that environmentally sensitive areas and public safety are not adversely impacted. In total, Council has approved $298,000 for this year’s strategy. The 2021 Wild…
Ruisseau Park ravine forms part of the Blue Willow Stormwater Management (SWM) facility, a quantity control facility built online to a small tributary of Mud Creek in the 1990’s. Uncontrolled stormwater runoff has been causing erosion within the ravine in recent years. The City of Ottawa is undertaking a study to determine the best solution…
Did you know that Innes Ward has an incredible 18 outdoor community skating rinks, many of which are maintained by volunteers? Some are boarded, large rinks, others are puddle rinks; they all provide a much-needed outlet for the community to skate and play in the great outdoors. The beauty of these rinks is that for…
The information provided is subject to change as the COVID-19 situation continues to develop, for the most recent information please go to OttawaPublicHealth.ca/Coronavirus and The Government of Ontario’s Covid-19 Information Page. February 16, 2021 – City of Ottawa The City of Ottawa’s Medical Officer of Health has issued a new Class Order, effective February…
The information provided is subject to change as the COVID-19 situation continues to develop, for the most recent information please go to OttawaPublicHealth.ca/Coronavirus. January 6, 2021 – City of Ottawa On January 6, 2021, the City’s Medical Officer of Health, invoked a Section 22 Class Order to bring in limits to the number of people…
Join Councillor Laura Dudas and guests for a virtual coffee. The chat will feature tips and advice from Ottawa Public Health on the upcoming holidays; details on upcoming community activities, and an open chat Q&A. Featuring speakers from: MIFO Orléans City of Ottawa Ottawa Public Health Le Rendez-vous des aînés francophones d’Ottawa…
Draft Budget 2021 is a no-frills budget that strikes a balance between supporting evolving community needs during this pandemic and delivering essential municipal services, while also advancing Council’s priorities. This is integral, both to our community’s recovery and to Ottawa’s future prosperity. Many residents in our community face continued financial hardship; it’s more important than…
Following the public consultation I held at the end of 2019 asking residents which of two much-needed park upgrade designs they preferred most, construction at Carrière park began in early 2020. I am happy to announce that this project is now complete! As of this week of August 17, 2020, residents may enjoy their much-anticipated…
There is an opportunity for residents to name the new park at Spring Valley in Bradley Estates! Between now and August 15, I am inviting Innes Ward residents to propose a bilingual name to be considered for our new park. Suggested names will be submitted to the City for the final review*. Make your suggestions…