I am thrilled to share that the new Ottawa River Lookout is officially open! When this opportunity first came forward, I saw the potential to create something truly special for our community. My goal was to establish more than just a viewpoint overlooking the Ottawa River. I wanted to help create a destination that celebrates…
Canada Day is always a highlight of the year for me. I am deeply proud to be Canadian and to be raising my family in a country that proudly promotes freedom, safety, diversity, and equality. There is no country quite like Canada and that’s something worth celebrating! As we approach Canada Day, I wanted to…
In the coming weeks, crews will begin resurfacing a significant number of residential roads across our community. As many of you know from my newsletters and updates, this year marks one of the largest investments in residential road repaving that Orléans West‑Innes has ever seen. Some of these streets have not been resurfaced since they…
One of my fondest memories was when Ottawa joined in Canada’s 150th celebrations, when we partook in extraordinary events and activities happening in nearly every nook and cranny of our city. This year marks another historic milestone, as Ottawa celebrates its 200th anniversary and once again provides opportunities for residents and community groups to fête…
My winter 2025 newsletter is now online. If you are viewing from a mobile device like a cellphone or tablet, click the button to download and view the document. Click here to view the 2025 Winter Newsletter
As we approach the end of another year, this season offers a wonderful opportunity to pause and reflect. It’s a time to gather with family, friends, and neighbours, to celebrate the holidays and look ahead to the promise of a new year. Serving our community as your City Councillor continues to be an incredible honour.…
It’s the most wonderful time of the year… at least if you’re a municipal politics enthusiast! The Mayor has now released his draft budget for 2026, which lays out how Ottawa plans to invest in services and infrastructure over the next year. This is one of the most important decisions Council makes annually, and it’s…
If you followed my updates during last year’s City budget, you’ll know that I secured funding for an engineering study, the first step toward expanding the Bob MacQuarrie Recreation Centre – Orléans with a brand-new gymnasium. I’m thrilled to share that the project has progressed faster than I ever expected. The study and preliminary work…
While the delivery of healthcare is a Provincial responsibility, municipalities like Ottawa absolutely have a role to play. When thousands of residents are struggling to access care, we need every tool in the toolbox to support local solutions. This was front and centre at this week’s Finance and Corporate Services Committee meeting, where we debated…
As summer winds down, it is hard to believe how quickly the season has flown by. Fall feels like a fresh start, with back-to-school routines beginning and families settling into their schedules; our community is finding its rhythm again. The change in seasons is always a reminder to pause, reflect, and think about what is…