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Ward 5 Staff
May 26, 20232 min read
Spring Flooding Update: Emergency Operations Centre to De-Mobilize Monday
The Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) is pleased to inform you that flood conditions are such that the City can lower its posture and...


Ward 5 Staff
May 26, 20232 min read
2023 Wild Parsnip Program
The 2023 Wild Parsnip Program is anticipated to start on May 29, 2023, weather permitting. The goal is to reduce the growth of wild...


Ward 5 Staff
May 25, 20232 min read
Summary of May 24th City Council Meeting
Ottawa – Council today approved an investment plan to spend $48.5 million in provincial funding in 2023 and 2024 under the Homelessness...

Ward 5 Staff
May 18, 20231 min read
City's Home Loan Program Helps West Carleton - March Homeowners Make Energy Efficiency Home Upgrades
The City of Ottawa is committed to supporting homeowners to make energy efficient home improvements that address rising energy costs and...


Ward 5 Staff
May 17, 20232 min read
2023 Spring Flooding: Emergency Operations Centre Update
May 17, 2023 We are pleased to report that water levels have continued to decline along the main stem of the Ottawa River. At this time,...


Ward 5 Staff
May 12, 20231 min read
May 12th Flooding Update: Water Level Still High But Receding; Water Testing
If flood water has affected your property, you're encouraged to have your well water tested. April 24: Flooding scenes in Dunrobin along...


Ward 5 Staff
May 12, 20232 min read
Naval gun salute to kick off Tulip Festival Saturday
Ottawa – The 2023 Canadian Tulip Festival will kick off with a single-round gun salute on Saturday, May 13 at approximately 11 am. This...

Ward 5 Staff
May 11, 20232 min read
Latest Flooding Update from City’s Emergency Operations Centre
The conditions along the main stem of the Ottawa River are better than when we last wrote. According to the Ottawa River Regulating...


Ward 5 Staff
May 11, 20232 min read
If Your Vehicle Breaks Down, Make Sure You "Know Your Tow"
Ottawa – If you are in a collision or your vehicle breaks down, be aware that tow trucks operating legally in Ottawa must be licensed....


Ward 5 Staff
May 11, 20233 min read
Update from Wednesday's Regular City Council Meeting
Published on May 10, 2023 Table of Contents: Nightlife Economy Action Plan Action Plan – Response to OLRT Public Inquiry Recommendations...


Ward 5 Staff
May 10, 20232 min read
May 10th Update on Spring Flooding
By Saturday, water levels are forecast to be 30cm (11.8in) lower than they were Tuesday (May 9). Residents are advised to still keep...


Ward 5 Staff
May 8, 20231 min read
Spring Flooding Update: List of Ward 5 Road Closures; "Levels Continue to Decline...Slowly"
Water levels remain high but stable today (Monday). Volunteers are still needed to fill sandbags and help maintain walls. To volunteer,...


Ward 5 Staff
May 4, 20233 min read
City considers new curbside garbage policy to divert waste from landfill
Ottawa – To reduce unnecessary waste going to landfill and increase participation in recycling and Green Bin programs, the City is...


Ward 5 Staff
May 2, 20232 min read
May 2nd Update from City's Emergency and Protective Services Department
As expected, water levels have risen at all locations along the main stem of the Ottawa River. There has been a significant amount of...


Ward 5 Staff
May 1, 20231 min read
West Carleton Disaster Relief Update: More Sandbagging Needed and Volunteers are Essential
Flood Update Monday, May 1 - Important Information More Sandbagging Will be Needed and Volunteers will be Essential. The new Ottawa River...


Ward 5 Staff
May 1, 20232 min read
Water Levels in Constance Bay Area Expected to Rise by 25-30cm Above Last Week's Levels
May 1, 2023: After several days of heavy rain both here and in the northern part of the Ottawa River watershed, we did see the lower...


Ward 5 Staff
May 1, 20231 min read
Residents are asked to stay off sports fields and baseball diamonds
The City of Ottawa is asking residents, rental contract holders and organizers of large public events to stay off all municipal ball...


Ward 5 Staff
May 1, 20233 min read
Water Levels Rising Again: Update on Spring Flooding in West Carleton
(Sunday April 30th, 2023) Spring flooding update: Water levels are rising and will continue to rise until at least mid week. Based on the...


Ward 5 Staff
Apr 27, 20232 min read
Your budget, your say: Provide feedback on City’s budget engagement
Ottawa – Residents can now provide feedback on the City of Ottawa’s annual budget process by completing a short survey that will be used...


Ward 5 Staff
Apr 27, 20232 min read
Council approves updates to the City’s Transportation Master Plan
Ottawa – Council approved Part 1 of the update to the City’s Transportation Master Plan (TMP), endorsing policies that will guide...
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