Andrea Bennett

The Chief William Commanda Bridge is closing once again to the public during the winter. In a memo to council, city staff said there will be updates to come once the date of closure is determined. The upcoming seasonal closure of the multi-use pathway will be timed based on weather conditions. With safety in mind, […]

Ottawa is recommending residents test their carbon monoxide alarms and follow safety tips to prevent carbon monoxide-related emergencies.

While the nation’s capital has seen warmer than averages temperatures this month, Ottawa is finally beginning to feel chillier, seasonal weather this week. According to Environment Canada, daytime highs will remain in the low single-digits, with a combination of sunny and cloudy skies. As evening temperatures fall into the minus during weekdays, evening temperatures will […]

The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) East Criminal Investigation Section, with help from the Toronto Police Service, has charged a Toronto man after uttering threats of violence at a medical clinic in Orleans. The incident took place on October 21st in the 1200 block of Place D’Orleans Boulevard, wrote Ottawa Police in a news release. According […]

A Toronto man is facing charges after uttering threats of violence at a medical clinic in Ottawa's east-end community.

By Andrea Bennett Chantal Huinink , Regional Councillor for Waterloo, addressed a letter to members of Ottawa City Council, voicing her

Chantal Huinink, Regional Councillor for Waterloo, addressed a letter to Mayor Sutcliffe and members of Ottawa City Council, voicing her concerns after facing difficulty using accessible transit while visiting the nation’s capital. In her letter, Huinink explains that she uses a power wheelchair for mobility, related to physical challenges. Prior to visiting Ottawa for the […]

The City of Ottawa's Environment and Climate Change Committee has approved funding outlined Draft Budget 2025 , involving investments to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and build climate resiliency.

In a meeting on November 20th, the Planning and Housing Committee approved its portion of Draft Budget 2025, involving funding for affordable and supportive housing in Ottawa. Investments include $88.2 million in operating funding and $34.4 million in capital funding, wrote the City of Ottawa in a news release. According to Ottawa, additional funding will […]

It's that time of year when (BIAs) across Ottawa can submit project plans to enhance and attract visitors to their districts, in efforts to receive support from the city in 2025.