There is no snowbank removal scheduled for Barrhaven East today, as it’s waste collection day here. Crews will return tonight and continue working 24/7 to remove snowbanks across the community (except Tuesdays).
In this week’s newsletter, an update on the newcomer reception centre (sprung structure) issue.
I helped a neighbour with their driveway on Friday, but my body reminded me about it until Sunday. I guess I’m not 20 anymore. I did lift with my knees, though.
In this week’s newsletter:
Snowfall cleanup continues
Windrows
The other Super Bowl
For something fun related to the SuperBowl, I asked staff for wastewater flow data from Sunday to see if flushing patterns matched different points in the game (eg. commercials, halftime). I’ll share it if I get something. Promise I won’t misspell “Eagles.”
This week’s newsletter includes:
Shelter permissions
80 years since the Rhineland Campaign
The last few days, I’ve found myself going down rabbit holes in the recent news cycle. Between the Ottawa Senators encouraging performance, relations with the United States, and other events, there’s been no shortage of content — all on top of the City stuff (which comes first for me, of course).
Getting tired of shoveling snow? Is your mind wandering to warmer days and more fun ways to stay active? Well, get your head in the game this spring and join a City Wide Sports league. Whether it’s on sand, a court or a diamond, City Wide Sports has something for you. It’s a great and fun way to stay active with new or old friends.
Come join our homework club on Mondays and Tuesdays and get help with reading, math, science, French, English, etc. Bilingual help is available. Led by United for Literacy. Drop in for ages 6-12.
Soon the warm summer sunshine will be upon us and the school bells will chime goodbye to another school year and hello to summer. Make this summer an unforgettable, fun adventure for your kids by registering for the City of Ottawa’s day camps.
There’s plenty to read, see, and do at the Ruth E. Dickinson branch of the Ottawa Public Library! Kids and adults alike can find a way to get connected and have fun.
Ottawa Public Health is here to help remind us of the importance of regular physical activity, good sleep routines, and making social connections during these cold months so that you can stay healthy, feel better mentally, and boost your overall well-being.
City parks are important community assets that provide residents with opportunities for leisure, sports and play. Help the City better understand which accessibility features you would like to know about when visiting City parks and how you would like to access that information.
