
City updates
Updates from Ottawa Public Health
The Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction released Canada’s Guidance on Alcohol and Health. The report is designed to provide Canadians with current evidence-based recommendations on alcohol-related harms.
Governor General's Foot Guards Youth Achievement Awards
The Governor General’s Foot Guards (GGFG) believes in the potential of Ottawa/Outaouis youth. As part of its 150th anniversary celebrations, the regimental family has decided to give back to the community that has supported them so well over the years by inaugurating the GGFG Youth Achievement Awards.
Ride the OC Transpo and STO OLG Sno-Bus for free at Winterlude!
Going to Winterlude this year? Ride the OLG Sno-Bus for free to official Winterlude sites across Ottawa and Gatineau. Free service is supported by the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG).
Updates from Ottawa Public Health
February is Black History Month. Throughout the month, there are activities and events highlighting the contributions and achievements of Black Canadians
News from Ruth E. Dickinson - your local library branch
February is Black History Month! Across Canada and in other countries around the world, we celebrate the contributions, cultures and stories of the Black community.
City’s 2023 budget investments lay groundwork for a better Ottawa
Building on the City’s established record of fiscal responsibility, the budget presents a prudent approach to affordability by capping the overall municipal tax increase at 2.5 per cent. Factoring in assessment growth, that increase would deliver $91.9 million in additional funding to address budget pressures and make priority investments. The average urban homeowner would pay an additional $104 per year, while the average rural homeowner would pay an additional $85 per year.
Winter walk month
February is Winter Walk Month, the perfect time for families to enjoy walking outdoors together. One great way to stay active this winter is by walking to school the whole way or part of the way.
Updates from Ottawa Public Health
Routine vaccinations protect people and those around them against diseases like measles and polio, and are required for school and daycare attendance