The City of Ottawa is starting consultation on the development of a new Zoning By-law with the release of seven discussion papers, available on the City’s Engage Ottawa page.

From March 11 to 18, the Ottawa Public Library is offering fun, free, creative programs for children ages 4 to 12 and their families! There will be crafts, STEM, music, dance, storytimes, arts, and games!

Spring is on its way and the Cleaning the Capital Spring Campaign will proceed with registration starting March 15th, and cleanup projects taking place between April 15 and May 31.

Are you a residential property owner who has not yet completed their Vacant Unit Tax (VUT) declaration? The City is offering VUT walk-in clinics where City staff will provide one-on-one service to help file your declaration.

Vaccinations required for attending childcare and school should be kept up to date. Parents and guardians can find out if their child is due for vaccination, and which vaccinations have already been reported to OPH

Ottawa Public Health (OPH) and Ottawa Police Service are issuing an alert to warn residents about an increased detection of xylazine and benzodiazepines in Ontario’s unregulated drug supply.

Funding is available for outdoor mural art projects that support vandalism prevention, youth empowerment, community safety and the beautification of Ottawa neighbourhoods. Projects must contribute to a clean, safe and beautiful city by engaging neighbourhoods and youth in a constructive learning process to create murals to prevent or deter tagging and vandalism.

Good news! There are some new and exciting programs recreation programs coming to Barrhaven and the surrounding area.