The law is changing for carbon monoxide alarms As of January 1, 2026, changes to the Ontario Fire Code will require increased carbon monoxide (CO) alarm detection in residential occupancies and care occupancies. CO is a silent killer: it’s colourless, odourless, tasteless and can be deadly when inhaled in high concentrations. It’s produced when fuels like wood, gas, oil, or propane don’t burn completely. Without proper ventilation, CO can build up indoors, making a working ca

Blue and black bin collection changes coming January 1 Changes are coming to how blue and black bins are collected across the province. Under regulations from the Government of Ontario , responsibility for collecting and processing recycling across Ontario will transfer to producers of paper and packaging. This means that Ontarians will be able to recycle the same materials no matter where they live.   It also means that beginning on Thursday, January 1, 2026, the City of Ott

Statement from Councillor Kelly on the grand re-opening of the Dunrobin Plaza on October 29th, 2025, seven years after it was struck by a tornado. "I was honoured to be on hand for the ribbon and cake-cutting ceremonies at the official grand re-opening of the Dunrobin Plaza yesterday morning. Nearly seven years after a 2018 tornado devastated the plaza, the ceremony was a special moment of renewal for our community. After extensive work, the plaza has been completely rebuilt

Here's an opportunity to see and provide input on the City's recommended design plan for the Carp Road widening project, from Highway 417 to Hazeldean Road. The presentation is set for Thursday, November 13, 2025, at Tony Graham Recreation Complex in Kanata from 7 to 9 pm. It's part of a public information session to discuss the planned project. In addition to this meeting, residents can also participate through viewing and commenting on the online documents posted at ottawa.

This will be a live document dedicated to providing updates and supports for those residents who are dealing with dry or compromised private wells in parts of West Carleton-March (Ward 5). Keep checking back to see the latest updates, information and guidance. Be alerted to new updates by following us on social media. X (Twitter ) , Facebook ,  Instagram   or   Bluesky , or Subscribe to our newsletter   Update Oct. 24, 2025 Beginning at noon today (Oct 24), residents who ar

Letter from Huntley Community Association Dear Business and Community Members of Carp: SUBJECT: CARP SANTA CLAUS PARADE - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13th, 2025, 6PM The Huntley Community Association is thrilled to present the 16th Annual Santa Claus Parade on December 13th, supporting the West Carleton Food Access Centre. Here are the details for this year’s parade: Staging: 5:00 pm, Carp Agricultural Society - fairgrounds parking lot, 3790 Carp Rd. (Enter at WEJ Arena entrance, 38

Statement from Councillor Kelly: I know how important the Corkery Community Centre expansion project is to so many residents, and I truly appreciate your patience and continued interest. Given the number of inquiries my office has received, I will now be sharing weekly updates in this space to keep you informed on the progress. I fully understand the frustration that can come with delays, especially when the goal is something as meaningful as a place for the community to gat

Councillor Kelly will be hosting a Village of Carp Town Hall on Nov. 4, 2025, from 5:30-8:30 pm at the Carp Agricultural Hall. "As the City prepares for the introduction of municipal water and imminent growth, I want to better understand your concerns, priorities, and hopes for the future. To assist with this, I'd like to invite you to take our Village of Carp and area Community Survey at this link. The survey will be your opportunity to have your voice heard and help to gu

To:  Mayor and Members of City Council From:  City of Ottawa Public Works Department Subject:  Automated Speed Enforcement Program On...

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Sept 30, 2025 Every year on September 30, Canada observes the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a day to honour the children who...

Statement from Councillor Kelly: Another edition of the 162nd Carp Fair — The Best Little Fair in Canada — is now in the books! The...

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From Councillor Kelly: "Saturday September 13, 2025, was a big day in Ward 5 with the Bay Days Fall Festival as well as the inaugural...

Earlier this week, Councillor Kelly got the chance to meet the new Executive Director of the Diefenbunker, Monique Goffinet. Monique was...

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We had a call on Tuesday (Sept 9) from a resident whose well has run dry, not far from our Ward 5 office in Kinburn. There's a chance...