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Operations Update: Spring Snow Event - Monday, April 7
Ottawa is about to be blanketed with more snow, and the Roads and Parking Services team is ready to spring into action. Forecast and...
Clarke Kelly
Apr 7, 20252 min read


Spring Snow/Ice Weather Event – April 2, 2025 Update
Forecast and conditions Environment Canada has issued a Freezing Rain Warning and Special Weather Statement for the Ottawa region....

Ward 5 Staff
Apr 2, 20252 min read


New Grants Available Through the Ottawa Rural Clean Water Program
New grants available through the Ottawa Rural Clean Water Program The Ottawa Rural Clean Water Program (ORCWP) provides funding for...

Ward 5 Staff
Mar 21, 20251 min read


City of Ottawa's Road Safety Action Plan: Aggressive Driving
Aggressive driving is an illegal and inexcusable high-risk driving behaviour that can come with a very high cost. In fact, from...

Ward 5 Staff
Mar 21, 20254 min read


Spring Freshet March 19, 2025 Update
For the next few weeks, this will be a living document, updated regularly with the latest on the 2025 Spring Freshet. Wednesday, March...

Ward 5 Staff
Mar 20, 20252 min read


Python Pothole Patchers: City Begins Annual Springtime Pothole Repair
How many city crews does it take to fill potholes? As many as we can deploy! The freeze/thaw cycles have now taken hold, and it’s...
stevewarne2
Mar 18, 20253 min read


Civic Events Funding stream of Community Funding now open for applications
Civic Events Funding stream of Community Funding is now open for applications. Civic Events Funding is used to deliver family-friendly...
stevewarne2
Mar 17, 20251 min read


City of Ottawa Launches “Shop Local, Buy Canadian” Campaign
March 7, 2025 The City of Ottawa has launched a “Shop Local, Buy Canadian” campaign in response to the implementation of new tariffs from...

Ward 5 Staff
Mar 12, 20251 min read


March 20 due date for interim property taxes and Vacant Unit Tax declarations
Residents are reminded interim property tax payments and Vacant Unit Tax (VUT) declarations share the same deadline – Thursday, March 20....

Ward 5 Staff
Mar 10, 20252 min read


Seasonal load restrictions for heavy vehicles serving Ottawa
Beginning on Monday, March 17, seasonal load restrictions will be in effect. Commercial vehicles or trailers with a gross vehicle weight...

Ward 5 Staff
Mar 10, 20251 min read


City Winter Operations Updates - Feb 19/25
On this page you will find updates from the Roads Operations Team about weather events in the City of Ottawa Winter Operations Update -...

Ward 5 Staff
Feb 19, 202516 min read


Councillor Kelly Presents Ottawa Sports Award to West Carleton Athletes
The 72nd Annual Ottawa Sports Awards were held on Wednesday (Feb 5, 2025) at the Infinity Convention Centre. Councillor Kelly was on hand...

Ward 5 Staff
Feb 6, 20251 min read


Check Out March Break Camp Offerings Before January 21 Registration
We’ve got something fun planned for your kids over the March break. Check out register.ottawa.ca for a wide variety of themes,...

Ward 5 Staff
Jan 15, 20252 min read


Construction Note: Upcoming Road Closure and Tree Removal on Carp Road
Please be advised that the City has issued a permit for tree removal near the intersection of Carp Road and Donald B. Munro Drive in the...

Ward 5 Staff
Jan 14, 20251 min read


Update From Councillor Kelly After His Meeting With Evolugen On Potential BESS Proposal
Statement from Councillor Kelly on Potential BESS Proposal in West Carleton-March January 10, 2025 Note: This is a follow-up to...

Ward 5 Staff
Jan 10, 20253 min read


Provincial Offences Act Services Now Available at West Carleton Client Service Centre in Kinburn
Councillor Kelly is pleased to announce that Provincial Offences Act (POA) services are now available at our rural Client Service Centre...

Ward 5 Staff
Jan 9, 20251 min read


Councillor Clarke Kelly's Statement On Another Potential BESS Proposal in West Carleton-March
Statement from Councillor Kelly on Potential BESS Proposal in West Carleton-March January 8, 2025 Today, I have received calls and emails...

Ward 5 Staff
Jan 8, 20253 min read


Vacant Unit Tax (VUT) Portal Now Open For Residents Who Wish To Declare Early
The Vacant Unit Tax (VUT) declaration portal opened on Thursday (Dec 12) for residents who want to declare early prior to the formal...
Clarke Kelly
Dec 13, 20242 min read



Ward 5 Staff
Dec 12, 20240 min read


Councillor Kelly's Statement on 2025 City of Ottawa Budget
Yesterday, Council met for about 10 hours, focusing on debating and passing the City of Ottawa 2025 Budget. Many of you will have heard...

Ward 5 Staff
Dec 12, 20243 min read
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