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A Special Weather Statement for the potential for heavy Rain in Ottawa developing Sunday has just been issued. #ONStorm

Need more time to submit your sticker design? Good news! The deadline has been extended to August 23 at 11:59 pm. Your design could appear on official "I Voted Early" stickers for the 2026 Municipal Elections. Learn more: ottawa.ca/vote #ItStartsHere #OttVote

Last month we cycled to the National Gallery of #Canada via Quebec to avoid downtown #Ottawa for a nicer cycling experience. The reason for our visit was an extensive exhibit of Canadian #Impressionist paintings by Helen McNicoll, well worth the trip. Here’s the story: #ottbike

A bike ride to the National Gallery of Canada to visit a very special exhibit - Hans on the Bike - Cycling in Ottawa and beyondIn July 2026 we cycled to downtown Ottawa to admire the works of Canadian born impressionist artist Helen McNicoll at the National Gallery.hansonthebike.com

This is one of the best things I've read in a while about the psychology of car supremacy, and how those of us who even *question* it are viewed as heretics. Thanks to @pflax1.bsky.social for sending this my way.

We Don’t Have a Culture of Convenience in North America. We Have a CULT of Convenience.And you can tell the difference by what happens when you question it.medium.com

The research I do relies on the bound volumes of the bylaws and minutes of the City of Ottawa, dating back over a century. I’ve spent hours in the Main Branch Ottawa Room with these books (pictured). Sadly, this resource was recently “discarded” by the library. It’s a loss for local history.

Does your small business or organization help people donate, swap, refill, rent, repair, share or reuse things? Sign up for the new Reuse Directory that’s currently under development. It’s free for organizations that make reducing waste easier to be included. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4gYmrDY

THIS JUST IN: In #Canada, federal government announces almost $2B for 45 new battery-diesel Via Rail passenger locomotives The hybrid locos, first in North America, will be built by #Switzerland 's Stadler. 📷 Stadler's EUR9000 hybrid loco www.cbc.ca/news/politic...

Para Transpo Talk has six sessions in August. Para Transpo customers, their families, companions and support persons are welcome. Meet staff, ask questions and share feedback. Find out more: https://bit.ly/3RxJ3Rr

I'm over 90, and I love travelling by bus | Letters to the Editor ottawacitizen.com/opinion/im-o...

These homes on Sherwood Drive look normal, sure. But did you know they’re the site of the only residential zoning appeal in Ottawa to reach the Supreme Court of Canada? It’s a wild story of secret council meetings, expropriations, fake highways—and a side of mustard. 🧵Thread…

On the banks of the Ottawa River, one man has been creating art with rocks for 40 years www.theglobeandmail.com/culture/arti...

While starts are down, completions compared to 2025 remain higher. From January to May this year, 3,145 units have been completed compared to 2,350 over the same period last year. Of the 586 units completed in May, 77 were singles, 6 were semis, 63 were rows and 420 were apartments.

Interested in becoming an election worker in the 2026 Municipal Elections? Use the Election worker application to apply online. Applicants can also submit a completed application form to the Elections Office by email, mail or in person. Details: ottawa.ca/en/city-hall...

New entertainment complex with indoor water park and hotel proposed for Ottawa’s west end

New entertainment complex with indoor water park and hotel proposed for Ottawa’s west endA proposed new tourist destination in Ottawa’s west end is looking to make a splash with tourists and residents, featuring a hotel and an indoor water park with slides that “exit and re-enter” the building.bit.ly

This summer, we will be hosting five customer information sessions throughout our city! Our General Manager and team will be sharing information about the Customer-First Action Plan and the service improvements coming this fall 🚏 Learn more here: www.octranspo.com/en...

We’re hiring election workers for the 2026 Municipal Elections! Join our team and help deliver an accessible voting experience for everyone in Ottawa. Learn more: ottawa.ca/en/city-hall... #ItStartsHere #OttCity #OttVote

If you’ve been to Minto Park, you’ve seen the bronze bust of 19th century Argentinian General Jose de San Martín. I often watch people walk up to the bust and give it a close look, hoping to find out what he’s doing there. Does San Martín have some sort of Centretown connection? Thread 🧵...

To make my weekend easier & relaxing, my first @thestar.com column back from vacation is about transportation identity politics. Keeping people divided is useful for some political interests & ambitions. Maybe it’s good to resist that.

Shawn Micallef: I’m a cyclist, I’m a driver, I’m a TTC rider. Stop making me pick sides, just make it easier to get aroundCyclists, drivers, TTC riders and pedestrians can unite in service of a better commutewww.thestar.com