Notice of Water Service Interruption
Thursday April 23
Due to water infrastructure repairs on Walkley Road (btwn McCarthy/Springland/Otterson) local households are likely to experience interruptions in water service.
Water service may be interrupted for up to 8 hours.
River Ward E-waste depot today, operated by Junk That Funk, 10am to 4pm, behind the McCarthy Road Metro (enter off Paul Anka)
Battery drop off today, Hunt Club Riverside Park CC, until 3pm
Environmental trade fair (20+ groups) starting at 11am at the HCRPCC
Bbq hot dogs, free, Noon
At yesterday's Emergency Preparedness and Protective Services Committee meeting, we recognized the 35-year career of Roger Chapman, Director of Ottawa Bylaw, a true gentleman and dedicated public servant to the people of Ottawa.
Former Hunt Club Community Association President and community leader, John Sankey, passed away on April 16.
He is survived by his loving wife Lynette and extended family.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 2pm on Tuesday, April 21, at the Pinecrest Remembrance Centre.
Reminder:
Ellwood Ridgemont Road Safety Discussion
Tonight, 6:30pm
Ellwood Hall, Jim Durrell Recreation Centre
An open discussion with the Ellwood-Ridgemont CA and myself on road safety issues in the neighbourhood.
Freshet Update
Rising levels along the main stem of the Ottawa River could create possible flooding in low-lying areas over the coming weeks.
The Rideau Valley CA and South Nation CA state there are no flooding indicators of concern at this time.
Free dog & cat rabies vaccination clinic, April 17 (10am-2pm), Banff Avenue Community House, 2084 Banff Ave
Sponsored by Ottawa Public Health & VCA Canada
Dogs/cats, 12 weeks of age or older
1-year rabies vaccine & 3-year rabies vaccine for animals with proof of current vaccine
Happy Easter to all Orthodox Christians celebrating today.
The irreplaceable Earl Jones is retiring from Parks and Recreation after 38 years with the City.
Earl spent a majority of his career at the Alexander CC in Carlington and connected with youth at ease.
He is one of us. Best wishes Earl, we miss you already.
St Patrick's HS Drama Club presents...
In the Heights
runs until Saturday night (April 11)
Curtain 7pm, tickets at the door
On-time bus performance, March 2026
Bus routes, 15 mins or more frequent: 84%
Bus routes, 16 mins or less frequent: 71%
On-time Para Transpo performance, March 2026: 94%
Transit Committee Meeting Today
Top 3 bus routes not delivered, March 2026
Route 12 - 7.4% of runs not delivered
Route 6 - 5.9%
Route 88 - 4.7%
Why were runs not delivered:
30% on street adjustments
29% operator availability
21% mechanical breakdown
10% no bus available
Ham Dinner – Saturday, April 18, 6pm
Enjoy a ham dinner with all the trimmings at Carleton Memorial United Church, musical entertainment will follow.
Adults: $30, Kids 8–12: $15. Rest: Free.
Tickets must be purchased/reserved in advance and are available from Erin, 613-224-3761.
To help more pet owners in need access essential supplies, the Ottawa Humane Society is running a pet food drive until Monday April 13.
Pet food can be dropped off at 245 West Hunt Club Road.
Vegetation control and brush cutting
Along the Via Rail right-of-way at Mile 3.9 on the Beachburg Subdivision as part of routine maintenance and to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
The work will take place in the coming days, weather permitting.
Happy Easter to you and everyone celebrating today.
Even the darkest days give way to glorious mornings. Bless you and your family today and always.
Appreciated my visit today with Bahdon Issa, President of Unifor Local 1688, the Local that serves taxi drivers.
We had a productive discussion about the taxi industry and challenges facing drivers.
Core Conditioning
50+ MONDAYS 10:15-11:15AM
APRIL 13-JUNE 22
ACTIVITY #177130
$89.94
CARLETON HEIGHTS CC
Info/register, visit the front desk or register.ottawa.ca
Muscle conditioning targeting core and
stabilizer muscles. Strengthen and tone
- improve overall posture/balance
The City has agreed to my proposal to convert the Celebration Park stormwater pond to the world's largest goldfish pond.
We will attempt to beat the world record my adding 50,000 goldfish to the pond prior to Canada Day.
The St Elizabeth Eagles (Grades 4, 5 & 6) welcomed me today for a chat about the importance of municipal government, covering many topics, including community safety, waste collection, OC Transpo, save journeys to/from school, drinking water, how to run in an election...
222 Baseline Road at Lexington
Site plan application
A low-rise, 4-storey apartment building is proposed with 18 units of 1 and 2 bedrooms.
devapps.ottawa.ca/en/applications/D07-12-25-0065/details
Yes, please visit the Engage Ottawa site:
engage.ottawa.ca/mooneys-bay-park-hill
And coverage from CBC Ottawa:
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/ottawa/mooneys-bay-ottawa-sledding-hill-design-plans-9.7148090
TONIGHT is the night.
Come and view the four options of the Mooney's Bay Hill project & provide your feedback.
Modifying the hill to improve safety & keep it open for public use 12 months a year is my priority.
All are welcome at the open house.
3191 Riverside Drive, 6:30-8pm
Your household curbside pick-up date and/or what is collected may be changing for you as of this week.
Consult the waste calendar here: ottawa.ca/en/3-1-1/report-or-request/garbage-recycling-and-organic-waste/garbage-and-recycling-collection-calendar
Happy to offer assistance if you need help.
You will not be disappointed.
Easter Bazaar today, until 2pm.
St John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Shrine, 952 Green Valley Cres, just north of Baseline/PoW.
Municipal governments do not have that authority.
When I was on the School Board, we recycled a significant amount of material from schools that were decommissioned and torn down.
If you are a trivia buff and have time tonight, we have two tables left for the Riverside Park vs Hunt Club Trivia Night at the Hunt Club Riverside Park Community Centre (3320 Paul Anka Drive).
Pizza dinner at 5:15pm, trivia starts at 6pm.
100 questions - guaranteed fun
Demolition Permit: DEMO-2026-000983
Address: 1400 NORMANDY Cres
Description of Work: Demolish a 2-storey detached dwelling
Permit Issued: March 27, 2026
Demolition Permit: DEMO-2026-004318
Address: 1400 Normandy Cres (South)
Description of Work: Demolish a 1-storey storage shed
Permit Issued: March 26, 2026
A GoFundMe page has been set up for the family of the late Peter Clark
www.gofundme.com/f/honouring-peter-clark-a-community-tribute?attribution_id=sl:55dd24a7-5f72-4223-b7a3-a0b0892f57bc&lang=en_CA&ts=1774485618&utm_campaign=fp_below_fold&utm_content=amp20_t2&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_lin