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September 9, 2021 – 6:30 to 8:00 pm
The City of Ottawa is hosting a Community Information and Comment Session regarding the Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment Application for a 26-storey residential tower and mixed use building at 1649 Montreal Road and 741 Blair Road.
Residents who submitted comments on this project to the City may have already received the Zoom invitation from the Planning Department.…
Good news for cyclists, runners and walkers! As of Saturday, May 1, the Sir George-Étienne Cartier Parkway is closed to motor vehicles on Saturdays and Sundays from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, between Aviation Parkway and St. Joseph Blvd, and open exclusively for active use such as cycling, running, inline skating and walking.
The weekend closures will extend to October 11 (Thanksgiving Monday).
This year's …
Members of the RHPOA are invited to register for our 2021 AGM to be held on April 21 via ZOOM.
Our guest speakers will be Aaron Thornell and Daniel Vivan on the topic of “Sustainability Opportunities for Ottawa Homeowners”.
Their presentation will include promising energy conservation measures to help move our present homes toward “net zero” status economically, the role of community-led action in the fight against climate change, and the…
What role can planning play in promoting social equity from an environmental perspective? From climate change to pollution, the socio-economic distribution of canopy cover, and access to green spaces, this Urbanism Lab event looks at ways that cities have integrated an environmental justice lens to urban planning.
In keeping with public health concerns related to COVIC-19, this free event will be held virtually via YouTube. Check back for registration information and other details…
Residents are invited to join our MP Mona Fortier, along with MPP Lucille Collard and Councillor Tim Tierney, for a Virtual Town Hall via ZOOM next Thursdsay, 25 June* at 7:30pm. Each of our elected representatives will present brief updates and answer residents’ questions regarding COVID-19 and other related matters.
For those with Facebook accounts, the event will also be broadcast …
UPDATE: EXTENDED TO OCTOBER 12
Good news for cyclists, runners and pedestrians of all ages!
On Saturdays and Sundays from 8am to 4pm until October 12, the Sir George-Étienne Cartier Parkway will be closed to motor vehicles between the Aviation Parkway and St. Joseph Boulevard.
The weekend closures began in May as a pilot project by the National Capital Commission (NCC) to provide local residents with a greater…
Please see our COVID-19 page for more information.
Topic: Urban coexistence with wildlife
The story of urban wildlife is one of challenges and adaptation, whose outcomes continue to have an outsized effect on the well-being of all city dwellers. This event explores why and how some cities are trying to make themselves more livable for humans and animals alike. Come learn about efforts undertaken in Ottawa and elsewhere to forge safe and sustainable partnerships with nature.
The speakers will be
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The RHPOA is co-hosting an ALL CANDIDATES MEETING in cooperation with the Beacon Hill Community Association.
WHERE: Colonel By Secondary School Cafetorium, 2381 Ogilvie Road
WHEN: FEBRUARY 19, 2020 | Doors Open at 6:00pm. Meeting begins at 7:00pm.
If you would like to submit any questions for the candidates for possible inclusion in the Meeting, please send them to us in advance at …
Update | February 25: CLICK HERE to view this event on YouTube.
Speaker: Dr. Stan Gehrt, Ohio State University
Coyotes have adapted to life in cities across North America, often going undetected until their tracks are noticed in the snow. As their presence may cause concern to some residents, it’s important to better…