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Not monitored 24/7. Currently testing this new channel. Posting Monday to Friday, occasionally on weekends.
Stay updated with the latest info.
Français: @fr.ottawa.ca
Service-related requests: ottawa.ca or call 311
Let’s talk about how we’re investing in safe and reliable transit for #OttCity.
The Transit Committee approved its portion of #OttBudget 2026 to keep our city moving.
The Draft Transit Services Budget supports key priorities from OC Transpo’s 5-Year Roadmap:
The Transit Committee approved its portion of #OttBudget 2026 to keep our city moving.
The Draft Transit Services Budget supports key priorities from OC Transpo’s 5-Year Roadmap:
November 25, 2025 at 3:37 PM
Let’s talk about how we’re investing in safe and reliable transit for #OttCity.
The Transit Committee approved its portion of #OttBudget 2026 to keep our city moving.
The Draft Transit Services Budget supports key priorities from OC Transpo’s 5-Year Roadmap:
The Transit Committee approved its portion of #OttBudget 2026 to keep our city moving.
The Draft Transit Services Budget supports key priorities from OC Transpo’s 5-Year Roadmap:
#OttBudget 2026 invests in the services we rely on every day. Through service reviews and continuous improvement, we have realized more than $252 million in savings during this Term of Council.
One example is the office-to-housing conversion on Queen Street.
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One example is the office-to-housing conversion on Queen Street.
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November 25, 2025 at 1:57 PM
#OttBudget 2026 invests in the services we rely on every day. Through service reviews and continuous improvement, we have realized more than $252 million in savings during this Term of Council.
One example is the office-to-housing conversion on Queen Street.
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One example is the office-to-housing conversion on Queen Street.
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Today, November 25, marks the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and the beginning of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/4eOuhv7
Learn more: https://bit.ly/4eOuhv7
November 25, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Today, November 25, marks the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and the beginning of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/4eOuhv7
Learn more: https://bit.ly/4eOuhv7
In honour of the late Bernard Grandmaître, who served as an alderman of Vanier from 1969 to 1974, and later as mayor from 1974 to 1980 and 1982 to 1984, flags at Richelieu-Vanier Community Centre will be lowered to half-mast from sunrise to sunset on November 25.
Details: https://bit.ly/4acVw3L
Details: https://bit.ly/4acVw3L
November 24, 2025 at 8:35 PM
In honour of the late Bernard Grandmaître, who served as an alderman of Vanier from 1969 to 1974, and later as mayor from 1974 to 1980 and 1982 to 1984, flags at Richelieu-Vanier Community Centre will be lowered to half-mast from sunrise to sunset on November 25.
Details: https://bit.ly/4acVw3L
Details: https://bit.ly/4acVw3L
#OttBudget 2026 invests in the services we rely on every day. We have realized more than $252 million in savings during this Term of Council through service reviews and continue to improve services for our residents.
One example is @octranspo.com’s safety strategy.
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One example is @octranspo.com’s safety strategy.
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November 24, 2025 at 1:54 PM
#OttBudget 2026 invests in the services we rely on every day. We have realized more than $252 million in savings during this Term of Council through service reviews and continue to improve services for our residents.
One example is @octranspo.com’s safety strategy.
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One example is @octranspo.com’s safety strategy.
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Stay informed with Ottawa City Council and Committee Meetings!
Upcoming Meetings: https://bit.ly/4i0iKv1
Listen Live: https://bit.ly/3Do6mpy
Stay updated on the latest discussions shaping #OttCity.
#OttPoli #Ottawa
Upcoming Meetings: https://bit.ly/4i0iKv1
Listen Live: https://bit.ly/3Do6mpy
Stay updated on the latest discussions shaping #OttCity.
#OttPoli #Ottawa
November 24, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Stay informed with Ottawa City Council and Committee Meetings!
Upcoming Meetings: https://bit.ly/4i0iKv1
Listen Live: https://bit.ly/3Do6mpy
Stay updated on the latest discussions shaping #OttCity.
#OttPoli #Ottawa
Upcoming Meetings: https://bit.ly/4i0iKv1
Listen Live: https://bit.ly/3Do6mpy
Stay updated on the latest discussions shaping #OttCity.
#OttPoli #Ottawa
Heading out somewhere and not sure which route to take?
Check out https://bit.ly/3IzKLY1 for all the latest traffic impacts that you should know about!
Check out https://bit.ly/3IzKLY1 for all the latest traffic impacts that you should know about!
November 21, 2025 at 10:56 PM
Heading out somewhere and not sure which route to take?
Check out https://bit.ly/3IzKLY1 for all the latest traffic impacts that you should know about!
Check out https://bit.ly/3IzKLY1 for all the latest traffic impacts that you should know about!
Join us on December 3, from 8:30 to 9:30 am at #OttCity Hall for the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Celebrate inclusion with the Accessible Ottawa Awards and a flag raising in Marion Dewar Plaza.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/4piYvMm
Learn more: https://bit.ly/4piYvMm
November 21, 2025 at 6:45 PM
Join us on December 3, from 8:30 to 9:30 am at #OttCity Hall for the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Celebrate inclusion with the Accessible Ottawa Awards and a flag raising in Marion Dewar Plaza.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/4piYvMm
Learn more: https://bit.ly/4piYvMm
Congratulations to the 2025 Order of Ottawa inductees! We are honoured to recognize this year’s 15 recipients for their valuable contributions to #OttCity. This year’s induction ceremony will be at #OttCity Hall on Thursday, November 27.
More info on this year’s recipients: https://bit.ly/43FNaxC
More info on this year’s recipients: https://bit.ly/43FNaxC
November 20, 2025 at 8:56 PM
Congratulations to the 2025 Order of Ottawa inductees! We are honoured to recognize this year’s 15 recipients for their valuable contributions to #OttCity. This year’s induction ceremony will be at #OttCity Hall on Thursday, November 27.
More info on this year’s recipients: https://bit.ly/43FNaxC
More info on this year’s recipients: https://bit.ly/43FNaxC
Let’s talk about how we are investing in safety and reliability. The Emergency Preparedness and Protective Services Committee has approved its portion of #OttBudget 2026 to keep our city safe and prepared.
November 20, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Let’s talk about how we are investing in safety and reliability. The Emergency Preparedness and Protective Services Committee has approved its portion of #OttBudget 2026 to keep our city safe and prepared.
It’s a bird. It’s plane. No, it’s the Department of National Defence, who will be flying drones around downtown #OttCity from Monday, November 24 to Friday, November 28.
Here is what you need to know: https://bit.ly/489cNII
Here is what you need to know: https://bit.ly/489cNII
November 20, 2025 at 5:03 PM
It’s a bird. It’s plane. No, it’s the Department of National Defence, who will be flying drones around downtown #OttCity from Monday, November 24 to Friday, November 28.
Here is what you need to know: https://bit.ly/489cNII
Here is what you need to know: https://bit.ly/489cNII
#OttBudget 2026 invests in the services we rely on every day. Through service reviews and continuous improvement, we have realized more than $252 million in savings during this Term of Council.
November 20, 2025 at 2:08 PM
#OttBudget 2026 invests in the services we rely on every day. Through service reviews and continuous improvement, we have realized more than $252 million in savings during this Term of Council.
Today, November 20, is a day to remember the lives lost to transphobia and reflect on the continued work needed to build a safer and more inclusive community, here in #OttCity and beyond, free from gender-based violence and discrimination.
We remember. We reflect. We commit to change.
We remember. We reflect. We commit to change.
November 20, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Today, November 20, is a day to remember the lives lost to transphobia and reflect on the continued work needed to build a safer and more inclusive community, here in #OttCity and beyond, free from gender-based violence and discrimination.
We remember. We reflect. We commit to change.
We remember. We reflect. We commit to change.
Let’s talk about how we are investing in more affordable and supportive housing. The Planning and Housing Committee has approved its portion of #OttBudget 2026, responding to the needs of low and moderate-income households.
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November 19, 2025 at 9:28 PM
Let’s talk about how we are investing in more affordable and supportive housing. The Planning and Housing Committee has approved its portion of #OttBudget 2026, responding to the needs of low and moderate-income households.
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Santa Claus is coming to town, and we have the list of all the parades he will be a part of during his visit to #OttCity.
You can also enjoy other festive activities, including Christmas Markets and special seasonal activities at Ottawa's museums: https://bit.ly/43CJtJ3
You can also enjoy other festive activities, including Christmas Markets and special seasonal activities at Ottawa's museums: https://bit.ly/43CJtJ3
November 19, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Santa Claus is coming to town, and we have the list of all the parades he will be a part of during his visit to #OttCity.
You can also enjoy other festive activities, including Christmas Markets and special seasonal activities at Ottawa's museums: https://bit.ly/43CJtJ3
You can also enjoy other festive activities, including Christmas Markets and special seasonal activities at Ottawa's museums: https://bit.ly/43CJtJ3
#OttBudget 2026 invests in the services we rely on every day. Through service reviews and continuous improvement, we have realized more than $252 million in savings during this Term of Council.
One example is #OttCity’s new digital permit management system.
One example is #OttCity’s new digital permit management system.
November 19, 2025 at 2:07 PM
#OttBudget 2026 invests in the services we rely on every day. Through service reviews and continuous improvement, we have realized more than $252 million in savings during this Term of Council.
One example is #OttCity’s new digital permit management system.
One example is #OttCity’s new digital permit management system.
We are launching a new #OttCity recreation membership and admissions model for drop-in fees, multi-visit passes, and memberships. It provides more flexibility to choose activities you want to fit your budget.
Details: https://bit.ly/4rc6sow
Details: https://bit.ly/4rc6sow
November 18, 2025 at 7:11 PM
We are launching a new #OttCity recreation membership and admissions model for drop-in fees, multi-visit passes, and memberships. It provides more flexibility to choose activities you want to fit your budget.
Details: https://bit.ly/4rc6sow
Details: https://bit.ly/4rc6sow
It's not too late to participate in #OttBudget 2026!
Help shape the City’s draft budget by sharing your feedback at a Councillor-led budget consultation.
Find a budget consultation near you or online by visiting Engage Ottawa. https://bit.ly/3UZ0xEu
Help shape the City’s draft budget by sharing your feedback at a Councillor-led budget consultation.
Find a budget consultation near you or online by visiting Engage Ottawa. https://bit.ly/3UZ0xEu
November 18, 2025 at 4:30 PM
It's not too late to participate in #OttBudget 2026!
Help shape the City’s draft budget by sharing your feedback at a Councillor-led budget consultation.
Find a budget consultation near you or online by visiting Engage Ottawa. https://bit.ly/3UZ0xEu
Help shape the City’s draft budget by sharing your feedback at a Councillor-led budget consultation.
Find a budget consultation near you or online by visiting Engage Ottawa. https://bit.ly/3UZ0xEu
Explore #OttCity's recreation and culture winter programs online.
Aquatic registration is tonight, November 18 at 9 pm, and all other programs is on November 20 at 9 pm.
Discover how to stay fit or take up crafting, while meeting new people: https://bit.ly/3ODEwao
Aquatic registration is tonight, November 18 at 9 pm, and all other programs is on November 20 at 9 pm.
Discover how to stay fit or take up crafting, while meeting new people: https://bit.ly/3ODEwao
November 18, 2025 at 3:23 PM
Explore #OttCity's recreation and culture winter programs online.
Aquatic registration is tonight, November 18 at 9 pm, and all other programs is on November 20 at 9 pm.
Discover how to stay fit or take up crafting, while meeting new people: https://bit.ly/3ODEwao
Aquatic registration is tonight, November 18 at 9 pm, and all other programs is on November 20 at 9 pm.
Discover how to stay fit or take up crafting, while meeting new people: https://bit.ly/3ODEwao
Interested in the Draft Budget 2026?
Learn about key points and explore topics that matter to you with our Budget Explorer – a simple, interactive tool designed to help you get the information you need.
See how it makes understanding #OttBudget easier: https://bit.ly/47KhB8i
Learn about key points and explore topics that matter to you with our Budget Explorer – a simple, interactive tool designed to help you get the information you need.
See how it makes understanding #OttBudget easier: https://bit.ly/47KhB8i
November 17, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Interested in the Draft Budget 2026?
Learn about key points and explore topics that matter to you with our Budget Explorer – a simple, interactive tool designed to help you get the information you need.
See how it makes understanding #OttBudget easier: https://bit.ly/47KhB8i
Learn about key points and explore topics that matter to you with our Budget Explorer – a simple, interactive tool designed to help you get the information you need.
See how it makes understanding #OttBudget easier: https://bit.ly/47KhB8i
Congratulations to the winners of the 2025 Ottawa Book Awards and the 2025 Prix du livre d’Ottawa: Nina Berkhout (English fiction), Denise Chong (English non-fiction) and Emmanuelle Erny (Prix du livre).
To learn more about the books and the awards, visit: https://bit.ly/4o4kHbX
To learn more about the books and the awards, visit: https://bit.ly/4o4kHbX
November 17, 2025 at 7:40 PM
Congratulations to the winners of the 2025 Ottawa Book Awards and the 2025 Prix du livre d’Ottawa: Nina Berkhout (English fiction), Denise Chong (English non-fiction) and Emmanuelle Erny (Prix du livre).
To learn more about the books and the awards, visit: https://bit.ly/4o4kHbX
To learn more about the books and the awards, visit: https://bit.ly/4o4kHbX
In case you missed it, here are a few items #OttCity Council approved on Wednesday, November 12:
- Safety first
- Better ways to move
- Big moves for water
- Building a caring city
Visit: https://bit.ly/4pfHkLI for more info.
- Safety first
- Better ways to move
- Big moves for water
- Building a caring city
Visit: https://bit.ly/4pfHkLI for more info.
November 17, 2025 at 6:55 PM
In case you missed it, here are a few items #OttCity Council approved on Wednesday, November 12:
- Safety first
- Better ways to move
- Big moves for water
- Building a caring city
Visit: https://bit.ly/4pfHkLI for more info.
- Safety first
- Better ways to move
- Big moves for water
- Building a caring city
Visit: https://bit.ly/4pfHkLI for more info.
Wondering if those eggs at the back of the fridge are still fresh?
Gently place the egg in a glass of room temperature water - if it floats to the top, then it is no longer safe to eat. If not, you are good to get cracking!
Find more tips to make the most of your food: https://bit.ly/4oft6L1
Gently place the egg in a glass of room temperature water - if it floats to the top, then it is no longer safe to eat. If not, you are good to get cracking!
Find more tips to make the most of your food: https://bit.ly/4oft6L1
November 17, 2025 at 5:15 PM
Wondering if those eggs at the back of the fridge are still fresh?
Gently place the egg in a glass of room temperature water - if it floats to the top, then it is no longer safe to eat. If not, you are good to get cracking!
Find more tips to make the most of your food: https://bit.ly/4oft6L1
Gently place the egg in a glass of room temperature water - if it floats to the top, then it is no longer safe to eat. If not, you are good to get cracking!
Find more tips to make the most of your food: https://bit.ly/4oft6L1
Stay informed with Ottawa City Council and Committee Meetings!
Upcoming Meetings: https://bit.ly/4i0iKv1
Listen Live: https://bit.ly/3Do6mpy
Stay updated on the latest discussions shaping #OttCity.
#OttPoli #Ottawa
Upcoming Meetings: https://bit.ly/4i0iKv1
Listen Live: https://bit.ly/3Do6mpy
Stay updated on the latest discussions shaping #OttCity.
#OttPoli #Ottawa
November 17, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Stay informed with Ottawa City Council and Committee Meetings!
Upcoming Meetings: https://bit.ly/4i0iKv1
Listen Live: https://bit.ly/3Do6mpy
Stay updated on the latest discussions shaping #OttCity.
#OttPoli #Ottawa
Upcoming Meetings: https://bit.ly/4i0iKv1
Listen Live: https://bit.ly/3Do6mpy
Stay updated on the latest discussions shaping #OttCity.
#OttPoli #Ottawa
We are sliding into the weekend #OttCity – maybe literally.
With a risk of freezing rain tomorrow, our crews are ready to go out and treat sidewalks roads and winter cycling network.
Travel with care while you are out this weekend!
bit.ly/3zAe1Mw
With a risk of freezing rain tomorrow, our crews are ready to go out and treat sidewalks roads and winter cycling network.
Travel with care while you are out this weekend!
bit.ly/3zAe1Mw
November 14, 2025 at 10:08 PM
We are sliding into the weekend #OttCity – maybe literally.
With a risk of freezing rain tomorrow, our crews are ready to go out and treat sidewalks roads and winter cycling network.
Travel with care while you are out this weekend!
bit.ly/3zAe1Mw
With a risk of freezing rain tomorrow, our crews are ready to go out and treat sidewalks roads and winter cycling network.
Travel with care while you are out this weekend!
bit.ly/3zAe1Mw