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What's that curved concrete corner for? In the video below, we take a closer look at corner aprons and how they help improve safety for everyone using an intersection around #OttCity by encouraging slower turns. Find out more: https://bit.ly/4BwgExd

It's time to remove election signs! All candidates and registered third party advertisers must remove election signs by 11:59 pm on Thursday, October 29. Recycle, donate, reuse or dispose of signs responsibly. ♻ https://bit.ly/4yPjFWX

Follow #OttCity's 2026 Municipal Elections results tonight! Unofficial results will be available after voting places close at 8 pm and updated frequently until all votes have been counted. Follow the results: https://bit.ly/2YUonqR https://bit.ly/4zRvaOe #OttVote

Last week's travel trends are in: Thursday was the busiest day for car travel in #OttCity, while Friday was the least busy. Explore more travel insights, trip-planning resources and subscribe for email updates all in one place through the Mobility Hub: https://bit.ly/3UGPAdA

Voting Day is tomorrow, October 26! Make your plan to vote and know where you’re going before you head out. Where do you vote? Find your voting place: https://bit.ly/3UJkAKo For all other voting-related questions, please visit https://bit.ly/2YUonqR #OttVote

Heading out to early Halloween celebrations this weekend #OttCity? Plan your ride home. If you’re impaired, don't drive. - Have a designated driver - Call a taxi or ride-share - Take public transit  - Walk

Consultez #OttCircule et renseignez-vous sur les perturbations de la circulation prévues cette fin de semaine et les autres jours. Obtenez des informations à jour ici : https://bit.ly/36Swetm

Today, October 23, look up around 3:15 pm when the Royal Canadian Air Force is scheduled to perform a fly-past over TD Place for the Canadian Armed Forces Women’s Rugby match.

Voting Day is coming up on Monday, October 26! Make your plan to vote. You can vote in person or appoint a proxy to vote on your behalf. Find voting information at: https://bit.ly/2YUonqR. #OttVote

Major Gerry Wharton dedicated his life to service, advocacy and honouring Canada’s veterans. Today, we honour his legacy with a street named in his memory through #OttCity’s Veterans Commemorative Street Naming Program. Read more: https://bit.ly/47z3ORc

Live in an apartment or condo? Want to make a difference where you live? We’re looking for volunteer Waste Reduction Champions to help reduce waste. No experience needed – we provide full training, tools and ongoing support. More: https://bit.ly/3Sbcl8y

Traffic alert: Southbound Holland Avenue, between Island Park Dr and Fisher Ave will be closed for pavement repairs starting Thursday, October 22 at 7 am until Saturday, October 24 at 5 pm. Detours will be signed. Pedestrian and cyclist access will be maintained. For more: https://bit.ly/3IzKLY1

Our street lighting crews are busy working to keep streets bright and safe this Halloween. Some requests may take longer depending on the work required and other operational priorities. Thanks for your patience as we get #OttCity fright night ready! https://bit.ly/4yupk4g

We are reminding residents to get vaccinated against flu, COVID-19 and RSV this fall. Please read the PSA here: https://ottawa.ca/en/city-hall/city-news/newsroom/ottawa-public-health-reminds-residents-get-vaccinated-against-flu-covid-19-and-rsv-fall

We’re one week away until Voting Day, #OttCity! Make a plan to vote on October 26. Voting places are open from 10 am to 8 pm. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4hW2UnP #OttVote

Flags at #OttCity facilities have been lowered to half-mast until further notice in honour of the victims of the tragedy at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright on October 17. More info: https://bit.ly/4yrB9Z1

It's Small Business Week in #OttCity! Challenge yourself to support at least one new local business this week and support your business community. Read more: https://bit.ly/4hWya5Q

Are you a rural entrepreneur or a business owner looking for local resources and support? Join us in Metcalfe for the Rural Business Services Showcase. Connect with experts, explore programs and services. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4k3vlkW

Take a look at last week's travel trends in #OttCity Busiest day for car travel: Wednesday Quietest day for car travel: Monday Track travel trends with our dashboard, subscribe for updates & find trip-planning resources through the Mobility Hub: https://bit.ly/3UGPAdA

Happy early Halloween, #OttCity! Thank you for coming out and having a frightfully fun time with us at Trick or Treat with the Mayor. This event would not be possible without the support of our sponsors: Amazon, CTV, @ledroit.com, Move 100 and @ottawacitizen.com

Stay up to date with #OttTraffic. Our traffic update covers all current and upcoming traffic impacts to help you plan your commute in advance. More info here: https://bit.ly/3IzKLY1

Advance Voting Day is today, #OttCity! Voting places are open from 10 am to 8 pm. Find your designated voting place using the "Where do I vote?" tool at: https://bit.ly/2YUonqR

It’s time to #ShakeOut, #OttCity! Today, October 15, practice earthquake drills with your household. Remember to "drop or lock, cover and hold on" and check that your emergency plans and supplies are up to date. Learn more about local hazards: https://bit.ly/4zr634E

Starting Friday, October 16, expect traffic impacts near Elgin Street and Laurier Avenue as Hydro Ottawa reconstructs a maintenance hole. Lane reductions, cycling impacts and delays are expected until late December. Plan ahead and allow extra travel time. Info: https://bit.ly/47DVjo1 #OttTraffic

Have your say on the future of Ledbury Park. Join the public consultation tomorrow, October 15, from 6:30 to 8:30 pm at the Jim Durrell Recreation Centre (1265 Walkley Rd). Explore plans for new sports fields, courts, playground, pathways, green spaces and more. https://bit.ly/4B3RJAK

Fall is here, and it's time to think about what to do with all the leaves. Leaves make great natural mulch for your garden. Not keeping your leaves? Set them out at the curb in brown paper bags or a reusable container labelled ‘Leaf and Yard Waste’. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4B7azXJ

Our next Household Hazardous Waste event is on Saturday, October 17 at the Strandherd Snow Dump, 4061 Strandherd Road, from 8 am to 4 pm. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3R6Q0bj Check whether your item is considered hazardous and where it can be disposed of at: https://bit.ly/3r65pvT

Stay up to date on the latest discussions shaping #OttCity at City Council and Committee Meetings! Upcoming Meetings: https://bit.ly/4i0iKv1 Listen Live: https://bit.ly/3Do6mpy #OttPoli #Ottawa

Reminder: Due to Monday's holiday, all waste, green, blue and black bin collection will be delayed by a day for the rest of the week. https://bit.ly/3LNyHGV

Happy Thanksgiving #OttCity! Whether you are enjoying a meal, catching the fall colours, spending time with family and friends, or simply taking advantage of the long weekend, we hope you get a chance to relax and recharge.

Last week's commute is now in the rearview mirror: Thursday was the busiest day for car travel Friday was the least busy day for car travel Stay up to date on #OttCity travel trends with our Mobility Dashboard. Explore the dashboard and subscribe: https://bit.ly/3UGPAdA

Cheers to long weekends! Certain #OttCity services, like waste collection will be operating on holiday schedules tomorrow, October 12 due to Thanksgiving. Take note of all impacts here: https://bit.ly/3LNyHGV

Advance Voting Day is Friday, October 16, #OttCity! Vote at your assigned voting place between 10 am and 8 pm. Find your voting place at https://bit.ly/2YUonqR. Voting by mail? Completed Special Ballot Voter Kits must be received by 8 pm on October 16. https://bit.ly/4yglNqi

Watermain Break: Riverside Drive is closed between Tremblay Road and Industrial Avenue. Expect major traffic delays as #OttCity crews respond to the area. Please avoid the area and use alternate routes. To view our interactive traffic map for live updates: bit.ly/40i8DMf

Just one week until Trick or Treat with the Mayor! Join us at #OttCity Hall on Saturday, October 17 from 5 to 8 pm in support of the Ottawa Food Bank’s Baby Basics Program. Thank you to our sponsors Amazon, CTV, @ledroit.com, Move 100 and @ottawacitizen.com. https://bit.ly/3UcVnrz

Today, Council approved plans today that support the development of nearly 750 new homes in Ottawa. Learn more, and check out what else was covered at Council today: https://bit.ly/4yGt97D #OttCity #OttPoli #Ottawa

Ottawa Public Health (OPH) is alerting residents of measles exposure locations and investigating confirmed measles infections in two Ottawa residents with known exposure to measles outside of Ontario. At this time, the risk to the general population remains low.

Listen live: City Council meets at 1 pm today. The City of Ottawa will also respond to media questions, approximately 10 minutes after Council ends. Tune in live on Rogers TV or YouTube: https://bit.ly/2H6wi9A #OttCity #OttPoli #Ottawa

It’s almost time for the Circular Fair! Join us on Saturday, October 10 from 10 am to 2 pm at the Horticulture Building, Lansdowne Park, 1525 Princess Patricia Way. Discover practical ways to reduce waste through a clothes swap, Repair Café and hand-on demonstrations. https://bit.ly/3ROTC2i

Enjoy Thanksgiving and waste less food! Ask guests to bring reusable containers for leftovers. Anything you can’t eat, and even used napkins, go in your green bin. Turn leftovers into turkey noodle soup or stuffing waffles. https://bit.ly/4ggR3yr

Thanksgiving is just around the corner! Please note that certain #OttCity services, such as waste collection, will be following holiday schedules on Monday, October 12. See more holiday schedule changes here: https://bit.ly/3LNyHGV

Exciting news for the Banff-Ledbury community. #OttCity is please to announce the ProCore Foundations sponsorship to help build a new outdoor basketball court at Ledbury Park. It will also be home to an annual basketball event and spring job fair: https://bit.ly/4y1vlWd

Looking to make your home more energy efficient? Join us on Thursday, October 8 at 12 pm to learn about the Better Homes Ottawa Loan Program and how it can help support retrofits on your home. Find out more: https://bit.ly/4xYpl0d

Lithium-ion batteries are convenient, but they can also be a fire risk. Help prevent fires in #OttCity by safely charging and disposing of lithium-ion batteries – and know what to do if one starts to swell or smoke! More info: https://bit.ly/4zb3q6V #FirePreventionWeek

Stay up to date on the latest discussions shaping #OttCity at City Council and Committee Meetings! Upcoming Meetings: https://bit.ly/4i0iKv1 Listen Live: https://bit.ly/3Do6mpy #OttPoli #Ottawa

#DYK: Tuesday was the busiest day for car travel last week, while Wednesday was the least busy. Stay up to date on #OttCity travel trends with our Mobility Dashboard, updated weekly. Explore the dashboard and subscribe to email updates on travel trends: https://bit.ly/3UGPAdA

Plan ahead for your weekend travels. Check out our traffic webpage and stay up-to-date on all the latest and ongoing traffic impacts across #OttCity: https://bit.ly/3IzKLY1

Fall is packed with waste reduction events across Ottawa! Get your broken items fixed for free at a Repair Café, find a new-to-you outfit at the Clothing Drop and Swap at the Circular Fair, or hunt for a treasure at Giveaway Weekend. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4yv7Be4

Calling all little monsters! Come Trick or Treat with the Mayor at #OttCity Hall on October 17 from 5 to 8 pm in support of the Ottawa Food Bank’s Baby Basics Program. Thanks to our sponsors Amazon, CTV, @ledroit.com, Move 100 and @ottawacitizen.com. Details: https://bit.ly/4dc8Ru4

We want to say thank you x 200 to all the partners and participants who made the Ottawa 200 Party, and this entire year, such a huge success! https://bit.ly/4hXP3NE