Arm’s-length committee orders audit of Ottawa councillor’s election campaign finances
The election compliance audit committee’s decision stems from a complaint filed by an Ottawa resident in late June. Continue reading
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Ottawa city councillor proposes split of planning committee for better representation
Coun. Shawn Menard says many residents he’s spoken with feel frustrated by a lack of trust in dealing with developers and the city on planning issues. Continue reading
Ottawa council’s decision on Château Laurier delayed 24 hours
A motion introduced by Diane Deans would have delayed the debate until the end of August, but the Mayor had other plans. Continue reading
Opposing sides in battle over Chateau Laurier addition lawyer up ahead of critical vote
By Abigail Bimman Global National Ottawa Correspondent
The architectural battle over Ottawa’s Chateau Laurier addition comes to a head in a city council vote Wednesday. Continue reading
Château Laurier addition critic cites historical impact of maligned design
“The Chateau Laurier is very much of its place and of its time. With this addition, it’s of its time, but not its place.” Continue reading
Ottawa residents say 9-storey building OK’d by committee will ‘destroy’ community plan
Despite fervent opposition from Old Ottawa East residents, the city’s planning committee approved an application to increase the height of 10 Oblats Ave. from six to nine storeys. Continue reading
New walking, cycling bridge over Rideau Canal set to open this weekend
The $21-million Flora Footbridge will connect Fifth Avenue in the Glebe to Clegg Avenue in Old Ottawa East. Continue reading
Ottawa city council rejects motion to revoke previous decision on Vanier shelter
The motion was defeated by a vote of 11-12. Continue reading
Ottawa police board opts to phase in background check fee for volunteers
Beginning in September, police background checks conducted for employment purposes will cost $65, down from $90. Records checks for volunteers will initially cost $10, increasing to $20 in January 2020. Continue reading
Select permit fees waived for Ottawa residents rebuilding after Orléans tornado
Ottawa city council voted on Wednesday to have the municipal planning department waive certain types of permit fees for those affected residents. Continue reading