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The City’s Diversity and Inclusion Awards honouring staff who have had significant impacts in promoting inclusion for employees and residents were presented today at City Council by Mayor Jim Watson and City Manager Kent Kirkpatrick.  “These annual awards recognize individual City employees and teams that provide services promoting a positive and respectful work environment and a diverse and inclusive city,” said Mayor Watson. ...

Mayor Jim Watson, along with College Ward Councillor Rick Chiarelli, today presented the Mayor’s City Builder Award to Chris Taylor for his exemplary volunteerism providing educational presentations on computer-related topics as a member and current President of the Ottawa PC Users’ Group (OPCUG). ...

** February 24, 2015, Ottawa — ** On March 24, United Way campaign co-chair Mark Sutcliffe will be running across Ottawa to raise funds for United Way’s Community Campaign. For every $1,000 received in pledges, Mark will run 1 kilometre up to 50 kilometres. ...

As part of the _ Leave the Phone Alone _ distracted driving enforcement campaign, officers conducted a city wide enforcement blitz this morning, targeting drivers using cell phones. In total, 32 Provincial Offence Notices were issuedfor handheld communication device with 28 Provincial offence notices for other offences. ...

Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind is soon expecting new litters of puppies. Within weeks, these puppies will need loving homes for a long-term volunteer commitment of 12-18 months. All food and veterinary expenses are provided. The pups require homes to learn what it takes to be a ‘good dog’ before entering into formal training to become a guide dog or assistance dog for someone in need. ...

The City of Ottawa announced the recipients of the 2012-2014 Ottawa Architectural Conservation Awards today, recognizing commitment to local architectural heritage.  “The beautifully preserved properties honoured by the Ottawa Architectural Conservation Awards serve an important role: encouraging further investment in their respective communities," said Mayor Jim Watson. ...

This provincially funded program is designed for youth aged 14 to 18 to volunteer during a six week period. ** For Youth ** There are three ways to partake: Visit our website. We post volunteering opportunities for youth by organizations across the city for the six week campaign. ...