Deadline extended for LeBreton Flats request for qualificationsThe National Capital Commission (NCC) is extending the deadline for proponents to submit innovative proposals for the development of LeBreton Flats, the largest and most significant urban site in Canada’s Capital. Proponents are invited to imagine a world-class destination, an inspirational place that will demonstrate design excellence and innovation, an attractive place for Canadians and visitors alike. ...
Windmill announces first office condo in downtown coreOttawa-based Windmill Developments are again proving they are leaders when it comes to reimagining how people live and work in downtown Ottawa The visionary green developers have announced they are building Ottawa's first and only Class A commercial condominium tower in the heart of downtown Ottawa next to their Cathedral Hill residential condo building. ...
Museum partnership brings Arctic Medal to the Canadian Museum of HistoryThe Canadian Museum of History is proud to present to its visitors one of the treasures of The Manitoba Museum’s collection, as part of an exchange of artifacts between the two Canadian institutions. The Arctic Medal 1818-1855, created to commemorate Arctic exploration, will be on display at the Museum of History until ...
City offers condolences to the family of Corporal Nathan CirilloResidents continue to offer their support and condolences to the family of Corporal Nathan Cirillo, who was killed in the October 22 nd terrorist attack at the National War Memorial and will be laid to rest tomorrow in the City of Hamilton. ...
#election #mayorNew faces at the council table, 40% voter turn-out, strong mandate for Watsonhttps://twitter.com/twitandrewking/status/526940937206112256 Unofficial results from the [ City of Ottawa ](http://ottawa.ca/election/index_en.html) : <table class="table table-bordered table-condensed" summary="Results for Mayor " > <tr > Candidate Votes % </tr> <tbody > <tr > Bernard Couchman 1255 0.51 Mike Maguire 46341 18. ...
#election #mayor #watsonVIDEO: Jim Watson and campaign team spoof House of Cards“Which bake sale Mayor?” “ALL OF THEM.” Quite the smart campaign video from Watson and his team. http://youtu.be/GCqRNI0mRGk
Would-Be Mayors Out of Step with Council Candidates: Elections SurveyA pro-environment consensus among candidates for city council is not shared by all candidates for mayor, raising the potential for conflict over issues such as transportation, climate change and the Energy East pipeline proposal according to an elections survey released today by local environmental organization Ecology Ottawa. ...
Municipal candidates' views on architecture and urban designCandidates in Ottawa’s urban wards are far more likely to indicate support for policies aimed at improving the city’s architecture and urban design than candidates in suburban and rural wards, a poll suggests. The Royal Architectural Institute of Canada (RAIC), the national professional association which advocates for excellence in the built environment, asked mayoral and council candidates for their position on five questions related to design quality, the environment and heritage. ...
Book of Remembrance to honour Corporal Nathan CirilloA Book of Remembrance is available for residents who wish to pay tribute to Corporal Nathan Cirillo, of the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders of Canada (Princess Louise’s), who gave his life yesterday in service to Canada. Beginning today at 11 a. ...
Canadian Muslims stand united with fellow citizens in condemning Ottawa attacksThe National Council of Canadian Muslims (NCCM), a prominent Muslim civil liberties and advocacy organization, stands united with Canadians in categorically condemning today’s shooting attacks at Ottawa’s War Memorial and on Parliament Hill which left a Canadian soldier dead and several others injured. ...