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We would like to see former governor general David Johnston run for mayor, but accept that he probably will not. (Sgt Johanie Maheu, Rideau Hall © OSGG, 2017)[/caption] As speculation swirls around who’s running for city council in the upcoming Ottawa municipal election this fall, some notable names have been thrown around as potential mayoral candidates. ...

Join Mayor Jim Watson on Saturday, October 24 at Ottawa City Hall from 4 to 7 p.m. for the Mayor’s ninth annual Halloween gathering in support of the Ottawa Food Bank’s Baby Supply Cupboard.  With the support of corporate sponsors, Trick or Treat with the Mayor provides safe Halloween fun for everyone, and is a wonderful opportunity for local families to help others by donating essential food and supplies to the Baby Supply Cupboard. ...

Mayor Jim Watson today announced a proposal to allow for the creation of up to 20 new community gardens over the next four years.  “Community gardens better utilize our public spaces and provide greater food security for residents,” said Mayor Watson. ...

Mayor Jim Watson and City Manager Kent Kirkpatrick presented the 2015 City Manager’s Award for Excellence (CMAE) at today’s City Council meeting. The annual CMAE, now in its ninth year, is comprised of four categories and represents the highest distinction employees can receive through the City’s corporate recognition program. ...

On Thursday night, the Ottawa Senators continue their exciting playoff push with an away game against the New York Rangers. To support the Sens, and at the request of the team, Mayor Jim Watson announced that the City of Ottawa is proclaiming Thursday, April 9 “Jeans and Jersey Day”. ...

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). ...

Mayor Jim Watson, along with Beacon Hill-Cyrville Ward Councillor Tim Tierney, today presented the Mayor’s City Builder Award to Kerry MacLean for his outstanding community service as high school coach, founder and President of the Maverick Volleyball Club.  Mr. MacLean is recognized for his inspirational leadership of the Maverick Volleyball Club that he started in 1985 and built into the largest and most successful volleyball club in Eastern Ontario, with 27 teams and more than 75 volunteers and coaches. ...

Nice to have a mayor with a sense of humour https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yKBV0DOhBa8

Mayor Jim Watson praised the success of Invest Ottawa and emphasized the importance of continuing efforts to make Ottawa an inviting place for business investment at the 3rd Annual Economic Outlook luncheon today. Presented in partnership with the Ottawa Business Journal and the Ottawa Chamber of Commerce, the Economic Outlook event provides insight to Ottawa’s business leaders and innovation community. ...

Mayor Jim Watson will join civic and business leaders at the 3 rd Annual Economic Outlook luncheon to discuss Ottawa’s economic successes of the past year and review upcoming economic initiatives. The event is produced and presented by the Ottawa Business Journal and the Ottawa Chamber of Commerce. ...