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Sunset in Ottawa. Photo by Eric Galton via the OttawaStart Flickr Group. A heat warning has been issued by Environment and Climate Change Canada for the City of Ottawa for today and into next week. Heat warnings mean extra precautions need to be taken by everyone. ...

(Via Department of Canadian Heritage) Canada Day is a one of a kind event that brings together Canadians across the whole country. This is why, in light of the current and ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and the government’s priority of keeping Canadians safe, the government, and more specifically Canadian Heritage, has decided to celebrate Canada Day differently this year, in a way that will allow us to come together virtually to share our pride in being Canadian. ...

Starting Monday, June 29, the City will resume the enforcement of parking in excess of posted time limits, including 15-minute, one-hour, two-hour, three-hour and six-hour zones. Initially, parking control officers will issue warning notices to vehicles that are parked longer than the posted time limit. ...

“New Flyer” Photo by Justin S. Campbell, via Flickr. (Used under a Creative Commons License.) OC Transpo is increasing bus service throughout this month, towards an eventual return to normal summertime service on June 28. Here are some things that are changing as the transit agency adapts to the new normal: ...

As more businesses reopen and summer-like weather returns, Ottawa residents are increasingly coming out of their homes, while still remaining socially-distanced. OttawaStart’s Farah Khan snapped these photos over the last week showing the odd mix of life we are faced with: While some areas remain frozen in time, reflecting a pre-pandemic life, others show the new normal we have adapted to. ...

The Canadian War Museum was recently lit up in blue to recognize the efforts of health care workers. (Via Canada War Museum) As social distancing efforts continue, public venues remain closed. The good news is, many museums have made some of their materials available online for you to enjoy. ...

Dr. Vera Etches, Ottawa’s medical officer of health, has written an op-ed in the Ottawa Citizen with some encouraging news: efforts to “flatten the curve” and keep infection rates low are working. The data is clear on that, Etches wrote. ...

The City, in consultation with Ottawa Public Health (OPH), is advising that the limited use of some spaces in City parks and beaches is now permitted. This does not include the use of sports fields and courts. Effective immediately, individuals and families can enjoy fresh air and some outdoor activities in City parks. ...

Ottawa City Hall The City of Ottawa has released the air quality report conducted on Rideau Station in response to complaints that it smells bad. The stench, usually described as being like a “rotten egg” is attributed to stagnant water. The city hired a consultant in February to test the air quality and report back on possible measures to manage the odor. ...

The Rideau Street renewal project is underway. The City of Ottawa is undertaking the construction for a renewed Rideau Street between Sussex Drive and Dalhousie Street. The project involves the renewal of the streetscape elements and an upgrade of the transportation components within the Rideau Street right of way. ...