Pop-up
Join me to discuss any issues that you’re having with the City, in College Ward, or with programs and services.
Monday, January 29, 2024
10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
The Owl Café, 1140 Morrison Drive
Visite surprise
Venez me rencontrer pour discuter des problèmes que vous pouvez avoir avec la Ville, dans le quartier Collège ou avec des programmes et services.
Lundi 29 janvier 2024
De 10 h à 12 h
The Owl Café, 1140, promenade Morrison
Hydro Ottawa public Information Sessions
As promised, we have secured Hydro Ottawa to offer specific online information sessions for those areas of College Ward that have been most frequently and most dramatically impacted by outages. Hydro Ottawa representatives will attend to provide updates on the work they are doing in your neighbourhood to improve reliability moving forward, and to hear from you. Although areas all over the city are impacted by weather events, Crestview/ City View and Bells Corners continue to see vulnerabilities and Hydro is paying attention.
Our first online meeting on February 6th at 7:00pm will be specific to the Crestview/City View neighbourhoods, and we will be hosting a second online meeting on February 22nd at 7:00pm for the Bells Corners neighbourhoods.
Residents from anywhere are encouraged to join us, but please note that we will be focusing on issues related to the specific neighbourhoods for each.
Please register below:
Crestview/City View: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6604152157680770393
Bells Corners:
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8489656269642417754
Réunions publiques avec Hydro Ottawa
Le quartier Collège tiendra deux séances d’information publique avec Hydro Ottawa. Nous espérons que vous pourrez vous joindre à nous. Des secteurs de toute la ville sont touchés par les conditions météorologiques extrêmes, mais ceux de Crestview/City View et de Bells Corners demeurent particulièrement vulnérables.
Des représentants d’Hydro Ottawa feront le point sur certains des nouveaux moyens qu’ils utilisent pour communiquer avec la population durant les pannes d’électricité, sur ce qui est fait pour renforcer le réseau et sur ce qui se passe dans votre quartier. Ils souhaitent aussi connaître votre avis; vous aurez l’occasion de poser des questions sur les sujets qu’ils aborderont.
Il y aura une première rencontre le 6 février à 19 h pour les quartiers de Crestview/City View, puis une deuxième le 22 février à 19 h pour ceux de Bells Corners.
Les résidents de tous les quartiers sont les bienvenus, mais sachez que les rencontres porteront sur des problèmes qui touchent plus particulièrement les quartiers concernés.
Crestview/City View : https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6604152157680770393
Bells Corners :
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8489656269642417754
Family Skating Party
Save the date!
Our Second Annual College Ward Skating Party and Open House is coming up on Sunday, February 25th, 1-3pm at Ben Franklin Place. We'll post more info with sponsors and other participants in the coming weeks.
We're so excited!
https://www.college-ward.ca/skating_party_2024
Activité de patinage en famille
Retenez bien cette date!
La deuxième activité de patinage et journée portes ouvertes annuelle du #QuartierCollège aura lieu le dimanche 25 février de 13 h à 15 h à la Place-Ben-Franklin. Nous vous donnerons plus de détails sur les commanditaires et les autres participants dans les semaines à venir.
Nous attendons cette journée avec impatience!
https://www.college-ward.ca/skating_party_2024
Development Applications Page
I am happy to announce that we have added a Development Applications page to the College Ward website, where I will be sharing information about active development applications, information about when a file will be at Planning and Housing Committee, as well frequently asked questions about the planning process. You can find the page at https://www.college-ward.ca/active_development_applications
Page pour les demandes d’aménagement
J’ai le plaisir d’annoncer que nous avons ajouté une page consacrée aux demandes d’aménagement sur le site Web du quartier Collège. Je vais y transmettre de l’information sur les demandes d’aménagement en cours, les dates auxquelles les dossiers seront présentés au Comité de la planification et du logement ainsi qu’une foire aux questions sur le processus de planification. Cliquez ICI pour accéder à la page : https://www.college-ward.ca/active_development_applications.
Update on 2335 Baseline Rd Development Proposal
A letter was sent to residents of Queensway Terrace South in College Ward this past October regarding a development proposal at 2335 Baseline Road. This letter lacks significant context of the discussion my staff and I had with the developer, and wrongly stated that my staff and I support the proposal as presented - as it stands, we still have questions. I have brought this egregious misrepresentation to the attention of the City of Ottawa Integrity Commissioner for their review, and the Committee of Adjustment will be reviewing the application on February 6, 2024.
Mise à jour de la proposition du développement 2335 chemin Baseline
Une lettre a été envoyée aux résidents du Queensway Terrace-Sud en octobre de l'année passée en sujet d'un développement proposé pour 2335 chemin Baseline. Cette lettre manque un montant significatif du contexte de la discussion que j'avais avec mon équipe et le promoteur immobilier et il disait que nous avons soutenu la proposition comme c'était présenté – en ce moment, nous avons encore des questions. Cette représentation d'une fausseté flagrante a été signalé pour l'attention à la Commissaire à l'intégrité pour la ville d'Ottawa et le Comité de dérogation va passer l'application en revue le 6 février 2024.
A new greenspace for College Ward
I recently toured the almost-completed Pinecrest Creek Stormwater Pond project, part of the LRT expansion. I am very excited: this 15.25 hectare greenspace in the middle of College Ward will be a tremendous benefit to residents.
Besides the connected ponds, multi-use pathways will circumnavigate the area and benches will offer places to relax and watch the birds and wildlife. There's some landscaping to be done in the spring, but we should see it opened to the public this summer.
In addition to the beauty and the creation of habitat, the pond system will help prevent stormwater surges through neighbourhoods close to Pinecrest Creek. This creek is always moving, and moving water reduces the likelihood of mosquitoes. Specific vegetation is intended to discourage geese from nesting. I'll provide more information as we get closer to the opening.
One more reason to look forward to the warm weather!
Un nouvel espace vert pour le quartier Collège
J’ai récemment visité le projet d’étang de gestion des eaux pluviales du ruisseau Pinecrest, qui s’inscrit dans le plan d’expansion du réseau de train léger sur rail et qui est sur le point d’être achevé. Je suis très enthousiaste, car cet espace vert de 15,25 hectares au cœur du #QuartierCollège sera très bénéfique pour les résidents.
En plus des étangs interreliés, des sentiers polyvalents feront le tour du secteur et des bancs seront installés pour que les gens puissent se détendre et observer les oiseaux et la faune. Il reste encore quelques travaux d’aménagement à faire au printemps, mais l’ouverture au public devrait avoir lieu cet été.
Outre la beauté des lieux et la création d’un nouvel habitat, le système d’étangs aidera à contenir la montée rapide des eaux pluviales dans les quartiers situés à proximité du ruisseau Pinecrest. Les eaux de ce ruisseau sont toujours en mouvement, ce qui limite la prolifération des moustiques. Des types de végétation précis devraient dissuader les bernaches d’y faire leurs nids. Je vous donnerai de plus amples renseignements à l’approche de l’ouverture du site.
Ça fera une raison de plus d’attendre avec impatience l’arrivée des beaux jours!
Outdoor Rinks and Sledding Hills
In addition to the rink at Ben Franklin Place, College Ward is fortunate to have several outdoor rinks maintained by hardworking volunteers. THANK YOU TO OUR COLLEGE WARD RINK VOLUNTEERS! You can find a full list, with interactive map, at https://ottawa.ca/en/recreation-and-parks/facilities/parks-and-green-space/outdoor-rinks#section-27fecdf9-ddf9-46bb-8e64-8218a96f068f
Please note that unseasonal warmer weather means these rinks may have to close temporarily. Please respect any closures by staying off the surface so you don’t damage the ice.
Ottawa has a unique landscape with a high number of naturally occurring hills on City property. Staff have identified more than 60 hills as “approved sledding hills”, which receive site risk inspections, safety signage, and protective measures such as hay bags and foam padding.
In College Ward, there are two approved sledding hills: Brucelands Park and Leslie Park. You can see a full list of approved sledding hills at Ottawa.ca/sledding.
Patinoires extérieures et sites de glissade
En plus de la patinoire de la Place-Ben-Franklin, le quartier Collège a la chance d’avoir plusieurs patinoires extérieures entretenues par des bénévoles assidus. MERCI AUX BÉNÉVOLES QUI S’OCCUPENT DES PATINOIRES DU QUARTIER COLLÈGE! Vous trouverez une liste complète de ces endroits avec une carte interactive à l’adresse suivante : https://ottawa.ca/fr/loisirs-et-parcs/installations/parcs-et-espace-vert/patinoires-exterieures.
Sachez que lorsque les températures sont anormalement élevées, il peut arriver que ces patinoires doivent fermer temporairement. Veuillez respecter ces fermetures en restant à l’écart des patinoires afin de ne pas endommager la surface glacée.
À Ottawa, on trouve un grand nombre de collines naturelles sur les terrains de la Ville. Le personnel de la Ville a fait de plus de 60 d’entre elles des « sites de glissade approuvés ». Des inspections des risques sont effectuées sur ces sites et des panneaux de sécurité ainsi que des dispositifs de protection comme des sacs de foin et des rembourrages en mousse y sont installés.
Deux de ces sites de glissade se trouvent dans le quartier Collège : ceux du parc Brucelands et du parc Leslie. Vous pouvez consulter la liste complète des sites de glissade approuvés à l’adresse suivante : https://ottawa.ca/fr/loisirs-et-parcs/installations/terrains-de-sport-et-loisirs-en-plein-air.
Looking for Community Projects to Fund
Are you an established West-end or Bells Corners community group with a project you need funding for, and help to implement? If so, the Rotary Club of Nepean-Kanata wants to hear from you. We want to partner with a community group on a project that will benefit the broader community in the west end of Ottawa or Bells Corners.
Depending on the project(s), we have up to $25,000 funding available. The project(s) MUST fall into one or more of the following areas:
• supporting youth;
• addressing poverty;
• helping the disabled; or
• promoting literacy.
Interested? If so, contact them before 12th February 2024 at [email protected]
Please include a brief description (250-500 words) about your project and a point of contact so they can get in touch with you.
Wonder what Rotary does in Ottawa? Check out https://rotaryinottawa.cool/
À la recherche de projets communautaires à financer
Vous êtes un groupe communautaire établi dans West End ou Bells Corners et vous avez besoin de financement et d’aide pour mettre en œuvre un projet? Si c’est le cas, le Club Rotary de Nepean-Kanata veut avoir de vos nouvelles! Nous souhaitons nous associer à un groupe communautaire dans le cadre d’un projet qui profiterait à l’ensemble de la communauté dans l’ouest d’Ottawa ou dans Bells Corners.
Selon la nature du projet qui nous sera proposé, un financement de jusqu’à 25 000 $ pourrait vous être offert. Les projets DOIVENT viser l’un des objectifs suivants :
- venir en aide aux jeunes;
- lutter contre la pauvreté;
- venir en aide aux personnes en situation de handicap;
- promouvoir l’alphabétisation.
Cela vous intéresse? Si c’est le cas, écrivez à l’adresse suivante avant le 12 février 2024: [email protected].
Veuillez inclure une brève description de votre projet (de 250 à 500 mots) ainsi que vos coordonnées afin que l’on puisse communiquer avec vous.
Vous vous demandez ce que fait le Club Rotary à Ottawa? Consultez le site https://rotaryinottawa.cool/.
Attention All Gardeners: Seedy Saturday
The Alta Vista Community Association Local Food Committee, in cooperation with Just Food and Seeds of Diversity, is hosting this year's Seedy Saturday. They have moved to a central location, next to the General Hospital on Smyth, easily accessible by bus route #55 and surrounded by plenty of parking. The event runs March 2nd 10-3 at 691 Smyth Road.
We have over fifteen seed vendors registered, along with artisanal producers from Eastern Ontario and Western Quebec. We are planning five free garden workshops throughout the day, live music, hot lunch and a children's corner. Admission is free and there will be door prizes.
https://justfood.ca/2023/12/07/seedy-saturday-2024/
Avis à tous les jardiniers : le samedi des semences
En collaboration avec Just Food et Seeds of Diversity, le comité alimentaire local de l’association communautaire Alta Vista organise cette année l’événement Seedy Saturday (le samedi des semences). L’association a déménagé dans un emplacement central situé à côté de l’hôpital général sur le chemin Smyth, lequel est facilement accessible par le circuit d’autobus 55 et desservi par de nombreux stationnements. L’activité aura lieu le 2 mars de 10 h à 15 h au 691, chemin Smyth.
Plus de quinze vendeurs de semences sont inscrits, de même que des producteurs artisanaux provenant de l’Est de l’Ontario et de l’ouest du Québec. Au menu, on prévoit cinq ateliers de jardinage gratuits tout au long de la journée, de la musique en direct, un dîner chaud et un espace aménagé pour les enfants. L’entrée est gratuite et des prix de présence seront offerts.
https://justfood.ca/2023/12/07/seedy-saturday-2024/
Ottawa PC Users’ Group
The Ottawa PC Users' Group is partnering with the Ottawa Public Library to give free presentations on a variety of computer and photography-related topics. For full descriptions and to register, see https://biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/program?text=pc+users. If some of the presentations are not yet listed at the Ottawa Public Library website, please check again later. All presentations are given in English.
Basic photo editing - learn easy, stunning techniques
Enhance your photos using free software for Windows and MacOS.
• Saturday, Mar 9, 2:00pm, Elmvale branch
Building a Website – No Coding Required!
Create a free website from scratch.
• Monday, Feb 26, 6:00pm, North Gloucester branch
How to Buy a PC
Buy the PC that is right for your needs.
• Saturday, Jan 27, 2pm, Centennial branch
How to Secure a Home Wireless Network
The surprisingly easy steps to ensure your home network is not hacked.
• Tuesday, Feb 6, 2pm, Elmvale branch
• Thursday, Feb 15, 10:30am, Blackburn Hamlet branch
• Tuesday, Mar 26, 2pm, Carp branch
How to take better vacation photos
Effectively tell the story of your vacations through pictures.
• Monday, Feb 5, 2pm, Blackburn Hamlet branch
Keeping passwords safe
Use free software to securely store passwords and related information.
• Monday, Jan 29, 6pm, Rosemount branch
• Monday Feb 26, 6pm, Carlingwood branch
• Monday, Mar 11, 6pm, Emerald branch
Protecting Your PC
Simple, free steps to keep your PC from being hacked.
• Monday Jan 22, 6pm, Carlingwood branch
• Tuesday, Feb 13, 2pm, Carp branch
• Saturday, Feb 24, 2pm, Centennial branch
• Tuesday, March 5, 6pm, Sunnyside branch
Typography - the art and science of written communications
Communicate more effectively by choosing fonts that are eye-catching, easy to read, and evoke intended emotions.
• Thursday, Mar 7, 6pm, Alta Vista branch
• Monday, Feb 12, 6pm, Emerald Plaza branch
Whoa, backup! Effective strategies for keeping your computer files safe
Free approaches to safeguard your photos, videos, documents, etc.
• Thursday, Feb 1, 6pm, Beaverbrook branch
• Monday, Mar 4, 6pm, Orleans branch
• Monday, Mar 25, 6pm, Rosemount branch
Who's the Boss - You or Your Camera?
Take control of your camera to express yourself more effectively with your photos.
• Saturday, Feb 3, 2pm, Nepean Centrepointe branch
Ottawa Public Library upcoming events and programs
All library branches will be closed on Monday, February 19, 2024 (Family Day)
Nepean Centrepointe Programs – February 2024
Children’s Programs (ages 0 – 12)
Family Storytime
Mondays, 10:30 – 11:00 am
Toddlertime (15 to 35 months)
Tuesdays, 10:30 – 11:00 am
Toddlertime (15 to 35 months)
Wednesdays, 10:30 – 11:00 am
Babytime/Stay & Play (0 to 18 months)
Thursdays, 10:30 – 11:00 am
Babytime program runs for 30 min. Participants are welcome to stay and let their babies play afterwards.
Family Storytime
Saturdays, 10:30 – 11:00 am
*Spanish-English Storytime February 17
Spanish-English Storytime
Saturday, February 17, 10:30 – 11 am
Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver.
Cuentos, rimas y canciones para niños de todas las edades, acompañados de un padre o guardian.
Chess @ Centrepointe (ages 7 – 12)
Saturdays, 1:30 – 3:00 pm
Everybody Plays
Friday, February 16, 1:00 – 4:00 pm
Teen Programs (ages 12 – 17)
Programs are drop-in, unless otherwise stated.
Dungeons and Dragons for Teens: Beginner
Feb 29 6:30 – 8:30 pm (Registration Required)
Skating at Ben Franklin Place
Feb 17, 1:00 – 3:00 pm (Registration Required)
Anime and Manga Club
Feb 15 6:30 – 8:00 pm
Adult Programs
Programs are drop-in, unless otherwise stated.
English Conversation Circle
Tuesdays, 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Wednesdays, 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Adult Colouring Club
Wednesdays, 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Craft Afternoon: Valentine’s Day Greeting Cards
Tuesday, February 13, 2:00 – 3:30 pm (Registration Required)
Employment Support
Mondays, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Genealogy Drop-In
Tuesday, February 13, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Tuesday, February 27, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Club de lecture
Mardi 13 février, 18 h 30 – 20 h 00
Le livre du mois est Oscar et la dame rose par Eric-Emmanuel Schmitt.
Nepean Centrepointe Book Club
Thursday, February 8, 1:30 – 3:00 pm
February 8 book: The Trees by Percival Everett
Science Fiction Fantasy Book Club
Thursday, February 15, 6:30 – 8:00 pm
February 15 book: The Library at Mount Char by Scott Hawkins
Tea & Books
Tuesday, February 27, 3:00-4:00 pm
In Celebration of Black History Month: Author Kai Thomas
Thursday, February 8, 7:00 pm
*Takes place in The Chamber in Ben Franklin Place
Miniature Gaming
Sunday, February 11, 12:00 – 3:00 pm
PC Users’ Group Presents: Who’s the Boss – You or Your Camera?
Saturday, February 3, 2:00 – 4:00 pm
Centennial, your local Ottawa Public Library branch in Bells Corners
We are located at 3870 Old Richmond Rd. Hours of operation are listed online: Centennial OPL / Centennial BPO. For information about obtaining a library card, visit a branch or go online at Library card / Carte de bibliothèque. For more information about OPL, visit biblioottawalibrary.ca/en / biblioottawalibrary.ca/fr or phone 613-580-2940.
Children’s programs at Centennial:
Babytime with Stay & Play
Stories, songs, and rhymes for babies.
Tuesdays, 10:30-11:30am
Ages 0-18 months
Drop-in
Toddlertime with Stay & Play
Stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers.
Wednesdays, 10:30-11:30am
Ages 19-35 months
Drop-in
Family Storytime
Stories, songs, and rhymes for children of all ages.
Thursdays, 10:30-11:00am
Drop-in
STEAM Saturday
We will be focusing on the "A" for Art with some colourful experiments and crafts. For ages 8-13.
Saturday, February 3, 10:30-11:30am
Ages 8-13
Registration required (register here)
Valentine’s Story & Crafts
Join us for stories and make a Valentine’s craft.
Saturday, February 10, 10:30-11:15am
Drop-in
Brain Busters!
Come in for some fun brain teasers, puzzles, riddles, and Rubik's Cubes. Are you up for the challenge? This program is self-directed.
Tuesday, February 27, 6:00-8:00pm
Ages 8+
Drop-in
Adults' programs at Centennial
Crafternoon
Do you like to knit, crochet, or do handwork? Join like-minded individuals for an afternoon of crafting. Bring any project you are working on.
Tuesdays, 2:00-4:00pm
Drop-in
Black History Month Film: The Road Taken, by Selwyn Jacob
This 1996 documentary takes a nostalgic ride through history to present the experiences of Black sleeping-car porters who worked on Canada's railways from the early 1900s through the 1960s. There was a strong sense of pride among these men and they were well-respected by their community. Yet, harsh working conditions prevented them from being promoted to other railway jobs until finally, in 1955, porter Lee Williams took his fight to the union.
Claiming discrimination under the Canada Fair Employment Act, the Black workers won their right to work in other areas. Interviews, archival footage and the music of noted jazz musician Joe Sealy (whose father was a porter) combine to portray a fascinating history that might otherwise have been forgotten.
For more information about this film, please visit: https://www.nfb.ca/film/road_taken/
52 min, English
Saturday, February 10, 3:00pm
Game Night
Bring your friends & family in for exciting card & board games! We have many to choose from including Settlers of Catan, Ticket to Ride, King of Tokyo, Dutch Blitz, Bananagrams, Trivial Pursuit, Scrabble, Chess, & more! You are also welcome to bring your own games.
Tuesday, February 13, 5:30-8:00pm
Drop-in
For adults, seniors, teens, & families
Book Chat
Share the enjoyment of good books in a relaxed atmosphere. Join us for a lively discussion of Agatha Christie: A Very Elusive Woman by Lucy Worsley.
Wednesday, February 14, 1:30-3:00pm
Drop-in
Reading Roundtable
In this informal self-guided program, adults are invited to discuss their favourite books and genres in a relaxed atmosphere. Unlike traditional book clubs, no specific book is selected for each session. This is an opportunity for people to get together to talk about what they are reading and inspire each other's future reads.
Thursday, February 15, 6:00-8:00pm
Drop-in
Franco-sociale : jeux et causerie
Vous aimez les jeux de société et les jeux de cartes? Vous souhaitez discuter de votre dernière lecture avec quelqu'un? Vous avez envie d'une partie de Scrabble, Carcasonne ou Mille bornes en français? Rejoingnez-nous pour cette rencontre informelle et amusante en langue française.
Le Vendredi 23 février, de 14 h 00 à 16 h 00
Portes-ouvertes
Protecting your PC
The average time it takes for an unprotected computer to be compromised after connecting to the Internet is under 15 minutes. Don't let it be yours. Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users' Group will show you the simple steps you need to take to keep your PC from being hacked. And best of all, it can be done for free.
Saturday, February 24, 2:00-4:00pm
Registration required (register here)
Seniors Card Group
Love to play cards? Seniors in Bells Corners are invited to join an informal card group. Play Euchre, Rummy, Hearts, Skip-Bo, & more!
Monday, February 26, 1:00-3:00pm
Registration recommended (register here); drop-ins welcome when space is available
Planners Meet-Up / Across d’agendas
Creative Planners are a great way to manage stress, time, productivity, goal tracking. Take a moment to sit down and put your brain to paper in a welcoming & creative environment. Bring your own planner, notebook, or journal of choice; we’ll provide some basic creative planner supplies. No experience required.
L’agenda créatif est un excellent moyen de gérer le stress, le temps, la productivité et les objectifs. Prenez le temps de vous asseoir et planifier dans un environnement accueillant et créatif. Apportez votre propre agenda, carnet de notes ou journal de votre choix ; nous vous fournirons quelques fournitures de base pour créer votre agenda dans la langue de votre choix. Aucune expérience n’est requise.
Wednesday, February 28, 6:15-8:15pm / Le Mercredi 28 février, 18h15 à 20h15
Bilingual / Bilingue
Drop-in / portes ouvertes
Call, write, and stay up to date
As City Councillor, my team and I can help you with issues that fall within the municipal areas of responsibility: local traffic calming; infrastructure like sidewalks, roads, and bike lanes; municipal tax statements; some social services; parks and recreation; and more. Please note that I cannot help you with parking tickets or other provincial infractions - to attempt to do so is illegal.
Here's how to stay up to date on College Ward news and events, and to contact me:
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: college-ward.ca
Twitter: @laine_johnson1
Facebook: lainejohnson.college
Pour nous appeler, nous écrire et vous informer
Mon équipe et moi, en tant que conseillère municipale, pouvons vous aider avec les questions qui relèvent des domaines de responsabilité municipale : la modération de la circulation locale, les infrastructures comme les trottoirs, les routes et les bandes cyclables, les relevés d’imposition municipale, certains services sociaux, les parcs et services récréatifs et plus encore. Veuillez noter que je ne peux vous aider en ce qui concerne les contraventions de stationnement ou les infractions provinciales – le faire serait illégal.
Pour connaître les nouvelles et événements du quartier Collège et communiquer avec moi :
Courriel : [email protected]
Site Web : quartier-college.ca
Twitter : @laine_johnson1
Facebook : lainejohnson.college
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