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Official account of the City of Ottawa.
Not monitored 24/7. Currently testing this new channel. Posting Monday to Friday, occasionally on weekends.
Stay updated with the latest info.
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@en.ottawa.ca Oct 12, 2026, 12:28 PM

Happy Thanksgiving #OttCity!

Whether you are enjoying a meal, catching the fall colours, spending time with family and friends, or simply taking advantage of the long weekend, we hope you get a chance to relax and recharge.

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Happy Thanksgiving is written in the bottom left corner.

@en.ottawa.ca Oct 11, 2026, 5:00 PM

Last week's commute is now in the rearview mirror:

Thursday was the busiest day for car travel

Friday was the least busy day for car travel

Stay up to date on #OttCity travel trends with our Mobility Dashboard.

Explore the dashboard and subscribe: https://bit.ly/3UGPAdA

Busiest travel day: Thursday. Least busy travel day: Friday.
76.9% Bus service reliability across the city. 95% Para Transpo trips on-time.

@en.ottawa.ca Oct 11, 2026, 2:00 PM

Cheers to long weekends!
Certain #OttCity services, like waste collection will be operating on holiday schedules tomorrow, October 12 due to Thanksgiving.
Take note of all impacts here: https://bit.ly/3LNyHGV

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@en.ottawa.ca Oct 9, 2026, 7:42 PM

Advance Voting Day is Friday, October 16, #OttCity!

Vote at your assigned voting place between 10 am and 8 pm. Find your voting place at https://bit.ly/2YUonqR.

Voting by mail? Completed Special Ballot Voter Kits must be received by 8 pm on October 16.
https://bit.ly/4yglNqi

Two Elections Ottawa signs are displayed outside a voting place. A large yellow sign reads “Voting Place / Bureau de vote,” while a blue accessible voting sign with a wheelchair symbol points voters toward the entrance. Ottawa 2026 banners hang on the building in the background.

@en.ottawa.ca Oct 9, 2026, 6:26 PM

Watermain Break: Riverside Drive is closed between Tremblay Road and Industrial Avenue.
Expect major traffic delays as #OttCity crews respond to the area. Please avoid the area and use alternate routes.
To view our interactive traffic map for live updates: bit.ly/40i8DMf

@en.ottawa.ca Oct 9, 2026, 2:30 PM

Just one week until Trick or Treat with the Mayor!
Join us at #OttCity Hall on Saturday, October 17 from 5 to 8 pm in support of the Ottawa Food Bank’s Baby Basics Program.
Thank you to our sponsors Amazon, CTV, @ledroit.com, Move 100 and @ottawacitizen.com.
https://bit.ly/3UcVnrz

A skeleton Halloween decoration on the lawn in front of the Heritage Building at Ottawa City Hall. A figure in a Halloween costume is visible in the background.

@en.ottawa.ca Oct 8, 2026, 7:13 PM

Today, Council approved plans today that support the development of nearly 750 new homes in Ottawa.
Learn more, and check out what else was covered at Council today: https://bit.ly/4yGt97D
#OttCity #OttPoli #Ottawa

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@ottawapublichealth.ca Oct 8, 2026, 2:51 PMReposted by @en.ottawa.ca

Ottawa Public Health (OPH) is alerting residents of measles exposure locations and investigating confirmed measles infections in two Ottawa residents with known exposure to measles outside of Ontario. At this time, the risk to the general population remains low.

@en.ottawa.ca Oct 8, 2026, 3:59 PM

Listen live: City Council meets at 1 pm today.
The City of Ottawa will also respond to media questions, approximately 10 minutes after Council ends.
Tune in live on Rogers TV or YouTube: https://bit.ly/2H6wi9A
#OttCity #OttPoli #Ottawa

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In white text: "City Council, 1 pm, October 8 2026"

@en.ottawa.ca Oct 8, 2026, 1:00 PM

It’s almost time for the Circular Fair! Join us on Saturday, October 10 from 10 am to 2 pm at the Horticulture Building, Lansdowne Park, 1525 Princess Patricia Way.

Discover practical ways to reduce waste through a clothes swap, Repair Café and hand-on demonstrations.
https://bit.ly/3ROTC2i

people swapping clothes and getting items repaired. Text: Circular Fair – repair café, clothing swap and drop, other waste reduction initiatives. Saturday, October 10, 10 am to 2 pm, Horticulture Building at Lansdown Park.

@en.ottawa.ca Oct 7, 2026, 3:20 PM

Enjoy Thanksgiving and waste less food!

Ask guests to bring reusable containers for leftovers. Anything you can’t eat, and even used napkins, go in your green bin.

Turn leftovers into turkey noodle soup or stuffing waffles.
https://bit.ly/4ggR3yr

Thanksgiving leftovers in reusable containers

@en.ottawa.ca Oct 6, 2026, 7:18 PM

Thanksgiving is just around the corner!

Please note that certain #OttCity services, such as waste collection, will be following holiday schedules on Monday, October 12.

See more holiday schedule changes here: https://bit.ly/3LNyHGV

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@en.ottawa.ca Oct 6, 2026, 5:37 PM

Hi there! Swollen lithium-ion batteries can be disposed of at Household Hazardous Waste events. See upcoming dates, locations and safe handling tips: bit.ly/3Vuy3pG. You can also search the Waste Explorer: bit.ly/4vGQLqX

@en.ottawa.ca Oct 6, 2026, 5:22 PM

Exciting news for the Banff-Ledbury community.
#OttCity is please to announce the ProCore Foundations sponsorship to help build a new outdoor basketball court at Ledbury Park.
It will also be home to an annual basketball event and spring job fair: https://bit.ly/4y1vlWd

@en.ottawa.ca Oct 5, 2026, 7:10 PM

Looking to make your home more energy efficient?

Join us on Thursday, October 8 at 12 pm to learn about the Better Homes Ottawa Loan Program and how it can help support retrofits on your home.

Find out more: https://bit.ly/4xYpl0d

@en.ottawa.ca Oct 5, 2026, 5:33 PM

Lithium-ion batteries are convenient, but they can also be a fire risk.
Help prevent fires in #OttCity by safely charging and disposing of lithium-ion batteries – and know what to do if one starts to swell or smoke!
More info: https://bit.ly/4zb3q6V
#FirePreventionWeek

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@en.ottawa.ca Oct 5, 2026, 3:14 PM

Hi there! Please call 3-1-1 so we can track and follow up. Thank you.

@en.ottawa.ca Oct 5, 2026, 2:53 PM

Thank you for reaching out! Unfortunately we do not promote private events that are not related to City of Ottawa programs or initiatives due to our corporate and bilingualism policies. We suggest reaching out to other community groups to see if they can support the promotion of your event. Thanks!

@en.ottawa.ca Oct 5, 2026, 1:00 PM

Stay up to date on the latest discussions shaping #OttCity at City Council and Committee Meetings!
Upcoming Meetings: https://bit.ly/4i0iKv1
Listen Live: https://bit.ly/3Do6mpy
#OttPoli #Ottawa

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In white text: "Ottawa City Council and Committee Meetings"

@en.ottawa.ca Oct 4, 2026, 5:00 PM

#DYK: Tuesday was the busiest day for car travel last week, while Wednesday was the least busy.

Stay up to date on #OttCity travel trends with our Mobility Dashboard, updated weekly.

Explore the dashboard and subscribe to email updates on travel trends: https://bit.ly/3UGPAdA

Busiest travel day: Tuesday. Least busy travel day: Wednesday.
75.5% Bus service reliability across the city. 95% Para Transpo trips on-time.

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