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Public letter re: Active transportation infrastructure in Orléans
Following conversations between our supporters, Orléans-area councillors and Bike Ottawa, we wrote to east end federal and provincial representatives to seek public funding for a new multiuse path with protected intersections on Orléans Boulevard.
Read MoreOttawa Council just failed its most important environmental test. What happens now?
In the most important environmental vote this term, Ottawa City Council voted to dramatically worsen urban sprawl.
Read MoreJoin us! “What Sprawl Costs Ottawa” webinar – Tuesday, May 26 at 12pm
Ottawa city councillors are about to make the biggest decision – and probably the biggest mistake – of their political careers.
Read MoreJoin us! “Housing, Homelessness, and Climate Emergencies: How the Official Plan can Help Create a City for All” – Monday, May 25 at 7pm
On Monday, May 25, community groups and their supporters are hosting an important conversation about inequities, under-appreciated emergencies, and how the Official Plan can meaningfully address these urgent issues to help create a city for all.
Read MoreFor Immediate Release: Former Environmental Commissioner of Ontario to join Ecology Ottawa’s online Hold the Line rally
Former Environmental Commissioner of Ontario Dr. Dianne Saxe will join an upcoming ‘Hold the Line’ rally hosted by Ecology Ottawa.
Read MoreNeed a green break? We’ve got a webinar for that!
How are you doing? These are strange and difficult times, and as much as we all know that physical distancing is what’s needed to combat this global pandemic, it doesn’t make the process easier. Here at Ecology Ottawa, we’ve been thinking about how we can continue to engage Ottawans and give you the tools to green-up your communities.
Read MoreBook recommendation: The Future We Choose
During these strange times of self-isolation and physical distancing, there’s no better chance to catch up on reading. Even better, to read something inspiring and relevant to a world that seems to change with each passing hour.
Read MoreSafe Streets, Healthy Streets
As the Covid-19 pandemic spreads around the world, cities are struggling to find innovative ways to safeguard public health while providing residents…
Read MoreEcology Ottawa update re: COVID-19
With the rapid spread of COVID-19, we have entered a period of crisis for our city and the global community as a whole.
Read MoreAct now! Just days left for Ottawa to take bold climate action
On March 30, city council will be deciding on the fate of our urban boundary. This may be the most important and long-lasting climate decision council will make this term.
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