Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 3hAs part of the Morisset Avenue Pump Station Project, the contractor is planning to work this Saturday, October 3. The work will involve applying spray foam insulation on the walls of the new pump station. This work is not expected to be disruptive & should result in minimal noise. 000
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 30/09/2026The Carlington Community Health Centre is conducting a Community Needs Survey with residents who live in the Carlington catchment area. Survey links: English: forms.gle/7DBWXZxLpcFT... French: forms.gle/XkTuaTFVuV3U... Arabic: forms.gle/UJz3Mot62qjL... Somali: forms.gle/vtHHuHvTAtiS...forms.gle2026 Carlington Community SurveyIntroduction We are doing this survey to better understand the experiences, needs, and priorities of people living within the Carlington Community. Your voice matters and your ideas can help to make ... 010
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 27/09/2026Congratulations to the Ottawa Titans who are the Frontier League Champions, winning it all last night! 🏆 I was at Game 3 on Friday night, a league-record 10,303 people in attendance! 0113
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 26/09/2026This Weekend in/near River Ward Today: Wiggle Waggle Walk and Run until 1pm, from Hog's Back Park and along Col By. Sunday: The Head of the Rideau Regatta from Blacks Rapids to Mooney's Bay, 9am-9pm Ottawa Kidney Walk, RA Centre, 2451 Riverside Drive, 10:30am to 12:30pm 030
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 25/09/2026September 25: Jour des Franco-Ontariens et des Franco-Ontariennes / Franco-Ontarian Day Today is a time to celebrate and reflect on the legacy, resilience & achievements of generations of Franco-Ontarians who have helped shape Ottawa. 020
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 25/09/2026Household Hazardous waste depot Tomorrow - Saturday September 26 (8am to 4pm) Conroy Snow Dump, 3100 Conroy Road Please place only the household hazardous waste you wish to dispose of in the trunk of your vehicle. Do not bring any item that is not intended for disposal. 020
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 22/09/2026Hog's Back Bridge Closure TONIGHT The NCC is closing the bridge to conduct urgent repairs. Swing bridge closure at 7PM until 6am TOMORROW. Pedestrians and cyclists can use the lock to the immediate north of the bridge to cross the canal. 052
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 21/09/2026Head of the Rideau Regatta Sunday, September 27, 8am-5pm 5km races from Black Rapids to Hog’s Back Locks All spectators welcome! Attention boaters - please control your wake along this corridor 020
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 18/09/2026Local festivals/events this weekend to flag... City Folk Music Festival RA Centre, 2451 Riverside Drive September 16-21 RCC Dragon Boat Regatta Rideau Canoe Club Saturday 8am-4pm Terry Fox Run Hog’s Back Park Sunday 6am-1pm 021
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 17/09/2026Thx to the @ottawabot for hosting this week's first ever Infrastructure Forum, that I attended. This critical discussion focused on: Investing in Ottawa’s Next Chapter Moving People/Goods More Effectively Building the Housing/Communities Growth Requires Placemaking as Economic Infrastructure 010
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 16/09/2026This Saturday... OSEAN invites you to join Carleton University students at the Bioblitz in the McCarthy Woods Nature Corridor. Help us track all the amazing plants and animals in this greenspace. See details below. 010
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 15/09/2026More Night Work Planned Planned Water Service Interruption Thursday, September 17, 8pm-4am Due to planned water infrastructure repairs on Paul Anka Dr (between Uplands & McCarthy) residents and businesses in this area may experience interruptions to their water service. 010
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 15/09/2026More Night Work Planned Planned Water Service Interruption Thursday, September 17, 8pm-4am Due to planned water infrastructure repairs on Paul Anka Dr (between Uplands & McCarthy) residents and businesses in this area may experience interruptions to their water service. 010
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 12/09/2026TODAY Hunt Club Festival, McCarthy Park, hosted by the Hunt Club Community Association. See details on the poster 020
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 11/09/2026Today is Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish new year. Best wishes to everyone celebrating tonight and through the weekend. Shanah Tovah! 010
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 11/09/2026We Remember September 11, 2001 2,977 people died as a result of the terrorist attacks in the United States, including 24 Canadians. 032
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 10/09/2026Fisher Avenue, southbound, has the left turn lane on to Baseline blocked by a disabled vehicle. Impact to traffic is high. 010
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 09/09/2026Thank you and congratulations to River Ward resident, Miss Patricia Currie (red dress) who sang the national anthem today, as part of the City Council meeting. 020
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 08/09/2026Knitting/Crocheting Drop-in We are a group of 55+ crafters who enjoy crafting while socializing. Most of us knit, while some do crochet or cross stitch or sometimes mending. All are welcome. Hunt Club Riverside Park CC, 3320 Paul Anka Drive Wednesdays, 9am-Noon Free 021
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 07/09/2026Paid vacation and sick leave Standardized five day work week Health and safety legislation No child labour Living wages Thank you to the unions, labour groups, trade and professional associations for your tireless efforts in impacting change over the years. We are all better off 0102
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 04/09/2026Demolition Permit: DEMO-2026-004182 Address: 1270 Trenton Ave (River Ward) Description of Work: Demolish a 2-storey detached dwelling Permit Issued: September 4, 2026 010
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 04/09/2026Hog's Back Road - Road Closure (entire length) Tomorrow - Saturday, 7am to Noon Due to Canadian Triathlon event 021
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 03/09/2026A work crew is on-site to perform an emergency excavation to retrieve matter that is obstructing flow in a sanitary sewer in front of 112 Crerar Ave. The excavation is necessary to mitigate the risk of sewer backups and potential flooding to nearby homes and businesses. 030
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 02/09/2026Special collections related to storm debris closing Impacted residents have until Friday, September 4 to submit service requests. If you need to have storm-related waste collected by the City, please place waste by the curbside and submit a service request, call 3-1-1. 011
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 01/09/2026Demolition Permit: DEMO-2026-009563 Address: 1080 Falaise Road (River Ward) Description of Work: Demolish a 2-storey detached dwelling Permit Issued: August 28, 2026 020
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 01/09/2026Happy New Year! Students in the English School Boards are back in school today, joining their cohorts in the French School Boards who returned last week. We have many young residents on the streets again. Slow down, take your time, give way to pedestrians/give space to cyclists 192
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 30/08/2026Capital Pride Parade - Road Closures Until 4pm TODAY Wellington, btwn Booth & Bank Bank, btwn Wellington & Albert Albert, btwn Bank & O’Connor Additionally, Chaudière and Portage Bridges will be closed from 12:15pm to 3pm. OC Transpo Bus Detours: routes 6, 7, 8, 10 & 11 042
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 30/08/2026Capital Ukrainian Festival TODAY Ukrainian Marketplace, 9am-7pm Horticulture Building, Lansdowne Park Shop from artisans/vendors, live performances, community tables, children’s/family activities. TONIGHT A Piece of Gerdan Dipped in ShockolaD Concert 7pm, 1000 Byron, $45 120
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 28/08/2026Saturday in River Ward Bartlett Private Community Garage Sale 9am to 12:30pm Central Park Community Summer Movie Night Celebration Park Movie: Zootopia 2 - 7:30pm, showtime Bring a chair/blanket, small change for bake sale 021
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 27/08/2026Welcome to Ottawa / River Ward The 2026 Canoe Kayak Canada Sprint National Championships are being held at the Rideau Canoe Club/Mooney's Bay this week. 1200+ athletes from across Canada are competing in various distances in sprint canoe and kayak. 040
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 27/08/2026*** CORRECTION *** The household hazardous waste depot this weekend is on SUNDAY August 30 (not Saturday, as I originally posted) 8am to 4pm Tunney's Pasture 020
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 26/08/2026Today, at City Council, during a debate on the impacts of American tariffs on Canada/City of Ottawa, I stated that it is an embarrassment to have a street in River Ward named after Donald Trump & that during the next Term of Council, I will lead a public process to rename it. 4141
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 25/08/2026The gasline on Normandy Crescent North, has been hit near 1015 Normandy by construction crews. Emergency Services and Enbridge are on-site. No reported injuries. 121
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 25/08/2026Upcoming Household Hazardous Waste Depot Saturday August 30 8am to 4 pm Tunney’s Pasture 163
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 25/08/2026This morning I attended Volunteer Ottawa's Youth Service Year launch to connect young people with meaningful work & community service. The program provides Ottawa youth ages 17–19 a paid, structured year of service between high school & post-secondary. volunteerottawa.ca/ottawa-youth-service-year/volunteerottawa.caOttawa Youth Service Year - Volunteer OttawaOttawa Youth Service Year A pilot project founded by Hon. Dalton McGuinty and funded by The Rideau Hall Foundation Ottawa Youth Service Year officially launchesAugust 24, 2026 OYSY has officially lau... 141
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 24/08/2026Demolition Permit: DEMO-2026-013691 Address: 284 Anna Ave (Carlington) Description of Work: Demolish a 2-storey detached dwelling Permit Issued: August 24, 2026 010
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 21/08/2026Public Open House 1345 Baseline Road Zoning Bylaw Amendment Application (Scouts Canada National HQ) 4 residential towers, 1,251 units, plus a park August 25, 6:30-8pm J.A. Dulude Arena (941 Clyde Ave) More info: ttps://devapps.ottawa.ca/en/applications/D02-02-22-0062/details 242
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 20/08/2026GreekFest is back for the next four days, August 20-23. Location: 1215 Prince of Wales Bus route: 111 Parking: St Pius X HS, take shuttle bus Opens at 5pm today, closes at 10pm 6pm Multicultural performances 8:45pm, The Zorba Show ottawagreekfest.ca/schedule/ottawagreekfest.ca 031
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 19/08/2026As the incoming President of AMO, I will prioritize collaborative communication with our stakeholders including the provincial government. Our advocacy will be focused on strengthening Ontario's municipalities and Province as a whole. 360
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 18/08/2026Demolition Permit: DEMO-2025-015989 Address: 1440 Prince of Wales (River Ward) Description of Work: Demolish a gas bar and canopy (This is the Shell gas station at PoW/Meadowlands) Permit Issued: August 17, 2026 120
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 15/08/2026Opa! GreekFest is back Aug 13-16 & Aug 20-23 Experience Greek culture, authentic food, live music & dancing in the heart of River Ward! 1315 Prince of Wales Bus Route: 111 Parking with shuttle bus: St Pius X HS Today: Noon - 11pm Tonight 7pm - Odyssey Dance Troupe 8:45pm - The Zorba Show 040
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 14/08/2026Camp FFIT was hosted by the Ottawa Fire Services this week, providing two dozen young women the opportunity for hands on experience through various firefighting situations. I visited the class yesterday and am always impressed by this program and participants. 052
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 13/08/2026Storm Related Solid Waste Residents affected by the heavy rainfall may request storm-related waste collection beyond the standard three-item limit. Follow these steps: Place all eligible materials at the curb Call 3-1-1 to create a Service Request 021
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 13/08/2026I acknowledge a number of households in River Ward have been impacted by flooding, due to heavy rains this summer. One household is too many. The City is assessing the state of water infrastructure in impacted neighbourhoods & that will form the plan moving forward. 040
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 13/08/2026Please be advised that eastbound Baseline between Clyde and the signalized intersection at the Walmart entrance is reduced to one lane. Hydro Ottawa is repairing two hydro poles damaged from last night's storm. 050
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 13/08/2026Current power outages in River Ward are located in south Carlington. Estimated restoration 5am. 031
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 10/08/2026There are 16 power outages across River Ward, impacting thousands of households. The Hydro Ottawa outage map provides information on each impacted area and estimated restoration times. 020
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 10/08/2026Tornado Warning Received on the Emergency Alert system. Heavy thundershower expected within the hour. Please take necessary precautions. 030
Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 10/08/2026On August 11, Hydro Ottawa will be installing underground infrastructure that will impact customers on Cahill Dr & Uplands Dr. To complete this work safely, a planned power interruption is required. Time: 8am-4pm Contractor: Bradley Kelly Construction Households impacted: 277 020