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Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Ottawa Aboriginal Coalition Career Fair October 14, 11am-4pm Ottawa Conference and Event Centre, 200 Coventry Road All are welcome, see details below

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Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Three nights - three community meetings where I provided a full Councillor's Report Monday - Hunt Club Community Assn Tuesday - Neighbourhood Watch, Melfa-Manaki Wednesday - Riverside Park CA AGM Pleased to share these reports with you Email: Riley.Brockington@Ottawa.ca

Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

The City of Ottawa is hosting a Household Hazardous Waste drop-off event on Saturday, October 17, at the Strandherd Snow Dump, 4061 Strandherd Dr. Residents are welcome to bring their hazardous materials between 8am-4pm. Access to this site is via Philsar Street.

Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Congratulations to my alma mater, the uOttawa Gee Gees, winning the Panda Game today 35-32, against the Carleton University Ravens. That's 39 wins for uOttawa (in case you are counting). Photo Credit: Ashley Fraser, Postmedia

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Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

By the numbers... City of Ottawa Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event on Saturday September 26 2,156 motorists attended. In total, 500 barrels and 43 large boxes of paint cans were collected, in addition, solvents, batteries, propane tanks, automotive batteries & fluids.

Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

McCarthy Road traffic stop leads to recovery of loaded handgun On Wednesday September 30, 11:20pm, the OPS conducted a traffic stop in the area of McCarthy/Paul Anka. Four occupants in the vehicle were arrested and a loaded handgun was retrieved from the jacket of a youth.

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Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

As 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.

Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

The 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...

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2026 Carlington Community Survey

Introduction 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 ...

Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Congratulations 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!

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Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

This 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

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Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

September 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.

Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Household 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.

Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Hog'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.

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Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Head 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

Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Local 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

Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Thx 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

Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

This 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.

Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

More 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.

Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

TODAY Hunt Club Festival, McCarthy Park, hosted by the Hunt Club Community Association. See details on the poster

Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Today is Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish new year. Best wishes to everyone celebrating tonight and through the weekend. Shanah Tovah!

Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

We Remember September 11, 2001 2,977 people died as a result of the terrorist attacks in the United States, including 24 Canadians.

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Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Fisher Avenue, southbound, has the left turn lane on to Baseline blocked by a disabled vehicle. Impact to traffic is high.

Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Thank 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.

Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Knitting/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

Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Paid 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

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Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Demolition Permit: DEMO-2026-004182 Address: 1270 Trenton Ave (River Ward) Description of Work: Demolish a 2-storey detached dwelling Permit Issued: September 4, 2026

Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Hog's Back Road - Road Closure (entire length) Tomorrow - Saturday, 7am to Noon Due to Canadian Triathlon event

Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

A 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.

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Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

After adding my full middle name, I popped up and confirm I am on the Voters' List.

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Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Special 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.

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Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Demolition Permit: DEMO-2026-009563 Address: 1080 Falaise Road (River Ward) Description of Work: Demolish a 2-storey detached dwelling Permit Issued: August 28, 2026

Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Happy 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

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Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

I can say that no one has ever said that to me before. 😀 Hope you enjoyed the parade!

Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

Capital 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

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Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

Capital 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

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Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Saturday 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

Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Welcome 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.

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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

Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

This matter has never been before City Council.

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Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

For the sake of sharing facts, deeds have roll numbers, not municipal addresses. Changing a street name has no legal cost to property owners. I have researched this on more than one occasion and am aware of what property owners will need to do.

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Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Today, 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.

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Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

The gasline on Normandy Crescent North, has been hit near 1015 Normandy by construction crews. Emergency Services and Enbridge are on-site. No reported injuries.

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Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Upcoming Household Hazardous Waste Depot Saturday August 30 8am to 4 pm Tunney’s Pasture

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Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

When I heard it described, I thought, wow, what an opportunity. Funded by the Rideau Hall Foundation

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Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

This 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/

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Ottawa Youth Service Year - Volunteer Ottawa

Ottawa 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...

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Riley Brockington @riverwardriley.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Demolition Permit: DEMO-2026-013691 Address: 284 Anna Ave (Carlington) Description of Work: Demolish a 2-storey detached dwelling Permit Issued: August 24, 2026