Hello Ottawa
In Today’s Edition
→ The City says 27 developments are affected by the ban on removing traffic lanes for bike lanes
→ Witness the passion and pageantry of Fin de Fiesta Flamenco at Robo Lounge tomorrow
→ Made in Canada Deals of the Day: jewelry from Melanie Auld and womenswear at Province of Canada.
– Martha and Darren
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STATISTICS OTTAWA
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$5.1 million
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The selling price of the most expensive home sale in Ottawa this year. The 1937 six-bedroom, five-bathroom house on Manor Avenue was listed for $5,490,000 in April.
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Realtor Sezlik has posted a YouTube featuring the house.
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— Josh Pringle at CTV
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PONTIACOIS OF THE DAY
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Benjamin Segobaetso
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Segobaetso is the new managing editor of the Pontiac Journal, based in Mansfield and the only bilingual weekly newspaper around.
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The Carleton University PhD in Ethics and Public Affairs found himself in the region after falling in love and marrying a woman from Fort Coulonge after arriving in Canada from Botswana 23 years ago.
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We’ve proven that remote work works. We’ve proven that the work gets done at home. It’s not a productivity issue
– President of the Union of Taxation Employees, Adam Jackson, on the impasse over a new contract between Canada Revenue Agency employees and the Federal government.
— Matteo Cimellaro in the Ottawa Citizen
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SPORTS
⚾ FRONTIER Ottawa Titans vs Missippi Mud Monsters
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WHAT’S GOING ON AT CITY HALL
Planning and Housing Committee
Wednesday, August 18 at 9:30 am
- Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-Law Amendment – 1867 Alta Vista Drive
- Zoning By-law Amendment - 530 Brisebois Crescent and part of 265 Centrum Boulevard
- Zoning By-law Amendment and Official Plan Amendment for 250 Town Square Place
- Zoning By-law Amendment - Temporary Permissions for Supplemental Parking
Agenda
Whose flag is flying at City Hall today? None
City Hall flies the flag of embassies and high commissions on their national days.
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WHAT OTTAWA IS TALKING ABOUT
🚲 The City says 27 developments are affected by the ban on removing traffic lanes for bike lanes. The provincial government banned municipalities from removing car lanes for bike lanes last year, it was overturned in court soon after, but an appeal court agreed with the province the other day. The City says 20 of the developments will go ahead with minor changes but seven require significant changes. – Michael McBean in the Ottawa Citizen
🗳️ Jean-Guy Whiteduck has won reëlection as chief of Kitigan Zibi Anishinābeg. Whiteduck was elected in 2024 and previously served as chief 1976 to 2006 and 2015 to 2018. – CBC
🏈 In a sudden move, the president of the Ottawa RedBlacks is no longer in his post. The RedBlacks have not won a game this season in nine matches, and have lost 15 games in a row if you count last year. Adrian Sciarra, who was made president of the RedBlacks in 2023, will remain president of sister sports team the Ottawa 67s. – William Eltherington at CTV
In the Ottawa Citizen, Don Brennan says it isn’t accurate to say Sciarra was fired as team president, ‘If anything, he fired himself’.
🚨 Ottawa firefighters rescued a woman stuck waist-deep in a Kanata pond Sunday. The 27 year-old, who had a cell phone, was fishing in Rebecca Pond in the South March Highlands Conservation Forest when she fell in, sinking deeper each time she moved. Once rescued, she was able to get rinsed off by a hose on the firetruck. – Natasha O’Neill at CityNews
🗳️ Ottawa Civic Election
‘Reckless, modest or just right? Mayoral campaigns spar over Sutcliffe's transit plan’ – Arthur White-Crummey at CBC
‘Can any of our mayoral candidates talk like a normal person?’ – Brigitte Pellerin in the Ottawa Citizen
‘Only 1 candidate is registered to run for mayor, reeve in these 21 eastern Ontario municipalities’ – Josh Pringle at CV
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THE DAILY POLL
How do you feel about bike lanes?
Commentary
▪️ “I find it is a bit grungy and have heard of violence so not keen. But went to a great restaurant when friends reserved and loved the place : food and vibe : Ratatouille Bistro.”
▪️ “Every Saturday afternoon for a little walk and a coffee.”
▪️ “I find it no longer appealing or safe.”
▪️ “I have not been there since before COVID.”
▪️ “I get out walking quite a bit, and I love to walk down through the Byward Market to places beyond. I rarely buy anything, It’s not like it used to be where you could check out multiple vendors to pick your own produce. I do frequently dine there.”
▪️ “Although I try hard to go monthly the situation on the Nicholas St ramp into Ottawa is ridiculous- horrid road and needs some art to hide LRT.”
▪️ “I used to love going to the Byward Market. Nothing to draw me there anymore. Parking is a nightmare and expensive. LRT not dependable. No more Farmer’s Market. I used to bring out of town visitors there, not anymore. It’s a disgrace! What happened?”
▪️ “It was our preferred shopping place —often by bike — from our arrival in 1974 until at least 2004.”
▪️ “I admit I avoided the Market for years when I lived on the border of Centretown and the Glebe. Alas, I moved and am now in the Market several times a week.”
▪️ “Parking is crap, and the vendors are no longer market gardeners/farmers. Perhaps I am showing my age, but the restaurant/club vibe is not for me. Nor is being badgered for money by strangers.”
▪️ “I bring out-of-town friends to it for some reason, and I usually park near it when I have to go to the US Embassy. But I never go there for fun or whatever.”
▪️ “Not anymore since past 5 years. Access too complicated unless by foot. Parking rare and expensive.”
▪️ “The last time I went to that area it was about 15 years ago when they still had a real farmer’s market. But, given all the hassels to get there, panhandling and other issues, I have no plans to ever return – thank you very much!”
▪️ “I was in the Market area 4 years ago for a wedding. Prior to that over 15 years ago. When the market was a market!”
▪️ “Only during the day before the vampires come out!”
▪️ “I probably go a couple of times per year.”
▪️ “My European Deli is down there ... so usually once or twice a month ... go early get out fast.”
▪️ “I must say I love the Byward Market. It’s the only place in Ottawa where you can feel the city is alive. I must add that bylaws harassing customers and such short term parking (2 hours) makes me regret going there each time.”
▪️ “The Byward Market is absolutely filthy and an embarrassment to our city!”
▪️ “I like ByWard Market. Great places to eat.”
▪️ “The Byward Market needs some serious work in order to entice people to come. It could be a lively place for tourists and locals to enjoy but it is dead and a bit of an eyesore.”
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THE ROLLING THREE DAY CALENDAR
Is there an event we should know about?
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✳️ Means change from previous edition
TUESDAY
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🆓 Experience 19th Century Acadian Celtic music traditions of La Famille Leblanc as they play free concerts today through Thursday at National Arts Centre's Wood Terrace. (Downtown)
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Make new friends at The Robo Social Club. (The Glebe)
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Cirquonscient brings the Faerie Picnic PopUp to the trees in Strathcona Park. The hour long aerial and circus skills show is suitable for families. Bring a picnic blanket. (Sandy Hill)
Cinema
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ByTowne Cinema: Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma, The Invite
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Mayfair Theatre: Marty Oliver: Saved by the Beauty of the World, The Invite, Obsession
Gigs
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Dummy Pass, Monach, Pareidolia. Rainbow Bistro
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Letlive, Oxymorrons, F!TH. Overflow Brewing
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Seren Dube & Friends. Night Oat
WEDNESDAY
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Sink deep into nostalgia in several regions of the city tonight: First, grab your eyeliner for some of the 80s’ biggest alternative bands: China Crisis, Big Country, The Vapors, and Icicle Works play the Bronson Centre (Centretown). At LeBreton Flats, the Nostalgia Music Festival launches with Black Dog (who perform as Led Zeppelin) and Floydium (playing the music of Pink Floyd). (North of Centretown West). Or travel to Kanata for Deep Purple and special guests Kansas, at Canadian Tire Centre.
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The intimate Robo Lounge welcomes the passion and pageantry of Fin de Fiesta Flamenco.(The Glebe)
Cinema
Gigs
THURSDAY
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Can’t wait until the weekend to visit a farmers’ market? Head to the Ray Friel Recreation Complex parking lot in Orléans, where you’ll find more than 35 vendors waiting to help you.
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As Nostalgia Music Festival continues, you'll hear the music of Billy Joel (performed by Still Rock 'n Roll) and Elton John (as Classic Elton plays the hits).
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If you missed it last weekend you have another chance to experience Ottawa Greek Festival. The second weekend gets underway tonight for authentic cuisine, performances, and tonight, a Multicultural Night.
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Road trip: Spend the evening in Almonte where Hummingbird Chocolate will be holding a pairing event with Farmgate Cider. You’ll taste some fresh and complex flavours, get a free tour of the chocolate factory, and enjoy a less ordinary Thursday night.
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The Wallflowers will play History Ottawa’s very first gig tonight. (ByWard Market)
Here are some pictures and video of the new History Ottawa.
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🆓 The Fantastic Mr Fox screens at Lansdowne Movie Nights. Bring a picnic blanket or chair.
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🆓 View the exhibits at National Gallery of Canada, Canadian Museum of History, Canadian Museum of Nature, and Canadian War Museum for free every Thursday night.
Cinema
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ByTowne Cinema: Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma, The Invite
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Mayfair Theatre: Mary Oliver: Saved by the Beauty of the World, The Invite, Obsession
Gigs
JUST ANNOUNCED
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Hear Novelist, Essayist, Poet, and Playwright Joyce Carol Oates in person at National Arts Centre on Saturday November 14. (Downtown)
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Ottawa City Woodshed’s Fall course schedule has dropped. Is this the year you learn to make a stool or a mid century-inspired tripod table lamp, or simply equip yourself with woodshed basic skills?
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BUT, ONE MORE THING ...
But there are dark clouds gathering over our Charge owner. Walker is under investigation by American regulatory agencies over loans made by his companies Delaware Life Insurance Company and Clear Spring Life and Annuity.
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RAPID RESPONSE QUALITY CONTROL
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THE END
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THE OTTAWAN is written and edited every working weekday by Martha and Darren.
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