Events
Before &/or After School Programs at the Greely CC 11/1/2006
For all area schools, the Greely Community Center has Before and/or after School Programs. Before Care 7:30-9am, After Care 2:30-6pm. Call for Details 613-580-2424 ext 30235 Public Swimming Schedules 1/1/2007
For your convenience, pool locations have been divided into two categories; East and West. The dividing line follows the Rideau Canal and continues south along the Rideau River. The pools are listed alphabetically. More Details Nepean Sportsplex 1/1/2007
Featuring both indoor and outdoor recreation amenities,
The Nepean Sportsplex offers learn-to-swim, aquatic certification, aquafitness, and fitness programs including aerobics, indoor cycling, personal training and squash and a Seniors Centre. More Details City of Ottawa eMap 1/1/2007
The City of Ottawa is the fourth largest city in Canada with an area of 2,760 square kilometres. eMap can help you find your way around the city. Search by address, intersection, street segment or by facility. More Details Road Work and Street Closures 1/1/2007
More Details Service for Seniors 1/1/2007
Seniors play an important role in our community. As our population ages, the City is responding to the needs of seniors in many ways – Health, Leisure & Fitness, Transportation & Mobility , Safety, Housing , Seniors Advisory Committee & much more! More Details Recreation Programs 1/1/2007
The City of Ottawa offers a number of recreation programs. Many activities such as floral design classes, dog obedience training, cullnary workshops, fitness, skating and swimming are listed within the pages of this Web site.
More Details Riverside South Neighborhood Watch Program 4/2/2007
FREE! Download the registration form from link provided or pick one up at the Community Centre.The Neighborhood Watch Program is a community-driven crime prevention program supported by the Ottawa Police Service. More Details Greely Co-operative Playgroup 5/1/2007
Greely Co-operative Playgroup meets at the Greely Community Centre on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings from 9:00 to 11:00 am, September to June. Everybody welcome!
TREE Program 5/10/2007
Take part in the City of Ottawa’s commitment to plant 100,000 trees.
A four year initiative that aims to enhance the City of Ottawa’s urban and rural forests through the planting of 100,000 trees between 2007 and 2010. More Details O-Ya Highlights 5/31/2007
"Go Girls! Healthy Bodies, Healthy Minds". Go Girls! is an action packed program brought to us by Big Brothers Big Sisters. Ages 12-14 w/ information & skills necessary to implement a healthy & happy lifestyle. www.o-ya.ca More Details City of Ottawa New Local Calling Area 6/1/2007
Everyone within the City of Ottawa and surrounding areas will soon be able to call one another without incurring long distance charges. More Details High Speed Internet 6/4/2007
High Speed Internet
Barrett Xplornet and the City of Ottawa will be launching a new and improved High Speed Internet service to rural Ottawa this month.
The Lead Pipe Replacement Program 6/7/2007
More Details Moving Ottawa 6/7/2007
More Details Toll Free Calling - City Wide 6/18/2007
Effective June 18th we can now call toll free anywhere within the city of Ottawa or Gatineau. Finally!!! Strandherd Bridge Remains Years Away 7/1/2007
More Details The Greely Community Centre 7/1/2007
Check out new pre-school programs, children's cooking classes, babysitting courses, adult cooking classes & MORE!! www.ottawa.ca/recreation More Details Ottawa’s drinking water quality rated as exception 7/7/2007
The Ministry of the Environment (MOE) has rated the City of Ottawa’s drinking water as one of the safest in the world. More Details Riverside South Community Gets a New School 7/11/2007
More Details Greely Resources 8/1/2007
Check out the link for a Community Phone Directory and much more! More Details Youth Ultimate 8/1/2007
The Ottawa-Carleton Ultimate Association will be offering youth coached sessions for youth aged 8 to 12 and 13 to 17 in three locations across the city - east, west and central. For more information, check out the link. More Details Residential Indoor Water Efficiency Kits 8/1/2007
More Details New Idling Control By-law! 9/1/2007
The new by-law states that:
Vehicles are prohibited from idling more than three minutes in a given 60-minute period when the temperature is between 5°C and 27°C, including the humidex calculation and wind chill value. More Details Ottawa 67's Hockey 9/7/2007
More Details Bus Route Changes for Riverside South 9/17/2007
OC Transpo has increased public transit service to Riverside South and have also introduced a new Park'n'Ride at the Claudette Cain Park south parking lot. More Details FITNESS CLASS IN OSGOODE 9/18/2007
Runs every Tuesday and Thursday at 9:15 am and Saturdays at 7:45am at the Osgoode Karate Club facility. It is geared for any age and consists of both Cardio and Strength training. $8.00/class. Mary Blaney at (613) 826-3341 or by email at blaney@rogers.com Toilet Replacement Program 9/21/2007
The City's target, taking into consideration population growth, is to reduce maximum day production at the Lemieux and Britannia water purification plants by 25 per cent by the end of 2008, and by 50 per cent by the end of 2014. More Details WALKING CLUBS 10/1/2007
Greely (Mon & Weds 9:30 - 11 a.m., Oct to June, Greely Community Centre), Vernon (Mon & Thurs 9:30 - 11 a.m., Year Round, Vernon Community Centre), Osgoode (Mon - 9:30 - 11 a.m., Year Round, Osgoode Community Centre) DIABETES EDUCATION CLASSES 10/1/2007
Living with Type 2 diabetes? Learn how to take charge of your diabetes. To register, call the Community Diabetes Education Program at 613-233-6655 Ottawa Senators 10/3/2007
More Details Baby and Mom exercise 10/11/2007
Baby and Mom exercise
Join Jana for Baby and Mom exercise class Oct. 11, Wed. morning 10:00-11:00am in the council chambers.
Morning Break 10/17/2007
A Time for family members w/ Alzheimer's/dementia to meet & share. Township of Osgoode Home Support Program. 7650 Snake Island Rd. 3rd Wednesday of the Month. Oct 17, Nov 12, Dec 19 at 10:45 am - noon. 613-523-4004 for information More Details Nutrition Questions 10/23/2007
Oct 23. 9-11 am. Dave from Pubilc Health will answer nutrition questions you may have concerning your baby or toddler. 613-821-2899 or email liveandlearne@bellnet.ca for more information. "Ottawa Talks” - Planning for the Future 10/25/2007
What do you think about intensification? How should the City move forward with rapid transit? How can land-use planning address the challenges of climate change? How do answers to these and other questions change how our city grows in the future? More Details City seeks federal, provincial cash for bridge 10/25/2007
Ottawa city council decided Wednesday to request funding from both the provincial and federal governments for a potential Strandherd-Armstrong Bridge over the Rideau River and the completion of Terry Fox Drive. More Details Community Sports Club 11/17/2007
Greely Elementary School Sat Nov 17, Nov 24, Dec 8 for Registration Contact Christina Roche christina.roche@ottawa.ca Free Language Class 11/26/2007
Free language class for new immigrants to Barrhaven. Room 233 next to the Ruth E. Dichinson Library, Walter Baker Sports Centre. 11-2pm. Mon, Wed, Friday's Public Transit buses 170 & 173. For inquiries & registration 613-235-4875 x 126 Grocery Van for Seniors 11/26/2007
If you are a senior, or have a disability, Nepean Seniors Home Support offers transportation to Sobey's in Barrhaven on Thurs afternoons. A volunteer will assist you w/ your groceries. Round trip fee is $10. 613-829-1133 to book your seat & more info. Riverside South Parks Conditions Online 12/3/2007
The RSCA web site now provides you with a way to find out the latest conditions at the parks throughout the neighbourhood. Now check to see the contidions at the local outdoor skating rinks & toboggan hills with a simple click. More Details Bus Service to Downtown 12/10/2007
Keith Tierney provides comfortable daily bus service from Osgoode Village and locations along the way to the Transitway. Call Keith at 613-821-1006 for more Information Osgoode Township Male Choir 12/14/2007
Dec 14 @ 8pm. at the First Baptist Church. Tickets at the door $20.00 Children 10 and under FREE Provincial Funding Approved for Riverside School 1/7/2008
Students in the Ottawa area will benefit from a new school The government will provide $26.3 million to the Ottawa Catholic District School Board to expand capacity by 1,266 spaces for Grade 7 - 12 students in the Riverside South and Leitrim communities. More Details Real Estate in Canada 1/10/2008
CBC News Interactive explores Real Estate in Canada More Details Greely Coyote Issue 1/11/2008
Don't lve pets unattended or their food outside, keep them on a leash while walking, don't lve young children outside unattended, store garbage in enclosed area, Call 613-580-2490 to report sightings Osgoode Co-operative Nursery School 1/14/2008
Space still available. 2 or 3 half days per week for children 2 1/2 -4 years of age. For more information (school) 613-826-2528 or (registrar) 613-821-1051. Located at the O-Ya Centre. RSCA Now on Facebook 1/30/2008
Getting information about Riverside South Community Association activities is now even easier. The RSCA has create a group on Facebook where you can get information about upcoming events or discuss RSCA issues. More Details Osgoode Ladies Softball Association (rec league) 2/2/2008
Early registration before Feb 2nd @ the Osgoode Legion 7-9pm (70$). Late registration Osgoode Foodland, March 29 10-12 (90$). League is Wednesday nights starting in May. Information Jiame Hodges 613-826-6614 or email Sue osgoodeladiessoftball@hotmail.com Report on Parking Fee Changes Issued 2/2/2008
A report on parking fees was issued to the Transportation Committee today, providing information on plans for implementation, public input received and the financial implications of the changes to the City’s on-street paid parking program. More Details Greely Gardeners Group 2/7/2008
7 pm. Greely Community Centre. "Growing fruit & vegetables in your garden" Admission free to members. $2 for non-members. Included refreshments. For information call 613-821-1847 More Details Ottawa on the Move to Work 2/13/2008
Feb 13, 2008 - National Arts Centre, Fountain Room
8 a.m.- Registration
8:30 a.m. to noon - Workshop
Noon- Lunch
1 p.m. - Optional afternoon walking tour of workplaces promoting sustainable transportation More Details Yoga in Barrhaven 2/25/2008
Tone your body, energize your mind and nurture your spirit. Private and group classes for all levels of ability. Quality instruction at afforadable prices. Contact Eryn 613-724-YOGA or email eryn@advaita-yoga.com Neighbourhood Watch Meeting 2/27/2008
Feb 27th @ 7:30 at the Greely Community Centre. A Neighbourhood Watch meeting for the Shadow Ridge area. Nominate that special volunteer or group for... 2/27/2008
It’s time to stop and say thank you to that special volunteer who has touched your life in your community. So take a few minutes to nominate that special person or organization for a City of Ottawa Civic Appreciation Award. More Details The University Women's club of Nepean 3/4/2008
The University Women's club of Nepean invites any interested women to their next meeting on Tuesday March 4 at the Nepean Museum - 16 Rowley Ave at 7:30 pm. For further information pls call 613-843-8040 FLASHING GREEN LIGHTS 3/12/2008
Flashing Green Lights. Please, if you do see a flashing green light pull over. Volunteer firefighteres are on their way to help protect our Community. Rural Areas to be taxed for operating... 3/19/2008
Rural Areas to be taxed for operating Park and Ride lots. More Details New Rideau Valley Conservation Centre Opens 3/24/2008
The new Conservation Centre is located at the corner of Prince of Wales Drive and Rideau Valley Drive in Manotick. Housing starts dip, but still sturdy in March 4/8/2008
Click the link below to read the article from April 8th's Ottawa Citizen about the current Housing Market. More Details Metcalfe Live & Learn Workshop 4/16/2008
First Words Workshop: First Words Preschool Speech & Language Program valuable service. April 16th. 6-8pm. Cost FREE. Call to register 613-821-2899 Metcalfe Co-op Nursery School Registration 4/16/2008
Sign up your toddler or pre-schooler for the 2008-2009 school year at the Metcalfe Co-operative Nursery School April 16th and save 15% on Septembers tuition! 613-821-3196 or visit: www. mcnskids.org Ball diamonds to open May 1 5/1/2008
City of Ottawa ball diamonds will now be open for use May 1 thanks to the efforts of the City's Surface Operations crews. Ball diamonds were originally slated to open on Monday, May 12 but crews have made every effort to get the diamonds ready sooner. More Details Metcalfe Famers Market 5/3/2008
Free Parking, Free Admission! Opens May 3rd. 8am till Noon. More Details SUMMER EMPLOYMENT JOB FAIR 5/9/2008
For Youths 16 to 30 years old
Friday, May 9, 2008
2 to 6 p.m.
Jim Durrell Complex
1265 Walkley Road
Bring lots of resumés!!! More Details Greely Community Association General Meetings 5/21/2008
Every Second Wednesday of every Month
At the Greely Community Centre, 7:00pm (Except July & August) GCA More Details Ottawa Summer Camps 6/2/2008
Check out the link for a list of a variety of Summer Camps offered in the Ottawa Area. More Details Carp River Restoration Plan 6/4/2008
The City of Ottawa is initiating a Third Party Review of the Carp River Restoration Plan in response to concerns raised following an audit of the project. More Details Water Quality at Ottawa Beaches 6/4/2008
The City of Ottawa has 4 supervised beaches. The beaches are located along the Ottawa & Rideau rivers & are in operation from June 21 to August 24, 2008. Lifeguards are on duty from noon to 7 p.m. every day. More Details Summer Swim Camp & Play at O-So-Goode Home 6/11/2008
O-SO-GOODE HOME DAY-CARE has openings for a fun-filled summer of swimming,arts,crafts,& play. Come for a week or come for the summer!more information call Shawna Norwood at (613) 826-3222. Summer Fun for Youth 6/11/2008
Looking for a summer activity for your child that is stimulating and fun? Metcalfe Cooperative Nursery School is having, once again, its annual summer camp program! Open the link for more information!! More Details Home Support Needs Your Support 6/16/2008
Learn what Home Support offers in our community. The Annual General Meeting will be held on June 16th at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Metcalfe. Comprehensive Zoning By-law 6/25/2008
Council approved the new Comprehensive Zoning By-law, which harmonizes the existing 36 zoning by-laws from the former municipalities into one by-law. More Details Summer schedule 7/16/2008
All outreach locations (Kenmore, Osgoode) are closed for the summer. Our Metcalfe location is as follows: Closed week of June 30, July 7. Open Tues., Wed., Thurs. weeks of Jul. 14, 21, 28, Aug. 4. Closed week of Aug. 11, 18, 25. Osgoode Ward Volunteer Appreciation Awards 7/16/2008
The 12th Annual Community Volunteer Appreciation Awards, 4 Award categories: H.R Dick McLaughlin Seniors Award Community Volunteer Award Youth Volunteer Award Kay Johnston Volunteer Award Florence. E-mail Moffatt@ottawa.ca Aug 8th Country Music Festival 7/25/2008
Held at the Greely Legion on Mitch Owens Road. The concerts begin at: July 25th - 8:00 pm, July 26th -_ 2:00 pm and July 27th at 12:00 noon. For more information contact Gail Burgess at 613-821-4409 Live and Learn Events 7/30/2008
All outreach locations (Kenmore, Osgoode) are closed for the summer. Our Metcalfe location is as follows: Open Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday - Weeks of July 28th , August 4th . Closed weeks of August 11th, 18th, 25th. Design Lansdowne 7/30/2008
The City of Ottawa has launched “Design Lansdowne”, a design competition that will create a bold, new vision for the 40-acre site adjacent to the historic Rideau Canal. More Details Playgroups in the Park 7/30/2008
July 30th Kenmore Park
August 6th Vernon Park
August 13th Greely West Park
August 20th Rowan Park, Metcalfe. Ottawa Beaches Daily Updates 8/1/2008
Please note that daily swimming advisories are updated late morning. Website updates may take longer, so if you’re getting ready to go to the beach, please call the Beach Information Line at 613-580-6744, ext. 13219 to receive the most current info. More Details 2008 Fire Hydrant Testing Schedule 8/1/2008
2008 Fire Hydrant Testing Schedule; Neighbourhoods, and Dates. More Details CARNIVAL LUNE BLEUE 8/1/2008
More Details Osgoode / Rideau Backyard Swim Program 8/5/2008
City of Ottawa swimming lessons will be offered in Greely from August 5th until the 15th. Small ratio classes provide an excellent opportunity for your child to learn to swim in a private residential pool. More Details City Council Approves New Transit Vision 8/6/2008
On May 28, 2008, City Council took a final – and historic – step towards developing a new transit vision for the City of Ottawa by approving a Recommended Rapid Transit Network. Check out the link for more details, and information. More Details Your Guide to What's Happening! 8/6/2008
Your guide to what’s happening in the Ottawa-Gatineau region. Online events calendar celebrates the wide range of activities in our region. You’ll be able to find events for all ages and interests taking place across the region’s diverse communities. More Details Well Water Testing 8/7/2008
If you missed the recent spring well water collection testing, water samples can be dropped off any Thursday at the Metcalfe Public Library, 8th Line Road, 11:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m.; or at the North Gower Client Service Centre 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m 18th Annual Family Ball Tournament 8/8/2008
18th Annual Family Ball Tournament. Osgoode Community Centre, 5660 Osgoode Main Street
August 8th 6:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. August 9th 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 a.m Metcalfe Skating Club Fundraiser 8/9/2008
Aug. 9th at the Farmer's Market.Metcalfe Skating Club is having fundraiser along w/ early skating registration for 08-09 season. Other registration dates Aug28th 5:30- 7:30 pm Fred Barrett Arena Sept 18th 5:30 - 7:30 pm Fred Barrett Arena Curling Club Fall 2008 / Winter 2009 Recreation Guide 8/12/2008
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Registration for aquatic programs begins August 12.
All other programs (including day camps) begin August 14 More Details 2008 Ontario Summer Games 8/13/2008
Please contact your PSO for information on how to become a participant in the games, or how to register yourself as an individual or a team. More Details One-day depot for household hazardous waste 8/16/2008
The City of Ottawa is hosting a one-day household hazardous waste collection depot from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, August 16 at Drain-All Ltd., 2705 Stevenage Drive (between Hawthorne Road and Russell Road, south of Walkley Road). More Details

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