Author: Kathy Krywicki

  • Your Voice, Your Community Survey is Open!

    Last chance to have your say —  have you filled out your survey? Survey closes Tuesday, October 13, 2026, make sure your voice is heard. To help guide our planning and priorities, the Ottawa South Community Association is inviting residents to share their perspectives through this short community survey. Your feedback will help OSCA better understand community needs and priorities across several areas, including the key pillars of OSCA’s work: The survey takes approximately five…

  • Ottawa 200 Day and the Ottawa 200 Block Party

    Party like it’s 1826! On Saturday, September 26, 2026 the city will celebrate Ottawa 200. Here’s a summary of the schedule for Ottawa’s 200th birthday party at Ottawa City Hall. It all begins at 10 am with the opening of the Family Fun and Interactive Art Zones.  These sections of the block party will be open all day, from 10 am to 10 pm. Visitors of all ages can enjoy: You don’t want to…

  • A Snapshot of Ottawa South in 1920

    On Saturday, September 11th 1920, the Ottawa Journal published a full page feature about the neighbourhood of Ottawa South, describing the area accompanied by advertisements from many of the local businesses. Here’s how the neighbourhood was described in 1920. See how Ottawa South of old compares to Old Ottawa South of today. Ottawa South – A District of Cozy Homes and Fine Stores Almost as breezy as a lakeside resort is Ottawa South in…

  • Seniors Active Living Fair

    The Abbotsford Seniors Centre at 950 Bank Street is hosting a Senior Active Living Fair on Friday, September 4, 2026, from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm. You can join the fun and informative day of demonstrations, classes, and presentations. There will also be a trade fair with businesses and organizations that focus on health and active living. Registration begins August 14, 2026. Members may register at myactivecenter.com. Non-Members can call (613) 230-5730 to register….

  • Mayoral Candidate Forum

    Join CAFES (Community Action for Environmental Sustainability) for an evening of conversation, connection, and community as the mayoral candidates come together to hear directly from residents. Ottawa’s future is being shaped now, and we want to hear what you think. Join us for a Mayoral Candidate Forum & Meet and Greet, where you will have the opportunity to meet the candidates running to lead our city, hear what they have to say, and ask…

  • Welcome to Brewer Pond

    Check out the new interpretive panels recently installed around the perimeter of Brewer Pond. The signs acknowledge the role of Old Ottawa South Community Association volunteers in rehabilitating and maintaining this local jewel. And linger awhile to enjoy the sights and sounds of nature.

  • Ottawa 200 Block Party Anniversary Celebration

    The countdown is on for the Ottawa 200 Block Party on Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Marion Dewar Plaza. The City of Ottawa has released the official lineup for the big day celebrating Ottawa’s 200th anniversary. Leading the celebration will be comedian Jonathan Dion, serving as master of ceremonies for a day packed with live and cultural performances, food, art, history, games and trivia. The party starts at 10 am and continues well past sundown.  In…

  • 529 Garage

    529 Garage is a community-driven bike registration and theft recovery service, which is officially sponsored by the Ottawa Police Service. It allows cyclists to register serial numbers, alert local networks when a bike goes missing, and helps police return recovered property. Check out project529.com for more info and to register your bike for free.

  • Road Closures at Hopewell School

    On July 15, 2026, Ottawa City Council carried a motion to move forward with a pilot of its ‘School Streets’ initiative for the upcoming school year. This will close off streets outside of three Ottawa elementary schools during pick-up and drop-off times, including at Hopewell Public School. Hopewell Avenue between Grosvenor Avenue and Bank Street will close at peak times this fall as part of the School Streets initiative with EnviroCentre Ottawa. The pilot…

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