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Neighbourhood News:

Extra Extra! Read All About It - Spring Newsletter 

2 Minute CHNA Envio Survey - Have Your Say!

Feeling overwhelmed by the complexity of current environmental issues? Let’s focus on our own backyards.​ Please help CHNA’s environment committee focus on projects that matter to you by completing a 2 minute survey:  https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/H69X8WZ

Cameron Christina Honoured by the Quebec Government!

The CHNA congratulates one of our members, Christina Cameron who has recently been awarded the Government of Quebec's highest recognition, the Prix du Quebec.  The Gerard-Morisset award for 2018 was awarded to Christina in honour of her work in heritage.  Learn more about her award by following the link in the heading.

Keith Hobbs - 2018 CHNA Volunteer of the Year 

Keith Hobbs has been announced as the recipient of the 2018 Volunteer of the Year award.  More info can be found following the link in the heading.  Keith will receive a plaque at our spring AGM!   

Harmer Pedestrian Bridge Detour REVERSAL!

CHNA actively opposed the last minute switch from segregated bike lanes to painted sharrows and on-sidewalk cycling during the 2 yr Holland Pedestrian Bridge detour.  The city listened to CHNA and our partners and while we were not able to return to the originally agreed to plan,  the city did implement an improved detour featuring bike lanes.  

Heart Institute Expansion UPDATE

Construction on the Life Support Tower has come to a close..but work has begun on an improved Lobby, rework the original building basement level, and to relocate the ambulance entrance.  More details HERE

City of Ottawa’s Heritage Inventory Project

Click to learn more on what this means for you...  If your home was selected for inclusion on the Register..you will get a letter the week of April 3rd.

Hospital Matters - Smoke Free Ontario Act

The Smoke Free Ontario Act requires the hospital to be completely smoke free by Jan. 2018.  Read about the implications to nearby residents HERE.  Let us know if you run into issues.

Transportation News
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Other Planning and Development News
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Updates from our Safety Committee:

NeighbourHood Watch Bulletins - Follow this link to read

​March 4th - Neighbourhood Watch Bulletin

Recent Scams - Follow this link

CAR BREAK-INS ARE BACK!


In March we saw a rash of car and garage break-ins on Hutchison Ave.  The Ottawa Police Service would like to remind the public that, with spring just around the corner, so is the risk of theft from vehicles. Residents are reminded to remove anything of value from their vehicle.  

Thieves typically look for an unlocked vehicle, and once they gain entry, they go through the entire car, including the trunk,” said Cst. Stephanie Lemieux, Centretown Community Police Officer.  “It isn’t enough to hide items in the console or under the car seats because the thieves are just that thorough.” 
In the event you notice someone acting suspicious around parked vehicles or if you see someone trying car doors – please call police and report it. Make the right call. “Even if your car is broken into and nothing is taken, it still needs to be reported to police."

 
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OTTAWA POLICE CRIME ALERT.    B&E's in our area are on the rise.  Homes, cars, and backyard sheds are targeted  Be aware and  ensure your home looks lived in and sheds, garages and cars are locked;  thieves take advantage of any opportunity to steal.  Also,  PLEASE report all incidents to police, even if nothing was stolen in the end or the car/shed was unlocked.  Without your report, police cannot track patterns and assign resources to prevent future break ins.

Note: The Ottawa Police have changed the way they deliver services. Read more here.
Current Scams. Fake sites for drivers tests, slashed tires and offers of "help", emails from CHNA execs asking you for MONEY!; CRA - false calls of tax fraud & $$ owed; Ontario Energy Group asks to "inspect" your AC/Furnace;  Canadian Cancer Society -  does not solicit over the phone;  Ottawa Police - not calling for donations and Irish Low Paving Price - it really is too good to be true.
  • TIPS on how to approach charities and more can be found on our Fraudulent Activity Page.    Remember, question everything.  If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.
Wonder who to call?  Click on our handy reference list of numbers for the police and the City of Ottawa. 

Read the latest Ottawa police report HERE.

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