COVID-19 in Ottawa: Weekly roundup - Friday, May 29

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Here’s the City’s weekly roundup of information in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. You can also get daily City updates on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram:

Ottawa is getting ready to get back to work - find out how we're planning to support the local economy. Watch the virtual town hall on Ottawa’s economic recovery planning on the City’s YouTube channel. Council Update for Wednesday, May 27: Council received an update on the impact of COVID-19 on the local economy and the City’s economic recovery efforts. The City is following a phased approach to restart, reset and contribute to the resiliency of the local economy. Council approved changes to the Right of Way Patio By-law. Staff will update the Transportation Committee on Wednesday, June 3 about opportunities for patios and retail businesses on private property to expand into neighbouring parking lots, private property and the City’s right of way. The telephone media availability following Wednesday’s Council meeting can be found on the City’s YouTube channel. Don’t forget, you can watch live City Council or Committee meetings on the Ottawa City Council YouTube Channel. City Council meetings are also broadcast live on RogersTV Cable 22 and live streamed on the RogersTV website. The latest from Ottawa Public Health Any resident who feels they need a test, even without symptoms, can go for testing. Take care of your mental health. Should my employees be wearing masks? Ottawa COVID-19 Dashboard: A snapshot in time of the COVID-19 situation in Ottawa. Have questions about wearing cloth masks? Everything you need to know here. In case you missed it Keeping people in the loop about physical distancing – literally. Nine important tips on how to use parks safely. In this stage of the pandemic, one of our best lines of defence is practicing physical distancing. City helps residents to keep cool from the heat. AccessAbility Day was celebrated a bit differently this year. Ottawa’s spirit of giving is alive and well in the time of COVID-19. Raynor Boutet is part of the Human Needs Task Force the City created to coordinate community supports during the pandemic. Stay connected online with the City’s Recreation and Culture staff – Check out recreation, fitness, arts and culture offerings on Facebook and Instagram #MusuemMondays, #MotivationMondays, #ArtisiticTalentTuesdays #WellnessWednesdays and more.... Signs of hope: Ottawa window and sidewalk art Thanks for sharing your inspiring photos, we have added them to our website. Continue sharing your photos using #WeAreInThisTogether and #MyOttawa in your posts and tag us on Instagram (@cityofottawa) Facebook (@cityofottawa) or Twitter (@ottawacity)! Contact us For more information on City programs and services, visit ottawa.ca or call 3-1-1 (TTY: 613-580-2401). You can also connect with us through Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram

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