For the past 21 years, I have been honoured to host my annual International Women’s Day breakfast to celebrate and recognize the accomplishments and achievements of women across our city. It is an event that I always look forward to and one that means a great deal to me personally. As we draw closer to […]
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VLOG: Merry Christmas Gloucester-Southgate Ward
Wishing you and your family all the best in this holiday season!
333 Montreal Road: Why I voted ‘no’
On November 22, after more than 25 hours of debate and deliberation at Committee and Council, the majority of Council (16-7) voted in favour of amending the City’s Official Plan and Zoning Bylaw to allow a shelter component as part of the Salvation Army’s application for a 350 bed residential care facility to be located […]
Blog Post: Hard Rock Casino Ottawa using backdoor to increase gaming at RCR by 67%
I was extremely disappointed to learn that the Rideau Carleton Raceway, now operated by Hard Rock International, has submitted an application to the Committee of Adjustment to increase the allowed number of gaming tables by 67%, from 21 to 35. (Click here to read my previous blog post on RCR) As recently as September, Council […]
Thank you: Summer Kick-Off in Gloucester-Southgate Ward
On Tuesday July 11 and Thursday July 13, I hosted two fun-filled summer events to kick-off the holidays in Gloucester-Southgate Ward. I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who helped to celebrate the new play structure in Bruff Park as well as those who joined me at my first-ever Picnic in the […]
Happy Canada Day Ottawa!
What an exciting time to live in our nation’s capital. Whether you are planning to head to Parliament Hill or enjoying a local community event, remember to take a few moments to reflect on what it means to be Canadian and to celebrate our rich history. We are truly lucky to call Canada home. So enjoy […]