“Build it and they will come.” The famous line from Field of Dreams has been in my head these last couple of weeks, as I have seen all the amazing events that have been popping up in the new Uncommon Spaces off of Bank Street on Florence, Frank and MacLaren.
Seeing a newcomer experience their “firsts” in Ottawa is truly special. It has been my great honour to volunteer with refugees and asylum-seekers and get to see them during their first snowfall, their first Beavertail, their skate and their first-ever Pride parade.
Urban Planners often refer to the concept of “Third Spaces” – places outside of your home or office, where you can unwind and feel part of your community.
The Somerset West Community Health Centre has put together a new “Who To Call” list for residents. For a printable version of this list, click here.
I had to see it for myself to believe it. After a partial collapse and 17 years of neglect, construction is finally underway to restore Somerset House.
Spring has finally sprung, after nearly two weeks of dreary weather. This means community events have kicked into high gear, and I am seeing so many of you at festivals, AGMs, markets and fundraisers.