Gatineau Post

08/26/2026

Bridge closure in the Ottawa-Gatineau area ‼️

The Chaudière Crossing will be fully closed to motorists to accommodate rehabilitation work on Friday, August 28, from 12 am to 4 am.

The crossing will remain open to pedestrians.

More information: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/08/overnight-closure-of-chaudiere-crossing-to-motorists.html?hsid=f3685238-8b01-4cdc-976d-efa60873f67e&utm_medium=smo&utm_source=fb&hssn=facebook&hssp=public%20services%20and%20procurement%20canada&utm_content=corporate-en&utm_campaign=publicnotice-pspc-spac

City of Ottawa Ville de Gatineau

06/04/2026

Summer’s coming to Ottawa — and so is the East Wharf dock! 🏖️ Newly added to the downtown waterfront, the East Wharf dock will make swimming and beach days easier and more enjoyable for locals and visitors. Read about what to expect, where it fits in the area’s network of beaches, and why it’s worth a visit. Full post: https://wix.to/Ht4FG3n

Summer is just around the corner, and with it comes the perfect opportunity to enjoy Ottawa’s beautiful waterfront. One of the most anticipated updates this season is the opening of the East Wharf dock, a new addition that promises to enhance the beach experience for locals and visitors alike. Thi...

06/04/2026

Summer’s coming and so is the new East Wharf dock — a dreamy spot for swimming, soaking up waterfront views, and exploring Ottawa’s beach network. Read the full post to learn what the dock offers, how it fits into the Ottawa–Gatineau swim scene, and why it should be on your summer list: https://wix.to/I5irNm4

05/25/2026

Canada and Quebec are partnering to invest $163.5M to plan an electric transit link between Gatineau and Ottawa — a major step toward cleaner, more connected commuting and supporting housing densification. Read the full update: https://wix.to/9VtdDXQ

What would improved transit mean for your daily commute? Share your thoughts below.

Canada and Quebec are investing $163.5M to plan an electric transit link between Gatineau and Ottawa, aiming to improve mobility and support housing densification.

05/25/2026

Ottawa–Gatineau’s LRT is on ice — what now? Explore realistic alternatives, short‑ and long‑term solutions, and what residents can expect next in our latest analysis. Read more: https://wix.to/oxfNL54

The Ottawa Gatineau region has long awaited a modern, efficient transit system to ease traffic congestion and connect communities. The Light Rail Transit (LRT) project promised to be a major step forward. Yet, with the LRT now on ice, residents and planners face a critical question: what comes next....

05/25/2026

Ottawa’s Tulip Festival turns Dows Lake into a sea of colour — over 300,000 tulips, free admission, family activities and live entertainment. Perfect for a spring day out! 🌷✨ Read more: https://wix.to/Iy5IHkH

Ottawa’s annual Tulip Festival turns Dows Lake into a sea of colour with over 300,000 tulips, free admission, family activities and live entertainment.

05/25/2026

Ottawa Ribfest is back on Sparks Street May 27–31 — smoke, sauce, live music and downtown vibes. Bring friends, come hungry, and enjoy ribs, chicken, patios and more. Who’s coming this year? 🍖🎶

Read more: https://wix.to/x9WcAUb

Ottawa Ribfest returns to Sparks Street May 27–31, serving up ribs, chicken and smoky BBQ along with live music, patios and downtown energy.

05/25/2026

Heads up, Ottawa drivers: The Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend will close Alexandra Bridge and Chaudière Crossing to vehicles on May 24 to make way for thousands of runners. Plan alternate routes, consider public transit, and come out to cheer safely from other bridges or sidewalks. Read more for route details: https://wix.to/txt2kU8

The Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend will close the Alexandra Bridge and Chaudière Crossing to vehicles on May 24 to accommodate thousands of runners. Drivers should plan alternate routes and cheer participants while using other bridges or public transit.