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The National Capital Commission is in the final stages of developing a plan for Sir George-Étienne Cartier Park, and it wants your input.

The new developments will be pathways, trails, national cultural institutions, and green spaces along a 13-kilometre stretch of federal lands along the Ottawa River, from Rideau Hall to the end of the parkway at St Joseph Boulevard.

You can read about the plan here, and answer the Commission’s survey here.

Have a great weekend everyone. Between the Open House Ottawa, the Red Trillium Studio tour, or Dr. Bob’s Wrestling Flea Market, you have no excuse at all to hide away at home.

– Martha and Darren

Ottawan of the Day

• Sharon DeSousa
• – DeSousa has just been elected as the new national president of the Public Service Alliance of Canada. Her priority: ‘I want to create a new frontier of remote work and that’s something that our members want to see’. (Ian Bailey in the Globe & Mail) 

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• Kanata keeps building and building. There is nowhere for the wildlife to go anymore

• – Kanata resident Tara Cawley who saw a baby moose roaming around the Beaverbook neighbourhood this morning. Ottawa Bylaw says if you see the loose moose, call 613 236 1222 as the department is trying to relocate the animal to a less stripmall-y location. (Toula Mazloum at CTV)

Sports

• ⚾ FRONTIER Ottawa Titans 4 – Tri City ValleyCats 8 yesterday

CITY HALL AGENDA

WHAT OTTAWA IS TALKING ABOUT

🔥 Ottawa Fire Service 

•  The Ottawa Fire Service has barred horseplay and ‘physical interactions’ in its stations. Long a part of firefighter culture, rookies ‘jostle’ for the right to do menial tasks like washing dishes. The new rules advise ‘suggesting rotations, rolling dice or cutting a deck of cards’. The directive came six months after criminal charges were laid against two senior firefighters over an alleged assualt of a rookie. That case is currently being tried. (Alistair Steele at CBC)

🏠 Coöperative Housing

•  A 16 year resident is being evicted from Co-op Voisins, in part, she says, because she went public about its goverance troubles. The coöp has made a list of incidents involving the woman, including alleged verbal abuse against members and failing to exercise control of her chihuahua. One incident said she ‘engaged in interviews with the Ottawa Citizen, disseminating misinformation that resulted in detriment to the reputation of the co-operative’. (Andrew Duffy in the Ottawa Citizen)

🧭 New Zoning Law

•  The City has created an interactive online map to show the proposed zoning changes across Ottawa. The map shows the City as it is today – May 31 – and how the zones would change under the new law. It’s just a map – not a three dimensional rendering, although that is promised for the future – but it is helpful. Of note, there is no way to access the map from the Engage Ottawa page, the ottawan pulled its collective hair out trying to find it, but eventually found it. (Blair Crawford in the Ottawa Citizen) (The Interactive Map)

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Today

•  The Ottawa Chinatown Night Market is a celebration of Chinese food, culture, and community (May 31 - June 2). The food is the star, but you’ll also find artisans and performers as you wander the route (Chinatown between Bronson and Bell St. N).

•  Dogs are welcome at Bark in the Park: an Ottawa Titans game where your fur friend won't be turned away at the gate. Sponsored by Stray Dog Brewing Company.

•  🆓 Celebrate Summer Fair’s list of free activities is long: karaoke, live music, hot dog lunch. You’ll only pay for access to the paid ride zone ($25 for those aged three and up). Today and tomorrow at 2020 Ogilvie Road, K1J 7N8.

•  🆓 Launched in 1971, the Blackburn FunFair (today through Sunday June 2) always draws fun lovers from the area and beyond with its with field races, magic show, movie night, pancake breakfast, and other wholesome activities. But it’s the words “toilet bowl toss” (Saturday at 11:00 am) that intrigue the ottawan the most. This sounds like a FunFair that will attract even those who think they don’t like fun fairs. 190 Glen Park Dr K1B 5A3

•  🆓 Manotick Village celebrates its history this weekend with Dickinson Days, a series of events marking the birth of village founder Moss Kent Dickinson. Come for the pancake breakfast and parade, and stay for the fireworks. Until Sunday.

•  Find yoga and fitness events inside Aberdeen Pavilion and eight other sites across Lansdowne Park at City of OM. Today and and Saturday June 1.

•  ByTowne Cinema: La passion de Dodin Bouffant (The Taste of Things), La chimera, The Great Escaper, Drunken Cinema: The Mummy.

•  Mayfair Theatre: Anselm Civil War, The Rocky Horror Picture Show

  Gigs

•  The Barn Burners (night one). Hear and Crown ByWard Market

•  Nate Silva album release. Overflow Brewing

•  Hops & Heels drag night. Beyond the Pale

•  Beats n’ Keys. Montgomery Scotch Lounge

•  Fever Pitch Hot Jazz. Art House Café

•  Bassett and the Hound. Southside Tap & Grill

Tomorrow

•  Go Dutch Bikes visits Arlington Five from Toronto a one day pop-up. Test ride a Dutch bike and enjoy some amazing coffee. 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at 5 Arlington Ave, K2P 1C1.

•  🆓 Arts Court presents a series of art activities at Ottawa Art Gallery from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Take inspiration from Henri Masson’s Evening, Bic, Quebec (which is on display at the OAG) and decorate a mini house; check out the Open Art Market with crafts and artwork by local artists and makers; immerse yourself in the piano and percussion sounds of the SHHH! Ensemble.

•  Road trip: Mark the start of Pride Month at Mississippi Mills Textile Museum in Almonte, for the official Pride Flag raising (1:00 pm at 3 Rosamond St E, Almonte, ON K0A 1A0). Next, drive the Lanark County Wide Pride Parade, from Almonte through Carleton Place (Sinclair Square), Smiths Falls (Town Square), and finally Perth's Stewart School.

•  Road Trip: Take the short drive to Arnprior for The Vintage Crate’s Second Annual Summer Vendor Event, where you’ll find art, crafts, jewellery, and home decor.

•  🆓 St. Mary’s Catholic Church turns into The Big Give on the first Saturday in June. Bring the kids for free bouncy castle action, a BBQ, a garage sale, and more. 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at 100 Young St. K1Y 3P7

•  Three businesses on Elgin St. are holding a their annual Sidewalk Sale Saturday June 1. Save big at Pot & Pantry, The Gifted Type, and Boogie & Birdie.

•  🆓 Doors Open Ottawa weekend turns 22 this year and the heritage and architecture event is as popular as ever. Wandering the city’s finest and most intriguing buildings never gets old, nor does getting to meet the organisations housed inside. Whether the buildings are contemporary, were built in the 19th century, or an era in between, these structures have stories to tell. Visits are available in person or online.

•  🆓 If wrestling is your life, you need to bring your babyface to Dr. Bob’s Wrestling Flea Market at Beyond the Pale. The memorabilia and merch is available starting at 2:00 pm. 250 City Centre Ave, Unit 108. K1R 6K7

•  🆓 Ottawa Music Industry Coalition unveiled City Sounds Live 2024, the fourth edition of the family-friendly music performances happening across Ottawa this June through September. Today’s launch event at Art Court’s Club SAW will coincide with Doors Open Ottawa, and as you explore the building and meet the arts organisations that call Arts Court home, enjoy the City Sounds live bands and DJs from noon to 4:00 pm. Food and drink will be available for purchase but the concert is entirely free.

•  🆓 It’s the Annual Spring Market edition of Cumberland Farmers’ Market. Today’s lineup includes vendors selling plants and seedlings for your garden, but you’ll also find fresh seasonal produce, decor and crafts. 1115 Chemin Dunning, Ottawa, ON K4C 1P6

•  🆓 Launched in 1971, the Blackburn FunFair (today through Sunday June 2) always draws fun lovers from the area and beyond with its with field races, magic show, movie night, pancake breakfast, and other wholesome activities. But it’s the words “toilet bowl toss” (today at 11:00 am) that intrigue the Ottawan the most. This sounds like a FunFair that will attract even those who think they don’t like fun fairs. 190 Glen Park Dr K1B 5A3

•  If you think quilting is an old fashioned past time, you haven’t met any Ottawa Modern Quilt Guild members. They’re holding a Show to celebrate their 10 years of existence on Sunday June 2 at which you can view some pretty cool quilts, ask questions and become truly inspired. To get early access to the show, buy tickets to tonight’s Opening Gala.

•  🆓 Red Trillium Studio Tour is a chance to meet artists where they are: in their own studios. You’ll also visit some lovely countryside as most of the studios are located in rural locations around West Ottawa. Today and tomorrow.

•  Will Ottawa win ParticipAction’s Community Challenge for the title of Canada’s Most Active Community? Get involved from June 1 to 30 and our city could win $100K for local sport and physical activity programs. Sign up your company, or yourself and get moving.

•  🆓 We’re late to this party but Ottawa Free Fitness lists activities that you can enjoy for free or at low cost. They cover everything from yoga to runs and hiking to cycling, and their list is constantly updated.

•  🆓 Chest Bon Ottawa is opening its doors for baking demos. 200 Dalhousie St. K1N 7C8

•  🆓 The Ottawa Chinatown Night Market continues. (Chinatown between Bronson and Bell St. N).

•  🆓 Dickinson Days continues in the village of Manotick.

•  Find yoga and fitness events inside Aberdeen Pavilion and eight other sites across Lansdowne Park at City of OM. Today and and Saturday June 1.

•  Video Game Mansion’s new location in Chesterville officially opens at 9:00 am. 31 Main St N, North Dundas, ON K0C, Canada

•  ByTowne Cinema: The Movie Man with Director Q&A, Return to Reason: Four Films by Man Ray, The Great Escaper, Spirited Away (subtitled)

•  Mayfair Theatre: Civil War, Late Night with the Devil

Gird your treasure-hunting loins for battle, because it’s another big weekend for Community Garage Sales:

•  Ottawa Geek Garage sale. Geeks know that's all we need to say. 758 Percifor Way, Orléans, K1W 0E6
   
•  More than 60 homes and businesses will be taking part in the Greely Community Sale.
   
•  Manor Park Garage Sale isn’t just limited to the neighbourhood East of Rockcliffe Park. Surrounding areas are also getting involved in the community event, with food and drink available for purchase at the Manor Park Community Centre. 8:00 am to noon, rain or shine.
   
•  The Kitchissippi Community Yard sale (8:00 am to 1:00 pm or later) encompasses Champlain Park, the Civic Hospital area, Hampton-Iona, Hintonburg, Island Park, McKellar Park, Mechanicsville, Wellington Village, and Westboro Beach. When you get tired of the perusing the treasures, there are myriad eating and drinking locations to build you back up. Rain date: tomorrow (Sunday June 2).
   
•  Check out the list of more than 200 participating homes and businesses in the Riverside South Community Garage Sale.

   

  Gigs
   
•  The Barn Burners (night two). Hear and Crown ByWard Market
   
•  School House, Hannah Vig. SAW Centre
   
•  Boston Levi, Bleeker. Overflow Brewing
   
•  Live Music Saturday: Cargo Cult. Broadhead Brewery
   
•  Good2go. Atomic Rooster
   
•  Good Kid. Bronson Centre
   
•  Atomic Love Bomb. Irene’s Pub Restaurant

Sunday

•  🆓 It’s free Coaching Sunday at the Ottawa Table Tennis Club, but you’ve got to register for one of the places. 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm at 18 Louisa St K1R 6Y6

•  Capital Pride is raising money for Capital Rainbow Refuge at Sunday’s Soccer for Everyone Pride Game at the Ottawa Atletico v Halifax Wanderers FC match. Be sure to use the link to book your tickets.

•  🆓 Bingo at Beyond the Pale is free to play, and you just might win a cool prize. The fun starts at 1:00 pm. 250 City Centre Av. Unit 108. K1R 6K7 Book your place at reservations@btpbeer.com

•  When you get tired from all the salsa dancing at Fiesta Cabana, catch your second wind with cocktails and food. Horticulture Building, Lansdowne Park, 1525 Princess Patricia Way K1S 5J3. 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm. $25 per person.

•  It's only a few weeks old but Greely Good market is already a big deal, with its reused shipping containers and tents housing cool vendors, the live entertainment, and locally sourced refreshments. This Sunday June 2: Singer songwriter Kristine St Pierre performs from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm

•  Stittsville Market @TheBarn offers locally sourced produce, meat, and baked goods, as well as artisan goods. 9:00 am to 1:00 pm at 6154 Abbott St E. Stittsville K2S 1V2

•  🆓 I Heart Barrhaven Market combines a farmers market, a craft market, and an art market, and it’s pet friendly. Nepean Woods Station.

•  Dickinson Days continues in the village of Manotick.

•  🆓 Red Trillium Studio Tour is a chance to meet artists where they are: in their own studios. You’ll also visit some lovely countryside as most of the studios are located in rural locations around West Ottawa.

•  🆓 The Ottawa Chinatown Night Market continues. (Chinatown between Bronson and Bell St. N).

•  🆓 Blackburn FunFair continues today. 190 Glen Park Dr K1B 5A3

•  ByTowne Cinema: Spirited Away (English dubbed), The Great Escaper, Evil Does Not Exist, Dune: Part Two.

•  Mayfair Theatre: The Promised Land, Wicked Little Letters, Love Lies Bleeding

  Gigs

•  Mod Nite: 1980s Rock & Soul Dance Party. LIVE on Elgin

•  Hot Mic Comedy. Café Dekcuf

•  Open Mic Sundays. Brew Revolution

•  Sunday Night Revue. Irene’s Pub Restaurant

•  Sorry Snowman, ACUA. LIVE on Elgin

Monday

• 100 Women Who Care are meeting up at Milestones, 325 Marché Way at Lansdowne Park, to hear presentations from charities Ten Oaks Project, Kids Up Front, and Deaf Blind. Networking starts at 5:00 pm with the event getting underway at 6:00 pm.

• On Thursday June 6 it will be 80 years since Canadian, British, American and Free French forces landed in Normandy, marking the beginning of the end of the Second World War. Today, exhibition Invasion! - Canadians and the Battle of Normandy, 1944, opens in the Canadian War Museum Lobby, and runs until November 12, 2024.

• Stephen Maher has written an explosive profile of Canada’s tenth-longest serving Prime Minister. The Prince: The Turbulent Reign of Justin Trudeau takes readers behind the curtain as the government goes from triumph to embarrassment and back again, revealing the people, the conflicts, and the struggles both in the government and on the opposition benches. This panel discussion is hosted by Adrian Harewood with Maher, Ian Bailey and Steven Chase from the Globe and Mail, The Hill Times’ Charelle Evelyn, and Le Devoir’s Marie Vastel participating. Tickets from $25. Saint John the Evangelist Church, 154 Somerset St W. 7:00 pm. Presented by Ottawa Writers Festival.

• ByTowne Cinema: The Great Escaper, La chimera, Dune: Part Two
   

• Mayfair Theatre: The Promised Land, Wicked Little Letters, Red Sun

  Gigs

• Bluegrass Mondays with Tyler Comeau and Hwy 10. Red Bird

• Open Mic Night. Art House Café

• Live Band Karaoke. Irene’s Pub Restaurant

Just Announced / Now Booking

• Stitch, Hook and Knit is a new program hosted by Old Ottawa East CAG (Community Activities Group) that wants to be a place where we can gather, socialize, and craft together! Bring your machines, hooks and needles, yarn and thread, and craft with us. There is no instructor in this workshop. Learning is in the doing and the sharing among participants. Tuesday June 4 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Old Town Hall Community Centre, 61 Main Street, K1S 1B3.

• Join us on Saturday, June 15 for the Britannia Village Community Arts Crawl 2024 held in the historic Britannia Village neighbourhood, featuring a wide range of local artists, from visual arts to musicians, photography, crafting, and more. Rain date is Sunday, June 16.

• Experience Canada’s diverse Indigenous culture through interactive activities, live performances and FREE family fun at the Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival (June 21-23). Savour Indigenous foods; register for cooking and craft workshops, shop the Indigenous marketplace; learn from traditional knowledge keepers and enjoy non-stop live entertainment. On June 21st Indigenous Peoples Day, there is a traditional Long Table Feast (2 seatings) - live performance by Logan Staats, glow-in-the-dark Pow Wow with DJ Shub. Host drum is Northern Cree. International Competition Pow Wow (all weekend) with over $75K in prize money and a spectacular drone show (Sat. night). Enjoy lunchtime concerts, art workshops, special exhibits and more all month long at venues across the city.
   

• Bakers with access to a commercial kitchen: Apply for a vendor space at the Stittsville Market Butter Tart Festival (September 14).

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