Best of #APT613 this week
A collection of our favourite photos from the last week.
Ottawa River
Video of the Week: Flying over Ottawa in Flight Simulator 2020
In this video, we get to follow on the tail of a virtual pilot who is flying around real-life Ottawa for a good 15 minutes.
Interview: Artist and educator Emily Rose Michaud creates bridges between art and life
Emily Rose Michaud is an interdisciplinary artist and educator working at the crossroads of community organization, ecology, and civic participation.
613 Geotours: Petrie Island – Beaches and biology
We’ve done a geotour to a beach in a forest… but this week we’re going a little more traditional with a beach on a river.
613 Geotours: What the heck is a stromatolite?
Stromatolites are only found in a few spots in Canada. We’re lucky to have some clearly visible ones in the region at the base of the Champlain bridge, on the Quebec side of the river. They are the most easily accessible ones in Canada.
NCC accelerates riverfront development with announcement of three new parks
This plan is a continuation of decades of debate between those who see the Ottawa River as a place of serenity for local residents, and those who see it as an under-utilized asset in the middle of the nation’s capital.
Riverbed aims to be Ottawa’s first multidisciplinary performance reading series
Riverbed Reading Series features literature, music and performance. It is a gathering space at the intersection of these practices, driven by the belief that artistic spheres are intrinsically connected. Riverbed will operate on a quarterly basis, launching May 20, 2020.
Château Laurier Expansion: Let’s not settle for anything less than excellence
Your effort can help to preserve the integrity of this important heritage building. Complete the City’s online feedback form before the end of day on Friday, March 9.
Future of Prince of Wales Bridge must be decided
Imagine the historic rail bridge were to be restored and opened for cycling and pedestrians, public transportation – or both.
Share your thoughts on Ottawa’s new riverfront park
The National Capital Commission is seeking to make a 9km stretch along the Ottawa River into a vibrant and exciting destination, a place where people want to go and feel safe while being there. Have your say on the project now until February 11.
Ottawa River parade is expected to draw hundreds on Sunday morning
On Sunday morning, hundreds of people will be out to paddle, sail, row, motor and cruise the Ottawa River. A grassroots charity, Ottawa Riverkeeper, is hosting the parade which follows a route from downtown Ottawa to the Canadian Aviation and Space Museum.
Hub Ottawa: Water Rangers helps people take action to protect our local water
As Executive Director of Water Rangers, Kat Kavanagh and her team have made it their mission to inform people about the state of their local water, and provide tools to learn and share information through their app.
Highlights: What you need to know about the National Capital Commission’s draft 50-year plan
The plan itself spans 140 pages, so we’ve done you a favour in presenting you with the ‘Coles Notes’ highlights.
Ming Wu Wednesday: Ottawa River Parkway
Sunday was a day for being outside. Ming took to his bike and rode along the Ottawa River Parkway, stopping at the Prince of Wales train bridge to take these shots. For more on Ming, check out his website, radio show and Instagram.
Bringing Back Beechwood: a Jane’s Walk through a historic Ottawa neighbourhood
Jane’s Walk Ottawa, an annual festival of free walking tours held in honour of urban theorist Jane Jacobs, took place last weekend. We got our contributors out on a few of the walks and will be posting their photos and stories here on the site just in case you didn’t get the chance to participate. […]
