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Clarke Kelly
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Councillor for West Carleton-March | Ward 5 | City of Ottawa. Working with you to build the community we want for today and tomorrow.

Email: Clarke.Kelly@Ottawa.ca
Website: ClarkeKelly.ca
A few pics from my Nov 27 visit to the Corkery Community Centre to check on the progress of the expansion project. The schedule is on track and work is progressing well all around. The final stage for roofing and siding installation will commence shortly.
November 28, 2025 at 4:29 PM
The two-day Christmas Market at the Carp Farmers' Market starts today at the Carp Fairgrounds from 3-8 pm. This is the final market of 2025 and features over 70 local vendors. There's also live music, a food court, and a visit with Santa.
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Christmas Market Day 1 | Carp Farmers’ Market
Join us for our 2-Day Christmas Market at the Carp Farmers' Market - Friday Nov. 28th from 3pm-8pm & Saturday Nov. 29th from 8am-2pm 🎅🏻
www.carpfarmersmarket.ca
November 28, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Another reminder that we're renewing the play structure at Baird Park, located at 2388 Fitzroy Street. Two exciting designs have been developed, and we invite your feedback to help shape the final design.
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Baird Park - Play Structure Renewal
The City of Ottawa is renewing the play structure at Baird Park, located at 2388 Fitzroy Street. Two exciting designs have been developed, and we invite your feedback to help shape the final design. C...
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November 28, 2025 at 3:52 PM
Here's the latest weekly update from the Corkery Community Centre expansion project. www.clarkekelly.ca/post/corkery...
Corkery Community Centre Expansion Updates
Statement from Councillor Kelly: I know how important the Corkery Community Centre expansion project is to so many residents, and I truly appreciate your patience and continued interest. Given the num...
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November 28, 2025 at 1:27 AM
The Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre is hosting The Coldest Night of the Year, a family-friendly walk to raise money for local charities that serve people experiencing hurt, hunger, and homelessness. The event takes place on Saturday February 28th, 2026. Details: cnoy.org/location/ott...
November 28, 2025 at 1:13 AM
Save the date: Please be advised that we'll be hosting a Community Information Session for residents with Dry or Low Water Wells in the Winter Season on Monday, December 8 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. More details here:
www.clarkekelly.ca/post/dec-8-c...
Dec 8: Community Info Session For Residents With Dry or Low Water Wells in Winter Season
Please be advised that we'll be hosting a Community Information Session: Dry and Low Water Wells – Winter Season on Monday, December 8 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. This session will be open to any resident w...
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November 26, 2025 at 4:38 PM
Tomorrow: Another reminder that Brookfield Renewable will be hosting a Community Town Hall to discuss the Marchurst BESS proposal. It's set for Tuesday, Nov 25th from 5:30p.m. to 7:30p.m. at the Carp Agricultural Hall. More details here: www.clarkekelly.ca/post/west-ca...
November 24, 2025 at 7:39 PM
The Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre, in partnership with Ottawa Police Service, is hosting a seminar to protect seniors from fraud and distraction crimes.
When: Thursday, Dec 4, 2025
Time: 2:30 – 3:30p.m.
2 MacNeil Court, Kanata, ON
Register: Lorusso@wocrc.ca
November 21, 2025 at 7:10 PM
The City of Ottawa is renewing the play structure at Baird Park, located at 2388 Fitzroy Street. Two exciting designs have been developed, and we invite your feedback to help shape the final design.
engage.ottawa.ca/baird-park-p...
Baird Park - Play Structure Renewal
The City of Ottawa is renewing the play structure at Baird Park, located at 2388 Fitzroy Street. Two exciting designs have been developed, and we invite your feedback to help shape the final design. C...
engage.ottawa.ca
November 21, 2025 at 6:44 PM
On Wednesday night, West Capital Power held a Virtual Community Information Session about their proposed BESS project at the Carp Airport.

You can listen to the audio from the meeting here: westcapitalpower.ca/capacity/com...

Presentation and transcript here: westcapitalpower.ca/capacity-pro...
November 21, 2025 at 5:15 PM
Santa Claus is comin' to town, making three tour stops in Ward 5. His parades are set for Fitzroy Harbour on December 6th, then back-to-back on December 13th in Constance Bay and Carp.
November 21, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Coming up on December 6th, Ottawa Public Health is hosting a one-day COVID-19 & Flu vaccine clinic in Kinburn. This is a walk-in clinic, so no appointments are required.
Date: December 6, 2025
Time: 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Kinburn Community Hall, 3045 Kinburn Side Road
November 21, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Last week at Council, I was very happy to get the full support of my council colleagues and the mayor in voting to support the staff recommendation to deny the most recent application to expand the urban boundary in South March. My full statement here:
www.clarkekelly.ca/post/council...
Councillor Kelly Applauds Council's Rejection of Latest Application to Expand Urban Boundary in South March
West Carleton-March Councillor Clarke's Kelly's Statement Nov 18, 2025Last week at Council, I was very happy to get the full support of my council colleagues and the mayor in voting to support the sta...
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November 18, 2025 at 11:18 PM
A reminder that registration begins tonight at 9 pm for winter activities. You can browse winter activities now at this link: anc.ca.apm.activecommunities.com/ottawa/home?... Then register for winter swimming lessons tonight (Nov 18) at 9 pm and all other activities on November 20 at 9 pm.
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November 18, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Coming up this Saturday from 10am-1pm, the Constance & Buckham's Bay Community Association is hosting the first edition of "Cookie Dash", a Fun Run/Walk to raise funds for the food bank and the Humane Society. Here's the link for registration and details: www.tickettailor.com/events/cbbca...
November 18, 2025 at 2:35 PM
Another reminder that West Capital Power will be hosting a Virtual Community Information Session about their proposed BESS project at the Carp Airport. It's set for this Wednesday, November 19, 2025, from 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Visit westcapitalpower.ca/capacity/com...
Storage Project Community Engagement | West Capital Power
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November 18, 2025 at 1:08 AM
With the winter conditions now upon us, the City's winter operations team has everything you need to know about significant weather events, parking bans, and snow removal.
www.clarkekelly.ca/post/all-sys...
All Systems Snow: Getting Ready for Winter
It's that time of year again. The trees have shed their leaves, pumpkin spice season has come and gone, and there is a chill in the air – winter is here. As the coldest season of the year begins, the ...
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November 14, 2025 at 3:36 PM
Ottawa’s Draft Budget 2026 was tabled yesterday at City Council. Over the next week, I will be doing a lot of reading and digesting to determine what this budget will mean for our ward. But I do have a few preliminary thoughts... www.clarkekelly.ca/post/council...
Councillor Kelly's Preliminary Thoughts After Nov. 12 Tabling Of Draft Budget 2026
Statement from Councillor Kelly:Yesterday at Council the 2026 budget was tabled. Over the next week or two, I will be doing a lot of reading and digesting to determine what this budget will mean for o...
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November 13, 2025 at 8:40 PM
Reposted by Clarke Kelly
Children born in 2020 or 2021 and enrolled in kindergarten can benefit from the Eye See…Eye Learn program. After a free OHIP-covered eye exam with a participating optometrist, eligible children may receive 1 free pair of glasses if needed with this program.

Learn more: https://optom.on.ca/esel
November 13, 2025 at 7:00 PM
There are two public meetings coming up later this month to discuss the West Carleton-March BESS Proposals. Both meetings are being hosted by the proponents. Full details here: www.clarkekelly.ca/post/public-...
Public Meetings Coming Up For West Carleton-March BESS Proposals
Carp AirportPlease be advised that West Capital Power will be hosting a Virtual Community Information Session about their proposed 20 MW BESS project at the Carp Airport. It's set for Wednesday, Novem...
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November 13, 2025 at 8:04 PM
Coming up tonight...
Here's an opportunity to see and provide input on the City's recommended design plan for the Carp Road widening project, from Highway 417 to Hazeldean Road. The presentation is set for Thursday, November 13, 2025. Full details here: www.clarkekelly.ca/post/public-...
Public Invited to Nov. 13 Info Session for Carp Road Widening Project
Here's an opportunity to see and provide input on the City's recommended design plan for the Carp Road widening project, from Highway 417 to Hazeldean Road. The presentation is set for Thursday, Novem...
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November 13, 2025 at 7:44 PM
In a special meeting on Friday, City Council voted 15-10 in favour of approving Lansdowne 2.0, Here's my statement about today's decision. clarkekelly.ca/post/councillor-kelly-s-statement-on-lansdowne-2-0-decision
November 7, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Here's the latest Corkery Community Centre Expansion Update. www.clarkekelly.ca/post/corkery...
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November 7, 2025 at 8:04 PM
Thank you to all residents who joined the Village of Carp and area Town Hall Meeting on Tuesday, and for the thoughtful ideas and concerns shared with City staff and myself. It was great to see such a productive, respectful discussion among everyone in attendance.
www.clarkekelly.ca/post/council...
Councillor Kelly's Statement Following Carp Town Hall Meeting This Week
Councillor Kelly hosted a Village of Carp and area Town Hall Meeting on Tuesday, November 4th, 2025, at the Carp Agricultural Hall. Many City staff members from various departments were on hand at the...
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November 6, 2025 at 4:24 PM
Coming up tonight. All Village of Carp and area residents are invited.
Another reminder that I will be hosting a Village of Carp and area Town Hall Meeting tomorrow night (Nov. 4, 2025), from 5:30-8:30 pm at the Carp Agricultural Hall. This community discussion will help guide my decisions around development, infrastructure, and overall vision for the community.
November 4, 2025 at 3:27 PM