Jeff Leiper 🛴🚲🚇♻️🚌📊
@jleiper.bsky.social
City Councillor for Kitchissippi ward in Ottawa. Chair, Planning and Housing Committee. Hintonburg resident. Scooter life. Pants-questioning. Born at 325.5 ppm.
They've got a turnout in the hundreds to the Harbour Harvest ice fishing derby at the Nepean Sailing Club this morning. I really enjoyed meeting organizer Dan Dubeau and @tkavanaghbayward.bsky.social to learn more and enjoy the day! harbourharvest.ca
February 15, 2026 at 4:28 PM
They've got a turnout in the hundreds to the Harbour Harvest ice fishing derby at the Nepean Sailing Club this morning. I really enjoyed meeting organizer Dan Dubeau and @tkavanaghbayward.bsky.social to learn more and enjoy the day! harbourharvest.ca
One more rink video today - it's disco night at my home rink, Fisher Park. Thanks, Scott Bradley and the Fisher ODR team for making this awesomeness happen!
February 15, 2026 at 1:08 AM
One more rink video today - it's disco night at my home rink, Fisher Park. Thanks, Scott Bradley and the Fisher ODR team for making this awesomeness happen!
I've just sent out the latest email newsletter, which is available as a video this week. Watch that here:
Je viens d'envoyer la dernière newsletter par e-mail, également disponible en vidéo cette semaine. Visionnez-la ici :
Je viens d'envoyer la dernière newsletter par e-mail, également disponible en vidéo cette semaine. Visionnez-la ici :
Newsletter 467
YouTube video by Kitchissippi Ward
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February 14, 2026 at 10:21 PM
I've just sent out the latest email newsletter, which is available as a video this week. Watch that here:
Je viens d'envoyer la dernière newsletter par e-mail, également disponible en vidéo cette semaine. Visionnez-la ici :
Je viens d'envoyer la dernière newsletter par e-mail, également disponible en vidéo cette semaine. Visionnez-la ici :
My third and final rink stop today was in Convent Glen - Orleans Wood where I just was able to catch Cllr. Laura Dudas cutting the ribbon on their new boards! Some great conversation and hot chocolate with residents.
February 14, 2026 at 8:36 PM
My third and final rink stop today was in Convent Glen - Orleans Wood where I just was able to catch Cllr. Laura Dudas cutting the ribbon on their new boards! Some great conversation and hot chocolate with residents.
My second rink stop today was at Larkin Park where the West Barrhaven CA was hosting its carnival. Great to see Cllrs. David Hill and Wilson Lo in the thick of the festivities! There was chilli (Tyler Watt's got my vote for best)
February 14, 2026 at 8:26 PM
My second rink stop today was at Larkin Park where the West Barrhaven CA was hosting its carnival. Great to see Cllrs. David Hill and Wilson Lo in the thick of the festivities! There was chilli (Tyler Watt's got my vote for best)
An amazing day to visit some of the city's busy outdoor rinks! I started in Windsor Park where @shawnmenard.bsky.social was hosting the Capital Cup. Lots of familiar faces at the popular tournament.
February 14, 2026 at 8:16 PM
An amazing day to visit some of the city's busy outdoor rinks! I started in Windsor Park where @shawnmenard.bsky.social was hosting the Capital Cup. Lots of familiar faces at the popular tournament.
Absolute joy today to celebrate the Chinese New Year and Valentine's Day combined at 1041. Tenants like Joan are some of my favourite people. Great to see @catmckenney.bsky.social, HCA, OCH and OWCS staff out supporting residents!
February 13, 2026 at 7:35 PM
Absolute joy today to celebrate the Chinese New Year and Valentine's Day combined at 1041. Tenants like Joan are some of my favourite people. Great to see @catmckenney.bsky.social, HCA, OCH and OWCS staff out supporting residents!
Yet another planning file to be aware of: the Granite club development is proposed to be re-configured as three shorter towers rather than two 40-storey towers.
February 13, 2026 at 4:54 PM
Yet another planning file to be aware of: the Granite club development is proposed to be re-configured as three shorter towers rather than two 40-storey towers.
Coldest Night of the Year is coming up February 28 and in Westboro we're walking in support of Cornerstone Housing for Women. I've joined the Westboro Village BIA's team and kicked in with $100 to start my fundraising - will you match me?! #CNOY
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February 13, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Coldest Night of the Year is coming up February 28 and in Westboro we're walking in support of Cornerstone Housing for Women. I've joined the Westboro Village BIA's team and kicked in with $100 to start my fundraising - will you match me?! #CNOY
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Two new posts from me this morning. The first is notice of a development application and open house for the block containing the Carleton where the developer is proposing a 38-storey tower: kitchissippiward.ca/2026/02/13/3...
February 13, 2026 at 2:35 PM
Two new posts from me this morning. The first is notice of a development application and open house for the block containing the Carleton where the developer is proposing a 38-storey tower: kitchissippiward.ca/2026/02/13/3...
A quiet public information session this evening to look at the Hilda and Manchester re-builds. It's a straightforward job on some small streets, but Hilda's unique width and proximity of homes to the right-of-way will make it a little challenging. Thanks to everyone who came out.
February 13, 2026 at 1:16 AM
A quiet public information session this evening to look at the Hilda and Manchester re-builds. It's a straightforward job on some small streets, but Hilda's unique width and proximity of homes to the right-of-way will make it a little challenging. Thanks to everyone who came out.
Hm. Looks like starting April 1, they'll collect from my place in Hintonburg on Wednesdays - check the online calendar to see if your waste collection day is changing: ottawa.ca/en/3-1-1/rep...
City of Ottawa says waste collection days are changing starting March 30
The City of Ottawa says the day you take your garbage, organic waste, and recycling to the curb could change this spring because a new curbside collection contract is coming into effect.
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February 12, 2026 at 11:55 AM
Hm. Looks like starting April 1, they'll collect from my place in Hintonburg on Wednesdays - check the online calendar to see if your waste collection day is changing: ottawa.ca/en/3-1-1/rep...
Transit compensation motions passed Council today. We still need your voices to ensure what's offered in May is fair...
February 11, 2026 at 10:40 PM
Transit compensation motions passed Council today. We still need your voices to ensure what's offered in May is fair...
News from Tumbler Ridge and, this morning, from Kitigan Zibi, is horrifying. Our city's relationship with Kitigan Zibi is a close one. Gun violence involving children has resulted in overwhelming tragedy in the past 24 hours. There's immediate help available for those who want to talk (1/2).
February 11, 2026 at 2:29 PM
News from Tumbler Ridge and, this morning, from Kitigan Zibi, is horrifying. Our city's relationship with Kitigan Zibi is a close one. Gun violence involving children has resulted in overwhelming tragedy in the past 24 hours. There's immediate help available for those who want to talk (1/2).
There isn't a lot of publicly-owned land available to unlock for affordable housing as the sector is asking all levels of government to do, especially in prime residential areas like this. If Board finances are the issue, the answer is not a private sell-off but to properly fund education.
MPP, city councillor call foul after vacant OCDSB school goes up for sale
MPP Chandra Pasma and College ward Coun. Laine Johnson say the community should have a say about the former Grant Alternative School site.
ottawacitizen.com
February 10, 2026 at 11:01 PM
There isn't a lot of publicly-owned land available to unlock for affordable housing as the sector is asking all levels of government to do, especially in prime residential areas like this. If Board finances are the issue, the answer is not a private sell-off but to properly fund education.
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Online registration for swimming activities opens tonight at 9 pm!
Registration for recreation, arts, culture and virtual activities starts this Thursday, February 12 at 9 pm.
Create an account and browse programs at register.ottawa.ca
Registration for recreation, arts, culture and virtual activities starts this Thursday, February 12 at 9 pm.
Create an account and browse programs at register.ottawa.ca
February 10, 2026 at 5:27 PM
Online registration for swimming activities opens tonight at 9 pm!
Registration for recreation, arts, culture and virtual activities starts this Thursday, February 12 at 9 pm.
Create an account and browse programs at register.ottawa.ca
Registration for recreation, arts, culture and virtual activities starts this Thursday, February 12 at 9 pm.
Create an account and browse programs at register.ottawa.ca
Scott, Traceylyn and all the volunteers are throwing a banger winter carnival at the Fisher ODR!
February 8, 2026 at 7:39 PM
Scott, Traceylyn and all the volunteers are throwing a banger winter carnival at the Fisher ODR!
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I am so over this.
Reminder to call 311 if you or someone you know needs a warm place to go.
Full list of warming centres and cold weather resources from @ottawapublichealth.ca:
www.ottawapublichealth.ca/en/public-he...
Reminder to call 311 if you or someone you know needs a warm place to go.
Full list of warming centres and cold weather resources from @ottawapublichealth.ca:
www.ottawapublichealth.ca/en/public-he...
February 8, 2026 at 1:45 PM
I am so over this.
Reminder to call 311 if you or someone you know needs a warm place to go.
Full list of warming centres and cold weather resources from @ottawapublichealth.ca:
www.ottawapublichealth.ca/en/public-he...
Reminder to call 311 if you or someone you know needs a warm place to go.
Full list of warming centres and cold weather resources from @ottawapublichealth.ca:
www.ottawapublichealth.ca/en/public-he...
Thanks to the Westboro Village BIA for again inviting Sam Laprade, Melanie Brulée and I to judge the Stew Showdown for the Westboro Region Food Bank. Clocktower took the top prize with their take on an Irish stew - delicious! Always happy to see Jackie Holzman at so many of our community events.
February 7, 2026 at 9:37 PM
Thanks to the Westboro Village BIA for again inviting Sam Laprade, Melanie Brulée and I to judge the Stew Showdown for the Westboro Region Food Bank. Clocktower took the top prize with their take on an Irish stew - delicious! Always happy to see Jackie Holzman at so many of our community events.
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From Ottawa Fire Services...
Since midnight, we’ve responded to 3 carbon monoxide calls in homes due to high winds blowing snow and blocking exterior vents. One home recorded carbon monoxide readings of over 200 parts per million (PPM).
Please check your vents and clear snow away.
Since midnight, we’ve responded to 3 carbon monoxide calls in homes due to high winds blowing snow and blocking exterior vents. One home recorded carbon monoxide readings of over 200 parts per million (PPM).
Please check your vents and clear snow away.
February 7, 2026 at 4:43 PM
From Ottawa Fire Services...
Since midnight, we’ve responded to 3 carbon monoxide calls in homes due to high winds blowing snow and blocking exterior vents. One home recorded carbon monoxide readings of over 200 parts per million (PPM).
Please check your vents and clear snow away.
Since midnight, we’ve responded to 3 carbon monoxide calls in homes due to high winds blowing snow and blocking exterior vents. One home recorded carbon monoxide readings of over 200 parts per million (PPM).
Please check your vents and clear snow away.
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DYK: Champlain Park Field house is open 10am-2pm on weekends to warm up or depart from. Warm,spacious, clean washrooms….and we groom right up to the door! @jleiper.bsky.social
February 7, 2026 at 3:41 PM
DYK: Champlain Park Field house is open 10am-2pm on weekends to warm up or depart from. Warm,spacious, clean washrooms….and we groom right up to the door! @jleiper.bsky.social
This is exciting. Probably the most consequential of any of the City's planning documents - the growth forecast - is now online and up for discussion at a February 18 joint committee meeting. Top line? 530,000 new residents by mid-2051.
February 7, 2026 at 2:03 PM
This is exciting. Probably the most consequential of any of the City's planning documents - the growth forecast - is now online and up for discussion at a February 18 joint committee meeting. Top line? 530,000 new residents by mid-2051.
My office is hosting an open house on February 18 to look at the application filed with the city for the Scott/Tweedsmuir/Athlone area including three mixed-use buildings ranging between 29 and 40 storeys. Read more here: kitchissippiward.ca/2026/02/07/s...
February 7, 2026 at 12:26 PM
My office is hosting an open house on February 18 to look at the application filed with the city for the Scott/Tweedsmuir/Athlone area including three mixed-use buildings ranging between 29 and 40 storeys. Read more here: kitchissippiward.ca/2026/02/07/s...
Elmdale's Bookfest is on all weekend! As always, it's busy, the selection is great and all your neighbours are there...
Le festival du livre d'Elmdale se déroule tout le week-end ! Comme toujours, il y a foule, le choix est excellent et tous vos voisins sont là…
Le festival du livre d'Elmdale se déroule tout le week-end ! Comme toujours, il y a foule, le choix est excellent et tous vos voisins sont là…
February 6, 2026 at 10:51 PM
Elmdale's Bookfest is on all weekend! As always, it's busy, the selection is great and all your neighbours are there...
Le festival du livre d'Elmdale se déroule tout le week-end ! Comme toujours, il y a foule, le choix est excellent et tous vos voisins sont là…
Le festival du livre d'Elmdale se déroule tout le week-end ! Comme toujours, il y a foule, le choix est excellent et tous vos voisins sont là…
True to my colleagues' assurances, I am greatly enjoying these deputy mayor flag-raising duties! Today was Grenada's event with His Excellency Sylvester Quarless. The country celebrates 52 years of independence tomorrow.
February 6, 2026 at 4:09 PM
True to my colleagues' assurances, I am greatly enjoying these deputy mayor flag-raising duties! Today was Grenada's event with His Excellency Sylvester Quarless. The country celebrates 52 years of independence tomorrow.