Laura Dudas
@lauradudas.bsky.social
Ottawa City Councillor, proudly representing Orléans West-Innes/Orléans Ouest-Innes
Another heartbreaking story this morning, this time so close to home. My thoughts are with the families and community affected by the tragic loss & innocent lives taken far too soon.
So much difficult news to process today, take care of yourself. Talk to someone you trust & seek support if needed.
So much difficult news to process today, take care of yourself. Talk to someone you trust & seek support if needed.
Police investigating deaths of 3 people in Quebec’s Kitigan Zibi community
Police investigating deaths of 3 people in Quebec’s Kitigan Zibi community
Police in Quebec are investigating the deaths of three people in the community of Kitigan Zibi.
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February 11, 2026 at 2:56 PM
Another heartbreaking story this morning, this time so close to home. My thoughts are with the families and community affected by the tragic loss & innocent lives taken far too soon.
So much difficult news to process today, take care of yourself. Talk to someone you trust & seek support if needed.
So much difficult news to process today, take care of yourself. Talk to someone you trust & seek support if needed.
The tragedy unfolding in Tumbler Ridge, BC, is beyond heartbreaking. A safe place intended for learning and hope shaken by a violent act no one should ever endure. In this time of grief, Ottawa stands with Tumbler Ridge & holds them in our hearts.
We are continuing to follow live updates coming out of Tumbler Ridge, B.C. www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
B.C. community of Tumbler Ridge in mourning after mass shooting kills 9, including 6 inside school | CBC
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February 11, 2026 at 1:55 PM
The tragedy unfolding in Tumbler Ridge, BC, is beyond heartbreaking. A safe place intended for learning and hope shaken by a violent act no one should ever endure. In this time of grief, Ottawa stands with Tumbler Ridge & holds them in our hearts.
Join me, Cllrs. Luloff & Kitts and Coyote Watch Canada for a virtual session about safely coexisting with coyotes. Wed Feb 25 @ 7 pm. Register👉 ottawa-ca.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
Can't make it? Visit my website for an earlier session I hosted with Coyote Watch Canada : lauradudas.ca/living-with-...
Can't make it? Visit my website for an earlier session I hosted with Coyote Watch Canada : lauradudas.ca/living-with-...
February 10, 2026 at 12:52 AM
Join me, Cllrs. Luloff & Kitts and Coyote Watch Canada for a virtual session about safely coexisting with coyotes. Wed Feb 25 @ 7 pm. Register👉 ottawa-ca.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
Can't make it? Visit my website for an earlier session I hosted with Coyote Watch Canada : lauradudas.ca/living-with-...
Can't make it? Visit my website for an earlier session I hosted with Coyote Watch Canada : lauradudas.ca/living-with-...
Snow didn’t stop me from getting out, knocking on doors, and checking in with residents on Kamouraska Circle. From snow clearing to cheering on our Olympic athletes, thank you for sharing your thoughts and perspectives. Your voices mean so much.
#community #conversations #Orléans
#community #conversations #Orléans
February 7, 2026 at 5:32 PM
Snow didn’t stop me from getting out, knocking on doors, and checking in with residents on Kamouraska Circle. From snow clearing to cheering on our Olympic athletes, thank you for sharing your thoughts and perspectives. Your voices mean so much.
#community #conversations #Orléans
#community #conversations #Orléans
Skating the @rideaucanalskate.bsky.social is my annual Winterlude tradition. Each year I aim to skate its full length at least once. I love the mix of lively chatter and tranquil stretches- a uniquely Ottawa experience that grounds me in the simple beauty of winter.
#Ottawa #WinterMagic #Skate
#Ottawa #WinterMagic #Skate
February 7, 2026 at 1:55 AM
Skating the @rideaucanalskate.bsky.social is my annual Winterlude tradition. Each year I aim to skate its full length at least once. I love the mix of lively chatter and tranquil stretches- a uniquely Ottawa experience that grounds me in the simple beauty of winter.
#Ottawa #WinterMagic #Skate
#Ottawa #WinterMagic #Skate
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February 6, 2026 at 11:04 PM
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Great turnout this morning at the OPS District Model consultation at the Diane Deans Greenboro Community Centre. Residents called for stronger police presence, faster response times, and a proactive approach. The new model, expected in 2027, aims to strengthen community ties.
#CommunitySafety
#CommunitySafety
February 5, 2026 at 7:28 PM
Great turnout this morning at the OPS District Model consultation at the Diane Deans Greenboro Community Centre. Residents called for stronger police presence, faster response times, and a proactive approach. The new model, expected in 2027, aims to strengthen community ties.
#CommunitySafety
#CommunitySafety
My family and I look forward to Fête Frissons at the Shenkman Arts Centre every year—it’s become one of our favourite winter traditions. This free, all‑ages event is Sunday, Feb 8, with performances, artmaking, workshops and storytelling. shenkmanarts.ca/en/fete-fris...
February 4, 2026 at 10:30 PM
My family and I look forward to Fête Frissons at the Shenkman Arts Centre every year—it’s become one of our favourite winter traditions. This free, all‑ages event is Sunday, Feb 8, with performances, artmaking, workshops and storytelling. shenkmanarts.ca/en/fete-fris...
Ottawa’s east end will be represented at the #MilanoCortina2026 by Rachel Homan, Ivanie Blondin, and Isabelle Weidemann. Learn more about our local athletes and the full Team Canada roster at: olympic.ca/athletes/
Let’s show the world what Ottawa and @team-canada.bsky.social are made of.🍁
Let’s show the world what Ottawa and @team-canada.bsky.social are made of.🍁
February 3, 2026 at 7:32 PM
Ottawa’s east end will be represented at the #MilanoCortina2026 by Rachel Homan, Ivanie Blondin, and Isabelle Weidemann. Learn more about our local athletes and the full Team Canada roster at: olympic.ca/athletes/
Let’s show the world what Ottawa and @team-canada.bsky.social are made of.🍁
Let’s show the world what Ottawa and @team-canada.bsky.social are made of.🍁
Sports give youth more than exercise; they build friendship and belonging. I joined Ashley Ruelland, President of GCRA, at the 49th Devils’ Winter Inferno and discussed partnership opportunities that help keep girls in sport.
Schedule: gcringette.msa4.rampinteractive.com/event/79319
Schedule: gcringette.msa4.rampinteractive.com/event/79319
January 31, 2026 at 4:43 PM
Sports give youth more than exercise; they build friendship and belonging. I joined Ashley Ruelland, President of GCRA, at the 49th Devils’ Winter Inferno and discussed partnership opportunities that help keep girls in sport.
Schedule: gcringette.msa4.rampinteractive.com/event/79319
Schedule: gcringette.msa4.rampinteractive.com/event/79319
I am truly saddened by the news of Catherine O’Hara’s passing.
She was, and will forever be, a Canadian icon. Thank you for the laughter, the inspiration, and the characters that will live on long after the screen fades to black. 💔
She was, and will forever be, a Canadian icon. Thank you for the laughter, the inspiration, and the characters that will live on long after the screen fades to black. 💔
January 30, 2026 at 10:58 PM
I am truly saddened by the news of Catherine O’Hara’s passing.
She was, and will forever be, a Canadian icon. Thank you for the laughter, the inspiration, and the characters that will live on long after the screen fades to black. 💔
She was, and will forever be, a Canadian icon. Thank you for the laughter, the inspiration, and the characters that will live on long after the screen fades to black. 💔
What a huge milestone! Kim is celebrating her 20th year as a crossing guard keeping our kids safe. Congrats Kim and thank you for all you do!
January 29, 2026 at 9:58 PM
What a huge milestone! Kim is celebrating her 20th year as a crossing guard keeping our kids safe. Congrats Kim and thank you for all you do!
🎶"We’ll tak a cup o’ kindness yet,
For auld lang syne.”
Let's celebrate the Bard, raising a cup o’ kindness, for old times’ sake, in tribute to Robert Burns, Scotland’s national poet, and his legacy. Thanks Scottish Society of Ottawa for inviting me to give the Toast to the Laddies last night.
For auld lang syne.”
Let's celebrate the Bard, raising a cup o’ kindness, for old times’ sake, in tribute to Robert Burns, Scotland’s national poet, and his legacy. Thanks Scottish Society of Ottawa for inviting me to give the Toast to the Laddies last night.
January 25, 2026 at 3:37 PM
🎶"We’ll tak a cup o’ kindness yet,
For auld lang syne.”
Let's celebrate the Bard, raising a cup o’ kindness, for old times’ sake, in tribute to Robert Burns, Scotland’s national poet, and his legacy. Thanks Scottish Society of Ottawa for inviting me to give the Toast to the Laddies last night.
For auld lang syne.”
Let's celebrate the Bard, raising a cup o’ kindness, for old times’ sake, in tribute to Robert Burns, Scotland’s national poet, and his legacy. Thanks Scottish Society of Ottawa for inviting me to give the Toast to the Laddies last night.
Great meeting with many east-end community assn. enviro committee reps along with Councillors Kitts and Luloff. Discussed new zoning bylaws, cohesive communities and improvements to our neighbourhoods. Appreciated the thoughtful convo and chance to listen, learn, and advocate for our community.
January 23, 2026 at 7:58 PM
Great meeting with many east-end community assn. enviro committee reps along with Councillors Kitts and Luloff. Discussed new zoning bylaws, cohesive communities and improvements to our neighbourhoods. Appreciated the thoughtful convo and chance to listen, learn, and advocate for our community.
Canada’s Alto high-speed rail project will begin on the OTT–MTL corridor, a major step for East Canada travel. With projected speeds >300 km/h, travel to Montréal could be less than an hour and Toronto in about two.
January 21, 2026 at 10:45 PM
Canada’s Alto high-speed rail project will begin on the OTT–MTL corridor, a major step for East Canada travel. With projected speeds >300 km/h, travel to Montréal could be less than an hour and Toronto in about two.
Today I got to spend this beautiful winter afternoon speaking with residents on Highburn Crescent about municipal services, neighbourhood improvements and exciting City projects underway that will benefit residents of all ages in the coming months and years.
January 18, 2026 at 12:22 AM
Today I got to spend this beautiful winter afternoon speaking with residents on Highburn Crescent about municipal services, neighbourhood improvements and exciting City projects underway that will benefit residents of all ages in the coming months and years.
Anyone else crave schnitzel? I know my hubby and I do and we scratched that itch at last night's Schnitzel Night at the Maple Leaf - Almrausch Club, in Carlsbad Springs. Delicious meal, wonderful company, and traditional music, it was a lovely night out.
January 17, 2026 at 2:28 PM
Anyone else crave schnitzel? I know my hubby and I do and we scratched that itch at last night's Schnitzel Night at the Maple Leaf - Almrausch Club, in Carlsbad Springs. Delicious meal, wonderful company, and traditional music, it was a lovely night out.
At the start of winter I am gung ho shoveling the driveway, but the more snow we get the less enthusiastic I am! @ottawapublichealth.ca has some tips to be safe while shoveling:
✅ Warm up/stretch before and pace yourself
✅ Push the snow instead of lifting it
✅ Stop immediately if you feel chest pain
✅ Warm up/stretch before and pace yourself
✅ Push the snow instead of lifting it
✅ Stop immediately if you feel chest pain
January 16, 2026 at 1:06 AM
At the start of winter I am gung ho shoveling the driveway, but the more snow we get the less enthusiastic I am! @ottawapublichealth.ca has some tips to be safe while shoveling:
✅ Warm up/stretch before and pace yourself
✅ Push the snow instead of lifting it
✅ Stop immediately if you feel chest pain
✅ Warm up/stretch before and pace yourself
✅ Push the snow instead of lifting it
✅ Stop immediately if you feel chest pain
Speeding and dangerous driving are major concerns in our community. The OPS new Road Safety Unit is cracking down—recently stopping a car going 109 in a 60 zone in the east end.
OPS relies on resident reports to target enforcement. See traffic violations? Report them here: www.ottawapolice.ca
OPS relies on resident reports to target enforcement. See traffic violations? Report them here: www.ottawapolice.ca
January 9, 2026 at 8:03 PM
Speeding and dangerous driving are major concerns in our community. The OPS new Road Safety Unit is cracking down—recently stopping a car going 109 in a 60 zone in the east end.
OPS relies on resident reports to target enforcement. See traffic violations? Report them here: www.ottawapolice.ca
OPS relies on resident reports to target enforcement. See traffic violations? Report them here: www.ottawapolice.ca
🌱 Applications are OPEN for Ottawa’s Community-led Greening Initiatives and Gardening Program!
Help create or expand gardens and greening projects on City land.
✅ Deadline: Feb 3
📅 Info Session: Jan 14 at Nepean Sportsplex
👉 Apply now: ottawa.ca/gardens
#OttCity #GreeningOttawa #UrbanGardening
Help create or expand gardens and greening projects on City land.
✅ Deadline: Feb 3
📅 Info Session: Jan 14 at Nepean Sportsplex
👉 Apply now: ottawa.ca/gardens
#OttCity #GreeningOttawa #UrbanGardening
January 5, 2026 at 11:25 PM
🌱 Applications are OPEN for Ottawa’s Community-led Greening Initiatives and Gardening Program!
Help create or expand gardens and greening projects on City land.
✅ Deadline: Feb 3
📅 Info Session: Jan 14 at Nepean Sportsplex
👉 Apply now: ottawa.ca/gardens
#OttCity #GreeningOttawa #UrbanGardening
Help create or expand gardens and greening projects on City land.
✅ Deadline: Feb 3
📅 Info Session: Jan 14 at Nepean Sportsplex
👉 Apply now: ottawa.ca/gardens
#OttCity #GreeningOttawa #UrbanGardening
Creative Stir Café at 1439 Youville Dr is officially buzzing! Loved seeing the community come together over hot drinks and treats. The cafe even features local art! Congrats to the amazing team who turned this vision into a vibrant gathering spot! ☕
#CommunityStrong #viedecafé #entrepriselocale
#CommunityStrong #viedecafé #entrepriselocale
January 3, 2026 at 8:46 PM
Creative Stir Café at 1439 Youville Dr is officially buzzing! Loved seeing the community come together over hot drinks and treats. The cafe even features local art! Congrats to the amazing team who turned this vision into a vibrant gathering spot! ☕
#CommunityStrong #viedecafé #entrepriselocale
#CommunityStrong #viedecafé #entrepriselocale
Cheers to 2026! 🥂 From my family to yours, wishing you and yours all the best for the New Year. May your hearts be full, your goals achieved, and your playlist full of good vibes.
#Hello2026 #HappyNewYear
#Hello2026 #HappyNewYear
December 31, 2025 at 7:22 PM
Cheers to 2026! 🥂 From my family to yours, wishing you and yours all the best for the New Year. May your hearts be full, your goals achieved, and your playlist full of good vibes.
#Hello2026 #HappyNewYear
#Hello2026 #HappyNewYear
Exciting news... the Rideau Canal Skateway opens tomorrow night, just in time for New Year's Eve!!!!
Bonne nouvelle… la patinoire du canal Rideau ouvre demain soir, juste à temps pour le réveillon du Nouvel An !!!!
#IconicOttawa #newyear2026 #Ottawa #nouvelan
Bonne nouvelle… la patinoire du canal Rideau ouvre demain soir, juste à temps pour le réveillon du Nouvel An !!!!
#IconicOttawa #newyear2026 #Ottawa #nouvelan
We’re starting this season with a BANG! 💥
The Rideau Canal Skateway opens tomorrow, Wednesday December 31, at 8 am!
We’re in the home stretch of preparations to open a 3.4 km section between Somerset West and the Bank Street bridge. The Bank Street stairs will not be open for now.
The Rideau Canal Skateway opens tomorrow, Wednesday December 31, at 8 am!
We’re in the home stretch of preparations to open a 3.4 km section between Somerset West and the Bank Street bridge. The Bank Street stairs will not be open for now.
December 31, 2025 at 1:53 AM
Exciting news... the Rideau Canal Skateway opens tomorrow night, just in time for New Year's Eve!!!!
Bonne nouvelle… la patinoire du canal Rideau ouvre demain soir, juste à temps pour le réveillon du Nouvel An !!!!
#IconicOttawa #newyear2026 #Ottawa #nouvelan
Bonne nouvelle… la patinoire du canal Rideau ouvre demain soir, juste à temps pour le réveillon du Nouvel An !!!!
#IconicOttawa #newyear2026 #Ottawa #nouvelan
Environment Canada has issued a freezing rain for the Ottawa Region, with freezing rain expected this evening and continuing through Monday.
⚠️Use extreme caution on highways, roads, walkways, and parking lots
❌Avoid non-essential travel. If you must go out, allow extra time and adjust to conditions
⚠️Use extreme caution on highways, roads, walkways, and parking lots
❌Avoid non-essential travel. If you must go out, allow extra time and adjust to conditions
December 28, 2025 at 8:29 PM
Environment Canada has issued a freezing rain for the Ottawa Region, with freezing rain expected this evening and continuing through Monday.
⚠️Use extreme caution on highways, roads, walkways, and parking lots
❌Avoid non-essential travel. If you must go out, allow extra time and adjust to conditions
⚠️Use extreme caution on highways, roads, walkways, and parking lots
❌Avoid non-essential travel. If you must go out, allow extra time and adjust to conditions
Seinfeld fans are celebrating Festivus today! Happy Festivus for the rest of us!
And yes, the aluminum pole is standing tall because nothing says ‘holiday spirit’ like a decoration with zero distracting tinsel.
#Seinfeld #ZeroDistractions #Festivus
And yes, the aluminum pole is standing tall because nothing says ‘holiday spirit’ like a decoration with zero distracting tinsel.
#Seinfeld #ZeroDistractions #Festivus
December 23, 2025 at 1:46 PM
Seinfeld fans are celebrating Festivus today! Happy Festivus for the rest of us!
And yes, the aluminum pole is standing tall because nothing says ‘holiday spirit’ like a decoration with zero distracting tinsel.
#Seinfeld #ZeroDistractions #Festivus
And yes, the aluminum pole is standing tall because nothing says ‘holiday spirit’ like a decoration with zero distracting tinsel.
#Seinfeld #ZeroDistractions #Festivus