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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 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
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
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
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
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
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 12:34 AM
I look forward to the grand re-opening ceremony of the Dunrobin Plaza this morning (Oct 29) at 11:00 AM. The public is warmly invited to attend this milestone for the Dunrobin community, following the 2018 tornado which devastated the plaza.
October 29, 2025 at 1:35 PM
The City's final Household Hazardous Waste drop-off event of 2025 will be in Ward 5. It's set for this Saturday, Nov. 1, at the Westbrook Snow Dump Facility (200 Westbrook Rd) near the Carp Road 417 exit. Residents can bring their materials to the event from 8 am to 4 pm. ottawa.ca/.../hazardou...
October 28, 2025 at 3:33 PM
Have your say on the City of Ottawa's Draft Budget 2026. Another reminder that I will be hosting a Ward 5-specific public consultation tomorrow night (Oct 29th), from 6-8pm at the West Carleton Community Complex (Dr. Roland Armitage Hall at 5670 Carp Road).
October 28, 2025 at 3:12 PM
I look forward to participating in the West Carleton Disaster Relief's Annual General Meeting on Tuesday (Oct 28). Everyone is invited. The doors open at 6:30. The meeting starts at 7:00.
October 27, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Residents conserving water or whose wells are dry can now use the showers at the Cavanagh Sensplex (5670 Carp Road) during opening hours. Because it's on a well, it's open for showering only, so water containers cannot be filled at this location. More details here: www.clarkekelly.ca/post/council...
October 25, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Please be advised the proponent for the Marchurst BESS has submitted their documents to the City. These are now available for viewing on the City of Ottawa’s DevApps portal, which can be found here: devapps.ottawa.ca/.../appl.../...
October 24, 2025 at 6:58 PM
City Council meets at 10 am today. The City will also field questions from the media, shortly after Council ends. You can watch the meeting live on Rogers TV or the City's YouTube channel, where the recording will remain available on demand. bit.ly/2H6wi9A
October 22, 2025 at 1:26 PM
We've just been informed that, at the request of the contractor, this closure of Upper Dwyer Hill Road (Ward 5) from Ritchie Side Road to Galetta Side Rood has been extended by an extra two days. The road will need to remain closed until the end of the day Thursday, 23 October 2025.
October 22, 2025 at 1:11 PM
Thanks to Jayne for letting us know that ticket sales for this event are ending tomorrow (Tuesday Oct 21). Get orders in by emailing rentals@kinburn.ca for the number you need and they will respond.
October 20, 2025 at 3:20 PM
The Fitzroy Township Historical Society's Annual Dinner is coming up this Friday, October 24th at the Fitzroy Harbour Community Centre. Tickets are $35 and can be picked up at Kinburn Farm Supply.
October 20, 2025 at 3:02 PM
I was pleased to be able to attend the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 616 West Carleton Halloween Seniors’ Social this past Thursday. It was great to visit with everyone, and special thanks to Julie and Sherry for managing this fun community event.
October 20, 2025 at 2:42 PM
I enjoyed my rummaging on Sunday at the Galetta Rummage Sale. I’m sure I missed out some awesome stuff on Saturday, but did well on half-price Sunday. Where else can you get 6 eyeballs for less than 50 cents! Thanks to the Galetta Community Association for making this wonderful annual event happen!
October 20, 2025 at 2:38 PM
There are a couple of City outdoor rinks in need of an operator this winter. March Central Community Center (Boarded Rink) and Doug Rivington Park (Puddle Rink) are both in need of a contract holder.
October 17, 2025 at 5:31 PM
There's another Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off coming up this Saturday. Safely dispose of your household hazardous waste on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 8 am to 4 pm at the Strandherd Snow Dump Facility (4061 Strandherd Drive, access off Philsar Road).
October 15, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Thanksgiving is just around the corner. Please note that certain City services, such as waste collection, will be following holiday schedules on Monday, October 13. See more holiday schedule changes here: bit.ly/3KJk0XD
October 7, 2025 at 6:29 PM
(2/2) It was a fabulous way to spend some time on a beautiful Sunday afternoon. We left happy and with lots of goodies. Thank you to the organizers as well as all the vendors for making it a great afternoon in Kinburn.
October 6, 2025 at 2:43 PM