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Author: City of Ottawa - Media Relations / Ville d'Ottawa - Relations avec les médias
Publication Date: August 28, 2025 - 09:31

Let’s talk about safe access

August 28, 2025
Share your feedback on a potential Vulnerable Social Infrastructure By-law

The City of Ottawa is considering rules to provide for safe access to places of worship and religious centres, schools, daycares, health care facilities, and care homes when demonstrations are occurring nearby. In other cities, these types of rules are often called “bubble zones.”

Also known as “vulnerable social infrastructure,” these spaces serve communities, at-risk populations, and other people who may be vulnerable. When demonstrations are occurring nearby, visitors to these facilities may feel intimidated, believing they are unable to safely access the building or use its services.

We need your feedback on how demonstrations may be impacting access to these facilities. Share your thoughts and experiences with us through the Engage Ottawa questionnaire until Monday, September 29.

Your responses will help determine how a Vulnerable Social Infrastructure By-law could work in Ottawa while also respecting the protections under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms for peaceful assembly and freedom of expression.

About by-law reviews

In 2023, City Council approved the 2023 to 2026 By-law Review Workplan. City by-laws are regularly reviewed to address any changes in legislation, reflect emerging issues and community requirements, and encompass evolving technologies.

To learn more about by-law reviews, watch this video explaining the City’s by-law review process or visit the City’s By-law reviews page.



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