Free workshop on Green Renovations
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Tuesday, March 28th, 7 - 8 pm Beaverbrook Library
Free Workshop on Green Renovations - register here
Free Shower Valve Cartridges!
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If your Beaverbrook home still has the original shower valves, did you know there is a life-time warranty on the replaceable cartridge (e.g. which you would replace if the valve is leaking)?
It turns out that Trudel Home Hardware on March Road has replacements which are free if you bring in the worn out cartridge.
Your Guide to Street Lighting in Beaverbrook
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Signature features in Beaverbrook are the globe street lights on most home's front lawns and the lit square street corner signs.
Many people don't know that:
- The City of Ottawa is responsible for maintaining them, including changing the light bulbs. Just call 311.
- Both the globe and street corner signs electrical supply is coming from YOUR home
- Both lights are turned on/off by a light sensor typically located at the rear of the home.
If you have a street corner sign, you should be receiving an annual cheque from the City for the electrical rates.
While you could ask the City to replace the bulbs, we would highly recommend that you replace the bulbs with LED lighting to minimize the cost on your electrical bill.
We do know of several cases where renovations have removed the light sensor and either the globe light doesn't work or is on all the time. We are looking into a retrofit sensor to be mounted on the globe light post. Let us know if you are interested.
We're also looking into refurbishing the square corner signs. Let us know what you think.
Kanata Crossing Guard Jobs
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The Ottawa Safety Council seeks part-time, seasonal Crossing Guards to assist in the safe passage of children at various intersections across Ottawa as part of the City of Ottawa School Zone Safety initiative. Shifts last on average forty (40) minutes during morning and afternoon school bell times. Crossing guards can expect to earn $ 16.50 per shift.
The successful candidate must have an intermediate command of spoken and written English (bilingualism an asset), be a skillful communicator, have a dedicated work ethic and possess a positive attitude. Our ideal candidate will have experience working with children, exemplary customer service and multi-tasking skills, and the ability to communicate via email.
If you are passionate and committed to your communities safety; if you enjoy working with children and being outdoors; if you’re interested in part-time work that gives you flexibility; this is the job for you!
To apply, please reach out to Erin Welch c/o the Ottawa Safety Council at 613-238-1513 ext.231 or by email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Candidates may also apply online through our “Get Involved” page .