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By The Lowertown Health & Wellness Committee Gardeners in Lowertown have a community resource to rely on this spring – the Lowertown Seed Library opened on May 1! The Seed Library is located beside 181 Bruyere Street, marked by the red pin on the map, and is attached to the fence of the community garden….
By Martial Maseba Maweja of the Lowertown Community Resource Centre Having had the privilege of working closely with the Lowertown Community Resource Centre (LCRC) team over the past months, I’ve come to realize that the “vibe” of the House isn’t something you can plan– it’s something you experience. It’s the sound of laughter drifting from…
By Dave Bowen The sale of Bingham House in February of this year marks the end of an era for the venerable two and a half story brick house at 120 Boteler Street. Donna Kearns and Peter Gaby sold the house after having spent years and countless hours restoring one of Lowertown’s architectural jewels to…
By Dave Bowen It may seem like a given, one of those things that’s always been around, but there remains an ongoing debate about the origins of Taco Tuesdays. Luckily for us, we needn’t worry about the history and can just take advantage of the offerings at El Taco De Oro, our local taqueria. According…
By Bernie Forestell, Senior Manager Communications, Shepherds of Good Hope In late 2024, Shepherds of Good Hope (SGH) partnered with the Alliance to End Homeless Ottawa and the City of Ottawa on the Diversion Pilot Project, a groundbreaking initiative toward transforming Ottawa’s shelter system to better meet the needs of the community. During the pilot…
Your Lowertown Community Association’s (LCA) diligent volunteers continue to focus on safety, compassion, and livability. We work with residents, city staff, and partners to ensure Lowertown remains a welcoming, connected, and resilient community. Here is a snapshot of what we’re working on this quarter. Community safety and well-being Meaningful community consultation Heritage Equity across…
By Nada Ziane, for the Lowertown Community Resource Centre The Lowertown Community Resource Centre (LCRC) is pleased to announce the relaunch of a volleyball program starting in February for children aged 9 to 15. This program aims to provide young people with an opportunity to discover and play volleyball in a safe, inclusive, and fun…
By Melissa Gruber A handful of neighbours in the ByWard Market are organizing another community yard sale on Sunday, May 31, 2026. Everyone in Lowertown is invited to set up in front of their homes in the morning. Afterwards, we’ll meet for a community picnic at Bingham Park. Last year, the sale was small but…
By Tristan, Laura, Sam, and Frankie I’m not one for New Year’s resolutions. I lack the required forward-thinking ability and willpower. I much prefer to let the nostalgia out and reminisce. You can sit, reminisce, and have a beer. That’s more my speed. And so, in the early days of 2026, while not making any…
Article and photos by Sarah Bissex Lowertown came alive this October as Saint Brigid’s transformed into a Halloween haven for the neighbourhood’s first-ever Lowertown Block Party, hosted in collaboration with the Lowertown Community Association’s Health and Wellness Committee. The block party featured over 30 local vendors, live music, food and drinks, a costume contest, and…