In the context of the Anti-Racism Working Group of the Centretown Community Assocation, on Wednesday, I attended a virtual presentation by Dahabo Admed-Omer subsequent to the verdict in the death of Abdirahman Abdi. If every you have the opportunity to hear her speak do not miss that opportunity

Yesterday, a colleague made me aware of the options provided by Hydro Ottawa in these times of COVID-19. Essentially, customers can choose between two rate structures as set by the Ontario Energy Board (OEB): time-of-use and tiered rates. Hydro Ottawa’s website details structures available effective October 13, 2020 as well as the rates effective November 1, 2020. Their website also addresses deferral of global adjustment charges, electricity service disconnection bans, scams during the COVID-19 emergency, electricity bill payment options, and financial assistance.