A Centretown building will not be able to rent out two illegally constructed units because it would make the building’s condition even worse, according to a report released by the city.
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Conservatives tighten security belt on Parliament Hill
Two years after the Hill’s last major security breach, when 20 protesters scaled the Parliament Buildings and hung banners without impediment from security officers, the Conservative government is planning to spend almost $9 million to enhance security at the entrance gates and better manage vehicle access to the Hill.
Portia Baladad, Centretown NewsRobert Dekker, vice-president of the Centretown Citizens Community Association, says he supports the proposed security changes to the Parliament Hill precinct.
Local NGOs taking advantage of Under One Roof initative
When the doors of 251 Bank St. re-open on March 1, the Centretown community will have access to an eco-friendly, creative and collaborative office space. 
Lauren Mitsuki, Centretown NewsOttawa's NGOs are moving into 251 Bank St. as part of the Under One Roof initiative.
Sewage tunnels on track with or without funding
Construction of Centretown’s sewage storage tunnels will go forward with or without provincial and federal funding, said the City of Ottawa’s surface water manager to members of the environmental advisory committee.