"I have something really important I need you to hear. Our health system is in crisis because of the COVID-19 pandemic. (...) As Ottawa’s Medical Officer of Health, I’m sounding the alarm. This is our warning bell. " ~ Dr. Vera Etches Today's statement: ow.ly/dV1Z50BIcrG

Another Ottawa example of community transmission. In September, an individual with mild symptoms attended a wedding. 15 days later, 207 people were self-isolating & needed testing. Kids missed school, their parents couldn't work & testing lines were longer. Our. Actions. Matter.

Thank you to Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland for recognizing Canada Revenue Agency employees during a news conference! They are working tirelessly to help Canadians during these hard times and their work does not go unnoticed!

Good evening, Ottawa. There's no easy way to say this: the COVID levels in our community are the highest they've been since the pandemic began. We are firmly in the Red, & once again in crisis. We MUST bring this back. Please be wise this weekend. Thank you. -OPH out.

The Cookie Monster Geode: Brazil imports an unimaginable number of agate geodes into the US ... each one unique. About 1 to 3 dollars each. A geologist rock carver got a lucky find after cutting this tiny geode. My understanding is that he already has a $10,000 offer. #lapidary

Happy first day of #Spring! Here’s to warmer temperatures, blooming flowers, and longer sunny days ahead! What’s your favourite part of this refreshing season? 🌷☀️ #SpringEquinox

Your favourite shops may be closed but you can still support local businesses online. Need some new kitchen gear like these gorgeous bowls from #jdadamkitchenco. How about some good reads from Octopus Bookstore. Read our online shopping blog and support local ow.ly/Hcbn50EkSjV

To the kindness of strangers! Enjoying vacay2021 :)

Are you familiar with the 211 line? 211’s telephone line connects Canadians with community resources that are close to home and specific to their needs. United Way is a proud founder of 211 and works to make its service available to all Canadians. #iGive #GCWCC

DYK: It's scientifically proven that giving to charity makes you feel good! By giving through the CRA CC, you can support charitable causes that help Canadians build better lives - a win-win situation! #GCWCC #iGive

My Seasonal flowers arrived. Yay! Now the house feels like Christmas. Thank you #RebelPetal :) Wishing everyone a wonderful holiday season! :)

Merry Christmas/ Joyeux Noël! Wishing everyone a joyous holiday season. High hopes for 2022! :)

My Account has a fresh look! ✨Try out the new version that was designed to simplify your online experience 👉 ow.ly/xgGs50Higif #CdnTax

Congratulations to the Canada Emergency Response Benefit: Initial Launch Team for your CRA Award of Excellence in the Commissioner’s Award category. You have demonstrated innovation, creativity and agility! #CRAexcellenceARC

Félicitations à l’équipe de la Prestation canadienne d’urgence : équipe de lancement initial pour votre Prix d’excellence de l’ARC dans la catégorie Prix du Commissaire. Vous avez fait preuve d’innovation, de créativité et d’agilité! #CRAexcellenceARC

My best wishes this holiday season. Merry Christmas. Mes meilleurs voeux et joyeux Noël! :)

Enjoyed a wonderful La Bohème at the Vienna Opera House tonight. Kudos to the cast and to Eun Sun Kim! :) it was a memorable and moving performance at a world class venue.

A few days in the mountains here in Austria. It is a perfect -2C. Plenty of snow, skiing, relaxing, and choice of picked herring salads. Who knew!!! Loving the regional differences but haven’t braved the salad yet. :)

From snowy Austria to sunny Italia. Enjoying the Dolomites area in Italy. Toblach is beautiful and Hotel Santer is pure luxury. Positively Perfect winter day :)

I do love the snow, but sometimes you can have too much of a good thing. As the sign says (après shovel) “Stop”. :)