You need to know about these temporary tents

Bonjour, Ottawa. Simone Okafor-Bouchard here, with your Morning Wire from the MiTL Sports Desk.

The real story is never on the Hill — it's always just off it. Today, we're looking at something a little unexpected on the city's building permits list. We have *two* permits, both issued to The Bani Hashi Society, for the installation of five temporary tents at 900 Eglinton Avenue East. Each permit is valued at $6,500.

Now, why is this interesting?

* **Dates:** The first permit (BP 3TEN 26-406) is for June 16 to June 27, 2026. The second (BP 3TEN 26-407) is for July 26 to August 6, 2026. This means they're planning for events well over two years in advance. Very Ottawa, non? Planning ahead like it's a federal budget projection.

* **Ward Impact:** Both permits are for Ward 3.

* **Significance:** While it's just tents, the dual, spaced-out permits suggest recurring, perhaps annual, community events. It’s always good to see groups investing in long-term community presence.

This kind of forward planning is something to keep an eye on. It shows a commitment to using public spaces for community engagement, and that's something we can all appreciate. Let's see what these events bring to Eglinton Avenue East when 2026 rolls around.

Simone Okafor-Bouchard, MiTL Sports Desk.

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