# Ottawa Councilor Honored for Washroom Access | Ottawa News

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Published: 2026-07-12T22:16:03+00:00
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Ottawa councillor Shawn Menard just snagged the “Golden Plunger” award from the GottaGo! Campaign — a nod to his tireless push for better public washroom access across the city. Since launching his initiative, he’s secured city-wide funding to keep park toilets open longer, added portable units in major parks, and boosted ward-level budgets. The GottaGo! Campaign, born in 2014 after a mom realized her toddler had nowhere to go in a park, still sees huge gaps — especially in transit hubs and rural areas. They’re also calling for better signage to reveal hidden public toilets. For Menard, it’s not just about convenience — it’s about dignity and basic human rights, and he’s rallying suburban and rural leaders to join the cause. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/4ea4f6bf6df8c900

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