Archive 1997-2016
In an attempt to solve the problem of obesity in children, the Canadian soft drink industry has struck a deal with school board officials and will begin to remove all carbonated beverages from Canadian elementary and middle schools . . .
Centretown residents, unlike those in other areas, told the city to raise their taxes but not cut a penny from their social services to pay the $109-million budget shortfall.
In a few months, the high school that helped shape such famous individuals as journalist Peter Jennings, entertainer Rich Little, Olympian Linda Thom and Governor General Adrienne Clarkson will be celebrating its 160th anniversary reunion.
A battle over the need for a sound barrier is heating up between residents living near Ottawa’s noisiest section of highway and the province’s Ministry of Transportation.