Archive 1997-2016
An Anglican religious program exploring the validity of Christianity is creating some controversy elsewhere, but doesn’t seem to have a problem in Ottawa. While the Alpha course has caused some debate about its teachings, many within Centretown have found it to be a positive experience . . .
Andrew Morrison-Gurza travels north on Bank Street, shaking his head from the sidewalk as he passes a row of storefronts . . .
By Erin Conway-Smith
Advocates for the most vulnerable people in Centretown are preparing to make their case to preserve social services in the wake of a review that could see drastic cuts to city programs.
Among the scenarios presented in the universal program review, released last week to city council, are the elimination of 1,436 child-care spaces, 140 long-term care beds, and 123 homeless shelter beds.
City council and a prominent Centretown church are gearing up for a legal battle with the Ottawa International Airport after council ignored a staff recommendation and gave the church permission to build a sprawling new home near the airport.