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The average length of time that women stay in the emergency shelter system in Ottawa has decreased by six days due to the success of programs such as the TRY Supportive Housing Program.
Key players in the community say they are gearing up for a battle over two controversial issues in the proposed Preston-Carling development after the city deferred the plan for further study late last month.
Erin Morawetz, Centretown NewsLori Mellor, of the Preston Street BIA, is fighting against over-developments in Little Italy.
A report released by Ottawa Centre MPP Yasir Naqvi from a community summit last fall raises discussion about reforming the Ontario Municipal Board, as the provincial government considers legislation that would allow two municipalities to opt out of the appeal body.
A proposed Canadian ban on importing shark fins for a traditional Chinese soup was narrowly defeated last month in Parliament, but the controversy surrounding the Asian delicacy has prompted two Centretown restaurants to remove it from their menus anyway.
U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric AdministrationA single fin from rare species is worth thousands of dollars.