Now that the distribution of the penny has been halted, charities and organizations in the city are looking for a way to give back – one cent at a time.
Alison Gilchrist, Centretown NewsThe Somerset Community Health Centre is collecting pennies in support of its after-school programs.
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CCCA tears up community design plan
The city released Centretown’s community design plan to the public last week after completing a four-year study as part of its Liveable Ottawa 2031 project but was promply given the bum's rush by the Centretown Citizens Community Association.
Councillors’ possible donation cap under fire
Speculation that the city will propose a cap on the amount of funding that councillors can donate to community causes has been criticized by community leaders.
For many, black history is a 365-day event
Ottawa-area organizations are trying to empower members of the city’s black community to affect positive, long-term change following Black History Month. 
Matthew Lee, Centretown NewsCanadian Forces Sgt Gareth Webb chats with Brittney Powell Lee during Jaku Konbit's career fair.