A knowledge centre dedicated to underprivileged women gaining computer skills has opened in Centretown, thanks to a grant from the Aviva Community Fund.
Knowledge centre opens for underprivileged women
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Dewar supporters not worried leadership bid will affect riding
Ottawa Centre MP Paul Dewar has tossed his hat into the ring of contenders for the leadership of the federal NDP, putting Centretown and its environs into the national spotlight while raising questions about how he’ll juggle his campaign to replace Jack Layton in the coming months with his duties representing constituents.
Katrina Heer, Centretown NewsPaul Dewar announces his candidacy for the federal NDP leadership at a news conference.
Number of homeless youth sees dramatic increase
A Centretown drop-in centre is among several services for homeless youth across the city seeing a spike in usage.
Condos could choke out affordable housing, groups say
Before a possible boom in condominium development on Catherine Street, some Centretown organizations are questioning the effect too many new buildings may have on neighbourhood housing.