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Reports from undercover “spies” riding OC Transpo say that despite improvements only one in about every three drivers are calling out compulsory stop announcements following orders earlier this year.
A new police unit plans to team up with communities and crack down on gang-related crime in Ottawa.
Nov. 24-Dec. 2
The Ottawa Human Society’s annual “Pet Pics with Santa” continues at selected shopping centre until Dec. Bring your furry friend to a participating location and receive a 4×6 digital photo in a holiday frame. Photos are $10 each and all proceeds will benefit animals in need. Where and when: Lincoln Fields Shopping Centre (Richmond and Carling: Nov. 24, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Elmvale Shopping Centre (St. Laurent and Smyth): Nov. 30, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.; Dec. 1, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Dec. 2, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information call 613-725-3266 ext. 261.
The new OC Transpo smoking ban, which clamps down on bus stop smokers, may be difficult to enforce on city streets.