Local pet owners say GoFundMe fills gaps in paying veterinarian bills
Pet owners are turning to GoFundMe to help cover the costs of pet vet bills after being turned down by traditional financing options.
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Jillian Piper ,
January 5, 2022
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Advocacy groups propose WiFi ‘mesh network’ pilot project to bridge digital divide, promote internet equity
Reports from local advocacy organizations say new community-based measures are needed to narrow the digital divide in Ottawa during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Jillian Piper ,
December 31, 2021
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Lessons from the slippery slope of excessive sweat
Capital Current reporter Jillian Piper shares lessons learned from living with hyperhidrosis, a condition characterized by excessive perspiration.
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Jillian Piper ,
December 31, 2021
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On a roll: Cycle Salvation aims to bring refurbished bikes to those in addiction recovery, newcomers to Canada
Community members will receive refurbished bicycles this spring, thanks to a new initiative launched by not-for-profit Cycle Salvation.
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Jillian Piper and Tobin Ng ,
December 24, 2021
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IN THE NEWS: Monday, Nov. 29
Capital Current offers morning news highlights.
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Jillian Piper ,
November 29, 2021
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IN THE NEWS: Monday, Nov. 22
Capital Current offers morning news highlights.
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Jillian Piper ,
November 22, 2021
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LRT off the rails: Advocacy groups demand contract cancellation, comprehensive safety review
Two local advocacy groups are demanding change from Ottawa city council surrounding its handling of the LRT.
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Jillian Piper and Tobin Ng ,
October 12, 2021
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In stand-pat federal vote, Ottawa remains Liberal stronghold
In the federal election the Liberals maintained their grip on local ridings.
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Jillian Piper ,
September 21, 2021
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4 min read
Virtual health care has become a lifeline during pandemic and likely beyond: experts
Pharmacies and other healthcare providers are going virtual to provide accessible healthcare for Canadians during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Tuvana Sahinturk and Jillian Piper ,
April 9, 2021
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Student groups hope to win appeal of Ontario’s university fee ‘opt out’ measure
As the Doug Ford government prepares to appeal the Student Choice Initiative this month, student advocacy organizations are better prepared.
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Tuvana Sahinturk and Jillian Piper ,
March 24, 2021
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Carleton University to rename three campus buildings to promote diversity, inclusion
Three Carleton University buildings are set to be renamed to reflect racial diversity, but some racist campus monikers are going untouched.
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Jillian Piper ,
March 9, 2021
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Pandemic highlights need for more Canadian-based breeding for guide dogs
COVID-19 is wreaking havoc on Canadian guide dog organizations' funds and dog supplies.
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Jillian Piper ,
March 1, 2021
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