More than half of Canadians find sexual misconduct in hockey a major issue: survey
Canadian adults are more likely to agree sexual misconduct in hockey is an issue than those who do not, a survey suggests.
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Rodaina Ibrahim and Jonathan Tovell ,
August 18, 2022
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Part-time language professors at University of Ottawa vote to strike if needed
Another group of part-time professors at the University of Ottawa voted to make strike action an option.
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Jonathan Tovell and Rodaina Ibrahim ,
August 12, 2022
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Federal government invests extra $1.1 billion into national homelessness strategy
Housing Minister Ahmed Hussen announced the federal government will invest more into its homelessness strategy.
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Jonathan Tovell ,
August 12, 2022
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Ontario throne speech addresses stresses in health care, workforce, housing and transit
The Progressive Conservative government announced Ontario's plans for the next term of government in the throne speech.
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Jonathan Tovell ,
August 9, 2022
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IBPOC music professionals need more representation and inclusivity in the industry, panel says
IBPOC music workers gathered at the National Gallery of Canada to recommend improvements for an inclusive live music industry.
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Jonathan Tovell ,
August 5, 2022
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Men’s U23 fast pitch nationals begin in Carp on the third swing
The national fast pitch tournament began in Carp after two years of COVID-19 cancellations.
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Jonathan Tovell ,
August 3, 2022
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Col. By Day proves to be a time to remember the founding of Ottawa and also those who have been here for millennia
Monday's Col. By Day was a chance to remember the history of Ottawa and the people who have been here for thousands of years.
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Jonathan Tovell ,
August 2, 2022
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Keep online learning an option, Carleton law professor says
A Carleton University professor said online learning can be convenient for students with work or COVID concerns.
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Jonathan Tovell ,
August 1, 2022
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Sports scholars call on Canada to fix men’s hockey culture
Sports culture experts from 21 universities wrote an open letter saying sexual violence in hockey is systemic.
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Jonathan Tovell ,
July 26, 2022
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Selfies with a mammoth: Ottawa museums test drive augmented reality as a way to grab visitors and viewers
Ottawa museums are looking to augmented and virtual reality to complement their exhibits.
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Jonathan Tovell ,
July 25, 2022
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Bytown Museum reopens after two years of adapting online
The Bytown Museum is physically open once again where visitors can learn about Ottawa's "rambunctious roots".
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Jonathan Tovell ,
July 23, 2022
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Use public facilities to cool down during heat warning, city says
The City of Ottawa is not opening any emergency cooling centres, but people can access public city facilities for relief from the heat warning.
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Jonathan Tovell ,
July 19, 2022
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Excited fans lining up for Ottawa Senators tickets after busy, successful offseason
Ottawa Senators fans are buying season ticket packages and looking forward to a competitive team next season.
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Jonathan Tovell ,
July 15, 2022
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Two community groups push Ottawa Public Health for mandatory masking and more
Horizon Ottawa and the Disability Justice Network say it's time to restore mandatory masking and other COVID-19 health measures.
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Jonathan Tovell ,
July 13, 2022
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Ontario expands second booster dose to all adults, extends rapid test rollout
Dr. Kieran Moore has announced that all Ontarians 18 and up can now get a second COVID-19 vaccine booster shot.
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Jonathan Tovell and Hafsatou Balde ,
July 13, 2022
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Inside the blue paint: Dave Stathos brings life lessons learned in his hockey career to school for young netminders
After a point where he wouldn't even watch a hockey game, former pro goalie Dave Stathos now teaches young netminders to take initiative.
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Jonathan Tovell ,
January 24, 2022
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No revisions planned for Canadian coat of arms despite calls for changes to reflect diverse nation
Some support revising Canada's coat of arms to represent Indigenous peoples. Canadian Heritage says there are no plans to do so.
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Austin Steeves and Jonathan Tovell ,
December 30, 2021
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Ontario must figure out its rapid test distribution — and it needs to do it rapidly to help halt COVID’s latest wave
Ontario needs to make its rapid COVID-19 tests more accessible to properly reduce transmission of the virus, says Capital Current writer Jonathan Tovell.
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Jonathan Tovell ,
December 22, 2021
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Magic of Lights brightens the community mood with vibrant holiday colours
The sixth season of the Magic of Lights is underway at Wesley Clover Parks where visitors can get into the holiday spirit until Jan. 8, 2022.
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Jonathan Tovell ,
December 7, 2021
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As Canada’s coat of arms turns 100, Nunavut MP urges redesign to include Indigenous Peoples, Arctic Ocean
As Canada's coat of arms turns 100, some say it's worth revising to be more inclusive of Indigenous peoples..
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Austin Steeves and Jonathan Tovell ,
November 20, 2021
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IN THE NEWS: Monday, Nov. 1
Capital Current offers morning news highlights.
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Jonathan Tovell ,
November 1, 2021
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IN THE NEWS: Wednesday, Oct. 20
Capital Current offers morning news highlights.
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Jonathan Tovell ,
October 20, 2021
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Carp River restoration project supports biodiversity, enriches neighbourhood
Kanata continues to grow with new neighbourhoods. The recently restored Carp River Conservation Area helps the developments to continue.
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Jonathan Tovell ,
October 19, 2021
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Transportation committee OKs low-speed vehicles on Ottawa streets
The City of Ottawa seeks to allow testing of low-speed vehicles as a way to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in neighbourhoods.
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Jonathan Tovell ,
October 7, 2021
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Ottawa artists express relief as in-person art show returns amid pandemic
Artists showcase their work in person for the first time since before COVID-19. This follows online selling and coping with concerns during the pandemic.
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Jonathan Tovell and Austin Steeves ,
October 5, 2021
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Pakenham’s Five Span Bridge stars in local culture
This one-of-a-kind bridge in Canada is a local wonder and is spotted in flags, logos and an R-rated Christmas movie.
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Jonathan Tovell ,
July 29, 2021
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COVID consequences: No barks, all financial bites for pet boarding businesses in Ottawa Valley
Pet boarding services in the Ottawa Valley have fewer pets and more difficult decisions to make during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Jonathan Tovell ,
April 28, 2021
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City of Ottawa to bring ads into O-Train stations to rebuild revenue
The City of Ottawa's transit commission looks to advertisements as a way of easing the financial stress on OC Transpo during COVID-19.
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Jonathan Tovell ,
April 13, 2021
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Noise complaints in Ottawa surge to seven-year high during COVID-19
Stay-at-home measures may be helping fuel a rise in noise complaints during the pandemic.
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Jonathan Tovell and Austin Steeves ,
February 23, 2021
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Ottawa airport like a ‘ghost town,’ leaving businesses in precarious spot
Businesses in the Ottawa airport are temporarily changing course to deal with the financial effect of COVID-19.
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Austin Steeves and Jonathan Tovell ,
February 4, 2021
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