In The News: Monday Sept. 14
Expect a mix of sun and cloud today with a high of only 15C, Environment Canada says. The low will be 1C bringing a chance of frost with it tonight. Ottawa’s LRT marks one year Ottawa’s light rail system celebrated its first birthday this morning with reliable, fast and empty trains, riders told CBC. That’s a stark change from the...
In The News: Thursday, Sept. 10
Expect a cloudy day with a 40 per cent chance of drizzle this morning and early this afternoon, Environment Canada says with a high of 18C and a low of 7C tonight. Ottawa-Gatineau a COVID hot spot Public health officials in Ottawa and Gatineau are trying to figure out how the National Capital Region became a COVID-19 “hot spot,” and...
In The News: Wednesday, Sept. 9
A grey wet day is in store, Environment Canada says with the risk of a thunderstorm this morning. The high will be 16C and the low tonight under cloudy skies will be 13. Ontario pauses reopening Ontario is halting further reopening in the province, following a spike in confirmed COVID-19 cases, especially in Ottawa, Toronto and Brampton, the Ottawa Citizen...
In The News: Tuesday, Sept. 8
Expect a mostly sunny morning with a 40 per cent chance of showers this afternoon, Environment Canada says. The high will be 18C and the low tonight under increasingly cloudy skies will be 13C. Distancing a concern as schools begin to reopen Since the pandemic began, Ontarians have been told by public health authorities to keep two metres apart from...
In The News: Friday Sept. 4
Environment Canada is calling for a mainly sunny start to the day with increasing cloudiness this morning. There is a 30 per cent chance of showers this afternoon and evening. The high will be 21C and the low 9C. Ottawa police officer suspended over rape allegation An Ottawa police officer alleged in a human rights complaint to have sexually assaulted...
In The News: Thursday Sept. 3
Expect a sunny day, Environment Canada says. The high will be 26C. There is a 70 per cent chance of showers late this evening and after midnight when the low will be 13C. Students please behave: Carleton, uOttawa Algonquin College Ottawa’s colleges and universities are urging students attending fall classes to abide by all the COVID-19 rules — both on campus and out...
In The News: Wednesday Sept. 2
Expect some showers into the evening today with a risk of a thunderstorm. Environment Canada says the high will be 24C and the low 13. Shopify leaving Elgin Street location Shopify is giving up 170,000 square feet of prime office space on Elgin Street and the search is underway for one or more tenants to take over the remaining years...
In the News Monday Aug. 31
5 restaurant workers test positive for COVD-19 in Gatineau Five employees of Shaker Cuisine and Mixologie in Gatineau, Que., have tested positive for COVID-19. The company made the announcement on its Facebook page Sunday afternoon, adding that the employees are self-isolating for 10 days. CBC has more. Demonstrators protest pandemic safety measures Hundreds of demonstrators gathered on Parliament Hill Saturday to...
In the News: Thursday, Aug. 27
Masks mandatory in apartment and condo common spaces. City council redirecting Chiarelli's pay to community organizations. All that and more in today's roundup!
In the News: Wednesday, Aug. 26
Drive-thru COVID-19 test site is coming to Ottawa. Watson demands for the criminalization of conversion therapy. All that and more in today's roundup!
In the News: Tuesday, Aug. 25
OC Transpo has two new COVID cases. Yellow School Buses are delayed for the school year. and Toronto Sunnybrook hospital is on outbreak. This and more on today's news roundup.
In the News: Monday, Aug. 24
Outdoor masks to be mandated. Credit Card tap will be available on OC Transpo. And Ottawa beaches are expected to close next week. This and more on today's news round up.
In the News: Friday, Aug. 21
Environment Canada forecasts a mainly cloudy Friday with a 70 per cent chance of showers and risk of thunderstorms. With a high of 23°C during the day, the evening will hit a low of 13°C. The evening will also be cloudy with a 70 per cent of showers and possible thunderstorms. There will be fog patches overnight. CERB gets another...
In the News: Thursday, Aug. 20
OCDSB to stagger back to school. A formal complaint was lodged regarding councillor's comments against the Black Lives Matter movement. All that and more in today's roundup!
In the News: Wednesday, Aug. 19
Chystia Freeland appointed as new Minister of Finance. Ottawa Teachers are requesting accommodations. And about 40 per cent of Ontario parents will not have their children return to school this year. That and more on today's news round up.
In the News: Tuesday, Aug. 18
Bill Morneau resigns following COVID-19 policies and tension with Prime Minister Trudeau. Two weeks left until the one time child funding application due date. And more Canadian homes are bought in the month of July than any other month in the past 40 years. That and more on Today's news round up.
In the News: Monday, Aug. 17
A hacker hijacks thousands of CRA accounts. The City of Ottawa is already shopping for a Christmas tree. And Highschool back to school plans are changing again in Ottawa. That and more on today's news round up.
In the News: Friday, Aug. 14
Ontario Education Minister addresses back to school plans criticism. Ottawa can look forward to a new expansion plan for the Chateau Laurier. And marijuana edibles are hospitalizing children in Canada. That and more on today's news round up.
In the News: Thursday, Aug. 13
MPP MacLeod in police protection after "threatening emails." Carleton criminology department to end co-op placement with police and prisons. All that and more in today's roundup!
In the News: Wednesday, Aug. 12
OPH preparing teachers and parents for back to school. Proposed bylaw would set a minimum standard for Ottawa rentals. All that and more in today's roundup!
In the News: Tuesday, Aug. 11
MP Catherine McKenna verbally assaulted. Ontario's new COVID case count rises back to the 100s. And the Ottawa school boards announces back to school plans. That and more on today's news round up.
In the News: Monday, August 10
A chickenpox outbreak in CHEO. Canadian Army Veterans walk 175 km to raise money for wounded warriors. And thousands protest against masks in Quebec. That and more on today's news round up.
In the News: Thursday, Aug. 6
The last Parliament Hill cat lives to see another day on the hill. Scientists hypothesize what may have caused the explosion in Beirut. And scientists around the world are rushing to get a vaccine out for COVID-19. That and more on today's news round up!
In the News: Wednesday, Aug. 5
People take a photo project public on Instagram to shift the perception of Black men in west-end Ottawa. Alberta mandates masks for students from grades 4-12 when school reopens. To read more, check out today's "In The News."
In the News: Tuesday, Aug. 4
Bring you umbrella as Environment Canada says it will be a wet Tuesday with a high of 22 and low of 17. Periods of rain with a risk of thunderstorm will continue before finally ending near midnight. Back to school plans concern parents of special needs kids Many parents of children with compromised immune systems and special needs feel that...
In the News: Monday, Aug. 3
Environment Canada is forecasting a mostly cloudy Monday with a high of 20.7°C. There is a 40 per cent chance of showers early in the morning but the day will be a mix of sun and clouds. The evening will be mainly cloudy with a 70 per cent chance of showers overnight. Ottawa inmate in isolation after testing positive for...
In the News: Friday, July 31
Elementary students are going back full-time while some secondary students will return part-time in September. Canada cracking down on "Alaska loophole" with new restrictions. All that and more in today's round-up!
In the News: Thursday, July 30
Ottawa Tourism giving out Visa gift cards for local hotel bookings. Ethics Commissioner's We Charity inquiry expanding to include Morneau's travel gifts. All that and more in today's roundup!
In the News: Wednesday, July 29
WE Charity co-founders deny Liberal connection led to grant contract. Ontario teenager pleads guilty to multiple terrorism offences. All that and more in today's roundup!
In the News: Tuesday, July 28
Investigation ongoing after body found behind local Catholic school. Number of conduct complaints against OPS increase in 2019 and under one per cent led to disciplinary hearings. All that and more in today's news roundup!
In the News: Monday, July 27
Ottawa child-care centres able to increase group sizes starting today. NHL teams to play in restarted season move into secure zones in Edmonton and Toronto. All that and more in today's roundup!
Locally, nationally, Canada’s tourism industry continues to struggle during COVID-19 restrictions
Ottawa Tourism has created the #MyOttawa Pass to provide locals with discounts and deals at certain Ottawa businesses. This comes after tourism industry businesses across the country have said they are struggling and Statistics Canada is reporting record breaking decreases in major tourism indicators.
In the News: Friday, July 24
Provincial government announces plan to build three new schools in Ottawa. Privy Council Office launches independent review of allegations of workplace harassment against the Governor General's office. All that and more in today's roundup!
Homemade: Ottawa mixologist demonstrates a refreshing cocktail
Local Ottawa mixologist gives a demonstration of how to make refreshing summer cocktail. He also talks all the tips and tricks for making a cocktail at home including how to avoid making some common mistakes.
In the News: Thursday, July 23
Coun. Rick Chiarelli intends to keep working despite council voting to dock 270 days of pay. Singh calls for Trudeau government to invesitgate allegations of harassment in Governor General's office. All that and more in today's roundup!
In the News: Wednesday, July 22
Closing arguments in Montsion's manslaughter and assault trial scheduled to finish today. Governor General's office denies allegations of making work environment toxic. All that and more in today's roundup!
In the News: Tuesday, July 21
Montsion's use of force reasonable during fatal arrest, defence argues. Body of Martin Carpentier found after almost two week manhunt, police report. All that and more in today's roundup!
In the News: Monday, July 20
Protest against mandatory masks in Ottawa yesterday. New Brunswick universities planning early move-in dates to allow for self-isolation period. All that and more in today's roundup!
In the News: Friday, July 17
School board upholds sanctions against trustee for an act of anti-black racism. Canadian military unveils new policy on hateful conduct. All that and more in today's roundup!
In the News: Thursday, July 16
City council unanimously votes to penalize councillor Chiarelli. New liquor laws come into effect in Ontario. All that and more in today's roundup!
In the News: Wednesday, July 15
Watchdog warns Canadians about fraudulent mask exemption cards. Poll finds three-quarters of Ontarians say universities should provide a tuition break. All that and more in today's roundup!
In the News: Tuesday, July 14
Ottawa restaurant owners eager to reopen indoor dining. Proposed class-action lawsuit alleges systemic racism within the RCMP. All that and more in today's roundup!
In the News: Monday, July 13
Photo radar to catch speeders near schools starts today. Premier Doug Ford to announce plan for next stage of reopening today. All that and more in today's roundup!
In the News: Friday, July 10
Ottawa medical officer of health join calls for five-day shcool week this fall. Trudeau's family members were paid almost $300,000 to speak at WE Charity events. All that and more in today's roundup!
In the News: Thursday, July 9
Ottawa Police officer convicted of assault against ex-girlfriend. Federal deficit expected to reach $343 billion this year. All that and more in today's roundup!
Pandemic lessons: Ottawa management expert looks into the future of remote work
One Ottawa executive broke down tips she learned about working remotely as well as, her predictions for how this experience will permanently affect the workforce.
In the News: Wednesday, July 8
City councillor launches judicial review to stop release of integrity commissioner's report. Manitoba Premier and Scheer spotted breaking COVID-19 safety measures. All that and more in today's roundup!
In the News: Tuesday, July 7
Masks now mandatory in Ottawa's indoor public spaces. City of Ottawa opens three emergency cooling centres. All that and more in today's roundup!
In the News: Monday, July 6
Police are investigating Ottawa's second drowning in two days. NHL and NHLPA decide on protocols to restart season. All that and more in today's roundup!
In the News: Friday, July 3
Ottawa high school teacher faces sexual assault charge, among others. Supreme Court dismisses challenge to Trans Mountain Pipeline approval. All that and more in today's roundup!