Ottawa Food Bank declares record high food bank use in Ottawa
In its eighth annual Hunger Report, the Ottawa Food Bank (OFB) reported that one in four households in Ottawa experienced food insecurity in 2023, up from one in seven households in 2022. In 2023 there were 556,232 visits to food banks.
More than a year after Oct. 7 attack on Israel, debate remains fraught
More than a year after the Oct. 7, 2023 terror attacks by Hamas against Israel, reasonable dialogue about the long-standing conflict seems as difficult as ever.
Council approves demolition of heritage buildings in Lowertown
Ottawa City Council has approved the demolition of three heritage buildings on St. Patrick Street, which the local community association describes as “the poster children for demolition by neglect.” The decision means that the buildings, at 227-229, 231-233and 235-237 St. Patrick St., just west of Dalhousie, can be torn down and the property redeveloped. City staff supported demolition, noting the...
Pride Week opens in controversy over organizer’s pro-Palestine statement
Ottawa’s annual weeklong Pride festival begins this weekend in the middle of a controversy following a statement by organizing group, Capital Pride, expressing solidarity with Palestine. The move prompted the Jewish Federation of Ottawa to withdraw its support for the event and Ottawa Mayor Mark Sutcliffe to refuse to participate in events during Pride Week run by Capital Pride itself....
Poll shows Canadians fancy Kamala Harris
A new poll from non-profit Angus Reid Institute shows that a sizeable majority of Canadians approve of U.S. presidential candidate Kamala Harris. The current vice president will be confirmed in her candidacy for president of the United States next week at the Democratic National Convention. Two thirds of the 1,605 Canadians polled responded they hold favourable views of Harris compared...
The Mushroom Chronicles: The magic in the mushroom has spawned a spiritual debate
A debate is raging about the spiritual value of magic mushrooms. Some advocate for only a medical application while others believe it should be more widely available.
The Mushroom Chronicles: Side effects of psilocybin use offer a cautionary tale
Despite the positive results from some clinical trials, there should be controls over how psilocybin is used in treatment and more widely in society, some experts say.
The Mushroom Chronicles: Psilocybin on the prescription pad
Demand for medical psyilocibin in treatment for mental health disorders is increasing.
The Mushroom Chronicles: Psilocybin sales outlets popping up everywhere
The push to purchase psylocibin is creating a new wave of desire for legalization.
Blue skies and warm temperatures make a beautiful backdrop for Canada Day 2024 in Ottawa
Thousands gathered in downtown Ottawa under blue skies and warm temperatures to celebrate Canada Day 2024
Museum of History looks at career of architect Douglas Cardinal as his building turns 35
Museum of History honours the career of architect Douglas Cardinal.
Canadians want all party leaders to read full foreign interference report: survey
Canadians want accountability and answers — and federal party leaders who are fully informed of the unredacted contents of a special parliamentary report on foreign interference in the country’s political affairs. New survey data from the non-profit Angus Reid Institute showed that a solid majority of Canadians — 66 per cent of respondents — feel that all federal leaders should accept the...
Canadians concern about acts of hate against Jews and Muslims waning, poll concludes
Canadians remain concerned about antisemitic and anti-Muslim acts but their concern is eroding.
New wildlife management plan for Ottawa will offer more protection for local beavers
Council to vote n new wildlife management plan for City of Ottawa.
Live Nation to open major new music venue in downtown Ottawa
The former Chapters building at the corner of Rideau Street and Sussex Drive in Downtown Ottawa will soon by a 2,000 seat music venue operated by Live Nation, the largest music promotion company in North America.
Council to settle the heritage designation of The Bay’s building on Rideau Street
Ottawa’s Built Heritage Committee has unanimously endorsed a report urging a heritage designation for the exterior of the Hudson’s Bay store on Rideau Street. City council will make a final determination of the building’s status. The building at 73 Rideau is east of the Chateau Laurier hotel on the north side of the street. In a committee meeting in April,...
Bank Street Wishlist: Wider sidewalks and bike lanes wanted
Wider sidewalks and bike lanes part of the wish list for users for Bank Street.
The situational ethics of AI confronts post-secondary institutions
Universities are wrestling with the ethics of the use if Artificial Intelligence in the learning process.
Diminishing support: Public support for pro-Palestinian encampments wanes the longer they last, survey shows
A new survey of Canadians and Americans shows that support for student encampments diminishes over time.
Waste not: City slaps new limit on garbage items for curbside collection
City of Ottawa has approved a new three-item limit on garage for collection at the curbside starting Sept. 30.
Northern Super League brings women’s pro soccer to Canada next spring
A new women's professional soccer league will debut next spring in six Canadian cities including Ottawa.
Ottawa police not investigating Tabaret statue vandalism
Ottawa police not investigating vandalism of uOttawa founder's statue.
Museum unveils new exhibition featuring 200 years of war art by women
New exhibition at the Canadian War Museum features some 70 works by women artists over the past two centuries.
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More public servants support new federal return-to-office policy than oppose it: poll
New survey shows that more public service union members support the federal government's plan to have workers in the office three days a week.
Call for noise bylaw change echoes again at Ottawa city hall
Protesters were back at city hall to demand an amendment to the city's noise bylaw which limits the use of megaphones and speakers in public.
Liberal support falters with Muslims and Jews as Trudeau responds to Israel-Gaza conflict
A new Angus Reid poll shows support for the federal Liberals slipping with Canadian Jews and Muslims.
Greenboro Community Centre to now carry Diane Deans name
Council votes to rename a community centre for the late Dian Deans, who died this week.
Pro-Palestinian, pro-Israeli protesters rally as city raises Star of David flag
Pro-Palestinian and Pro-Israel rallies attend the raising of the Israeli flag at Ottawa City Hall on Israel's Independence Day.
City’s decision to raise Israeli flag Tuesday draws a counter protest
Security will be tight for the flag-raising ceremony at City Hall marking the national day of the State of Israel.
First person: Weighing the pros and cons of internships for young journalists
Capital Current writer Victor Vegas Alvarez assesses the value of internships for young journalists.
Canada’s national party leaders reach new lows in popularity all at the same time
Canadians are disapproving of all three national party leaders at the same time, new polling shows.
Plan for stacked development in Kanata gets thumbs up from planning committee
Ottawa planning committee has endorsed a plan to build 100 stacked dwelling units on a private street.
Canadians believe pro-Palestinian protests likely won’t change institutions, government stance on Israel, survey shows
A new survey says pro-Palestinian protests won't change government's position on Israel.
Advocacy groups, unions say protests should be exempt from noise bylaw
Groups rally to protest a City of Ottawa noise bylaw that they say restricts their right to protest.
Going electric: E-buses showing promise for OC Transpo with more on the way
E-buses are proving they can handle the load at OC Transpo. Now the city just needs more of them.
Cannabis prices are low, even though inflation is high
Unlike just about every product, the price of recreational cannabis is actually falling. Experts say it's because of lower demand than expected and too many stores.