Charitable challenges: COVID-19 hurting the homeless, the hungry and others in need in Ottawa
Three charitable organizations describe the problems they face helping the homeless, the hungry and people in need during the COVID-19 pandemic
By John Balser and Zak Mian
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6 min read
Ford locks down Toronto, Peel; Ottawa remains in orange zone
Rising COVID-19 numbers has forced Doug Ford to lock down Toronto and Peel Region health units. The new rules begin Monday.
Many students losing an economic lifeline as restaurant jobs in Ottawa hit hard by COVID-19
Life is tough for Student employees and students seeking work during the COVID-19 pandemic.
By Zak Mian and John Balser
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7 min read
In The News: Wednesday, Oct. 21
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COVID consequences: The new normal for amateur team sports
The new normal for sports seems bleak. Amateur leagues have suffered cancellation or experienced major change. [Photo @ John Balser]
By John Balser and Zak Mian
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5 min read
Ottawa craft brewery adapts to the COVID-19 pandemic
Stray Dog Brewing company is one of few businesses to prosper during the COVID-19 pandemic. His beer delivery has become a popular service throughout the capital.
Podcast: The COVID Diaries, episode 2
In the second episode of the COVID Diaries, third year journalism students talk about the risks taken by family members in essential services, an athlete having to give up an Olympic dream, and how to keep up family traditions under COVID.
By Leila El Shennawy, Zak Mian and Sarah-Marie Smith
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1 min read
Carvers take up the challenge of turning ice into art at Winterlude
The Annual Winterlude Ice Carving Challenge marks a time of friendly competition for the world's best ice carvers.
By Sarah MacFarlane and Zak Mian
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2 min read