Tracking COVID-19: Oct. 27
Capital Current tracks the progress of the pandemic in Canada.
Liberals’ rent-to-own policy proposal ‘nibbling at edge’ of housing affordability problem: expert
The rent-to-own program proposed by the Liberals may not be enough to make housing more affordable for Ottawa residents.
Charity affiliated with 67’s and Redblacks will carry on work of former Ottawa Senators Foundation
The Ottawa Senators Foundation will close by the end of the year. In anticipation, the charity has transferred its assets to the Ottawa Sports Entertainment Group Foundation.
New lending library makes it possible to enjoy the outdoors without breaking the bank
The new volunteer-based Ottawa Outdoor Gear Library opened five months ago on Boyd Avenue and it is busy gathering equipment to lend to Ottawa residents and help them better appreciate outdoor public spaces.
Beyond Van Gogh: An Instagrammable experience could be the future of art
As shows like Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience rise in popularity, Ottawa art galleries are re-examining how they can market and share their art.
Two book projects on New Edinburgh highlight community’s rich history
The neighbourhood of New Edinburgh is the second oldest community in Ottawa and has an abundance of history that is only starting to be explored in two upcoming books.
Ottawa trainers see increase in dogs facing separation anxiety as owners go back to work
Rising vaccination rates are causing anxiety for pets purchased at the start of the pandemic because they are being left alone by their humans.
Carleton student community seeks answers about suspension of Attendant Services Program
Carleton students are angry about the university’s decision to suspend the Attendant Services Program in fall term for COVID-19 health reasons.
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.
Alcohol-related deaths up during pandemic with anxiety, depression likely factors
Statistics Canada reports show increased alcohol mortality, likely due to barriers in accessing treatment amid COVID-19.