Reef concerns: Artificial materials a means to mitigate global collapse
With global warming accelerating the destruction of the world’s reefs, artificial reefs may act as a stopgap to help preserve marine life. From their early beginnings to more modern designs, conservation scientists break down the benefits and cons of these structures.
Feeling the heat: Are Canadian doctors ready for the rising tide of eco-anxiety?
Amid soaring rates of eco-anxiety driven by climate change, Canadian health-care professionals have been pushing for more support in addressing this new mental-health challenge. A growing number are also calling for a significant rethink of how medical education is delivered, arguing that the new field of “planetary health” should be an integral part of medical training and residencies – a...
Sloppy defence costs Titans the win in series finale against Washington
A brutal fifth and sixth inning, plus a misplay in the ninth, cost Ottawa a series win against the Washington Wild Things.
Ottawa BlackJacks hope ex-NBA talent will lead way to 2022 CEBL championship
The Ottawa BlackJacks are looking forward to a new season of great basketball in the capital.
Carleton’s MJ class explores COVID-19’s ‘novel times’
Students from Carleton University’s Master of Journalism program have worked tirelessly over the past few months to produce an array of multimedia news and feature stories that chronicle this unusual moment in the life of Canada and the world. The stories are collected at The Novel Times. All of the articles at the website have been made possible thanks to...
Canada’s Borer War: Ottawa on front line in fight against ash-killing beetle that has wiped out 50,000 trees
Ottawa's war on the Emerald Ash Borer enters a new phase.
The Eyes That Bind: Non-verbal communication in the age of COVID-19
A woman who wears a Niqab, a man who’s deaf, an actor,a psychotherapist and a researcherweigh in on communicating with concealed faces. Have you ever heard of a Duchenne smile? While an ordinary smile might be bound to the mouth, the Duchenne goes beyond, incorporating other parts of the face to great effect. “It’s the difference between somebody who smiles,...
Signs and sounds from Edmonton’s Fight for Equity anti-racism rally
Nearly 15,000 gathered on the grounds of the Alberta legislature in Edmonton Friday evening for a Black Lives Matter protest. Organizers said the Fight for Equity rally aimed to spark awareness and conversation about racism, inequality in the justice system and police brutality. Here are some of the signs and scenes from the mass demonstration, along with audio clips capturing...
In photos: No Peace Until Justice march filled downtown streets
Protestors gathered in Ottawa on June 5 for an anti-racism march in light of the recent death of George Floyd.
Indigenous Art and Entrepreneurship Conference works to preserve tradition, empower women
The annual Indigenous Art & Entrepreneurship brought both Indigenous and non-Indigenous people together to learn and admire Indigenous art forms.
Art Battle brings out local artists and hidden talent
Artists battle it out to win prize money and the title of best artist of the night.
The ‘hidden languages’ of Italy survive in Ottawa
More than 25 regional dialects exist within Italy, and Canada is a hotspot for these minority and regional languages, says Paul Rausch.
Ottawa’s JW-Jones talks about fatherhood and performing with blues legends
JW-Jones is juggling fatherhood and a successful career as a blues guitarist.
Ottawa’s Jeff Thomas found a second life on his artistic journey
Jeff Thomas is a self-taught professional photographer working to create conversation about Indigenous experience.
Federal initiatives hope to curb abuse in sports
Ottawa experts weigh in on the recent measures taken by the federal government to address abuse in sport
International student crowdfunds for tuition to stay in Canada
Henrique Arkanjo's friend set up a GoFundMe campaign to raise money for Arkanjo's college tuition.
Lowering the bar: Even in the #MeToo age, female servers fear speaking out about harassment
Female bartenders and servers in Ottawa struggle to hold onto jobs in a workplace where excessive drinking and sexual harassment are considered just part of the job. Many bartenders are now demanding change and to hold managers accountable.
On the same page: Ottawa school board seeks the path to reconciliation with Indigenous students
Students and experts say that including more Indigenous literature in classrooms is crucial for reconciliation in schools.
Anyone can do a flip for fun
Nick Grimard is passing on the lessons of a lifetime in gymnastics.
Ottawa experts skeptical of numbers in the Liberals’ poverty reduction report
Ottawa anti-poverty experts are skeptical of the Liberals' new Opportunity for All report because of 2016 changes to how the federal government measures poverty rates. They said the numbers are not accurate.
Life as an immigrant on the Ottawa police frontline
Gustavo Lima is living his dream as a police constable in Ottawa.
Unaffordable Designs: Why Ottawa transit planning is bad news for affordable housing
Activists and experts warn that housing will become less affordable in Ottawa as Light Rail Stage 2 unfolds unless the city acts.
Cold weather can present unique challenges for electric vehicle drivers
Cold weather can affect the performance of electric vehicles.
Healing the healers: Ottawa agencies helping first responders cope with mental health concerns
The stress faced by first responders can lead to mental health concerns. Meet the groups who are trying to help.
Ottawa Public Health calling for stricter regulations on cannabis edibles to protect children
Ottawa's Medical Officer of Health has concerns that Health Canada's proposed edible cannabis regulations aren't enough to protect children.
Ottawa’s top food safety violations: What’s behind the numbers
A Capital Current analysis of food safety data revealed food contamination, food temperatures and poorly equipped premises are the most common violations in the city.
Poor conditions may be more than a bump in the road as pothole complaints soar in Ottawa
Reports about Ottawa's road surface conditions have soared.
Ottawa victims of Ethiopian Airlines crash remembered for their “presence” and “selflessness”
Four people with ties to Ottawa died in the crash of an Ethiopian Airlines plane.
The forgotten faces of death: Ottawa funeral industry workers seek solace in peer support group
People who work in the funeral industry in Ottawa have formed a peer support group to cope with the stress of the job.
Ottawa lags in reducing single-use plastic, councillor says
Capital Ward Counc. Shawn Menard says city hall needs to do more about single-use plastics.
Ottawa transit users concerned about reliability of OC Transpo’s new travel app
A new app has been launched by OC Transpo to indicate travel routes with the new LRT line, but it is being met with skepticism by transit users.
Indigenous leaders are developing strategies to protect traditional knowledge in the digital age
Indigenous leaders are developing strategies to prevent the appropriation of traditional knowledge and culture.
Indigenous experts skeptical about proposed child welfare legislation
With the recent introduction of a new Indigenous child-welfare bill, some groups are skeptical about the effectiveness of the legislation.
Gift from the heart: Maximizing the blood supply in Ottawa
Rain or shine, there are different challenges to maintaining a national blood supply throughout the year. Organizations like Canadian Blood Services and blood distribution organizations are central to ensuring its availability to those in need.
Winter conditions hinder accessibility in Ottawa
This is Ottawa's worst winter in years for accessibility, advocate says.
Changes to Ontario Autism funding to put bigger burden on parents
Changes to the Ontario Autism Program have parents worried about losing therapy funding, increased wait times and a lot of debt. Some were forced to sell their homes and cars to afford therapy for their children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)—even before the funding model changed. “When we heard the announcement there was a lot of crying in our house,”...
There’s an app for that: Ottawa author is encouraging kids to be kinder through tech
An Ottawa author is trying to turn the kids of today into leaders of tomorrow with an app that encourages kindness.
Ottawa woman raises awareness about autoimmune conditions one sock at a time
An Ottawa woman has started an initiative to give out socks to raise awareness of autoimmune diseases.
Experts remain concerned despite small drop in opioid related emergency visits in Ottawa
Recent data shows no increase in emergency department visits for suspected overdoses for 2018, but experts warn the opioid crisis continues.
‘Mayor for a Day’ contest aims to give youth a voice in city politics
Youth leaders are spearheading the Mayor for a Day contest because they want to engage other young people in municipal politics.
Fillings or finances: Changes to OSAP are worrying students in Ontario
Will the Ontario government's changes to OSAP make university more affordable? This story breaks down what these changes will mean for students.
Fridays for their future: Ottawa sisters call for federal climate action
Two Ottawa sisters are making their voices known by protesting against the lack of environmental action by the federal government.
Iranian DJ ditches Ottawa for fresh tracks in Tehran
Iranian DJ Golbon Moltaji has left Ottawa seeking greener pastures back home.
Closure of Parliament’s Centre Block changing tourism in Ottawa
With the Centre Block of Parliament being closed for the next decade, Ottawa's tourism industry is changing the way people visit Parliament and Ottawa.
Breaking barriers: New Ottawa study aims to empower those battling addictions and homelessness
People experiencing homelessness are facing barriers entering the workforce. A new study aims to find solutions from within the community.
Carleton announces five-point plan to help prevent future false alarms
The president of Carleton University has announced a five-point plan to ensure that the kind of false alarm of an active shooter that panicked the campus recently doesn’t happen in the future. Carleton University’s president Benoit-Antoine Bacon said in a statement issued Monday that the error on Jan. 28 occurred after a “wrong computer key was hit” and sent out...
New exhibitions at Carleton’s gallery aim to serve campus and civic communities
The winter season at the Carleton University Art Gallery features three exhibits centred around themes that connect the university campus to the wider community.
An Amber Alert for dementia sufferers needed, say caregivers
Six in 10 people diagnosed with Dementia will wander at least once.
Skaters hopeful early opening means longer season for Rideau Canal Skateway
The weather outside may be frightful, but it's might be making for good skating conditions on the Rideau Canal.