‘Amazing sight to see’: Amid climate upheaval, Ottawa storm chaser shares passion for observing tornadoes up close
Extreme storms have fascinated Ottawa’s Andrew Macklin his entire life. Whether it’s a brewing thunderstorm or a full-fledged tornado, Macklin always wants to get a front row seat to the action. “My grandparents lived on a big hill overlooking Lake Ontario,” Macklin said. “I would sit in my grandfather’s lap and watch lightning every summer night. That really sparked my...
City council adopts new solid waste plan
City council has passed a solid waste management plan that will extend the life of the Trail Road Landfill.
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.
Senate passes new bill tackling environmental racism
The Canadian Senate announced the passing of Bill C-226 that will address environmental racism and justice in Canada.
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.
No quick fix: Invasive species, fires and a warming climate hamper trees’ ability to capture carbon
Over the last decade, governments in Canada have announced various efforts to boost and conserve these vital forest populations. However, nvasive species, forest fires, and extreme weather are interfering with trees’ ability to sequester carbon dioxide.
The Ottawa River in focus: Speaking up for our embattled urban waterway
Capital Current explores how local residents interact with the Ottawa River and whether these interactions are sustainable for the future of this essential environment.
Swimming in rough seas: The quest for a sustainable seal harvest continues
The federal Department of Fisheries and Oceans has issued a new report showing a dramatic rise in the number of seals.
Researchers test strategies to sustain ice on Skateway in warmer Ottawa winters
Researchers from Carleton University are working with the NCC to find ways to keep the Rideau Canal Skateway open in the face of a warming climate.
A big bite: Tick populations expected to surge after Ottawa’s mild winter, balmy spring
Warmer winters are causing populations of ticks to expand in the Ottawa area bringing a risk of infection including Lyme disease.
Conservative rally to ‘axe the tax’ previews federal vote over carbon price
WTF? “Where’s the funds?” That’s what federal Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre says Canadians need to ask about the April 1 increase in the national price on carbon under the Liberal government’s centrepiece policy to fight climate change. Conservative supporters at a recent “Axe the Tax” rally at the Infinity Convention Centre in in the city’s south end were part of...
Toxic trouble: More oversight needed on ubiquitous ‘forever’ chemicals, say researchers
Researchers say that everyone has been exposed to toxins at some point in their life. One of the most commonly found sets of toxins are called PFAS, a set of toxins that can be found in nearly every product and the environment.