‘Democratizing’ zero waste: Can waste-free living be for everyone?
From Vancouver to Ottawa, stores like NU Grocery are dispensing a variety of food and cleaning products free of plastic packaging in an effort to cut waste. But some are saying that a zero-waste lifestyle is a privilege not everyone in Ottawa can afford.
League brings basketball back with Ottawa BlackJacks
Basketball is coming back to Ottawa, as the Ottawa Blackjacks will be joining the CEBL next year.
Recreational programs important for youth development, experts say
Experts are highlighting the benefits of local recreation programs for low-income youth in Ottawa.
Para Transpo riders feel neglected as Ottawa tables 2020 city budget
Para Transpo riders are feeling neglected as the 2020 budget fails to address the core issues with the capital's accessible transit system.
Images of Remembrance: Canada honours the fallen
Canadians brave the cold to come together to honour the sacrifices of soldiers past and present.
Honouring the fallen at the National Military Cemetery
When it comes to marking Remembrance Day, the National Military Cemetery of Canada — located within Beechwood Cemetery – is one of the most sacred locations for Canada’s military community. Since 2001, an annual ceremony has been held at the cemetery to honour fallen veterans. “A lot of the families come to the National Military Cemetery to be at that...
From Eastview to Vanier: Community celebrates 50th year
As Vanier celebrates its 50th year, Capital Current explores the places and the people that make the neighbourhood come to life.
Skeptical Ottawa commuters want better answers and better transit from the city
The proposed 2020 budget for the city of Ottawa makes transit its priority as the system struggles. Commuters want to know how the money will be spent to better an unreliable operation.
Because of delays and other problems, LRT consortium has ‘failed’ residents, says city manager
Commuters of Ottawa will not find immediate respite to the frustrating issues they face as OC Transpo could not provide a “definite timeline” as to when the transport system will be reliable.
IN THE NEWS: Thursday, Nov 7
A roundup of some of the top headlines so far this week.
Ottawa Urban Design Awards recognize architectural excellence
A look into some of the award winning designs in the 2019 Ottawa Urban Design Awards.