UOttawa encampment warned they are now considered to be trespassing by university administration
UOttawa has warned students to leave the encampment in from of Tabaret Hall be today, students say.
New survey shows Doug Ford’s approval down as rumours of early election swirl
New data from the Angus Reid Institute shows a three-point decrease in Ontario premier Doug Ford’s approval rating, now sitting at 31 per cent, the lowest among the premiers along with New Brunswick's Blaine Higgs.
$1.6M cost of policing pro-Palestinian protests in Ottawa shocking, uOttawa student says
A police report that talked about the cost of policing pro-Palestinian demonstrations condemned by protesters and students at an Ottawa Police Board meeting.
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.
Carleton graduates show support for Palestine despite warnings from school officials
Graduation ceremonies have been ongoing this week at Carleton University and some students decided to take the opportunity to show their support for Palestine.
New study finds 25 per cent of Canadians are living at poverty level
A new study published by Food Banks Canada found an estimated 25 per cent of Canadians are living in poverty.
Best before and maybe after: New initiative to show date on food isn’t necessarily best measure of food quality
Too Good To Go is launching the "Look-Smell-Taste" initiative in Canada to help reduce food waste.
Canadians concern about acts of hate against Jews and Muslims waning, poll concludes
Canadians remain concerned about antisemitic and anti-Muslim acts but their concern is eroding.
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.
OC Transpo offers upbeat performance assessment to Transit Commission
Ottawa's Transit Commission met Thursday to discuss upcoming OC Transpo closures and their overall performance in the first half of 2024.
Ottawa Community Housing CEO emphasizes need to work together
Ottawa Community Housing presented its 2023 report to city council on Wednesday and how it's planning to create more affordable housing.
Live Nation to open major new music venue in downtown Ottawa
The former Chapters building at the corner of Rideau Street and Sussex Drive in Downtown Ottawa will soon by a 2,000 seat music venue operated by Live Nation, the largest music promotion company in North America.
Council to settle the heritage designation of The Bay’s building on Rideau Street
Ottawa’s Built Heritage Committee has unanimously endorsed a report urging a heritage designation for the exterior of the Hudson’s Bay store on Rideau Street. City council will make a final determination of the building’s status. The building at 73 Rideau is east of the Chateau Laurier hotel on the north side of the street. In a committee meeting in April,...
Bank Street Wishlist: Wider sidewalks and bike lanes wanted
Wider sidewalks and bike lanes part of the wish list for users for Bank Street.
Nations League: Canadian Volleyball team loses final match to Serbia
The Canadian Men's National Volleyball team lost their final game against Serbia in the second leg of the Volleyball Nations League tournament.
The situational ethics of AI confronts post-secondary institutions
Universities are wrestling with the ethics of the use if Artificial Intelligence in the learning process.
Canadian Men’s Volleyball team secures tight victory over U.S.
The Canadian Men's Volleyball team won a tight game on Saturday against the U.S. as part of the Volleyball Nations League tournament.
Canadian Men’s Volleyball team loses to Argentina in second game of Nations League
Canada's national volleyball team lost to Argentina three sets to one on Thursday evening at TD Place.
Lest we forget: Despite the threatening weather, Ottawa remembers D-Day
Canadians remember and honour the sacrifice and courage of those who fought to liberate Europe from the Nazi menace on D-Day, Jun 6, 1944.
Men’s Volleyball Nations League kicks off in Ottawa with Canada win over Cuba
Canada won three sets to one over Cuba Tuesday evening in front of a home crowd at TD Place in Ottawa.
New study finds women and transgender artists underrepresented in Canadian radio
A new study shows that women, trans and BIPOC artists get less airtime on Canadian radio that white men.
New National Gallery exhibition celebrates Indigenous beadwork
The National Gallery of Canada unveiled its newest exhibition on May 17 celebrating contemporary Indigenous beadwork.
Diminishing support: Public support for pro-Palestinian encampments wanes the longer they last, survey shows
A new survey of Canadians and Americans shows that support for student encampments diminishes over time.
Bytown Museum unveils new exhibition on Ottawa’s healthcare history
The Bytown Museum unveiled a new temporary exhibition celebrating Ottawa's healthcare history on May 17.
80 years ago: Canadian War Museum remembers D-Day with new exhibitions and events
The Canadian War Museum is hosting new exhibitions and events to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day.
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.
Antiwar demonstrators attempt to shut down military trade show in Ottawa and condemn Gaza conflict and Canada’s role
Antiwar demonstrations were held today to protest CANSEC, Canada's main military trade show.
Northern Super League brings women’s pro soccer to Canada next spring
A new women's professional soccer league will debut next spring in six Canadian cities including Ottawa.
Ottawa police not investigating Tabaret statue vandalism
Ottawa police not investigating vandalism of uOttawa founder's statue.
More public servants support new federal return-to-office policy than oppose it: poll
New survey shows that more public service union members support the federal government's plan to have workers in the office three days a week.
Call for noise bylaw change echoes again at Ottawa city hall
Protesters were back at city hall to demand an amendment to the city's noise bylaw which limits the use of megaphones and speakers in public.
New University of Ottawa medical research centre approved by planning committee
Ottawa's Planning and Housing Committee approved a "state of the art" medical building in Alta Vista on Wednesday.
Capital Music Awards celebrate Ottawa’s growing music scene
The fifth annual Capital Music Awards highlighted Ottawa's music scene last Thursday with a sold-out show at the Bronson Centre Music Theatre.
Ottawa celebrates 11th International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia
Local and national leaders commemorated International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia on Friday.
It’s about the core: Webinar to discuss downtown Ottawa’s future
City Talk returns May 23 with a new discussion on what the future looks like for downtown Ottawa.
Liberal support falters with Muslims and Jews as Trudeau responds to Israel-Gaza conflict
A new Angus Reid poll shows support for the federal Liberals slipping with Canadian Jews and Muslims.
Ottawa city council votes yes to increase in development charges
Ottawa's city council voted Wednesday to replace a development charges bylaw from 2019.
Greenboro Community Centre to now carry Diane Deans name
Council votes to rename a community centre for the late Dian Deans, who died this week.
Council approves monument to Irish Famine victims in Lowertown park
Ottawa city council voted to create a monument honouring Irish refugees of the Great Irish Famine.
Pro-Palestinian, pro-Israeli protesters rally as city raises Star of David flag
Pro-Palestinian and Pro-Israel rallies attend the raising of the Israeli flag at Ottawa City Hall on Israel's Independence Day.
City’s decision to raise Israeli flag Tuesday draws a counter protest
Security will be tight for the flag-raising ceremony at City Hall marking the national day of the State of Israel.
First person: Weighing the pros and cons of internships for young journalists
Capital Current writer Victor Vegas Alvarez assesses the value of internships for young journalists.
Summer beat: Live music returning to downtown Ottawa
Free live music is returning to Ottawa's downtown core this summer.
Canada’s national party leaders reach new lows in popularity all at the same time
Canadians are disapproving of all three national party leaders at the same time, new polling shows.
Plan for stacked development in Kanata gets thumbs up from planning committee
Ottawa planning committee has endorsed a plan to build 100 stacked dwelling units on a private street.
Canadians believe pro-Palestinian protests likely won’t change institutions, government stance on Israel, survey shows
A new survey says pro-Palestinian protests won't change government's position on Israel.
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.