With half of reported thefts in Somerset Ward on Bank Street, small businesses are calling for police support
Capital Current has found that 44 per cent of thefts in Somerset Ward occur on a stretch of Bank Street running from MacLaren to McLeod streets.
Stitches and soil: Ottawa artists support Palestine through their work
How is the Ottawa art community showing solidarity for Palestine?
Ottawa councillors decline to block controversial Tewin housing project
The Tewin housing development appears set to proceed after Ottawa councillors voted down a motion to block the controversial project. The suburban development southeast of the city, approved in 2021, is projected eventually to house 35,000 to 45,000 residents. Critics object to the development because of the costs of connecting the community to water, wastewater and transit services and because...
Improving Centretown accessibility frustrated by ‘ignorance, attitude’ and available funds for small businesses, advocates say
As the 2025 AODA deadline passes, Ottawa advocates and small businesses call for stronger support.
Advocates work to fill gap in breast-cancer care for Black women in Ottawa
Black women in Canada have the highest breast cancer mortality rates. They are diagnosed at later stages and screened less.
Theft in Sandy Hill surges 77 per cent since 2018 to reach highest rate in Ottawa
Capital Current finds that theft in the Sandy Hill neighbourhood is up some 77 per cent in 2025 over the numbers in 2018.
New Ottawa workshop addresses stigma around men’s mental health
A new Ottawa workshop offers men an opportunity to open up about their mental health.
ByWard Market thefts down but businesses aren’t feeling the relief
Crimes in the ByWard Market are down but some wonder if residents are no longer reporting incidents to police out of frustration.
‘I can’t keep doing this’: Commuters from West Ottawa share frustration about unreliable buses
West end commuters are struggling to adapt to missing and late buses as construction on the O-train's Line 3 continues.
‘Overdue’ Ontario minimum wage increase keeping workers treading water, employees, experts say
While Ontario has raised the minimum wage rate again, it's really only keeping low-income workers up with inflation and not helping them move forward, experts say.
“This is my bike!”: Ottawa family races to recover stolen e-bike
To protect you investment, lock your bike in well-lit, highly visible areas with sturdy, immovable racks. Use a high-grade steel lock and secure the frame and wheels properly, ideally with more than one lock. Then register your bike with the free 529 Garage app, which allows police to quickly identify and return stolen bikes to their owners.
Uncertainty about federal funding cuts raising concern for women and 2SLGBTQIA+ Ottawa programs
As the federal budget fast approaches, women and 2SLGBTQIA+ organizations demand funding levels for Women and Gender Equality Canada be maintained.
‘Special’ Nepean bookstore closing after 50 years
After 50 years of business, The Book Market Nepean will close it's doors soon.
‘Riding a wave of urgency’: Ottawans rally behind the fight to end youth homelessness
Experts say the fight to end homelessness is urgent. The Alliance to End Homelessness Ottawa hosted its first annual Race to End Homelessness to raise money and awareness for the cause.
Ottawa’s multicultural cuisines: How immigrant restaurants shape the city
Immigrant restaurants and cooking classes are redefining Ottawa’s culinary identity and that matters as intolerance rises.
Crafting combat: How veterans turn memories into models and help ease mental concerns
After facing challenges on and off the battlefield, veterans are using model building as a way to find community support.
OC Transpo’s New Ways to Bus is a ‘mixed bag’ for west end commuters
On April 27, OC Transpo implemented its new bus network, New Ways to Bus. How has it affected west end commuters?
New $25M housing bond campaign in Ottawa turns neighbours into investors
A new bond will allow residents to invest in two local non-profits to preserve affordable housing.
‘We need to unearth these stories’: Ottawa’s first all-Chinese hockey team showcased in new Glebe mural
Tia Wong, artist and long-time Glebe resident, turned the story of Ottawa's first all-Chinese hockey team into a mural celebrating local history and diversity.
Ottawa crime writers gather grim tales in new anthology set in the capital
Capital Crime Writers is releasing an anthology called A Capital Mystery, available Oct. 15. The group has supported and fostered a community of crime fiction writers since the '90s.
Ottawa temporarily cuts developer fees as part of the city’s housing accelerator plan
Ottawa is temporarily cutting Community Benefit Charges (CBCs) for developers, lowering fees from four per cent to two per cent of land value in a move to stimulate housing construction.
Some Ottawa Metro stores reduce daily student discount to once a week as food insecurity rises
Some Metro grocery stores in Ottawa are cutting a daily discount for students to once a week as the affordability crisis continues to grow in the capital.
Some Ottawa businesses see strong summer rebound as tourists return in force to the capital
Ottawa saw a surge in tourism this past summer with July and August setting records.
Blunt oversight: As knife violence continues in Ottawa, data about the danger is lacking
Eight stabbings have happened Ottawa within the last four months, what action is being taken?
Ottawa councillors say ‘no’ to declaring Hintonburg a heritage district
Ottawa city councillors have rejected the idea of declaring the historically rich neighbourhood of Hintonburg as one of the heritage conservation districts.
Councillors approve high-rise plan over local fears about light and density
A Cyrville high-rise development is set to proceed despite objections from some residents, who say it will radically alter their neighbourhood.
Many Ottawa Valley residents unhappy about glyphosate spraying
A recent aerial-spraying campaign using the herbicide glyphosate prompted the emergence of a citizen-based action to oppose such spraying campaigns in the Ottawa Valley and Ontario.
‘We let this happen’: Ottawa seniors fight for climate action
Ottawa seniors are turning up the heat on climate action by demanding change for the future.
Is the LRT east extension on track to open before 2026? Commuters sure hope so
Ottawa's east end residents cautiously hopeful OC Transpo's LRT east extension is heading for opening by year-end.
Ottawa police to start wearing body cameras in the fall but longer-term costs uncertain
Ottawa police will press ahead with a body camera trial this fall, though questions remain about the overall costs of a larger roll-out of the devices.
Doug Ford’s push to ban speed cameras sparks public backlash over safety concerns around schools
Doug Ford's ban on speed enforcement cameras is rising safety concerns among parents and others in Ottawa.
Pro and con: Hockey fans have mixed reaction to Alex Formenton not returning to the Ottawa Senators
The Ottawa Senators' decision not to re-sign forward Alex Formenton after his acquittal on sex assault charges is drawing a reaction from fans and the broader community.
Denied at the door: Guide dog users in Ottawa say they still face discrimination
Guide dog users say discrimination remains a daily reality despite laws meant to protect them.
StopGap Ottawa building bridges to business for people with disabilities
When Maheeshan Sivanesan arrived at a convenience store on Sunnyside Avenue recently, he realized one step was all it took to shut him out. Sivanesan relies on a motorized wheelchair to get around Ottawa and often runs into barriers. He said many businesses, particularly in the Glebe, are not accessible for people with physical disabilities. “Bank Street overall, the majority...
‘Life is about doing everything together:’ Language exchange creates a sense of community out of diversity
Facilitating conversation around language and cultures, BlaBla unites likeminded Ottawans interested in connecting with new people.
Perley Health turns to children to help improve dementia care
Ottawa’s Perley Health is building a dementia-friendly daycare to explore how children may improve quality of life for seniors with dementia.
Ottawa councillors welcome plan to build Quebec City-Toronto high-speed rail link
Fast train service has been a dream for decades in Canada, the only G7 country without high-speed rail, and Ottawa city councillors are supportive of the latest plan that could get commuters from Ottawa to Toronto in just over two hours.
Ottawa ends hybrid work for city workers … sort of
A watered-down mandate for Ottawa city staff to return to in-person work was passed by City Council Sept. 24, but some councillors wonder whether the new order really changes much.
Crossing the line? Proposed protest bylaws threaten advocacy, climate activists say
Proposed bubble bylaws including in the City of Ottawa threaten the right to free speech, activists say.
Giving a dam for 50 years: Canada’s relationship with its national animal
The beaver has been an official symbol of Canada for 50 years, but we don't treat them with the respect that deserve, experts say.
Chinatown BIA director wants his community to be safe
Yukang Li is executive director of the Chinatown BIA. In his four years in the job he has become more and more concerned about public safety in his community.
Rising popularity of K-pop and K-dramas a sign of shifting perceptions of Korean identity and culture
Nukes. Bombs. War. North Korea. These are words Jenny Kwak, a 22-year-old Korean-Canadian, often heard when people discussed her heritage. Growing up in Toronto, she always felt like she stood out. Her food was different. Her features didn’t fit in. When she met people who weren’t from her community, she learned to steel herself for the stereotyping. Then came 2012,...
Here comes the night: Mathieu Grondin aims to bring new energy to Ottawa after dark
Mathieu Grondin became Ottawa's Nightlife Commissioner 15 months ago. His mandate in Ottawa includes implementing the city’s Nightlife Economy Action Plan and leading the newly created Ottawa Nightlife Office.
Judy Trinh’s journey from refugee to reporter
From fleeing Vietnam as a child to becoming a national correspondent with CTV News, Judy Trinh has built a career uncovering stories and giving back to her Vietnamese community.
Trinity Lowthian realizes her Paralympic fencing dream
Last year, Ottawa's Trinity Lowthian achieved her childhood dream of representing Team Canada.
TikTok influencer Gabriel Yorke shines a humorous spotlight on Carleton University
Gabriel Yorke is a marketing student at Carleton University. He is also a successful TikTok influencer with some 144,800 followers who enjoy his satirical take on university life.
‘A trailblazer’: Trina Mather-Simard shows the way for Indigenous tourism
Trina Mather-Simard's career has involved horses, festivals and workshops — but through it all, growing Indigenous tourism has always been at the heart of her work.
Althia Raj balances politics and community in Ottawa
Althia Raj has spent years reporting and providing analysis of the happenings at Parliament Hill. She is also active in Ottawa's arts scene.
Ottawa scientist Emilio Alarcón champions diversity in his research
University of Ottawa Scientist Emilio Alarcón has been named one of Canada's most inspiring immigrants for his disability advocacy and research.
Marisa Moher breaks down barriers for youth through community and compassion
Marisa Moher's position at Youturn is more than operations and finances. She is driven by the goal to give all youth in Ottawa the opportunity to succeed.