This bites: Cool weather not slowing hungry ticks in Ottawa
Lyme-carrying black-legged ticks creeping closer to the city than ever before. [Photo Courtesy of By Scott Bauer, U.S. Department of Agriculture]
Veterans Week in Ottawa marks 100th anniversary of end of First World War
It will be a busy week as Canada and Ottawa mark the 100th anniversary of the First World War.
Kristallnacht ceremony to feature music on a violin salvaged from the Holocaust
Members of Ottawa’s Jewish community will mark the 80th anniversary of Kristallnacht on Wednesday with a concert played on a violin saved from the destruction of the Holocaust.
Ottawa’s deaf community calls for official recognition of sign language
Ottawa’s deaf community wants to see sign languages officially recognized by the federal government in a new piece of legislation aimed at reducing barriers for people with disabilities.
Wildlife in Canada disappearing at accelerating rate, report suggests
According to the report, populations of snakes, turtles, frogs and salamanders in these two provinces have declined 16 per cent. The study says this data is subject to variance based on a limited sample size.
Carleton campus latest to be targeted by racist posters
Posters reading "It's okay to be white" have been found throughout the city, including Carleton University campus.
City conducting survey on cannabis retail stores
The City of Ottawa wants to know what residents think about retail cannabis stores, before it decides whether to allow them in the city.
Former Ottawa YMCA-YWCA director pleads guilty to fraud
Police say all money has been repaid after a former director of the National Capital Region YMCA-YW
Birds are good for your mental health, study shows
A study conducted in 100 Ottawa neighourhoods shows birds has a positive influence on residents' overall satisfaction with living environment.
Supreme Court should explain why it refuses to hear cases, critics say
Should the Supreme Court of Canada be more open about why it refuses to hear cases?
Becoming a bee city could be a sweet deal for Ottawa
City staff are looking into what it would take for Ottawa to become a bee-friendly city.
City holding cannabis information nights for parents
The City of Ottawa is offering information sessions on cannabis use this week.
Cannabis can impair driving five hours after consumption: study
A new study suggests that people shouldn't drive after consuming cannabis for six hours.
Recreational cannabis shortages on horizon already
Cannabis suppliers right now can only meet 30 to 60 percent of the demand for legal recreational cannabis.
Crime in Capital Ward has candidates talking safety
Data from Ottawa police showed a significant increase in assaults, sexual assaults and robberies in 2017 from the previous year and the ward’s five-year average.
Legal cannabis: Confusion surrounds dangers of driving high
A look into the disconnect between the low amount of drug-impaired collisions in Ottawa, and large public concern about driving while high as legalization approaches.
Ottawa police shun new gadgets to test for cannabis at roadside stops
Ottawa police will continue using the tried and true SFST and DRE tests when testing for cannabis at roadside stops, rather than the new Drager test.
Legal cannabis and schools: Here are four things you should know
With national recreational cannabis legalization set for October. 17, here are four things you need to know about how it could affect Ontario’s schools and school-age children.
Carleton bans smoking pot on campus
Carleton joins uOttawa, Saint Paul University and Algonquin College to rule on cannabis use on campus.
New report: Byward Market crime rates highest in Ottawa
A new study says that crime in Lowertown is three times worse that crime in neighbouring communities.
The Survivor’s Boat: healing through poetry
Carleton University student Elizabeth Peprah turned to poetry to heal from the trauma of a sexual assault in 2016. Today, she helps other survivors i
Algonquin College campuses now smoke-free zones; Saint Paul University to follow suit
Algonquin College campuses will be smoke-free zones until Jan 1, 2019 following a new interim policy put in place by the school.
More OC Transpo route adjustments coming Monday
OC Transpo is adjusting bus route changes that were made in early September before the LRT delay was announced.
From field to market
It's harvest season in Ottawa. Bramble Lea Farm reaps another harvest and a journey starts from the fields and crops to table.
Heritage experts say homeowners need greater incentives to keep up their properties
The fate of Magee House is an example of the kinds of issues that crop up in the preservation of heritage buildings.
Anthropocene reveals impact of humanity on planet in National Gallery exhibition
The National Gallery of Canada is hosting a major exhibition of photography, film and augmented reality that documents the impact of humanity on the Earth. It's called Anthropocene.
Heron Gate evictions point to growing affordable housing crisis in Ottawa
The eviction of more 400 people from the Heron Gate community raises concerns over the future of affordable housing in Ottawa.
City schedule changes for Thanksgiving in Ottawa
Ottawa is gearing up for Thanksgiving weekend — here are some of the city’s schedule changes to keep in mind.
Ottawa Fire Services launches pedestrian and cyclist safety campaign
Ottawa Fire Services' fourth annual Be Safe, Be Seen pedestrian and cyclist safety campaign is underway. The initiative runs to Oct. 31.
Thousands of permanent residents have no say in Ottawa’s election
They pay taxes, work, and study in the city, but they won’t be voting on Oct. 22.
Heron Gate: Community rallies Thursday in support of displaced residents
Residents were formally evicted on Sept. 30 and face an uncertain future.
Growth is slowing Barrhaven traffic to a crawl
For Barrhaven’s rapidly increasing resident pool traffic is a constant concern.
Ottawa elections 2018: Where are the women?
There are no women running for the city's top political job and it's a glaring concern for many.
Route rage: Frustrated commuters feel left behind by OC Transpo changes
Riders are angry after LRT delay makes new route changes premature.
Waste not, want not in blue bins placed in Ottawa parks
For the second year in a row, the city is testing ways to improve recycling in its parks.
ByWard at night: A glimpse into heart of darkness in downtown Ottawa
A photographic journey through a Saturday night in Ottawa's ByWard Market.
Gatineau residents displaced by twister deal with new normal
Ten days after a devastating tornado forced him from his home, Marc Racette says he is still busy trying to get his life back to normal.
Researchers worry beekeeping may negatively impact native bee populations
Little is known overall about native bee population levels and distribution in Canada.
Exhibit glimpses 150 years of Ottawa history through five sets of eyes
This story first appeared in Centretown News on April 14, 2018 A new exhibit at the Bytown Museum will encourage Ottawa residents to examine the city’s history from five different vantage points: the perspective of a farmer, a woman, a veteran, a child and an immigrant. The exhibit, titled Through the Eyes of Community: 150 Years of Ottawa’s History, explores...
City of Ottawa arranges task force in case of spring flooding
By Rielly Riggs | The City of Ottawa has partnered with local organizations to create a task force, which is designed to help residents if they experience flooding this spring.
Green Bin plan to include dog poop, plastic sparks uproar
This story first appeared in Centretown News on April 10, 2018 By Hilary Laffrenier The city’s recent decision to allow dog waste and plastic bags in green bins has sparked concern from both experts and some local councillors — including Somerset Coun. Catherine McKenney. After a 19-3 vote on March 28 to approve revisions to the city’s waste contract with...
Why we march
This story first aired on 25th Hour on March 14, 2018 Produced by Nadine Yousif, Selene Tan, and Hadiah Sakurai Early this year, the city of Ottawa came together in solidarity to march for the rights of all minorities for the second time. The Women’s March Ottawa drew in thousands of people, even more than the previous year. Yet, behind...