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.
Leading the Charge: Gwyneth Philips’ rapid rise to be the team’s starting goalie
Gwyneth Philips returns to the Ottawa Charge's net. But how did she make such a large mark as a rookie?
Suzanne Obiorah offers leadership in improving access for all to public health in Ottawa
Suzanne Obiorah, CEO of the Somerset West Community Health Centre, works to minimize racial and social disparities in Ottawa.
Ottawa teen Kevin Tobin’s determination takes him to kayak bronze at world championships
Despite living with ADHD and autism, Kevin Tobin is dismantling stigma around disabled youth athletes by proving with tenacious determination that he can achieve his goals.
From refugee to changemaker: Solange Tuyishime Keita’s path to empower women and girls
From surviving civil war to becoming president and CEO of her own organization and competing in national pageants, Solange Tuyishime Keita has devoted her life to empowering women and girls.
Sarah Dobbin makes waves with marathon swim in support of Ottawa Riverkeeper
Sarah Dobbin had never swum more than 25 kilometres when she tackled a 50-kilometre swim from Parliament Hill to Wendover to fundraise for Ottawa Riverkeeper.
Ashley Fraser captures Ottawa through her camera lens
Ashley Fraser's camera has captured Freedom Convoy protests, Snoop Dogg's Ottawa visit and many more Ottawa events.
Bytown is “the best” for We Were Sharks guitarist Colin Jacques
We Were Sharks guitarist Colin Jacques explores his connection to Ottawa after performing in the city's biggest music festival.
Joel Kowalski brings whitewater adventure and a new beachside café to Ottawa’s waterfront
Former professional kayaker, Joel Kowalski, has turned his passion into a career as the president of Wilderness Tours. He is expanding the business into Ottawa with a new seasonal café and rentals at Westboro Beach.
Jessica Traina curates what Ottawa has to offer
Jessica Traina has turned a way to explore Ottawa into a career as an local content creator, sharing guides and tips with thousands of followers.
Bestselling author Katie Tallo sets mystery thrillers in Ottawa
Katie Tallo is an international bestselling author of mystery thrillers, who finds inspiration and sets novels in Ottawa neighbourhoods and businesses.
Target of hate-driven paintball attack in Kanata revealed to be pride flag
A flag displayed at a Kanata home and which was vandalized in June — leading to an Ottawa police hate-crime investigation and several charges against a local man — was a pride banner, Capital Current has learned. In a June 30 press release, the Ottawa Police Service announced five counts of “hate/bias-motivated mischief and harassment” charges against a 41-year-old male...
‘World’s largest’ inflatable attraction bounces into Ottawa over long weekend
The Big Bounce Canada, billed as the biggest touring inflatable event in the world, brought loads of fun to families in Ottawa over the August long weekend. The event was held on the grounds of the RA Centre on Riverside Drive from Friday to Sunday, Aug. 1-3. A three-hour pass for children 15 and under was $49. “We have giant...
New mounted unit awaits gear, more training before police horses fully deploy
The new mounted unit of the Ottawa Police Service has secured a stable in the south end of the city but awaits further training and equipment — including protective gear the horses will wear when providing crowd control at demonstrations — before fully deploying next month, according to a recent report presented to the Ottawa Police Service Board. Since April,...
‘Turn the heat up on ICE’: Protest slams crackdown by U.S immigration agency
In the shadow of the U.S embassy, a small group of demonstrators lined the sidewalk on July 17 to condemn the Trump administration’s ongoing crackdown against undocumented immigrants and others — including some Canadians travelling south of the border. The protesters held signs with slogans calling for the “ICE to melt” while others were plastered with the faces of Canadians...
Battery project highlights clash between city’s energy goals and local concerns
A massive energy storage facility to be located in rural west-end Ottawa was recently approved by city council, but remains a contentious project among locals in the area. The planned $650-million Battery Energy Storage System is to be built along a power transmission line off of Marchurst Road between the villages Dunrobin and Carp, northwest of Kanata. It’s the second...
New legislation renders OPS special event staffing process non-compliant
The Ottawa Police Service may need to change its administrative process for staffing special events such as professional sports games, festivals and construction sites following a change in provincial legislation. On July 7, the Ottawa Police Service Board’s policy and governance committee received an update on which body has the authority to oversee the staffing of these shifts, which are...