Ecology Ottawa praises plan to buy 350 electric buses, but urges more action
At an emergency meeting last Friday, Ottawa's Transit Commission voted in favour of the electrification of 350 diesel buses by 2026. While this number is lower than initially expected, Ecology Ottawa says the 350 buses will be a significant step toward cutting greenhouse gas emissions from Ottawa public transportation.
Supporters call for a municipal bike-share program in Ottawa
Montreal and Toronto have bike-share programs, why not Ottawa? supporters ask.
Ottawa transit users and critics want ‘genuinely reliable’ service following damning LRT report
The Ottawa LRT Public Inquiry final report found “persistent failures” during LRT construction and management. Critics are calling for reliable service as a means to restore some public trust.
Put it in Park: Ottawa’s e-scooter rental program is wrapping up, some hope for good
Ottawa's e-scooter rentals ran a third pilot program this summer claiming to have many changed. Accessibility concerned committees disagree.
OC Transpo failing young workers outside the city’s core, some residents say
Young voters say they want to see a transit system that better prioritizes them and their non-traditional commutes.
Ontario throne speech addresses stresses in health care, workforce, housing and transit
The Progressive Conservative government announced Ontario's plans for the next term of government in the throne speech.
Police prepare for Canada Day convoy protests with traffic control zone for Parliament Hill
Ottawa Police announce traffic control zone around Parliament Hill.
Road warriors: Drivers during power outage experienced accidents, flashing lights, reckless behaviour and lots of traffic jams
Driving through power outages can be both frustrating and educating. Read to find out more about the driving experience during a power outage.
Ottawa’s e-scooter program returns despite opposition from disability advocates over sidewalk hazards
As the e-scooter pilot program heads into its third summer, accessibility issues persist despite approval from City Council
OC Transpo to review inspection, enforcement system for tracking bus, LRT fare payments
OC Transpo is reviewing its enforcement of fare payments.
Rising prices at the gas pump putting pressure on Ontario drivers
Rising gas prices a putting a lot of pressure on Canadians.
Fare-free month of convoy compensation should just be start, says group aiming to scrap transit fees
One free month of OC Transpo rides isn't enough for the group Free Transit Ottawa which is demanding free transit year round.