PODCAST: C U in Court! 150 years of the Supreme Court of Canada
The Supreme Court of Canada is commemorating its 150th anniversary in 2025. In this five-episode podcast, students in a legal journalism course at Carleton look back on the court’s humble beginnings in 1875, examine some landmark decisions and societal debates, and look ahead to the future. As the Supreme Court of Canada commemorates its 150th year, the country finds itself amidst...
The desert blooms: Old Hull residents welcome the first grocery store in 25 years
The neighbourhood of Old Hull now has it's first grocery store since 1999, and neighbourhood residents are pleased.
Ottawa curler Lisa Weagle hoping to make a return to Olympic competition
The Canadian Olympic Curling trials will decide who will represent Canada at the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing.
Witness to Beirut’s tragedy: A Canadian immigrant describes what it’s like to watch the horror from afar
On 4 August 2020, a large amount of ammonium nitrate stored at the Port of Beirut in the capital city of Lebanon exploded, causing at least 218 deaths, 7,000 injuries, and US$15 billion in property damage, and leaving an estimated 300,000 people homeless. And I was here. In Ottawa.
COVID consequences: It’s tricky tying the knot during a pandemic
Two brides navigate wedding planning in a pandemic. For the wedding industry, it's been no piece of cake.
Canada in a race to build the next best electric car battery
Tesla's batteries have positioned the company as an industry leader in the race to define the future of the auto industry and proven the need to develop and enhance battery technology.
COVID consequences: Pandemic puts pressure on plans to cut plastic waste
Canada has a goal of zero waste plastic, but the pandemic has put this goal in jeopardy.
Despite pandemic, Ottawa library branches connecting with patrons — one database at a time
The Ottawa Public Library has experienced some positives since the pandemic began, including an increase in users.
Pandemic pressures: COVID-19 restrictions cause concerns about development of young children
The isolation caused by the COVID-19 pandemic has experts looking into it's effects on young children, just learning to socialize with peers. Experts have noted increased anxiety and behavioural problems amongst children during this time.
Federal leaders mark the bitter anniversary of the COVID-19 pandemic
Canadian Prime minister Justin Trudeau marks March 11 as a day to commemorate those who lost their lives and were affected by COVID-19.
Lookahead ’21: Alberta seniors club helps community battle pandemic isolation
For many members of the Okotoks and District Seniors Club, which serves the town of 31,000 south of Calgary, the pandemic has meant learn how to use technology or face long stretches of loneliness. “The main thing for the seniors is the social aspect,” said Valerie Thom, the club’s outreach co-ordinator. And connecting people remains the ODSC’s priority today. Even...
Podcast: Coping With COVID 2020 – Episode 5
In this newscast, Carleton journalists explore how COVID-19 has impacted travel, holiday shopping and private and online education.
Podcast: Coping With COVID 2020 – Episode 4
Episode 4 of Coping with COVID 2020 shares stories about creative financial incomes, the triumphs and trials of new parenthood, and quirks of the holiday season.
Podcast: Coping With COVID 2020 – Episode 3
As the pandemic continues on, people are finding ways to cope emotionally, physically and socially from such things as high school theatre and pop-up wineries.
Podcast: Coping With COVID 2020 – Episode 2
A group of Carleton University students work remotely from their own homes, to bring you the most up-to-date stories on Canadians managing through the current conditions of COVID-19.
Podcast: Coping With COVID 2020 – Episode 1
In this episode, we will explore how the pandemic is affecting Canadians in a variety of ways: we’ll dive into the struggles of students and the education system, the homeless population, and current events that are reshaping society.
Podcast: COVID Impact 2020 – Episode 5
Among the darkness cast by the pandemic, Canadians are coming together for a common good. Whether it’s adopting pets, playing community games, building virtual concerts, or even growing a moustache, people everywhere are finding new ways to stay connected.
Podcast: COVID Impact 2020 – Episode 4
In this episode, hear about how the pandemic is affecting minor league hockey teams, small-business owners, golfers, artists, and the defund the police movement.
Podcast: COVID Impact 2020 – Episode 3
In this episode, dreams, therapy and wellness have all been affected by COVID-19. Also, a look at tree-planting in Canada and freedom of speech in Canadian universities.
Podcast: COVID Impact 2020 – Episode 2
In this episode, hear how people are adjusting to and coping with life during COVID-19.
Podcast: COVID Impact 2020 – Episode 1
In this episode, hear how shoppers, students, athletes, and drag artists have been affected and how they are adapting.
Listen: How we got the story – Episode 8
In this episode of Capital Current: Behind the Story, we reflect on the Capital Current Summer 2020 Journalism Experience.
Listen: How we got the story – Episode 7
In this episode of Capital Current: Behind the Story, we hear about the pandemic's impact on U Sports' age cap and the return of professional sports.
Listen: How we got the story – Episode 6
In this episode of Capital Current: Behind the Story, we hear about a selfless act that's been delayed by the pandemic and what the move to Stage 3 means for childcare centres.
Listen: How we got the story – Episode 5
In this episode of Capital Current: Behind the Story, we hear about the debate around free expression and cancel culture and how the pandemic is affecting the future of affordable housing.
Listen: Shook – A Podcast Mini Series – Episode 1
On this episode of Shook, Capital Current explores how the pandemic has impacted the work of researchers.
Listen: How we got the story – Episode 4
In this episode of Capital Current: Behind the Story, we hear about changes in the animation industry and tips for working from home.
Listen: How we got the story – Episode 3
In this episode of Capital Current: Behind the Story, we hear about the need for improved vehicle collision data and Ottawa's 2020 Pride celebrations.
Listen: How we got the story – Episode 2
In this second episode of Capital Current: Behind the Story, we hear about how face masks might - or might not - affect the way we communicate with others and a new tourism initiative in Ottawa.
Listen: How we got the story – Episode 1
In this first episode of Capital Current: Behind the Story, we hear about side effects of PPE and a special group of Ottawa musicians.