Youth fighting for stronger climate change policies in Canada
Catherine McKenna held a town hall as a lead to the April 1 introduction of the new federal carbon tax and climate change activists don’t believe her policies are enough.
As a review begins, city’s decade-old parking strategy needs an update, say critics
Ottawa’s parking management strategy hasn’t been updated since 2009: critics say it’s about time.
No more free pollution: It’s carbon tax time in Ontario
Untangling the carbon tax.
Indigenous languages bill “a start” toward revitalizing Ottawa communities
New Indigenous Language Act, a “stepping stone” in the revitalization of Indigenous culture.
Indigenous experts skeptical about proposed child welfare legislation
With the recent introduction of a new Indigenous child-welfare bill, some groups are skeptical about the effectiveness of the legislation.
Five not so easy pieces: NCC reveals new plan to develop LeBreton Flats
The NCC detailed its new timeline for the Lebreton Flats development in a news release Thursday.
Changes to Ontario autism funding angers parents
Changes to the Ontario Autism Program have parents worried about losing therapy funding, increased wait times and a lot of debt. Some have already had to sell their homes or cars to afford therapy for their children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) even before the funding model changed. “When we…
‘Mayor for a Day’ contest aims to give youth a voice in city politics
Youth leaders are spearheading the Mayor for a Day contest because they want to engage other young people in municipal politics.
Fillings or finances: Changes to OSAP are worrying students in Ontario
Will the Ontario government’s changes to OSAP make university more affordable? This story breaks down what these changes will mean for students.
Fridays for their future: Ottawa sisters call for federal climate action
Two Ottawa sisters are making their voices known by protesting against the lack of environmental action by the federal government.