Canadian Museum of Nature embraces prescription program for mental health
The PaRx program is allowing doctors to prescribe patients passes to the Canadian Museum of Nature for the first time, in order to boost mental health.
Shortage of ice time at Ottawa arenas frustrates local sports teams
As demand increases and as more arena facilities temporarily close, local organizations are finding new ways to adapt to Ottawa's arena shortage.
Rising food prices prompt higher demand for Ottawa School Breakfast Program
The cost of food is not only impacting households, it has spurred a concerning increase in the use of Ottawa's school food program.
Ottawa’s new women’s hockey team hopes to build success with strong defence
Ottawa has created a team that will be exhausting to play against night after night
Music festival bolstered community spirit at Nepean farm
Hundreds of community members gathered to see live music and make memories at the second annual BeetBox Farm Music Festival in Nepean.
Lifeless Redblacks stumble against Montreal, drop to 4-11
Ottawa Redblacks fall to Montreal with a listless performance.
Post-game party pays off, as police report no major issues after Panda Game
The University of Ottawa hosted its first-ever Post-Panda Party Sunday night on the university campus to celebrate the 54th Panda Game and keep students from flooding Sandy Hill streets.
Complaints about backyard chickens suggest fowl still running afoul in Ottawa
The City of Ottawa has responded to 39 calls this year regarding backyard chickens, which aren't allowed in urban or suburban areas.
Disability advocates expose gaps in NCC River House’s accessibility
Audit reveals gaps in the NCC River House's accessibility. Advocates say this reflects a broader struggle in the city.
All the world’s a stage as Carleton’s Sock ‘n’ Buskin turns to Shakespeare’s Macbeth to open their new season
The pandemic over, Sock ‘n’ Buskin turns to its 2023-2024 season starting with a classic version of Shakespeare's Macbeth.
Byward Market restaurateurs struggling because of inflation, safety fears and fewer customers
Byword Market restaurateurs are battling inflation, seeing fewer customers and dealing with safety concerns.
American and Canadian sororities and fraternities struggle with lack of inclusivity for disabled students
Fraternities and sororities have come under mounting pressure in recent years to diversify their ranks. So far,: people with disabilities have been largely ignored.