We need to wake up to China’s interference in Canadian democracy
Canadians, including Ottawans, need to be concerned about the Chinese government's influence campaign; something that may threaten our liberal democracy, writes Capital Current's Dennis Kovtun.
A dangerous shell game: Ontario’s Bill 23 adds to threats faced by Ottawa’s at-risk turtles, experts say
Local reptile experts advocate greater awareness of Ottawa's at-risk turtles after the passing of Bill 23.
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.
‘It’s so normalized’: Jewish students, teachers confront rising antisemitism
Ottawa teachers and members of the local Jewish community are pointing to growing antisemitism in the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board after an increase in reported anti-Jewish hate crimes across the city in the past year. “It is not pretty,” said David Sachs, a community relations specialist with the Jewish Federation of Ottawa. Sachs is handling concerns from Jewish parents who...
UPDATE: City to consider renaming street to honour Mahsa Amini and send message to Iran
The human rights organization B’nai Brith is urging the City of Ottawa to rename the site of the former Iranian embassy after Mahsa Amini. “We think that there could be very powerful symbolism to renaming this portion of the street in Ottawa” - CEO Michael Mostyn.
For this pet-loving human, sharing a home with six furry friends is the cat’s meow
Capital Current reporter Lauren Kerans is a passionate lover of cats. She explains why she loves with six feline friends in this commentary.
Studio for artists with disabilities marks 20th anniversary with holiday sale
BEING Studio will commemorate its 20th anniversary with a special holiday sale at the Bronson Centre on Dec.3.
IN THE NEWS: Thursday, Dec. 1
Read to catch up on some of today's biggest headlines, including LRT politics, Canada at the World Cup and the tragic loss of a beloved idol.