Ottawa votes: A changing city, a new council
Leading up to the election, candidates for city council discuss the importance of diversity in municipal politics.
Nurses urge future mayors to support decriminalizing drugs for personal use
The Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario is urging mayoral candidates to support decriminalizing possession of small amounts of drugs.
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.
Young campaigners in municipal election ‘step up’ for change
Young volunteers get out on the Ottawa municipal election campaign trail.
Ward 18 candidates hope to preserve Alta Vista’s tree canopy, bungalows despite housing needs
Zoning and preserving the “unique characteristic” of the neighbourhood came up frequently during the campaign, but candidates also recognize the need to diversify housing options.
Stop accusing celebrities of queerbaiting — they’re human, too
Queerbaiting is a marketing tactic, but celebrities including Taylor Swift and Harry Styles don't queerbait—they're human, not corporations.
Climate change and public transit top of mind for many young Ottawa voters
Some young voters say that climate change will be a priority for them when casting their ballot in Monday’s municipal election.
Soaring apartment rents an election issue for young voters in Ottawa
Apartment rents in downtown Ottawa are at their highest in history and with the municipal election looming, renters are feeling the pinch and looking for answers.
‘It’s the treasure hunt:’ Ottawa Vintage Clothing Show returns after pandemic hiatus
After three year pandemic hiatus The Ottawa Vintage Clothing Show is back and features more than 60 vendors from Ontario and Quebec.
Sleuthing scientist set to restore identity of Bytown brother, sister ‘lost in time’
Researchers close to confirming the names two children buried at Barrack Hill Cemetery in in mid-19th century.