Build new or renovate old: Ottawa housing advocates debate how to spend extra $15M from city
Affordable housing advocates discuss a pleasant problem: What to do with some extra funding for housing in Ottawa.
Ottawa lags in reducing single-use plastic, councillor says
Capital Ward Counc. Shawn Menard says city hall needs to do more about single-use plastics.
Hydro Ottawa warns customers of a texting scam
Hydro Ottawa says it is receiving reports from customers about a text message that they utility says is fraudulent.
Carleton’s Relay for Life hits $1M in donations in 10 years
Carleton's Relay for Life raises $1 million in 10 years.
Ottawa transit users concerned about reliability of OC Transpo’s new travel app
A new app has been launched by OC Transpo to indicate travel routes with the new LRT line, but it is being met with skepticism by transit users.
Indigenous languages bill “a start” toward revitalizing Ottawa communities
New Indigenous Language Act, a "stepping stone" in the revitalization of Indigenous culture.
Indigenous leaders are developing strategies to protect traditional knowledge in the digital age
Indigenous leaders are developing strategies to prevent the appropriation of traditional knowledge and 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.
Gift from the heart: Maximizing the blood supply in Ottawa
Rain or shine, there are different challenges to maintaining a national blood supply throughout the year. Organizations like Canadian Blood Services and blood distribution organizations are central to ensuring its availability to those in need.
Winter conditions hinder accessibility in Ottawa
This is Ottawa's worst winter in years for accessibility, advocate says.
Carleton professor one of 18 Canadians killed in Ethiopian plane crash
Carleton University has lost one of its own in the crash of an Ethiopian Airlines jet at the Addis Ababa airport, according to an official university news release.
City to seek public input on gender equity strategy
The city of Ottawa is moving forward on a strategy to better address issues affecting women and gender equity.