Replacing Ottawa’s storm-damaged urban forest will take time and money
By Kevin Martine Along with the damage to homes and businesses by the September tornadoes, Ottawa’s urban forest took a beating. According to a preliminary assessment, 1,200 trees were destroyed on municipal property alone. The actual toll though is likely much higher, as many toppled trees are on private property. Jean Sarich, an arborist with Tower Tree Services, says he...
Ottawa to host Canadian Ringette Championships in 2020
Ottawa has been selected to host the 2020 Canadian Ringette Championships from April 5 to 11, 2020. Games will be played across the city, with gold-medal matches at TD Place.
Getting the flu shot: The rates are low in Ontario
An American pharmacy is giving coupons to customers who get the flu shot - Ottawa's health care community weighs in. [Photo © Kasey Kirkup]
The last straw: Ottawa businesses lead way with plastic ban
Our obsession with plastic is choking the planet. Learn how small businesses are leading the way towards a more sustainable future with green initiatives like the Straw Free ban.
Lyft to provide more “ride” and less “share”
Rideshare company Lyft has announced that they will no longer be offering a split payment option to riders.
Symbiosis housing project may offer solutions for seniors, students in Ottawa
A housing project piloted at McMaster University which brings seniors and students together could benefit both groups in Ottawa, according to experts.
Ottawa music community, CUPE 503 raise $50K for tornado relief in benefit concert
Proceeds from the benefit concert will go to the United Way, that will assure the funds suit short- and long-term needs.
Remembrance Day 2018 marks 100 years since end of First World War
Hundreds gathered to pay their respects at the National War Memorial on Sunday. Capital Current captured the event in photographs.
Insults fly in the bold, gritty world of Ottawa rap battles
The city's battle rap scene is growing, culminating last month in the largest Ottawa rap battle in recent history.
New Ottawa vegan eatery aims to cut greenhouse gases one meat-free meal at a time
Copper Branch is part of a growing number of plant-based restaurants opening in Ottawa. These businesses are catering to the one-in-10 Canadian diners who consider themselves vegan or vegetarian.
Bells of Peace ring in Ottawa at sunset on Remembrance Day
In marking 100 years since the end of the First World War, bells will ring out across Canada.
Renfrew County citizens protest nuclear waste management facility
Environment and Indigenous groups are concerned about the effect of the new above-ground site planned in Renfrew County.