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.
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.
No Mark Sutcliffe, bikes aren’t starting a war on cars
Capital Current’s William Etherington argues that those of oppose bike lanes because they impede cars are wrong and blocking progress in safe transit in the city.
Ottawa’s election day falls during Diwali — to mixed reactions from celebrants
Voters head to the polls Oct. 24 — the same day many Ottawa residents celebrate Diwali. Observers of the festival of lights have mixed reactions over the chosen date.
College Ward race wide open as controversial incumbent not running for re-election
With College Ward’s longtime councillor not seeking re-election, candidates for office feel the area needs to have a stronger voice in future.
Ottawa Public Health confronts systemic racism with an action plan for reform
Ottawa Public Health is moving forward with a plan to combat systemic racism within the agency.
Ecology Ottawa’s new leader aims to have immediate impact on city’s new council
Alice Irene Whittaker, Ecology Ottawa’s new executive director, is coming in at a crucial time for the organization.
Affordability, transit and rural road maintenance take centre stage in Orléans South-Navan
Orléans South-Navan race focussed on affordability and transit issues.