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.
In focus: Veterans, Canadian Forces personnel march again on Nov. 11 amid loosened COVID rules
Veterans and Canadian Armed Forces members return to the National Remembrance Day ceremony for the 80th anniversary of the Dieppe raid.
Killing coyotes an example of Ottawa’s ‘mismanaged’ wildlife strategy, critics say
Killing coyoyes is not an effective or humane wildlife managment plan.
Environmentalists warn Ontario’s Bill 23 threatens Ottawa’s wetlands and green spaces
The Ontario government's newly passed Bill 23 is sparking unrest among Ottawa's environmentalists as the legislation, intended to speed up housing projects, poses risks to the city's green spaces.
The Ottawa Shoebox Project struggles to provide for homeless women this season
The Ottawa Shoebox Project sends shoeboxes filled with gifts to homeless women and women at risks of homelessness during holiday seasons.
IN THE NEWS: Tuesday, Nov. 29
Good morning, Ottawa! Today’s weather began as a mix of sun and clouds early in the morning becoming cloudy into the afternoon and evening. Temperatures will reach a high of 1°C in the daytime and drop to -7°C tonight. First appearance of new chief at police board disrupted CBC reports that a few public delegates disrupted the first appearance of...
Byward Market plaque honours ‘remarkable life’ of Mother Marie
Plaque in Byward market honours life of a remarkable francophone woman, Jeanne Lydia Branda, known as Mother Marie who founded the Joan of Arc Institute, a Catholic order with a focus on providing social support and quality education for young women.
Groups challenge federal import ban on rescue dogs as anti-rabies measure
The Canadian Food Inspection Agenc declared a ban on commercial dog imports into Canada on Sept. 28 2022 to prevent the spread of rabies. Animal rescue groups are challenging the ban.
Exploring The Rooftop Garden: Ottawa book launch showcases author’s debut novel
Journalist and author Menaka Raman-Wilms released her debut novel, The Rooftop Garden, last month. She shares the inspiration behind her novel and how she wrote it at a coffee shop in Ottawa.