Hydro vault fire shuts down Elgin Street in Ottawa
A hydro vault fire at 160 Elgin Street forced road closures and emergency response in downtown Ottawa Saturday morning. No injuries reported. Avoid the area.
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Woodward's Department Store Opens in Vancouver, 1903
On November 13, 1903, Charles Woodward defied superstition to open his monumental Woodward Departmental Stores at Abbott and Hastings, transforming a swamp into B.C.'s largest retail hub. Discover the story of this Vancouver landmark.
Ottawa Remembers Education Leader Pino Buffone
Citizen readers share thoughts on speed camera removal, Lansdowne 2.0, Canada Post, and tribute to education leader Pino Buffone. Read the latest community perspectives.
What's happening in Ottawa this weekend: Nov 14-16
Your complete guide to Ottawa events this weekend featuring the Barrhaven Santa Claus parade, police body camera rollout, and potential city landfill purchase. Stay informed about local happenings!
Ottawa Updates City Contribution Program Guidelines
Ottawa introduces specific directions for its City Contribution Program, ensuring transparent and targeted community donations. Learn how these changes will impact local initiatives.
Increased Military Vehicles on Ottawa Roads This Weekend
Ottawa residents should expect more military vehicles on city roads this weekend. The Canadian Armed Forces will be conducting routine training exercises in the area.
Ottawa police seek downtown bank robbery suspect
Ottawa police are asking for public help to identify a man suspected of robbing a bank on Laurier Avenue West on October 28, 2025. Authorities have released details about the investigation.
Santa Claus Parade 2025 Schedule for Ottawa
Discover the 2025 Santa Claus parade schedule in Ottawa. Get festive details, route information, and community event highlights for the holiday season.
Man arrested in Ottawa for sexual assault
Ontario Provincial Police have arrested a 25-year-old man in Ottawa following a sexual assault investigation. Learn about the case details and community safety measures.
Ottawa police budget proposes $36 tax increase for 2026
Ottawa residents could pay $36 more for police services in 2026 as the city prepares to table its draft budget. Learn how this affects taxpayers and city services.
Ottawa's Calligrapher of Canada's War Dead
The poignant story of William Baldwin, the Ottawa artist who inscribed Canada's First World War Book of Remembrance before his name was added to the Second World War volume. Discover this remarkable Canadian legacy.
Ottawa Remembrance Day 2025: Openings and Closures
Your complete guide to Remembrance Day ceremonies, traffic impacts, and what's open and closed in Ottawa on November 11. Plan your day and honour our veterans.
OPP seek witnesses to Hwy. 417 hit-and-run in Ottawa
Ottawa OPP are searching for witnesses to a serious hit-and-run collision on Highway 417 that caused a vehicle to roll over. The suspect driver fled the scene.
Montreal Students Learn Military History for Remembrance Day
Montreal students experience Canada's military history through interactive workshops and veteran stories in special pre-Remembrance Day educational program.
Windsor Podcast Preserves WWII Veterans' Stories
A groundbreaking Windsor podcast is preserving the incredible stories of local Second World War veterans before they're lost to time. Discover these remarkable firsthand accounts of courage and sacrifice.
Ottawa Police Charge Two in Drug Bust Operation
Ottawa Police Street Crime Unit's targeted enforcement leads to drug seizure and charges against two individuals in the city's west end.
Ottawa's Grand 200th Anniversary Plans Unveiled
Canada's capital prepares for a year-long bicentennial celebration marking Ottawa's transformation from Bytown to a world-class capital city with cultural events, historical exhibits, and community activities.
Ottawa: Rain break today, 5°C overnight low
Ottawa residents can enjoy a temporary reprieve from rainfall today, but should prepare for a significant temperature drop overnight with lows reaching 5°C. Get the full forecast details.
Lansdowne 2.0 Revisions Secure Crucial Council Support
Discover how Lansdowne 2.0's significant revisions transformed opposition into support, securing a crucial vote for Ottawa's controversial redevelopment project.
Ottawa Battles Ontario Over Highway 5 Bike Lane Removal
Ottawa cyclists and city councillors are pushing back against the Ontario government's proposal to remove bike lanes from Highway 5, arguing it threatens safety and undermines climate goals. Learn why this decision has sparked outrage among cycling advoca
Ghost Soldiers Return to Toronto Streets in WWI Tribute
Experience living history as World War I soldiers return to Toronto's streets in a moving theatrical tribute honoring Canada's military heritage and remembrance.
Daylight Stabbing Outside Ottawa's Rideau Centre
A brutal daylight stabbing outside Ottawa's iconic Rideau Centre shopping mall has left one man seriously injured, sparking a major police investigation and raising safety concerns in the heart of the nation's capital.
Federal Budget Cuts Hit Ottawa Services
Ottawa faces significant service reductions as federal budget cuts take effect. From healthcare to infrastructure, discover how these changes will impact residents and local businesses across the National Capital Region.
Inukjuak: Arctic Community That Shaped Canada
Discover how a small Inuit community in Quebec's Far North played a pivotal role in Canada's sovereignty and cultural identity through decades of resilience and transformation.
Ottawa's First Snowfall Arrives: Winter 2025-2026 Begins
Ottawa residents woke up to the season's first significant snowfall, transforming the capital into a winter landscape. Discover how much snow fell, what to expect for the coming winter, and how the city is preparing.
Ottawa parking crackdown: 3,000 tickets in 2 months
Bylaw enforcement in Ottawa's trendy Wellington West and Hintonburg neighborhoods has issued a staggering 2,900 parking tickets since March, targeting illegal parking and safety violations with increased patrols.
Ottawa Weather: Rain Today, Snow Tonight
Ottawa residents should brace for dramatic weather changes with significant rainfall today followed by overnight snow. Get the complete forecast and preparation tips.
Ottawa man charged in double stabbing attacks downtown
A 27-year-old Ottawa man faces serious charges following two separate stabbing incidents that sent shockwaves through the downtown core. Learn about the police response and ongoing investigation.
Van crashes through Ottawa garage, home damaged
A dramatic vehicle crash in Ottawa's Overbrook neighborhood left a home severely damaged after a van smashed directly into a residential garage. Emergency crews responded to the shocking incident that has residents concerned about road safety.
PWHL Ottawa's Lansdowne Arena Dilemma
As Ottawa's Professional Women's Hockey League team faces arena challenges at Lansdowne, experts argue a downtown location could revolutionize fan experience and grow the sport.
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