Ottawa General Hospital Uses Overflow Space for Flu Season
The Ottawa Hospital's General Campus has opened overflow areas to handle a surge in flu patients, with regional cases exceeding 1,000. Health officials urge vaccination.
The Ottawa Hospital's General Campus has opened overflow areas to handle a surge in flu patients, with regional cases exceeding 1,000. Health officials urge vaccination.
The entire Rideau Canal Skateway opens to the public Monday, January 5, 2026, as Environment Canada forecasts a cold and snowy day for Ottawa. Plan your skate!
MOVATI Athletic announces all five Ottawa locations are now official HYROX Training Clubs, offering specialized training for the 2026 HYROX Ottawa event. Get ready for the fitness race.
Financial Post's Outlook 2026 video series forecasts higher oil prices, an AI investment frenzy, a wave of mortgage renewals, and trade challenges for Canada in the coming year.
Ottawa faces a cold Sunday amid a 2026 transit fare hike that has riders calling it 'gross.' Get the latest on the weather, local reaction, and national news headlines for January 4, 2026.
OC Transpo fares rose by 2.5% on New Year's Day 2026, sparking frustration among Ottawa public transit users. Get the details on the hike and rider reactions.
Residents of Ottawa are urged to bundle up as frigid temperatures are forecast to persist through the weekend. Get the latest weather details and safety tips for the prolonged cold spell.
Ottawa greets the first Friday of 2026 with cold temperatures, cloud cover, and scattered snow flurries. Get the full weather details and how it fits into the national forecast.
Markets soared in 2025, but 2026 brings risks from frothy AI valuations and persistent inflation. BlackRock warns investors need a 'Plan B'. Read the analysis.
Canada welcomed its first newborns of 2026, including a dramatic taxi birth in Calgary. Meet the inaugural arrivals and the new laws now in effect across the nation.
Your guide to Ottawa's first weekend of 2026, featuring community events, New Year's babies, and a look at new national laws taking effect. Discover what's happening in the capital.
More than 200 people plunged into icy waters at Britannia Beach on Jan. 1, 2026, to kick off the new year. The event, hosted by Ottawa Cold Plunge & Ritual Recovery, is a bold local tradition.
Ottawa rings in 2026 with bright sunshine but frigid temperatures. Get the details on the capital's weather and what's open and closed for the holiday.
Canadians from coast to coast celebrated the arrival of 2026 with polar plunges, skates, and new beginnings. Discover the new laws, Olympic team news, and top stories shaping the new year.
A look at the new federal and provincial regulations coming into force across Canada in 2026, from policy shifts to public safety updates. Stay informed on what's changing.
Ottawa Citizen readers pinpoint eight urgent city problems needing solutions in 2026, from potholes and transit woes to dangerous intersections. Discover their concise demands.
A look at the 13 goods and services set to become more expensive for Ottawa residents in 2026. Plan your budget now for the year ahead.
A Tim Hortons in Ottawa was evacuated on Tuesday after a noxious substance was sprayed inside. Police are investigating the incident. Read the latest details.
Plan your year of stargazing with our complete guide to the eclipses, supermoons, meteor showers, and planetary highlights visible in 2026. Don't miss these cosmic spectacles!
Ottawa police confirm no criminal charges after a school bus illegally drove on and damaged the Kìwekì Point lookout path on December 27, 2025. No injuries were reported.
Ottawa faces a sharp drop in temperatures as winter reasserts itself. Get the latest forecast and learn how the city is coping with the renewed deep freeze.
Discover the best events and activities to ring in 2026 in Ottawa, from fireworks at City Hall to family skating parties. Plan your perfect New Year's celebration in the capital.
Ottawa Police Chief Eric Stubbs identifies keeping pace with service demands as the force's primary hurdle for 2026. Learn the details from his year-end interview.
Ottawa Citizen critic Peter Hum reveals his top restaurant dishes of 2025, featuring 20 categories from tacos to tacos. Discover the must-try culinary highlights across the capital region.
OC Transpo has confirmed a fare increase for 2026. Learn the new rates, effective dates, and how this change will impact your transit budget in Ottawa.
Ottawa families made the most of the holiday break with weekend outings. Discover what activities kept the city buzzing after December 25th.
Environment Canada has issued a freezing rain warning for Ottawa this weekend, urging residents to prepare for hazardous travel conditions and potential power outages. Stay safe and check local forecasts.
Financial Post experts analyze key 2026 risks: AI investment bubble, soaring oil prices, and mortgage renewals. David Rosenberg warns of a classic bubble. Read the full Canadian market outlook.
A look at Ottawa's dynamic 2025 dining landscape, featuring the long-awaited opening of chef Briana Kim's Antheia and other new eateries that reshaped the city's food scene. Discover the highlights and trends.
A visual journey through Ottawa's 2025, from wildfire haze and royal visits to community triumphs and hard news. See the photos that defined the year in the capital.