What's Open and Happening in Ottawa Over the Holidays
Discover festive events, holiday closures, and things to do in Ottawa this Christmas and New Year's season. Your complete guide for 2025.
Discover festive events, holiday closures, and things to do in Ottawa this Christmas and New Year's season. Your complete guide for 2025.
Two Toronto-area men face over 30 charges after OPP stopped their slow-moving SUV on Hwy 401 near Brockville, uncovering drugs and stolen property. Read the full story.
Ontario Provincial Police have charged a driver on Hwy. 417 for incorrectly using the HOV lane with a cat as a second occupant. Learn the rules and avoid fines.
A pedestrian was injured after being struck by a vehicle in Ottawa's Vanier neighbourhood. Ottawa Police are investigating the incident. Get the latest details.
Ottawa residents should prepare for significant rainfall, with 10 to 20 millimetres expected over the next two days. Stay informed on the latest weather updates and plan accordingly.
An Ontario Provincial Police traffic stop led to impaired driving charges after an officer reported smelling alcohol. The incident underscores ongoing road safety enforcement.
A seven-year-old girl suffered serious injuries after being struck by a school bus in Laval. Police say the bus driver failed to stop after the collision and was later intercepted. The investigation is ongoing.
Ontario Provincial Police seized suspected cocaine, oxycodone, and cannabis after a traffic stop for speeding on Highway 11 in Powassan. One man faces multiple charges.
The relocation of a bus stop from Victoria Hospital in Winnipeg has raised significant safety and accessibility concerns for vulnerable patients and staff. Learn about the community's response.
RCMP confirm two fatalities in a tragic collision involving a semi-truck that failed to stop at a sign northeast of Edmonton. The investigation is ongoing.
Ottawa Police deploy new district traffic units to combat speeding and dangerous driving, filling the void left by the provincial ban on automated speed cameras.
An OPP officer in Sudbury spotted a driver without a seatbelt, leading to several charges. Read the details of the December 15, 2025, traffic stop.
The City of Ottawa reports its Vacant Unit Tax is working, with previously empty properties now being offered for rent or sale. Learn how this policy is impacting the local housing supply.
Ontario Provincial Police have laid a stunt driving charge against a Wahnapitae motorist caught travelling 150 km/h on Coniston Hydro Road. Learn the details and potential consequences.
Ottawa police are asking for public help to find a driver who fled after a serious collision on Bank Street. Witnesses with information are urged to come forward.
Ottawa's beloved St. Patrick's Day Parade is officially scheduled to make its comeback in March 2026. Get the details on the return of this cherished community tradition.
Ottawa residents should prepare for a cold and snowy Sunday, with temperatures plunging to -18°C. Get the latest forecast details and winter weather tips.
Ottawa Police request public assistance to locate 40-year-old Michael Harding, last seen Nov. 28. He frequents downtown Ottawa and Sandy Hill, often using public transit.
A new report has revived the long-standing debate over a proposed east-end interprovincial bridge in Ottawa. Proponents argue it would divert heavy truck traffic from the downtown core. Read the latest developments.
Ottawa residents can expect a mix of light snow and mild temperatures this Saturday, December 6, 2025. Get the latest forecast details and winter weather insights for the capital.
Your guide to Ottawa's weekend events from Santa's Parade of Lights to a new ByWard Market security pilot. Discover festive fun and local news for December 5-7, 2025.
A new NCC report reveals residents see reducing downtown truck traffic as the key benefit of a proposed Kettle Island bridge. Public consultation highlights decades-long debate.
Ontario Provincial Police report a teen driver failed to stop for a school bus in Atwood, crashed into a stop sign, and had open alcohol in the vehicle. Details on the incident and charges.
An Ottawa driver was arrested after a collision in the city's southwest, with police reporting a blood alcohol concentration nearly double the legal limit. Get the latest details on the incident.
Ottawa residents face a prolonged cold snap as frigid Arctic air settles over the capital. Stay updated on the forecast and tips for staying safe in the extreme cold.
Ottawa charities report increased demand and shrinking resources this Giving Tuesday. Learn how local organizations like BGC Ottawa are adapting and how you can help support vital community programs.
Life of Pie bakery and cafe on Bank Street will shut its doors for good on Dec. 28, 2025. The owners announced the permanent closure of the beloved Old Ottawa South spot.
Life of Pie bakery and cafe on Bank Street in Old Ottawa South will shut its doors for good on December 28, 2025. The owners announced the sad news to the community.
Ontario Provincial Police laid a stunt driving charge against a Sudbury motorist caught travelling 153 km/h on Highway 69. Learn the consequences of excessive speeding in Ontario.
Ontario Provincial Police seized cocaine, cash, and a vehicle valued at nearly $52,000 following a traffic stop and search warrant in Huron County. Details on the bust and charges.