Prime Minister Mark Carney triggered a national sprint Friday to redesign and rebuild 24 Sussex Dr., stating that the prime minister's official residence is a national landmark now in critical condition. Carney, joined by architect Moshe Safdie, Rideau Hall Foundation board chair Robert Prichard, and Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement Joël Lightbound, made the announcement during a press conference at the residence on June 25, 2026.
ANCHOR Program Offers 9-1-1 Alternative in East Ottawa
The ANCHOR mental health crisis response program is expanding eastward, providing an alternative to calling 9-1-1 for people in crisis. The program, which includes teams like those featuring Grace Kamanda, aims to offer specialized support for mental health emergencies, reducing the burden on emergency services and providing more appropriate care.
What to Do If You Think You're Witnessing an Overdose
Ottawa Public Health, through experts like Megan Francoeur, has released guidance on how to respond if you suspect someone is overdosing. The advice, informed by those working in addiction services, includes recognizing signs of overdose, calling for help, and administering naloxone if available.
Federal Government on Pace to Meet Carney Public Service Reduction Target
The federal public service shrank by more than 12,000 positions in the past fiscal year, according to Treasury Board data. At the end of 2025-2026, the Government of Canada's public service population was about 345,000 workers, down by more than 20,000 from a peak at the end of 2023-2024. Experts say this puts the government on track to meet Prime Minister Carney's reduction target.
Opinion: City Treating ByWard Market Businesses Like an Afterthought
Bruce Deachman writes that for two-and-a-half weeks around Canada Day, much of ByWard Market Square will be closed off for construction, questioning why the city did not wait. He argues that the city is treating ByWard Market businesses as an afterthought, impacting local commerce during a key tourist period.
