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Ottawa Citizen
Ottawa, ON · English · Newspaper
A local newspaper covering news, politics, and community issues in Ottawa, Canada, with recent headlines including local government updates, sports, and community events.
- 6 stories today
- 14/day · 7-day avg
- Top beat: Society
- Tracked since 2026
- 4 Ottawa, ON peers
Today’s stories
- Ottawa Hospital's Riverside campus briefly locked down for weapon scareOttawa Hospital's Riverside campus was briefly locked down after a weapon scare, leading to two arrests. The lockdown was lifted with no injuries, and authorities confirmed no ongoing threat.
- Ottawa's infrastructure spending gap is a double XL problem | OpinionOttawa faces a $3.8 billion infrastructure spending gap for roads and sidewalks, with a total $10.8 billion including water and sewer, as short-term solutions avoid tax increases and seek external funding.
- Homes: Filling in the 'missing middle' — Townhomes now more popular than everTownhomes are gaining popularity in Ottawa as a more affordable and practical housing option compared to single-family homes, with increased construction and improved designs.
- After a paddleboarder's death, how to stay safe on Ottawa's watersA paddleboarder died on the Ottawa River, prompting safety reminders for water activities. Experts emphasize the importance of life jackets, proper training, and awareness of water conditions.
- Why the Belltown Dome is forcing Ottawa to confront a much bigger problemThe Belltown Dome in Ottawa faces closure due to aging infrastructure, prompting calls for an infrastructure levy to address broader issues with the city's recreational facilities. Residents and officials highlight the need for investment to maintain urban recreational spaces amid growing demand.
- Hurricanes' Staal extends historic goal streak, Carolina wins Game 5 of Stanley Cup FinalJordan Staal extended his goal streak in the Stanley Cup Final as the Carolina Hurricanes defeated the Vegas Golden Knights 4-2 in Game 5, taking a 3-2 series lead. The series will conclude with Game 6 in Las Vegas.
- Public service co-working space in Gatineau closing on FridayA federal co-working space in Gatineau is closing on Friday due to lease expiration, while five other co-working sites in the National Capital Region will remain open.
- News of the day: 4,000+ public servants approved for early-retirement; Why is OC Transpo installing natural gas generators for a zero-emission bus project?; Where to find the best Ottawa patios for beer loversOver 4,000 public servants have been approved for early retirement, OC Transpo is installing natural gas generators for electric buses, and there are recommendations for Ottawa patios with beer.
- $5M threshold for 'Buy Canadian' federal procurement policy still too high, business group saysA business group says the $5M threshold for the federal 'Buy Canadian' procurement policy is too high, preventing small businesses from competing for contracts.
- OC Transpo to offer two free weekends as service shows signs of improvingOC Transpo will offer two free fare weekends to improve service reliability and customer satisfaction, following recent operational challenges. The initiative includes fleet upgrades and service enhancements.
- Where to eat in the ByWard Market — 22 new eateries you should know aboutThe ByWard Market in Ottawa is experiencing a shift in its dining scene with 22 new eateries replacing older establishments, offering diverse cuisines such as Peruvian, Georgian, Vietnamese, Moroccan, and Japanese. New restaurants include La Nhau, Tajine, Yan's, Tomo, Tayanti, Sussex & Co., Barrio, Tredici, and Spoon Mii.
- Muggy Ottawa weather conditions expected to cool by weekendOttawa is expected to experience two days of high humidity, making temperatures feel like 38 or higher, with cooler conditions anticipated by the weekend.
- Home safety: Carbon monoxide an invisible threatHome expert Scott McGillivray highlights the importance of carbon monoxide alarms in rental properties to ensure guest safety, emphasizing regular testing and maintenance.
- Why is OC Transpo installing natural gas generators for a zero-emission bus project?OC Transpo is installing natural gas generators at a garage to support its zero-emission bus project, providing backup power during outages and reducing peak electricity costs.
- First-time e-biker hails no-sweat way to see downtown OttawaA first-time e-biker enjoyed an easy way to explore downtown Ottawa on a two-hour tour, highlighting the city's bike-friendly infrastructure and scenic spots.