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Bank of Canada security officers have been on strike for seven weeks over parental leave cuts and shift-change notice. They've been found to violate anti-scab rules twice. The demands sound bare minimum — seems wild this is still going.
159 new affordable homes just broke ground in Lowertown. The development is happening right now — solid news if you've been watching housing prices climb.
A local noticed Edmonton has municipal washrooms with attendants who clean after every use — no businesses required. Why does Ottawa keep closing public washrooms instead of doing this?
Doors to Greenboro O-Train station were locked at 6 a.m., stranding passengers who couldn't exit the train. A bus driver was notified but access stayed locked until a supervisor arrived.
Evacuations ordered in Greely after a propane tanker crashed. No injuries reported. Fire station right on the same block is helping with response.
Katseye documentary Wild Hearts is playing at South Keys Cineplex this weekend. Someone's looking for company to watch it — if you're into K-pop girl groups and want a watch buddy, hit them up.
Ottawa Chinatown Night Market is back September 25 to 27 celebrating Mid-Autumn. Street food vendors, live performances on Somerset Street between Bronson and Bell — Friday 6pm to 11pm, Saturday 11am to 11pm, Sunday 11am to 8pm.
Ed Bassmaster, the YouTube prank guy, is playing two nights at the Laugh Lounge. Friday, August 28 and Saturday, August 29. Bartledoo!
Board game night at Level One Game Pub every Thursday at 6 PM. $9 with a food or drink order, $12 without. Party games and strategy games, new people welcome — ask for the Reddit group when you get there.
Reddit thread's blowing up with people saying their yards are basically dandelion-free this summer, breaking the usual pattern. Some are relieved, others are wondering what's up.
Ottawa's seeing a noticeable jump in discarded needles and glass pipes picked up from streets this year. City crews reporting higher totals than previous summers.
Tiff Macklem defended the Bank of Canada's use of replacement workers during labour disruptions, sparking debate among public servants about strike tactics.
Someone's looking for a vintage Xerox-style photocopier in Ottawa to create that grainy collage effect without Photoshop. Staples or the library might have one.
Someone inherited a box of old photos from the 1960s and 70s, mostly from Ottawa or Gatineau, and wants to reunite them with their subjects or families. If you recognize anyone, reach out.
The Ottawa Redblacks' president is stepping down as the team heads into the season without a win yet. Fans are wondering what's next.
Someone spotted a collared cat roaming city hall this afternoon. If it's yours, check the area.
156 years ago today, the Great Fire of 1870 started burning through the Ottawa Valley. It was so devastating it created the Burned Lands—a unique ecosystem west of Ottawa where even the topsoil burned away. Firefighters saved the city by releasing the dam at Dow's Lake to stop the flames.
Transit is heating up in the mayoral race—candidates are clashing over whether Sutcliffe's plan is reckless, modest, or just right. CBC has the breakdown.
The mayor is standing firm that he can convince Ontario to follow through on its LRT commitments to Ottawa, according to an interview on 580 CFRA.
job fairs all week across ottawa and eastern ontario. border services virtual session tomorrow, crossing guards aug 19, ONroute fair in kingston tomorrow too if you're that way. full list on the career event page.
