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Ever wonder how the O-Train actually gets onto Line 2 and 4 each day? A new breakdown from a transit enthusiast shows how trains launch from Albion Yard onto the mainline. More happening behind the scenes than you'd think.

Ottawa skies showed up again. Perfect sunset tonight if you caught it.

Sunset hit the Gatineau office buildings hard last night. Someone caught it from Remic Rapids — Terrasses de la Chaudière and Portage both glowing on the water.

Hungry and Homeless Cat Rescue needs permanent foster homes, especially for two cats that need placement within two weeks. Check their Facebook page if you're interested.

Sadie got away from her owner at Somerset and Bronson and she's scared. If you spot her, DM the poster. Photo's on the thread.

Police closed off Mooney's Bay parking lot and cordoned the park. No details yet on what's happening, but the area's sealed off.

400 tech jobs are open in Ottawa right now, plus another 1,000+ remote roles. Salaries vary by role but the market's hot if you're looking to move or switch.

Ten job fairs happening this week in Ottawa and eastern Ontario. Aecon Utilities, YMCA, and employers like OC Transpo and Ottawa Paramedic Service hosting in-person info sessions where you can chat with HR.

Shoppers Run for Women is happening right now at Hogs Back Park. Someone's looking for the route map to cheer people on.

Saturday night hunger hits different when a burger's $20 and pizza is $40 on delivery apps. Locals are sharing their go-to orders that actually feel worth the fees — the ones that don't leave you regretting skipping cooking.

Someone on Reddit is looking for a landscaper who'll do it all — weeding, hedge trimming, flower bed cleanup, maybe mowing too. Says most companies either specialize in one thing or push chemical spraying. Just wants to pay someone to handle it.

Parent looking for toddler-friendly spots in Ottawa just posted about a disappointing visit: Bean Bag Play Café won't prorate or do rolling hours. Show up at 11:30? You're paying full price just to play until noon. Folks are sharing better alternatives in the thread.

Someone spotted a whole family of Canada geese near Billings Bridge on the Rideau — and said they were surprisingly chill about being watched. Apparently they're thriving this spring.

Spring's arrived and Ottawa Reddit is already asking: anyone see snakes yet? The warmth brings them out and locals are comparing sightings and swapping spots where families can go look for them.

An Ottawa mother posted that she and her children have spent weeks living in a tent in the woods because they couldn't find housing they could afford. The post is raising conversation about the city's housing emergency.

Renaissance fair's packed. Took 50 minutes just to park and get in line. Line's moving but come prepared for a wait.

Someone spent today exploring Lowertown's Tin House on Guigues St—a Queen Anne Revival frontage that's actually sheet metal. A tinsmith named Honoré Foisy spent years turning his humble home into an extraordinary advertisement for his craft back in the early 1900s.

Quality stuff showing up at Westboro farmer's market right now. Get out there and support local if you can.

Giveaway Weekend is back — citywide treasure hunt happening now. Check the thread for spots people are posting.

Ottawa's new public library project is running late and seriously over budget. Reddit's been talking about it all week.