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Ottawa's housing tracker just updated with April numbers and the picture isn't great — housing starts are down about 29% year-to-date in 2026 compared to last year. 2,525 starts so far versus 3,249 in 2025, though units under construction are roughly the same.
Mayor addressed why the city signed an NDA with Alto — the confidentiality agreement sparked debate on Reddit about transparency.
Experience Social just hit 74 pinball machines — officially the most in Canada. That's 74 different tables in one spot.
June is Let's Bike month again—Envirocentre's annual push to get people on two wheels. Head to letsbike.ca for info and challenges.
Gatineau's mayor is feeling hopeful after the PM singled out the tramway project. Could mean the transit infrastructure gets the funding it needs. Details still unclear, but it's a step.
Someone found a 1993 Ottawa Connections magazine while cleaning out old stuff. The cover made them laugh—turns out the 'why are they smiling' answer didn't disappoint. Worth digging into the city's archives.
A road cyclist went missing June 2 after heading out in Gatineau Park. Last sighting was near Étienne-Brûlé Lookout. If you have info, comment on the original r/Gatineau post or contact Gatineau Police. Share if you were around that area.
OC Transpo says it has enough operators to run trial service on the O-Train East Extension, but won't say when the line actually opens. Still waiting.
General Burns Pool reopens this month after repairs, but it's 58 years old and officially past its lifespan — outdoor concrete pools last about 50 years. Councillor Sean Devine warns the city has to plan for replacement soon.
A man with serious stab injuries boarded an OC Transpo bus in Lowertown earlier today. Emergency services responded; police investigation ongoing.
Bank and Leitrim is getting a makeover — residents say the current intersection is a mess and they can't wait for the new design to come through.
Hogsback bridge is closed southbound, forcing traffic onto the Queen Elizabeth Parkway. Commuters from Orleans are looking at an extra 20 minutes.
A vehicle flipped on Scott Street this afternoon. Hope everyone involved is okay — if you saw it and have info, people are asking on Reddit.
People in Barrhaven (Half Moon Bay area) reported waking up around 1:24 AM to a strange burning smell outside. No word yet on where it's coming from — if you caught it too, the city might have details soon.
If you live between Centretown and the Glebe, construction noise at 2 AM is keeping people up. Someone posted about being unable to sleep — if it's happening in your building or street, check with the city on permits or noise bylaws.
Someone just discovered Uncle Carmines in Crystal Beach and the Reuben is legitimately excellent—fresh focaccia, perfectly balanced. It's $18 for a sandwich, but worth it. Go before it disappears.
Local just mapped a wild road trip hitting all four Costcos in the region with four dogs in tow, covering 46 kilometres. Absolutely unhinged energy and we're here for it.
The recently renovated Landmark restaurants in Orleans and Kanata are both the same place, but run completely different models. Orleans is kiosk-order-and-wait-for-your-number. Kanata's more like a store. Weird flex.
RCAF Polaris is doing some touch-and-gos over Ottawa just now. If you heard loud jets this afternoon, that's the answer.
Free event on affordability and financial wellbeing Thursday, June 6, 1–3 p.m. at Ceylonta restaurant. Optional $15 lunch (organizers cover part to keep it cheap). Sign up on EventBrite.