Tuesday · Jun 23, 2026
Flyer Force shutting down, Orleans Star moving to request model
Flyer Force is closing across Canada, which means the Orleans Star is switching how it gets delivered. No more unwanted door-to-door papers — you'll have to ask for it now.
Man faces 61 charges over Vanier and Overbrook break-ins
A 45-year-old arrested in connection with 20 targeted burglaries at businesses over four months.
Senators leaving the Canadian Tire Centre
The Black Bears are heading out of the CTC. Ticket holders just got the news. Could be a sign of bigger team changes coming.
Senators land winger William Eklund from San Jose
GM Steve Staios flips the No. 9 pick acquired in the Tkachuk trade to bring in the 23-year-old forward and two prospects.
Ottawa cops were using police databases as a dating app
A thread on r/ottawa is calling out police for misusing databases to look up people for dating. Yikes.
Bank of Canada locks out 60 security officers
Labour dispute begins June 23 over scheduling changes and parental leave cuts affecting mostly Ottawa-based PSAC members.
New Gatineau Volkswagen facility breaks ground
Mark Motors Group's state-of-the-art dealership will feature EV charging, a contemporary showroom, and a cutting-edge service centre.
Julie Kinnear named VP of marketing at Ottawa Tourism
The former Hôtel-Casino du Lac-Leamy general manager will start in August and lead the destination's marketing strategy.
Scarborough Shooting Stars at Ottawa Blackjacks
The Arena at TD Place
Ontario exploring ring road around Ottawa
Ontario Transportation Minister Prabmeet Sarkaria says there's "a good case" for a ring road around Ottawa. The province is now looking at feasibility.
Non-profit breaks ground on 85-unit affordable housing on Bank Street
Centretown Citizens Ottawa Corp. is partnering with a private builder to transform a Glebe parking lot into mixed-income housing.
Former Senators captain Brady Tkachuk joins Florida Panthers
Tkachuk thanked Ottawa fans and explained why he asked for a trade to pursue a Stanley Cup with a stronger contender.
Local charities sharing Amazon wish lists
Ottawa Humane Society and Cornerstone Housing have posted Amazon wish lists so you can donate supplies directly. Links in the Reddit thread if you want to help.
Ottawa Startup The Penguin App Takes on Dating-App Giants
A new app built in Ottawa aims to replace swipes with community and genuine connection, after its founder gave up on Tinder and Bumble.
Downtown Bank Street block now boarded up and for sale
Someone bought up the entire block at 211–231 Bank Street (between Nepean and Lisgar), evicted all the tenants and businesses, and left it boarded up. Now the whole thing's for...
Province Exploring Southern Ring Road Around Ottawa
Ontario Transportation Minister says there's 'a good case' for a bypass route around the city, reviving a decades-old debate.
Free rabies vaccine clinic in Nepean this Saturday
Ottawa Public Health is offering free rabies vaccines for dogs and cats at the Caldwell Family Centre in Nepean this Saturday, June 26. No vet fees.
Ottawa Senators Host NHL Prospect Challenge in Gatineau
Carter Yakemchuk and Lucas Beckman will play when the Sens host a four-team tournament September 12–13 at Centre Slush Puppie.
Man Charged With 61 Offences in East-End Break-In Spree
A 45-year-old is accused of 20 break-and-enters targeting Vanier and Overbrook businesses since February.
Weather App Struggling With Ottawa Rain Forecasts
iPhone's built-in weather app is showing wild rain forecasts that don't match the hourly breakdown — people asking for recommendations on better Ottawa weather apps that actually work.
Backyard Baseball Returns for Year 3
Ottawa Backyard Baseball is back. About 50 people are on the Bench app now, with 10 to 20 showing up each Thursday at 6pm at Linton Park. No charge for now — five bucks once...
Lead in Ottawa School Water Tests Prompt Parental Alarm
Ottawa parents are hand-delivering water to schools after tests reveal lead contamination; OCDSB had Canada's worst results.
