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Thursday · Jul 9, 2026

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11:15
PM
Pulse

O-Train live camera network expanding

Rail Fans Canada looking for people with a view of the O-Train to host a live YouTube camera. Helps the community-powered O-Train Tracker document fleet availability.

10:15
PM
Pulse

Presto card daily cap keeps your transit costs down

If you use OC Transpo's Presto e-purse, you won't pay more than a day pass in one day or a month's pass in a month. Hit the limit and taps are free.

9:15
PM
News Brief

Federal government closing five co-working sites in National Capital Region this fall

Workspace will be repurposed to help departments meet latest return-to-office mandate across the country.

8:00
PM
Tonight

ABBA Celebration - Le Souper-Spectacle - Gatineau

Theatre du Casino du Lac Leamy

8:00
PM
Tonight

National Arts Centre Orchestra - Ottawa

National Arts Centre

8:00
PM
Tonight

ABBA Celebration

Theatre du Casino du Lac-Leamy

7:53
PM
News Brief

Rogers Centre Ottawa exec Dan Young retires after 24 years leading convention hub

The vice-president and CFO of Rogers Centre Ottawa is stepping down in November after two decades steering the venue through major redevelopments and crises.

7:31
PM
Pulse

City opening storm cleanup info hubs today

the City is opening community information hubs today from noon to 7 p.m. for residents dealing with July 1 flood damage. five locations across Ottawa — check Beaverbrook, Ron...

6:46
PM
News Brief

Ottawa Charge relocates to Canadian Tire Centre for 2026-27 season

The PWHL team will leave TD Place Arena and move west to Kanata, seeking larger capacity and stronger corporate partnerships.

6:23
PM
Pulse

Free Chipotle bowl up for grabs at Rideau Centre

someone ordered a Chipotle bowl to the wrong location. if you're named Ellen and nearby, there's a free chicken bowl with dairy waiting at Rideau Centre from the 1:40 p.m. order.

6:01
PM
Neighborhoods

Two-alarm fire damages Orléans home, threatens neighbouring properties

Flames shooting through a Chapel Hill South roof melted siding on an adjacent house Thursday afternoon. One firefighter sustained minor injury.

5:16
PM
News Brief

Assent acquires German software firm in first-ever M&A move

The Ottawa-based compliance software powerhouse closes deal to buy iPoint, expanding product lifecycle intelligence and European automotive market reach.

5:00
PM
Tonight

Ottawa Bluesfest (Thursday Pass)

LeBreton Flats Park

5:00
PM
Tonight

Ottawa Bluesfest

Lebreton Flats

2:46
PM
News Brief

Federal return-to-office orders spark commuter bike demand across Ottawa

Bike mechanics report brisk sales and service demand as federal workers return to offices more frequently. City traffic counters show downtown cycling trips climbing steadily...

2:16
PM
Pulse

Tent fire at downtown Ottawa dog park caused by butane canisters

A tent fire at a downtown Ottawa dog park sparked an explosion. Butane canisters were involved in the incident.

1:46
PM
News Brief

Thunderstorms expected Thursday night ahead of heat wave pushing toward 40°C

Scattered showers and thunderstorms are possible Thursday night as temperatures reach 28°C. A heat wave is set to arrive Monday with highs above 30°C and humidity making it...

1:16
PM
Pulse

Lots happening this weekend across Ottawa

All British Car Day is at Clarke Fields Park Saturday. Ghana Fest is at Brewer Park Saturday with culture, music, and food. Orleans Unplugged has live local music Friday at 6pm...

12:46
PM
Neighborhoods

Centretown residents allege city lost their development concerns, approval goes ahead anyway

Residents say their comments on a 513-unit MacLaren and O'Connor highrise were lost by the city. An IT error meant 39 people's submissions went missing before the April...

12:16
PM
News Brief

Youth homelessness intervention shifts focus from crisis management to prevention

Ottawa agencies are increasingly working to prevent homelessness before it happens, or keep it brief enough that young people don't internalize it as part of their identity.

3:30
AM
Tonight

New Jersey Jackals at Ottawa Titans

Ottawa Stadium