Wednesday · Jul 29, 2026
Property tax relief available for homes damaged in July 1 extreme weather
Homeowners impacted by the July 1 extreme weather event can apply for property tax cancellation, reduction, or refund if repairs prevented normal use for at least three months.
Looking for French conversation courses in Ottawa?
someone asking for french conversation courses in ottawa without spending bank or just following a textbook. if you're at that stuck level where you can't hold a real...
Mamma Mia! (Touring)
National Arts Centre / Centre national des Arts
Mamma Mia! - Ottawa
National Arts Centre
Five Ottawa schools everyone wants to get into
five ottawa schools standing out for academics and community — Earl of March, Colonel By, Sacred Heart, Nepean, and West Carleton. if you're moving here with kids, these are...
Study proposes boundary change to limit urban sprawl
A new study is proposing a major shift to Ottawa's city boundary to slow sprawl. It was getting discussion on r/ottawa after getting covered by CBC.
Bad movie night happening tonight
Ottawa Bad Movie Nights is streaming live at 6:30 p.m. — join them on Kick to watch It's Alive!!! and chat with the community. They're also live on YouTube, Twitch, and Meetup...
Flood restoration company recommendations sought
r/ottawa is asking residents about their experiences with basement flooding and mould restoration contractors. If you've dealt with flood cleanup this summer, the thread is...
Recovery support continues for residents impacted by July 1 extreme weather event
The City of Ottawa is offering financial assistance, furniture help, and recovery information sessions for households still dealing with storm damage and flooding.
On the hunt for fresh rhubarb
Someone's on a mission to find crisp rhubarb for strawberry-rhubarb pie today. FarmBoy keeps selling out, and other stores have been disappointing. Locals recommending where to...
Para Transpo Talk sessions continue across Ottawa this August for customer feedback
Para Transpo is hosting six customer sessions throughout August where riders can speak directly to OC Transpo staff, ask questions, and provide feedback on accessible transit service.
City partners with Habitat for Humanity to distribute furniture to flood-affected families
Ottawa is helping residents recover essential household items damaged by July 1 flooding through a new Furniture Assistance Initiative.
Did Ottawa just feel a tremor?
People south of Parliament reported feeling what seemed like building tremors Tuesday evening. Anyone else feel it? Still unclear what caused it.
Storm waste disposal options available this weekend for July 1 flood-affected residents
The Trail Waste Facility Landfill opens Saturday for storm debris, with free drop-off for residents who submitted service requests. Hazardous waste and e-waste events also happening.
Maison de l'Est closing by end of October
Ottawa's only French-language palliative care residence is shutting down. Hospice Care Ottawa will close Maison de l'Est beds by October 31, affecting francophone patients...
OC Transpo riders pushing back at town hall
Commuters grilled OC Transpo leadership at a customer session over service delays and reliability. The transit chief fielded tough questions as frustration with the O-Train...
July 28 was Ottawa's wettest in 90+ years
Yesterday dumped 37.6mm of rain — the wettest July 28 since 1929. July's shaping up to be one of the rainiest months on record.
Ontario reconsidering high-speed rail support after Billy Bishop setback
The feds rejected Billy Bishop airport expansion, and now Ontario's rethinking whether to back high-speed rail. Lots of questions about what's next for the rail corridor.
Capital Pride beefing up security for August event after Berlin attack
Ottawa police are keeping Berlin's recent attack in mind as Capital Pride prepares for its August event. Security review is already underway to keep the celebration safe.
Lyme disease cases down this year but still something to watch
Ottawa's had 118 Lyme disease cases so far this year—way down from over 400 in 2025. Still worth being tick-smart if you're in the West End or anywhere near tall grass.
Silver Spring Studio in Nepean struggles to keep doors open despite 250 regular visitors
The disability art and cooking space has been a gathering place for individuals 16 and older with developmental disabilities for over four years, but lacks stable funding to...
Sussex County Miners at Ottawa Titans
Ottawa Stadium
Vanier Latin Fest at HUB Vanier
Vanier Latin Fest is happening at HUB Vanier. Community celebrating culture with music, food, and local vibes.
