Monday · Aug 3, 2026
Where to Find Île d'Orléans Strawberries in Ottawa
Looking for Île d'Orléans strawberries in Ottawa? Someone's hunting for a full tray rather than pints — the Quebec strawberry season staple is worth the hunt if you know where...
PolyCommOttawa Summer Social at Britannia Beach Sunday
PolyCommOttawa is hosting a free summer social Sunday, August 9 at Britannia Beach. Open to polyamorous and poly-curious adults — community building focused, not speed dating....
Stitch, Hook, & Knit Social at Old Town Hall Tuesday
The Stitch, Hook, & Knit Social is back Tuesday night at Old Town Hall. Bring your fibre projects, sewing machines welcome — plugs and a pressing station available. 6–9 p.m.,...
Former Nepean MPP Lisa MacLeod rules out Ottawa mayoral race
MacLeod ended speculation about a run Friday, citing quality-of-life concerns about traffic, finances and downtown Ottawa.
Cheese recalled in the Outaouais over possible staph contamination
Cheese sold in the Outaouais has been recalled over possible staph contamination. Check your fridge if you've bought cheese from local producers—details on which products are...
Snapping turtle spotted on NCC bike path near Rideau Street bridge
A huge snapping turtle was spotted on the NCC bike path near the Rideau Street and Montreal Road bridge yesterday. Someone saw it try to snap at a passerby—keep your distance...
Yesterday was Ottawa's wettest August 2nd on record
With 36.1 mm of rain yesterday, Sunday, Aug. 2 became Ottawa's wettest August 2nd since records began in 1872. The downpour was part of the storms that have been hitting the region.
Meridian Theatres at Centrepointe closed through year-end after Canada Day flooding
Water damage to the main stage, orchestra pit and seating means all shows and events are cancelled until Dec. 31; ticketholders will receive refunds.
Anyone know where to find Douglas stuffies in Ottawa?
Looking for a wider selection of Douglas stuffed animals in the city? Someone's hunting for retailers beyond Kanata spots — if you know a place with good stock, they're asking.
Power out in lowertown around Rideau
Mass outage around Rideau and surrounding streets in lowertown, including areas of Strathcona Park, according to Hydro Ottawa's outage map.
OC Transpo park and ride: how it works
someone on reddit asked how park and ride works and yeah—you drive to a station, park your car, then hop on the bus or O-Train to commute. saves parking headaches downtown....
Sunflowers are up at Green Corners Farm—morning entry closes at 11:30 a.m.
Sunflower season is here. Green Corners Farm has sunflowers in bloom right now; morning entry closes at 11:30 a.m., evening entry starts at 4 p.m. The Central Experimental...
