Thursday · Aug 6, 2026
Perth subdivision approval moving forward despite opposition
An Ottawa developer is one step closer to building a controversial subdivision in Perth. City quietly proposed expanding the urban area in June, and now council's voting to cut...
Vendor Village foot traffic vanished since May opening
ByWard Market's new Vendor Village has become a ghost town since mid-May. Shops sitting empty, vendors closing early, Saturday sales down 68 per cent from previous years. The...
Ottawa home sales stable in July as new listings begin to ease
A total of 1,325 homes sold in July, virtually matching last year's pace, while declining new listings suggest the market's oversupply may be starting to moderate.
Canada geese and ducks at Dow's Lake
Geese and ducks are out in force at Dow's Lake right now. Locals spotting cobra chickens everywhere.
ByWard Market's Vendor Village struggling as sellers watch sales plummet
Vendors in the new shipping-container retail cluster report sales 70 to 85 percent lower than at previous Market locations, forcing some to shutter early.
O-Train west extension timeline under review after Canada Day storm damage
An external consultant is assessing whether the project can open in phases after flooding damaged electrical equipment and track infrastructure in the Moodie Station area.
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Kite surfers wanted: Is Britannia windy enough year-round?
Someone asking the kite-surfing community whether Ottawa gets enough wind to make it a real hobby year-round, and if there's winter boarding or skiing. Looking for instructor...
EV owners hunting for rustproofing shops that know EVs
Ottawa EV drivers looking for rustproofing services that understand electric-vehicle specs — Montreal and Quebec City have specialists, but locals are struggling to find shops...
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High-rise development proposed for Scouts Canada HQ
A 4-building high-rise development is being proposed for the Scouts Canada headquarters site. Local Redditors sharing news and asking questions about what it means for the...
Ottawa police seek suspect in Montreal Road bank robbery
A man fled with an undisclosed amount of cash after approaching a teller on Aug. 4. Police are asking for public help identifying him.
Transit riders questioning why buses skip certain stops
OC Transpo and STO both refusing to pick up at one stop — riders on Reddit want to know why. The transit silence is frustrating the commute.
Sandy Hill looking for 1960s Holy Cross Elementary photos
Someone's seeking playground and building photos from Holy Cross Elementary at 240 Daly Ave. between 1964–1966. If you went there, they want your shots.
Housing costs in Ottawa hit $152k salary threshold for happiness
Reddit's saying you need $152k to be genuinely happy living in Ottawa right now. The rent and housing market keeps pushing that number up.
O-Train's first westbound run reaches Algonquin Station
LRV 1117 just made history on Stage 2 West — first train from Kichi Zibi to Algonquin Station on August 4. Testing keeps rolling westward.
Little Italy's culinary vitality keeps rising with 16 standout restaurants
From Ek Bar's Burmese tea leaf salad to Sanguiccio's hand-made sausages, Preston Street restaurants continue to draw Ottawa's food lovers.
Britannia Beach lifeguards save man in cardiac arrest
A man collapsed during a volleyball match at Britannia Beach yesterday and went into cardiac arrest. The lifeguard team didn't hesitate — they alternated CPR while waiting for...
Alexandra Bridge bike lane is getting rougher on the ride
The Alexandra Bridge bike lane is way rougher than it used to be — people are saying it feels like your eyes are gonna pop out of your head crossing it. The surface has gotten...
Monarch caterpillar spotted in West End, time to plant milkweed
Monarch caterpillars are back — spotted in the West End snacking on milkweed. If you want to help bring them back, grab some swamp or butterfly milkweed from a nursery and...
O-Train west extension could open in phases despite flooding damage
Transit officials say the O-Train west extension might launch in sections instead of all at once, after Canada Day flooding caused significant damage to the line. Details on...
