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Sunday · Aug 30, 2026

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11:37
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Pulse

Household hazardous waste drop-off at Tunney's Pasture today

The city's running a hazardous waste disposal day at Tunney's Pasture Sunday. If you've got old paint, batteries, electronics, or other household hazmat to get rid of, this is...

10:37
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Pulse

Burglary in Westboro — watch for stolen items

Someone broke into a home in Westboro early Saturday morning while the occupants were sleeping. The thief took a bike, a purse, three hard drives with photos, bags, sunglasses,...

9:37
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Neighborhoods

One person hospitalized after vehicle-train collision in Barrhaven

Firefighters freed a trapped occupant at the Fallowfield Road crossing on Sunday afternoon; train passengers were unharmed.

7:36
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Pulse

OC Transpo fall schedule kicks off with new express routes

OC Transpo's fall schedule started today with new express routes and more frequent O-Train service. If you're commuting next week, check the updated schedules.

7:30
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Tonight

Heydoo Live in Concert

Algonquin Commons Theatre

7:00
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Tonight

BC Lions at Ottawa REDBLACKS

TD Place Stadium - Ottawa

7:00
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Tonight

Ottawa REDBLACKS vs. BC Lions

The Stadium at TD Place

6:36
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Pulse

VIA Train 40 hit a car near Fallowfield; occupant okay

A car got struck by VIA Train 40 near Fallowfield on Sunday around 3:30 p.m. The driver's okay but the car's totaled. Engineers are working on switching the tracks.

6:00
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Tonight

SOLD OUT - August 30 - The Chef's Table / Chef à l’affiche

National Arts Centre / Centre national des Arts

5:36
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Pulse

Police officer shoots attacking dog near Billings Bridge

A police officer shot an attacking dog near Billings Bridge on Sunday. The dog suffered minor injuries. The incident was handled without serious harm.

12:16
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Pulse

Pride Parade happening today in Ottawa

Ottawa's Pride Parade is going down today. LGBTQ+ folks marching proudly, celebrating themselves. Expect big crowds and great photos coming through later.

7:45
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Feature

Things to do in Ottawa this week: August 30–September 5

The REDBLACKS host the Lions on Sunday; Jackson Dean brings country to the Bronson on Friday; a damp early week gives way to clearer weather by weekend.

7:06
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Pulse

Mist hovering over Ottawa this morning

Heavy mist blanketing the city early Sunday. Visibility's low if you're heading out — the usual September weather mood taking over.

5:36
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Pulse

Free youth transit getting pushback from families wanting it to stick around

Ottawa families are calling for the free youth transit program to be made permanent after a successful summer. The program's been a hit with kids, and parents want it...