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Tuesday · Sep 8, 2026

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11:40
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Pulse

Chill beats and art books at FONO Sunday night, September 13

CPI's bringing artbooks and beats to FONO on Bronson this Sunday, Sept. 13, 5-8 p.m. — no cover charge. 'I like listening to music and looking at art books' is the whole vibe.

10:40
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Pulse

Ottawa Comic Con meetup for Dungeon Crawler Carl cosplayers Saturday

someone's organizing a meetup at Ottawa Comic Con for folks cosplaying characters from Dungeon Crawler Carl — happening Saturday if you're into it.

9:40
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News Brief

Ottawa voters get their choice: 14 mayoral candidates, two election dates to mark

Municipal voting launches Oct. 1 with advance polls; election day is Oct. 26. School board trustee races also on the ballot.

8:06
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Pulse

Downtown wheelchair user battles scooters blocking sidewalks

wheelchair user in downtown Ottawa is ramming rental scooters parked on sidewalks to clear them, and they're frustrated because disabled people can't just walk around them —...

7:30
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News Brief

Ottawa sporting events generated $75 million in economic impact so far this year

Nearly 40 tournaments and championships have drawn athletes and spectators to the city. The IWBF Wheelchair Basketball World Championships begin September 9 with 336 athletes...

7:30
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Tonight

The Great Gatsby (Touring)

National Arts Centre / Centre national des Arts

7:30
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Tonight

The Great Gatsby - The Musical - Ottawa

National Arts Centre

6:54
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Pulse

Bay Ward candidate asks: what small city problems are bugging you

Spencer Radford is running for Bay Ward city councillor and wants to know what small infrastructure issues locals have noticed — overflowing garbage cans, missing bus shelters,...

6:18
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Neighborhoods

Kanata defence firm wins four-day contract to integrate sensors into Canadian Armed Forces system

Dominion Dynamics built and deployed a product in four days and received payment the next day, signalling the federal government's seriousness about faster military procurement.

5:42
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News Brief

Six drivers charged with stunt driving in Labour Day enforcement blitz across Ottawa highways

Police laid 46 charges total during a joint operation on Highway 7 and 417, including six stunt-driving offences. One driver was clocked at 204 km/h.

2:55
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Pulse

Ottawa LAN party group heading to Montreal in November

An Ottawa-based LAN party group that started in early 2025 is bringing four PCs and 20+ year old games to Vintage Computer Fest Montreal this November. They've outgrown...

2:10
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Pulse

Earl Armstrong closure sparks gridlock warnings

Earl Armstrong closes between Limebank and Bowesville next week—completely cuts off the Bowesville park and ride unless you go around. Limebank's already down a turning lane...

1:25
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Pulse

Silent Book Club pop-up at Strathcona Park

Silent Book Club Ottawa is doing a pop-up at Strathcona Park—just show up with your book and hang out with other readers in the park. No talking required, just vibes and pages.

7:55
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Pulse

West Ottawa residents demand safer crash intersection

West Ottawa residents are pushing the city to fix a fatal crash intersection. Multiple collisions and deaths have locals demanding better crossings, clearer sightlines, and...

7:10
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Pulse

Ottawa voters want straight answers from city hall

Ottawa residents on Reddit want city hall to cut through the noise on parking fees, transit wait times, and why the Glebe feels forgotten. People are asking for simpler answers...

6:25
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Neighborhoods

Stittsville youth unveil mural titled Field Notes from Stittsville on Main Street

A new public mural created by Stittsville youth with $13,000 in city funding will be unveiled September 26, with community input shaping its design and local businesses...