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Pot shift leaves cities dazed and confused | Flood-damaged NCC pathway to remain closed until November | Kingston man charged after allegedly exposing himself, throwing puppy | Ontario's private sector retail cannabis plan draws pot industry approval

Share via: Facebook Twitter Forward CBC Ottawa View Online Preferences Unsubscribe Questions / Feedback Pot shift leaves cities dazed and confused Tue, 14 Aug 2018 17:21:46 EDT The Progressive Conservative government's decision to upend the model for selling cannabis just two months before legalization has left Ontario municipalities hungry for details about the much bigger role they may suddenly play in the private pot market. Flood-damaged NCC pathway to remain closed until November Tue, 14 Aug 2018 15:56:30 EDT A major restoration of the flood-damaged Voyageurs Pathway in Gatineau is well underway, but snow could be flying before cyclists and runners can use it again. Kingston man charged after allegedly exposing himself, throwing puppy Tue, 14 Aug 2018 16:19:53 EDT A 37-year-old Kingston, Ont., man is facing a number of charges after allegedly exposing himself in public and throwing a puppy through a window. Ontario's private sector retail cannabis plan draws pot industry approval Tue, 14 Aug 2018 12:32:16 EDT Several cannabis companies and business groups are applauding the Ontario government's new plan to add private retailers to its plans for the sale of recreational pot in the province. Morneau ready to use 'emergency' measure to protect steel sector Smiths Falls Pride event 'a long time coming' Hijab maker caps successful streak with new police design Carleton inherits late prof's vast jazz trove Cornwall's Nav Centre on standby to receive asylum seekers Vanishing lines a costly problem for roads department CBC Ottawa You received this email at brothermike...@googlegroups.com because you opted-in. Modify your subscription preferences To unsubscribe only from CBC Ottawa click here View this email in your browser here Canadian Broadcasting Corporation 250 Front St. W, Toronto, Ontario M5V 3G5, Canada For all other request and inquiries contact us here cbc.radio-canada.ca | cbc.ca | radio-canada.ca

                         

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Pot shops face dilemma in bid for legitimacy | Pilot injured in float plane crash near Kingston | Liberals promise to repeal restriction on charities' political activity | Photo radar coming to Ottawa school zones in 2019

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Pot shops face dilemma in bid for legitimacy Wed, 15 Aug 2018 12:27:14 EDT Owners of illegal pot dispensaries in Ottawa are welcoming the shift in the province's approach to retail cannabis sales, but say they're facing a serious dilemma in their quest for legitimacy.

Pilot injured in float plane crash near Kingston Wed, 15 Aug 2018 14:11:44 EDT A man suffered minor injuries when his float plane flipped while taking off east of Kingston, Ont., ending up submerged in the St. Lawrence River.

Liberals promise to repeal restriction on charities' political activity Wed, 15 Aug 2018 18:05:03 EDT The Liberal government has decided to appeal an Ontario case that voided a section of the Income Tax Act that placed limits on the political activities of charities. Paradoxically, it also announced it would remove those limits in amendments to be introduced this fall.

Photo radar coming to Ottawa school zones in 2019 Wed, 15 Aug 2018 16:29:30 EDT The City of Ottawa expects to start rolling out photo radar in school zones in 2019, and is now gathering data to figure out where speeders pose the greatest danger.

Constellation Brands invests $5B in Canopy Growth Severe thunderstorm watch issued for south Ottawa Creativity on wheels: 'Innovation pod' comes to Lansdowne Gun makers up in arms over Shopify's ban on certain firearms and accessories Museum's kite collection kept under wraps Ottawa football team to play Parkland shooting survivors

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Family seeks 'guardian angels' who flew to hit-and-run victim's aid | Tesla sues Ontario government, alleging customers denied incentives | Ottawa's music community remembers Queen of Soul | 'I'm honoured and humbled': Natan Obed re-elected as president of Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami

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Family seeks 'guardian angels' who flew to hit-and-run victim's aid Thu, 16 Aug 2018 17:06:20 EDT The daughter of an Ottawa woman injured in a hit and run Tuesday night is searching for the "guardian angel" who held her mother's hand after the SUV that struck her sped away.

Tesla sues Ontario government, alleging customers denied incentives Thu, 16 Aug 2018 15:33:24 EDT Tesla Motors Canada is suing the Ontario government, alleging it has suffered "substantial harm" and lost sales amid the cancellation of an electric vehicle rebate.

Ottawa's music community remembers Queen of Soul Thu, 16 Aug 2018 14:42:13 EDT As fans around the world mourn the death of Aretha Franklin and celebrate her decades-long career, Ottawa's music community is remembering her recent visits to the capital.

'I'm honoured and humbled': Natan Obed re-elected as president of Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami Thu, 16 Aug 2018 13:11:45 EDT The vote was held Thursday morning in Inuvik, N.W.T. The position of president is a three-year term.

Former scout leader charged with more sex offences Delving into the link between estrogen and dementia Western Qué​bec School Board out to woo Ontario teachers Local politicians want more details on 'one-time offer' to opt out of pot shops Brain cancer immunotherapy trial showing promise, doctor says RCMP billing dispute roils Parliament's police service

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Ottawa mayor says pot shops better in government hands | West Quebec taxi drivers to get compensation from province | Ottawa nanny charged with assaulting children | Proposed ban on pesticides linked to bee declines 'tremendously welcome': U of O prof

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Ottawa mayor says pot shops better in government hands Fri, 17 Aug 2018 16:27:21 EDT Mayor Jim Watson said he would prefer if pot shops were kept in government hands, but the city will adjust to the new reality of private marijuana shops.

West Quebec taxi drivers to get compensation from province Fri, 17 Aug 2018 14:11:22 EDT The funds, announced by the Quebec government Friday afternoon, aim to make up for the loss of value caused largely by ride-sharing services such as Uber.

Ottawa nanny charged with assaulting children Fri, 17 Aug 2018 13:34:29 EDT Police have charged a 26-year-old Ottawa woman who'd been caring for a pair of young children with assault and failing to provide the necessaries of life.

Proposed ban on pesticides linked to bee declines 'tremendously welcome': U of O prof Sat, 18 Aug 2018 12:00:56 EDT Health Canada's proposed ban will also be good for aquatic insects

Bank robber returns to the scene of his crime 60 years later — for lunch Hawkesbury, Ont., among communities getting money for new OPP detachments Summer's buzzing along with local festivals 3 injured in ATV rollover near Iroquois, Ont. Montebello taps province to end water problems Potential refugee sponsors have a month to use new fund

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'No plans' to shrink other Ontario municipal councils, Ford says | Starstruck with Gary Boyle: The moon you thought you knew | Ontario needs crowdfunding law, prof says | Teller-turned-robber recalls 1958 bank heist

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'No plans' to shrink other Ontario municipal councils, Ford says Mon, 20 Aug 2018 12:23:24 EDT There are no plans to unilaterally slash the size of city councils in Ontario, Premier Doug Ford reiterated Monday morning during a speech at the Association of Municipalities of Ontario annual conference in Ottawa.

Starstruck with Gary Boyle: The moon you thought you knew Mon, 20 Aug 2018 15:10:00 EDT It's the biggest thing we see in the night sky every night. And the brightest. So why do so many of us know so little about the moon? Astronomy educator Gary Boyle has all the answers to all your lunar questions in this week's edition of Starstruck.

Ontario needs crowdfunding law, prof says Mon, 20 Aug 2018 12:07:50 EDT Crowdfunding has become the go-to method for raising money for everything from product development to disaster relief, but one law professor believes Ontario is falling behind when it comes to legislation governing how all those dollars are doled out.

Teller-turned-robber recalls 1958 bank heist Mon, 20 Aug 2018 07:25:05 EDT Boyne Johnston was a 25-year-old bank teller in downtown Ottawa when, one day in 1958, he walked out the door with $260,000. This is his story.

Amazon's arrival delivers dust-up with new neighbours Gatineau police, experts warn about 'Momo Challenge' Coalition Avenir Québec promises new Outaouais hospital Outaouais company calls province's taxi aid unfair Capital Pride organizers call this year's festival the biggest yet Cannabis, Highway 401 collisions on agenda as Ontario cities meet

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Ottawa Senators assistant GM Randy Lee resigns | Carlingwood looks to demolish vacant Sears store | Aging OCH rowhouses to make way for new tower | Highrise complex pitched for Carling Travelodge site

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Ottawa Senators assistant GM Randy Lee resigns Tue, 21 Aug 2018 18:21:44 EDT Randy Lee, the Ottawa Senators assistant general manager who is facing sexual harassment charges, has resigned.

Carlingwood looks to demolish vacant Sears store Tue, 21 Aug 2018 16:57:20 EDT The Carlingwood Shopping Centre has applied for permits to demolish the former Sears store.

Aging OCH rowhouses to make way for new tower Tue, 21 Aug 2018 15:19:42 EDT Ottawa Community Housing is tearing down 32 rowhouses in west Centretown this week to make room for a new social housing development that's more energy efficient than most modern houses.

Highrise complex pitched for Carling Travelodge site Tue, 21 Aug 2018 14:39:36 EDT ​City councillors on Ottawa's planning committee will vote next week on a plan to replace the Travelodge Hotel on Carling Avenue with a highrise development that would include three buildings taller than 20 storeys — more than twice the height currently allowed in the area.

Police ask for help after man found injured on Kanata street Long-lost letters complete couple's wartime love story 1 dead in East Hawkesbury Township crash Prescott explosion injures 1 Pope's letter empty words without action, advocates say Ontario government freezing fees for drivers

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OC Transpo driver who confronted Islamophobia succumbs to cancer | Amazon closing Kanata office | 'A devastating day': Leak permanently closes Prescott ice rink | Ottawa Archdiocese has changed in light of sexual abuse, archbishop says

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OC Transpo driver who confronted Islamophobia succumbs to cancer Wed, 22 Aug 2018 17:52:28 EDT An OC Transpo driver who made headlines across the country when he stood up to an Islamophobic attack on a city bus has died.

Amazon closing Kanata office Wed, 22 Aug 2018 14:50:45 EDT Just as construction begins on its massive new warehouse in Ottawa's east end, online retail giant Amazon has announced it's closing a software development office in Kanata.

'A devastating day': Leak permanently closes Prescott ice rink Wed, 22 Aug 2018 11:10:03 EDT A probable ammonia leak in the ice plant system at the Leo Boivin Community Centre in Prescott, Ont., has forced officials to permanently close the rink.

Ottawa Archdiocese has changed in light of sexual abuse, archbishop says Wed, 22 Aug 2018 16:14:19 EDT The Archdiocese of Ottawa says it has taken action to prevent sexual abuse with a special office and changes to their code of conduct.

Cardinal Creek homeowners locked in battle with builder Exhibit honours Ottawa's most illustrious guests Traffic moving again after Highway 417 collision cleared Ontario government says it has an interim sex-ed curriculum elementary teachers must follow Cities still short on pot shop opt-out details Forgotten flags a rare peek at what might have been

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Opting out of pot shops unrealistic, mayor says | SQ officers cleared in death of Montebello man | Millstone hauled from river a vestige of submerged towns | Drag culture is having a moment, on TV and right here

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Opting out of pot shops unrealistic, mayor says Thu, 23 Aug 2018 17:45:37 EDT Ottawa Mayor Jim Watson says it's not "realistic" to think Ottawa might opt out of the province's plan to allow private pot retailers to set up shop next April, and promised to consult the public on the matter before this fall's municipal election.

SQ officers cleared in death of Montebello man Thu, 23 Aug 2018 18:01:09 EDT Police officers with Sûreté du Québec won’t face charges in the death of a man fatally shot in Montebello, Que., nearly two years ago.

Millstone hauled from river a vestige of submerged towns Thu, 23 Aug 2018 14:56:27 EDT Marc Pilon has brought back glassware, anchors, and even a broken tombstone from the waters near his home in Long Sault, Ont. But his most recent discovery was his biggest yet.

Drag culture is having a moment, on TV and right here Thu, 23 Aug 2018 11:50:38 EDT With drag culture having a moment in the cultural zeitgeist, Ottawa Morning speaks to two local drag performers ahead of tonight's Capital Pride Pageant.

'Procedures' stall removal of swastikas from Quebec overpass Man charged after Prescott explosion 'A very distant dream': Refugee reunited with Ottawa sponsors Saudi students at U of O given reprieve TFC bans 'Inebriatti' fan group over fiery display in Ottawa Phoenix replacement process gets underway

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Activist removes swastikas from western Quebec overpass | Lawyer for alleged extremist recruiter Awso Peshdary questions CSIS warrant | House of PainT brings the beat back this weekend | Coyote attack on dog prompts call for warning signs

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Activist removes swastikas from western Quebec overpass Fri, 24 Aug 2018 18:44:37 EDT An activist took matters into his own hands and removed hate graffiti from a western Quebec highway overpass Friday, after learning repeated calls to the provincial government yielded no results.

Lawyer for alleged extremist recruiter Awso Peshdary questions CSIS warrant Fri, 24 Aug 2018 15:39:16 EDT A lawyer for accused extremist recruiter Awso Peshdary says Canada's spy agency obtained a warrant to monitor the Ottawa man based on misleading information.

House of PainT brings the beat back this weekend Fri, 24 Aug 2018 16:32:13 EDT This weekend brings House of PainT urban arts festival, 100 years of flying high and a choir in search of new voices.

Coyote attack on dog prompts call for warning signs Fri, 24 Aug 2018 04:00:00 EDT After a dog was attacked by a coyote in the woods near McCarthy Park last weekend, residents and the area's city councillor are calling on the National Capital Commission to speed up the installation of coyote warning signs.

Can you ID this man? City parking tickets big business for private companies Firefighters douse small blaze — at fire station Teens charged after alleged swarming in Orléans Motorcyclist killed in Highway 17 crash with tractor-trailer Former Renfrew fire chief sues town for $1.35M

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NCC considers film hub in the Greenbelt | Smiths Falls celebrates Brooke Henderson's historic win | Elgin Street going wireless as part of big dig | Liberals approve first saliva screening roadside test for marijuana

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NCC considers film hub in the Greenbelt Mon, 27 Aug 2018 17:19:42 EDT The National Capital Commission is launching consultations on a proposal to develop a $40-million soundstage campus and creative hub on land across from Nepean Sportsplex.

Smiths Falls celebrates Brooke Henderson's historic win Mon, 27 Aug 2018 19:23:15 EDT Brooke Henderson's historic win at the Canadian Women's Open has filled her hometown fans with pride.

Elgin Street going wireless as part of big dig Mon, 27 Aug 2018 16:06:30 EDT Hydro wires will run underground along Elgin Street as part of the busy strip's new makeover, city officials said Monday.

Liberals approve first saliva screening roadside test for marijuana Mon, 27 Aug 2018 18:22:21 EDT Justice Minister Jody Wilson-Raybould has approved the Drager DrugTest 5000 as the first saliva screening equipment to be used by law enforcement to test for THC, the main psychoactive agent in cannabis.

Ottawa woman recalls escape from devastating floods in India Pride and protest: Marchers denounce sex-ed changes Val-des-Monts fire closes part of Route 366 Police seek witnesses of crash that killed motorcyclist Planning committee to consider whistling down turf war at Immaculata Buck-a-beer is back in Ontario, but only 3 companies are brewing it

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Immaculata neighbours thrown 'Hail Mary' in light fight | Sculpture moved to Sparks Street lookout | Westboro convent proposal gets committee's OK | Liberals to look at 'full ban' on handguns, assault weapons

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Immaculata neighbours thrown 'Hail Mary' in light fight Tue, 28 Aug 2018 17:05:54 EDT The Ottawa Catholic School Board is likely to challenge an order to turn out the lights at an Old Ottawa East soccer field earlier than usual — an appeal the city's own lawyer believes the board will win.

Sculpture moved to Sparks Street lookout Tue, 28 Aug 2018 12:16:37 EDT A large wooden sculpture that adorned the Garden of the Provinces and Territories for more than 30 years has been moved to a lookout at the end of Sparks Street to make way for the future victims of communism memorial.

Westboro convent proposal gets committee's OK Tue, 28 Aug 2018 12:07:45 EDT Worried about leaving a former convent in Westboro empty too long, city councillors on Ottawa's planning committee approved a plan Monday to attach a nine-storey apartment building to the Soeurs de la Visitation while restoring the 19th-century building.

Liberals to look at 'full ban' on handguns, assault weapons Tue, 28 Aug 2018 12:05:30 EDT The federal government will launch a study of a full ban on handguns and assault weapons in Canada, with the examination led by Border Security and Organized Crime Reduction Minister Bill Blair.

Saudi medical trainees allowed to stay in Canada, for now OPP overhauling mental supports in wake of suicides Horses of a different colour auctioned off by RCMP Ottawa Olympian making leap from blades to wheels Tuesday's humidity will be worse than Monday's Spike in cannabis overdoses blamed on potent edibles, poor public education

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City staff handed marching orders on pot shop preps | Man in critical condition after boating accident near Gracefield, Que. | A Kingston incumbent is ditching lawn signs. Should his opponents follow? | Ottawa names new fire chief

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City staff handed marching orders on pot shop preps Wed, 29 Aug 2018 17:50:16 EDT Ottawa Mayor Jim Watson has directed city staff to "take all the necessary steps" — including consulting the public — to prepare the next council for the arrival of private retail cannabis stores.

Man in critical condition after boating accident near Gracefield, Que. Wed, 29 Aug 2018 18:58:52 EDT A boating accident near Gracefield, Que., has left a man in critical condition.

A Kingston incumbent is ditching lawn signs. Should his opponents follow? Wed, 29 Aug 2018 14:26:02 EDT Jim Neill, a veteran city councillor in Kingston, Ont., is abandoning lawn signs leading up to October's municipal election and wants others to do the same. But does it make sense for everyone?

Ottawa names new fire chief Wed, 29 Aug 2018 13:39:55 EDT The City of Ottawa has named Kim Ayotte its new fire chief.

Tornado warnings over for eastern Ontario Ontario cuts natural gas price after revoking cap-and-trade regulations Man stabbed, seriously injured near Rideau Centre Opioids harming older patients at 'alarming' rate, study shows Muggy Wednesday yields thunderstorm warnings Retired officer warns OPP to listen to mental health concerns

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Canadians want a speedy fix to Phoenix, survey finds | Ottawa doctor charged with sexual assault | Kingston to consult public on Sir John A. Macdonald legacy | OPP launching internal review of officer suicides

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Canadians want a speedy fix to Phoenix, survey finds Thu, 30 Aug 2018 18:46:07 EDT Canadians think the disastrous Phoenix pay system should be replaced within a year, according to a survey commissioned by one of the largest unions representing public service professionals.

Ottawa doctor charged with sexual assault Thu, 30 Aug 2018 14:12:07 EDT Police have charged a doctor with sexual assault after an alleged incident at an Ottawa clinic nearly two years ago, and are asking any other alleged victims to come forward.

Kingston to consult public on Sir John A. Macdonald legacy Thu, 30 Aug 2018 18:10:46 EDT The City of Kingston is taking another look at their most prominent son, holding public consultations on Sir John A. Macdonald's legacy.

OPP launching internal review of officer suicides Thu, 30 Aug 2018 12:44:35 EDT OPP commissioner Vince Hawkes says the force will conduct an internal review of member suicides and attempted suicides after three officers recently took their own lives.

'We live with a cloud over our heads': Quebecers say home care services fall short City, conservation authority team up to replace damaged trees Ontario teacher shortage looming, educators warn Ableism rife in Ontario schools, rights commission says Fraternities take steps to address consent, sexual violence Blown away: Family loses barns in sudden storms

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Ontario to stiffen penalties for dangerous driving and endangering pedestrians | Drug users want government to end review of overdose prevention sites | Ford government does U-turn, expands electric vehicle rebates for Tesla buyers | Ontario's basic income pilot to end March 2019

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Ontario to stiffen penalties for dangerous driving and endangering pedestrians Fri, 31 Aug 2018 18:05:09 EDT The Ontario government is introducing a new charge for careless driving and will stiffen penalties for existing dangerous driving charges starting next month.

Drug users want government to end review of overdose prevention sites Fri, 31 Aug 2018 16:44:33 EDT Drug consumers in Ottawa are calling on the provincial government to end its review of overdose prevention sites.

Ford government does U-turn, expands electric vehicle rebates for Tesla buyers Fri, 31 Aug 2018 14:50:12 EDT The Ontario government says it will not appeal a Superior Court decision in favour of Tesla Motors Canada over the cancellation of electric vehicle rebates.

Ontario's basic income pilot to end March 2019 Fri, 31 Aug 2018 17:46:45 EDT Thousands of people participating in Ontario's basic income pilot will receive their last payment on March 31, 2019, the province says.

Last chance to see summer's big attractions What's open and closed on Labour Day Monday Heron Gate tenants facing tough choices as eviction looms CAQ targeting Liberal bastions in western Quebec Buck-a-beer may not be easy to find in Ottawa Friday brings near perfect conditions to close out the week

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Champions stack roster with former Expos for season's final game | Here's what marchers at this year's Labour Day parade are fighting for | 4 men arrested in high-end vehicle theft investigation | Bust to boom: Smiths Falls mayor on the town's big changes

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Champions stack roster with former Expos for season's final game Mon, 3 Sep 2018 05:00:00 EDT The Ottawa Champions held a throwback celebration of the Montreal Expos on Monday, complete with 71-year-old Bill 'Spaceman' Lee as the independent ball club's designated hitter.

Here's what marchers at this year's Labour Day parade are fighting for Mon, 3 Sep 2018 19:05:16 EDT Everything from international trade deals to the local job market topped the minds of participants in this year's Labour Day parade.

4 men arrested in high-end vehicle theft investigation Mon, 3 Sep 2018 14:41:36 EDT Ottawa police say they arrested two men while they attempted to steal a luxury car from a driveway in the New Edinburgh area Friday morning.

Bust to boom: Smiths Falls mayor on the town's big changes Mon, 3 Sep 2018 13:49:39 EDT The mayor of Smiths Falls, Ont. says the amount of economic growth and optimism in his town is something he never expected, especially after the town lost hundreds of jobs when the Hershey chocolate factory closed a decade earlier.

Redblacks' Kyries Hebert suspended for 2nd time this season Search resumes for 11-year-old boy missing in St. Lawrence River Sandy Hill residents make rooming houses a municipal election issue

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It's a humid holiday Monday in Ottawa-Gatineau 2 dozen OC Transpo routes to change Sunday

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Filling Marianne Wilkinson's shoes in Kanata North | First-name basis: No more 'Mr.' or 'Mrs.' in the classroom | Matt Duchene says counted-out Sens could spring surprise on league | Slain man's family 'nervous' as jury selection begins

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Filling Marianne Wilkinson's shoes in Kanata North Tue, 4 Sep 2018 00:00:00 EDT The departure of a longtime politician has opened up the seat in Kanata North for the first time in years.

First-name basis: No more 'Mr.' or 'Mrs.' in the classroom Tue, 4 Sep 2018 13:28:28 EDT Teachers at some Ottawa schools are breaking with tradition by asking students to call them by their first name.

Matt Duchene says counted-out Sens could spring surprise on league Tue, 4 Sep 2018 18:25:52 EDT Matt Duchene believes the Ottawa Senators might surprise a few people this season.

Slain man's family 'nervous' as jury selection begins Tue, 4 Sep 2018 12:21:51 EDT After waiting six years for the trial of the man accused of killing Fouad Nayel to begin, the slain man's mother says she's feeling 'nervous' now that jury selection is finally underway.

City councillor under OPP investigation over election issue Parents expecting 'rainbow babies' find support with PALS Your one-stop info shop on Ottawa municipal election candidates Farm tour brings back fond memories for refugees Brampton man struck, killed on Highway 401 near Napanee Ontario teachers' union takes legal action to fight repeal of modernized sex-ed curriculum

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Multiple witnesses to phone call at centre of police probe into councillor, sources say | Nets installed to catch falling concrete at Place du Portage | More inspectors needed to meet demand, building chief says | Residents dine on KFC at understaffed retirement home

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Multiple witnesses to phone call at centre of police probe into councillor, sources say Wed, 5 Sep 2018 17:51:15 EDT At least five people were allegedly involved in a telephone conversation that led to an election-related police investigation into Ottawa city Coun. Tim Tierney, sources tell CBC News.

Nets installed to catch falling concrete at Place du Portage Wed, 5 Sep 2018 13:30:34 EDT The risk of falling concrete has forced the installation of netting on sections of the exterior walls of three major federal government buildings in Gatineau, Que.

More inspectors needed to meet demand, building chief says Wed, 5 Sep 2018 12:54:44 EDT The City of Ottawa's chief building official wants to hire 12 new full-time employees to help his overburdened department meet its deadlines to inspect new buildings and make sure they're safe to occupy.

Residents dine on KFC at understaffed retirement home Wed, 5 Sep 2018 12:08:50 EDT Residents of a retirement home in Kingston, Ont., were forced to order fast food to feed themselves after kitchen staff failed to show up for work Saturday, two days before another home owned by the same company was evacuated Monday over safety concerns.

Mosquito population explodes in Kanata North

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Wednesday brings heat, thunderstorm warnings Ottawa teen arrested in deadly shooting at Kingston motel Witness recounts first attempts to rescue boy from St. Lawrence River Cumberland candidates face off in French debate

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Former hostage Caitlan Coleman alleges husband abused her | Boil water advisory in effect for Gatineau sector | Quebec police look for new leads in disappearance of Kitigan Zibi teens | Ontario health minister eyes 'system transformation' for health-care sector

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Former hostage Caitlan Coleman alleges husband abused her Thu, 6 Sep 2018 17:09:20 EDT The American woman held hostage for five years in Afghanistan and Pakistan with her family says she and her children suffered physical and emotional abuse from her husband who "regularly threatened to kill her by setting her on fire," according to recently unsealed court documents.

Boil water advisory in effect for Gatineau sector Thu, 6 Sep 2018 19:14:03 EDT The City of Gatineau has issued a boil water advisory for a section of the Gatineau sector south of Highway 50. Residents are asked to boil their water for at least a minute.

Quebec police look for new leads in disappearance of Kitigan Zibi teens Thu, 6 Sep 2018 16:47:51 EDT Ten years to the day after teenaged friends Maisy Odjick and Shannon Alexander vanished from a home near Kitigan Zibi first nation, Quebec provincial police say they hope to turn up new leads in the case.

Ontario health minister eyes 'system transformation' for health-care sector Thu, 6 Sep 2018 16:57:59 EDT Ontario's health minister says the province will address hospital overcrowding issues but any action must be done with an eye to fiscal restraint.

Acoustic upgrades have NACO sounding better than ever Have your say on Sir John A. Macdonald's legacy, Kingston How a bear's ByWard Market foray stole the show

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Hepatitis cases unrelated to dirty clinic, OPH says Councillors race through traffic-calming funds

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Global Affairs intervenes to aid Ottawa police investigation of diplomat's son | Elderly woman killed in Rockland, Ont., parking lot crash | Head of company that helped develop Manotick killed in collision | Underwater search ends for boy lost in boating mishap

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Global Affairs intervenes to aid Ottawa police investigation of diplomat's son Fri, 7 Sep 2018 19:06:46 EDT A case being investigated by Ottawa police's sexual assault and child abuse unit was delayed until police could get permission from the Afghan government to speak to the suspect, the teenage son of a high-ranking diplomat​, CBC News has learned.

Elderly woman killed in Rockland, Ont., parking lot crash Fri, 7 Sep 2018 19:45:48 EDT An elderly woman was killed in Rockland, Ont., Friday morning when she was struck by a car in a parking lot, OPP said.

Head of company that helped develop Manotick killed in collision Fri, 7 Sep 2018 11:35:09 EDT Ken Gordon, 76, was killed after being struck by a truck on Ann Street in Manotick Friday morning.

Underwater search ends for boy lost in boating mishap Fri, 7 Sep 2018 12:36:24 EDT Ontario Provincial Police divers have ceased searching the St. Lawrence River for an 11-year-old boy who disappeared and presumably drowned when a boat capsized last weekend.

Residents forced out of 2nd retirement home in Kingston Frontenac paramedics raise alarm over threats and violence Avril Lavigne announces new music, details battle with Lyme disease Ottawa women's shelter opens doors to furry friends

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Inquest into botched 911 reply to begin next month

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Young Ottawa star scores big in international debut | 'Stressful' retirement home evacuations followed pattern of problems | LRT won't be ready to roll until 2019 | Some public servants fear reprisal in reporting harassment review finds

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Young Ottawa star scores big in international debut Mon, 10 Sep 2018 19:13:22 EDT When the Canadian men’s national soccer team had its best ever result on Sunday, a young man from Ottawa was leading the charge.

'Stressful' retirement home evacuations followed pattern of problems Mon, 10 Sep 2018 15:49:19 EDT The future of two retirement homes in Kingston, Ont., that were evacuated last week is up in the air after Ontario's regulatory agency ordered their owner to cease operating one and find someone else to manage the other.

LRT won't be ready to roll until 2019 Mon, 10 Sep 2018 10:13:36 EDT For the second time this year, the consortium building Ottawa's $2.1-billion LRT system will miss its deadline to hand over the Confederation Line to the city.

Some public servants fear reprisal in reporting harassment review finds Mon, 10 Sep 2018 18:41:31 EDT Canada's top bureaucrat says more can be done to prevent harassment in the public service after a review found some federal civil servants are afraid to complain about it.

Stunt trouble: Police slam brakes on excessive speeders Reality show forces cast members to face their prejudices Maniwaki Hospital forced into costly solution to lure specialists Reduce, reuse, rethink: How can we lift Ottawa's lagging recycling rate? Premier Doug Ford to use notwithstanding clause to cut size of Toronto city council SAQ workers strike for 2nd-straight day, affecting stores across Quebec

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Ottawa police won't use roadside saliva test for pot checks | Bong-wielding clerk thwarts pot shop robbers | Crowded field in Orléans could yield election squeaker | Greenpeace suing Ontario government over cancellation of cap-and-trade program

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Ottawa police won't use roadside saliva test for pot checks Tue, 11 Sep 2018 18:14:06 EDT Ottawa police will not be using the recently-approved roadside saliva test to detect cannabis impairment when recreational marijuana becomes legal next month.

Bong-wielding clerk thwarts pot shop robbers Tue, 11 Sep 2018 17:05:43 EDT A clerk at a cannabis dispensary in Shannonville, Ont., used a bong to fight off a gang of would-be thieves who attacked him with bear spray, Tyendinaga police say.

Crowded field in Orléans could yield election squeaker Tue, 11 Sep 2018 16:44:16 EDT The men and women running to represent Orleans on Ottawa city council will be splitting the vote 17 ways on Oct. 22. That has some wondering, what's the bare minimum a candidate would need to get elected?

Greenpeace suing Ontario government over cancellation of cap-and-trade program Tue, 11 Sep 2018 15:33:28 EDT Leading environmental groups have filed a lawsuit against the Ontario government over the cancellation of the province’s cap and trade program.

Flurry of bear sightings unusual, Gatineau officials say Sens owner Eugene Melnyk launches pre-season PR offensive Melnyk's latest bid to rev up Sens fans falls flat Doug Ford hints at shrinking Ottawa city council Why the latest delay makes LRT an Ottawa election issue

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Woman killed in collision with dump truck | NDP kicked out of Ontario legislature as bill to cut Toronto council reintroduced | Senators gather for charity golf tournament under cloud of uncertainty | Extra folic acid taken during pregnancy doesn't prevent pre-eclampsia, trial shows

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Woman killed in collision with dump truck Wed, 12 Sep 2018 17:43:50 EDT A woman has died in a crash on Moodie Drive between her car and a dump truck.

NDP kicked out of Ontario legislature as bill to cut Toronto council reintroduced Wed, 12 Sep 2018 10:40:04 EDT New Democrat MPPs were kicked out of the Ontario legislature one by one Wednesday afternoon as they loudly protested the reintroduction of a bill halving the size of Toronto city council and refused to come to order.

Senators gather for charity golf tournament under cloud of uncertainty Wed, 12 Sep 2018 16:13:22 EDT You had a sense heading in to this year's Ottawa Senators charity golf tournament that it wouldn't be like any of the others held in the past quarter century.

Extra folic acid taken during pregnancy doesn't prevent pre-eclampsia, trial shows Wed, 12 Sep 2018 19:01:00 EDT For women who are at risk for pre-eclampsia, there is no benefit to being on a high dose of folic acid, a Canadian-led international study finds.

In your blue box, not all plastics are created equal Who is running for Ottawa city council? Gatineau police kill bear injured in collision Police watchdog wraps up report into Wakefield incident Medical students schooled in Indigenous issues No lockout at Ottawa Citizen, Sun

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Sens fans heartbroken about Karlsson trade | 'Sad day': Senators captain Erik Karlsson traded to San Jose Sharks | Senators' rebuild begins on questionable foundation | Dozens pack Kingston school board meeting to support shunned trustee

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Sens fans heartbroken about Karlsson trade Thu, 13 Sep 2018 15:20:32 EDT One of the best hockey players to ever hit the ice as an Ottawa Senator is on his way out after a decade in the national capital region.

'Sad day': Senators captain Erik Karlsson traded to San Jose Sharks Thu, 13 Sep 2018 14:38:11 EDT The Ottawa Senators have traded captain Erik Karlsson to the San Jose Sharks for a package of young players, prospects and draft picks.

Senators' rebuild begins on questionable foundation Thu, 13 Sep 2018 18:11:32 EDT This soap opera week began for the Ottawa Senators when an awkward video starring owner Eugene Melnyk was posted on the team's website.

Dozens pack Kingston school board meeting to support shunned trustee Thu, 13 Sep 2018 16:38:33 EDT People in Kingston, Ont., packed a school board meeting Wednesday night to support a trustee who's been banned from meetings.

Somerset House development plans cancelled, city staff say Not on the voters' list? You have until Friday to fix that Party leaders poised for pivotal debate as voters weigh their options

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With Erik Karlsson gone, Sens try to see the positives | RCMP arrest woman in Ottawa terror hoax | Erik Karlsson bids Twitter farewell to Ottawa | Ontario police warn of recent cyberattacks targeting local governments

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With Erik Karlsson gone, Sens try to see the positives Fri, 14 Sep 2018 17:31:37 EDT The Ottawa Senators training camp opened Friday with new faces and a lot of questions about who will lead the team.

RCMP arrest woman in Ottawa terror hoax Fri, 14 Sep 2018 16:45:16 EDT The RCMP have arrested a 41-year-old woman accused of threatening a terrorist attack against federal buildings in Ottawa earlier this year.

Erik Karlsson bids Twitter farewell to Ottawa Fri, 14 Sep 2018 16:04:06 EDT Erik Karlsson and his wife Melinda both posted on social media Friday to thank the community for its support and to express their love for Ottawa.

Ontario police warn of recent cyberattacks targeting local governments Fri, 14 Sep 2018 16:39:08 EDT A rash of cyberattacks on Ontario municipal governments in which hackers demand a ransom to unlock compromised systems has prompted the provincial police force to warn about what it describes as a recent trend.

Ex-wife charged in death of man at Kingston, Ont., motel Gatineau residents concerned about bears near daycare CityFolk and a cranky Beethoven for the weekend RTG refuses to tell taxpayers how they'll finish LRT Man charged with sexual assault, human trafficking Brooke Henderson remains 2 shots off lead at LPGA major

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Privacy watchdog investigating release of homicide report | Immigration takes centre stage at Quebec English-language leaders debate | Filipino community awaits news after deadly typhoon | Simons apologizes for campaign selling bras named after famed Canadian women

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Privacy watchdog investigating release of homicide report Mon, 17 Sep 2018 16:45:27 EDT The province's privacy commissioner said it is investigating the mistaken release of a confidential homicide report by Ottawa police.

Immigration takes centre stage at Quebec English-language leaders debate Mon, 17 Sep 2018 17:00:50 EDT Immigration policy, once again, emerged as a key issue in this provincial election campaign, as Liberal Leader Philippe Couillard and François Legault, the leader of Coalition Avenir Québec, sparred repeatedly at Monday's historic English-language debate.

Filipino community awaits news after deadly typhoon Mon, 17 Sep 2018 18:13:13 EDT Ottawa residents with friends and family in the Philippines are watching helplessly as the Southeast Asian country begins the grim job of digging out from the devastation wrought by Typhoon Mangkhut.

Simons apologizes for campaign selling bras named after famed Canadian women Mon, 17 Sep 2018 16:11:52 EDT Quebec-based department store chain La Maison Simons has apologized for a recent ad campaign in which it used the name of Supreme Court Justice Beverley McLachlin and other Canadian women to sell bras and other items.

Are the Senators out of touch with their fan base? Kingston man charged in bizarre break-in Toronto-area Liberal MP Leona Alleslev crosses the floor to join Conservatives Western Quebec anglophones welcome English debate How to watch the English-language Quebec leaders' debate from Ottawa Senators fans back radical rebuild, GM insists

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Wesley Clover Parks eyeing another major concert | Police name suspect, victim in hotel homicide | Candidates take different routes to solving south-end gridlock | Brockville police investigate death of 911 caller

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Wesley Clover Parks eyeing another major concert Tue, 18 Sep 2018 17:14:45 EDT Wesley Clover Parks is seeking the city's approval to hold another large-scale concert in 2019, four years after a performance by Canadian country star Shania Twain that was marred by traffic problems.

Police name suspect, victim in hotel homicide Tue, 18 Sep 2018 11:39:28 EDT Ottawa police have identified the man killed in a south Ottawa hotel Saturday night as Mohamad Mana, 30, and have issued a warrant for the arrest of a woman wanted for his murder.

Candidates take different routes to solving south-end gridlock Tue, 18 Sep 2018 14:13:50 EDT Candidates vying to represent the suburban Ottawa ward of Gloucester-South Nepean are grappling with a difficult dilemma: how to ensure road infrastructure keeps up pace with development so existing residents can get where they need to go.

Brockville police investigate death of 911 caller Tue, 18 Sep 2018 13:09:12 EDT Brockville police have launched a suspicious death investigation after a man who called 911 was later found dead in the St. Lawrence River.

Tavares set to make Leafs pre-season debut as Sens begin post-Karlsson era Catholic school board appeals Immaculata field curfew

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Father Joe LeClair returns to work in Ottawa | Watch new Shark Erik Karlsson's press conference from San Jose | Lawsuit over solitary confinement in Ontario jails certified as class action | Developers holding fundraiser for councillor on planning committee

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Father Joe LeClair returns to work in Ottawa Wed, 19 Sep 2018 16:50:47 EDT An Ottawa priest who was convicted and sent to jail for defrauding his church of $130,000 has returned to work in the city.

Watch new Shark Erik Karlsson's press conference from San Jose Wed, 19 Sep 2018 15:44:58 EDT Watch tonight at 6 p.m. ET as former Ottawa Senator Erik Karlsson addresses the media for the first time in San Jose as a member of the Sharks.

Lawsuit over solitary confinement in Ontario jails certified as class action Wed, 19 Sep 2018 17:10:51 EDT A lawsuit alleging the Ontario government violated the rights of inmates by placing them inappropriately in solitary confinement can proceed as a class action, a Superior Court judge has ruled.

Developers holding fundraiser for councillor on planning committee Wed, 19 Sep 2018 16:29:24 EDT Former Ottawa city councillor and planning chair Peter Hume is organizing a fundraiser with developers for Coun. Jean Cloutier, currently a member of the planning committee.

Ottawa police officer facing sexual assault charges Accused drunk driver loses wheels fleeing police Bus 'tweaks' possible in wake of LRT delay PC voters grade Ford government's performance so far Capital region transit users vent park-and-ride woes Kids, driver injured in school bus collision near Vankleek Hill

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Parliament Hill rink finds new home in Gananoque, Ont. | Racist insults caught on video | Stolen truck crashes into downtown building, injuring pedestrian | It's maintenant or never for François Legault

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Parliament Hill rink finds new home in Gananoque, Ont. Thu, 20 Sep 2018 19:18:46 EDT The Canada 150 skating rink will have a new home, just in time for winter, in Gananoque, Ont., sources tell CBC News.

Racist insults caught on video Thu, 20 Sep 2018 16:45:11 EDT An Ottawa woman who claims a couple hurled racist insults at her in a parking lot caught part of the incident on video.

Stolen truck crashes into downtown building, injuring pedestrian Thu, 20 Sep 2018 14:06:19 EDT A driver has been arrested after a stolen van crashed into a building across from the World Exchange Plaza, injuring one person.

It's maintenant or never for François Legault Thu, 20 Sep 2018 18:00:00 EDT There’s no time like the present and, if you’re François Legault, it’s “le go” time — for real. The final debate, airing on TVA, starts at 8 p.m. and it’s the last chance the candidates have to show they’re the one for the job.

Batten down the hatches, Friday is going to be windy Rural Canada Post carriers may see 25% wage hike after pay equity dispute Doucet calls for stronger green space protection 25-member Toronto council will work, minister insists CBC Ottawa explains: Suburban gridlock, and what to do about it Helping parents combat racism in schools

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Tornado tears through Ottawa-Gatineau | Review clears police who returned boy to abusive parents | No charges against son of Afghan diplomat, lawyer says | Cloutier cancels developer-backed fundraiser

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Tornado tears through Ottawa-Gatineau Fri, 21 Sep 2018 17:49:27 EDT A tornado tears through parts of Ottawa and Gatineau, Que., leaving a trail of destruction.

Review clears police who returned boy to abusive parents Fri, 21 Sep 2018 17:29:09 EDT An independent review has cleared Ottawa police officers who returned a young boy to the care of his father and stepmother, charged 15 months later with badly abusing and starving him.

No charges against son of Afghan diplomat, lawyer says Fri, 21 Sep 2018 16:41:07 EDT A sexual assault investigation related to allegations against the teenage son of a high-ranking Afghan diplomat in Ottawa has ended without charges, according to his lawyer.

Cloutier cancels developer-backed fundraiser Fri, 21 Sep 2018 16:22:24 EDT Alta Vista incumbent Jean Cloutier has cancelled a developer-backed fundraiser planned for next week and is calling on his fellow candidates to join him in posting donor names online by Oct. 17 after a CBC story reported on the event.

67's scrap free tickets for minor hockey players Bail hearing set for accused police officer Rink announcement too late in the game for 2018 opening Deemed 'unfounded' 20 years ago, rape case nets conviction Police seek driver after traffic officer struck Majority on planning committee taking developer donations

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For some Ottawa businesses, recovering from tornado could take months | Recovery slow for Ottawa's 'other' tornado victims | Volunteers share skills and supplies with Ottawa region storm victims | Farmer injured in tornado out of danger, family says

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For some Ottawa businesses, recovering from tornado could take months Mon, 24 Sep 2018 19:17:27 EDT Many businesses on Colonnade Road in Ottawa found themselves in the direct path of Friday's tornado, which tore the roofs from buildings and caused widespread water damage.

Recovery slow for Ottawa's 'other' tornado victims Mon, 24 Sep 2018 17:22:50 EDT Residents of Ottawa's Greenboro neighbourhood are preparing to rebuild after what Environment Canada has confirmed was a tornado touched down Friday, damaging roofs, vehicles and backyards.

Volunteers share skills and supplies with Ottawa region storm victims Mon, 24 Sep 2018 18:48:56 EDT Talented carpenters, arborists, cooks, drivers, therapists and babysitters are offering their supplies and services to those affected by the tornadoes that struck the Ottawa-Gatineau region on Sept. 21.

Farmer injured in tornado out of danger, family says Mon, 24 Sep 2018 17:59:51 EDT One of four people who remain in hospital after an EF-3 tornado carved a path of destruction through the rural west Ottawa community of Dunrobin on Friday is out of danger, his relieved family says.

Praise for hydro workers as power returns Gatineau tornado victims left piecing lives back together Most English-language schools reopening Tuesday 4 patients remain in Ottawa hospitals after Friday tornadoes 'My family is going to die here': Gatineau father recalls tornado terror How to help during the Ottawa-Gatineau tornado

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Calabogie residents 'banded together' after tornado hit, officials say | Province releases disaster assistance maps for tornado victims | Mayoral candidates square off at debate held by Carleton University's residence association | Hydro Ottawa aims to restore all power Wednesday

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Calabogie residents 'banded together' after tornado hit, officials say Tue, 25 Sep 2018 19:46:30 EDT Municipal officials in Calabogie, Ont., say more than two dozen homes will need to be repaired after a tornado tore through the eastern Ontario community late last week.

Province releases disaster assistance maps for tornado victims Tue, 25 Sep 2018 19:05:08 EDT The provincial government has released detailed maps to help people affected by last week's tornadoes figure out if they are eligible for provincial disaster assistance.

Mayoral candidates square off at debate held by Carleton University's residence association Tue, 25 Sep 2018 18:04:36 EDT Carleton University's residence association is holding a mayoral candidates' debate this evening at 6 p.m., ahead of the Oct. 22 municipal election. Follow CBC reporter Joanne Chianello's live coverage here.

Hydro Ottawa aims to restore all power Wednesday Tue, 25 Sep 2018 06:16:24 EDT Life is slowly returning to normal for most residents of Ottawa-Gatineau after Friday's destructive tornadoes.

6 tornadoes hit Ottawa-Gatineau region, Environment Canada says Senators put Zack Smith on waivers Some schools remain closed after tornadoes Fire chief, friends pitch in to end paramedic's run of rotten luck U of O cuts ties to student union over fraud allegations Wesley Clover Parks given go-ahead for June concert

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Charities unite to aid tornado victims | Rowan's Law Day a lasting reminder of concussion danger | Ontario won't cap pot shops in private cannabis marketplace | City suffered communication breakdown after tornadoes struck

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Charities unite to aid tornado victims Wed, 26 Sep 2018 17:56:25 EDT Relief organizations in Ottawa are coming together under a common banner to help victims of last week's tornadoes.

Rowan's Law Day a lasting reminder of concussion danger Wed, 26 Sep 2018 16:14:41 EDT The last Wednesday in September has been set aside to remind students and educators in Ontario about the dangers of concussion.

Ontario won't cap pot shops in private cannabis marketplace Wed, 26 Sep 2018 17:10:38 EDT The Ontario government says it will not put a cap on pot shops when it starts licensing and regulating the province's private cannabis retail marketplace.

City suffered communication breakdown after tornadoes struck Wed, 26 Sep 2018 14:37:43 EDT City of Ottawa officials encountered significant challenges communicating with both the public and their own staff in the hours after several tornadoes tore through eastern Ontario and western Quebec, the city's top bureaucrat acknowledged Wednesday.

Fire-damaged Gatineau school to remain closed until next year Gas severed to Heron Gate residents days before evictions

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Developer donations expected to be major focus of Alta Vista debate Scammers targeting tornado victims, insurance bureau says What to do during a tornado alert

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Ottawa police officer facing more charges | Place du Portage worker dies of legionnaires' disease | Development issues likely focus of Capital ward debate | College ward candidates square off

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Ottawa police officer facing more charges Thu, 27 Sep 2018 17:12:17 EDT Const. Eric Post is facing 11 additional charges involving three more alleged victims, Ottawa police announced Thursday.

Place du Portage worker dies of legionnaires' disease Thu, 27 Sep 2018 16:00:00 EDT A man who worked at a federal government office building in Gatineau, Que., where the bacteria that causes legionnaires' disease was detected in 2015 has died of the same infection.

Development issues likely focus of Capital ward debate Thu, 27 Sep 2018 18:45:00 EDT Capital ward candidates will square off Thursday over development, the environment and accountability at city hall.

College ward candidates square off Thu, 27 Sep 2018 18:30:00 EDT The CBC's Kate Porter live tweets from a debate at the Westcliffe Community Centre in Bells Corners.

Trump's Canadian envoy Kelly Craft says U.S. respects Chrystia Freeland Small businesses dealt cruel blow by power outage Here's how you can help with Ottawa's tornado recovery The long demise of Heron Gate National Arts Centre ushers in new era with uniform refresh Canada's newest curling expert is an 11-year-old girl from Kanata

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Ontario gets 6-month extension on overdose prevention sites as it decides their fate | Cyclist calls for dedicated bike lanes after Holland Avenue collision | Outaouais voters looking for health-care remedy | Ottawa police seek help to find at-risk missing elderly man

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Ontario gets 6-month extension on overdose prevention sites as it decides their fate Fri, 28 Sep 2018 18:50:16 EDT The federal government has given Ontario a six-month extension to allow overdose prevention sites to continue operating in the province while it decides the fate of the facilities.

Cyclist calls for dedicated bike lanes after Holland Avenue collision Fri, 28 Sep 2018 17:54:58 EDT Sylvia Smith, 61, was riding her bicycle north along Holland Avenue just before 4 p.m. Thursday when a pickup truck turning left onto Sherwood Drive collided with her.

Outaouais voters looking for health-care remedy Fri, 28 Sep 2018 15:48:07 EDT With just three days until the Quebec election, advocates say voters in the Outaouais region are looking for solutions to salvage the region's failing health-care system.

Ottawa police seek help to find at-risk missing elderly man Fri, 28 Sep 2018 17:36:23 EDT Ottawa police are hoping the public can help find a 85-year-old, at-risk man who has been missing since Thursday afternoon.

Cutting-edge artistry ushers in troubling new era Magee House owner applies to tear down historic property How are you doing? Questions to avoid lasting trauma after tornadoes Team Rubicon here to help with tornado recovery Ontario to scrap Drive Clean emissions test, target heavy-duty vehicles instead Former students sue board over alleged abuse by music teacher

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Final hour of voting underway after hard-fought Quebec election campaign | Ottawa police allowed to use cannabis off-duty | Kanata North candidates face off in first live ward debate | Family pleads for missing 11-year-old girl's safe return

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Final hour of voting underway after hard-fought Quebec election campaign Mon, 1 Oct 2018 19:14:07 EDT Polling stations across Quebec will close in less than an hour, after a hotly contested, 39-day provincial election campaign. The incumbent Liberals are facing a major challenge from Coalition Avenir Québec, led by François Legault.

Ottawa police allowed to use cannabis off-duty Mon, 1 Oct 2018 17:57:27 EDT Ottawa police officers will be allowed to consume cannabis when they're off-duty, once the drug becomes legal in Ontario.

Kanata North candidates face off in first live ward debate Mon, 1 Oct 2018 19:14:13 EDT With no incumbent for the first time since the ward was created in 2006, candidates will try to win over voters tonight in Kanata North.

Family pleads for missing 11-year-old girl's safe return Mon, 1 Oct 2018 15:54:31 EDT The family of a missing 11-year-old girl has made an emotional plea for her safe return after she packed a bag and left her Carlington home nearly a week ago.

Clive Doucet would prioritize affordable housing if elected mayor How to watch the Quebec election results Change may be on the horizon in Quebec as voting underway Ontario dairy farmers disappointed with new USMCA trade deal Man charged in fatal ATV crash Farmers' market helps food bank restock shelves

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No new date for Ottawa LRT opening | Bay ward candidates to battle for votes in debate tonight | NowWhat? debate tackles gender-based issues from poverty to policing | Police investigating death at Gatineau home

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No new date for Ottawa LRT opening Tue, 2 Oct 2018 18:20:55 EDT Three weeks after the consortium building the city's new LRT line said it would miss the Nov. 2 handover deadline, the City of Ottawa has no new date for when the $2.1-billion system will be up and running.

Bay ward candidates to battle for votes in debate tonight Tue, 2 Oct 2018 18:43:56 EDT Transit, affordable housing and development are all expected to be key issues at a debate in Bay ward tonight. Follow the CBC's Laura Osman live blog from the debate.

NowWhat? debate tackles gender-based issues from poverty to policing Tue, 2 Oct 2018 18:45:00 EDT Nine mayoral candidates will debate important city issues including housing, transit, taxation and policing through a gender lens tonight. Mayor Jim Watson won't be among them.

Police investigating death at Gatineau home Tue, 2 Oct 2018 16:48:26 EDT Gatineau police are investigating after a person died following an incident at a home on rue du Vigneau.

Victoria Island to close for contamination cleanup Ottawa's Indonesian community awaits news after quake, tsunami Arnprior arm wrestler hoping to get hold of world title Canada-wide warrant issued for missing inmate Does Rachel Homan deserve a free spot in the Scotties? 'Huge change' as CAQ stakes claim to Outaouais

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Watson defends taking developer donations | Tornado relief effort 'just beginning' | 8 maps that explain Quebec's surprise election results | Military looking to provide case workers for victims of sexual misconduct

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Watson defends taking developer donations Wed, 3 Oct 2018 12:32:12 EDT Ottawa Mayor Jim Watson said he'll continue accepting campaign donations from developers, even though he understands it could be perceived as a conflict.

Tornado relief effort 'just beginning' Wed, 3 Oct 2018 14:32:24 EDT More than a dozen charitable and not-for-profit agencies in Ottawa banded together Wednesday morning to begin determining the next steps in assisting residents affected by the tornadoes that ripped through the region Sept. 21.

8 maps that explain Quebec's surprise election results Wed, 3 Oct 2018 19:00:00 EDT Did demographics determine the results of the 2018 Quebec election? These maps provide a clue.

Military looking to provide case workers for victims of sexual misconduct Wed, 3 Oct 2018 18:55:30 EDT The Canadian military is looking to provide case workers to victims of inappropriate sexual behaviour to ensure they have continuous support from the moment they report an incident through to the end of their case.

'Above and beyond': Hydro workers share stories of tornado cleanup Accused drunk driver crosses soccer field to reach bar Gatineau MNA-elect reaffirms party's plan for new hospital Ontario principals overloaded with administration, have less time for education: report

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Man arrested in Gatineau's 3rd homicide of 2018

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Rideau-Vanier debate likely to tackle intensification issues, Salvation Army | Ottawa police officer released on strict bail conditions | City orders Somerset House owner to make repairs | Trees, bees and buses among Watson's green election promises

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Rideau-Vanier debate likely to tackle intensification issues, Salvation Army Thu, 4 Oct 2018 18:20:00 EDT Intensification, student bunkhouses and the controversial Salvation Army development planned for Montreal Road are likely to be among the issues at tonight's Rideau-Vanier debate. The CBC's Joanne Chianello reports from the debate live.

Ottawa police officer released on strict bail conditions Thu, 4 Oct 2018 17:32:28 EDT An Ottawa police constable facing multiple criminal charges, including sexual assault, harassment, forcible confinement and uttering threats has been released on strict bail conditions.

City orders Somerset House owner to make repairs Thu, 4 Oct 2018 17:51:41 EDT The city has ordered the owner of the historic and long-vacant Somerset House to make crucial repairs to the building in hopes of preventing it from deteriorating once winter sets in.

Trees, bees and buses among Watson's green election promises Thu, 4 Oct 2018 15:42:00 EDT Jim Watson is promising to launch an electric bus pilot project, plant trees and open the door to backyard beehives if he's elected as Ottawa's mayor for a third consecutive term.

Meet the Ottawa-area arm wrestler carrying on her parents' and grandmother's legacy Four Ottawa men charged in Thunder Bay, Ont., homicide Committee approves demolition of historic Magee House Bus route changes a hot election issue in Innes The Fix: All In A Day tackles city issues ahead of the election Councillor calls for 'nuclear option' to halt Westboro triplexes

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Friday is the most dangerous day to drive on Hwy. 401 — and here's why | Watson cancels photo op appearance after complaints of rule breaking | Subscribe to the new CBC Ottawa weekly newsletter | Ticks more widespread in Ottawa than initially thought

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Friday is the most dangerous day to drive on Hwy. 401 — and here's why Fri, 5 Oct 2018 04:00:00 EDT A CBC analysis of five years of traffic data shows more car crashes happen on Highway 401 on Fridays than any other day of the week.

Watson cancels photo op appearance after complaints of rule breaking Fri, 5 Oct 2018 14:03:23 EDT Mayor Jim Watson cancelled his appearance at a city photo op after the city clerk received calls asking if the event was against election rules.

Subscribe to the new CBC Ottawa weekly newsletter Mon, 17 Sep 2018 12:59:17 EDT Are you looking for more than the headlines? Sign up now for You Otta Know, the new CBC Ottawa weekly newsletter.

Ticks more widespread in Ottawa than initially thought Fri, 5 Oct 2018 12:00:00 EDT Ottawa's tick population is more widespread than University of Ottawa researchers originally believed it to be, with the critters now popping up near residential areas of the city.

Province expands Dunrobin tornado assistance zone Doucet promises to protect heritage, day programs for homeless

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Seeing red (and yellow and orange): 5 spots to catch the fall colours What does the CAQ's electoral reform promise hold for anglophones? English school board promising fight over CAQ's abolition plan

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Overcrowded shelters want city to better serve homeless | Apple of your eye? Rundown birthplace of the McIntosh is for sale | Major crime unit now investigating 11-year-old's disappearance | Patrice Bergeron hat trick sends Senators to 1st regulation loss

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Overcrowded shelters want city to better serve homeless Mon, 8 Oct 2018 17:33:26 EDT With emergency shelters running overcapacity officials at the Ottawa Mission are urging all candidates running for municipal council to commit more money to house vulnerable people as the weather turns colder.

Apple of your eye? Rundown birthplace of the McIntosh is for sale Mon, 8 Oct 2018 04:00:00 EDT The birthplace of the beloved McIntosh red apple — its farmhouse abandoned, its trees overgrown and its outbuildings fallen into disrepair — is up for sale in Dundela, Ont., about 75 kilometres southeast of Ottawa. It needs work, but for the right lover of apples and/or history, this could make a perfect home.

Major crime unit now investigating 11-year-old's disappearance Sat, 6 Oct 2018 18:10:08 EDT The Ottawa Police Service's major crime section is now investigating the late September disappearance of Nakayla Baskin — and has released an image of a car they believe may have been involved.

Patrice Bergeron hat trick sends Senators to 1st regulation loss Mon, 8 Oct 2018 16:09:34 EDT Patrice Bergeron had a hat trick, scoring his first just 30 seconds into the game, and Tuukka Rask stopped 28 shots to earn his first win of the season while leading the Boston Bruins to a 6-3 victory over the visiting Ottawa Senators on Monday.

What's open and closed on Thanksgiving MP promises no pay problems for Portage III workers Hunters applaud province for addressing disease that could devastate deer

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As number of pedestrians hit by cars rises, SAAQ launches awareness campaign This 14-year-old doesn't have a cell phone and, no, he doesn't want one

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Is Watson missing key debate for pricey fundraiser? | Teen dead in 'misadventure' at Barrhaven construction site | Ontario Human Rights Commission joins sex-ed legal challenge | Exhibition cracks code on secret science of encryption

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Is Watson missing key debate for pricey fundraiser? Tue, 9 Oct 2018 16:51:36 EDT Is Jim Watson skipping a mayoral candidates debate organized by more than 40 community associations to attend a $250-per-person fundraiser for his re-election campaign at upscale Elgin Street eatery Beckta Dining & Wine?

Teen dead in 'misadventure' at Barrhaven construction site Tue, 9 Oct 2018 06:46:37 EDT A 17-year-old boy is dead and a 19-year-old man has been charged following what police are terming a "misadventure" at a construction site on Freshwater Way in Barrhaven's Half Moon Bay community Monday night.

Ontario Human Rights Commission joins sex-ed legal challenge Tue, 9 Oct 2018 12:13:33 EDT The Ontario Human Rights Commission says it will join a legal challenge of the interim sexual-education curriculum introduced by the province's Progressive Conservative government.

Exhibition cracks code on secret science of encryption Tue, 9 Oct 2018 12:00:00 EDT A new exhibit by the Canada Science and Technology Museum, in partnership with the Canadian government's national cryptology agency, is all about demystifying the secretive world of encryption and cybersecurity.

The new face of beauty care for cancer patients CBC Ottawa explains: What would it take to improve rural transit?

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Candidates square off at Gloucester-Southgate debate | Mont-Bleu students will move to Asticou Centre in December | Ottawa police arrest man in human trafficking case | How the mayor's doughnut run helped save this towering dog doodle

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Candidates square off at Gloucester-Southgate debate Wed, 10 Oct 2018 18:15:00 EDT Gloucester-Southgate incumbent Diane Deans is looking to win a seventh term as the councillor for the ward. This time, she's facing four challengers.

Mont-Bleu students will move to Asticou Centre in December Wed, 10 Oct 2018 17:55:24 EDT The nearly 1,500 École secondaire Mont-Bleu students displaced by a fire last month will have a new home at the federal government complex later this year.

Ottawa police arrest man in human trafficking case Wed, 10 Oct 2018 19:25:21 EDT An Ottawa man faces nine charges after a woman told police she'd been the victim of human trafficking.

How the mayor's doughnut run helped save this towering dog doodle Wed, 10 Oct 2018 16:51:04 EDT Mayor Jim Watson was on a doughnut run when a chance meeting with a CBC reporter led him to help save a work of art from being painted over.

Gatineau surgeon suspended after botched operation Accused in fatal 'misadventure' granted bail Missing 11-year-old girl found safe SIU clears police in 2017 rollover near Smiths Falls Fatal crash closes westbound Highway 401 near Morrisburg Cub trouble at Petawawa school

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Federal government ordered to address air quality at Gatineau complex | Tornado-damaged church no longer a polling station | Doucet to release donors list ahead of election | NCC seeking public input on century-old Gatineau convent

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Federal government ordered to address air quality at Gatineau complex Thu, 11 Oct 2018 18:03:42 EDT Headaches, shortness of breath, allergy flare-ups, nausea: these are some of the symptoms reported in a poll of federal workers on the 19th floor of Les Terrasses de la Chaudière​ in Gatineau.

Tornado-damaged church no longer a polling station Thu, 11 Oct 2018 16:10:22 EDT Letters have been sent to thousands of voters telling them not to cast ballots at Arlington Woods Free Methodist Church on voting day.

Doucet to release donors list ahead of election Thu, 11 Oct 2018 15:01:33 EDT Mayoral contender Clive Doucet plans to add his name to a growing list of candidates who are choosing to disclose their campaign donations ahead of the Oct. 22 vote.

NCC seeking public input on century-old Gatineau convent Thu, 11 Oct 2018 14:15:11 EDT The National Capital Commission is asking for the public to weigh in on the future of a 107-year-old Gatineau, Que., convent site near the Ottawa River shoreline.

Ontario's online weed store will ship with Canada Post with a $5 delivery fee Victim in Barrhaven 'misadventure' identified Province's take from gambling hits record $2.5 billion 2nd eastern Ontario college to ban smoking tobacco, cannabis Hull residents, businesses brace for lengthy boil-water advisory Ottawa's mayoral candidates give their elevator pitch — literally

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Watson pledges help for injection sites if province pulls funding | 'They killed a dream': Parents of music journalist speak as his accused killers go on trial | Hydro Ottawa plans brief power outage Sunday morning | A great weekend for design, dance and theatre

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Watson pledges help for injection sites if province pulls funding Fri, 12 Oct 2018 17:49:51 EDT If the Ontario government cuts funding to Ottawa's supervised injection sites, the city of Ottawa will have to take over the task of "helping vulnerable residents in our community," Mayor Jim Watson told CBC Friday.

'They killed a dream': Parents of music journalist speak as his accused killers go on trial Fri, 12 Oct 2018 18:46:15 EDT The parents of a young man brutally murdered in 2015 told reporters in Toronto Friday that a dream died the night he was killed, and they hope no one else will ever have to go through a similar experience. Hassan and Magda Noureddine travelled from Ottawa for the trial of three men accused of killing of their son, Zaher (Zack) Noureddine.

Hydro Ottawa plans brief power outage Sunday morning Fri, 12 Oct 2018 12:23:46 EDT If you're planning to wake up early Sunday, you may want to set a backup alarm before you go to bed: Hydro Ottawa is planning to briefly cut power overnight to about 50,000 customers.

A great weekend for design, dance and theatre Fri, 12 Oct 2018 15:52:28 EDT Three artsy activities to keep you warm on this autumn weekend.

Did an MP break rules by endorsing her husband for city council? Lowertown rife with crime, researchers show Carleton looks to cut ties with student federation Your guide to legalized cannabis in Quebec In Dunrobin, despair sets in as tornado recovery drags on Who's running for Ottawa city council?

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Here's where you will (and won't) be able to use cannabis in Ottawa | Naloxone increasingly ineffective against drug combos | Advance turnout reaches 56K ahead of election day | Discovery of woman's body leaves town 'horrified'

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Here's where you will (and won't) be able to use cannabis in Ottawa Mon, 15 Oct 2018 17:40:12 EDT Cannabis officially becomes legal on Oct. 17, and the City of Ottawa is marking the occasion by releasing a list of places where you won't be allowed to spark up.

Naloxone increasingly ineffective against drug combos Mon, 15 Oct 2018 17:01:54 EDT Workers on the front lines of Ottawa's opioid crisis say the life-saving antidote naloxone is increasingly ineffective because drug users are showing up with lethal and often unknown combinations of dangerous narcotics in their systems.

Advance turnout reaches 56K ahead of election day Mon, 15 Oct 2018 17:07:38 EDT The City of Ottawa's two advance voting periods drew over 56,000 voters to the polls, according to detailed numbers posted Monday.

Discovery of woman's body leaves town 'horrified' Mon, 15 Oct 2018 16:03:32 EDT The discovery of a missing Alexandria, Ont., woman's body has left the eastern Ontario town of nearly 3,000 shaken and worried, the area's mayor said.

'Unfair' to ask cost of garbage promise, Doucet says Mosaïculture falls short of 2018 attendance goal Illegal pot shops planning shutdown in bid to go legit Dog suffered possible cannabis overdose, owner says Missing Burlington father and 11-month-old son found safe near Ottawa

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$83M needed to repair 'fire hazard' 24 Sussex and other official residences, commission says | Police scour shooting scene near Bayshore mall | Canada Post workers could begin rotating strikes Monday | Here's a sneak peek inside a Quebec cannabis store

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$83M needed to repair 'fire hazard' 24 Sussex and other official residences, commission says Tue, 16 Oct 2018 16:17:44 EDT It'll take tens of millions of dollars over the next decade to restore and maintain Canada's official residences — including the "fire hazard" that is 24 Sussex Drive — due to chronic underfunding, according to a new report by the National Capital Commission.

Police scour shooting scene near Bayshore mall Tue, 16 Oct 2018 05:37:59 EDT Ottawa police are investigating after a man was shot and critically injured near Bayshore Shopping Centre early Tuesday morning.

Canada Post workers could begin rotating strikes Monday Tue, 16 Oct 2018 18:29:15 EDT The Canadian Union of Postal Workers says it has given strike notice to Canada Post that workers could walk off the job as early as next week.

Here's a sneak peek inside a Quebec cannabis store Tue, 16 Oct 2018 10:45:29 EDT The immaculately stacked shelves, all behind a counter out of reach of consumers, are lined with offerings such as Great White Shark, Chocolope and Pink Kush.

Plane narrowly misses crashing into Ottawa home Cannabis info sessions answer parents' burning questions The Fix: Engineer embarrassed by Ottawa's pothole-plagued roads

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Cancelling cap-and-trade will result in $3B in lost revenue: FAO

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Suspect wanted in violent Vanier home invasion | Gatineau Park closes roads due to cold snap | Mayor sued for blocking residents on Twitter | Canada ban on asbestos takes effect but mining residues are exempt

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Suspect wanted in violent Vanier home invasion Wed, 17 Oct 2018 07:01:48 EDT Ottawa police have one suspect in custody and have issued a warrant for another man following a violent home invasion in Vanier Tuesday evening.

Gatineau Park closes roads due to cold snap Wed, 17 Oct 2018 18:10:06 EDT The parkways in Gatineau Park have been closed Wednesday evening due to a sudden drop in temperatures in the region.

Mayor sued for blocking residents on Twitter Wed, 17 Oct 2018 12:26:22 EDT Three local activists are suing Mayor Jim Watson for blocking them on Twitter, arguing that by doing so, he is violating the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms section on freedom of expression.

Canada ban on asbestos takes effect but mining residues are exempt Wed, 17 Oct 2018 15:18:32 EDT Canada's ban on the import, sale and use of asbestos will not prevent companies in Quebec from sifting through the waste left over from decades of mining asbestos to look for magnesium.

Liberal government to waive fee, waiting time for pot pardons Ontario's moth maven has mixed feelings about memes Sens rookie Brady Tkachuk sidelined by leg injury Kingston doctor leading fight against Lyme disease Canadian pot shoppers placing 100 orders per minute online, Shopify says Ottawa police chief defends wait for roadside test options

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Watson promises free Sunday transit for seniors | Mathieu Lacombe named minister responsible for Outaouais | Yes, Zoe, there are women farmers | Young activist stands against violence with Moose Hide Campaign

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Watson promises free Sunday transit for seniors Thu, 18 Oct 2018 18:11:37 EDT Ottawa Mayor Jim Watson is promising an extra day of free transit for seniors if he's re-elected Monday.

Mathieu Lacombe named minister responsible for Outaouais Thu, 18 Oct 2018 16:44:28 EDT Coalition Avenir Québec​ MNA Mathieu Lacombe has been named minister for families and minister responsible for the Outaouais.

Yes, Zoe, there are women farmers Thu, 18 Oct 2018 14:30:00 EDT When CBC Ottawa host Adrian Harewood's daughter Zoe asked him why all the farmers in the books he read to her were men, he didn't know what to tell her. Sandi Brock had the answer.

Young activist stands against violence with Moose Hide Campaign Thu, 18 Oct 2018 16:27:59 EDT CBC News asked Ottawa high school student Daxton Rhead for this thoughts on the Moose Hide Campaign and what it means to be a non-Indigenous advocate for the cause.

François Legault promises to govern for 'all Quebecers' The Fix: Bus ads anger Ottawa's Chinese community Taxpayers could pick up legal tab for mayor's Twitter feud Specialized unit aims to curb aggression in dementia patients

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Carleton University strips Aung San Suu Kyi of honorary degree | Man killed in motorcycle crash near La Pêche | 1 killed in crash near Hawkesbury, Ont. | Quebec premier announces $2M fund for tornado victims

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Carleton University strips Aung San Suu Kyi of honorary degree Fri, 19 Oct 2018 17:48:08 EDT Carleton University has rescinded an honorary degree granted to Myanmar's leader Aung San Suu Kyi in 2011.

Man killed in motorcycle crash near La Pêche Fri, 19 Oct 2018 19:21:41 EDT A 30-year-old man is dead following a collision on Route 105 in La Pêche near Chemin Pritchard.

1 killed in crash near Hawkesbury, Ont. Fri, 19 Oct 2018 17:46:00 EDT One person is dead following a collision involving two tractor-trailers and a sedan near Hawkesbury, Ont.

Quebec premier announces $2M fund for tornado victims Fri, 19 Oct 2018 16:41:22 EDT Quebec Premier François Legault announced $2 million dollars for the Red Cross on Friday to help victims of the tornadoes in Gatineau, Que., and criticized current efforts to compensate those people.

Boy's body found in St. Lawrence River SIU clears Ottawa police officers in shooting Harmonica homage, Fiddle festival and Silence for the weekend Don't panic! Tips to help you make the right choice on election day The Fix: How to help those struggling in the ByWard Market Helpline for Indigenous women expands service throughout Ontario

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Watch CBC Ottawa's digital election special here | Election day essentials: Here's how to vote in Ottawa | Who's running for Ottawa city council? | CHEO confirms cases of rare polio-like disease

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Watch CBC Ottawa's digital election special here Mon, 22 Oct 2018 19:00:48 EDT CBC Ottawa News anchor Adrian Harewood and municipal affairs analyst Joanne Chianello are hosting a digital election special from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. ET that can be watched live right here.

Election day essentials: Here's how to vote in Ottawa Mon, 22 Oct 2018 04:00:40 EDT If you're voting in Ottawa's municipal election today, here's everything you need to know.

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Tue, 4 Sep 2018 04:00:00 EDT The time is fast approaching to decide who will make the big decisions in Ottawa for the next four years.

CHEO confirms cases of rare polio-like disease Mon, 22 Oct 2018 18:39:41 EDT A mysterious disease targeting children is experiencing a small surge in the U.S., as more than 60 cases of the polio-like paralysis have been confirmed across the country. Now, CHEO is confirming cases of the rare disease in Ottawa.

How to get Monday's election results in Ottawa 911 operator breaks down at inquest into caller's death Phoenix pay problems haven't improved, Auditor General finds Former music teacher faces new gross indecency charge New minister responsible for the Outaouais outlines his priorities Hull restaurants grapple with multi-day boil water advisory

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Cornwall makes history by electing first female mayor | Towns seek answers after voting snafu | OPP officer apologizes for failing to respond to 911 call | Suspect sought in sexual assault of sleeping woman

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Cornwall makes history by electing first female mayor Tue, 23 Oct 2018 17:54:37 EDT The City of Cornwall made history Monday by electing Bernadette Clement its first female mayor, and possibly the first black woman elected mayor in Ontario.

Towns seek answers after voting snafu Tue, 23 Oct 2018 16:59:17 EDT Municipalities across Ontario are demanding to know more about what caused a major delay in internet voting on election day, and how the company providing the service will prevent such a breakdown from happening again.

OPP officer apologizes for failing to respond to 911 call Tue, 23 Oct 2018 15:54:30 EDT The OPP officer who failed to check on a dying Casselman, Ont., woman who had called 911 for help four years ago apologized to her family in Ottawa Tuesday during a coroner's inquest into the death and the emergency response to it.

Suspect sought in sexual assault of sleeping woman Tue, 23 Oct 2018 17:12:24 EDT Ottawa police are hoping someone can help them identify a man accused of sexually assaulting a sleeping woman at Algonquin College earlier this month.

Who won across eastern Ontario? Why Ottawa's new council could give Jim Watson a rougher ride Meet the 7 new faces around Ottawa's council table Winner's circle: Here's Ottawa's new city council Insurance bureau pegs tornadoes' toll at $295M Ford government freezing $14 minimum wage as part of labour reform rollbacks

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Former soldier Adam Picard found guilty in 2012 killing | 'Worst dealer I've ever had': Pot customers leave OCS harsh reviews | 34 years after shooting, partners honoured with street naming | Senators' Borowiecki gets 1 game for elbowing Bruins player in face

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Former soldier Adam Picard found guilty in 2012 killing Wed, 24 Oct 2018 16:36:33 EDT In a case that almost never came to trial due to major delays in the justice system, former soldier Adam Picard has been found guilty of first-degree murder in the 2012 shooting death of 28-year-old construction worker Fouad Nayel.

'Worst dealer I've ever had': Pot customers leave OCS harsh reviews Wed, 24 Oct 2018 15:18:32 EDT Cannabis users in Ontario have been frustrated with the delivery backlog at the Ontario Cannabis Store (OCS) since the drug was legalized last week, but it's the customer service that really has some customers fuming.

34 years after shooting, partners honoured with street naming Wed, 24 Oct 2018 17:41:57 EDT Thirty-four years after they were shot while responding to a botched robbery, two Ottawa police officers are being honoured with streets named after them.

Senators' Borowiecki gets 1 game for elbowing Bruins player in face Wed, 24 Oct 2018 17:56:21 EDT The NHL on Wednesday suspended Ottawa Senators defenceman Mark Borowiecki one game for elbowing Boston rookie defenceman Urho Vaakanainen in the face during Tuesday night’s 4-1 loss.

At a glance: Comparing the makeup of Ottawa's 2014 and 2018 councils When in doubt, mind the spout: Tornado-like funnels seen in eastern Ontario Ottawa city council still falls short on diversity Kingston couple leads fundraising effort for new 'Rez Girls' 64 rink Stittsville's Erica Wiebe wins bronze at world championships Gatineau police probe series of suspicious fires

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Court rules tomorrow on appeal of Hassan Diab's release from French prison | Kingston to pursue new voting system as Ottawa looks on | City of Ottawa launches survey on future of cannabis retail | LRT Phase 2 contract delayed to next year

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Court rules tomorrow on appeal of Hassan Diab's release from French prison Thu, 25 Oct 2018 17:00:00 EDT A Canadian academic once linked by French authorities to a decades-old terrorist attack finds out early Friday morning whether an appeal court will uphold a decision to release him from a Paris jail and send him home to Canada.

Kingston to pursue new voting system as Ottawa looks on Thu, 25 Oct 2018 17:03:11 EDT Sixty-three per cent of voters in Kingston, Ont., supported moving from first-past-the-post to a ranked ballots system for the next municipal election.

City of Ottawa launches survey on future of cannabis retail Thu, 25 Oct 2018 16:02:41 EDT With the date for Ontario cities to opt out of having retail cannabis stores fast approaching, the City of Ottawa is seeking the public's input on the matter.

LRT Phase 2 contract delayed to next year Thu, 25 Oct 2018 15:55:30 EDT The contract for the expansion of the city's LRT system will be delayed for a second time now that a so-called "lame duck" council has been returned to City Hall after Monday's election.

Learning Indigenous language 'shattered my understanding,' says activist Ottawa mothers explore appetite for Indigenous elementary school Alexandria gathers to remember Emilie Maheu When her son's arm went limp, she knew he didn't have the flu Family of murder victim relieved after 6-year ordeal ends in conviction Another police investigation underway into overnight fire in Hull

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Flu should be moderate, vaccine a good match this year, Ottawa Public Health says | Inquest ordered into suicide of Canadian Forces member | Parkways in Gatineau Park close Friday night ahead of snow | Vampires, ghosts and witches make for a wicked weekend of arts

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Flu should be moderate, vaccine a good match this year, Ottawa Public Health says Fri, 26 Oct 2018 14:35:06 EDT The flu is expected to be mild to moderate this year and the vaccine effective for the strains of flu going around, according to Ottawa Public Health's associate medical officer of health.

Inquest ordered into suicide of Canadian Forces member Fri, 26 Oct 2018 14:45:47 EDT The coroner for Ontario's eastern region has ordered an inquest into the death of Jason Renato Simon, a former Canadian Forces member.

Parkways in Gatineau Park close Friday night ahead of snow Fri, 26 Oct 2018 15:27:35 EDT Gatineau Park is closing its parkway network earlier than expected due to snowy weather expected over the weekend.

Vampires, ghosts and witches make for a wicked weekend of arts Fri, 26 Oct 2018 15:42:36 EDT There are plenty of tricks and treats on Ottawa stages this weekend.

Taxi driver charged with sexually assaulting Gatineau para-transit user 'People want this'—do the benefits of online voting outweigh the risks? From spectator to mayor: resident wins nail-biter in small township Napanee, Ont., high school reports spike in bad drug reactions Parkways in Gatineau Park close Friday night ahead of snow Carlingview Manor failed to secure windows, monitor resident who fell to death: report

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Ottawa's Jewish community advised to remain vigilant after synagogue shooting | Ottawa police name members of new community outreach group | This little piggy: Animal rescuers warn of micro-pig myth | Ex-OHL billet's indecent assault convictions overturned

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Ottawa's Jewish community advised to remain vigilant after synagogue shooting Mon, 29 Oct 2018 16:57:56 EDT The Jewish Federation of Ottawa is warning Jewish community institutions in the city to review safety protocols and remain vigilant following a mass shooting at a synagogue in Pittsburgh, Pa.

Ottawa police name members of new community outreach group Mon, 29 Oct 2018 16:24:35 EDT Ottawa police have named the members of its new community equity council (CEC), a volunteer group replacing a similar outreach committee that was disbanded last year.

This little piggy: Animal rescuers warn of micro-pig myth Mon, 29 Oct 2018 13:40:12 EDT Ottawa-area animal rescuers are warning anyone looking to buy a "teacup" pig that while the pets might seem cute and cuddly at first, they won't stay that way forever.

Ex-OHL billet's indecent assault convictions overturned Mon, 29 Oct 2018 14:29:47 EDT A Kingston, Ont., gym teacher convicted of indecent assault against two minors has been granted a new trial after a panel of judges found a legal error in the final instructions to the jury that found him guilty.

Most STO employees turning down free ride Police investigating homicide in Mechanicsville Doug Ford attacks 'terrible tax' on carbon alongside Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe Hundreds more classrooms would be needed to fulfill CAQ's 'almost impossible' pre-K plan Meals on wheels: Hungry squirrels go nuts over this man's Honda Local tornado relief group steps up when Red Cross disappoints

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Meehan 'crossed a line' with angry Facebook response, resident says | Motorcyclist dead after collision in North Glengarry | Inquest jury handed proposals for fixing 911 system | Border bust near Cornwall yields 18 kilos of cocaine

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Meehan 'crossed a line' with angry Facebook response, resident says Tue, 30 Oct 2018 17:58:28 EDT Councillor-elect Carol Anne Meehan is apologizing for responding in an "angry manner" to a resident who complained in an online message board about bus service in Riverside South.

Motorcyclist dead after collision in North Glengarry Tue, 30 Oct 2018 19:40:17 EDT A man has died after a vehicle crashed into his motorcycle in the Township of North Glengarry, Ont.​ Tuesday evening.

Inquest jury handed proposals for fixing 911 system Tue, 30 Oct 2018 16:37:05 EDT The jury at a coroner's inquest into the death of an eastern Ontario woman who died after calling 911 has been handed proposals for sweeping changes to the way emergency calls are handled in the province.

Border bust near Cornwall yields 18 kilos of cocaine Tue, 30 Oct 2018 15:15:26 EDT A 47-year-old man was arrested near Cornwall, Ont., after police searched his vehicle and found 16 bricks of cocaine, according to a news release from the Cornwall Regional Task Force.

Not too bright: Wanted men nabbed riding without bike lights Former YMCA official pleads guilty to fraud Teen arrested in death of Brockville man Runner-up asks for recount in eastern Ontario township Kingston man charged after border agents seize prop guns Math tests for new teachers? The province's plan may be 'inefficient,' union warns

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To serve and be pet: Newest police recruit offers creature comforts | Ontario ombudsman gets more than 1,000 complaints about cannabis store | PhD student tackles enduring mystery of woman's ghostly compositions | Ethics inquiry launched into Ottawa MP's robocall

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To serve and be pet: Newest police recruit offers creature comforts Wed, 31 Oct 2018 17:07:30 EDT Meet West, a sworn member of the Ottawa Police Service whose sole mission is to help soothe victims and witnesses of crime and trauma.

Ontario ombudsman gets more than 1,000 complaints about cannabis store Wed, 31 Oct 2018 16:57:51 EDT Ontario's ombudsman says his office has received more than 1,000 complaints about the province's online cannabis store since it launched earlier this month.

PhD student tackles enduring mystery of woman's ghostly compositions Wed, 31 Oct 2018 16:40:31 EDT Ever hear the ghost story about the British woman who claimed she could channel the otherworldly skills of some of classical music's greatest masters?

Ethics inquiry launched into Ottawa MP's robocall Wed, 31 Oct 2018 14:13:25 EDT The federal ethics commissioner has launched an inquiry into a robocall from an Ottawa MP urging her constituents to vote for her husband in the city's recent municipal election.

Suspect in Algonquin College sex assault charged Akwesasne woman charged in connection with Ontario revenge porn case OSPCA wants out of horse, livestock cruelty probes due to funding shortage Canada Post strike hits Ottawa, Arnprior Alleged road rage gunman struck by vehicle Disaster relief group raises $75K for Dunrobin tornado victims

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Police reverse discrimination fears unsurprising: equity council co-chair | Attempted murder suspect facing raft of new charges | Mistrial declared at murder trial for 3 accused of killing Zack Noureddine | Sens Foundation defends methods in wake of critical report

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Police reverse discrimination fears unsurprising: equity council co-chair Thu, 1 Nov 2018 15:02:19 EDT The interim chair of the civilian council that helps guide the Ottawa Police Service in its effort to diversify its workforce says a recent census of employees revealing pushback from white men is actually a good thing.

Attempted murder suspect facing raft of new charges Thu, 1 Nov 2018 17:15:24 EDT A 72-year-old man charged in September with attempted murder is now facing a slew of new charges.

Mistrial declared at murder trial for 3 accused of killing Zack Noureddine Thu, 1 Nov 2018 14:09:06 EDT The murder trial for three men accused of killing Zaher 'Zack' Noureddine has ended in a mistrial. The 25-year-old aspiring music journalist was killed outside a Toronto restaurant in 2015.

Sens Foundation defends methods in wake of critical report Thu, 1 Nov 2018 12:32:42 EDT The Ottawa Senators Foundation is defending itself against criticism by a charity watchdog over what portion of the money it raises actually goes to good causes.

Moore Farm co-op backs out 3 years into NCC lease 2020 Brier to be held in Kingston, Ont. 27 recommendations but no call for legislation in Ontario's 911 inquest Special ops corporal charged with theft, trafficking Red Cross begins cutting cheques to unpaid tornado victims Ottawa police census reveals deep rift over diversity

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STO driver suspended over video showing altercation | City to level $1M penalty for LRT delay | Driver found not guilty in hit-and-run death of cyclist | Watson changes tune on Twitter clash

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STO driver suspended over video showing altercation Fri, 2 Nov 2018 17:02:36 EDT A driver with the Société de transport de l'Outaouais (STO) has been suspended with pay after a video surfaced in which he's heard screaming at a female passenger as she stands precariously near the open door of a moving bus.

City to level $1M penalty for LRT delay Fri, 2 Nov 2018 18:03:00 EDT The City of Ottawa will hold back $1 million from the next payment to the LRT contractor because of continued delays, but that could be just a small fraction of the millions the city has spent.

Driver found not guilty in hit-and-run death of cyclist Fri, 2 Nov 2018 14:39:33 EDT In a decision the victim's relatives called "a disgrace" and "sickening," the man accused of being behind the wheel in the hit-and-run death of a cyclist has been found not guilty.

Watson changes tune on Twitter clash Fri, 2 Nov 2018 14:06:41 EDT In a reversal his critics are calling "a victory for free speech," Ottawa Mayor Jim Watson is unblocking his detractors on Twitter after being sued by three local activists last month — and is encouraging all members of the new city council to do the same.

Off-duty OPP officer charged in domestic incident Roofers charged with defrauding 49 clients Worker dies in landslide at La Pêche quarry A musical journey in time for the weekend Petition calls for nighttime closure of Kingston's Gord Downie Pier Terri-Lynne McClintic belongs 'back in her cell,' Tori Stafford's dad says at rally

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CFL doesn't want a repeat of Redblacks beer-drinking end-zone celebration | Avalanche experts join effort to recover buried worker's body | Pilot's call reveals details of fatal mid-air collision | Boy, 15, charged in bank robbery

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CFL doesn't want a repeat of Redblacks beer-drinking end-zone celebration Mon, 5 Nov 2018 18:57:54 EST Redblacks offensive linesman Jon Gott won’t face sanctions for his beer-chugging touchdown celebration, but the league is cutting off any further alcohol-infused on-field celebrations.

Avalanche experts join effort to recover buried worker's body Mon, 5 Nov 2018 13:06:31 EST Engineers and avalanche specialists have been called to a quarry in western Quebec to help recover the body of a worker killed in a landslide there last week.

Pilot's call reveals details of fatal mid-air collision Mon, 5 Nov 2018 11:11:01 EST Experts are back on a rural west Ottawa road to piece together why two planes collided in mid-air Sunday morning, causing a fatal crash.

Boy, 15, charged in bank robbery Mon, 5 Nov 2018 12:13:50 EST Ottawa police have charged a 15-year-old boy with robbing a bank in south Ottawa last month.

Twitter lawsuit wasn't about politics, complainant says Driven from their home by rats, family finds safe haven MPPs John Yakabuski, Todd Smith have new jobs after cabinet shuffle Kingston Rona one of 31 Canadian locations to close Sheds, houses damaged in Orléans backyard fire Fear the flu shot? How 'avoidance behaviour' can impact public health

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Sens leadership calls leaked Uber video a 'hiccup' | An hour's drive from Ottawa, voters in Upstate New York head to the polls | OPP investigating death of 75-year-old man after gunshots heard | Investigators face numerous challenges analyzing mid-air collision over Ottawa

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Sens leadership calls leaked Uber video a 'hiccup' Tue, 6 Nov 2018 12:40:32 EST Ottawa Senators veterans say the team has dealt with the players who were caught on video complaining about their team and coach and they're ready to move on.

An hour's drive from Ottawa, voters in Upstate New York head to the polls Tue, 6 Nov 2018 14:12:50 EST Voters across the U.S. are heading to the polls today to vote in midterm elections, and residents of Upstate New York are no exception.

OPP investigating death of 75-year-old man after gunshots heard Tue, 6 Nov 2018 18:33:11 EST OPP officers are investigating the death of a 75-year-old man at a home in Clarence-Rockland, Ont.

Investigators face numerous challenges analyzing mid-air collision over Ottawa Tue, 6 Nov 2018 10:53:20 EST The Transportation Safety Board says there are a number of challenges in reviewing Sunday's fatal collision between two small planes in Ottawa's west end.

A wretched year: Timeline of the Senators' collapse 'It has to be fought': Ottawa Democrat heads south to do her part Fatal crash in Ottawa's west end Barrhaven transit troubles linger with LRT delay Council's Class of 2018 get schooled on new job Future of Air North's direct flight to Ottawa up in the air

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Ottawa Citizen refuses to take down secret video of Sens players | LCBO signs lost in translation | 1 dead in garage fire near Killaloe, Ont. | Spider scare sends federal government workers home — twice

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Ottawa Citizen refuses to take down secret video of Sens players Wed, 7 Nov 2018 14:39:27 EST The Ottawa Senators want the Citizen to take down a secretly recorded video showing several players badmouthing the team's coaching staff.

LCBO signs lost in translation Wed, 7 Nov 2018 16:34:36 EST It looks like the LCBO's marketing department could use a good proofreader, or as they say in French, un bon relecteur.

1 dead in garage fire near Killaloe, Ont. Wed, 7 Nov 2018 17:02:10 EST Ontario Provincial Police are investigating after one person died in a fire that began in a garage and spread to a home in Killaloe, Hagarty and Richards township.

Spider scare sends federal government workers home — twice Wed, 7 Nov 2018 04:00:00 EST In a predicament that would surely elicit sympathy from Little Miss Muffet, 50 federal government employees were frightened away from their Ottawa office building not once, but twice, after someone spotted a potentially dangerous spider.

Man charged with impersonating a soldier while fundraising Scheer asks Tony Clement to leave Conservative caucus over sexting scandal Ottawa writer shortlisted for 2018 CBC Poetry Prize Demand unexpectedly high at year-old supervised injection trailer 4,500 Ontario cannabis users have personal data stolen Doug Ford says he hid sexual misconduct allegation against Jim Wilson to protect accuser

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Worker's body recovered from western Quebec quarry | Here's how to take your family of 4 to a Sens game for $100 | Former Ford aide who resigned says 'everyone has the right to live and work free of harassment' | 1 injured in afternoon shooting in Overbrook

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Worker's body recovered from western Quebec quarry Thu, 8 Nov 2018 15:38:34 EST One week after a western Quebec man died when his excavator was swallowed in a landslide, police say crews have finally been able to recover his body.

Here's how to take your family of 4 to a Sens game for $100 Thu, 8 Nov 2018 13:00:25 EST If there's a silver lining around the dark clouds looming over the Canadian Tire Centre, it's this: for the first time in years, you can actually take a family of four to an NHL game for under a hundred bucks.

Former Ford aide who resigned says 'everyone has the right to live and work free of harassment' Thu, 8 Nov 2018 19:00:19 EST A former top staffer of Ontario Premier Doug Ford has admitted his conduct was "unacceptable" in a statement Thursday, and says "everyone has the right to live and work free from harassment."

1 injured in afternoon shooting in Overbrook Thu, 8 Nov 2018 18:11:10 EST One person was hurt and another is in custody after a shooting in the Overbrook area Thursday.

Hedley singer's behaviour got worse with fame — and went unchecked by those around him, ex-drummer says Woman charged in fatal summer ATV rollover Clement admits to multiple infidelities, says foreign actors tried to extort him Gatineau school catches fire during tornado repairs Kids sickened by 'unknown substance' aboard school bus Tony Clement finds unlikely defender in victims' advocate

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Police investigate vicious beating near Orléans school | Spider bit worker, government now says | Ottawa Citizen says NHL team refused to let reporter on charter | Trilingual border signs now include Mohawk language in Cornwall, Ont.

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Police investigate vicious beating near Orléans school Fri, 9 Nov 2018 17:43:22 EST Ottawa police are investigating a vicious beating that happened near an Orléans high school Thursday.

Spider bit worker, government now says Fri, 9 Nov 2018 15:59:56 EST Shared Services Canada now says a spider bit one of its employees in June, prompting the first evacuation of an Ottawa office building.

Ottawa Citizen says NHL team refused to let reporter on charter Fri, 9 Nov 2018 15:26:49 EST The Ottawa Senators appeared to fire another salvo in their ongoing battle with the Ottawa Citizen on Friday, with the newspaper saying one of its sports reporters was denied access to the team's charter.

Trilingual border signs now include Mohawk language in Cornwall, Ont. Fri, 9 Nov 2018 15:34:19 EST The border crossing at Cornwall, Ont. now has trilingual signage, adding Mohawk to the English and French in a collaborative effort to foster reconciliation.

Barrhaven break-ins prompt call for greater police presence Music for Remembrance Day and more for the weekend Language commissioner investigating English-only tornado alert Ottawa business races to fill orders after Iqaluit grocery store fire Ding dong merrily online: Carillon performances now live streamed Snow in the forecast for Friday

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Burned by OCS, pot customers returning to illegal shops | Parrot shelter's future up in the air | Pit bull bites 4-year-old girl in face | Empowering women with some tools of the trade

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Burned by OCS, pot customers returning to illegal shops Mon, 12 Nov 2018 12:51:29 EST As the complaints continue to roll in about Ontario's government-run online cannabis store, at least one illegal pot retailer in Ottawa has decided to ignore provincial regulations by resuming business.

Parrot shelter's future up in the air Mon, 12 Nov 2018 13:54:33 EST The owner of a shelter for parrots in Smiths Falls, Ont., has been given 60 days to decide on the future of the rescue, which violates residential zoning rules.

Pit bull bites 4-year-old girl in face Mon, 12 Nov 2018 13:57:24 EST A four-year-old girl in Gatineau, Que., was taken to hospital after she was bitten in the face by a pit bull, police say.

Empowering women with some tools of the trade Mon, 12 Nov 2018 13:31:21 EST Meet the Wakefield, Que., contractor known as Wanda Wommin, whose super power is teaching women and girls how to make and fix things on their own.

Ontario's beech trees are facing a slow demise. Here's why Rogue snow blowing inspired Kingston to create good neighbour guidelines Henderson wants to stay busy amid chase for top spot on LPGA Tour Tax dispute between Chelsea, NCC could cost residents Cannabis edibles, drinks will mark '2nd wave' of legalization Injured Dunrobin farmer's return to snowplowing a 'miracle'

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Bus improvements coming to Barrhaven, councillor promises | Deep dive in temperatures hits western Quebec | SIU investigating woman's death at Remembrance Day service | Ottawa to host 2020 Canadian Ringette Championships

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Bus improvements coming to Barrhaven, councillor promises Tue, 13 Nov 2018 17:46:07 EST Bus service between Barrhaven and Ottawa's downtown is about to improve, Coun. Jan Harder promised frustrated transit users Tuesday.

Deep dive in temperatures hits western Quebec Tue, 13 Nov 2018 18:30:15 EST Sharply falling temperatures Tuesday night could make roads in western Quebec dangerous.

SIU investigating woman's death at Remembrance Day service Tue, 13 Nov 2018 11:08:19 EST Ontario's police watchdog is investigating the death of an 87-year-old woman who was given naloxone by an OPP officer after she collapsed during a Remembrance Day service west of Ottawa.

Ottawa to host 2020 Canadian Ringette Championships Tue, 13 Nov 2018 14:22:01 EST Ottawa has been chosen to host the Canadian Ringette Championships in April 2020.

7 charged with luring victims to steal phones NRC scientist given weighty task of choosing new kilo Police issue publication ban warning in youth manslaughter case 2 attempted murder charges for man linked to Overbrook shooting Charges coming in beating of Orléans student Mind-blowing music in attic reveals the life one man locked away

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Patrick Brown cites sexual misconduct allegations against Ontario finance minister in new book | Significant snowfall coming Thursday evening | Whistleblower tips expose federal workers behaving badly | Still no firm date for LRT completion

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Patrick Brown cites sexual misconduct allegations against Ontario finance minister in new book Wed, 14 Nov 2018 16:31:23 EST A new book released by former PC leader Patrick Brown raises allegations of spying by members of his former party and sexual misconduct against a current cabinet minister. He describes the night he was forced to resign as 'The Night of Knives.'

Significant snowfall coming Thursday evening Wed, 14 Nov 2018 15:14:32 EST The first significant snowfall of the season is expected to hit Ottawa Thursday evening, Environment Canada says.

Whistleblower tips expose federal workers behaving badly Wed, 14 Nov 2018 14:42:15 EST Five federal government workers in one department have been fired or reprimanded following complaints about their conduct made under whistleblower legislation.

Still no firm date for LRT completion Wed, 14 Nov 2018 10:43:09 EST After two delays of Ottawa's $2.1-billion LRT system, there's still no firm date for when the city will get the keys, or when the public will ride those rails.

Kingston's homeless population declining, survey shows Recount confirms eastern Ontario mayor's slim win Canopy Growth shares stumble 8% after company posts quarterly loss Defeated council candidate awarded certificate of merit Ottawa sees 1st flu-related death of season Drake Batherson will make NHL debut on Ottawa's top line

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Friday morning commute in for a winter wallop | Ontario PCs slash spending and oversight, unveil tax cut and new LCBO hours in 1st economic plan | Police investigating Gatineau's 4th homicide of 2018 | 'We're talking about our children's lives here': Ontario cuts child and youth advocate

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Friday morning commute in for a winter wallop Thu, 15 Nov 2018 17:41:42 EST If you live in or around Ottawa, Friday would be a good day to work from home. Environment Canada has issued a winter weather travel advisory that will take effect Thursday evening.

Ontario PCs slash spending and oversight, unveil tax cut and new LCBO hours in 1st economic plan Thu, 15 Nov 2018 13:33:45 EST Months after Ontario's finance minister said finding fiscal balance will "require everyone to make sacrifices without exception," the public got its first glance at how the government will try to do it.

Police investigating Gatineau's 4th homicide of 2018 Thu, 15 Nov 2018 17:09:10 EST Gatineau police are investigating after a man found at a home on rue Saint-Paul succumbed to his injuries in hospital.

'We're talking about our children's lives here': Ontario cuts child and youth advocate Thu, 15 Nov 2018 18:17:35 EST The Ontario government has tabled legislation that will eliminate the Office of the Provincial Advocate for Children and Youth. The office has provided a voice for First Nations children and launched investigations into the mistreatment of children and youth while in provincial care.

Nursing home employee accused of stealing patients' rings Brooke Henderson 10 shots back at Tour Championship Youths charged after school bus torched Prosecutors reject son's plea in double-murder trial Former Hawkesbury teacher charged with sexual assault Architects behind NAC revamp to design new library

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Teen 'fight club' trend growing, principal warns | Closure of family homeless shelter worries advocates | Quebec government worried about elimination of Ontario's French Language commissioner | Taking winter's measure: Here's how 2018-19 stacks up so far

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Teen 'fight club' trend growing, principal warns Fri, 16 Nov 2018 17:18:06 EST A newly surfaced video of a violent brawl between two boys near an Ottawa high school has administrators scrambling to halt similar teenage "fight clubs" during school hours.

Closure of family homeless shelter worries advocates Fri, 16 Nov 2018 16:52:06 EST A family homeless shelter in Ottawa's Mechanicsville neighbourhood is being forced to shut down permanently in coming weeks.

Quebec government worried about elimination of Ontario's French Language commissioner Fri, 16 Nov 2018 16:36:53 EST The news that Doug Ford's Progressive Conservative government will abolish Ontario's Office of the French Language Services Commissioner is not sitting well in Quebec.

Taking winter's measure: Here's how 2018-19 stacks up so far Fri, 16 Nov 2018 12:52:12 EST Friday certainly felt like winter had arrived in Ottawa, catching many by surprise and prompting some to wonder whether we're in for an especially cold or snowy one.

History comes to life on Ottawa stages this weekend Daylight shootings worry Overbrook residents Man charged in Gatineau homicide Snow cancels school buses, slows traffic Cutting child welfare post 'outrageous,' advocate says 'You couldn't draw it up any better,' says Drake Batherson after NHL debut

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'They could have stopped this': Sex abuse warnings at Ottawa high school went unheeded | Judge rejects sexsomnia defence, finds man guilty of sexual assault | Councillor berates landlords, condo boards over slow tornado repairs | 3 injured in crash near Renfrew, Ont.

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'They could have stopped this': Sex abuse warnings at Ottawa high school went unheeded Mon, 19 Nov 2018 04:00:57 EST Over the course of decades, three different teachers at the same Ottawa high school sexually abused dozens of teenage boys and girls. A CBC investigation found parents and teachers raised concerns about two of the men, but nothing was ever done.

Judge rejects sexsomnia defence, finds man guilty of sexual assault Mon, 19 Nov 2018 04:00:00 EST A Brockville, Ont., judge has rejected a man's sexsomnia defence and ruled he is criminally responsible for the sexual assault of a woman in 2011.

Councillor berates landlords, condo boards over slow tornado repairs Mon, 19 Nov 2018 13:04:51 EST An Ottawa city councillor is calling on landlords and condominium boards to speed up repair work to tornado-damaged buildings in his ward.

3 injured in crash near Renfrew, Ont. Mon, 19 Nov 2018 16:30:31 EST Three people were taken to hospital after a two-vehicle collision on Highway 17 near Renfrew​, Ont.

Demolition considered for Gatineau school damaged in storm A century on skis in Ottawa-Gatineau Union rejects Canada Post offer of 'cooling off' period with mediation amid strike Heart attack survivors keep life-saving AEDs close to home François Legault urges Doug Ford to reconsider cuts to francophone services Critics deride PC resolution that calls gender identity 'liberal ideology'

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Inmate accused of disarming guard and shooting visitor at Kingston hospital | Police officer denied promotion because of race, hearing told | Ontario First Nations youth ask Trudeau for northern child advocate | Avoid eating romaine lettuce in Ontario and Quebec amid E. coli outbreak, health officials warn

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Inmate accused of disarming guard and shooting visitor at Kingston hospital Tue, 20 Nov 2018 09:33:16 EST Kingston, Ont., police have charged a prison inmate with three counts of attempted murder in the shooting of a family member of a patient at the Kingston General Hospital on Monday evening.

Police officer denied promotion because of race, hearing told Tue, 20 Nov 2018 15:37:43 EST The lawyer for a veteran Ottawa police officer who claims he's been repeatedly passed over for promotion because of his ethnicity says it's "not acceptable" that there are so few visible minorities among the force's highest ranks.

Ontario First Nations youth ask Trudeau for northern child advocate Tue, 20 Nov 2018 17:58:37 EST First Nation youth from northern Ontario, concerned over the Doug Ford government’s decision to scrap the province’s child advocate, asked Prime Minister Justin Trudeau for help on Tuesday.

Avoid eating romaine lettuce in Ontario and Quebec amid E. coli outbreak, health officials warn Tue, 20 Nov 2018 15:54:07 EST The Public Health Agency of Canada and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration say they are working to determine the source of an outbreak of E. coli infections on both sides of the border.

Church, mosque moves cap busy term for planning committee Highlights from the auditor general's 2018 fall reports Environmental movement needs hope to survive, activist says Residents tired of living on the road the internet forgot Redblacks' Rose appealing Grey Cup suspension for shoving official A history of abuse at 1 Ottawa high school

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4 charged in vicious beating near Orléans school | E. coli case linked to lettuce confirmed in Ottawa | Ontario quietly delays implementation of pay transparency law | PCs pull back from Liberal promise to pay off French-language theatre's debt

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4 charged in vicious beating near Orléans school Wed, 21 Nov 2018 16:50:35 EST Ottawa police have charged two adults and two teenagers in connection to a vicious beating outside an Orléans high school.

E. coli case linked to lettuce confirmed in Ottawa Wed, 21 Nov 2018 14:26:52 EST Ottawa Public Health (OPH) has confirmed one case of E. coli linked to an outbreak in Ontario, Quebec and several U.S. states involving contaminated romaine lettuce.

Ontario quietly delays implementation of pay transparency law Wed, 21 Nov 2018 19:27:27 EST Ontario has quietly stalled the implementation of legislation that aimed to increase pay transparency in the province, prompting some critics to suggest the government is looking for savings at the expense of women.

PCs pull back from Liberal promise to pay off French-language theatre's debt Wed, 21 Nov 2018 19:02:12 EST The Ontario government has withdrawn nearly $3 million in funding that would have helped pay off a sizeable debt at La Nouvelle Scène, Ottawa's main French-language theatre company.

Drone of government office generators so loud 'you can't even sleep' Refugee sponsors welcome Syrian family to Canada Frostbite advisory issued for Ottawa, starting tonight Gatineau student teachers protest unpaid internships 'All we want is the truth': abuse victim demands answers from school board NCC considering overnight closures of Gatineau Park parkways

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LeBreton Flats project in peril over partners' dispute | Ottawa Senators trade Chris Wideman to Edmonton | Frustrated volunteers ditching city advisory committees | From bat flips to beetles: Jose Bautista gets insect named after him

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LeBreton Flats project in peril over partners' dispute Thu, 22 Nov 2018 11:52:53 EST The plan for the massive redevelopment of LeBreton Flats, including a new NHL arena, is in danger of failing over a disagreement between the key members of the group awarded the major project.

Ottawa Senators trade Chris Wideman to Edmonton Thu, 22 Nov 2018 18:34:20 EST The Edmonton Oilers have acquired defenceman Chris Wideman from the Ottawa Senators for a 6th-round pick in the 2020 NHL draft.

Frustrated volunteers ditching city advisory committees Thu, 22 Nov 2018 17:21:33 EST The City of Ottawa is once again recruiting volunteers to serve on its five citizen advisory committees, but some of the people who answered the call last term say they wouldn't raise their hands again.

From bat flips to beetles: Jose Bautista gets insect named after him Thu, 22 Nov 2018 17:13:48 EST Former Toronto Blue Jay Jose Bautista has a new namesake buzzing around, thanks to a scientist at the Canadian Museum of Nature in Ottawa.

Redblacks' Lewis Ward goes from security guard to kicking in Grey Cup Highway 401 closed westbound near Odessa, Ont. Prized possessions: ordinary objects tell refugees' stories STO driver accused of operating bus while impaired Paul Dewar kicks off youth leadership project 'We're outraged': Union rips Liberal back-to-work bill for Canada Post carriers

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Man shot at South Keys shopping complex | Mayor's office threatened Melnyk over LeBreton withdrawal, suit claims | Ford government backtracks on some cuts affecting Ontario Francophones | Ottawa Senators owner Eugene Melnyk sues partners in 'failed' arena venture

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Man shot at South Keys shopping complex Fri, 23 Nov 2018 19:24:42 EST Ottawa police are investigating a shooting at the South Keys shopping complex.

Mayor's office threatened Melnyk over LeBreton withdrawal, suit claims Fri, 23 Nov 2018 17:59:38 EST Ottawa Senators owner Eugene Melnyk alleges in a lawsuit filed Friday that Ottawa Mayor Jim Watson's office responded with "threats and intimidation" to news that the LeBreton Flats redevelopment project was in peril, just weeks before the recent municipal election.

Ford government backtracks on some cuts affecting Ontario Francophones Fri, 23 Nov 2018 17:34:12 EST After a backlash, Premier Doug Ford's government announced Friday afternoon it will take a number of steps to bolster the French language in Ontario, although it's still cutting funding for a French language university.

Ottawa Senators owner Eugene Melnyk sues partners in 'failed' arena venture Fri, 23 Nov 2018 14:02:46 EST Ottawa Senators owner Eugene Melnyk is suing his partners in the "failed" LeBreton Flats redevelopment plan, a twist that almost certainly spells the end of a plan to move the hockey team downtown.

Man accused of killing parents told detective he acted in 'spur of the moment' Tim Tierney charged over alleged offer to opponent Ontario's child advocate vows to keep fighting for vulnerable youth Ottawa Public Health reports 2nd case of E. coli Hallelujah! Handel's Messiah is here again Freezing rain could arrive in Ottawa this weekend

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'Brazen' South Keys shooting targeted, police chief says | Federal government staying out of LeBreton dispute | 'Complete torture': Mentally ill man shouldn't have been in solitary, inquest told | Police search for man after vehicle found with engine running

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'Brazen' South Keys shooting targeted, police chief says Mon, 26 Nov 2018 18:08:00 EST Ottawa police Chief Charles Bordeleau said Friday evening's fatal shooting in a busy mall parking lot was targeted, and investigators are looking for several suspects.

Federal government staying out of LeBreton dispute Mon, 26 Nov 2018 16:49:00 EST Canadian Heritage Minister Pablo Rodriguez said it's "very disappointing" that a plan to redevelop Ottawa's LeBreton Flats has fallen apart, but he doesn't intend to get directly involved.

'Complete torture': Mentally ill man shouldn't have been in solitary, inquest told Mon, 26 Nov 2018 16:31:13 EST The sister of a mentally ill man who died in hospital after hanging himself at the Ottawa-Carleton Detention Centre (OCDC) told an inquest Monday that Cleve Geddes should have been sent to hospital, not solitary confinement.

Police search for man after vehicle found with engine running Mon, 26 Nov 2018 16:27:38 EST Ottawa police are searching for a missing 18-year-old man after finding his vehicle abandoned with the engine still running.

Local music industry players sound off on streaming woes Missing snowmobiler's body found in lake near Westport, Ont. Man says bus driver attacked him because he couldn't speak French Keep pressuring Ford government, PC MPP tells Franco-Ontarians Coroner's inquest begins today into suicide of mentally ill man at OCDC Snowy rain or rainy snow? Whatever you call it, it's coming today

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Melnyk's LeBreton lawsuit claims 'entirely false,' defendant says | Amanda Simard won't say if she'll leave PC party over French cuts | Free civil legal clinics to stay open through 2019 after getting $525K from Feds, legal community | SIU halts investigation into OPP officer who administered naloxone

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Melnyk's LeBreton lawsuit claims 'entirely false,' defendant says Tue, 27 Nov 2018 18:02:49 EST The project manager for the RendezVous LeBreton project says he'll defend himself vigorously against the "entirely false" claims made in a lawsuit filed Friday by Ottawa Senators owner Eugene Melnyk's company.

Amanda Simard won't say if she'll leave PC party over French cuts Tue, 27 Nov 2018 16:46:36 EST Amanda Simard says she still supports the Progressive Conservative government’s agenda, but won’t stop demanding it reverse cuts to French language services.

Free civil legal clinics to stay open through 2019 after getting $525K from Feds, legal community Tue, 27 Nov 2018 18:03:49 EST A program that helps people navigate the civil court system in Toronto and Ottawa has been saved from closing for at least another year after receiving a one-time $250,000 contribution from the federal government Tuesday and $275,000 in donations from the legal community.

SIU halts investigation into OPP officer who administered naloxone Tue, 27 Nov 2018 17:02:37 EST Ontario's police watchdog has terminated an investigation into the death of a woman who was administered naloxone by an OPP officer after she collapsed during a Remembrance Day ceremony.

Teen's disappearance deemed suspicious Erik Karlsson says return to Ottawa will be 'different and weird' Eugene Melnyk tried to halt LeBreton venture in September Man charged with arson after Wendy's fire Make no bones about it, Christmas dinner prep starts early at Ottawa Mission 'Dire' home-care gap stranding discharge-ready patients in hospital

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Senators asked city to pay for arena, mayor says | Trudeau's meeting with party leaders on French-language rights ends without results | Going with the flow: Riverkeeper hanging up her paddle after 15 years | Man pleads guilty to impaired driving in death of Gatineau woman

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Senators asked city to pay for arena, mayor says Wed, 28 Nov 2018 13:50:35 EST The Ottawa Senators originally asked the city to pay to build a new downtown arena on LeBreton Flats, Mayor Jim Watson said Wednesday.

Trudeau's meeting with party leaders on French-language rights ends without results Wed, 28 Nov 2018 19:36:53 EST The leaders of the four main federal opposition parties met today with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to discuss how to better support francophones outside of Quebec in the wake of cuts to French languages services in Ontario.

Going with the flow: Riverkeeper hanging up her paddle after 15 years Wed, 28 Nov 2018 04:00:00 EST Meredith Brown looks back at 15 years of keeping watch over the Ottawa River, as she prepares to leave the post she helped create.

Man pleads guilty to impaired driving in death of Gatineau woman Wed, 28 Nov 2018 16:36:27 EST A Blainville, Que., man has pleaded guilty to impaired driving causing death in a 2016 crash on Highway 50 that killed a 24-year old Gatineau woman.

Motion to reinstate French language commissioner and French university voted down Mayor won't ask Tierney to step down to face bribery charge Liberal MP's name came up in wider police probe into money laundering: CP source Inside a Mohawk police online sting that led to child luring charges in the U.S. Pot processing course coming to Gatineau CEGEP Lighting ceremonies making spirits bright

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MPP Amanda Simard leaving PCs, will sit as independent | 'I don't care if it's hockey tradition': Sens players speak out about hazing | OPP appoints veteran Toronto police officer as new commissioner | Ontario climate change plan includes fund to help big polluters reduce emissions

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MPP Amanda Simard leaving PCs, will sit as independent Thu, 29 Nov 2018 07:39:18 EST Eastern Ontario MPP Amanda Simard, a vocal critic of Progressive Conservative francophone policies, is leaving the PC caucus.

'I don't care if it's hockey tradition': Sens players speak out about hazing Thu, 29 Nov 2018 14:55:22 EST Two Ottawa Senators say former NHLer Daniel Carcillo's disturbing allegations of locker room hazing in the early 2000s don't reflect the current state of the game.

OPP appoints veteran Toronto police officer as new commissioner Thu, 29 Nov 2018 18:53:19 EST Ronald (Ron) Taverner has been appointed commissioner of the Ontario Provincial Police, Minister of Community Safety and Correctional Services Sylvia Jones announced Thursday.

Ontario climate change plan includes fund to help big polluters reduce emissions Thu, 29 Nov 2018 04:00:00 EST The Ontario government unveiled its plan to combat climate change Thursday, including a fund that commits public money to entice companies to reduce emissions.

Therapy dog rescued from icy river Zibi's 'pioneers' take up residence Ottawa mom warns parents about exploding squeeze toy Slower, livelier, bike-friendly: Latest plans for Elgin Street 'transformation' revealed Preventable deaths prompt call for health resources The LeBreton Flats redevelopment needs a fresh start

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Karlsson's homecoming bittersweet | Ottawa stars in little-known wartime film by Casablanca director | Books and theatre on tap for the weekend | Driver dead in Hawkesbury parking lot crash

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Karlsson's homecoming bittersweet Fri, 30 Nov 2018 17:39:35 EST A day before the Ottawa Senators are to face their former Captain Erik Karlsson and the San Jose Sharks in a highly-anticipated game, both sides were trying to downplay emotions.

Ottawa stars in little-known wartime film by Casablanca director Fri, 30 Nov 2018 13:30:41 EST Casablanca might be director Michael Curtiz's most famous 1942 film, but it wasn't his only one. Captains of the Clouds, set in Ottawa, also made its debut that year.

Books and theatre on tap for the weekend Fri, 30 Nov 2018 16:59:42 EST Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out the weekly list for a few ideas.

Driver dead in Hawkesbury parking lot crash Fri, 30 Nov 2018 15:40:21 EST A 78-year-old man is dead following a collision in Hawkesbury, Ont., on Friday.

Another shooting record broken, and here's where it all happened SIU clears officer involved in 2017 car chase Freezing rain will make for a slick Saturday night Gatineau set to rein in donation bins 'It's so overwhelming': TDSB unveils plaque, renames school gymnasium for drowned student Jeremiah Perry Seniors need housing options, alliance says

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Magee House to stay standing — for now | A baby boy, his mom — and the woman who carried him | Baby Jesus swiped from Renfrew nativity scene | Air passengers still ignoring banned items list, CATSA says

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Magee House to stay standing — for now Mon, 3 Dec 2018 17:46:25 EST The City of Ottawa will not tear down Magee House on Wellington Street W. — at least for now.

A baby boy, his mom — and the woman who carried him Mon, 3 Dec 2018 04:00:00 EST When Grayson van Vliet entered the world, he had the beginnings of a full head of hair, a big sister, a loving mother — and the woman who carried him for nine months.

Baby Jesus swiped from Renfrew nativity scene Mon, 3 Dec 2018 13:55:59 EST The central figure of an outdoor nativity scene in Renfrew, Ont., has disappeared without a trace.

Air passengers still ignoring banned items list, CATSA says Mon, 3 Dec 2018 12:11:15 EST The Canadian Air Transport Security Authority is showing off a few of the more unusual items that have been left behind at Ottawa airport security, in the hopes that other passengers will learn.

Teen killed in single-vehicle crash in Kingston, Ont. LeBreton runner-up says it's still ready to roll Trigger warnings: Rash of south Ottawa shootings worry police, residents Overcrowding on Gatineau buses getting worse, numbers show 3 ideas councillors should consider at their 1st meeting Families and businesses big winners in Quebec's mini-budget

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OSPCA will no longer euthanize dogs involved in attacks | Gatineau police adopt Philadelphia Model to review unfounded sexual assaults | Man involved in Vanier Parkway crash dies | Doug Ford, Ontario PCs deny meddling in OPP commissioner appointment

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OSPCA will no longer euthanize dogs involved in attacks Tue, 4 Dec 2018 17:54:51 EST Ontario's animal welfare agency has told its front-line officers it will no longer euthanize dogs involved in attacks, as required by law.

Gatineau police adopt Philadelphia Model to review unfounded sexual assaults Tue, 4 Dec 2018 14:13:16 EST Gatineau police are adopting what's known as the Philadelphia Model to take a second look at sexual assault complaints that were deemed either unresolved or unfounded in 2018.

Man involved in Vanier Parkway crash dies Tue, 4 Dec 2018 12:04:56 EST A man rushed to hospital in life-threatening condition following a collision on Vanier Parkway has died, Ottawa police said Tuesday.

Doug Ford, Ontario PCs deny meddling in OPP commissioner appointment Tue, 4 Dec 2018 13:05:51 EST Ontario's PC government says it lowered the qualification requirements for the position of OPP commissioner in order to attract a wider range of candidates for the job. Ron Taverner, a Toronto police superintendent and Ford family friend, was hired in November.

Tiny home a perfect fit for Carleton student's mom OPH warns of tuberculosis risk at Ridgemont High School New MP for Leeds–Grenville vows to match Gord Brown's efforts, energy Ottawa 67's trade for star goalie Michael DiPietro Landlocked: Farmers running out of options as wetlands designation looms Jim Watson targets poverty, guns, discrimination at swearing-in

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Ottawa doctor pleads guilty to sexual assault, voyeurism charges | LRT delays costing the city an extra $25M — so far | Senators acquire defenceman Elliott, forward Lindberg from Penguins | Charges expected against U.S. man accused of counselling Ottawa child to end life

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Ottawa doctor pleads guilty to sexual assault, voyeurism charges Wed, 5 Dec 2018 14:19:45 EST An Ottawa doctor has pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting and secretly videorecording dozens of his patients over nearly 30 years.

LRT delays costing the city an extra $25M — so far Wed, 5 Dec 2018 17:49:15 EST Delays in completing Ottawa's light-rail system has cost $25 million so far, according to a memo the city treasurer sent to council members Wednesday afternoon.

Senators acquire defenceman Elliott, forward Lindberg from Penguins Wed, 5 Dec 2018 17:51:31 EST The Ottawa Senators have acquired defenceman Stefan Elliott and forward Tobias Lindberg from the Pittsburgh Penguins in exchange for defenceman Macoy Erkamps and forward Ben Sexton.

Charges expected against U.S. man accused of counselling Ottawa child to end life Wed, 5 Dec 2018 14:23:51 EST Ottawa police are expecting to lay charges against a U.S. man who allegedly encouraged a child in the Ottawa area to take their own life.

Ottawa should opt into pot shops, city staff say Arena no longer key to public support for LeBreton project, poll shows Police arrest suspect in Bells Corners stabbing, robbery Emaciated dogs found in Ottawa dumpster 'I'm a demon inside': Teacher convicted of sex crimes sought treatment Ontario safety agency failing to do its job properly, says auditor general

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How Ottawa Tourism wants to preserve Parliament Hill's 'money shot' | 2 men convicted in beating death of Ottawa music journalist Zack Noureddine | What the city report says about Ottawa's cannabis retail market | Ford government's top political staff hold 'secretive' meeting with business leaders

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How Ottawa Tourism wants to preserve Parliament Hill's 'money shot' Thu, 6 Dec 2018 18:16:29 EST When visitors to Parliament Hill look for that Instagrammable "money shot" over the next 10 years, Ottawa Tourism wants to make sure they get it — even if Centre Block and the Peace Tower are shrouded in scaffolding.

2 men convicted in beating death of Ottawa music journalist Zack Noureddine Thu, 6 Dec 2018 18:02:04 EST Two of the men accused of killing Zaher "Zack" Noureddine in 2015 have been found guilty.

What the city report says about Ottawa's cannabis retail market Thu, 6 Dec 2018 06:49:05 EST The City of Ottawa's report on private cannabis retail gives an outline of what legalization has meant for the city and the direction it might be heading.

Ford government's top political staff hold 'secretive' meeting with business leaders Thu, 6 Dec 2018 17:06:07 EST The top political aides for nearly every cabinet minister in the Ontario government and more than a dozen of Premier Doug Ford staff meet tonight with business leaders in an event that is being shielded from the public, CBC News has learned.

Threatening calls send Kingston schools into lockdown Early sexual abuse casts long shadows, Spotlight psychologist says Rise in road salt prices hits local contractors Peace Tower bells to keep ringing out through construction Quebec's legal drinking age isn't going to change, Legault says Sandra Oh to host Golden Globes, vie for acting award

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'Scared, frantic, terrified': Mom watches Uber drive off with 3-year-old son inside | Massage therapist charged with sexual assault | Cyclist killed in Sir John A. Macdonald Parkway crash | Serial robber who targeted elderly victims in Montreal, Ottawa gets 8 years

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'Scared, frantic, terrified': Mom watches Uber drive off with 3-year-old son inside Fri, 7 Dec 2018 16:32:45 EST An Ottawa mother is calling out Uber after she watched one of the company's cars pull away with her three-year-old son inside.

Massage therapist charged with sexual assault Fri, 7 Dec 2018 16:15:40 EST Ottawa police have charged a massage therapist who was working at a clinic in the east end of the city with two counts of sexual assault.

Cyclist killed in Sir John A. Macdonald Parkway crash Thu, 6 Dec 2018 23:20:43 EST RCMP have identified the cyclist killed in a crash on the Sir John A. Macdonald Parkway as Junfeng Wu of Ottawa.

Serial robber who targeted elderly victims in Montreal, Ottawa gets 8 years Fri, 7 Dec 2018 15:50:34 EST Hamid Chekakri, 48, pleaded guilty to nine charges of aggravated assault, breaking and entering, robbery and causing a person to take an overpowering drug.

The Hockey Sweater, songs of hope and the little play that could LCBO's move to restock Norman Hardie wines lacks transparency, vintner says OPL can raise up to $15M for new central library: report The competition's sizzling at this annual latke fry-off Response to south-end shootings about more than policing, chief says Algonquin students vent over permanent smoking ban

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OC Transpo's silence 'appalling,' says woman pinned by bus | Ronald Junior Brazeau handed 5 years for role in killing | Fish study prompts call for closer look at depression drug's hereditary effects | Defence wants judge-alone trial after mistrial in 1st-degree murder case

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OC Transpo's silence 'appalling,' says woman pinned by bus Mon, 10 Dec 2018 13:49:57 EST A woman whose foot was pinned under the wheel of an OC Transpo bus says she's still waiting for someone from the public transit agency to call and ask how she's doing.

Ronald Junior Brazeau handed 5 years for role in killing Mon, 10 Dec 2018 17:31:07 EST A man accused of ordering the fatal beating of a Gatineau, Que., couple has been sentenced to five years in prison for his role in one of those deaths.

Fish study prompts call for closer look at depression drug's hereditary effects Mon, 10 Dec 2018 15:00:00 EST Biologists at the University of Ottawa have discovered that exposing fish embryos to Prozac affected the aquatic creatures' ability to manage stress for generations, prompting a call for further research into the lasting effects of antidepressants on humans.

Defence wants judge-alone trial after mistrial in 1st-degree murder case Mon, 10 Dec 2018 11:49:57 EST The first-degree murder trial of Cameron Rogers, accused of killing his adoptive parents in 2016, came to an abrupt end Monday when a mistrial was declared.

Federal government mulls co-working spaces for public service Missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls inquiry holds final hearings in Ottawa Ontario's deficit to rise to $12.3B this year, fiscal watchdog says The Grinch crashes Christmas at Billings Bridge Join us for CBC Ottawa's annual charity drive Council eyes crossing guards at 15 busy intersections

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Doug Ford committed to LRT, anti-gang funding, mayor says | Remembering the OC Transpo strike, 10 years later | Diane Deans picked as police board's 1st female chair | Corporations fuelled Ontario Proud's pro-PC election spending

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Doug Ford committed to LRT, anti-gang funding, mayor says Tue, 11 Dec 2018 13:34:14 EST Ottawa's mayor says Ontario Premier Doug Ford is committed to funding LRT and anti-gang efforts in the capital, and seems open to giving municipalities some say in the location of pot shops.

Remembering the OC Transpo strike, 10 years later Tue, 11 Dec 2018 17:45:50 EST It’s been 10 years since OC Transpo buses ground to a halt for what would become a 51-day strike.

Diane Deans picked as police board's 1st female chair Tue, 11 Dec 2018 13:17:45 EST Ottawa city council veteran Diane Deans is set to become the first female chair of the Ottawa Police Services board. She says her first order of business will be to try to increase the force's budget.

Corporations fuelled Ontario Proud's pro-PC election spending Tue, 11 Dec 2018 17:23:33 EST Ontario Proud, a group credited with helping Doug Ford's Progressive Conservatives win the provincial election, received more than $400,000 in corporate donations to fund its campaign efforts, new documents reveal.

Ottawa man accused of killing parents claims father sexually abused him Inmates get new hotline to report conditions at Ottawa jail Blake Dooley gets life in prison for Gatineau hotel murder How to find the perfect Christmas tree Flea market fire toxins contaminate more wells Orléans school investigating how 4-year-old wandered away

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Tobi Nussbaum in the running to be next NCC CEO | Bank scam takes thousands from victims in Grenville County | Trudeau, Scheer spar for what might be the last time in Parliament's Centre Block | NCC CEO violated conflict rules, ethics commissioner says

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Tobi Nussbaum in the running to be next NCC CEO Wed, 12 Dec 2018 19:04:03 EST Rideau-Rockliffe Coun. Tobi Nussbaum is up for the National Capital Commission's top job when the current CEO's term runs out this spring.

Bank scam takes thousands from victims in Grenville County Wed, 12 Dec 2018 15:55:24 EST Police are warning the public about a new telephone scam after two victims lost thousands of dollars in Grenville County, the rural community south of Ottawa.

Trudeau, Scheer spar for what might be the last time in Parliament's Centre Block Wed, 12 Dec 2018 18:41:43 EST A century ago, King George V said he believed that Canada's new Parliament building would "redound to the happiness and prosperity" of the nation. It hasn't quite lived up to his lofty hopes.

NCC CEO violated conflict rules, ethics commissioner says Wed, 12 Dec 2018 14:07:39 EST National Capital Commission CEO Mark Kristmanson contravened conflict of interest rules when he accepted invitations from organizations that have business dealings with the NCC, the federal ethics commissioner said Wednesday.

Addictions program for francophone youth loses funding Mayor's committee picks about 'power', councillors charge Ottawa police ponder naming accused impaired drivers Panicked residents trapped on balconies as highrise burns NDP wants RCMP to probe allegation Ford's office asked OPP for 'camper-type vehicle' Award-winning winery embittered by VQA's 'Soviet-style' grape rules

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Tobi Nussbaum named new CEO of National Capital Commission | Ottawa opts in: Says yes to pot shops | 'Tis the season for vehicle thefts. Here's how to stop it | Teen arrested in mugging, stabbing

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Tobi Nussbaum named new CEO of National Capital Commission Thu, 13 Dec 2018 18:46:25 EST Rideau-Rockliffe Coun. Tobi Nussbaum has been named the new CEO of the National Capital Commission.

Ottawa opts in: Says yes to pot shops Thu, 13 Dec 2018 15:12:17 EST After four hours of presentations, pointed questions and a passionate plea from rookie Coun. Carol Anne Meehan to opt out, Ottawa city council has voted to allow retail cannabis stores to open for business starting in April 2019.

'Tis the season for vehicle thefts. Here's how to stop it Thu, 13 Dec 2018 14:10:19 EST The holidays often coincide with a spike in thefts from parked cars as busy, tired shoppers leave valuables unattended. Here's how to prevent it.

Teen arrested in mugging, stabbing Thu, 13 Dec 2018 15:40:58 EST A 15-year-old boy is in police custody for allegedly mugging and stabbing a man in southeast Ottawa on Wednesday night.

Former Gananoque, Ont., fire chief charged with fraud, theft Emailed bomb threats demand bitcoin, police say Civil liberties group opposes naming impaired driving suspects Residents of fire-damaged highrise may be displaced for days Van drives through home, then hits another A loss mama's Christmas letter

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Project Give: Let's see how much we can raise for the Ottawa Food Bank | Kanata residents teed off over plan to swap golf course for housing | Ottawa man charged in alleged abduction hoax | A beautiful sound and glorious voices for the weekend

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Project Give: Let's see how much we can raise for the Ottawa Food Bank Fri, 14 Dec 2018 04:30:00 EST CBC Ottawa is hosting its annual charity drive, Project Give, in support of the Ottawa Food Bank today. It's a special day of stories, music and charitable giving, and you can follow all the action here.

Kanata residents teed off over plan to swap golf course for housing Fri, 14 Dec 2018 18:33:00 EST The owner of the Kanata Golf and Country Club wants to replace its 18-hole course with housing, and has joined with a pair of developers to come up with a plan for the 70-hectare property — despite opposition from the west Ottawa community.

Ottawa man charged in alleged abduction hoax Fri, 14 Dec 2018 15:08:59 EST An 18-year-old Ottawa man accused of faking his own kidnapping last month has been charged with mischief, police said Friday.

A beautiful sound and glorious voices for the weekend Fri, 14 Dec 2018 16:02:54 EST Looking for some musical inspiration this weekend? CBC has three options for you to get your fix.

Freezing rain warnings for eastern Ontario, Gatineau CONCACAF says it makes sense for Ottawa Fury FC to switch leagues Look at Frosty go: Ornament thieves caught on camera 'I'm not hiding,' suspended Rockland lawyer says Injured driver airlifted to hospital after head-on crash A look at Canada's new Senate building

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Gatineau investigates water main break affecting 3 districts | Jury calls for end to segregation of mentally ill inmates | OCDSB blindsided by cuts to specialized programs | New impaired driving rules will mean fewer roadside deaths, MADD Canada predicts

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Gatineau investigates water main break affecting 3 districts Mon, 17 Dec 2018 19:19:16 EST The City of Gatineau is investigating a water main break affecting three of the city's districts.

Jury calls for end to segregation of mentally ill inmates Mon, 17 Dec 2018 18:08:29 EST The jury at a coroner's inquest into the death of a mentally ill inmate at Ottawa's jail has made sweeping recommendations aimed at preventing a similar incident from happening in the future.

OCDSB blindsided by cuts to specialized programs Mon, 17 Dec 2018 12:30:58 EST The chair of Ottawa's largest school board says a memo Friday announcing cuts to specialized education programs across the province took her by surprise.

New impaired driving rules will mean fewer roadside deaths, MADD Canada predicts Mon, 17 Dec 2018 12:35:29 EST Changes to impaired driving laws that come into force on Tuesday will reduce the number of people who die in crashes caused by drunk drivers, predicts the head of Mothers Against Drunk Driving Canada.

No vacancy: More families placed in hotels as demand for shelter surges Cannabis entrepreneurs in 'tough spot' after Ontario caps licences Missing Tracy: Making it through our first Christmas without her Humane society says Christmas can be right time for a pet Go Kings Go: Book marks century of hockey royalty in Pembroke Airline passengers could be entitled to hefty compensation for delays, lost bags

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Melnyk didn't want to pay for new arena, Trinity claims | Freezing rain coming to western Quebec | More roads closed in Gatineau for another water main break | Gatineau water main break floods homes, shuts schools

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Melnyk didn't want to pay for new arena, Trinity claims Tue, 18 Dec 2018 11:38:35 EST Trinity Development and its founder John Ruddy are countersuing Eugene Melnyk and his sports company for $1 billion, effectively killing any chance of the two ever redeveloping LeBreton Flats or building a new downtown hockey arena.

Freezing rain coming to western Quebec Tue, 18 Dec 2018 16:09:18 EST Communities in western Quebec can expect a significant amount of freezing rain on Thursday.

More roads closed in Gatineau for another water main break Tue, 18 Dec 2018 16:33:48 EST The City of Gatineau says it is working to fix a water main break at Saint-René Boulevard East, less than a day after a major break happened in another part of the city.

Gatineau water main break floods homes, shuts schools Tue, 18 Dec 2018 06:12:32 EST Two homes have been evacuated, nearly a dozen flooded and 24,500 residences are under a boil-water advisory following a major water main break on boulevard Alexandre-Taché in Gatineau Monday evening.

Canada Post says normal delivery times restored for most of the country Integrity watchdog confirms probe into appointment of Ron Taverner as Ontario's top cop City in 'driver's seat' on Kanata golf course future, Wilkinson says Why Ottawa can't spend its way out of the homelessness crisis Busing costs drive school boards deep into deficit New board chair willing to boost police budget above 3% target

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NCC pulls plug on RendezVous LeBreton deal | Cameron Rogers pleads guilty to killing parents | Charities see donations lag in wake of postal strikes | Elgin Street closed to traffic starting Jan. 7

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NCC pulls plug on RendezVous LeBreton deal Wed, 19 Dec 2018 17:19:42 EST The National Capital Commission is breaking its deal with RendezVous LeBreton Group, it announced in a statement sent out late Wednesday afternoon.

Cameron Rogers pleads guilty to killing parents Wed, 19 Dec 2018 10:18:28 EST Cameron Rogers has pleaded guilty to beating and stabbing his parents to death in November 2016, and has been sentenced to life in prison with no chance of parole for 20 years.

Charities see donations lag in wake of postal strikes Wed, 19 Dec 2018 14:52:03 EST Several charities in the Ottawa area say their holiday fundraising efforts have been hampered by the rotating Canada Post strikes that took place in October and November.

Elgin Street closed to traffic starting Jan. 7 Wed, 19 Dec 2018 11:37:34 EST The reconstruction of Elgin Street enters a new phase in the new year: beginning Monday, Jan. 7, the downtown strip will be closed to all vehicular traffic from Somerset to Catherine streets.

Electrical problem may have caused tanker's grounding: TSB The cold reality of homelessness in Ottawa Wabano Fine Chocolates continues sweet tradition Use cash to buy legal cannabis if you're worried about privacy, watchdog says Dispute with NCC adds to tax increase in Chelsea, Que. Temperatures will eventually warm up today

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LeBreton runner-up says NCC must negotiate with it | Man charged with extortion, holding woman against will | Vast majority of Ottawa parents back 2015 sex-ed curriculum, survey shows | OPP officers cleared in freezing death of Kingston-area woman

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LeBreton runner-up says NCC must negotiate with it Thu, 20 Dec 2018 18:07:27 EST The runner-up in the contest to redevelop Ottawa's LeBreton Flats says the National Capital Commission has a legal obligation to negotiate with it, now that the agency has walked away from a deal with the RendezVous LeBreton group.

Man charged with extortion, holding woman against will Thu, 20 Dec 2018 14:09:20 EST An Ottawa man is facing several charges after allegedly holding an American woman against her will in the Ottawa neighbourhood of Kanata and extorting her for sexually explicit photos and videos.

Vast majority of Ottawa parents back 2015 sex-ed curriculum, survey shows Thu, 20 Dec 2018 16:05:42 EST The vast majority of Ottawa-area residents who took part in the first day of province-wide consultations want the 2015 sex-ed curriculum taught in schools, according to data obtained by CBC through a freedom of information request.

OPP officers cleared in freezing death of Kingston-area woman Thu, 20 Dec 2018 19:11:24 EST A pair of Ontario Provincial Police officers who left an intoxicated woman locked outside her house on a bitterly cold night won't face charges or sanctions for the woman's death.

Rainfall, freezing rain warnings issued for Ottawa Senators players disappointed by Ottawa downtown arena setback Hull boil-water advisory lifted Man on a mission toward barrier-free city 'How much would it take?' OPP documents lay out details of case against councillor Former Ottawa Senators executive Randy Lee pleads guilty to harassment

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Montebello Rockfest declares bankruptcy | Tribunal won't hear community appeal over 900 Albert | Former high school music teacher facing new charges | SIU charge Kingston police officer with sexual assault

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Montebello Rockfest declares bankruptcy Fri, 21 Dec 2018 17:08:55 EST Saddled with insurmountable debt from this year's festival, Montebello Rockfest have declared bankruptcy.

Tribunal won't hear community appeal over 900 Albert Fri, 21 Dec 2018 16:59:43 EST An Ontario tribunal will not hear a community appeal over the City of Ottawa's decision to approve a condo complex at 900 Albert St., near the Bayview transit station.

Former high school music teacher facing new charges Fri, 21 Dec 2018 12:40:55 EST A former Ottawa music teacher is facing two new charges for alleged sex crimes stemming from his days at Bell High School in the 1970s and 1980s.

SIU charge Kingston police officer with sexual assault Fri, 21 Dec 2018 17:14:35 EST The Special Investigations Unit has charged a Kingston, Ont., police officer with sexual assault.

Suspected cattle rustlers charged Ottawa Fury sanctioned to play in USL in 2019 Thieves target donation bins in Prescott, Kemptville Slow it down during the holidays with soothing tunes and furry friends 'I was reborn here': Gay Syrian refugee says Canada has welcomed him Take a look at LeBreton Flats — then and now

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Volunteers fulfill dying 5-year-old girl's snowman wish | OPP asking people to remain merry and drive to conditions over holidays | OC Transpo launches winter service, adds new Barrhaven route | Canada Post stamp prices to increase on Jan. 14

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Volunteers fulfill dying 5-year-old girl's snowman wish Mon, 24 Dec 2018 17:49:15 EST A group of Ottawa volunteers spent Christmas Eve collecting snow from local arenas so that a young girl's Christmas wish could come true.

OPP asking people to remain merry and drive to conditions over holidays Mon, 24 Dec 2018 14:17:42 EST As light snow blankets parts of eastern Ontario Monday, police are reminding people to drive to conditions as traffic is expected to pick up between Christmas Eve and Boxing Day.

OC Transpo launches winter service, adds new Barrhaven route Mon, 24 Dec 2018 16:29:34 EST Winter service has begun for OC Transpo, with a few changes over the holiday season and a plan to help ease congestion in Barrhaven.

Canada Post stamp prices to increase on Jan. 14 Mon, 24 Dec 2018 18:12:30 EST Starting Jan. 14, Canada Post says the cost for an individual stamp on a letter sent within Canada will be $1.05, instead of a loonie. Other increases for mail within the country range between a dime and 35 cents depending on the size of the letter.

Man injured in ByWard Market Shooting Family still searching for answers year after brother killed at OPP detachment Becoming Santa: Ottawa man carries on legacy of vintage red suit Man charged after Billings Bridge gun incident Pitter patter, back at 'er: Dairy farmer starts over after devastating fire Anglican church welcomes Indigenous teacher who once renounced Christianity

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Volunteers fulfil dying 5-year-old girl's snowman wish | What's open and closed on Christmas and Boxing Day in Ottawa | Gatineau police use Taser to disarm knife-wielding man | Bylaw officers kept busy herding raccoons, skunks, goats in 2018

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Volunteers fulfil dying 5-year-old girl's snowman wish

Mon, 24 Dec 2018 17:49:15 EST A group of Ottawa volunteers spent Christmas Eve collecting snow from local arenas so that a young girl's Christmas wish could come true.

What's open and closed on Christmas and Boxing Day in Ottawa Fri, 21 Dec 2018 04:00:00 EST Hopefully your holiday shopping will be taken care of long beforehand, but whether you're rushing to the mall on Christmas Eve or looking for something open on Christmas Day in Ottawa, here's what's open and closed.

Gatineau police use Taser to disarm knife-wielding man Tue, 25 Dec 2018 13:59:26 EST Gatineau police used a stun gun early Christmas morning to disarm a man who'd allegedly threatened an officer with a knife.

Bylaw officers kept busy herding raccoons, skunks, goats in 2018 Tue, 25 Dec 2018 04:00:00 EST The creatures that Ottawa bylaw officers deal with run the gamut — and sometimes, animal calls include a few surprises.

Where to find a free Christmas meal Indonesian diaspora left in state of despair by 'nightmare' tsunami How to get CBC Ottawa on your Amazon Echo Children are bearing the brunt of this year's flu season, health officials say It's a sunny and cold Christmas Day in Ottawa-Gatineau

OPP asking people to remain merry and drive to conditions over holidays

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Thieves stealing gifts from Canada Post mailboxes in Cantley, Que. | Ottawa-Gatineau's top news photos of 2018 | Ottawa man gives son an early Christmas gift: his own kidney | Brooke Henderson repeats as CP female athlete of the year

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Thieves stealing gifts from Canada Post mailboxes in Cantley, Que. Wed, 26 Dec 2018 17:07:49 EST The Grinch has made his way to Cantley, Que., as police investigate a rash of break-ins at Canada Post community mailboxes.

Ottawa-Gatineau's top news photos of 2018 Wed, 26 Dec 2018 04:00:00 EST Tornado damage, French-language protests, and sad Erik Karlsson. Those are the subjects of just a few of the best photos to emerge from the past year in local news.

Ottawa man gives son an early Christmas gift: his own kidney Wed, 26 Dec 2018 14:00:21 EST When Ottawa's Jacques Corriveau found out his 27-year-old son needed a new kidney, he knew what he had to do.

Brooke Henderson repeats as CP female athlete of the year Wed, 26 Dec 2018 10:18:58 EST Golfer Brooke Henderson is the winner of the Bobbie Rosenfeld Award as The Canadian Press female athlete of the year.

Choice words: CBC Ottawa's year in quotes Flurries possible today, freezing rain later in the week

Volunteers fulfil dying 5-year-old girl's snowman wish

What's open and closed on Christmas and Boxing Day in Ottawa

Gatineau police use Taser to disarm knife-wielding man

Bylaw officers kept busy herding raccoons, skunks, goats in 2018

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PCs halt price hike for Ontario highway tourism signs | Puck drops at Bell Capital Cup as organizers try to grow tournament | Fill up now! Gasoline prices in Ontario set to rise this weekend from 18-month lows | Freezing rain should arrive overnight, Environment Canada warns

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PCs halt price hike for Ontario highway tourism signs Thu, 27 Dec 2018 12:00:09 EST The province will not be going ahead in 2019 with planned price hikes for the blue tourism signs that dot Ontario's highways after all.

Puck drops at Bell Capital Cup as organizers try to grow tournament Thu, 27 Dec 2018 15:13:48 EST The new general manager of the Bell Capital Cup, a large minor hockey tournament in the Ottawa area, says he's striving to increase numbers and get back up to previous years' registration.

Fill up now! Gasoline prices in Ontario set to rise this weekend from 18-month lows Thu, 27 Dec 2018 13:52:28 EST Plunging world oil prices have delivered a Christmas miracle of lower gasoline prices across most of Canada but a fuel price expert says motorists should fill up now because prices are expected to be volatile in 2019.

Freezing rain should arrive overnight, Environment Canada warns Thu, 27 Dec 2018 07:33:53 EST Freezing rain should start to fall overnight across much of eastern Ontario and western Quebec, the weather agency says.

The house that pot built MS patient stuck in hospital considering human rights complaint Senators' Anderson, Falk remain sidelined with concussions Eat Smart Salad Shake Ups recalled in 5 provinces over Listeria fears Joanne Chianello's city issues to watch in 2019 Talking with Jim Watson about LRT, LeBreton Flats and the tornadoes

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Gatineau sees 3rd water main break in less than 2 weeks | CHEO confirms 3rd case of rare polio-like illness | Canada's response to Rohingya crisis gets middling grade | Turbulent weather causes crashes, delayed flights

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Gatineau sees 3rd water main break in less than 2 weeks Fri, 28 Dec 2018 17:31:43 EST Boulevard Maisonneuve has reopened to traffic after a water main break closed down the road in Old Hull Thursday evening.

CHEO confirms 3rd case of rare polio-like illness Fri, 28 Dec 2018 13:07:42 EST CHEO has confirmed a third case of acute flaccid myletis, a rare polio-like illness that causes paralysis in children.

Canada's response to Rohingya crisis gets middling grade Fri, 28 Dec 2018 13:40:53 EST An Ottawa human rights organization has given Canada a "C" grade for its efforts in 2018 addressing the Rohingya crisis.

Turbulent weather causes crashes, delayed flights Fri, 28 Dec 2018 15:01:04 EST The inclement weather that hit eastern Ontario overnight has delayed travel plans and caused more than a few disruptions on the highways.

1 dead in snowmobile crash near Little Silver Lake Chelsea, Que., plans to add 1,000 new homes City trying to burn off less gas from all your garbage Politics on ice: Chinese team at Bell Capital Cup 'just playing for fun' Police explore possible connection between Cantley, Montreal-area mailbox thefts Freezing rain warning ended, warm weather on the way

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Family praises officers for saving toddler's life | Kevin Vickers considering jump to politics | Winter storm set to ring in the new year | 5 fun things to do with the family this New Year's Eve

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Family praises officers for saving toddler's life Mon, 31 Dec 2018 12:49:00 EST A Gatineau family is praising two police officers with the MRC des Collines-de-l'Outaouais for saving their young son after he nearly died this past summer.

Kevin Vickers considering jump to politics Mon, 31 Dec 2018 18:51:06 EST Kevin Vickers, who became Canada's ambassador to Ireland after being hailed as a hero for helping to end the 2014 attack on Parliament Hill, is considering a move into politics.

Winter storm set to ring in the new year Mon, 31 Dec 2018 06:18:42 EST Different parts of the Ottawa-Gatineau area are expected to be blasted with either freezing rain, heavy snow or strong wind gusts starting this evening.

5 fun things to do with the family this New Year's Eve Fri, 28 Dec 2018 04:00:46 EST With Christmas all wrapped up, it's time to prepare for New Year's Eve celebrations in Ottawa. Here's a list of family-friendly events.

Ringing in the new year? Here is what is open and closed Tougher penalties for texting and driving in Ontario start Jan. 1 Gatineau walk-in clinics see influx of patients during holidays Police officer injured during NYE fight on Booth Street Your tax bill could change in 2019. Here's what to expect. Cattle and dairy farmers fear new food guide could hurt their industries