Reddit pulse / page 11
Every post from Reddit, newest first.
Someone asking the kite-surfing community whether Ottawa gets enough wind to make it a real hobby year-round, and if there's winter boarding or skiing. Looking for instructor recommendations too.
Ottawa EV drivers looking for rustproofing services that understand electric-vehicle specs — Montreal and Quebec City have specialists, but locals are struggling to find shops here that know how to avoid battery damage.
A 4-building high-rise development is being proposed for the Scouts Canada headquarters site. Local Redditors sharing news and asking questions about what it means for the neighbourhood.
OC Transpo and STO both refusing to pick up at one stop — riders on Reddit want to know why. The transit silence is frustrating the commute.
Someone's seeking playground and building photos from Holy Cross Elementary at 240 Daly Ave. between 1964–1966. If you went there, they want your shots.
Reddit's saying you need $152k to be genuinely happy living in Ottawa right now. The rent and housing market keeps pushing that number up.
LRV 1117 just made history on Stage 2 West — first train from Kichi Zibi to Algonquin Station on August 4. Testing keeps rolling westward.
A man collapsed during a volleyball match at Britannia Beach yesterday and went into cardiac arrest. The lifeguard team didn't hesitate — they alternated CPR while waiting for EMS, with one young lifeguard staying with him until he regained consciousness. He's okay. Shout out to everyone on the crew.
The Alexandra Bridge bike lane is way rougher than it used to be — people are saying it feels like your eyes are gonna pop out of your head crossing it. The surface has gotten noticeably worse, making the commute pretty brutal if you're cycling to or from Gatineau.
Monarch caterpillars are back — spotted in the West End snacking on milkweed. If you want to help bring them back, grab some swamp or butterfly milkweed from a nursery and plant it in your garden. They're making their way through Ottawa on their stunning migratory journey.
Transit officials say the O-Train west extension might launch in sections instead of all at once, after Canada Day flooding caused significant damage to the line. Details on timing and which stations open first are still being worked out.
Free Repair Café is back this Saturday, August 8, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Nepean Sportsplex (1701 Woodroffe Ave). Bring your broken electronics, household goods, jewelry, and textiles — volunteers will help you fix them for free. Drop-in, no registration needed.
A bright green Vitilan e-bike was stolen from outside the Elmdale in Hintonburg around 4 p.m. on Wednesday. The lock was cut and the battery wasn't in it. If you spot it, a police report has already been filed.
City of Ottawa is sitting on millions in unpaid photo radar fines — drivers have racked up tickets but haven't paid them. The backlog's gotten so big it's become a real money problem for the city.
Killswitch Engage and Machine Head are playing the Canadian Tire Centre on August 5. Heavy metal lineup, massive crowd expected.
Jolly Bubble indoor playground is open in Barrhaven if you're looking for somewhere to take the kids this week.
Public archaeology digs are back in the capital region this month. The National Capital Commission is hosting them — get your hands dirty uncovering local history.
New Greek coffee shop Filo opened on Kent a few weeks back where Angry Dragons used to be. Coffee's genuinely good and they're getting solid reviews for their food too.
A teenager was injured in a shooting in east Ottawa early this morning. Police are investigating. Details are still coming in.
Adonis and Farm Boy have their weekly grocery sales live for August 6–12. Salmon's $9.99/lb at both, and produce deals are solid — romaine hearts 99¢ each at Adonis, cabbage at 69¢/lb at Farm Boy. Check the full flyer for the rest.
