Reddit pulse / page 14

Local homeowner got quotes for a 9-foot excavation project and one contractor recommended laying rigid foam insulation both against the foundation AND on the bottom of the soil to trap geothermal heat and stop frost heaving. The owner's asking if this is legit — turns out nobody in the thread knows.

New Ottawa resident wondering why Lansdowne gets so much city investment when it feels like an overpriced outdoor plaza with chain restaurants. The original development deal was signed back in 2012 and it's still not financially self-sustaining. The flea market draws tourist vibes more than real bargains, and you can't even get there by O-Train.

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Mark Sutcliffe's Mayoral Plan includes the 'Local Roads Strategy,' 'Fix Ottawa's 50 Worst Intersections,' and 'Half a Billion for Improving and Restoring our Roads' sections twice each. Guess roads really are a thing.

A homeowner near the east end is dealing with constant rats despite traps and garbage control, reached out to their councillor and the city, and is asking if anyone else has had any luck getting action. Sounds like a citywide thing.

Someone's looking for comfy, well-fitting skates to start lessons this week and hit the canal once it opens. The thread has recommendations if you're in the same boat.

Early voting numbers are up 70% compared to the last election. People are showing up.

Costco on Ogilvie has the best bike parking setup around—plenty of spots and it connects directly to the bike path.

People are frustrated with the new Baseline and Greenbank intersection layout—lane markings confuse drivers, slip lanes are gone, and pedestrian crossings take over 30 seconds with direct conflicts.

Someone spotted yellow crime scene tape and a coroner's van on the trail west of Britannia Beach yesterday. No official word on what happened yet.

Centretown BUZZ asked Ottawa's mayoral candidates tough questions about downtown and city-wide issues. The candidates answered in writing, and there was actual debate. An environmental debate they held on September 17 is also available to read or watch.

Heads up if you're parked near Bayshore or the movie theatre — a bald guy in a leather jacket has been approaching people for money or smokes, and when turned down he's going after parked cars. Police have been notified.

Tracy and Martina performed live comedy at Algonquin last night and the crowd was packed. People are saying they laughed for two hours straight — one person called it one of the best live shows they've been to in Ottawa.

Two Door Cinema Club and STRFKR brought it at History last night. Venue's central, show was great — feels like Ottawa's finally catching up to the music it deserves.

Bring Me the Horizon tore through the Canadian Tire Centre last night — frontman's accent was wild, he called everyone knobheads for not moshing hard enough. Security was chasing people off the floor left and right, but parking lot looked empty. Heavy promo push last week and tickets were dropping on resale. Something off about the show.

Someone on Reddit noticed a bunch of anglophone parents actually talking to their kids in French at the park now. Said their kid got into French daycare so they committed to it, and now they're hearing it more around the neighbourhood. Is this becoming a thing in Ottawa?

Pancho Villa wrapped up service on September 27th after more than four decades on the Ottawa dining scene. A neighbourhood staple gone.

Harvey's just opened at Bells Corners. If you've been waiting for a location out that way, it's here now.

Ottawa Charge just released their 2026-27 schedule. If you're following the basketball team this season, check it out.

advance polling is live at city council and the process is quick — one voter reported it took just 5-7 minutes start to finish.