Reddit pulse / page 2
Every post from Reddit, newest first.
A sign just appeared at Chapman Mills Conservation Area saying swimming is prohibited — but it wasn't posted at the parking lot entrance, only found buried at the bottom of their website. Locals who've been swimming there regularly had no idea.
Free pickup soccer game this Saturday afternoon, all skill levels welcome. Check SportBuns app for details and latest updates on location and time.
The 2SLGBTQI+ National Monument officially opened Friday but remains completely fenced off — the ceremony happened but the site still isn't open to the public. Visitors made the trip downtown only to find they couldn't access it.
The Ottawa Redblacks fired head coach Shawn Burke with the team winless through 10 games to start the season.
UOttawa Human Kinetics researchers need participants 65+ to walk on a treadmill while they record body motion and muscle activity to see how arms and legs work together for stability. No neurological or musculoskeletal disorders. Email ejafa099@uottawa.ca if interested.
A small downtown park honouring former Councillor Diane Holmes has its official opening Monday, Aug. 25, at 4 p.m. Diane will be there.
Two digital passes covering 10 Ottawa museums (Bytown, Aviation, Science, War, Nature, National Gallery, Royal Mint, and others) were offered up, expiring Aug. 24. Already taken.
CAF webinar Monday, Carleton dining services hiring Tuesday, OPP info session Wednesday — plus border services and Marriott sessions. Check career event pages for full details and registration links.
Loud hum or bang reported on Percy Street near Arlington Sunday around 5:30 p.m., followed by power outage across Centretown. Residents checking in on social media. Cause still unclear.
A shuttered hotel in Ottawa is reopening as transitional housing later this season. The conversion's sparking discussion about the city's approach to shelter and unhoused residents.
One of the mayoral candidates is pledging to fly the Palestinian flag at city hall if elected. The commitment's drawn conversation on Reddit about what symbolism Ottawa should display.
Light blue Aventon e-bike went missing from Titans baseball stadium Saturday night. Owner's looking for it — has a white marker tag on the side if you spot it around the city.
Something made a massive noise at Costco Kanata around 7 p.m. Saturday — felt like a semi hit the building. People in the thread say they heard it blocks away but no word yet on what actually went down.
Someone tried Casa Verde for the crispy pork belly platter and the banana frozen margarita, and yeah — staff's friendly, the patacones and guac are solid, and the watermelon cup is actually kind of genius.
An Ottawa landscaper lost a trailer full of $70K in equipment from a jobsite. Posts on Reddit are lighting up with sympathy — and warnings about securing gear on active worksites.
A couple of young guys in their teens have been spotted asking for water at house doors in some areas, saying it's for a thirsty friend. Residents are noting the tactic seems odd given how close they are to restaurants and fast food. If you've seen them, check your security footage.
Democrats Abroad is reminding dual Canadian-U.S. citizens in Ottawa that this is the final push to register and request ballots for the 2026 American midterm elections. If you're eligible and want to vote, you need to register through votefromabroad.org or fvap.gov and request a fresh ballot for this calendar year.
iPolitics dropped a podcast series with interviews from all four major mayoral candidates. No Talking Points episodes are up on YouTube if you want the full conversations.
someone's asking reddit about the Barrhaven Indian Food Festival — lines, prices, whether it's worth going with a toddler. anyone been yet?
block's closed off near the cop shop on Elgin. someone asking reddit what's happening down there.
