Wednesday · Jun 17, 2026
Swimming platform open on the Ottawa River
Swimming platform is officially open for business on the Ottawa River. Perfect time to jump in if you've been waiting for the go-ahead.
Black cat spotted near Minto Park in Centretown
Black cat hanging around Minto Park near Elgin since 8:45pm tonight—looks pretty skittish, might not be an outdoor cat. If you know who owns it, pass the word along.
Pollinator Appreciation Day at Fletcher Wildlife Garden
Pollinator Appreciation Day this Saturday at Fletcher Wildlife Garden, 10am to 2pm. Nature curious? Bring the kids. Speakers talking about trees and how to start your own...
Barrhaven garage fire from e-scooter contained in minutes
Ottawa firefighters quickly controlled an electric-scooter blaze at a single-family home on Valencia Street.
Mark Scott on building venture capital for Ottawa tech
The co-founder of N-Able and Fully Managed, now a partner at Top Down Ventures, discusses why Ottawa remains a critical tech hub and where the real opportunity lies.
81-year-old charged in historical sexual assault investigation
Ottawa Police's Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Unit believes there may be additional victims in the case involving allegations from the 1980s.
Two charged in counterfeit-money fraud scheme targeting East Hawkesbury
An Ottawa man and Montreal resident face eight charges each after attempting to purchase a vehicle and crane with fake currency.
National Arts Centre Orchestra - Shelley, Grimaud & Gershwin: Stravinsky's The Firebird
National Arts Centre
New reading club starts Monday in Ottawa Centre
A new movie and reading club kicks off Monday, June 22 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. in downtown Ottawa Centre. First topic is organizing — you'll be discussing a podcast and an...
OPP warns of distracted drivers caught on Highway 417
Officers say they caught a driver using a laptop and phone during rush hour Tuesday. Each distracted driving conviction brings a $615 fine, three demerit points, and a...
Free repair café this Saturday at Zibi
Repair Café is back Saturday, June 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Zibi, The Warehouse on Booth Street. This month's a special one — it's bike month, and they're partnering with...
Paper Moon
Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Ottawa
Paper Moon Theatre Presents: Rock Of Ages
Hard Rock Casino Ottawa
Police release suspect photo in downtown sexual assault case
David Cheddesingh, 50, is accused of an assault on March 28 under the MacKenzie King Bridge. Investigators believe there may be more victims.
Queers & Beers Capital Pride Run kicks off Friday
Queers & Beers Capital Pride Run is happening Friday, June 19 — doors open at 6 p.m. Looking to join a group? Send a DM and find your crew.
Board game night every Thursday at Level One
Weekly Thursday board game night at Level One Game Pub, 14 Waller Street downtown. Starts at 6 p.m., drop in anytime. $9 with a food or drink purchase, $12 without — card...
Three fires in 12 hours leave residents displaced
Two pets died and multiple people were treated for smoke inhalation across three separate incidents Tuesday into Wednesday.
Two collisions leave one dead, another critical
A 55-year-old man died after an e-scooter hit an SUV in Nepean; days later, an e-bike collided with a van in Barrhaven.
Found cat hanging around Centretown
Black cat with grey markings and white chest spot has been on porches around Centretown/Chinatown for days. Super friendly, clearly someone's pet.
Moon and two planets visible in the western sky
Sliver of moon and two planets just visible looking west if you get out tonight. Otherworldly.
Bronson resurfacing underway, drivers seeing improvement
Northbound Bronson got milled and the drive is noticeably better now. Resurfaced Bronson coming next year — might finally get it off the worst roads list.
Saravanamuttoo pitches 'open books' to challenge city spending
Mayoral candidate criticizes Lansdowne 2.0 and Tewin developments, promises financial transparency and transit affordability ahead of October election.