Sunday · Aug 23, 2026
2SLGBTQ+ National Monument still fenced off after Friday opening
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...
Redblacks fire coach Shawn Burke after 0-10 season start
The Ottawa Redblacks fired head coach Shawn Burke with the team winless through 10 games to start the season.
UOttawa needs healthy adults 65+ for treadmill stability study
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...
Diane Holmes Park opens downtown Monday at 4 p.m.
A small downtown park honouring former Councillor Diane Holmes has its official opening Monday, Aug. 25, at 4 p.m. Diane will be there.
Free 24-hour museum passes — claimed
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.
10 job fairs and recruiting events this week across Ottawa
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...
Power out in Centretown Sunday evening
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.
181 municipal candidates certified for October election; 10 elected by acclamation
Ottawa's nomination period closed Aug. 21 with candidates set for mayor, councillor, and school board trustee races. Advanced voting starts Oct. 16.
Former Ottawa hotel converting to transitional housing this fall
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.
Ottawa mayoral candidate promises to raise Palestinian flag at city hall if elected
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.
E-bike stolen from Titans Stadium parking
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.
Things to do in Ottawa this week: August 23–29
The Wiggles arrive for two shows at TD Place; Atlético Ottawa takes on Inter Toronto FC; a metal-heavy weekend fuels live music across the city.
Loud thud near Costco Kanata has people wondering what happened
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...
Casa Verde's crispy pork belly and watermelon margarita is the move
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...
Former city councillor Mathieu Fleury returns to politics as trustee candidate
After four years away, Fleury filed to run for Zone 10 trustee with Ottawa's French public school board, citing his role as a parent.
Landscaper's $70K tools stolen from worksite
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.
Bill 33 puts student organizations across Ontario at risk as fees could become optional
Provincial law allows government to make ancillary fees optional, threatening groups that fund newspapers, clubs, and campus services at Ottawa universities and Carleton.
Mississippi Mud Monsters at Ottawa Titans
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