Ottawa comes to life for a weekend of festivals
The summer festival season in Ottawa kicked off this weekend with thousands gathering for events across the city.
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Ottawa police warn officers will soon start issuing $110 fines for expired licence plates
Ottawa police are reminding drivers to renew their vehicle licence plate, saying officers will soon begin issuing $110 fines for expired plates.
Ottawa distress centre seeing increase in calls about finances, inflation
The Distress Centre of Ottawa and Region has seen an increase in calls about financial stress in the last year, as inflation reaches levels not seen in decades.
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Driver with two young kids in the car stopped going 156 km/h on Hwy. 417 in Ottawa, OPP says
Ontario Provincial Police say an officer stopped a vehicle driving 156 km/h on the Queensway just after 1:30 p.m. Saturday.
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Senators win bid for LeBreton Flats and MPP Lisa MacLeod taking a break: Top five stories this week
The Ottawa Senators win the bid for an arena at LeBreton Flats and an "unusual way" to transport an ATV in western Quebec. CTVNewsOttawa.ca looks at the top five stories on our website this week.
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'Disproportionately higher incidents' of force against Black, Indigenous people in 2021, Ottawa police say
Ottawa police say there were "disproportionately higher incidents" of use of force against Black, Indigenous and Middle Eastern people by officers last year.
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Tall Ships Festival attracts thousands to Brockville's waterfront
The City of Brockville got back into the festival swing this weekend for the first time in 2022, with the waterfront welcoming tall ships from around the world.
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Renfrew Pride wraps up first ever Pride Month
The final weekend in June saw Renfrew Pride host a dog wash and pride photo shoot Saturday, with plans for a pride picnic Sunday in front of Town Hall.
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Two people charged with impaired boating in Ottawa's east end
The Marine, Dive and Trails Unit stopped 16 boats at Petrie Island and the Rockcliffe Yacht Club on Friday
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Conservative MPs free to attend 'freedom' protests this summer: Bergen
With the nation's capital bracing for anticipated anti-mandate 'freedom' movement protests during Canada Day weekend, interim Conservative Leader Candice Bergen says her MPs are free to attend.
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More than half of rural Ottawa homes still dealing with slow internet speeds
More than half of all rural residences in the city of Ottawa are affected by slow internet speeds, a new report shows, in a world where faster communication is essential.
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Ottawa parents demand answers after boy, 11, not dropped off by school bus
An Ottawa family is demanding answers after their son went missing for five hours following his pickup from school on Monday.
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Norway shaken by attack that kills 2 during Pride festival
A gunman opened fire in Oslo's nightlife district early Saturday, killing two people and leaving more than 20 wounded in what the Norwegian security service called an 'Islamist terror act' during the capital's annual LGBTQ Pride festival.
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'So much left to do': Lawyers, daughter of murder victim share proposals at inquest
The Ontario government must provide adequate funding for support services and create an independent commission dedicated to ending intimate partner violence, lawyers told a coroner's inquest Friday.
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Proposal of LRT soft launch 'shut down vehemently' by city
Day ten of public hearings at the inquiry into Ottawa's light rail transit system heard the option of a soft or partial launch of the system was "shut down vehemently."
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Impact of Roe v. Wade ruling felt in Ottawa
The impact of the Roe v. Wade ruling in the United States, allowing states to ban abortions, is being felt here in the nation’s capital.
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Summer festival season in the capital
![A weekend of festivals in the Capital brings the city back to life in what feels close to pre-pandemic norms. Still, doctors warn the virus and its sub variants remain a threat. CTV’s Natalie Van Rooy reports.]()
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Increased concerns about finances, inflation
![Ottawa support programs say they’re being called on more frequently as the affordability crisis takes a toll on mental health. CTV’s Colton Praill reports.]()
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Inaugural pride celebration in Renfrew
![CTV’s Dylan Dyson has a snapshot of inaugural pride celebrations in Renfrew this year.]()
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Caribbean culture in Bellville
![Bellville was celebrating Caribbean culture Saturday during the city's first ever Caribbean festival. CTV's Kimberley Johnson reports.]()
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Brockville's tall ship festival
![CTV's Nate Vandermeer takes in the tall ship festival gracing the shores of the Seaway just outside of Ottawa, it’s Brockville's first major festival since 2019.]()
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Saturday 6 p.m. weather update
![Ottawa’s full local, regional forecast for June 25, 2022.]()
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Impact of U.S. abortion ruling felt in Canada
![Ottawa's Planned Parenthood office receives calls from the U.S. about access to abortion. CTV's Natalie Van Rooy reports.]()
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11-year-old left stranded by bus driver
![Ottawa family searched frantically for hours after their son never came home from school. CTV's Dave Charbonneau reports.]()
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LRT builder denied 'soft-launch' request
![LRT Public Inquiry heard the city rejected calls for a partial launch of the system even though it was informed of problems.]()
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Ottawa Jazz Festival returns
![CTV's Jeremie Charron reports live from opening night of the Ottawa Jazz Festival returning to its home at Confederation Park.]()
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Senators win bid for LeBreton Flats and MPP Lisa MacLeod taking a break: Top five stories this week
The Ottawa Senators win the bid for an arena at LeBreton Flats and an "unusual way" to transport an ATV in western Quebec. CTVNewsOttawa.ca looks at the top five stories on our website this week.
What's happening in Ottawa this weekend: June 24-26
CTVNewsOttawa.ca looks at activities and events happening in Ottawa, eastern Ontario and western Quebec during the final weekend of June.
St. Raphael's Ruins is a unique day trip exploration in eastern Ontario
There's a historic site northeast of Cornwall, Ont. that has become a popular tourist destination for day trips. It offers more than just a great photo opportunity, hosting weddings and musical venues throughout the summer.
The story behind the red roof towers in Kingston, Ont.
The Martello Towers are found all over the world, but there are only nine left in Canada. Four of the Martello Towers are located in Kingston, Ont.
Valley Cycle Tours named top tourist attraction in the Ottawa Valley
The Beachburg, Ont. business provides personalized guided and self-guided bicycle tours throughout the Ottawa Valley along with shuttle service.
Breast cancer ‘tumour awakens’ as patient sleeps: study
A new study has found that breast cancer can metastasize more efficiently while people are sleeping, a finding researchers say could 'significantly change' the way cancer is diagnosed and treated.
U.S. coach makes dramatic rescue of artistic swimmer Anita Alvarez at worlds
U.S. coach Andrea Fuentes prevented a tragedy at the swimming world championships, rescuing artistic swimmer Anita Alvarez after she sank motionless to the bottom of the pool during a solo free routine.
The world's most liveable cities for 2022
Considering a big move this year? You may want to think about somewhere else in Canada or western Europe. Fresh rankings of the world's most livable cities have been released, and Canada is the country with the most cities in the top 10.
COVID-19 in Ottawa
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Ottawa Public Health reporting a rise in COVID-19 levels in the community
The city of Ottawa is seeing a slight increase in COVID-19 related hospitalizations, as the health unit warns of a rise in COVID-19 levels in the community.
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Ottawa pastor has medical exemption rejected by U.S. border agents
Pastor Mike Croteau has an autoimmune disorder that gives him an exemption from receiving the COVID-19 vaccine. Croteau says his exemption was rejected when he tried to cross into the United States in May.
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COVID-19 spread increasing in Ottawa, but hospitalizations stable
Ottawa COVID-19 hospitalizations remained steady over the weekend, but the city's medical officer of health is warning that levels of the virus in the community are rising.
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Police watchdog clears Vancouver officers who fired non-lethal rounds at 'Freedom Convoy' protesters
Ontario’s police watchdog has cleared two Vancouver police officers who fired non-lethal rounds at two protesters in Ottawa during the ‘Freedom Convoy’ protests.
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Sergeant-at-arms 'flabbergasted' at Ottawa police inaction on harassment amid convoy
The sergeant-at-arms for the House of Commons says he was "flabbergasted" at how the Ottawa police allowed the harassment of members of Parliament and staffers to go on during the protests against COVID-19 restrictions in the capital earlier this year.
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Key 'Freedom Convoy' figure pleads guilty to counselling mischief, released from jail
Tyson 'Freedom George' Billings emerged from the Ottawa courthouse Wednesday brandishing a Canada flag to a torrent of cheers and airhorns after pleading guilty to a charge related to the convoy protest that seized the city earlier this year.
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Check out these popular ruins near Ottawa
![Historic church site mostly destroyed by fire has become a popular place to get married. CTV's Nate Vandermeer reports.]()
Historic church site mostly destroyed by fire has become a popular place to get married. CTV's Nate Vandermeer reports.
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11-year-old left stranded by bus driver
![Ottawa family searched frantically for hours after their son never came home from school. CTV's Dave Charbonneau reports.]()
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A barrel of fun
![Life's a blast for Lanark County cannon maker Tony Walsh. CTV's Joel Haslam reports.]()
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Many Canadians remain unaware of the involvement of forced child labour in the products they buy, according to non-profit agency World Vision Canada.
Protesters at U.S. Supreme Court decry abortion ruling overturning Roe v. Wade
Hundreds of protesters descended on the U.S. Supreme Court on Saturday to denounce the justice's decision to overturn the half-century-old Roe v. Wade precedent that recognized women's constitutional right to abortion.
Commonwealth falls short of condemning Russia as Trudeau prepares for G7
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau headed to the G7 summit in Germany on Saturday without a consensus from the Commonwealth to condemn the Russian invasion of Ukraine, but with a chorus of countries calling for help to overcome the fallout of the war.
WHO panel: Monkeypox not a global emergency 'at this stage'
The World Health Organization said the escalating monkeypox outbreak in nearly 50 countries should be closely monitored but does not warrant being declared a global health emergency.
Tear gas used to disperse protesters outside Arizona Capitol building, officials say
After the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade on Friday, holding that there is no longer a federal constitutional right to an abortion, protesters and supporters of the ruling gathered at the high court's building in Washington, D.C., and in other cities nationwide.
Conservative MPs free to attend 'freedom' protests this summer: Bergen
With the nation's capital bracing for anticipated anti-mandate 'freedom' movement protests during Canada Day weekend, interim Conservative Leader Candice Bergen says her MPs are free to attend.
With war, Kyiv pride parade becomes a peace march in Warsaw
Ukraine's largest LGBTQ rights event, KyivPride, is going ahead on Saturday. But not on its native streets and not as a celebration.
Biden signs landmark gun measure, says 'lives will be saved'
U.S. President Joe Biden on Saturday signed the most sweeping gun violence bill in decades, a bipartisan compromise that seemed unimaginable until a recent series of mass shootings, including the massacre of 19 students and two teachers at a Texas elementary school.
Norway shaken by attack that kills 2 during Pride festival
A gunman opened fire in Oslo's nightlife district early Saturday, killing two people and leaving more than 20 wounded in what the Norwegian security service called an 'Islamist terror act' during the capital's annual LGBTQ Pride festival.
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'It just made my heart warm': Winnipeg bus driver's act of kindness captured on video
An act of kindness from a Winnipeg bus driver is being shared by a passenger who says it warmed his heart to witness.
Have you seen this artwork? 'Invaluable' high school student display stolen in Coquitlam, B.C.
Mounties in Coquitlam are appealing to the public for help tracking down two pieces of artwork that were allegedly stolen from a high school art display.
Self-sustaining ‘earthship’ home in Manitoba up for grabs on Kijiji
An out-of-this-world, rural Manitoba home is up for grabs offering buyers a chance to live in a self-sustaining, off-grid oasis.
Rare Disney collectibles for sale at online auction based in B.C.
Disney fans may be able to find a deal at an online auction of rare collectibles based in British Columbia.
Cat owner responsible for unauthorized vet bills after pet taken in by shelter: B.C. tribunal
A Metro Vancouver pet owner won't get all of her money back after being billed for veterinary care she didn't approve of while her cat was in an animal shelter.
Landmark Winnipeg Canada Day celebrations rebranding to 'New Day at The Forks' draws mixed response
Instead of the traditional Canada Day party, The Forks is planning a reimagined 'New Day' event this July 1 – a move that has been met with support and criticism in Winnipeg.
Prolonged sitting is bad for your health but there's a way to mitigate the risk, study finds
Sitting more than eight hours a day can increase the risk of heart disease and early death by 20 per cent, according to a new study co-authored by a B.C. professor.
Ontario student warns about losing debit card after $14,000 lands on RBC account
An Ontario student is warning people of the risk that comes with failing to report a lost debit card after $14,000 in fraudulent deposits landed in her RBC account.
Residential school closures didn't end cycle of assimilation, says 'Millennium Scoop' survivor as lawsuit approved
The certification of a class-action lawsuit on behalf of off-reserve Indigenous children who were taken from their families and placed in non-indigenous care gave Cheyenne Stonechild a long-awaited sense of validation.
