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Wildfire smoke could move into Ottawa, eastern Ontario tonight

Wildfires across western Canada will likely bring smoke into Ottawa and eastern Ontario starting on Monday and into Tuesday.

Construction worker injured after shoring wall collapse on Carling Avenue

A construction worker was injured after a shoring wall collapsed at a worksite in Carlington on Monday morning.

Human remains found in Mississippi River in Carleton Place

Ontario Provincial Police are investigating after human remains were discovered in the Mississippi River in Carleton Place on Sunday.

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Media wait for a press conference as Toronto Police investigate a crime scene outside the mansion of Canadian rap mogul Drake in Toronto's Bridle Path neighbourhood, Tuesday, May 7, 2024. Paramedics said a security guard working outside the home was taken to hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries in an overnight shooting. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette)

A person poses for photos among the tulips as they bloom in Commissioner's Park in Ottawa, a week before the opening of the Canadian Tulip Festival, on Saturday, May 4, 2024. (Justin Tang/THE CANADIAN PRESS)

Beautiful Madawaska. (Deanna Ravnsgaard/CTV Viewer)

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What's happening in Ottawa this weekend: May 10-12

CTVNewsOttawa.ca looks at things to do in Ottawa during the Mother's Day weekend.

Spectacular aurora light show to be seen across Canada Friday night

A rare and severe solar storm is expected to bring spectacular displays of the northern lights, also known as aurora borealis, across much of Canada and parts of the United States on Friday night.

Here's what you can buy for $727,000 in 9 Ottawa neighbourhoods

CTVNewsOttawa.ca looks at what you can buy for $727,000 in nine neighbourhoods across the city of Ottawa.

Justin and Hailey Bieber are expecting their first child together

Hailey and Justin Bieber are going to be parents. The couple announced the news on Thursday on Instagram, both sharing a video that showcases Hailey Bieber's growing belly.

6 places to see the tulips in Ottawa-Gatineau this spring

Close to one million tulips are blooming across the national capital region. The National Capital Commission says over 100 arities of tulips have been planted in 120 beds across 30 sites in Ottawa and Gatineau.

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REAL ESTATE

Tiny Home Show showcasing miniature spaces

In the midst of soaring living expenses and spiking interest rates, the dream of owning a traditional home seems to be slipping away for many residents in Ottawa.

Here's how much it costs to rent an apartment in Ottawa

Statistics from Rentals.ca and Urbanation shows the average cost to rent a purpose-built apartment or condominium was $2,159 in April, down from $2,198 in March.

Homebuilders issue warning about proposed $12,000 hike in Ottawa development charges

The Greater Ottawa Home Builders Association warns a $12,000 increase in development charges on new homes will create an unexpected cost for homebuyers planning to buy a new home in Ottawa this year.

Ottawa home prices increase 1.6 per cent in April

Home sales and prices continued to heat up in Ottawa in April as the real estate market showed signs of confidence, according to a new report. Newly released statistics show 1,456 homes and condominiums were sold in Ottawa last month, up 8.9 per cent from April 2023.

Claridge Homes proposes 'Landmark Building' in Ottawa's Centretown neighbourhood

An Ottawa developer has unveiled plans to build a 'Landmark Building,' with a public space, in Ottawa's Centretown neighbourhood, across the street from the Canadian Museum of Nature.

CRIME & COURTS

Montreal man facing charges following contraband drone drop at Millhaven: OPP

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) says a 40-year-old man from Montreal is facing charges following a suspected drone drop of unauthorized items at the Millhaven Institution.

Lowertown stabbing injures man, police investigating

The Ottawa Paramedic Service says a man in his 20s was stabbed Friday evening in Lowertown.

Police investigating single-vehicle crash on Highway 15 in eastern Ontario

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is looking for the person or people who were inside a car that crashed early Saturday morning in the Township of Rideau Lakes, 90 kilometres from Ottawa.

Suspect sought by police after stealing employee's phone from Kanata store

The Ottawa Police Service is asking the public for help in identifying a suspect involved with a theft that happened last month in a store in Kanata.

Ottawa man charged in connection to fatal shooting at Manor Park home

A 20-year-old man is facing a charge of second-degree murder in connection to a fatal shooting during a poker game in Ottawa's Manor Park neighbourhood.

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Air quality advisories are in effect across Western Canada as smoky conditions plague some areas, according to the latest forecasts. Here's where.

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Many foods fall under the category of ultraprocessed foods, depending on their exact ingredients. This type of food has been studied a lot lately, and the results aren’t great.

Steve Buscemi punched in the face while walking in N.Y.C.

Hollywood actor Steve Buscemi has been treated for injuries after being punched in the face while walking in New York City.

No refund for travellers who cancelled flight already scrapped by airline: regulator

Four years on, the controversy over whether airlines owed refunds to passengers after cancelling hundreds of thousands of flights during the pandemic continues to simmer, aggravated by a sluggish, opaque complaints process.

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For her latest column on CTVNews.ca, royal commentator Afua Hagan writes about Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's recent visit to Nigeria, calling it a 'deeply meaningful campaign' that was about aligning their ongoing efforts to foster mental-health awareness and promoting the Invictus Games.

'Terrifying': Manitoba resident speaks on wildfire and evacuation

As a pair of wildfires burn near Flin Flon and The Pas, a number of Manitobans are being told to evacuate their homes.

Ontario's need for nurses, PSWs to top 33K and 50K by 2032: document

Ontario will need 33,200 more nurses and 50,853 more personal support workers by 2032, the government projects — figures it tried to keep secret but were obtained by The Canadian Press.

Jerry Seinfeld speech prompts pro-Palestinian demonstration at U.S. university graduation ceremony

A tiny contingent of Duke University graduates opposed pro-Israel comedian Jerry Seinfeld speaking at their commencement in North Carolina Sunday, with about 30 of the 7,000 students leaving their seats and chanting "free Palestine" amid a mix of boos and cheers.

No concert ticket? No problem — Swifties can still gather at 'Taylgate' in Toronto

Whether you were lucky to nab tickets to one of Taylor Swift's six sold-out Toronto concerts in November or not, a new 'fan experience' hopes to get you into the party spirit.