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What you need to know for the election: Ottawa

On April 28, Canadians will head to the polls to vote on their new MP and, ultimately, who will form their next federal government.  Here's what...

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Western Québec paints the town red on election night

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In what ended up being an integral part of the Liberal Party’s victory, much of Western Quebec either maintained their incumbents or flipped to elect Liberal candidates, resulting in much of the region being dominated by either the Liberals or the incumbent Bloc Québecois.

Carleton Ravens hire new offensive, defensive coordinators

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There will be some new faces on the sidelines when Carleton University’s football team takes the field next season, as the school’s athletics department announced the hiring of new offensive and defensive coordinators on Wednesday.

Council approves program to accelerate community gardens on city land

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City council has approved a new program for community-led...

Liberals hold Ottawa, flip Carleton in federal election

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It was a long night, but one that resulted...

Naqvi highlights green space, active transportation and LeBreton Flats in latest campaign announcement

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With less than a week until election day, Yasir Naqvi has released a plan for the local economy and community that highlights green spaces, active transportation and the LeBreton Flats project.
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Harden releases downtown revitalization plan, says Carney ‘needs the NDP’

Joel Harden, previously the MPP for Ottawa Centre and currently the NDP candidate for the riding in Monday’s federal election, released his plan this week to revitalize downtown and support its residents. 
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Meet the Liberal candidate looking to oust Pierre Poilievre in Carleton

Carleton, a riding that wraps around Ottawa, is one...

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Eleven candidates register for Osgoode by-election

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With the candidate nomination for the by-election now closed, a total of 11 candidates were certified and will be on the ballot for Osgoode residents when voting day comes ​​on June 16, 2025.

Council approves program to accelerate community gardens on city land

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City council has approved a new program for community-led...

First femicides of 2024, more young males committing gender-based violence suggest ‘crisis point’, says OPS advisor

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With investigations underway into Ottawa’s first two femicides of the year, the advisor on gender-based violence (GBV) to the Ottawa Police Service says she’s closely watching for emerging trends in violence against women and girls as other cities declare GBV epidemics.

Sens Mile, Senators flag returns to Ottawa ahead of playoffs

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The Ottawa Senators flag has been raised and Sens Mile street signs installed downtown as the city prepares to cheer on its home team in the Stanley Cup playoffs for the first time since 2017.

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Bank Street renamed ‘Charge Avenue’ for PWHL team’s playoff run

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Bank Street was officially renamed ‘Charge Avenue’ on Wednesday, as part of a city-wide effort to support the Ottawa Charge’s first postseason appearance in the Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL).

Carleton Ravens hire new offensive, defensive coordinators

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There will be some new faces on the sidelines when Carleton University’s football team takes the field next season, as the school’s athletics department announced the hiring of new offensive and defensive coordinators on Wednesday.

Atlético Ottawa off to quick start in Canadian Premier League season

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Ottawa’s professional soccer team is undefeated through the first...

Sens Mile, Senators flag returns to Ottawa ahead of playoffs

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The Ottawa Senators flag has been raised and Sens Mile street signs installed downtown as the city prepares to cheer on its home team in the Stanley Cup playoffs for the first time since 2017.

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