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Design chosen for new Alexandra Bridge

The National Capital Commission has chosen the design for the new Alexandra Bridge, reaching a major milestone in the redesign and development of the Ottawa-Gatineau bridge’s replacement.

Ottawa inflation rate ticks lower as economists expect further BoC rate cuts

Canada’s annual inflation dropped in December, and both Ontario and the city of Ottawa saw decreases as economists forecast more rate cuts in the future.

Motion for renoviction advocacy and bylaw passes at city council

In the first meeting of the Ottawa city council in 2025, council members passed a motion that would advocate for more tenant protections from renovictions on a provincial level, outlining a path forward for community organizations and residents seeking protection from bad faith evictions.

Ottawa one of 11 municipalities to receive federal funding to address homelessness

The City of Ottawa is receiving federal funding to combat homelessness and encampments after the Canadian government signed deals with nine municipalities in Ontario and two in Saskatchewan to address homelessness.

Barrie police docket for the week of Jan. 20

Reports of underdressed man result in arrest Police responded to reports on Monday of a man who was underdressed for cold weather and standing outside...

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Sens Mile, Senators flag returns to Ottawa ahead of playoffs

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.

Colts hold one-game lead in second round series against Kingston

The Barrie Colts are two games away from punching their ticket to the OHL’s eastern conference final.

Ottawa to host PWHL draft on June 24

The Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) has announced that its 2025 draft will be held in the nation’s capital on June 24.

Barrie seeks funding for key infrastructure to boost housing and jobs: Mayor Alex Nuttall

As federal and provincial governments prepare new rounds of infrastructure funding, Barrie is putting forward a list of priorities focused on unlocking housing supply, attracting jobs, and enriching community life — starting with critical upgrades to the city's wastewater systems.
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