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Alta Vista Coun. Marty Carr talks newcomers, encampments, budget and construction

Alta Vista ward isn't downtown Ottawa, nor is it on the outskirts, but right in between, encompassing a stretch of Bank Street, along the...

In the news in Ottawa

Despite a busy and unpredictable week on Parliament Hill, City Hall has been pretty quiet since council passed the 2025 budget last week. But...

Ottawa mayor pressures feds to commit to funding OC Transpo in wake of Freeland’s resignation

Sutcliffe told Ottawa Compass that Freeland’s resignation is a sign that Ottawa must seek firm commitment for these investments from the feds as soon as possible.

ByWard Market District Authority reflects on last year and the years to come in honour of first birthday

Almost one year ago, local BIAs and municipal authorities amalgamated to create the new ByWard Market District Authority (BMDA), an overseeing body to facilitate...

‘Leave every stone unturned’: Why this city councillor voted against the 2025 Budget

When the 2025 Budget came to city council on Dec. 11, it resulted in a nine-hour meeting as councillors debated the many elements of...

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Nuttall kicks off re-election campaign in Barrie

Mayor Alex Nuttall is ready for round two. On May...

Ottawa Police blotter – week of May 6

On April 25th, 2026, at approximately 12:49 p.m., a...

Lands announced for local conservation board

Barrie is moving ahead with plans to create a...

Barrie adopts zero-tolerance stance on illegal drug activity

Enough is enough. Barrie city council has adopted a zero-tolerance...
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