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

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.

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...

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. 

Meet the Liberal candidate looking to oust Pierre Poilievre in Carleton

Carleton, a riding that wraps around Ottawa, is one of the few Conservative-held ridings within the boundaries of the nation's capital, and it’s represented...

Naqvi releases healthcare platform, pitches seniors’ healthcare hub for Ottawa Centre

Yasir Naqvi has released a plan for supporting public healthcare in Ottawa and beyond as he seeks re-election as MP for Ottawa Centre. 

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This Week in Barrie: Week of July 28

  Cart deliveries underway for Wednesday (A&B) collection area Garbage and...

Transitional housing misses the mark in addressing homelessness, says U of O expert

A University of Ottawa professor who specializes in housing, homelessness and community mental health says transitional housing models, including ones like the facility just opened on Queen Street by the City of Ottawa, miss the mark in effectively addressing homelessness.

Sentencing for ‘Freedom Convoy’ leaders Lich, Barber scheduled for Oct. 7

Tamara Lich and Chris Barber, two leaders of the "Freedom Convoy" protest, are scheduled to be sentenced for mischief on Oct. 7 in an Ottawa courtroom.

Barrie Allandale Transit Terminal set to roll into a September opening

Residents will soon be able to use the new...
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