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Last week, a group of Canadian citizens were in Cairo for a symbolic “March to Gaza” in protest of the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. Ottawa resident Afnan Kaid was among them, joining friends for what she said was a non-violent, symbolic gesture of support for Palestine.

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O-Train service on Line 1 fully restored

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Ottawa home sales up in February compared to previous month but down 6 per cent year-to-date

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Ottawa's home builders say the city's modest uptick in...

Council committee to debate bus-only lanes in the Glebe

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O-Train service on Line 1 fully restored

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67’s begin playoffs against Kingston

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Ottawa picks up six points over the weekend while Barrie goes 2 for 3; Brantford still in the lead

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The Barrie Colts dropped a 5-3 decision to the...

67’s back to their winning ways

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