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Ottawa 67's address all positions and grab two local players in OHL draft

https://ottawacitizen.com/sports/hockey/junior-hockey/ottawa-67s-local-players-ohl-draft

Published: June 13, 2026 22:42

The organization picked nine forwards, four defencemen and two goalies.

Thunderstorm watch in effect for Ottawa and Gatineau

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/thunderstorm-watch-in-effect-for-ottawa-and-gatineau

Published: June 13, 2026 22:23

The notice from Environment Canada said wind gusts could reach 90 km/h and hail could be up to the size of two-dollar coins.

All Highway 417 lanes near Pinecrest/Greenbank overpass to reopen by June 22, memo says

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/highway-417-lanes-reopen-june-22

Published: June 13, 2026 21:57

Overnight lane reductions will be required June 20-21 to meet the accelerated target for completion, the city advises.

85-year-old woman now has five university degrees, and she's still going

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/woman-85-fifth-university-degree

Published: June 13, 2026 21:14

Ann Laubstein "didn't mind being the oldest person" in her Carleton University classrooms. She's planning to sign up for more.

Man, 18, arrested in Rideau Centre with replica gun, knife

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/man-arrested-with-replica-gun

Published: June 13, 2026 18:21

Police say 'several people' called 911 to report seeing the fake weapon

How the Ottawa Humane Society hopes to help low-income pet owners

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/ottawa-humane-society-veterinary-clinic-low-income

Published: June 13, 2026 08:00

Some pet owners have no other option other than to surrender their pets to a shelter. Low-cost preventive care can change that, vets say.

Telling Ottawa commuters to be patient is a bit much | Letters to the Editor

https://ottawacitizen.com/opinion/telling-ottawa-commuters-to-be-patient-is-a-bit-much-letters-to-the-editor

Published: June 13, 2026 08:00

Please bring back old website, OC Transpo OC Transpo what have you done with your website? I am 75 years old and not computer savvy. When I went to your website this week, the travel planner and route schedules have changed. Previously I was able to see…

Ottawa 67's take Andrew Laurin with 18th pick in the OHL Priority Selection

https://ottawacitizen.com/sports/hockey/junior-hockey/ottawa-67s-take-andrew-laurin-with-18th-pick-in-the-ohl-priority-selection

Published: June 13, 2026 02:30

The Ottawa 67’s ignored a position of need on Friday. They made right-winger Andrew Laurin their first pick in the OHL Priority Selection. Now, GM Jan Egert did say he would take “the best player available” when it came time for him to choose 18th overall…

Ottawa Charge protects three more forwards from PWHL expansion process

https://ottawacitizen.com/sports/hockey/pwhl/ottawa-charge-protects-forwards-pwhl-expansion

Published: June 13, 2026 00:21

The league finalists added Gabbie Hughes, Fanuza Kadirova and Sarah Wozniewicz to their protected list on Friday.

Mutchmor Public School cancels drag storytime event during Pride month

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/local-news/mutchmor-public-school-cancels-drag-storytime-event

Published: June 12, 2026 22:08

A note to families from school administrators cited “questions about curricular alignment" as the reason for the decision.

News of the day: Riverside Hospital briefly locked down for weapon scare; How to stay safe on Ottawa's waters; OC Transpo 'ramping up' recruitment to fill staff shortages

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/local-news/news-of-the-day-riverside-hospital-briefly-locked-down-for-weapon-scare-how-to-stay-safe-on-ottawas-waters-oc-transpo-ramping-up-recruitment-to-fill-staff-shortages

Published: June 12, 2026 20:37

It’s Friday, June 12. Here are the top stories the Ottawa Citizen newsroom is following today. OTTAWA HOSPITAL’S RIVERSIDE CAMPUS BRIEFLY LOCKED DOWN FOR WEAPON SCARE The hospital says two people are now in custody and the lockdown has been lifted. Read…

Ottawa woman charged with murder in 2025 death of Clarence-Rockland man

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/ottawa-woman-charged-murder-clarence-rockland-man

Published: June 12, 2026 20:08

Jessica St. Michael, 37, is the second person charged in the death of Robert Prévost. Earlier, police arrested Luc Décarie, 51, of St-Gabriel-de-Brandon, Que.

OC Transpo 'ramping up' recruitment to fill staff shortages

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/oc-transpo-recruitment-staffing-gaps

Published: June 12, 2026 19:14

The transit authority is hoping to recruit 372 bus operators to add to its current fleet of 1,507 drivers.

Ottawa Hospital's Riverside campus briefly locked down for weapon scare

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/ottawa-hospital-riverside-lockdown

Published: June 12, 2026 15:30

The hospital says two people are now in custody and the lockdown has been lifted.

Ottawa's infrastructure spending gap is a double XL problem | Opinion

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Published: June 12, 2026 14:00

Every mayoral candidate should take a position on how to pay for repairing the city's deteriorating roads and sidewalks

Homes: Filling in the 'missing middle' — Townhomes now more popular than ever

https://ottawacitizen.com/life/homes-filling-in-the-missing-middle-townhomes-now-more-popular-than-ever

Published: June 12, 2026 12:35

Housing type is 'the logical solution because they pack more homes into an acre while giving families a front door and a backyard'

After a paddleboarder's death, how to stay safe on Ottawa's waters

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/how-to-stay-safe-out-on-ottawas-waters-this-summer

Published: June 12, 2026 08:00

A dog was found alone on a paddle board on the Ottawa River; the next day, divers recovered a missing paddleboarder. Here's what experts say matters most when it comes to water safety.

Why the Belltown Dome is forcing Ottawa to confront a much bigger problem

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/why-the-belltown-dome-is-forcing-ottawa-to-confront-a-much-bigger-problem

Published: June 12, 2026 08:00

For Alex Cullen, the Belltown Dome is not just a neighbourhood arena on borrowed time. It’s a warning. The president of the Belltown Neighbours Association and former city councillor calls the aging facility in Grandeur Park a “canary in the coal mine” for…

Hurricanes' Staal extends historic goal streak, Carolina wins Game 5 of Stanley Cup Final

https://ottawacitizen.com/sports/hockey/nhl/hurricanes-staal-extends-historic-goal-streak-carolina-wins-game-5-of-stanley-cup-final

Published: June 12, 2026 03:11

Game 6 is Sunday (8 p.m. ET) in Las Vegas.

Public service co-working space in Gatineau closing on Friday

https://ottawacitizen.com/public-service/public-service-co-working-space-gatineau-closing

Published: June 11, 2026 20:50

Five other co–working sites across the National Capital Region will remain open.

News of the day: 4,000+ public servants approved for early-retirement; Why is OC Transpo installing natural gas generators for a zero-emission bus project?; Where to find the best Ottawa patios for beer lovers

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/local-news/news-of-the-day-june-11

Published: June 11, 2026 20:46

It’s Thursday, June 11. Here are the top stories the Ottawa Citizen newsroom is following today. MORE THAN 4,000 PUBLIC SERVANTS SO FAR APPROVED FOR EARLY-RETIREMENT INCENTIVE; 12 DENIED Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat has launched an online tracker…

$5M threshold for 'Buy Canadian' federal procurement policy still too high, business group says

https://ottawacitizen.com/public-service/5-million-threshold-buy-canadian-federal-procurement-policy-too-high

Published: June 11, 2026 20:37

Parliamentarians were told the government should "de-bundle contracts" so small businesses could compete for "more manageable opportunities."

OC Transpo to offer two free weekends as service shows signs of improving

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/oc-transpo-free-weekends

Published: June 11, 2026 19:41

The transit authority says it is "well-positioned" to handle large-capacity crowds expected for Canada Day and the summer festival season.

These 22 ByWard Market eateries attest to the diversity of downtown dining

https://ottawacitizen.com/life/byward-market-eateries-diversify-downtown-dining

Published: June 11, 2026 15:00

As longtime favourites bow out, a wave of newcomers is pouring in — Peruvian ceviche, squid-ink Georgian dumplings, Vietnamese beef carpaccio, Moroccan tagines and omakase sushi flown in from Japan.

Muggy Ottawa weather conditions expected to cool by weekend

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/ottawa-weather-humidity-june-2026

Published: June 11, 2026 14:11

Things are looking sweaty for the capital, with predictions of two days of humidity that will make the temperature feel like 38 or higher.

Home safety: Carbon monoxide an invisible threat

https://ottawacitizen.com/life/home-safety-carbon-monoxide-an-invisible-threat

Published: June 11, 2026 12:32

‘In the rental market, peace of mind is one of your best marketing tools’

Why is OC Transpo installing natural gas generators for a zero-emission bus project?

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/oc-transpo-natural-gas-generators-buses

Published: June 11, 2026 08:00

The pair of four-megawatt generators are expected to be installed at the 1500 St-Laurent Blvd. garage by September.

First-time e-biker hails no-sweat way to see downtown Ottawa

https://ottawacitizen.com/life/e-bike-ottawa-tour-saxberg

Published: June 11, 2026 08:00

Reporter explored both sides of the Ottawa River on a two-hour e-bike tour led by a prominent resident of the nation's capital

Geez Louise, Canada's new Governor General is a star. But on the other hand… | Letters to the Editor

https://ottawacitizen.com/opinion/geez-louise-canadas-new-governor-general-is-a-star

Published: June 11, 2026 08:00

The Ottawa Citizen's Letters to the Editor, Thursday, June 11, 2026

Second arrest made in Perth homicide case, OPP say

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/second-arrest-perth-homicide

Published: June 11, 2026 00:34

Christo Allison Richards, 34, of Ottawa died after being found with life-threatening injuries at Last Duel Park on April 12.

'Long-range' financial plan OK'd by Ottawa city council

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/ottawa-council-long-range-financial-plan

Published: June 10, 2026 23:45

A treasury staff report highlighted an infrastructure funding gap of $229 million per year since 2017.

News of the day: Parents stunned by school bus attendants cuts; Bill would keep renters cool; Reported coyote attack closes park

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/local-news/news-of-the-day-june-10

Published: June 10, 2026 21:30

It’s Wednesday, June 10. Here are the top stories the Ottawa Citizen newsroom is following today. PARENTS STUNNED AS OCSB CUTS DEVELOPMENTAL EDUCATION SCHOOL BUS ATTENDANTS Parents learned Friday that bus attendants assisting students with special needs…

PWHL expansion is gutting the Ottawa Charge. Ask our reporters how the team recovers

https://ottawacitizen.com/sports/pwhl-expansion-ottawa-charge-live-q-a

Published: June 10, 2026 20:56

On June 11 at noon, Natasha Baldin and Don Brennan will take your questions on the future of the team.

More than 4,000 public servants so far approved for early-retirement incentive; 12 denied

https://ottawacitizen.com/public-service/4000-public-servants-approved-early-retirement

Published: June 10, 2026 20:37

Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat has launched an online tracker detailing the number of early-retirement applications received, confirmed and denied.

Why Jake DeBrusk might be another trade target for Ottawa Senators

https://ottawacitizen.com/ottawa-senators/jake-debrusk-ottawa-senators-trade-target

Published: June 10, 2026 20:30

Jake DeBrusk, 29, who has spent the last two seasons with the Vancouver Canucks, has five years left on a deal that pays him $5.5 million per season

Youth charged with arson after house fire killed three dogs

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/youth-charged-arson-fire-killed-dogs

Published: June 10, 2026 19:56

One person suffered minor smoke inhalation, police said Wednesday.

Bidding window for Château Montebello extended

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/bidding-chateau-montebello-extended

Published: June 10, 2026 18:33

The window for bids to be submitted to purchase the famed Château Montebello will be extended 13 days to June 22.

What are the best Ottawa patios for beer lovers?

https://ottawacitizen.com/life/best-ottawa-patios-beer

Published: June 10, 2026 18:19

Lynn Saxberg highlights her top 10 spots that combine a well-crafted beer with a well–placed patio, preferably with a water view and a friendly vibe.

How the Ottawa Charge can now keep key players through expansion

https://ottawacitizen.com/sports/hockey/pwhl/how-ottawa-charge-can-keep-key-players-expansion

Published: June 10, 2026 17:22

Upcoming phases will offer the Ottawa Charge the chance to protect three more players from expansion.

Parents stunned as OCSB cuts developmental education school bus attendants

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/ocsb-cancels-school-bus-attendants

Published: June 10, 2026 15:00

Parents learned Friday that bus attendants assisting students with special needs during rides to and from school would be cut starting in September.

Orléans park closed after reported coyote attack

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/orleans-park-closed-coyote-attack

Published: June 10, 2026 14:54

The City of Ottawa has temporarily closed Lalande Conservation Park in Orléans after a reported coyote attack.

Playing on Sidney Crosby's line at World Championship "awesome" experience for Senators' Dylan Cozens

https://ottawacitizen.com/ottawa-senators/playing-on-sidney-crosbys-line-at-world-championship-awesome-experience-for-senators-dylan-cozens

Published: June 10, 2026 12:25

Unsatisfied with how the Ottawa Senators' season ended, the 25-year-old forward jetted over to Switzerland in mid May. He had no idea he'd end up on a line with one of the all-time greats.

Will Ottawa ever stop complaining about traffic congestion? | Opinion

https://ottawacitizen.com/opinion/complaining-traffic-congestion

Published: June 10, 2026 09:00

Mohammed Adam: We can’t say we want bad roads fixed, and in the same breadth complain about the inconvenience when the job is being done.

How an Ottawa dancer adapted to life in a wheelchair — with more dancing

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/local-news/how-an-ottawa-dancer-adapted-to-life-in-a-wheelchair-with-more-dancing

Published: June 10, 2026 08:00

Julie Pettigrew created her own low mobility dance program at a new dance studio in Kanata, Devotion Dance Company.

What's the hidden danger of a hot home? McKenney wants Ontario to act

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/home-heat-dangers-mckenney-bill

Published: June 10, 2026 08:00

A proposed Ontario law would require landlords to keep rental units at or below 26 C during the summer.

All square! Jordan Staal scores twice as Carolina wins Game 4 of Stanley Cup Final

https://ottawacitizen.com/sports/staal-scores-twice-carolina-wins-game-4

Published: June 10, 2026 03:23

Game 5 is Thursday (8 p.m. ET) in Raleigh, N.C.

Girl struck by vehicle in Blackburn Hamlet

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/girl-struck-blackburn-hamlet

Published: June 9, 2026 23:44

Her injuries were non-life-threatening and she was transported to hospital in stable condition

Crossbow bolt found lodged in Orléans home

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/crossbow-bolt-found-lodged-in-orleans-home

Published: June 9, 2026 21:01

The incident appeared to have occurred overnight between June 7 and 8, Ottawa police reported.

Police looking for witnesses after assault on Michael Cowpland Drive

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/assault-michael-cowpland-drive

Published: June 9, 2026 21:01

At about 3 p.m. on Saturday, June 6, the victim was assaulted after being approached by a man riding a black mountain bike, Ottawa police said

News of the day: Public service unions slam government plan to reduce pension contributions; Less protection from the elements at TD Place; Senators owner part of 'all-star' bid for Château Montebello

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/local-news/news-of-the-day-public-service-unions-slam-government-plan-to-reduce-pension-contributions-less-protection-from-the-elements-at-td-place-senators-owner-part-of-all-star-bid-for-chateau-montebel

Published: June 9, 2026 20:41

It’s Tuesday, June 9. Here are the top stories the Ottawa Citizen newsroom is following today. PUBLIC SERVICE UNIONS SLAM GOVERNMENT PLAN TO REDUCE PENSION CONTRIBUTIONS Legislation mandates that public service pensions be coordinated with the CPP and QPP…

How the Ottawa Senators can begin setting table for 2026-27 season over next three weeks

https://ottawacitizen.com/ottawa-senators/begin-setting-table-season-next-weeks

Published: June 9, 2026 19:24

Sources say Steve Staios was busy meeting with NHL executives and speaking with player agents to see what might be available.

What to look for from the Ottawa 67's at this weekend's OHL draft and going into next season

https://ottawacitizen.com/sports/hockey/junior-hockey/ottawa-67s-weekend-ohl-draft-explainer

Published: June 9, 2026 16:29

Draft of eligible 16- and 15-year-old players is being held in person for the first time since 2000, in Kingston on Friday and Saturday.

Where you can watch the FIFA World Cup in Ottawa

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/watch-fifa-world-cup-2026-ottawa

Published: June 9, 2026 16:02

Pubs, bowling alleys and even movie theatres across the city are preparing to host watch parties for the international tournament.

Pride flag cut down in rural west Ottawa, police launch hate-crime investigation

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/pride-flag-cut-down-ottawa-police

Published: June 9, 2026 15:43

Ottawa police are investigating a suspected hate-motivated incident after a Pride flag was cut down on Corkery Road.

Houseworks: Organic ways to keep mosquitoes away

https://ottawacitizen.com/life/houseworks-organic-ways-to-keep-mosquitoes-away

Published: June 9, 2026 12:22

Mosquito control is more about management than toxins. Change the conditions around your house and you’ll get it closer to something you can enjoy this summer

A heated debate about Ottawa diner's spice preference | Letters to the Editor

https://ottawacitizen.com/opinion/a-heated-debate-about-ottawa-diners-spice-preference-letters-to-the-editor

Published: June 9, 2026 08:00

The Ottawa Citizen's letters to the editor, Tuesday, June 9, 2026

Public service unions slam government plan to reduce pension contributions

https://ottawacitizen.com/public-service/public-service-unions-slam-government-plan-to-reduce-pension-contributions

Published: June 9, 2026 08:00

Legislation mandates that public service pensions be co-ordinated with the CPP and QPP to equal two per cent for each year of service

Are Ontario's municipal campaign spending limits too low?

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/municipal-campaign-spending-limits

Published: June 9, 2026 08:00

Limits make it 'nearly impossible' for challengers to compete with incumbents, says campaign professionals' association

SIU clears Ottawa police officer after man broke nose at hospital

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/siu-clears-ottawa-police-officer-2

Published: June 9, 2026 01:01

On Feb. 20, an Ottawa Police Service officer apprehended a 26-year-old man under the Mental Health Act, the provincial police watchdog said

Fans searched for cover at TD Place. Soon, there will be less of it.

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/roof-ottawa-redblacks-lansdowne-2-0

Published: June 8, 2026 23:14

The weather can have a direct impact on attendance, particularly in the CFL where many fans buy tickets shortly before kickoff

News of the day: How the Rideau Street sinkhole changed a man's life; Company calling on Canada to keep Asterix resupply ship; Parks Canada notifies staff of impending job cuts

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/local-news/news-of-the-day-june-8

Published: June 8, 2026 20:38

It’s Monday, June 8. Here are the top stories the Ottawa Citizen newsroom is following today. THE MASSIVE RIDEAU SINKHOLE WAS 10 YEARS AGO. IT CHANGED ONE MAN’S LIFE. Ottawa is sinkhole country. A decade later, we still live with the mysterious holes that…

Senators mailbag: What position should Ottawa draft with its 2026 first-round pick?

https://ottawacitizen.com/ottawa-senators/senators-mailbag-what-position-draft-first-round-pick

Published: June 8, 2026 19:18

With the NHL Draft just weeks away, we discuss how the Senators can address organizational needs with the 32nd pick and more.

Senators owner Andlauer part of 'all-star' bid for Château Montebello

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/senators-owner-andlauer-chateau-montebello

Published: June 8, 2026 18:59

The Fairmont Château Montebello was put up for sale in 2024 after its previous owners were forced to sell off their real estate holdings.

The Ottawa Charge is entering a 'retool' phase. Here's why that may be a good thing

https://ottawacitizen.com/sports/hockey/pwhl/ottawa-charge-turning-page-good-thing

Published: June 8, 2026 18:54

The Ottawa Charge is losing its highest-paid contracts to expansion, but this could be what the team needs to kickstart a retool

Stop spending more on OC Transpo when roads need fixing | Opinion

https://ottawacitizen.com/opinion/road-repair-oc-transpo

Published: June 8, 2026 15:44

Randall Denley: City Hall spend vastly more time talking about OC Transpo than they do about Ottawa's deteriorating roads. That should change.

The city gardener: Let’s be careful out there!

https://ottawacitizen.com/life/the-city-gardener-lets-be-careful-out-there

Published: June 8, 2026 15:27

From sore muscles to broken bones (and worse), in some ways gardening is a extreme sport

The massive Rideau sinkhole was 10 years ago. It changed one man’s life.

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/rideau-sinkhole-changed-mans-life

Published: June 8, 2026 12:00

Ottawa is sinkhole country. A decade later, we still live with the mysterious holes that sometimes appear.

Company calling on Canadian government to keep Asterix resupply ship

https://ottawacitizen.com/public-service/defence-watch/company-canadian-government-asterix-resupply-ship

Published: June 8, 2026 08:00

Asterix has supported the Royal Canadian Navy since 2018.

Coun. Tim Tierney elected president of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/tim-tierney-president-fcm

Published: June 7, 2026 21:49

To celebrate the "15-year-long journey" to his position, the councillor got an "FCM" tattoo at an Edmonton tattoo parlour

Line 1 had over 400 broken elevators in less than two years: report

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/broken-elevators-oc-transpo

Published: June 7, 2026 20:40

Coun. Marty Carr's inquiry earlier this year asked the Transit Committee to reveal the frequency of unplanned elevator outages in Line 1, 2 and 4 stations

Ottawa Charge alternate captain Emily Clark signs with PWHL Hamilton

https://ottawacitizen.com/sports/ottawa-charge-emily-clark-hamilton

Published: June 7, 2026 18:27

After three seasons in a Charge uniform, Emily Clark joins fellow Ottawa teammate Brianne Jenner in PWHL Hamilton