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Councillors debate buying more diesel buses to help reliability

In November, OC Transpo confirmed it delivered 97.8 per cent of its planned trips over a 12-month period, which was less than the 99.5 per cent target that was set. This, the transit organization said, is largely due to the lack of buses in service.

As renovictions accelerate in Vanier, one land trust tries to hold the line

The Ottawa Community Land Trust works to preserve and increase affordable housing in the city in three ways.

What will cost you more in 2026

As the old calendar comes off the wall and a new one is hung in its place, residents’ finances will also see a reset.

2025 in review

Why the Infinity Convention Centre homicides remain unsolved two years later

The party was in full swing and guests were having the time of their lives when gunfire rang out at a wedding held at the Infinity Convention Centre on Sept. 2, 2023.

A 'transformative year', Sutcliffe looks back at 2025

The Ottawa Lookout sat down with Mayor Mark Sutcliffe to discuss some of the biggest stories of 2025 and to look ahead to 2026.

Searching for something bigger: Ottawa churches report ‘massive’ rise in young people attending worship

A trend is emerging among Ottawa churches, and it’s one that has caught most priests and pastors by surprise.

Changing times: Will a heritage designation attract more people to the ByWard Market?

In recent years, numerous initiatives have been introduced to revitalize the area; the latest seeks to establish the Market as a heritage site.

City council approves the 2026 budget — tax increases and all

Ottawa City Council has approved its 2026 municipal budget, setting a $5.2 billion operating plan and a $1.92 billion capital budget, which will result in a 3.75 per cent property tax increase.