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High-speed rail could be coming to Ottawa. Here’s what we know

The federal government is getting set to announce a new high-speed rail line between Quebec City and Toronto. Plus, no date has been announced for the opening of Ottawa’s Trillium Line.

Charlie Senack

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Oct 30, 2024

Queensway Hospital looks to build urgent care centre on shortlisted sprung structure site

Nepean MPP Lisa MacLeod and Barrhaven councillors are hoping to secure funding for a new urgent care centre for the Queensway Carleton Hospital. It’s a political move to potentially stop a sprung structure from getting built.

Charlie Senack

Oct 28, 2024

Vigil planned to remember Ottawa femicide victim

The Hunt Club community is mourning the loss of 36-year-old Brkti Berhe who was killed at a community park while playing with her children on Thursday.

Charlie Senack

HousingHousing

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Oct 25, 2024

Are old convents the answer to Ottawa’s emergency housing crisis?

Old religious institutions are being used to house people. Plus, the Greenboro Community Centre has been renamed after Diane Deans.

Charlie Senack

Oct 23, 2024

A win for rural Ottawa: Trucks removed from Manotick’s Main Street.

After two decades, transport trucks will no longer be able to take Manotick Main Street for most of the year.

Charlie Senack

Oct 21, 2024

One year since changes were made to Ottawa’s 911 system. What more is needed?

When someone in Ottawa now calls 911, their calls can be transferred anywhere in North America. It’s proven to be a successful tool.

Charlie Senack

Oct 18, 2024

New bylaw could limit demonstrations in certain settings

City council is looking to pass a bylaw that would prohibit protests from being held in vulnerable settings. Plus, new Ontario legislation will create red tape for building bike lanes.

Charlie Senack

Oct 16, 2024

Disability advocates demand a more accessible Ottawa

A Waterloo city councillor is slamming Ottawa for not being an accessible place to live. Plus, fire crews responded to over a dozen blazes over the long weekend.

Charlie Senack

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Oct 14, 2024

Premium

Council looks to move away from Stage 3 light rail with bus rapid transit

There is finally a timeline for when New Ways to Bus is implemented. It will have mixed results for commuters in Nepean. Plus, council is looking to pivot away from light rail.

Charlie Senack

Oct 11, 2024

New Barrhaven location near Woodroffe identified for possible sprung shelter

Two sprung structures are being looked at to house newcomers to Ottawa. Plus, a look at the state of the ByWard Market.

Charlie Senack

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Oct 09, 2024

Outgoing CEO of CHEO Alex Munter Reflects on 13-year legacy

After 13 years, Alex Munter is leaving his CEO role at the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario. The Lookout caught up with Munter on his final day to reflect on his legacy and hopes for the future.

Charlie Senack