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The history of the founding, language and trades of Orléans

Apr 16, 2026

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7 min read

The history of the founding, language and trades of Orléans

Before Orléans was a part of Ottawa, before it was known for its suburbs, cultural scene, vibrant bilingualism and local economy, it was a place of farmland, French language and culture, and a unique local pride.

Sarah MacFarlane-Youngdale

Orleans

Province keeps school trustees but limits their role as Ottawa board remains under supervision

Apr 14, 2026

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10 min read

Province keeps school trustees but limits their role as Ottawa board remains under supervision

When voters head to the ballot box in this fall’s municipal election, they will still have a chance to elect trustees to advocate for the English Catholic and public school boards. But it remains unclear when — or if — those trustees will actually be able to govern.

Charlie Senack

Ottawa East

Mar 18, 2026

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10 min read

Where Ottawa is building next

Ottawa is building for the future.

Charlie Senack

Orleans

Feb 10, 2026

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7 min read

Orléans at the voting booth

When voters head to the polls in this fall's municipal election, Orléans East Cumberland will be a key race to watch for many reasons.

Charlie Senack

Orleans

Feb 10, 2026

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9 min read

Orléans community and councillor continue fight for reliable transit

Orléans East–Cumberland Coun. Matthew Luloff said frustration with transit service is one of the most common complaints he hears from residents.

Charlie Senack

Orleans

Feb 5, 2026

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17 min read

City Hall Insider: zoning & CRRRC

It was a busy few weeks, and a busy council meeting, as council members received an update on the controversial purchase of a property in the east end slotted for use as a waste management facility.

Sarah MacFarlane-Youngdale

Neighbourhood news in Orléans, Gloucester, Vanier, Cumberland and Ottawa East

The history of the founding, language and trades of Orléans

Province keeps school trustees but limits their role as Ottawa board remains under supervision

Where Ottawa is building next

Orléans at the voting booth

Orléans community and councillor continue fight for reliable transit

City Hall Insider: zoning & CRRRC

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