Public safety
Housing
+3
Sep 21, 2026
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6 min read
Housing, transit, and safety key topics at Carleton University Mayoral debate
Three candidates shared their vision for how they'd approach being mayor on some of the biggest topics facing the city
Downtown
+6
Sep 15, 2026
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10 min read
How Somerset candidates would tackle safety, homelessness and the toxic drug crisis
The five candidates running in Ward 14 are each making the case for how they would approach a community that is both one of Ottawa’s most vibrant and one of its most complex.
Police
+4
Mar 4, 2026
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6 min read
Should OC Transpo special constables have provincial powers?
In response to provincial legislation, Coun. Stephanie Plante tabled a motion that would allow transit special constables to issue provincial fines for public consumption of illegal substances.
Downtown
+2
Aug 18, 2025
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7 min read
Bright colours, big promises: Can ‘Uncommon Spaces’ revive Downtown Ottawa?
Uncommon Space has recently opened in Centretown. The local business improvement association hopes it will help make downtown an arts and culture hot spot.
Police
+3
May 12, 2025
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5 min read
Should police have a presence in Ottawa schools? This trustee thinks so
An OCDSB trustee wants to see the school student resources officer program reinstated
Downtown
+2
Apr 16, 2025
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4 min read
Centretown businesses report increased crime
A man has been arrested after Centretown business break-ins.
Crime
+4
Apr 7, 2025
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5 min read
Ottawa Police respond to two homicides over the weekend
That puts the total up to five in a week
