Category: City

Ottawa’s First Flurries Tonight: Blink and You’ll Miss ’Em

Ottawa’s getting a quick taste of winter—emphasis on quick. Environment Canada says Wednesday starts wet with 5–10 mm of rain and a high near 6°C. As temps slide to 0°C tonight, that rain could flip to flurries, but it’s a light, hit-or-miss chance (about 30%). What’s next: Thursday: Cloudy with a 70% chance of rain or snow, high around 6°C. …

Ontario Scraps Speed Cameras—Here’s What It Means for Ottawa Drivers

Big change alert: Ontario is repealing automated speed enforcement (ASE) cameras under Bill 56 – Building a More Competitive Economy Act, 2025, effective November 14, 2025. If you’ve been flashed before that date, your ticket still stands—fines will be processed and must be paid even if they arrive after the repeal. What stays and what goes: ASE cameras: Gone after …

Ottawa’s Blue & Black Bin Shake-Up: What Changes on Jan 1, 2026 (And What You Need To Do)

Big change alert for Ottawa households: starting Thursday, January 1, 2026, your blue and black bin recycling won’t be handled by the City anymore. The province is shifting responsibility to the companies that make paper and packaging. Translation: producers are now on the hook for collecting and processing your recycling, and Circular Materials will run the show in Ottawa on …

Ukraine protests: why are civil society activists angry with Zelenskyy?

Ukraine’s president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, has approved a contentious bill that critics say will weaken the country’s fight against corruption. The bill’s passage into law has triggered the first serious protests against his government. What are the protests about? Ukraine’s parliament, the Verkhovna Rada, voted to bring two independent agencies – the national anti-corruption bureau (Nabu) and the specialised anti-corruption prosecutor’s …

Near Ottawa Canada’s Largest New Indoor Water Park: The Ultimate Year Round Adventure Awaits

If you’ve ever dreamed of escaping to a tropical paradise without leaving the Ottawa area, your wish is about to come true. A massive new indoor water park is opening near Ottawa, promising endless fun, relaxation, and excitement for families, thrill-seekers, and anyone craving a splash of summer—no matter the season. What Makes This Water Park a Must-Visit? Why Locals …