Key takeaways The Capital Pride parade is back this Sunday after its cancellation last year. A local pro-Palestinian group caused last year’s disruption, halting the event mid-march. Organizers express high confidence, citing thorough planning and enhanced security measures. Increased police presence is a proactive step to ensure public safety and an uninterrupted celebration. The Capital Pride parade is making its …
A new mega indoor waterpark is coming to Ottawa, featuring a hotel, family entertainment, and large waterslides. Learn what's planned for Stittsville.
Key takeaways All top five safest cities in North America are Canadian, with Quebec City ranking first. Six Canadian cities appear in the top 10 safest cities across North America. Numbeo’s safety index is based on continuous crowdsourced resident perceptions over five years. The index considers general crime, perceived safety day/night, and concerns about specific property and violent crimes. Five …
Key takeaways Downtown Ottawa and Gatineau will have restricted street access; use free transit. Specific shopping areas like the Glebe and ByWard Market will be open, but most other retailers are closed. Main celebrations are at LeBreton Flats; local events are also happening in the Upper Ottawa Valley. National museums offer free admission, a great alternative for family fun or …
An internal video that was never meant for the public has thrown a hard light on a problem inside the Ottawa Police Service — and Chief Eric Stubbs isn’t softening it. In a roughly seven-minute message sent to all members of the force in May, Stubbs laid out a pattern of behaviour he says has been happening far too often: …
The Ottawa Senators have made a blockbuster NHL trade, sending captain Brady Tkachuk to the Florida Panthers for a massive haul of draft picks. Find out what this means for the Sens and the future of Ottawa hockey!
If you’ve got a Euro trip on your 2026 mood board, there’s a new checkpoint waiting for you—and it’s not just a stamp. Europe is switching on a two-part security overhaul that’ll change how Canadian travellers enter, exit, and even book flights. First up, the Entry/Exit System (EES) lands by April 10 across 29 European countries. Think electronic kiosks, facial …
