Ottawa: Local News, Weather & Traffic Updates

Air quality warning lifted as wildfire smoke lingers over Ottawa

A yellow warning – air quality was issued for the Ottawa-Gatineau area today, warning smoke would cause poor air quality and reduced visibility.

Driver extricated after vehicle falls into ditch off Hwy. 417 early Sunday

Princess Kate lauds Ottawa's Dabrowski for returning to Wimbledon final after cancer treatment

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What is sleep apnea? Ottawa sleep expert discusses symptoms and treatment

Canada Day storm a 1 in 200-year weather event with 167 mm of rain in some areas: City of Ottawa

‘Helps to keep everybody safe’: Beachburg Fair increases security following late-night issues

Nearby businesses seeing boost from Ottawa Bluesfest crowds

Toronto’s Salsa on St. Clair festival cancelled as police chief calls fatal shooting ‘unacceptable’

‘Final preparations’ underway for O-Train East Extension trial running: OC Transpo

Councillor wants Ontario government to protect Kanata golf club from housing development

Driver in rental car stopped speeding 178 km/h on Hwy. 417 in Ottawa

City of Ottawa eyes new aquatic sports centre at Carleton University

Do not bring grenades to police stations, OPP advise, after resident brings one to Ottawa detachment

Applications for federal public service jobs drop by almost 30 per cent

Cord blood donations: What are they and how do they work?

City of Ottawa did not inform public about fireworks display for ‘public safety’ reasons

Hot and humid weather to return to Ottawa on Sunday

Help for Ottawa floods coming ‘sooner rather than later’: Flack

More than $460,000 donated to restore 24 Sussex Drive

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2026 Calgary Stampede parade in photos

The 2026 Calgary Stampede parade on July 3, 2026, was welcomed by thousands of people lined up and down the route, all eager to watch the marching bands, horses, performers and floats roll on by in the hot summer sun.

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What happens to your health and dental benefits when you leave your job?Opens in new window

Whether you're retiring after years in the workforce, stepping away from a job, or starting a business of your own, one thing these transitions have in common is that your workplace health and dental benefits won't follow you.