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Activist Gisèle Lalonde fought for the rights of Franco-Ontarians
Gisele Lalonde, President of SOS Montfort, smiles at a news conference in Ottawa Friday Dec. 7, 2001 after the Ontario court of appeal ruled in favor of the hospital. (CP PHOTO/Tom Hanson)
opinion
By asking farmers to cut emissions, is Ottawa biting the hand that feeds us?
The Editorial Board
canada
Ottawa woman who went missing in 1980 had been living outside Canada, recently died
A close-up of an Ottawa Police officer’s badge is seen on Thursday, April 28, 2022 in Ottawa. A four-decade-old missing persons case has been resolved more than a year after the woman's family made a renewed plea for information.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld
canada
Quebec’s police watchdog begins probe into alleged beating of Senegalese diplomat
Police say there is no threat to the public after two people were found dead inside a home west of Toronto early Wednesday.
canada
More emergency departments across Canada forced to temporarily close because of staff shortages
Ambulances parked by the emergency dept at TorontoWestern Hospital, are photographed on July 14, 2022. Fred Lum/The Globe and Mail. Paramedics can’t leave until a nurse has taken charge of the patient that was brought in by ambulance.
football
Stampeders snap two-game losing streak, defeat Redblacks 17-3
Ottawa Redblacks running back Jackson Bennett (22) tries to leap over Calgary Stampeders defensive back Jonathan Moxey (2) during second half CFL football action in Ottawa on Friday, Aug. 5, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang
opinion
Now that farmers have greater clarity on fertilizer emissions, it’s time to refocus on food security
Tyler McCann
canada
Police arrest driver in early morning Parliament Hill crash
The Peace Tower is seen through the front gates of Parliament Hill in Ottawa in Ottawa on Tuesday, May 2, 2017. Ottawa police arrested a driver after what they describe as an unauthorized vehicle drove into the front gates of Parliament Hill early this morning. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick
opinion
Despite rosy PBO report, Ottawa can’t afford to be complacent about its debt
Konrad Yakabuski
football
Ottawa Redblacks record season’s first win by upsetting Toronto Argonauts 23-13
Ottawa Redblacks wide receiver Terry Williams (81) is defended by Toronto Argonauts kicker Boris Bede (14) while returning the ball during second quarter CFL action, in Toronto on Sunday July, 31, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christopher Katsarov
hockey
Senators, Mathieu Joseph agree to terms on four-year contract extension
Nashville Predators goaltender Juuse Saros (74) makes a save against Ottawa Senators right wing Mathieu Joseph (21) as Predators defenceman Dante Fabbro (57) defends, during second period NHL hockey action in Ottawa, on Thursday, April 7, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang
politics
Ottawa proposes paying $1,337 in compensation for turning in AR-15 rifles under mandatory buyback program
A restricted gun licence holder holds a AR-15 at his home in Langley, B.C. on May 1, 2020. A leading proponent of stricter gun control says allowing owners of recently banned firearms to keep them would make it easier for a different government to reverse the ban in future. In a letter to Public Safety Minister Bill Blair, the group PolySeSouvient urges the Liberal government to implement a mandatory buyback program for all assault-style guns. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jonathan Hayward
canada
No-camping signs put up near Terry Fox statue across from Parliament Hill
A federal sign indicates No Camping in a downtown square next to the Terry Fox statue across from the Parliament buildings, Wednesday, July 27, 2022 in Ottawa. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld
canada
British High Commission in Ottawa to welcome military expert on threat posed by Russia, China in Arctic
FILE PHOTO: Flags of China and Russia are displayed in this illustration picture taken March 24, 2022. REUTERS/Florence Lo/Illustration
politics
Politics Briefing: Parliamentary hearings for Hockey Canada, RCMP head and Rogers start this week
The Peace tower is seen on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on Oct. 5, 2021.
opinion
Can Canada cut emissions without gutting the oil and gas industry? There is no other option
The Editorial Board
canada
Bill Blair, RCMP brass to testify in Ottawa and Halifax on political influence
RCMP Commissioner Brenda Lucki speaks during a news conference in Ottawa, Wednesday October 21, 2020. The inquiry investigating the Nova Scotia mass shooting says it is seeking an explanation from the Department of Justice about why pages of notes from a senior Mountie were missing from the original disclosure. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld
politics
Flight-tracking enthusiasts set up Twitter account to track PM’s plane
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau walks towards his plane in Ottawa as he leaves on a 10-day international trip on Tuesday, June 21, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Paul Chiasson
politics
Conservatives to hold third leadership debate on Aug. 3, still deciding format
The Conservative Party of Canada is pushing ahead with a third leadership debate, telling members to tune in Aug. 3. Conservative leadership hopeful Jean Charest, second right, speaks as Pierre Poilievre, left to right, Patrick Brown, Scott Aitchison, Leslyn Lewis, and Roman Baber look on during the Conservative Party of Canada French-language leadership debate in Laval, Quebec on Wednesday, May 25, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Ryan Remiorz
football
Alouettes move into tie with Argonauts atop East Division with win over Ottawa
Montreal Alouettes quarterback Trevor Harris (7) throws a pass during first half CFL action against the Ottawa Redblacks in Ottawa on Thursday, July 21, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick
politics
Canada lacks clear funding, overall plan to commemorate treaty anniversaries with First Nations, document says
The flag flies at half mast on the Peace Tower near the Three Watchmen statue, created by hereditary chief of the Staast'as Eagle Clan James Hart, is seen near Parliament Hill in Ottawa, Wednesday June 2, 2021.Many First Nations are preparing to mark significant anniversaries of their treaty relationships with the Crown in the next several years but Ottawa has no plan to commemorate the treaties, according to a government briefing document. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld
opinion
Squabbling over the federal-provincial split in funding won’t fix the health system
André Picard
property report
West Ottawa housing development aims to attract industry, office, retail
aerial view of Kanata, Ontario, viewing the Marshes Golf Course and surrounding area.
british columbia
Ottawa to provide $870-million to support B.C. flood, landslide recovery efforts
Collapsed sections of bridges destroyed by severe flooding and landslides on the Coquihalla Highway north of Hope, B.C., are seen in an aerial view from a Canadian Forces reconnaissance flight on November 22, 2021. Canada's emergency preparedness minister Bill Blair says Ottawa is providing $870 million, with more to come, to support recovery efforts after destructive flooding in British Columbia last fall. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck
canada
Ottawa convoy protest leader Pat King granted bail
Pat King, one of the organizers of the protest, poses for photos in front of Parliament Hill as truckers and their supporters continue to protest against coronavirus disease (COVID-19) vaccine mandates in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, February 16, 2022. REUTERS/Patrick Doyle
analysis
Tax & Spend: Ottawa stands aside as provinces neuter the carbon tax
Patrick Brethour
politics
Zelensky asks Trudeau to increase pressure on Russia after Canada circumvents sanctions against Kremlin
Supporters of Ukraine hold a rally against the Canadian government’s decision to send repaired parts of a Russian natural gas pipeline back to Germany, on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, on Sunday, July 17, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang
report on business
Ottawa leaves door open for provinces to cut fuel taxes
A yellow Chevrolet Corvette leaves a gas station on Hurontario St. in Collingwood, Ont., on Thursday, June 30, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Andrew Lahodynskyj
politics
Trudeau event at brewery cancelled as apparent convoy protesters set up outside
People driving tractors protest at a scheduled event with Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau that was cancelled in Embrun, Ontario, Canada, July 15, 2022. REUTERS/Patrick Doyle
opinion
Danielle Smith sells a fantasy to the supporters she betrayed years ago
Robyn Urback
travel
What to do in Ottawa this summer: The restaurants, festivals and galleries to visit in 2022
Saw Gallery
tax and spend
Premiers say Ottawa is shortchanging them on health care, but their complaints aren’t based on reality
Premiers mingle during a photo op while at the summer meeting of the Canada's Premiers at the Fairmont Empress in Victoria, Monday, July 11, 2022. Provinces, territories and municipalities across the country have been sent more than $2.85 billion, courtesy of the federal government.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chad Hipolito
hockey
Devils sign two-time Stanley Cup champion Ondrej Palat; Senators lock in Norris
FILE - Tampa Bay Lightning left wing Ondrej Palat (18) controls a puck during the first period of Game 4 of the NHL hockey Stanley Cup Finals against the Colorado Avalanche on June 22, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. person with knowledge of the situation tells The Associated Press on Thursday, July 14, 2022, that the New Jersey Devils agreed to terms with Palat on a $30 million, five-year contract. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)
canada
Ottawa says it will support First Nations fight against Quebec’s new language law
The Peace tower is seen on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on Oct. 5, 2021. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld
hockey
Gaudreau picks Blue Jackets, Giroux joins Sens, Campbell an Oiler as NHL free agency opens
FILE - Calgary Flames left wing Johnny Gaudreau celebrates his goal on Minnesota Wild goalie Cam Talbot during the second period of an NHL hockey game Thursday, April 28, 2022, in St. Paul, Minn. The Columbus Blue Jackets made the biggest splash, stunning the league by landing Johnny Gaudreau with a seven-year contract for $68.25 million, Wednesday, July 13, 2022.(AP Photo/Craig Lassig, File)
canada
Trudeau says Ottawa wants to make sure health spending delivers ‘tangible results’
Ontario Premier Doug Ford and Quebec Premier Francois Legault share a laugh as British Columbia Premier John Horgan responds to a question from the media on the final day of the summer meeting of Canada's Premiers at the Fairmont Empress in Victoria, B.C., on Tuesday, July 12, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chad Hipolito