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A local program that brings together businesses committed to sustainable operations welcomed four new members to its group this week. The City of Ottawa, Hydro

Council approves ByWard Market makeover

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The ByWard Market will soon get a fresh look after city councillors unanimously approved a “revitalization” plan for the neighbourhood. But a car-free ByWard Market

Sens deflect city’s transit fee requests

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The Sens aren’t hopping on board a city plan to roll transit into the price of hockey and event tickets. OC Transpo managers were asked

New city manager wants Ottawa on ‘solid financial footing’

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It was only his second day on the job, but Ottawa’s new city manager already had his eyes on next year’s budget. Steve Kanellakos said

George Street a step closer to $1M overhaul

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Ottawa city councillors want to revamp the ByWard and Parkdale markets, starting with a $1-million overhaul of the George Street Plaza. The finance and economic

Finance committee approves tweaked LRT design

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First, the city disagreed with the National Capital Commission on a western light rail transit plan. Then, a church congregation railed against their agreed-upon route.

Downtown student residence towers do not need parking: planning committee

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A pair of 26-storey student apartment towers in downtown Ottawa may be built without resident parking and not everyone is happy about it. An Ottawa

Community groups oppose Richmond Road drive-thru

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Ottawa community associations are joining the chorus of opposition to a drive-thru at the corner of Richmond Road and Island Park Drive. The Federation of

Ottawa council approves pet shop ban on commercially bred dogs, cats

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There will be no more doggies in pet shop windows after councillors voted to ban the sale of commercially bred puppies and kittens on Wednesday.

Ottawa city council votes to legalize Uber

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City council has voted to make Uber legal in Ottawa. Beginning Sept. 30, ride-sharing companies such as Uber and Lyft will be able to operate