Ottawa's Most Annoying 2025 Stories: Sidewalks to Hockey
From a controversial sidewalk in Manor Park to forced office returns and transit chaos, columnist Brigitte Pellerin lists the top local irritants that plagued Ottawa in 2025.
From a controversial sidewalk in Manor Park to forced office returns and transit chaos, columnist Brigitte Pellerin lists the top local irritants that plagued Ottawa in 2025.
Nova Scotia's Trevor Redmond, known as the 'Fellow in Yellow,' has successfully completed his monumental run across Canada. Read about his incredible journey and achievement.
Atlético Ottawa's historic CONCACAF Champions Cup match vs. Nashville SC is relocated to Hamilton due to Lansdowne 2.0 construction. Superfans prepare for a 500km journey.
Residents in Dartmouth, N.S., are taking legal action to close the off-leash dog area in Shubie Park, citing ongoing concerns. Learn about the dispute and its potential impact on the community.
A section of Vancouver's iconic Stanley Park seawall is closed after a rock and mud slide. Officials are assessing the damage and public safety is the priority. Stay updated on the closure.
Vancouver police are searching for a driver who fled after striking and killing an 81-year-old woman on Rupert Street. The vehicle is a dark grey 1990s Volkswagen Golf.
A Sherwood Park Mall Santa Claus was removed from his post after slapping a toddler's hand for pulling his beard. The mall has apologized and hired a replacement. Read the full story.
A section of Vancouver's Stanley Park seawall is closed after a slide Sunday night between Prospect Point and Third Beach. Park officials urge the public to avoid the area.
The Ottawa community remembers retired Carleton University professor Katherine Graham for her deep community engagement and infectious sense of humour. Tributes pour in.
The B.C. Supreme Court has ruled Vancouver can continue removing trees in Stanley Park due to a moth infestation, dismissing a preservation society's challenge. Read the full ruling details.
Beaver Hills House Park and Michael Phair Park in downtown Edmonton are now open to the public following significant renovations. Discover the refreshed green spaces in the city core.
A 43-year-old Lansdowne woman faces a first-degree murder charge after OPP discovered her 73-year-old mother's body during a wellness check. The investigation continues.
Toronto officials confirm the smoldering Thorncliffe Park condo fire, detected in November, is finally out. Get the latest details on the response and aftermath.
A stubborn fire that ignited in Toronto's Thorncliffe Park over two weeks ago has been declared out by officials. Get the full story on the incident and response.
Canadians aged 16+ will pay a new US$100 fee to visit top U.S. national parks like Yellowstone and Yosemite starting Jan. 1, 2026. Learn about the annual pass and how Trump's policies are driving the change.
The 35th annual Santa Shuffle 5K fundraiser saw a massive turnout at Lansdowne Park, with participants donning holiday costumes for a festive run through the capital. Join the community spirit!
The U.S. National Park Service has overhauled its free admission schedule for 2025, adding former President Donald Trump's birthday. Discover the new dates and what it means for park visitors.
A new steam locomotive has joined Heritage Park's collection, taking its first public run after nearly six decades. Discover the history and significance of this Calgary attraction's latest addition.
Windsor police are asking for public help to find drivers involved in two separate hit-and-run collisions with pedestrians on December 2. Both victims sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
Mounties are searching for a black truck involved in an aggressive hit-and-run that set a vehicle on fire in St. Albert. Police released an image of the suspect vehicle.
Get ready for winter thrills! WinSport's Servus Tube Park at Canada Olympic Park opens December 20, 2025. Tickets are now available for purchase. Plan your snowy adventure in Calgary.
Police are searching for a driver from Quebec after a pedestrian was injured in a hit-and-run in Toronto's Harbourfront. The incident occurred on December 1, 2025.
Toronto officials are set to provide an update on the stubborn fire still burning at two condos in Thorncliffe Park, which has displaced residents. Get the latest details.
A driver has been charged following a hit-and-run collision on Calgary's Blackfoot Trail. Get the latest details on the incident and police investigation.
Waterloo Regional Police are asking for public assistance to identify a driver involved in a hit-and-run incident. Anyone with information is urged to contact authorities immediately.
TransLink is seeking public feedback on four proposed seasonal bus routes to popular parks like Belcarra and Golden Ears, aiming to ease parking congestion. Have your say by December 19.
Construction on Ottawa's Lansdowne 2.0 project begins November 30, 2025, facing a divided public response. Discover the details and what's next for the city's major redevelopment.
Toronto police have charged a man in connection with a fatal hit-and-run incident in Scarborough that left a pedestrian dead in May 2025. Learn the latest developments.
The City of Ottawa announces Lansdowne 2.0 construction beginning next week, marking a major urban redevelopment project that will transform the city's landmark entertainment district.
A pedestrian suffered life-threatening injuries in a Vancouver hit-and-run crash. Vancouver Police are investigating the incident that occurred on November 28, 2025.