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.
A decade after legalization, MAID accounts for 1 in 20 deaths in Canada. Proponents cite pent-up demand, while critics warn of lax safeguards and questionable practices.
The University of Oklahoma dismissed a teaching assistant after an investigation found she was 'arbitrary' in failing a student's paper citing the Bible on gender. Explore the clash over academic freedom and DEI.
As Alberta posts 110 km/h signs, Ontario faces calls to review its highway speed limits. Experts weigh safety, efficiency, and modern vehicle capabilities in the ongoing debate.
A CNN debate turned heated over adding Trump's name to the JFK Center, with panelists clashing over legacy, 2020 protests, and historical reckoning. Explore the fiery exchange.
Federal Minister Marc Miller addresses the backlash to his comments on language and fractures within the Quebec Liberal Party. Read the latest developments.
A clever Hellmann's ad campaign uses wordplay to reference the banned 'Go Habs Go' slogan in STM stations, poking fun at Montreal's language debate. Discover how a Toronto ad exec sparked the conversation.
Federal Minister Marc Miller stands by his comments on protecting French in Quebec, emphasizing inclusion of anglophone and Indigenous communities. Read his full response.
Residents in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, are calling for Viola's Place Society homeless shelter to be moved from the downtown area. Learn about the community's concerns and the ongoing debate.
An Edmonton developer's opinion on street parking and infill housing sparks strong resident rebuttal. Read the latest on this local urban planning controversy.
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre plans to force a parliamentary vote on a pipeline agreement through an opposition motion. The move, set for next week, intensifies political debate over energy policy. Read the details.
The 'Wicked: For Good' premiere featuring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande has reignited a complex conversation about body representation and imagery in Hollywood. Explore the details and the ongoing debate.
A proposed $26 million budget increase for Ottawa Police faces opposition, highlighting a deep-seated trust deficit and debate over funding for social services vs. policing.
The Secretary of State for the CRA pushes back against the auditor general's report questioning tax data accuracy. Get the latest on this political dispute and its implications.
Canada's Leaders' Debates Commission is stepping back from managing post-debate scrums, citing complexity. The move shifts responsibility back to parties and media. Read the full story.
A seismic shift in Canada's energy conversation sees public focus turning to economic growth. B.C. expert Don Wright argues affordable energy is key to prosperity, even amid climate goals.
Toronto Police charged two people after pushing back against pro-Palestine protesters outside a Munk Debate featuring Israeli politicians. Read about the clash and the charges laid.
New languages minister Marc Miller sparks Quebec backlash after saying he's 'fed up' with politicized French debate. PM Carney backs him as Legault fumes. Read the latest.
Analysis of how former U.S. President Donald Trump has openly endorsed candidates in Honduras, Poland, and beyond, breaking from historical norms of covert influence. Explore the implications for global democracy.
A new poll reveals public safety is the leading issue for British Columbians. Mayoral candidates in Vancouver and Surrey are responding with new pledges. Read the details.
The 1989 Exxon Valdez disaster casts a long shadow over Canada's northern pipeline discussions. Explore the enduring environmental fears and the debate over oil tanker safety.
A North Vancouver reader argues politicians do a disservice by ignoring oil spill risks, citing Exxon Valdez. Calls for informed pipeline debate in Canada.
Five NDP leadership contenders faced off in Montreal's French-language debate. See how candidates performed on language skills, policy, and fashion statements.
NDP leadership contenders faced their linguistic challenges in a Montreal debate, focusing on Quebec's progressive vote and party revival. Discover their key policy pitches.
Explore how Alberta's role as Canada's economic powerhouse clashes with national energy politics. Discover the province's perspective on pipelines and equalization payments.
Tensions flare in the Manitoba legislature as politicians exchange personal jabs about dietary choices and criminal history, diverting from substantive policy debates.
Watch the first official NDP leadership debate live from Montreal. Five contenders face off in a bilingual format, with key details on the candidates and debate rules.
NDP leadership contenders gather in Montreal for crucial French-language debate ahead of leadership decision. Five candidates vie for party leadership in key test of Quebec appeal.
Quebec's Justice Minister Simon Jolin-Barrette clarifies that Quebec's draft constitution aims to strengthen Canadian federation, not declare independence. Read the full story.
Alberta and BC premiers remain divided on crude pipeline expansion. Get the latest on this ongoing energy debate affecting Western Canada's economic future.