Finland Pulls Out of Ottawa Mine Ban Pact

Finnish President Alexander Stubb approved the country’s withdrawal from the Ottawa Treaty that bans the use of anti-personnel landmines, citing a “deteriorated security situation.” Finland’s decision will take effect six months after it officially …

From Beirut to Ottawa, Lazzy Lung premiere new lineup at H.O.P.E Volleyball Fest

Advertisement:   Lazzy Lung has a lot to say about music, but unlike many Ottawa bands, he’s been making music for more than a decade in both in Ottawa and Beirut, where he lived for many years before returning to Ottawa in the 2020s. That makes Lazzy Lung …

Ottawa talking to metals giant Rio Tinto about liquidity help amid U.S. tariffs

OTTAWA — Industry Minister Mélanie Joly says the federal government is talking to mining and metals giant Rio Tinto about helping the company with liquidity problems caused by the United States’ global steel and aluminum tariffs. During a visit to Saguenay …

City of Ottawa converts unused office space to temporary housing for asylum seekers

The City of Ottawa has converted unused office space in a downtown building into transitional housing for 140 asylum seekers — just blocks from Parliament Hill. Mayor Mark Sutcliffe says it's the first time the city has converted empty office space …

Ottawa announces funding for emissions reduction projects in Alberta and NWT

Ottawa Canada Day highlights 2025: A Canadian love-in

Thousands gathered at LeBreton Flats Park to celebrate Canada Day with amazing evening of music, dance, and national pride! OTTAWA, ON – Tuesday, July 2 – Thousands gathered at LeBreton Flats Park and tuned in across the country to celebrate Canada Day  …

Edgewood farmers to head to Ottawa to appeal cull following temporary stay order (Nelson)

Photo: Save our Ostriches Facebook page Universal Ostrich Farms Inc. (UOF) will be headed to Ottawa on July 15 to appeal the cull of 400 ostriches after being granted a stay order. Universal Ostrich Farms Inc. (UOF) will be headed to Ottawa on July 15 for …

Update: Beach hazards statement affecting Muskegon and Ottawa counties until Sunday night

At 4:28 a.m. EDT on Sunday, the National Weather Service released an updated beach hazards statement in effect until 11 p.m. EDT for Muskegon and Ottawa counties. The weather service comments, "High wave action, strong currents, and dangerous swimming …

Update: Beach hazards statement for Ottawa County until Sunday evening

At 4:12 a.m. EDT on Saturday, the National Weather Service released an updated beach hazards statement valid from 8 p.m. EDT until Sunday 8 p.m. EDT for Ottawa County. "High wave action, strong currents, and dangerous swimming conditions expected. …

Ottawa announces funding for 5 Alberta carbon capture projects

Calgary·New Natural Resources Minister Tim Hodgson has announced $21.5 million in federal funding for five Alberta projects that aim to lower the cost of capturing and storing carbon dioxide emissions. $21.5M coming from Energy Innovation Program Tim …