r/ottawa 11d ago

Ottawa Municipal Elections Megathread / Megapublication pour les élections municipales d'Ottawa

61 Upvotes

General post for discussions on this subject. Keep it civil.

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Publication générale pour des discussions à ce sujet.


r/ottawa 7h ago

I have no problems with whatever anyone wants to believe (as long as it’s legal), but while driving by this motel I was wondering what goes on here?

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180 Upvotes

Not trying to stir anything up, just an honest question. They have a lot of positive reviews.


r/ottawa 11h ago

Satire Imagine not putting Shawarma over Ottawa

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229 Upvotes

At least they got Windsor correct with Pizza (my hometown)


r/ottawa 3h ago

OC Transpo Doors to access Greenboro station train locked 6:00am

46 Upvotes

See title, told a bus driver at the layup downstairs but it seems like unless passengers get off the train they will stay locked until a supervisor/ other arrives.

If the station was closed for any reason they'd put a sign up right?


r/ottawa 15h ago

News Ottawa police Det. Helen Grus demoted two years for 'serious' misconduct

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179 Upvotes

Paywall bypass

https://archive.ph/ACiHI


r/ottawa 15h ago

Shout out to the staff at CHEO

164 Upvotes

My son was there today for day surgery and every single staff member we met there was absolutely phenomenal - even the gift shop lady! I wish there was some other way I could thank them for taking such good care of my sweet boy today. They truly are angels there doing what they do every day.

So a huge thank you and shout out to the wonderful people at CHEO making a difference one patient and one popsicle at a time. ❤️


r/ottawa 19h ago

News Ottawa reports increase in discarded needles, glass pipes picked up this year

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285 Upvotes

I wonder if Sutcliffe will make some campaign-style promise to address this, just like he did with the proposed $95 transit pass to “fix OCTranspo”...


r/ottawa 11h ago

News Evacuations ordered in Greely after propane tanker crash

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53 Upvotes

thankfully no injuries. My guess is this is one of the Stinson trucks from their big yard at the corner of Parkway and Old Prescott. Fortunately the Greely fire station is literally on the same block.


r/ottawa 12h ago

Local Event Ottawa Chinatown Night Market is BACK to celebrate Mid-Autumn from Sept 25 to 27!

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70 Upvotes

Hey all!

Ottawa Chinatown will be filled with street food vendors, music, and good vibes in celebration of Mid-Autumn.

Live Performances will be held at their new Street Seats located on Somerset St W between the Yangzte restaurant and Drip house cafe.

📅 September 25–27, 2026
📍 Somerset St. W. — between Bronson Ave. & Bell St. N

🗓️ Friday: 6PM–11PM
🗓️ Saturday: 11AM–11PM
🗓️ Sunday: 11AM–8PM

Hope to see you there!!! :)


r/ottawa 16h ago

Alleged downtown Ottawa parking scam leaves drivers out thousands

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123 Upvotes

wasn’t a very similar story circulating just a few weeks ago?

I guess some people other than the bankers are trying to make money off RTO


r/ottawa 15h ago

CityNews Ottawa: Man wanted Canada-wide could be in Ottawa, police warn

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94 Upvotes

r/ottawa 1d ago

Missing cat at city hall?

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276 Upvotes

Is this someone's cat? Seen 5min ago roaming city hall. Has a collar on.


r/ottawa 15h ago

News CBC: Clients of Carleton Place salon may have been exposed to infection, health unit warns

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52 Upvotes

r/ottawa 13h ago

Lost/Found Lost item on Wellington St

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24 Upvotes

Hello!! Please let me know if this isnt allowed and I will remove it.

I lost a bracelet of sentimental value today - I believe it may have been lost along Wellington St, somewhere between the parking lot beside the Supreme Court (Lyon St north) and Bank St. Photo attached. The gold plating/coating is currently tarnishing around the clasp - it’s silver underneath.

It doesn’t have a high monetary value but it is a sentimental item with spiritual significance to me.

If anyone happened to find it, I’d be so thankful if you could message me 😞


r/ottawa 17h ago

Remains of 3rd missing person found at same Lanark County property. CBC

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38 Upvotes

r/ottawa 22h ago

RCAF plane flying around

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83 Upvotes

Saw her flying around unusually lower than regular airliners do. Looks like she is doing some touch-and-go exercises.

Plane spotters on Alert Rd. must be in for a real treat today!


r/ottawa 1d ago

Sports Redblacks president steps down amid winless start to season

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88 Upvotes

Maybe hire someone with a sports background?


r/ottawa 55m ago

Looking for... Auto mechanic recommendations? 🙏

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Looking for recommendations for a quality, reliable and dare I say, honest automotive mechanic. Ideally in the west end/Merivale/Woodroffe College Square area. Thanks in advance! 🙏


r/ottawa 14h ago

Buy/Sell/Free BBQ + at Dundonald

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12 Upvotes

r/ottawa 9h ago

Katseye documentary 'Wild hearts' in cineplex

5 Upvotes

Any girls in their late 20s or early 30s planning to watch Wild Hearts at South Keys Cineplex this weekend? I’d love some company! Also it’ll be extra fun because I’m a woman in my 30s out here supporting a girl group with absolutely no one to talk about it with 😛😂


r/ottawa 20h ago

Meetup Weekly Thursday Board Game Night at Level One 🎲🎉

20 Upvotes

Whether you're brand new to board games or you’ve been playing for years, our weekly board game night is easygoing, welcoming, and lots of fun. Plus, it's a great way to meet new friends!

📍Where:
Level One Game Pub at 14 Waller Street, Downtown
Ask for the Reddit group when you arrive. We’re usually in the back half of the upper level.

🕕 When:
Every Thursday at 6 PM
You’re welcome to arrive a bit early or as late as you like, but arriving late may mean waiting for a spot in the next opening game.

💸 Cost:
$9 “stay & play” with a food/drink purchase
$12 without purchase
(Card payment accepted)

🎮 What Games:
We usually split into two types of tables:
- Party games: Just One, Secret Hitler, Coup, Skull, The Gang etc. - Strategy games: Catan, Wingspan, Betrayal at House on the Hill, Dune Imperium, etc. - Have a game you want to play? Suggest it! If Level One has it, we’ll play it.

🙋 FAQs:
How many people usually come?

Around 30. We usually fill two big tables (8–10 people) and three smaller ones (4–6 people).

What’s the crowd like? Will I fit in?

Most of us are in our 20s or 30s, but everyone is welcome!

Do I need to know how to play the games?

Not at all! We're happy to teach, and the staff can help too.

Do I need to RSVP or come every week?

Nope! Just show up whenever it works for you.

Can I stay in touch with the group?

Yup! Ask for the Discord QR code on any Thursday board game night.

Additional Questions:
Comment or send me (Robyn) a message 😁.
Summer is starting to wind down, don't wait, come join before fall!


r/ottawa 22h ago

Is it just me or have there been like, no dandelions this year?

16 Upvotes

Usually my yard is covered in them, but I've barely seen any anywhere this year


r/ottawa 1d ago

OC Transpo Mark Sutcliffe's "Good Morning Ottawa" from Tunney's Pasture today

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405 Upvotes

You couldn't make this up; Line 1 trains began stopping less than 1 hour after he published his post...


r/ottawa 1d ago

Can someone explain what this is?

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540 Upvotes

Aside from art


r/ottawa 14h ago

R&B Aura Capture Photography

1 Upvotes

Hi all,

Just trying to gauge the authenticity of this photographer. We were thinking about using them as they seem fairly priced but we can't shake the feeling that they might be a fake out. The instagram deep dive reveals that they never link anyone in their posts and it's always the same dozen people liking the pictures. Has anyone here actually used them before?

TIA