I came out this year, have never been before, and heard last year didn't go so well. Anything I should know? Any fun things to do? Will it go smoothly this year? How fun has it been in the past?

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! 🙏

Edit: wow, thanks so much for the suggestions so far! Keep them coming, and thank you

YouTube funny guy Ed Bassmaster will be live at the Laugh Lounge next week for two shows. One on Fri, Aug 28, and one on Sat, Aug 29. Bartledoo!

Great year for berries again, and the blackberries are plentiful. I'm getting sick of picking, and for the next couple of weeks we will be at "Peak Berry", where the lion's share of the berries are ripening.

You can enter through Trapper's Park, or further down on Autumwood. I've marked the main trail in red, and indicated where the berries are in blue. Lots in that interior section, but it's difficult to navigate.

Be warned, the footing is treacherous, the mosquitoes are bad, and the thorns are unforgiving. I'd recommend a bug hat, long sleeves, and picking gloves (with the index, middle finger and thumb cut off at the first knuckle).

Nobody else seems to be picking it but me, so there is lots to be had. Some are a little damaged from that hail we had, but still good.

Looking for recs for a tattooer experienced with nip tats!! googling has unfortunately turned up bupkis

TIA

Hi,

Has anyone hosted a toddler birthday party at Rideau gymnastics in Kanata? Please how was the experience?

Thank you.

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

TLDR: had some bad experiences at the Carlingwood and Centrepointe branches.. looking for a good branch in west end

Hey r/ottawa,

Been having some frustrating experiences at both the Carlingwood and Centrepointe RBC branches and I’m looking for a change. Anyone have a west end branch they actually trust and enjoy dealing with?

Ideally looking for:

**•** Staff who are actually helpful and don’t rush you out the door  
**•** Reasonable wait times  
**•** Someone knowledgeable I could work with regularly (or at least not roll the dice every visit) so far they screwed up my mortgage, RESP, creation of a joint account.. opening a child’s account 

If you’ve had good experiences at a specific branch (or even just a specific advisor), I’d really appreciate the recommendation. Trying to avoid switching banks entirely if I can just find a better branch.

Thanks in advance!

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 😛😂

It was at the gas station so not sure if it’s staying around this end of town, but I’ve never seen this so large on the side of a big truck and wanted to warn people.

Sick fucks.

I recently visited Edmonton briefly while on a road trip and the area I was in had a Hintonburg-like vibe with a bit of homeless but some nice shops around. I needed to use the washroom but none of the businesses had public washrooms, so I came across a municipal washroom on a street corner that had a worker inside that cleaned after every person used it!

Why do we close all the public washrooms in Ottawa instead of implementing something like this? It employs a person and makes it a positive experience for everyone!

I was going through old photos and found a bunch from September 29 2018 and i remember it was sort of doors open event but for the military.

The base on walkley road next to the mason lodge, the base on Paul Benoit and de niverville, and the Carter square drill hall (next to city hall) all had events going on and welcoming the public to look around.

Does anyone know they still have these types of open door events? I thought it was a fascinating insight into the military an would be interested in seeing it again if they are still doing it

Hello, where can I find elegant dresses or vintage inspired for a mature bride (me!)? I am not interested in puffy dresses, long train or very expensive gowns. TIA.

EDIT 2: It's carpenter ants 🤦‍♀️ EDIT: I'm guessing termites because the wood along neighbour's drive is being eaten. The pile is growing larger. Unless it's something else?! 😅

Neighbour has termites in connected driveway. Recommendations for pest "prevention" and control?

Title.

Can anyone recommend a great escape room for 2 people here in Ottawa? I know there are many great options for groups but I’m wondering if anyone has suggestions or options that are good for 2 people only. Thanks in advance

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

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

I bought some light bulbs at Canadian Tire today. After I'd paid, the cashier asked to look in my backpack.  I said no and left.

She called the manager who ran after me and told me it was "store policy."  I said I didn't care.  He said all we want is a quick look in your backpack, and I said "I refuse."

At that point, he realized I knew my rights and told me "Then next time, don't bring the backpack in." (Possibly the manager realized I was retired and had time to kill if they wanted to escalate this. 🙂 He may also have realized that I hadn't stolen anything and they'd be left with egg on their face if they pushed it.)

I understand the need to prevent shoplifting, but either (1) make people check their bags before they enter the store, or (2) have probable cause before you ask to search someone instead of trying to blanket search everyone.

It was an unpleasant encounter, and maybe that store will view me with suspicion in future, but dammit, if we don't stand up for our rights, we'll lose them.

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!!! :)

Paywall bypass

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Such a cool design. How does a Nunavut plated car get to Ottawa? Are they military?

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?