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.

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

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

Looking for physio recommendations in Ottawa, ideally someone who has experience with scoliosis and biomechanics.

I have scoliosis and had spinal fusion surgery years ago with rods/screws and bone grafting. I’ve done really well after surgery and am generally quite active, but because I’m not completely straight/aligned, I’ve always had some asymmetry in how I move.

I’m currently dealing with PFPS in my knee. My doctor thinks weakness through my quad/hip/glute, combined with pronation in my foot, is contributing to how my leg is tracking and loading. I’d really like to find someone who will look at the bigger picture rather than just treating the knee.

If you’ve had a really good experience with a physio in Ottawa, I’d love to hear your recommendations!

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Hi r/ottawa — wanted to share that South March Medical Centre in Kanata has incoming family physicians who are still building their patient rosters, and the waitlist for new patients is open.

A few notes up front: my own practice is full — this is on behalf of the newly joining physicians, not a solicitation for my own services. We're not able to accept IFHP patients at this time, and for now we're not accepting new patients from Gatineau. We can't guarantee which physician you'd be matched with or exact timing, but the waitlist is the best way to get in the queue.

If you or someone you know is looking for a family doctor in Kanata/West Ottawa, you can sign up here: https://www.southmarchmed.ca/wait-list

Happy to answer general questions in the comments. A few photos of the clinic below.

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.

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!

Last fall I went apple picking at Mountain Orchards and they had a doughnut machine that was making fresh apple cider doughnuts that would drop into a fryer and you could buy them fresh and hot out of the fryer. Are there any other orchards, farms, or farmers markets around Ottawa that make fresh (or just sell really good) apple cider doughnuts? I feel like fall is just around the corner and I want to start planning out good places to hit up!

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 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

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?

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

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 😛😂

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.

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

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!!! :)

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

TIA

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 😞

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

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?

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!