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Shaky week on Parliament Hill puts Mayor's funding push into overdrive
Mayor Mark Sutcliffe believes long-awaited funding for Ottawa's struggling transit system could come early in the new year — provided this week's drama on Parliament Hill doesn't send months of negotiation off the rails.
Long-awaited bill to oust misbehaving councillors falls short, say advocates
Ontario politicians who’ve long advocated for a way to fire councillors who harass their staff are feeling a mix of relief and frustration with the government's new bill.
Why won't the long-delayed Trillium Line open before 2025?
All of the Trillium Line's final tests have been a success, according to OC Transpo. But some key issues, and the arrival of winter, have ruled out an imminent opening.
City sets plan to sell land for new school at Little Italy development
Parents of francophone students and neighbours concerned about a lack of green space spoke up at Tuesday's finance and corporate services committee, as Ottawa city councillors discussed next steps for a highly anticipated mixed-use development near the planned Corso Italia LRT station.
Taxpayers could face 1.5% hike if city loses battle over federal properties, court docs show
A major court battle between the city and the federal government over how much it’s owed in property payments comes with a warning that the final result could push up municipal taxes.
Hike to seniors transit pass would be halved under new proposal
Ottawa city councillors will look at a smaller hike to the monthly transit pass for seniors at a Monday meeting following significant backlash.
Bid for fund to preserve affordable housing in Ottawa fails at committee
The City of Ottawa won’t be creating a pot of money to buy at-risk affordable housing any time soon, citing the danger of losing federal and provincial funding by shifting away from construction.
Sorting facts from fiction on centres for asylum seekers
The City of Ottawa's decision to use tent-like structures as a temporary home and reception centre for migrants has sparked considerable controversy. CBC sought answers to some of the most common questions.
Analysis
Ottawa faces uphill battle to get support for asylum seeker centre
A perceived lack of communication is fueling a surge of opposition to the location of Ottawa's new shelter for asylum seekers and refugees. But with no neighbourhoods likely to volunteer to host it, the city doesn't have a lot of choice.
Site near Nepean Sportsplex chosen for asylum seeker 'welcoming centre'
A large, tent-like structure to shelter and support asylum seekers and refugees seems destined for the area of Woodroffe Avenue and West Hunt Club Road, according to Ottawa city staff. Another would go to Kanata South if necessary.