r/ottawa 4h ago

Lost/Found 2 wooden kayaks stolen in Orleans! Help get Marc his handcrafted boats back.

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236 Upvotes

A gentleman posted on Facebook that the kayaks he built were stolen in Orleans. I’m posting to try and help him find them.


r/ottawa 3h ago

Local Event Reminder: province-wide protest against Doug Ford in Kanata - 25th July

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124 Upvotes

Hi everyone!
Just wanted to remind everyone of the province-wide protest against Doug Ford happening on (Saturday) July 25th, 2026. The same person who organized the June one is doing it again = same time + same location. This is only 3 days away :)

Please consider joining if you disagree with the many decisions of the Ford government lately!

July 25th, 2026 - 1 PM - Eagleson Rd & ON-417 – Eagleson Park & Ride in Kanata

** Bring signs! **


r/ottawa 7h ago

Photo(s) The Byward Market in July 1918

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263 Upvotes

Photo by William James Topley, Library and Archives Canada / PA-008486


r/ottawa 6h ago

News Ottawa driver stopped for stunt driving 3rd time by same officer

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190 Upvotes

r/ottawa 16h ago

The real subtext

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1.1k Upvotes

It seems these latest ads to linger downtown highlights an already existing capacity problem.


r/ottawa 1h ago

News Sutcliffe seeks to clarify traffic plan messaging after backlash over 'come and stay' campaign

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r/ottawa 10h ago

News Tarama Litch asks court permission to visit White House and go on Caribbean Cruise

176 Upvotes

r/ottawa 5h ago

News Ottawa’s shift to weekly beach testing faces criticism

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55 Upvotes

r/ottawa 3h ago

Daycare Woes

33 Upvotes

Hoping to get some direction as to what others have done for childminding.

FTM returning to work this fall, I have been on daycare lists through the City the moment I found out I was pregnant. So, I have been on the list since September 2024. I am contacting the daycares and they're telling me that my child is 12, 16, 20th etc. on their waitlists. And that they're all full.

I couldn't have possibly signed up any earlier. How are people getting into daycare? My child will be 16 months when they start.

I signed up for Wee Watch after hearing someone recently pivoted to that. However, the area of town I am in/work in are all full for September and the waitlist there is 400.

Are people using alternative measures? Nanny shares? Help! How did you get childcare?


r/ottawa 6h ago

Moving back to Ottawa from the GTA!

61 Upvotes

Been living in the GTA for the past years. After getting laid off in late May I found a new job in Ottawa so I'll be moving back after almost 5 years! I made a post about leaving Ottawa with pictures I took with (at the time) a new camera I got as graduation gift to myself: https://www.reddit.com/r/ottawa/s/xaMs63i93W

I went to uOttawa and lived in Sandy Hill from 2017-2021 so I'm fairly familiar with the downtown area.

This time though I will be living in Westboro! I remember after Covid restrictions lifted a bit I got a bike and did some exploring using the bike paths along the river and canal. I remember thinking to myself that if I were to come back to Ottawa I would want to live in the Westboro area. Now that I have a better paying job and I was able to find a decently affordable place in Westboro I'm pretty happy I get the chance to do that.

Not sure if this post is allowed, just kind of excited to be in Ottawa again and maybe take better pictures after having more experience with my camera, so let me know of any cool photo spots. I also love discovering good food so if anyone has recommendations for new places let me know in the comments.


r/ottawa 1h ago

New Indoor Waterpark in West End

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Stittsville is getting a new indoor water park.

https://glengower.ca/development/2775-2785-palladium-zoning-by-law-amendment-and-site-plan-control/

"The City has received Zoning By-law Amendment and Site Plan Control applications for 2775 & 2785 Palladium Drive and the unaddressed parcel on Culdaff Road (directly across from 2775 & 2785 Palladium Drive) to permit the development of a destination-oriented recreational facility consisting of an indoor water park, family entertainment centre, 236-room hotel, accessory restaurant and associated parking and site works."


r/ottawa 19h ago

Satire Inspired by the RTO campaign posters at r/canadapublicservants

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417 Upvotes

r/ottawa 3h ago

Anybody else find using the Lac Leamy Fireworks Website a completely horrible experience

19 Upvotes

I’m trying to buy tickets to the fireworks but my god it’s like they don’t want you to attend.

Show start times are hard to find. Gate open times are hard to find. The ticket purchase link seems broken. Yes I’m sure all the information is there but they make it so convoluted to find, it’s there but trying to find basic info shouldnt take so long.

It’s like a boomer decided to have a website with every gimmicky thing possible while simultaneously being broken and useless

Even ticket purchase on mobile is broken.

End rant

Edit: I’ll throw it in so you can see for yourself

Casino Lac Leamy Fireworks


r/ottawa 18h ago

Woman taken to hospital after being assaulted by broken bottle in ByWard Market

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207 Upvotes

Woman taken to hospital after being assaulted by broken bottle in ByWard Market


r/ottawa 1d ago

Mayor backpedals on RTO "hang around because we don't have capacity" concept.

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816 Upvotes

r/ottawa 9h ago

O-train held?

30 Upvotes

Well another stormy day /s anyone know why trains are being held. Been stuck at pimisi at 650am for about 5 mins


r/ottawa 18h ago

News 'Losing is the new winning': Sutcliffe holds larger lead despite support drop

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143 Upvotes

For those of us following the municipal election, looks like Sutcliffe has plateaued, Leiper is dropping, and Lawson and Saravanamuttoo are on the up. Lawson in second at 26% is pretty crazy considering where he started earlier this year. Will be interesting to see if he can keep this up.


r/ottawa 8h ago

Local Business Looking for a good dog boarding place / dog sitter

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23 Upvotes

New to Ottawa and I have a 9 month very affectionate and socialized American Foxhound mix. She adores people, dogs, and cats.

I am looking for recommendations for a dog boarding facility, cage free. I was wondering if Rover is a good option for that, but never used it.

Ideally, I could find a place that could watch my dog for a day (like going to a wedding) or a couple weeks. I travel very rarely but have a trip coming up in September so want her to be set up.

Any help is appreciated!


r/ottawa 23h ago

Tornado warning in Centertown

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381 Upvotes

As the title states :))


r/ottawa 5h ago

Question about wait times to see an Oncologist at the General hospital?

12 Upvotes

I had a CT scan on Monday, and the results from the physician who analysed them seem not so good. I was just wondering if anyone has any recent experience with this, and how long did you wait to see a specialist after your CT scan?

The wait is killing me figuratively and literally.


r/ottawa 7h ago

Lost/Found Dumped bike in Hintonburg

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17 Upvotes

Bike is in good condition just missing a seat which I assume the owner took inside. Armstrong & Pinhey


r/ottawa 5h ago

Rent/Housing Need Emergency Parking (Westboro/West-Hintonburg)

9 Upvotes

Hello all, I rent an apartment in West-Hintonburg/westboro area, close to island park and our building's garage is going under construction starting August 2nd week. This news came to us at a very short notice and we are to move all our cars out for the next 6-7 months for the duration of the repairs, unfortunately, the building hasn't provided any alternative/accommodations and left the burden onto the tenants.

Would anyone know or have any parking nearby? I would be happy to discuss terms as well!!

Edit: I am looking for 1 spot with in/out access


r/ottawa 1d ago

Ottawa River Pathway under Parliament Hill is now OPEN!

343 Upvotes

Yes, all the way!

NCC just made the announcement on their Instagram page.


r/ottawa 1h ago

Recommendation for landscaper?

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Hi, I'm looking for a landscaper to basically bulldoze my front yard and start over. I would just want sod and a small garden in its place. I'm looking for a landscaper who would have the ability to do this with large machinery. Any recommendations? Thanks!


r/ottawa 23h ago

Ottawa downtown is FINE! Tornado warning is for Vars and further east

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183 Upvotes

Eccc warnings are not great in specifying geographic location