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Hearings on bill to oust misbehaving councillors arrive in Ottawa
When a series of internal investigations found former Ottawa city councillor Rick Chiarelli had sexually harassed multiple female staffers over several years back in 2020, it sparked public outrage and demands for accountability.
Ringette community grieves loss of promising Ottawa player
The capital region's ringette community has been rocked by the sudden death of one of its stars after 21-year-old Julia "Jules" Wilson died last week of anaphylaxis caused by a food allergy.
Ottawa police stats show 'significant' spike in intimate partner violence
New statistics from Ottawa police show an increase in intimate partner violence in the city, but people working on the front line say the data might not tell the whole story.
Tug-of-war over Palestinian flag at Algonquin College convocation
Algonquin College graduate Rama Al-Zu'bi says she was determined to display the flag of her homeland during a June 19 convocation ceremony at Canadian Tire Centre, but security and college staff had other ideas.
Inside the legal battle brewing over who can access this rock in northern Ontario
It started off as a disagreement between new owners and residents over what is private and what is public property, but it’s now escalated into a full-blown court case involving the local township, surveyors and a nonprofit organization.
Northern Ontario First Nations fear uphill battle to preserve rights as Bill 5 speeds through legislature
The Ford government says it will continue to fulfil its duty to consult Indigenous communities, but the legislation on 'special economic zones' provides no oversight mechanism for First Nations to participate or object to decisions made under the Act.
IN DEPTH
'Diamonds are forever,' but not necessarily so for northern mining industry
Last week, mining giant DeBeers announced the closure of its lab-grown diamond business and its renewed commitment to natural diamonds. But northern Ontario’s mining industry isn’t expecting an exploration rush anytime soon.
Northeastern Ontario municipalities vow not to use strong mayor powers given by province
About 20 municipalities in the region were officially given so-called 'strong mayor' powers last week, but several of them say the policy undermines the democratic process and vow not to use them.
5 months and 8 surgeries later, Wawa shooting survivor finally returns home
A gunman entered Bridgette Hagen’s workplace last December and opened fire, shooting her twice and leaving her with scars, a shattered hip, an amputated right arm and PTSD. Doctors are impressed by her recovery as she prepares to be reunited with her family.
CANADA VOTES 2025
Vote federally for party that'll protect First Nation rights, says head of northern Ontario treaty group
In parts of northeastern Ontario, including areas in and around Sudbury and Timmins, First Nations voters could help decide who wins the election.