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A family divided: Gazans who fled to Canada wait and worry for those left behind
After months of enduring the war in Gaza, Waseem Elrayyes and his immediate family are among the lucky ones who have been able to escape to Canada under the federal government's temporary visa program. His sisters and other family members are still there.
Canada's immigration department cutting roughly 3,300 jobs over 3 years
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced plans to cut about 3,300 jobs, or about a quarter of its workforce, over the next three years.
Local municipalities call for united front with N.Y. as tariff threat looms
Ahead of U.S. president-elect Donald Trump's inauguration — and the steep tariffs that could come with it — the Eastern Ontario Wardens' Caucus are reaching out to their counterparts in New York state to forge closer ties.
Future of Belltown Dome ice rink uncertain, says councillor
Located just west of Britannia Beach, the dome has long been used for ice skating in the winter. But this season, after being converted from a refrigerated arena into a 'natural ice surface,' it's barely been operational.
Ottawa Food Bank makes 'heartbreaking' cuts to food programs
The Ottawa Food Bank says it's cutting donations to local food programs by up to half this year, due to all-time high visits and rising food costs.
City staff come out against anti-renoviction bylaw
After assessing whether Ottawa should implement an anti-renoviction bylaw to better protect tenants, city staff say they do not support it for a few reasons.
What does Justin Trudeau's departure mean for federal public servants?
The upcoming change in national leadership is thickening the cloud of uncertainty around the future for federal public servants.
Hockey Canada ticket donation program opens doors for kids, parents say
For Renee Larocque, buying tickets for her family to watch the World Juniors in Ottawa wasn't in the cards, due to high costs associated with her children’s medical bills.
Hometown hockey stars take stage as world juniors begin in Ottawa
From watching the Ottawa Senators at the Canadian Tire Centre to their sons stepping on the same ice to represent Canada — Cole Beaudoin and Oliver Bonk's parents say the feeling is surreal.
Local hockey team to face off against Kazakhstan in pre-tournament World Junior game
Playing in the World Junior Hockey Championship has always been a dream for Rémi Gagné, the captain of the Hawkesbury Hawks — and soon, that dream will partly come true.