Isabel Harder

Isabel Harder is an associate producer and reporter for CBC Ottawa. She has also reported on Inuit Nunangat for CBC North. You can reach her by email at isabel.harder@cbc.ca.

Latest from Isabel Harder

Ottawa MPP calls for maximum heat law

Ontario's infrastructure critic Catherine McKenney says they're planning on proposing a maximum heat law when Queen's Park returns in the fall. Currently, landlords don't have to provide air conditioning or allow their tenants to bring their own.

Report finds 'financial irregularities' at Renfrew Victoria Hospital

A third-party investigation into Renfrew Victoria Hospital (RVH) and a related not-for-profit, Renfrew Health, has documented a slew of "financial irregularities" and "gaps in governance."

Wildfire smoke could lessen air quality around Ottawa

Ottawa's Air Quality Health Index isn't expected to reach the highs of 2023, but residents could still see a haze of smoke this week that forces some to change plans.

Woman dead, man charged in south Ottawa femicide

Police say they responded to a call late Monday morning to find a woman dead in her apartment.

Ottawa homicides concerning, but not necessarily on the rise, experts say

While recent homicides in Ottawa were tragic, police say, they do not believe there is a risk to public safety.

This Inuk carver transforms antlers into makeup brushes — each with their own story

Saelym DeGrandpré, a 23-year-old woman living in Ottawa, carves makeup brushes out of antlers. She says it's a way to connect with her culture and her ancestors.

Nepean's Mark Carney surprise further disrupts the local race

The Liberal leader is vying for a seat in Nepean. And some residents of the riding said that could sway their vote.

Vehicle owners relieved as first cars freed from crumbling garage

After nearly a month of waiting, some vehicle owners whose cars ended up trapped last month when a Slater Street parkade partially collapsed finally have them back.

Country food store opens in Iqaluit

The Qinnirvik Country Food and Bulk Store aims to tackle food insecurity by providing food at flexible prices.

Gatineau police ask public to report rule-breakers in licence plate crackdown

Gatineau police are asking for the public's help in identifying Gatineau residents who may not be abiding by provincial licence plate rules.