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Speed limit to increase to 110 km/h on some Ontario highways

Speed limits at several stretches of Ontario highways will be increasing to 110 kilometres per hour, according to Transportation Minister Prabmeet Sarkaria.

OC Transpo to cancel dozens of school route trips, affecting 3,600 students

Thousands of Ottawa students will shift from articulated buses to yellow ones come September, as OC Transpo cancels dozens of trips on school routes that risked monopolizing its dwindling fleet of high-capacity vehicles.

U.S. citizen drowns in kayaking accident on Okanagan Lake

West Kelowna RCMP said that at approximately 7:13 p.m. on June 19, they were called to the lake for a report that two kayakers had capsized.

Woman seriously injured in fall from Rockcliffe lookout

A woman had to be rescued after falling down the embankment of an Ottawa River lookout early Wednesday, according to first responders. She was taken to hospital with serious injuries.

Ottawa student flagged as security threat over research helpful to Iran’s weapons program

Classified intelligence reports call an Iranian doctoral candidate a threat to Canada’s security.

Ottawa Catholic School Board reverses decision to cut school bus attendants

The Ottawa Catholic School Board (OCSB) is reversing its decision to slash its school bus attendant program for students with disabilities.

NCC approves plan for Ottawa's 'underutilized' Confederation Heights

The National Capital Commission (NCC) has outlined its vision for the redevelopment of a parcel of prime federal land in Ottawa that it says is "underutilized."

Ottawa Black Bears leaving the Canadian Tire Centre, ticket holders told

Ottawa's professional lacrosse team will no longer be playing at the Canadian Tire Centre for the 2026-7 season.

Senators acquire young forward William Eklund, prospects from Sharks for 1st-round pick

The Ottawa Senators have acquired forwards William Eklund, Kasper Halttunen, and the rights to unsigned draft pick Brandon Svoboda from the San Jose Sharks, the NHL club announced Tuesday.

Blue Bombers reacquire QB Dru Brown in trade with Redblacks

Dru Brown is returning to Winnipeg after the Blue Bombers acquired the quarterback in a trade with the Ottawa Redblacks on Tuesday.

First Nations leaders call for more say in allocation of mining claims in Quebec

A coalition of Indigenous leaders, led by the Anishinaabe First Nation, is calling on the Quebec government to modernize the process surrounding the granting of mining claims.

No Quebec English leaders' debate before provincial election as 2 parties decline invite

There will not be an English-language debate before the upcoming Quebec provincial election, after two of the main parties declined an invitation.

Gananoque police charge person with stealing water from fire hydrants

A Kingston resident has been charged with stealing water from fire hydrants in Gananoque, Ont., according to the town’s police service.

NCC approves design principles for 6th bridge over Ottawa River

The National Capital Commission has approved planning and design principles for a sixth interprovincial link between Ottawa and Gatineau, but construction remains years away.

Brady Tkachuk says he asked for a trade to start the 'next chapter' of his career

Kingston officials cheer Alto announcement, but concerns remain

It's been 1 year since the vicious attack on a girl in Quadeville

Frank talk on Ottawa police misconduct dominates meeting

Trial begins for man accused in death of Barrhaven crossing guard

The trial has begun for Xzander Wright, the man accused of dangerous driving in the death of Barrhaven crossing guard Peter Clark. Wright has pleaded not guilty to that charge. CBC's Matthew Kupfer reports.

Ottawa man charged in fatal crash at Rideau street drop-in

An Ottawa man has been charged in a fatal crash in February when a vehicle drove into the entrance of a downtown drop-in centre, Ottawa police said Monday.

Gatineau man dies of injuries after armed assault last week, police say

A 45-year-old Gatineau man has died from injuries sustained in an armed assault last week, Gatineau police announced Monday, calling it the third homicide in their jurisdiction this year.

Live updates: Canada and Switzerland tied 0-0 at halftime in pivotal World Cup group game

Carney announcing decision on 24 Sussex in coming weeks: sources

PQ maps out its vision for an independent Quebec in Blue Book

Quebec independence would yield $13 billion to $16 billion in administrative savings by eliminating or merging most of the roughly 230 federal agencies operating in the province, Parti Québécois (PQ) Leader Paul St-Pierre Plamondon announced Tuesday.

Eiben, Brazley to be inducted as All-Time Argos

The Toronto Argonauts are adding linebacker Kevin Eiben and defensive back Carl Brazley to their all-time list.

Speeding increases in Toronto significantly after province turns off cameras

In November 2025, the Ford government completed a controversial and rapid removal of automated speed cameras from municipalities.

‘Very worrisome’: Coyote attack on child in Durham sparks renewed safety call

Durham police are renewing safety concerns after recent coyote attacks while experts are asking for 'transparency' on the risks they pose in urban areas.

De Grasse, Rogers headline star-studded Canadian track & field team for Commonwealth Games

Commonwealth Sports Canada (CSC) and Athletics Canada unveiled its roster for the 2026 Commonwealth Games on Wednesday, naming a team that includes several Olympic and world champions.

Toronto massage therapist charged with sexual assault, police seek victims

A Toronto massage therapist is facing a sexual assault charge after police allege a victim was assaulted during a scheduled appointment. Police believe there may be more victims.

Raptors draft Jaden Bradley 50th overall

Jaden Bradley has been selected 50th overall by the Toronto Raptors in the NBA Draft.