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Indigenous Artifacts Repatriation Talks, Auto Insurance Policy Changes & OC Transpo Bus Issues — Ottawa Sunday

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🚑 Breaking & Incidents

  1. Child critically injured in crash near Osgoode. A child is in critical condition following a severe car accident near Osgoode. Emergency services were at the scene, and authorities are investigating the cause of the crash.

🏛️ Government & Politics

  1. Ontario auto insurance policies undergoing changes. New adjustments to auto insurance policies in Ontario are expected. These changes aim to address some current issues with coverage, impacting how policies will be structured and potentially affecting premiums.

🎨 Community & Culture

  1. Swiss collector works to return Indigenous artifacts. Vincent Escriba, a Swiss collector, is collaborating with First Nations leaders to repatriate a vast collection of Indigenous artifacts valued at $13-17 million. The collection's future hinges on financial negotiations, with hopes of keeping it together.

🏈 Sports

  1. Brooke Henderson close to lead at Women's PGA Championship. Brooke Henderson is just a shot behind the leader as she enters the final round, showcasing strong performance throughout the tournament.
  2. Dabrowski and Stefani clinch Eastbourne Open title. Ottawa's Gabriela Dabrowski and Brazilian Luisa Stefani triumphed in the women's doubles at the Eastbourne Open, marking a notable victory for the pair.
  3. Canada vs. South Africa World Cup match heats up. As the game stood at 0-0, tensions were high in this World Cup knockout stage, with both teams pushing hard for dominance.

🌦️ Weather & Roads

  1. OC Transpo electric buses affected by software issue. A software malfunction has sidelined several electric buses from OC Transpo's fleet. The issue underscores challenges in maintaining sustainable public transport and has led to temporary route disruptions.

📰 Also Today

  • Canada Day closures in Ottawa. Here's what's open and closed as the city prepares for holiday celebrations.
  • Chelsea's swimming hole introduces detailed rules. The new community spot comes with extensive guidelines for use.
  • Ottawa boy's story inspires global moment. An inspiring tale of a boy's tribute to his brother's cancer battle during the World Cup.

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Source Articles (10)

Software problem keeps some electric OC Transpo buses off the road

The software issue caused some of Ottawa's electric buses to charge more slowly then normal, leaving them unable to get on the roads Saturday morning, according to the city's associate general manager of transit services.

General Jun 28, 2026

Changes are coming to auto insurance policies in Ontario. Here's what you need to know

As of July, some benefits that were previously mandatory under standard car insurance policies will be optional. This could drop the cost of premiums for customers who opt out of certain coverages, but insurance experts warn against leaving coverage exposed to risk.

General Jun 28, 2026

How this Ottawa boy's story about his brother's cancer led to a World Cup moment

It was a video about how soccer helped helped his family cope with his brother's illness that got Aidric Yeon-Woo Oh of Ottawa picked to carry the match ball at Toronto Stadium.

General Jun 28, 2026

Chelsea's new swimming hole comes with a long list of rules

The rules at the new spot on the Gatineau River ban recreational swimming, forbid people from swimming alone, and require them wear a bright swim cap and carry a whistle and safety buoy. Some swimmers are concerned the rules go too far.

General Jun 28, 2026

What's open and closed in Ottawa around Canada Day 2026

Canada Day 2026 brings a midweek holiday, changing operating hours for businesses, services and transit on Wednesday July 1.

General Jun 28, 2026

Live updates: Who will strike first? Canada and South Africa are tied 0-0 in World Cup knockout match

General Jun 28, 2026

Child in critical condition after crash near Osgoode

Ottawa paramedics say a child is in critical condition after Sunday morning's crash at Dalmeny Road and Nixon Drive, the second serious collision at the intersection in the past two weeks.

General Jun 28, 2026

Ottawa's Dabrowski, Brazil's Stefani win women's doubles title at Eastbourne Open

Ottawa's Gabriela Dabrowski and Brazil's Luisa Stefani have won another title. The duo defeated Czech pair Miriam Skoch and Jesika Maleckova 6-1, 6-4 in the women's doubles final at the WTA 250 Eastbourne Open tennis tournament on Sunday in Eastbourne, England.

General Jun 28, 2026

Brooke Henderson 1 shot back of lead entering final round of Women's PGA Championship

Haeran Ryu shot a 4-under 68 on Saturday to take a one-shot lead over Canadian Brooke Henderson after three rounds of the Women's PGA Championship. The 28-year-old from Smiths Falls, Ont., shot a 3-under 69 at Hazeltine in Chaska, Min.

General Jun 28, 2026
Swiss collector working with First Nations leaders to repatriate Indigenous artifacts

Swiss collector working with First Nations leaders to repatriate Indigenous artifacts

Vincent Escriba estimates his collection to be worth between $13 and $17 million and wants the items sold together.

Canada Jun 28, 2026