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The Ottawa Hospital to cut 3% of its workforce

In an email sent Thursday, staff were informed that the hospital will be reducing management, non-union, support, executive, nursing and other health-care positions.

New Gatineau hospital to begin construction later this year

As the Quebec government takes the next steps toward a new hospital in Gatineau, the politicking around its location continues.

Senators inch closer to potential post-season berth with 5-1 win over Panthers

Fabian Zetterlund scored a pair of goals and had Ottawa Senators' fans dreaming of the playoffs with a 5-1 win over the Florida Panthers Thursday night.

Immigration Department informing some 30,000 applicants they may be ineligible for refugee hearings

Canada's Immigration Department is sending tens of thousands of refugee claimants letters that they may not be eligible for asylum — and is telling some of them that they should leave immediately.

Canadian Jeremy Hansen, Artemis II crew to splash down after historic moon trip

Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen and his three American crewmates are on the homestretch of Artemis II's historic trip to the moon.

Ingram, Raptors focused on clinching playoff spot

All season the Toronto Raptors have insisted that they don't check the standings, the schedule, or the out-of-town scoreboard.

Minister teases ‘a few more sleeps’ until he unveils Ontario school board reforms

Before legislators returned to their ridings before the Good Friday long weekend, Education Minister Paul Calandra promised his long-awaited legislation was finally ready.

More accommodation requests being refused, federal unions say

Two federal public service unions say more and more employees are being denied requests for accommodations to work remotely, particularly for medical reasons, and are accusing the government of being unreasonable.

Journey of century-old chair carved by WW I Quebec prisoner ends at war museum

Very few archival items exist from Canada's First World War internment camps. But now, the Canadian War Museum in Ottawa is adding a hand-carved wooden chair to its collection thanks to a B.C. woman who got curious about its origins and reached out to CBC Montreal for help last year.

5 things to know as the CAQ picks its new leader and Quebec's premier

On Sunday, Bernard Drainville or Christine Fréchette will take the reins of the political party — and the province — until the next general election. Here are some key points about the race and what’s next.

Artemis II re-entry: Hansen, crew ‘focusing on getting it all done right,’ Hadfield says

Jeremy Hansen and the rest of the Artemis II crew aboard the Orion spacecraft are 'focusing on getting it all done right' ahead of re-entry Friday night, Chris Hadfield says.

Ontario's education minister speaks after TDSB announces hundreds of cuts to teacher jobs

Paul Calandra is set to speak at noon Friday longside the minister of colleges and universities. This follows recent backlash against cuts to OSAP and TDSB teacher jobs.

1 man dead, 2 others hurt after shooting at Lambton College bar: Sarnia police

Sarnia police officers were called to the bar at Lambton College at 12:52 a.m. Friday for reports of a shooting. When they arrived, they found three people suffering from injuries.

2 suspects remain wanted almost 3 years after Pearson gold heist

Two suspects remain on the run nearly three years after the infamous gold heist at Toronto Pearson International Airport, police say.

Fleming, St. Lawrence colleges announce merger plans

Two Ontario colleges with a combined seven campuses between Cornwall and Haliburton have announced their intention to merge next year.

Ottawa's Michael O'Connor chasing Olympic dream in flag football

After going unsigned as a CFL free agent in 2023, quarterback Michael O'Connor figured he was done with football. Three years later, the Ottawa native is chasing the Olympic dream as part of the Canadian men's flag football team on the cusp of qualifying for the 2028 Los Angeles Games.

Habs in playoffs, Oilers and Sens inch closer

The Montreal Canadiens have already punched a ticket. The Edmonton Oilers are nearly there, too. 

Ford government to cut length of teachers' college, revamp training requirements

Ontario wants to cut the length of teachers' college from two years to one and introduce a minimum practicum length for in-class experience.

Ontario parents accused of abandonment after kids left unsupervised for hours

Both parents were arrested after a child was found unclothed and lying in a shared hallway near their home, which police described as being in 'appalling condition.'  

Ontario to cut length of teachers’ college, increase practical element

Most programs are currently four semesters and under upcoming legislation, teachers' college across the province would be delivered in three consecutive semesters over 12 months.

Ontario's last provincially funded supervised drug site in Kingston to become HART Hub

Ontario's Ministry of Health has announced plans to shut down Kingston's only supervised drug consumption site and replace it with a Homelessness and Addiction Recovery Treatment (HART) Hub.

Lebanese diaspora frustrated, frightened as country excluded from ceasefire

Members of the Lebanese diaspora in the National Capital Region say they’re upset that the country has apparently been excluded from a ceasefire deal between the United States and Iran, and are fearing for their loved ones as Israeli strikes continue.

Ottawa 67's general manager on playoff traditions and how the team stacks up against the Barrie Colts

The Ottawa 67's are playing the Barrie Colts in the second round of the OHL playoffs. General manager Jan Egert was on Ottawa Morning and spoke with Rebecca Zandbergen.

Rolling shootout linked to tow-truck beef led to 16-year-old’s killing in March 2025, Hamilton police say

A rolling shootout between multiple vehicles led to the murder of a 16-year-old in Hamilton last year, police said Friday, tying the death of York Region resident Faizaan Awan in March 2025 to a “dispute between two tow-truck companies.”

Artemis II: Orion enters Earth's atmosphere, speeding rapidly toward Pacific Ocean

University of Ottawa lockdown lifted, police say ‘no injuries to report’

Police said one person was arrested after receiving reports of a 'suspicious person' on the University of Ottawa campus in the capital's downtown.

Ontario failed to collect nearly $10M owed by alleged animal abusers: documents

Since 2019, the province has charged owners money to care for animals seized by Animal Welfare Services to the tune of $10,633,241, documents show.

Raptors on cusp of returning to NBA playoffs

As far as Darko Rajakovic is concerned, the tension of not knowing if his Toronto Raptors will reach the NBA playoffs or stumble into the play-in tournament this weekend is "the beauty of the job."

Lockdown lifted at University of Ottawa, one person arrested

The Ottawa Police Service says it's arrested one person in connection with an incident at the University of Ottawa Friday afternoon that left the school under lockdown.

PWHL playoff spot on the line in Sceptres-Charge matchup on Saturday

The Ottawa Charge sit just one point behind the Toronto Sceptres for the final PWHL playoff spot ahead of Saturday's game in Toronto. The game airs at 2 p.m. ET on CBC and CBC Gem.

Build Canada Homes deal clears first hurdle at city hall

A committee voted for the $400-million dollar housing package Friday. As Arthur White-Crummey reports, some councillors worry the federal government isn’t paying its fair share.

Why freshwater migratory fish need ‘safe passage’ globally as numbers decline

A global assessment on migratory freshwater fish species, published in March, found that there are 325 species of migratory fish crossing international borders that need deliberate action in order to survive.

Tough winter conditions could impact grape harvest as Ontario wine booms

As we come out of one of the coldest, most persistent winters in recent memory, Ontario growers are starting to come to terms with the potential loss of crops. In wine regions, some grapes experienced more damage than others.

These Ottawa dads get a lesson on how to style their daughters' hair

When it comes to styling their daughters' hair, many dads aren't sure where to start. Recently, some of them gathered at Thr33's Co. Snack Bar in the Glebe for Ottawa's first ever "Braids and Beers" event where they got some pro tips while they sipped.

Bottle deposit machines are being phased out from Quebec grocery stores. Here's why

Bottle and can deposit machines inside Quebec grocery stores are being phased out as part of a Consignaction modernization plan. Though new sorting centres are replacing them, not everyone is convinced the change will make returns easier.

Liberal members vote in favour of age restrictions for social media, AI chatbots

Liberal members voted in favour of restricting young Canadians' access to social media platforms and artificial intelligence chatbots, as the party's national convention winds down in Montreal.

Suspect linked to University of Ottawa lockdown found with replica firearm: police

According to police, the accused has been charged with possession of a weapon dangerous to the public peace, as well as mischief — preventing the lawful enjoyment of property.

Man arrested after U of O lockdown charged with carrying replica firearm

A man arrested after Friday's lockdown on the downtown campus faces two charges, according to Ottawa police.

Senators on the verge of clinching playoff spot

Ridly Greig scored a short-handed goal and the Ottawa Senators moved to the verge of clinching a playoff spot by shutting out the New York Islanders 3-0 on Saturday.

Sens lock up playoff spot with win over Islanders, Red Wings loss

The Ottawa Senators are headed back to the playoffs after they shut out the New York Islanders Saturday afternoon and the Detroit Red Wings lost in regulation time.

Iranian Canadians call on U.S. to keep up military pressure at embassy rally

Hundreds of demonstrators gathered outside the U.S. Embassy in Ottawa on Saturday to call for continued military pressure in Iran, sharing concerns about a prolonged internet blackout and the potential results of face-to-face talks between the two countries.

Charge blank Sceptres, move past Toronto into final PWHL playoff spot

Gwyneth Philips stopped 42 shots and Brianne Jenner scored the game-winner midway through the third period to give the Ottawa Charge a much-needed 2-0 win against the host Toronto Sceptres on Saturday.

Panthers, Maple Leafs limping to finishing line

Craig Berube stood behind a stunned and bitterly disappointed Maple Leafs' bench last spring.

Another spring, another lane closure on the Queensway

Another months-long lane closure on Highway 417 in central Ottawa starts Monday, part of an ongoing project to replace overpasses that has sometimes frustrated motorists in previous summers.

Quebec to get new premier today as CAQ leadership race concludes

The leadership race to replace outgoing Quebec Premier François Legault concludes Sunday and the results are set to be announced in Drummondville, Que., in the afternoon.

Her debut romantasy novel is laced with amorous entanglements, whimsy and magic

Caitlyn Paxson launched her debut novel A Widow’s Charm at Ottawa’s Perfect Books. Sandra Abma was there and spoke with the former Ottawa resident.

It's time for the weekly CBC Ottawa news quiz

How closely did you follow the past seven days in local news? Take our quiz to find out.

Police investigating after man stabbed in the chest in ByWard Market

Paramedics said they treated a 30-year old man for a stab wound to the chest Saturday night and later transported him to hospital in critical condition.

Full Raptors roster available to play versus Nets

It's mostly all hands on deck for the Toronto Raptors' regular-season finale.

Raptors reach playoffs in regular-season finale

Trying to get the Toronto Raptors back in the playoffs has been keeping Scottie Barnes up at night for the past week.