81 m. ago Foreign student asylum claims hit record high in 2024, set to grow in 2025

The claims are rising, even as Ottawa cuts the number of study permits it issues, with Prime Minister Mark Carney pledging to return Canadian immigration to 'sustainable levels.'

Sport

1 hour ago Phillips: Clear Transportation plan works for Helsinki; why not here?

Helsinki has built trust with its citizens and a worldwide reputation for its transportation system. Ottawa could follow its lead.

Sport

2 h. ago London police get $150K to support crime victims, report hate incidents

London police will receive $150,000 from the Ontario government to support victims of crime and improve the reporting of hate-motivated incidents, local MPP Rob Flack has announced. The funding, part of a broader provincial plan, will be also be used to establish a “dedicated hate-incident reporting platform,” according to a statement from Flack, MPP for […]

Events

2 h. ago What to know about food poisoning illnesses caused by listeria

A listeria outbreak linked to ready-to-eat sandwiches and snacks has sickened at least 10 people in the U.S., and a producer is voluntarily recalling dozens of products sold to retail stores, hospitals, hotels, airports and airlines, federal officials said. The products were made by Fresh & Ready Foods LLC and were sold in Arizona, California, […]

Events

2 h. ago OCEU/CUPE 1750 to Hold Media Availability Ahead of May 16th Strike Deadline

TORONTO — The union representing workers at the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) were surprised when their employer filed to terminate the Collective Agreement effective May 16th. The employer had its bargaining mandate for only 2 bargaining dates when management filed this request with the ministry, even as good-faith proposals presented by the union […]

Events

4 h. ago Lester B. Pearson presents a dynamic and heartfelt production of In the Heights

Show # 16 Lester B. Pearson Catholic High School In the Heights Director: Sarah Davidson Rasha Alli, Critic Sir Wilfrid Laurier Secondary School A story of dreams, identity, and the bonds of community: Lester B. Pearson Catholic High School’s In The Heights delivered a moving and heartfelt production, filled with emotionally charged scenes and powerful […]

Culture

5 h. ago Food security experts warn Gaza at critical risk of famine if Israel doesn’t end blockade

TEL AVIV, Israel — The Gaza Strip is at critical risk of famine if Israel doesn’t lift its blockade and stop its military campaign, food security experts said in a stark warning on Monday. Outright famine is the mostly likely scenario unless conditions change, according to findings by the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification, a […]

Events

5 h. ago Pharmaceutical industry criticizes the drug pricing plan Trump says he’ll sign

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump’s plan to change the pricing model for some medications is already facing fierce criticism from the pharmaceutical industry before he’s even signed the executive order set for Monday that, if implemented, could lower the cost of some drugs. Trump has promised that his plan — which is likely to […]

Other

5 h. ago Ukraine accuses Russia of drone attacks as Moscow rejects ceasefire plan

There was no response from the Kremlin to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s challenge for Russia’s President Vladimir Putin to meet him for face-to-face peace talks.

Events

6 h. ago Derek Finkle: Controversial drug injection sites among Carney’s first challenges

Ruling must be made within three weeks on Ottawa site that community group says has had a 'catastrophic' impact on neighbourhood

Transport

7 h. ago Bradley and Browne: Stall tactics are blocking Ottawa's safety plan for vulnerable people

The plan was supposed to address the needs of marginalized communities and uproot systemic discrimination. Instead, red tape and a lack of transparency prevail.

Other

8 h. ago Today's letters: The U.S. needs a good relationship with Canada

Monday, May 12: Mark Carney made positive strides in Washington, but other challenges over unity await him in Canada, readers say. You can write to us too, at letters@ottawacitizen.com

Other

8 h. ago Secrecy over troubled Canadian Surface Combatant program continues

Documents withheld for six years, heavily censored

Other

11 h. ago US House to Claw Back Biden’s Climate Law to Fund Trump Tax Cuts

US House Republicans plan to help pay for an extension of President Donald Trump’s massive tax cuts by clawing back unused funds from scores of programs and grants in his predecessor’s signature climate law.

Politics

12 h. ago Calgary Wild FC savours historic match to kick off women's pro soccer in city

Scoreless draw with visiting Ottawa Rapid can't sour mood of McMahon Stadium in Northern Soccer League tilt on Mother's Day

Sport

14 h. ago Dubois marque en quatrième prolongation et la Victoire bat la Charge

L’équipe de Montréal a inscrit un dramatique gain de 3-2 contre la Charge d’Ottawa.

Other

17 h. ago La Victoire remporte le plus long match de hockey féminin de l’histoire

La formation montréalaise est venue à bout de la Charge d'Ottawa en quatrième prolongation.

Sport

17 h. ago LEAF NOTES: Wearing down Tanev will be focal point of Panthers’ game plan

Veteran defenceman shrugs off any discomfort he’s hiding, insisting, 'I feel great, every day’s a great day'

Other

19 h. ago City homeless report sees crisis, dismisses public with ‘lazy’ language 

“The homelessness crisis in Toronto is worsening,” a recently released report says – and people are blaming immigration, drug use, NIMBYism, housing and affordability. The “stakeholder engagement report” is meant to provide information about the City of Toronto’s upcoming five-year homelessness plan. While the full 84-page report sheds little new light on the state of […]

Other

20 h. ago Ottawa brewery holding Charge watch parties to boost support for women's hockey

Dozens of fans in Ottawa Charge jerseys gathered at Lowertown Brewery for an official watch party event on Sunday.

Sport