9 h. ago Ottawa Senators turn attention to NHL free agency on Canada Day

Will there be any fireworks at the Canadian Tire Centre on Tuesday? The light show that will be held downtown on Canada Day is guaranteed, but it will be up to Steve Staios, the Ottawa Senators’ president of hockey operations and general manager, to determine if all the talk will turn to action when the […]

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34 h. ago Giroux staying with Senators, source says as Blue Jackets re

The 37-year-old Giroux is set to return for a fourth season in Ottawa, after helping the Senators reach the playoffs for the first time in eight years.

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35 h. ago Ottawa Senators sign alternate captain Claude Giroux to extension

Claude Giroux is staying home. The Ottawa Senators alternate captain signed on the dotted line Sunday by agreeing to a one-year contract extension that will pay him $2 million U.S. with the opportunity to earn up to $2.75 million in incentives. Steve Staios, the club’s president of hockey operations and general manager, was able to […]

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42 h. ago FLAMES FREE AGENCY PREVIEW: Who could Conroy target on Canada Day?

While we don’t expect the Flames to be big spenders in unrestricted free agency, we do have a few suggestions for Craig Conroy’s wish-list.

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51 h. ago A look at who the Ottawa Senators selected in the 2025 NHL draft

Blake Vanek, the son of former NHLer Thomas Vanek, was selected No. 93 overall on Day 2 of the draft

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3 d. ago Ottawa Senators get their man, defenceman Logan Hensler, at No. 23 in NHL draft

Senators move back two spots to select Wisconsin defenceman at No. 23

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3 d. ago Ottawa Senators could target rugged UFA winger Tanner Jeannot on July 1

The Senators may study toughness on the NHL's free agent market

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3 d. ago Ottawa Senators will have a new look on their helmets in 2025

The Ottawa Senators have a new road helmet sponsor. The Senators announced on Friday that they’ve reached an agreement to wear the Fullscript logo for away games and the company’s logo will also be featured on the ice at the Canadian Tire Centre. “We have admired the way Fullscript has embraced the community spirit in […]

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4 d. ago Kinaxis and Ottawa Senators Renew Partnership, Uniting National Capital Region

Bold partnership focuses on elevating community impact and brand presence OTTAWA, Ontario — Kinaxis® (TSX:KXS), a global leader in end-to-end supply chain orchestration, is proud to announce a renewed three-year partnership with the Ottawa Senators and their AHL affiliate, the Belleville Senators. This collaboration is designed to amplify Kinaxis’ brand visibility, deepen community roots, and […]

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4 d. ago Brazeau recovering after collapsing in Senate Wednesday due to ’dizzy spell’

OTTAWA — A Senate spokesman says Sen. Patrick Brazeau is recovering after a “dizzy spell” made him “briefly lose consciousness” Tuesday during debate in the Senate on the government’s major projects bill. The 50-year-old Independent senator rose to speak before falling sideways to the floor just after 4 p.m. yesterday. The Senate spokesman says Brazeau […]

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4 d. ago Ottawa Senators coach Travis Green is hopeful Claude Giroux will return

Travis Green’s only input into the preparations for Round 1 of the National Hockey League draft on Friday night was a quick visit to the room where the amateur scouts are holding their meetings. “I pop in, bring in some Timbits and wish them luck,” the Senators coach said on Thursday morning at the Canadian […]

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4 d. ago Senate could vote on controversial major projects bill today

OTTAWA — The Senate could vote today on Prime Minister Mark Carney’s controversial major projects bill — legislation that would give the federal government the power to fast-track projects it hopes will bolster the economy. The bill, which moved swiftly through the House of Commons, is subject to a programming motion in the Senate — […]

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4 d. ago Senators willing to move back from No. 21 in NHL draft – if the price is right

The Senators are confident if they select at No. 21 they'll get a good player.

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4 d. ago More than 800 Canadians have left Iran, Israel amid conflict: officials

Global Affairs Canada said the agency is also aware of many Canadians across the Middle East region who have reached safety independently.

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5 d. ago Brazeau collapses in Senate, staff says he appears to be recovering

OTTAWA — Senate debate on the federal government’s major projects bill was briefly suspended after a senator collapsed on the floor of the chamber. Sen. Patrick Brazeau rose to speak before collapsing sideways onto the floor, though a Senate spokesman said that he appears to be recovering follow an examination by paramedics. Speaker Raymonde Gagne […]

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5 d. ago Canada issues deportation orders, cancels visas for Iranian regime members

OTTAWA — The federal border agency says three people have been found ineligible to remain in Canada in recent years for being senior officials of the Iranian regime. The Canada Border Services Agency says deportation orders were issued for all three and one has been removed from Canada. In 2022, Ottawa declared Iran’s leaders — […]

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5 d. ago With July 1 looming, talks between Senators and Claude Giroux continue

The talk has yet to turn to action for the Ottawa Senators and Claude Giroux. The good news is that the two sides are continuing to work on trying to keep the 37-year-old winger in the fold, but they still have a gap to bridge to get a contract extension in place. Steve Staios, the […]

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5 d. ago Opioid deaths in Canada fell 17% but 20 people still died per day in 2024

The data for 2024 released Wednesday by the Public Health Agency of Canada showed 7,146 deaths were recorded last year, 80 per cent of which were in just three provinces.

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5 d. ago Ottawa Senators GM Steve Staios studying roster changes as draft week heats up

Steve Staios is keeping his options open as one of the busiest weeks on the National Hockey League schedule kicks into high gear. The Ottawa Senators president of hockey operations and general manager plays his cards close to his vest, but with Round 1 of the NHL draft set for Friday and free agency opening […]

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5 d. ago Tainted salami illnesses rising across Canada with over a dozen in Ontario

Illnesses linked to Genova and Genoa Salami brands continue to rise in Canada, so you may want to reduce your consumption of deli meats in sandwiches.The Public Health Agency of Canada released an update on Tuesday regarding the recall of Rea brand Genoa Salami and Bona brand Genova Salami due to salmonella contamination.The affected products were distributed in Alberta, Ontario, and Manitoba at grocery stores, specialty markets, restaurants, cafes, delis, and butcher shops."These products may have been used in prepared products like sandwiches or sold at deli counters," reads the update.Earlier this month, the agency reported 57 salmonella-related illnesses in Canada, with 44 cases in Alberta and 13 in Ontario. Now, there are 72 cases — 57 in Alberta, one in Manitoba and 14 in Ontario. The number of hospitalizations remains at seven.The affected products include:Rea brand Genoa Salami Sweet (Lots: 5035 226 and 5049 226)Rea brand Genoa Salami Hot (Lots: 5020 228 and ...

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