3 d. ago Today's letters: On the anniversary of 9/11, New York shows what 'resilience' is

Thursday, Sept. 11: It's hard to believe 24 years have passed since the attack on the twin towers, a reader says. You can write to us too, at letters@ottawacitizen.com

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3 d. ago Bombardier CEO eager to grow defence segment amid military spending pledge

TORONTO — Bombardier Inc.’s CEO sees opportunities from government procurement for Canada’s military, as the Montreal-based industrial firm positions itself more toward the defence side of its portfolio. Speaking at the Canadian Club in Toronto today, Eric Martel says he thinks Bombardier will continue to be known for its business jets, but that Bombardier Defence, […]

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4 d. ago Today's letters: Better information would help Canadians battle tariffs

Wednesday, Sept. 10: We need to know more about how our money is flowing south of the border, a reader says. You can write to us too, at letters@ottawacitizen.com

Economics

5 d. ago Today's letters: Canada's military is in very poor condition

Tuesday, Sept. 9: Choosing between Latvia and Ukraine shows how much the Armed Forces have weakened in the past few decades, a reader says. You can write to us at letters@ottawacitizen.com

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1 week ago Today's letters: Lessons from a graveyard about the value of vaccines

Thursday, Sept. 4: When I first started teaching, there was no measles vaccine. The result was harrowing, says one reader. You can write to us too, at letters@ottawacitizen.com

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1 week ago Today's letters: Queers for Palestine should be charged over Pride parade disruption

Tuesday, Sept. 2: Readers both condemn and defend the group that shut down the annual celebration with its demands over Gaza. You can write to us too, at letters@ottawacitizen.com

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1 week ago Today's letters: Iconic city buildings, like Barrymore's, deserve better

Wednesday, Sept. 3: Is a pot shop the best we can do for a once-famous music venue, a reader asks. You can write to us too, at letters@ottawacitizen.com

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2 w. ago Today's letters: Please learn to stop at stop signs, drivers

Friday, Aug. 29: Banning turns on red lights is fine, but could we also get people to obey other traffic safety laws, a reader asks. You can write to us too, at letters@ottawacitizen.com

Transport

2 w. ago Today's letters: Sedge grasses a better way to cope with lawn drought

Thursday, Aug. 28: Too much watering? One reader proposes a natural solution. You can write to us too, at letters@ottawacitizen.com

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2 w. ago Canada joins allies for military drills off disputed South China Sea shoal

The Philippines said the Royal Canadian Navy frigate HMCS Ville de Quebec joined Philippine and Australian warships and aircraft for drills near the Scarborough Shoal.

Events

2 w. ago Today's letters: New sidewalks aren't always safer than roads

Wednesday, Aug. 27: In Manor Park, those with disabilities may be better served on quiet, wider roads, says one reader. You can write to us too, at letters@ottawacitizen.com

Transport

2 w. ago Carney extends Canada’s military mission in Latvia by three years to 2029

There are now 2,000 Canadian Armed Forces troops in Latvia as part of Operation Reassurance, which is Canada's largest overseas mission

Society

2 w. ago Canada extending military mission in Latvia to ‘deter’ Russia, Carney says

Carney's office says there are now 2,000 Canadian Armed Forces troops in Latvia as part of Operation Reassurance, which is Canada’s largest overseas mission.

Society

2 w. ago Draganfly Uniquely Positioned to Support Canada’s New $2 Billion Military Commitment to Ukraine with Advanced Drone and Tactical Capabilities

Saskatoon, SK, Aug. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Draganfly Inc. (NASDAQ: DPRO) (CSE: DPRO) (FSE: 3U8) (“Draganfly” or the “Company”), an industry-leading developer of drone solutions and systems, today provided insight into its unique positioning to support Canada’s newly announced $2 billion military aid package to Ukraine, which includes over $220 million dedicated to drone, […]

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2 w. ago Today's letters: ByWard Market woes are simply migrating elsewhere

Monday, Aug. 25: ByWard Market crime has dropped, police say. But some trouble-makers have just rmoved to Sparks Street, a reader responds. Write to us at letters@ottawacitizen.com.

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2 w. ago In Kyiv, Carney not ruling out Canadian troops in Ukraine if peace deal reached

PM said Canada doesn't think it is 'realistic' that Ukraine's military alone would be enough for a security guarantee

Transport

2 w. ago Drones, armoured vehicles part of Canada’s $2B military aid package for Ukraine

Canada details $2B Ukraine aid including drones, arms, and $31M for reconstruction and digital resilience, as PM ark Carney visits Kyiv on Independence Day.

Events

2 w. ago Number of female Canadian soldiers on UN peacekeeping missions craters

Canada has just two female military peacekeepers deployed with the UN, sparking concern it’s failing its own goals on women’s participation in peacekeeping.

Society

3 w. ago Canada’s top soldier joins NATO talks on potential Ukraine peace plan

OTTAWA — The head of Canada’s military spoke with other top soldiers across the NATO alliance Wednesday, as they seek options for upholding peace in Ukraine if a ceasefire comes into force. Chief of the Defence Staff Gen. Jennie Carignan was among those who took part in a virtual discussion with her counterparts from 32 […]

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3 w. ago Today's letters: Gridlock due to countless construction projects plagues Ottawa

Wednesday, Aug. 20: Whoever permitted countless road closures didn't think things through, readers opine. Have your say by writing letters@ottawacitizen.com

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