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Finding my village: How I retraced my ancestors' journey from Ottawa to China and back

Century-old records and a leap of faith took me from an Ottawa restaurant dynasty to my family’s roots in China.

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What Dr. Vera Etches learned from 15 years at Ottawa Public Health

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Dr. Vera Etches at Ottawa City Hall after saying a formal farewell at council as she leaves her job as the head of Ottawa Public Health to take over as CEO of CHEO.

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Premier Doug Ford confirms he will call snap Ontario election next week

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Man in critical condition after head-on crash with OC Transpo bus

Paramedics were on the scene of a collision between a bus and a car at Woodroffe and Knoxdale shortly before noon on Jan. 24.

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Man hospitalized with gunshot wounds after Vanier shooting

Paramedics arrived to the area of Richelieu Avenue in Vanier at about 3:45 p.m. on Jan. 23.

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Two from Ottawa charged with attempted murder after two-year investigation

The assault occurred Jan. 23, 2023, in Alfred-Plantagenet Township.

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Charlotte Street assault suspect identified, Ottawa police say

The suspect in a mid-September assault in Sandy Hill has been identified, Ottawa police announced on Thursday.

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City of Ottawa loses appeal against Kanata Golf and Country Club redevelopment

In dismissing the city's application, the panel of three judges for the Court of Appeal for Ontario said its decision was in keeping with a 2022 ruling by the Ontario Land Tribunal that suggested the ClubLink proposal represented good neighbourhood planning.

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MacDougall: Poilievre's cuts to the public service won't be easy to make

Part of the reason the public service got so big under Justin Trudeau is because it took its cues from the man at the top.

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Andrew MacDougall 20?hours ago Opinion
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Denley: Ford wants an anti-Trump election. He might not get it

Does Ford really think he’ll be sitting across from Trump negotiating deals? That’s the federal government's job, not the Ontario premier's

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Randall Denley 10?hours ago Opinion
Mamais: Meta's new policy will only add to disinformation

In 2025, Donald Trump, Elon Musk and now Mark Zuckerberg are letting the world know that, like it or not, they are in control of how 'truth' will be defined.

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Today's letters: The big issue in the ByWard Market is homelessness

Friday, Jan. 24: The Market has lots of issues, but until we can solve the problem of those without housing, the rest don't matter, says one reader. You can write to us too, at letters@ottawacitizen.com

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Pellerin: Make the ByWard Market a teenager-friendly destination

Teens shouldn’t just be relegated to a “youth area” off George Street. The whole ByWard Market should be an epic teen magnet.

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Brigitte Pellerin 1?day ago Opinion

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10 of the best Ottawa restaurants for a romantic date

For Valentine's Day, anniversaries and date nights, Citizen restaurant critic Peter Hum has just the places for you.

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These br?léed ice cream sandwiches are so good you'll want them in winter

Moo Shu perfected its winter-only ice cream sandwiches after plenty of trial and error, and the payoff is incredible.

January 14, 2025 Life
Hum: JnJ Bakery makes unbelievably affordable Korean treats

Bulgogi croquettes, mocha buns, and heartfelt baking — why this Ottawa bakery and cafe should be your next stop.

January 9, 2025 Life
These sweet and savoury croffles in Ottawa really do surpass croissants and waffles

My first instinct upon hearing about the croffle was to dismiss it as a trendy flash-in-the-pan. How wrong I was.

January 7, 2025 Life
Ottawa restaurateurs hope tax holiday will boost January business

Due to a new federal law, the HST has been removed from restaurant meals, among other purchases, until Feb. 15.

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January 4, 2025 News

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What happens when Ottawa artists play with fire (literally)

Ottawa Glassblowing Coop takes you inside the fiery world of artisan glasswork.

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21 of the best Ottawa live music venues, from basement rock clubs to soft-seat theatres

Arts reporter Lynn Saxberg refuses to hibernate during festival off-season. Here is her guide to local clubs and indoor venues for your next live music fix.

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Why I love skating on the Rideau Canal Skateway at night

Arts reporter Lynn Saxberg shares what it’s like to skate the Rideau Canal after dark, with advice and answers to common concerns about safety and conditions.

January 17, 2025 Life
Rideau Canal Skateway isn’t the star of this year's Winterlude Festival

The world’s largest skating rink is getting the cold shoulder in the upcoming edition of Ottawa’s winter festival. Here’s where you'll find Winterlude activities — and where you won’t.

January 16, 2025 News
Cappies: St. Mark performed a polished, witty, heartfelt production of Anne of Green Gables

Show #? 3 St. Mark High School Anne of Green Gables Director: Erin Hand

January 6, 2025 Cappies

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Ottawa Redblacks re-sign 'The Party Starter' Adarius Pickett to one-year deal

Adarius Pickett will be back with the Ottawa Redblacks next season.

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A Battle of Ontario may be just what the Senators need to get back on track

Finally, a Battle of Ontario with meaning.

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Veteran forward Sam Gagner signs professional tryout with Belleville Senators

"There's no promise of anything. It's a PTO and not a contract," assistant GM Ryan Bowness says "It's a day at a time."

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TAKEAWAYS: Ottawa Senators blanked by Joonas Korpisalo and Bruins in Boston

It’s not like the Ottawa Senators stunk up the TD Garden on Thursday.

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NCC targets end of 2025 to finalize sale of LeBreton Flats land to Ottawa Senators

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Conservatives say they could shrink federal workforce by 17,000 yearly by not replacing leavers

'Each year, more than 17,000 employees leave the public service and reductions can be made by simply not backfilling vacant positions'

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Job cuts at Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada tough pill to swallow for Ottawa

Affected employees are expected to start receive letters in mid-February, according to the Canadian Employment and Immigration Union.

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Inmates working in prisons want to be treated like public servants

The inmates who work inside federal prison cafeterias, kitchens and laundry rooms want the right to unionize like other public servants.

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More than 3,000 jobs to be cut from IRCC, says union

These workers at Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada process applications for citizenship, permanent and temporary residency and passports, as well as conducting interviews.

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De la Ronde: It's never too early to prepare for retirement in the public service

Public Service Confidential: After decades in public service, V. C. de la Ronde shares the advice she wishes she had known at the start of her career.

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Military watchdog calls out Liberals over treatment of Afghan war advisers

“This was kind of my last big splash to try to prompt some action.”

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Want to see a copy of a speech by Canada's top general? Then you’ll have to pay

Internal documents reveal why the Canadian military refused to share copies of a 2024 speech by Gen. Wayne Eyre with the Ottawa Citizen.

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Military hopes new helmet will protect special forces from traumatic brain injuries

The Department of National Defence expects the helmets will be ready in 2026 or early 2027.

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January 17, 2025 Defence Watch
Watchdog slams Canadian military police for failing to review sexual assault investigation

Kristen Adams complained that Canadian military police failed to properly investigate her sexual assault in Latvia.

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January 16, 2025 Defence Watch
Construction has started on new Canadian military drones but they won't be fully ready until 2033

Two of 11 drones the government is buying from a U.S. company are being built in California.

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January 10, 2025 Defence Watch

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Why can't Canada have superstar baseball players? Just ask Vlad Guerrero Jr.

It's not about taxes. The Blue Jays' dithering with the homegrown showpiece sends a message to winning-minded players — and fans across the country

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The rise and fall (and rise again?) of the ByWard Market

As the ByWard Market bleeds businesses, the historic district faces an uncertain future — and a fight to stay relevant.

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January 12, 2025 News
Ottawa's large experiment with 'safer' opioids could be nearing an end

The safer supply program, which hands out high-doses of opioids and stimulants to protect drug users, is about to lose federal funding.

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December 30, 2024 News
Deachman: Is there Christmas if you're homeless in Ottawa?

The Salvation Army's outreach teams are trying to find housing for 293 people sleeping rough as Christmas approaches. I spent a night with one of the teams to hear the stories of some homeless Ottawans.

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December 23, 2024 Local News
How Gord Miller became the voice of the world junior hockey championship

When the puck drops on Boxing Day in Ottawa, it will mark the 30th anniversary of Miller behind the microphone introducing Canadians to the next generation of stars.

December 20, 2024 Hockey

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Opinion: What Canadians keep getting wrong about their liver health

We now know that only nine per cent of Canadians prioritize their liver when thinking about their health—well behind heart, mental health, digestive, lung and even skin health.

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Overdose-induced brain injuries: Hard to diagnose and even harder to get the right care

The cumulative effects of repeated overdoses can lead to acquired brain injury, making it harder for people to access critical services such as health care, treatment and housing.

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Study identifies potential avenue for treating osteoarthritis after menopause

There are several reasons why, as females age, they are more likely to develop osteoarthritis—with one main reason being the drop in estrogen that occurs during menopause.

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The pros and cons of high-protein convenience foods

Having convenient packaged foods on hand costs more than something you make at home, but they can help satisfy hunger and keep you from grabbing a doughnut or another coffee.

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Bell Let's Talk Day: 'I know the desperation parents have' –?Q and A with teen mental health advocate Chris Coulter

Chris Coulter clears up misconceptions surrounding teen mental health and offers advice for how to tackle mental health issues he learned from his lived experience.

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Against all odds: The race to save a young stroke patient with locked-in syndrome

When Sophie Leblond Robert had a severe stroke at age 35, The Ottawa Hospital’s stroke team rushed to save her life. Damage from the stroke caused locked-in syndrome and left her care team wondering if she would ever get her life back. But with a specialized team and sheer determination, she defied the odds.

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Big breakthroughs for cancer patients thanks to immunotherapy treatment and research

The Ottawa Hospital is at the forefront when it comes to cancer immunotherapy research — from new therapies to clinicals trials. When Larry Trickey was diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that had metastasized, an immunotherapy clinical trial brought remarkable results.

December 2, 2024 INSIDE OTTAWA HOSPITAL
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How being caught in the line of gunfire changed Brandon Peacock’s life

Brandon Peacock was an innocent victim of a shooting in June 2020. He was in the wrong place at the wrong time. After being rushed to The Ottawa Hospital Trauma Centre by ambulance with a life-threatening injury, a team of medical experts was ready and waiting. This is his story.

November 1, 2024 INSIDE OTTAWA HOSPITAL
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Emerging details on plans for The Ottawa Hospital’s new campus

As design plans are finalized for the new hospital, details are emerging on specialized surgical suites, enhanced digital innovation and game-changing research, creating a better tomorrow for patients and their families.

October 1, 2024 INSIDE OTTAWA HOSPITAL
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A medical first — patient turned Ottawa Hospital nurse develops never-seen-before brain tumour

At age 21, Erin Brown received the shocking news that she had a brain tumour. Later, tests showed she had a tumour that had never been seen before, which took her down an unprecedented path and into the medical history books.

September 1, 2024 INSIDE OTTAWA HOSPITAL
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Social Scene | Community Builders: Heart Month

On Jan. 25, the TD Place Arena will host an exciting hockey showdown as Ottawa Fire Services faces off against the Ottawa Police Service in the annual Sirens Series. The game, following that day’s Ottawa 67’s match, marks the kickoff to the University of Ottawa Heart Institute Foundation’s Heart Month celebrations. This year, the rivalry is fiercer than ever. After Ottawa Fire Services claimed victory at the?Fight for the Cure?cancer fundraiser, tensions are running high. “We came out on top last year, and they came out on top the year before,” said Ottawa Police Association president Matt Cox about the annual hockey game. “So, this is the true rivalry.” While the game promises plenty of action, the real focus is on raising funds and awareness for the University of Ottawa Heart Institute, one of Canada’s leading cardiac centres. All funds raised throughout February will support innovative research, patient care and life-saving programs that have made a significant impact on heart health in the region. Lianne Laing, president of the UOHI Foundation, highlighted the vital connection between the Heart Institute and first responders: “They are often the first to the scene in a cardiac event, getting patients to the Heart Institute for treatment.” If hockey isn’t your cup of tea, there are plenty of other ways to get involved. Throughout February, iconic buildings across the city will light up in red to raise awareness, while local businesses sell paper hearts, with proceeds benefiting the Heart Institute. For a more indulgent way to show your support, enjoy a special Heart Month cocktail or mocktail at the Fairmont Ch?teau?Laurier.?If running is more your speed, join the Ottawa City Run Club on Feb.?4 for the Red Light Run, kicking off at Beyond the Pale Brewing Company at 7:30 p.m. These are just a few of the many initiatives happening across the capital. Every act of participation helps raise awareness and funds for heart health. To learn more or make a donation — every dollar of which will be matched — visit www.februaryisheartmonth.ca. If you know of someone doing something exceptional to help, we would love to share their story. Please send details to socialscene@postmedia.com and we will be in touch.

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Social Scene | Community Builders: Kick it for Parkinson's

Chantal Theriault is inviting the community to join her for the 2nd annual Kick it for Parkinson’s fundraiser at Therien Jiu-Jitsu & Kickboxing in Ottawa South on Feb. 23. This special event aims to raise funds and awareness for Parkinson’s disease through the Michael J. Fox Foundation, a cause that has deeply impacted Theriault’s life since her diagnosis of early onset Parkinson’s disease at just 37 years of age, about five years ago.

January 13, 2025 Social Scene
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Social Scene | Community Builders: Best of 2024

From heartfelt moments and endless smiles to the remarkable amounts of money raised for many important causes, photographer Ashley Fraser shares her standout Social Scene memories from 2024.

January 6, 2025 Social Scene
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Social Scene | Community Builders: Thyme & Again Holiday Shopping

Thyme & Again owner Sheila Whyte, along with a close-knit group of friends, came together with a shared vision to make a meaningful impact on the growing issue of food insecurity in Ottawa. What began as a casual gathering over a glass of wine soon blossomed into a collaborative effort to support those in need. In particular, they chose to help the Britannia Woods Food Pantry with a holiday shopping night and plans for more.

December 16, 2024 Social Scene
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Social Scene | Community Builders: Christmas Cheer Breakfast?

The Christmas Cheer Breakfast, now in its 73rd year, kicked off the holiday season Friday, Dec. 6, with a powerful display of community spirit and generosity. Held at the Infinity Convention Centre, the sold-out event brought together 600 attendees to support local charities, raising $150,000 for 31 organizations — up from 28 last year.

December 9, 2024 Social Scene
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Windsor police officer and pubgoer claim self-defence in assault trial

What Dr. Vera Etches learned from 15 years at Ottawa Public Health

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Denley: Ford wants an anti-Trump election. He might not get it

Mamais: Meta's new policy will only add to disinformation

Today's letters: The big issue in the ByWard Market is homelessness

Pellerin: Make the ByWard Market a teenager-friendly destination

10 of the best Ottawa restaurants for a romantic date

These br?léed ice cream sandwiches are so good you'll want them in winter

Hum: JnJ Bakery makes unbelievably affordable Korean treats

These sweet and savoury croffles in Ottawa really do surpass croissants and waffles

Ottawa restaurateurs hope tax holiday will boost January business

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What happens when Ottawa artists play with fire (literally)

21 of the best Ottawa live music venues, from basement rock clubs to soft-seat theatres

Why I love skating on the Rideau Canal Skateway at night

Rideau Canal Skateway isn’t the star of this year's Winterlude Festival

Cappies: St. Mark performed a polished, witty, heartfelt production of Anne of Green Gables

Ottawa Redblacks re-sign 'The Party Starter' Adarius Pickett to one-year deal

A Battle of Ontario may be just what the Senators need to get back on track

Veteran forward Sam Gagner signs professional tryout with Belleville Senators

TAKEAWAYS: Ottawa Senators blanked by Joonas Korpisalo and Bruins in Boston

NCC targets end of 2025 to finalize sale of LeBreton Flats land to Ottawa Senators

Conservatives say they could shrink federal workforce by 17,000 yearly by not replacing leavers

Job cuts at Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada tough pill to swallow for Ottawa

Inmates working in prisons want to be treated like public servants

More than 3,000 jobs to be cut from IRCC, says union

De la Ronde: It's never too early to prepare for retirement in the public service

Military watchdog calls out Liberals over treatment of Afghan war advisers

Want to see a copy of a speech by Canada's top general? Then you’ll have to pay

Military hopes new helmet will protect special forces from traumatic brain injuries

Watchdog slams Canadian military police for failing to review sexual assault investigation

Construction has started on new Canadian military drones but they won't be fully ready until 2033

Why can't Canada have superstar baseball players? Just ask Vlad Guerrero Jr.

The rise and fall (and rise again?) of the ByWard Market

Ottawa's large experiment with 'safer' opioids could be nearing an end

Deachman: Is there Christmas if you're homeless in Ottawa?

How Gord Miller became the voice of the world junior hockey championship

Opinion: What Canadians keep getting wrong about their liver health

Overdose-induced brain injuries: Hard to diagnose and even harder to get the right care

Study identifies potential avenue for treating osteoarthritis after menopause

The pros and cons of high-protein convenience foods

Bell Let's Talk Day: 'I know the desperation parents have' –?Q and A with teen mental health advocate Chris Coulter

Against all odds: The race to save a young stroke patient with locked-in syndrome

Big breakthroughs for cancer patients thanks to immunotherapy treatment and research

How being caught in the line of gunfire changed Brandon Peacock’s life

Emerging details on plans for The Ottawa Hospital’s new campus

A medical first — patient turned Ottawa Hospital nurse develops never-seen-before brain tumour

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