Hour 1 of Ottawa Now for Thurs. July 10th, 2025

A trio of Ottawa hospitals have some of the longest wait times in Ontario, according to an initial assessment from a hospital E.R. doctor. Additionally, all five E.R.’s in Canada’s Capital have exceeded the provincial average. Joining Kristy Cameron to comment further is Dr. Alan Drummond, an Emergency Physician based in Perth. He is also a former President for the Canadian Association of Emergency Physicians. Over at LeBreton Flats, it’s a big night for music lovers and concert-goers. We preview the Opening Night lineup for RBC Bluesfest 2025. But first, we bring you up to speed on today’s top headlines, starting with a teenager’s arrest in connection to a shocking attack in Quadeville.