Source Feed: Global News - Ottawa
Author: Isaac Callan
Publication Date: February 19, 2026 - 06:00
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Ford government faces ‘save OSAP’ campaign to reverse student loan changes
February 19, 2026
As part of a push to sustain the struggling post-secondary sector, the province will inject new cash into colleges and universities and allow them to raise tuition fees.
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Ontario is examining legislation that would allow special constables to arrest and ticket drug users. Today, Ottawa City Council has voted 17-7 to endorse that legislation. It would also expand present-day enforcement powers to OC Transpo special constables, who would be able to arrest and fine people using drugs on public transit. The motion was moved by Rideau-Vanier councillor Stéphanie Plante. She joins Kristy Cameron on today’s Ottawa Now.
February 25, 2026 - 17:48 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
The Ottawa police are asking for the public's help in identifying a suspect following a home invasion and carjacking that took place at about 2:10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 14 on Howden Avenue. Read More
February 25, 2026 - 17:46 | Doug Menary | Ottawa Citizen
Halton Regional Police have charged a Hamilton police officer with child exploitation offences; the constable has been suspended without pay.
February 25, 2026 - 17:26 | Prisha Dev | Global News - Canada
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