Source Feed: Ottawa Citizen
Author: Nicole Feriancek
Publication Date: May 14, 2026 - 04:00
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Unpublished Opinions
Why call it 'Bike Days?'; Lamenting Lansdowne 2.0 | Letters to the Editor
May 14, 2026
I’m curious why the NCC closes several parkways and calls it “Bike Days”. I live near Queen Elizabeth Drive, and notice that even when the roadway is closed to cars, the majority of cyclists still use the pathway. This is uncomfortable, if not downright dangerous, for the many pedestrians who use the pathway. But when I suggested to the NCC that they might put up signs to at least encourage cyclists to use the open road, they did not think that would be appropriate. So why call it “Bike Days”? Read More
Unpublished Newswire
The head of the union representing Ottawa's transit operators is warning about workplace pressures after service on Lines 1 and 4 was interrupted on Saturday due to staffing issues.
May 19, 2026 - 04:00 | | CBC News - Ottawa
Last year, Natural Resources Canada updated its map of "plant hardiness zones" in the wake of the changing climate. That means gardeners in eastern Ontario may have more options this year when it comes which plants will thrive and survive.
May 19, 2026 - 04:00 | | CBC News - Ottawa
Rachel Lyons’s service dog, Geneva, helps her navigate the world, and often garners attention from strangers. But when people try to distract Geneva, it can cause medical issues for her.
May 19, 2026 - 04:00 | | CBC News - Ottawa
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