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Publication Date: July 16, 2026 - 18:02
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Hour 3 of Ottawa Now for Thurs. July 16th, 2026
July 16, 2026
City Council has passed a $30 million transportation plan, but the Canada Day floods have caused some damages near the Moodie LRT station. And while the Summer commute might look a bit busier than previous years due to the new RTO mandates from the feds, the real test begins in September when everyone returns from vacation. Is our transit system ready? Some are keeping the faith, but most don’t seem confident. Kristy Cameron sifts through the CFRA textboard and tackles today’s Question of the Day. Plus, it’s time to talk gardening with everyone’s favourite gardening expert. And this week, Carson Arthur is soaking in the Muskoka cottage lifestyle!
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As Canada hits America with retaliatory tariffs, U.S. President Donald Trump says that Canadian products will be banned from U.S. government contracts. Guest host Chris Holski fills us in on the latest developments in Hour 4. Plus, we preview tonight’s CTV Ottawa supper-hour newscast with Jackie Perez and Stefan Keyes.
September 8, 2026 - 18:03 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
The Carney government has installed a series of counter-tariffs against the United States. Effective this morning, 50 percent tariffs have been placed on a variety of American dairy products, while certain steel and aluminum products have also risen from 25 percent to 50 percent. We also have 25 percent tariffs on select U.S. wood products. And yes, even makeup products are being taxed. Prime Minister Carney addressed Canadians in a 15-minute online video, warning of the tough times ahead and outlining a series of federal support measures that will be put in place. But it’s no...
September 8, 2026 - 18:02 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
About 350 lab technicians and technologists with Dynacare hit the picket lines in Winnipeg and other cities, while a labour board hearing is taking place to determine if the employees need to be deemed essential workers.
September 8, 2026 - 18:01 | Brittany Hobson | The Globe and Mail
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