Unpublished Newswire
Nowadays, news outlets like print media and digital media keep us informed. Several generations ago, if you wanted to make a public announcement, a 'town crier' would ring a bell and read it out loud. It's a lost art in today's complicated world, but a weekend competition is keeping history alive. This year, Ottawa is playing host to the annual Ontario Guild of Town Criers Competition, with the field of play running from 12PM to 5PM on Saturday and Sunday. Jenn Olivero is the President of the Ontario Guild of Town Criers, and she has over 20 years of experience under her belt. She shows...
May 8, 2026 - 18:35 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
Ontario is set to lose more than 33 percent of the International student population because of Canada’s student permit cap. It was introduced by the Trudeau Liberals in January of 2024. And according to a new report from Statistics Canada, it unsurprisingly led to a sharp decline in new International students, as well as a more moderate drop in overall enrollment. What does this all mean for Canadian universities? More importantly, how does it impact their reputation as educational leaders? Kristy Cameron digs deeper with Rob Kristofferson, the President of the Ontario...
May 8, 2026 - 18:30 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
Jennifer Filip and her husband live in Greely with their 5-year-old Border Collie Poodle mix. And while music fans know Shady as Eminem’s alter-ego, this canine has turned into a household hero. At around 12:30 Monday morning, the couple was sound asleep as their bungalow caught fire. The blaze started in their shed – located right next to the house – and it spread to the house within a matter of minutes. But thanks to Shady’s loud barking, the couple woke up and made it out just in time. Jennifer joins Kristy Cameron on Ottawa Now.
May 8, 2026 - 18:25 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
When should children move out of the family house? Back in 2021, the proportion of Millennials aged 25 to 39 living with their parents was twice that of Baby Boomers in 1991 – 16.3 percent compared to 8.2 percent. That’s according to new analysis from Statistics Canada. And while housing affordability for Millennials is an evergreen issue, one of the study’s authors says the cost of home ownership is only one of the factors that has driven these multi-generational changes. Paul Kershaw is the founder of Generation Squeeze and a UBC Professor. He joins Kristy Cameron on...
May 8, 2026 - 18:20 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
Is a trip to the local cinema on the Mother’s Day itinerary? If so, Matt Demers has got you covered with his Weekly Movie Picks. Then, we preview tonight’s CTV Ottawa supper-hour newscast with Stefan Keyes. And finally, we check in with Jackie Perez, who is vibing with the Ottawa sports crowds!
May 8, 2026 - 18:03 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
Kristy Cameron is trying to get through 7 full days without her cellphone! How is she faring? We get a quick check-in as Hour 3 commences. Speaking of the good old days, you might notice some Town Criers walking the streets of Ottawa this weekend. And before you ask what year it is, please calm down. It’s only a group of participants making their way to the 2026 Ontario Guild of Town Criers Competition. One of them shows us how it’s done. But first, it’s time to tackle today’s Question of the Day!
May 8, 2026 - 18:02 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
