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A statement from the Department of Finance says the government sought the inquiry in response to a request from the Canadian Association of Vegetable Growers and Processors.
March 27, 2026 - 18:10 | Globalnews Digital | Global News - Canada
Construction season is off to an early start in Canada’s Capital, and it’s already slowing down traffic in key travel arteries. CTV’s Josh Marano delivers the details in Hour 4. Then, we preview tonight’s CTV Ottawa supper-hour newscast with Jackie Perez and Stefan Keyes. And if news breaks in real time, you’ll hear it live on CFRA’s Ottawa Now.
March 27, 2026 - 18:03 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
After a lengthy search, OC Transpo has finally found their next General Manager. Ottawa's City Manager says Rick Leary has the credentials to do the job, but his previous stint at the TTC didn't have a graceful ending. We've heard from a few city councillors. We've heard from Ottawa Transit Riders. And now, Kristy Cameron hands the microphone to the mighty CFRA Nation, as we tackle today's Question of the Day. Can he get the job done, and does he have your support? Plus, we are one week into Spring, and that means allergy season is fast approaching. But before you grab that bottle of...
March 27, 2026 - 18:02 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
Rick Leary has been hired to turn Ottawa’s transit system around, and Ottawa’s City Manager feels confident that he can do the job. He spent 10 years with the TTC, including 7 years as its CEO. But in 2024, with 2 years remaining on his TTC contract and a mayoral change looming in Toronto, he stepped aside. And that’s when the complaints started to fly. Is he the right person to complete this demanding task? Kristy Cameron chats with Laura Shantz, a Board Member of Ottawa Transit Riders, in Hour 2. Plus, after countless years of heartbreak and punishment, Mr. Hollywood...
March 27, 2026 - 18:01 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
Following an extensive search, a former CEO of the Toronto Transit Commission has been chosen to lead OC Transpo. Rick Leary was officially introduced as the new General Manager of Transit Services on Friday, while interim leader Troy Charter remains in the front-office picture. What’s the confidence level at City Hall right now? Kristy Cameron checks in with Alta Vista councillor Marty Carr and Stittsville councillor Glen Gower. Both sit on Ottawa’s Transit Committee. But first, we bring you up to speed on today’s top headlines.
March 27, 2026 - 18:00 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
Thousands of federal public servants over the age of 50 — and in some cases 55 — can now apply to retire early without facing financial penalties.
March 27, 2026 - 17:34 | | CBC News - Ottawa
