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The Eastern Extension of LRT won’t receive the green light before New Year’s Eve, officially making it behind schedule. However, if all goes according to plan and we don’t have any major hiccups, it will hopefully hit the ground running by early-2026. That still doesn’t change the fact that transit fares will be going up next year. In light of today’s news, should that change? Kristy Cameron sifts through the CFRA textboard and tackles today’s Question of the Day. Meantime, a Canadian acting celebrity is currently living in Canada’s Capital, as...
November 24, 2025 - 18:02 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
We have an official idea as to when transit riders will be able to take the O-Train into Orleans. The Eastern Extension of LRT, which extends the line from Blair Station to Trim Station, was originally expected to be operational this year. Today, we can confirm that it won’t be open before Christmas, or even New Year’s Eve. However, it’s likely to receive the green light in the early stages of 2026. Joining Kristy Cameron for today’s Municipal Heat Panel are Beacon Hill-Cyrville councillor Tim Tierney and Barrhaven East councillor Wilson Lo. Meantime, the co-owner...
November 24, 2025 - 18:01 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
The Ford government says it will require defendants to pay cash security deposits before they are released from custody. It’s part of a new legislation that is aimed at ‘tightening’ bail requirements and improving bail compliance, according to Ontario Attorney General Doug Downey. Chris Lewis, a former OPP Commissioner, joins Kristy Cameron with his two cents. But first, we bring you up to speed on today’s top headlines.
November 24, 2025 - 18:00 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
November 24, 2025 - 12:38 | | CBC News - Canada
The Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital is feeling the pressure of the incoming viral season, forcing the cancellation of surgeries and turning staff members’ offices into temporary patient rooms. Michael Cohen is the President and CEO of the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital. He joins Kristy Cameron on today’s Ottawa Now.
November 21, 2025 - 18:30 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
City Hall is engaged in talks to purchase a private landfill in Ottawa’s East End, a direct attempt to help address the municipality’s garbage disposal needs. On Friday, the Finance and Corporate Services Committee voted on whether to purchase the Capital Region Resource Recovery Centre, located at the intersection of Highway 417 and Boundary Road. It passed 8 to 3, with Orleans West-Innes councillor Laura Dudas among the crowd of voters who approved the idea. She outlines her reasoning on today’s Ottawa Now.
November 21, 2025 - 18:25 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
