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While construction of the brand-new Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus is still years away, Friday did mark a significant milestone in this lengthy process. CTV’s Kimberley Fowler joins Kristy Cameron 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.
July 24, 2026 - 18:03 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
It’s been 23 days since Canada’s Capital was ravaged by a massive rainstorm. The Canada Day floods have destroyed nearly 7,000 basements, and not all of the hardest-hit areas have qualified for provincial funding. College Ward councillor Laine Johnson says the municipality continues to negotiate with the Ford government to expand the DRAO Program, but no clear progress has been made at this time. However, she insists that discussions are still ongoing. Johnson drops by for a visit in Hour 3. But first, we open the floor to the mighty CFRA Nation, as we tackle today’s...
July 24, 2026 - 18:02 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
The City of Ottawa will launch a new ad campaign later this Summer to encourage federal public servants to spend more time in the Downtown Core. That is, once their work hours are done for the day. It’s an effort to help alleviate pressure on OC Transpo buses and the O-Train fleet, as well as Ottawa’s roadways. Kristy Cameron checks in with Nathan Prier, the President of the Canadian Association of Professional Employees. On a totally different note, if you’re looking to check out the latest theatrical releases, Matt Demers has got you covered with his Weekly Movie...
July 24, 2026 - 18:01 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
Ottawa’s Mayor is addressing Canada’s Capital this afternoon, as new data rolls in about the July 1st floods and the damage they caused. How are the recovery efforts looking right now? Is more DRAO assistance on the way? We take you live to Ottawa City Hall. Meantime, since the start of 2026, 7 fatal collisions have unfolded on Highway 17, as provincial officials prepare to take action. They are putting plans in motion to make the highway safer for motorists. Renfrew Mayor Tom Sidney joins the show in Hour 1. But first, we bring you up to speed on today’s top headlines...
July 24, 2026 - 18:00 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
A massive waterpark is planned for Stittsville – located along Palladium Drive, right near the Highway 417 exit, and just down the road from Tanger Outlets. CTV’s Tyler Fleming joins us with the details in Hour 4. Then, we preview tonight’s CTV Ottawa supper-hour newscast with Stefan Keyes. And if news breaks in real time, you’ll hear it live on CFRA’s Ottawa Now.
July 23, 2026 - 18:03 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
Last Summer, the City of Ottawa ended free parking in Hintonburg, Wellington Village, and Westboro. Before that, drivers could park for free for 90 minutes along stretches of Wellington Street West and Richmond Road. Since then, roughly 700 parking spots have parking metres. It’s a price tag of 3 bucks per hour – with a 2-hour limit. The municipality was hoping to encourage turnover and support local businesses, but nearby business owners believe that these changes have had the opposite effect. Kristy Cameron chats with Christina Ballhorn, the owner of Flock Boutique in...
July 23, 2026 - 18:02 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
