Unpublished Newswire
Today marks International Overdose Day – a day to raise awareness about overdose deaths, to highlight that they are preventable, and to reduce the stigma of drug-related deaths. It’s a day that especially hits close to home for the friends and family of loved ones who were taken by drugs. Last year, right here in Ottawa, 74 people lost their lives due to opioid toxicity. Kristy Cameron checks in with Rob Boyd, the CEO of Ottawa Inner City Health, in Hour 2. Meantime, a dramatic scene unfolded at the Fallowfield Train Station on Sunday afternoon, as a car-train collision...
August 31, 2026 - 18:01 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
The previous "Rumours" closed in the 1990s but a couple brought it back in 2024. They're now facing the potential of having to close this iteration because of rising costs.
August 31, 2026 - 17:56 | Sean Previl | Global News - Canada
A drug alert was issued for Regina after three people died from suspected overdoses on Saturday, the ministry of health said. The alert will be in effect for one week.
August 31, 2026 - 17:53 | Tavi Dhillon | Global News - Canada
A Greater Sudbury family in northern Ontario is navigating the long and uncertain road to recovery and healing after a 14-year-old boy was seriously injured in an attack at a skate park last month that resulted in charges against two people.
August 31, 2026 - 17:52 | Marjan Massoom | CBC News - Canada
Numerous teachers' unions are at an impasse with the Ontario government over contract talks, which could prolong negotiations well into the school year.
August 31, 2026 - 17:41 | Alina Snisarenko | CBC News - Ottawa
Numerous teachers' unions are at an impasse with the Ontario government over contract talks, which could prolong negotiations well into the school year.
August 31, 2026 - 17:41 | Alina Snisarenko | CBC News - Canada
