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How do you solve the Hudson’s Bay jigsaw puzzle? Primaris REIT, the landlord of nine Hudson’s Bay locations, will be spending $50 million to repurpose five Hudson’s Bay stores that saw no bids. This comes as the Canadian staple plans to shutter all stores by Sunday, as liquidation sales head into overdrive. CTV’s Katelyn Wilson joins guest host Chris Holski in Hour 3. Meantime, in an effort to spice up Sussex Drive and its surrounding areas, the NCC is pondering and debating a wide range of tourist-driving methods. John McNee, a diplomat who served as Canada's...
May 28, 2025 - 18:02 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
If Canada wanted to participate in America’s Golden Dome system, the price tag would be $61 billion USD. However, if we agreed to join the United States as President Trump’s beloved 51st State, it would be a free-of-charge entry. That’s according to a recent Truth Social post from Mr. Trump himself. Once again, the PMO was quick to defend Canada’s sovereignty. We delve into military spending with Aurel Brown, a Professor of International Relations at the University of Toronto. Meantime, Ottawa City Council has approved the motion to draft a ‘Bubble Bylaw...
May 28, 2025 - 18:01 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
Earlier this month, a joint meeting between two City of Ottawa committees led to the approval of a brand-new Special Events Bylaw and a Highway Events Bylaw. Collectively, they would regulate events in both indoor and outdoor settings, as well as roadways all across the city. And finally, it has introduced a ‘voluntary notification’ system for protest organizers, thereby eliminating the need for a permit. Today, City Council approved both measures. How will it impact future events in Canada’s Capital? Guest host Chris Holski chats with Tara Shannon, a local songwriter...
May 28, 2025 - 18:00 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
We have officially entered the start of Prom Season! But, as the Canada-US trade war drags on, are today’s prom dresses becoming unaffordable? Is this impacting business for the stores that are selling them? Kristy Cameron digs deeper with Chantal Larocque and Shirley Barresi, the co-owners of All That Glitters Bridal. Plus, we deliver the latest breaking news as it happens, right here on CFRA’s Ottawa Now.
May 27, 2025 - 18:03 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
The King and Queen of England have departed from Canada’s Capital following a two-day visit and a pivotal Throne Speech. Do you think King Charles III hit all the right notes? Kristy Cameron sifts through the textboard and tackles today’s Question of the Day. Then, we hear from Justin Vovk, a Royal Historian at McMaster University. Plus, CTV’s Katelyn Wilson explains why the Royal Family’s visit was more symbolic and personal for some Canadian families, as they continue to mourn their fallen soldiers.
May 27, 2025 - 18:02 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
The Canada Post strike continues, with a countrywide overtime ban in place and day-to-day operations mostly undisrupted. On Sunday, CUPW met with federal mediators to respond to Canada Post’s latest offer. They have since issued their own response to those proposals, and they hope to hear from Canada Post management in the coming days. Until a resolution is found, local businesses are doing all they can to safeguard themselves. Kristy Cameron chats with Gareth Davies, who is the owner of a gift shop on Wellington Street West called ‘Maker House’. Shifting gears back to...
May 27, 2025 - 18:01 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
