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The Friday deadline for a new deal has passed, and CUPW has issued striking orders to Canada Post. However, instead of an all-out dispute that completely disrupts service, it will be a ban on overtime hours. We bring you the latest developments as they become available. Over in Kingston, the municipality’s police force has been using drones to catch distracted drivers. Earlier this month, 20 drivers were nabbed for distracted driving thanks to this method. However, legal experts don’t agree with this tactic, and residents are now echoing similar concerns. They feel that a...
May 23, 2025 - 18:00 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
As participants gear up for another installment of Ottawa Race Weekend, the annual marathon is receiving praise for its economical impact within Canada’s Capital. Mike Vieira, an Executive Director of Run Ottawa, joins the program in Hour 4. Plus, Canadians are urgently watching the national newscast for an update on the Canada Post labour negotiations, and whether we are destined for another battle at the picket lines on Friday. We deliver the latest breaking news as it happens, right here on CFRA’s Ottawa Now.
May 22, 2025 - 18:03 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
City of Ottawa committees debated on a wide range of issues today, with paid parking leading the charge. In various parts of Canada's Capital, it will be expanded. Some say it's a great idea. Others disagree with a burning passion. Where do you stand on this tug-of-war? Kristy Cameron sifts through the textboard and tackles today’s Question of the Day. Then, we get a surprise visit from Beacon Hill-Cyrville councillor and die-hard Nickelback fan Tim Tierney. Plus, if that green thumb is itching, we’ve got some more tips and tricks to spruce up your garden in Hour 3, as...
May 22, 2025 - 18:02 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
City of Ottawa committees were hard at work today, and on-street parking was among the list of items up for debate. In parts of Little Italy, as well as The Glebe and the ByWard Market, paid parking hours will be extended to 7:30pm on weeknights, as opposed to the original 9pm extension. The original proposal also pondered the idea of paid parking during weekend hours. As it stands currently, you don't have to pay for parking beyond 5:30pm on weekdays, while parking on weekends is free. The City of Ottawa insists they are trying to encourage turnover, and that these new measures will...
May 22, 2025 - 18:01 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
Imagine the next generation of Canadian kids learning how to read books and tackle math equations without the help of a human teacher. According to Luis von Ahn, the Head of Duolingo, Artificial Intelligence is eventually capable of replacing teachers in the modern-day classroom. However, he says schools will still exist because parents will still need childcare. Matthew Guzdial is an Assistant Professor of Computing Science at the University of Alberta. He vehemently disagrees with von Ahn’s hot takes, and he outlines his detailed reasoning in Hour 1. Switching gears to city news...
May 22, 2025 - 18:00 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
Pete Hoekstra, the new U.S. Ambassador to Canada, says a trade deal between North America’s longstanding allies is possible by July. He also says that Canada could get the lowest tariffs of any country. We dip into CTV’s Power Play for the latest developments. Plus, we deliver the latest breaking news as it happens, right here on CFRA’s Ottawa Now.
May 21, 2025 - 18:03 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
