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Author: City of Ottawa - Media Relations / Ville d'Ottawa - Relations avec les médias
Publication Date: April 25, 2025 - 14:58
Flags at Ottawa City Hall lowered to half-mast in honour of Pope Francis
April 25, 2025
The flags at Ottawa City Hall will be lowered to half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Saturday, April 26, in honour of His Holiness Pope Francis, who passed away on Monday, April 21.
Pope Francis, born Jorge Mario Bergoglio, served as the 266th Pope of the Roman Catholic Church from March 13, 2013, until his passing on April 21, 2025. His leadership and dedication to peace, compassion and global unity left an indelible impact on millions around the world.
Residents are invited to reflect on his contributions to faith, humanity and global diplomacy during this time of mourning.
Pope Francis’ funeral service is scheduled for Saturday, April 26.
Unpublished Newswire
The Ottawa Citizen dates back to 1845, 22 years before Confederation — which means Citizen editorialists have commented on 44 federal elections since 1867. Here are a few excerpts from some of those published in the aftermath of past campaigns — dating back to Sept. 20, 1867, the first time voters in the new Dominion went to the polls. Read More
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OTTAWA — In late March, Liberal Leader Mark Carney set foot for the first time in his Ottawa-area riding’s campaign office and began his speech to volunteers with a stark declaration: “This election is the most important election of our lifetime”.
Only time will tell if Carney and the many others — including
Conservatives...
April 28, 2025 - 04:00 | Christopher Nardi | National Post
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