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Publication Date: September 19, 2025 - 18:03

Hour 4 of Ottawa Now for Fri. September 19th, 2025

September 19, 2025

When it comes to how today’s homes are being built, the Mayor of Ottawa is promising a significant shakeup throughout Canada’s Capital, as city officials address the ongoing housing crunch. Mark Sutcliffe’s Housing Action Plan includes chopping fees and speeding up construction efforts. In short, build homes faster, but also make them more affordable. And as the municipality builds upon its LRT roadmap, Sutcliffe is also encouraging developers to get shovels in the ground near transit hubs. CTV’s Tyler Fleming provides an in-depth breakdown for us. Then, we preview CTV Ottawa’s supper-hour newscast with Stefan Keyes and Jackie Perez. And finally, if you are planning a getaway to the local cinema this weekend, Matt Demers has got you covered with his Weekly Movie Picks!

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