City to Convert 230 Queen into Emergency Housing Shelter

 In an unusual change of procedure, Ottawa City Council began its monthly meeting with a private, in-camera session that lasted nearly 45 minutes. Councillor Catherine Kitts kicked off the public session by bringing forward a motion asking that Caitlin Salter MacDonald be appointed city clerk, effective April 12, 2024. The

The Salvation Army Ottawa Booth Centre Provides Hope to the Most Vulnerable

 As rising costs pose a challenge for many Canadians, supporting the vulnerable population in Ottawa is crucial. Through transformational programs, services, and opportunities, The Salvation Army Ottawa Booth Centre is changing lives for the better. The Salvation Army Booth Centre encompasses Community and Family Services (CFS), a men’s emergency shelter,

ByWard Merchants Want Immediate Action Not More ‘Talk’ From City Officials

 A group of merchants from Ottawa’s historic ByWard Market are beyond frustrated. Many gathered Tuesday with a panel of city officials and Councillor Stephanie Plante to air their grievances and ask the city to take immediate action. Top of mind is safety. Chantal, owner of Schad Boutique, has been robbed

The City of Ottawa takes step to house the unhomed

 The newly developed Integrated Transition to Housing Strategy was reviewed in depth for the first time at today’s Community Services Committee meeting. At its core, the city would like to move ahead with closing the physical distancing centres — shelters that were opened on city property for individuals in need

ByWard Market Restaurant Owner Says Enough With the Talk and Committees, do Something

 ABOVE: Vladimir Ristovski, the proprietor of Bistro Ristoro in ByWard Market, is urging the City of Ottawa to take action towards enhancing the capital’s historic district. (PHOTO: OLM Staff) It’s patio season, and the ByWard Market restaurant Bistro Ristoro near Clarence Street and Sussex should be packed. Instead, owner Vladimir

Lowertown be damned — we’re reducing harm!

 WARNING: This article contains language and scenes that some readers may find disturbing and offensive. (PHOTO: OLM STAFF) My cover story in the OLM summer issue was written in support of a fundraiser for the Shepherds of Good Hope that featured Kathleen Edwards. It began with an origin story set