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CTV News
13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- CTV News
CHEO Telethon: Incredible care for Cece at CHEO
Ottawa Watch CTV's Kimberley Fowler shares the story of five-year-old Cece ahead of Saturday's CHEO Telethon on CTV.
CTV News
2 days ago
- Sport
- CTV News
What's happening in Ottawa this weekend: June 6-8
A door outside the HI-Ottawa Jail Hostel reads 'Jail Entrance.' (HI-Ottawa Jail Hostel) looks at things to do in Ottawa and eastern Ontario this weekend. CHEO Telethon The 2025 CHEO Telethon is on CTV Ottawa on Saturday. The telethon showcases how your donations support CHEO, the CHEO Research Institute and the Roger Neilson Children's Hospice. To donate, visit Doors Open Ottawa Take a behind the scenes look at many iconic buildings in Ottawa this weekend. Doors Open Ottawa runs Saturday and Sunday across Ottawa. For a list of buildings to explore, click here. On Sunday, the city is hosting the Public Works Big Wheels Expo at 300 Coventry Road. Check out city vehicles, including a garbage truck, sidewalk sweeper, a hydraulic crane and a snow plow. Ottawa Titans The Ottawa Titans host the Sussex County Miners for a three-game series at the Ottawa Baseball Stadium. First pitch Friday night is at 7 p.m., followed by games at 6 p.m. Saturday and 1 p.m. on Sunday. There will be fireworks following Friday night's game. Saturday is Pride Night and Sunday is Cappy's Birthday Party. For tickets, visit Volleyball Nations League Some of the top women's volleyball teams in the world are in Ottawa this weekend for Volleyball Nations League. Canada, Bulgaria, Dominican Republic, Japan, Netherlands and Serbia will play at TD Place. For tickets, visit Rhythmic Gymnastics Canadian Championships The Rhythmic Gymnastics Canadian Championships run this weekend at Algonquin College. Witness the beauty, grace and athleticism of Canada's best rhythmic gymnasts. For tickets, visit Dickinson Days Don't miss Dickinson Days this weekend in Manotick Village. Events run all weekend, including a pancake breakfast and Kiwanis Craft Market on Saturday, a scavenger hunt and entertainment. There will be a fireworks show in Centennial Park at 9:30 p.m. Friday. For more information, click here. Ottawa Italian Festival Experience the sights, sounds and flavours of Italy during Ottawa Italian Festival. Head to Preston Street and explore the Ottawa Ferrari Festival, Italian Car Parade, Preston Street Market and the Preston Street Bicycle Races. Blackburn Fun Fair The first weekend of June means it's the Blackburn Fun Fair this weekend in Blackburn. The Blackburn Community Association invites you to enjoy a weekend of fun activities, including a movie night, parade, dog show, softball tournament, music and more. There's a fireworks show at 10 p.m. Saturday. For more information, visit Ottawa Firefighter Day The Ottawa Fire Service invites you to Firefighter Day at the Cumberland Heritage Village Museum. Touch a fire truck, learn how to use a fire extinguisher, take part in the children's firefighter challenge, and check out the bucket brigade, a vehicle extrication and a grease fire simulator. Firefighter Day runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. Orléans Craft Beer Festival The Orléans Craft Beer Festival runs Friday and Saturday at the Centrum Plaza. Enjoy two days of the best craft breweries, local food and live music. Guitars and Gasoline The Guitars and Gasoline music festival runs Friday, Saturday and Sunday at the Calabogie Motorsports Park. The lineup includes Blue Rodeo and The Trews Friday night, and Josh Ross and Theory of a Deadman on Saturday night. NCC bike days National Capital Commission's weekend bikedays continue all weekend. The NCC will close the parkways and Queen Elizabeth Driveway to vehicles for active use. Here is a look at what's open for cyclists, runners, walkers and other active use: Kichi Zībī Mīkan (Vimy Place to Carling Avenue): 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday Sir George-Étienne Cartier Parkway (Aviation Parkway to St. Joseph Boulevard): 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday Queen Elizabeth Driveway (Somerset Avenue to Fifth Avenue): 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday National Arts Centre Here's a look at what's happening at the National Arts Centre this weekend. Friday: Summer Indigenous Art Market Saturday-Sunday: Le Potager, a rock concert for kids Saturday: Jennifer Castle Meridian Theatres at Centrepointe Here's a look at what's happening at the Meridian Theatres at Centrepointe this weekend: Friday-Sunday: The Music Man Sunday: The Barrhaven Community Concert Band Shenkman Arts Centre See Anne of Green Gables this weekend at the Shenkman Arts Centre. The presentation by the Ottawa School of Theatre runs Friday, Saturday and Sunday. 613flea 613flea returns to Lansdowne Park on Saturday. Check out 150 vendors between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Admission is free. Lansdowne Farmers Market The Lansdowne Farmers Market is back at Lansdowne on Sunday. Connect with over 85 local vendors in the historic Aberdeen Square from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Main Street Farmers Market The Main Street Farmers Market is open for the season. The market is open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Grande Allee Park. Carp Farmers Market The Carp Farmers Market is open every Saturday 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. This week is Market Day, with an educational display in the Rotunda featuring pioneer artifacts. Metcalfe Farmers Market The Metcalfe Farmers Market has kicked off a new season. The market is every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Metcalfe Fairgrounds. Westboro Farmers' Market The Westboro Farmers Market is open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The market is located in Byron Linear Park. Museums Click on the links for the schedule at museums in Ottawa and eastern Ontario: Parliament of Canada Tours Enjoy a free, guided tour of the Senate at the Senate of Canada Building, the House of Commons in the West Block and the East Block. For tickets and tour times, visit Parliament: The Immersive Experience Explore the main Parliament Building, also called Centre Block, in this innovative experience. Parliament: The Immersive Experience at 211 Sparks Street includes an exhibition and a 360-degree multimedia show that takes you on a tour through Centre Block, which has been closed since 2019. The self-guided tour is 45 minutes. Tickets are available at no cost at visit Events Happening in Kingston this weekend Friday-Sunday: Decrepitude Blues at the Domino Theatre Friday: Bloom into You at the Kingston Grand Theatre Saturday: Bloom in my garden at the Kingston Grand Theatre Saturday: Night at the Opera at the Spire Inclusive Fun Fair The second annual Inclusive Fun Fair is Saturday in Kingston. The free, family-friendly event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Shannon Park. Brockville Street Fair The Brockville Street Fair runs Friday, Saturday and Sunday in Brockville. Enjoy amusement rides, midway games, treats and more, while supporting the Shriners. For more information, click here. Knickers! See Knickers, a 'brief' comedy, this weekend at the Seaway Valley Theatre. Show times are 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 2 p.m. on Sunday. For more information, visit Unleashed Pet Fest Bring your furry friend to Unleashed Pet Fest on Pitt Street in Cornwall on Saturday. Admission is free. Brockville Ontario Speedway Saturday night is race night at the Brockville Ontario Speedway. Racing starts at 7 p.m. Cornwall Motor Speedway Sunday is race night at the Cornwall Motor Speedway Enjoy racing around the quarter-mile dirt track, with the first race at 6 p.m.
CTV News
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CTV News
The 2025 CHEO Telethon takes place June 7 on CTV Ottawa
The 42nd annual CHEO Telethon takes place June 7 on CTV Ottawa, raising money for the Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario. The annual fundraiser features powerful stories of hope, healing and heroism from families across the region and shines a light on the spectacular care provided by the doctors, nurses, staff, and volunteers at CHEO. The CHEO Telethon is one of the most important community fundraising events of the year in Ottawa. 'When kids come through the doors at CHEO, just about every aspect of their care and treatment – the programs, the research behind the diagnoses and treatments, the equipment, the physical space – so much of it is either funded by, or enhanced by, donor support,' says Steve Read, President and CEO, CHEO Foundation. 'CHEO was built by the community and has become the world-renowned institution it is, thanks to ongoing support from donors. But kids are struggling more than ever which is why funding from events like the CHEO Telethon are crucial. We have begun a large campus redevelopment and expansion in order to meet the needs of children, youth and families in our growing community. I'm confident that we will meet our fundraising goals because our community of supporters are with us.' This year's telethon shines a light on six remarkable CHEO families who courageously share their journeys through medical challenges - highlighting the profound impact of CHEO's care. The broadcast will also feature frontline doctors, behind-the-scenes looks at the latest hospital innovations, and the return of our beloved Miracle Matches, where donations are doubled thanks to the generosity of local sponsors. 'The CHEO Telethon is more than a broadcast, it's a lifeline,' said Peter Angione, News Director at CTV Ottawa. 'This is a cause that's been close to our hearts for more than 50 years. Every story shared, every dollar raised, brings us closer to saving and improving lives. We're proud to stand with CHEO and our community to champion children's health.' The CHEO Telethon will air Saturday, June 7, on CTV Ottawa, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Online donations can be made any time from now through June 7 at During the telethon, you can donate by calling 613-730-CHEO (2436). Money raised during the CHEO Telethon will support research, life-saving treatment and state-of-the-art medical equipment at the children's hospital. Many familiar faces from CTV Ottawa will appear on the 2025 CHEO Telethon, lead by CTV News at 6 anchor Patricia Boal, CTV News at 5 host Stefan Keyes, CTV Weather & Community Anchor Jackie Perez, and CTV Morning Live's Rosey Edeh & Melissa Lamb. Last year's CHEO Telethon on CTV Ottawa raised $720,600 after a two-week campaign of raising money and awareness about Ottawa's children's hospital. In Memoriam Every year, CHEO also highlights the patients featured during CHEO Telethons who have passed away.
