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CTV News
4 days ago
- General
- CTV News
Take a look at one of the most spectacular lookouts in the National Capital Region
A stunning view of Parliament Hill from Kìwekì Point in Ottawa on May 30, 2025. (Peter Szperling/CTV News Ottawa) It's a view and destination worth sharing. A new lookout in Ottawa is attracting residents, visitors, and those working near-by. Kìwekì Point, formerly Nepean Point, is now open following a $45-million rehabilitation project. Expand Autoplay 1 of 15 Kìwekì Point in Ottawa A sign indicates the way to Kìwekì Point from Major's Hill Park in Ottawa on May 30, 2025. (Peter Szperling/CTV News Ottawa) Kìwekì Point in Ottawa An information board along the path to Kìwekì Point in Ottawa on May 30, 2025. (Peter Szperling/CTV News Ottawa) Kìwekì Point in Ottawa Pìdàban Passage: The footbridge giving access to Kìwekì Point. (Peter Szperling/CTV News Ottawa) Kìwekì Point in Ottawa A stunning view of Parliament Hill from Kìwekì Point in Ottawa on May 30, 2025. (Peter Szperling/CTV News Ottawa) Kìwekì Point in Ottawa Samuel de Champlain statue at Kìwekì Point in Ottawa on May 30, 2025. (Peter Szperling/CTV News Ottawa) Kìwekì Point in Ottawa The Ottawa skyline and Parliament Hill are seen as a person rests at Whispering Point at Kiweki Point (formerly Nepean Point) in Ottawa on the day of its re-opening following a major redevelopment, on Friday, May 16, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang Kìwekì Point in Ottawa Parliament Hill and the Ottawa River are seen as people make their way along Kiweki Point (formerly Nepean Point) in Ottawa on the day of its re-opening following a major redevelopment, on Friday, May 16, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang Kìwekì Point in Ottawa A person takes a photo from above Whispering Point at Kiweki Point (formerly Nepean Point) in Ottawa on the day of its re-opening following a major redevelopment, on Friday, May 16, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang Kìwekì Point in Ottawa People walk over the Pidaban Passage bridge leading to Kiweki Point (formerly Nepean Point) in Ottawa on the day of its re-opening following a major redevelopment, on Friday, May 16, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang Kìwekì Point in Ottawa Parliament Hill is seen as people walk over the Pidaban Passage bridge leading to Kiweki Point (formerly Nepean Point) in Ottawa on the day of its re-opening following a major redevelopment, on Friday, May 16, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang Kìwekì Point in Ottawa People look out from Kiweki Point (formerly Nepean Point) in Ottawa on the day of its re-opening following a major redevelopment, on Friday, May 16, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang Kìwekì Point A look at Kìwekì Point, formerly known as Nepean Point. (Andrew Adlington/CTV News Ottawa) Kìwekì Point A look at the view from Kìwekì Point in Ottawa. (NCC/X) Kiweki Point The National Capital Commission announced of Kiweki Point reopened to the public in Ottawa on Friday, following a $45 million rehabilitation project. (NCC/X) Kìwekì A look at the newly opened Kìwekì in Ottawa. (Andrew Adlington/CTV News Ottawa) 'This is probably one of the best things I've seen the NCC do in recent memory,' says Ottawa resident Doug Peacock. He biked from Alta Vista with Patty Peacock/ 'I was here a couple of days ago, and I told Patty about it. So, we came back to see it together,' he said. The redevelopment next to the National Gallery of Canada includes a new pedestrian bridge and lookouts over the National Capital Region. According to the National Capital Commission, the newly redeveloped area 'restores access to one of the most spectacular lookouts in the National Capital Region, with panoramic views of Parliament Hill and Ottawa-Gatineau.' 'The view from here is too good,' says Tarnvar Kaur, who is visiting from the Greater Toronto Area. Another visitor, Michael, works near-by and enjoys taking a break at the point, 'honestly the view is amazing. And I'm gonna come here almost every day.' The NCC says it redeveloped the site to 'create a lively, 21st century park' in Ottawa. 'The Big River Landscape' concept plan guided the redevelopment of Kìwekì Point,' the NCC says on its website. 'It was the winning entry, by Janet Rosenberg and Studio, from an international design competition.' Kìwekì Point A look at the view from Kìwekì Point in Ottawa. (NCC/X) According to the NCC, 'A universally accessible path surrounds the park and features monuments, artwork and interpretive installations. Whispering Point is a breathtaking point of interest, offering unparalleled panoramic views of the valley, river and city.' 'This is just gorgeous. It really is amazing to see all the artwork and the views,' says Betty Gunderson, who is visiting from South Dakota to see her cousin. 'I'm excited about it,' says Cecily Whitla, Assistant Manger with Tavern on the Hill. 'It's bringing in some new customers, people that wouldn't normally see us here on other days. So that's good to have some more traffic.' Visiting Kìwekì Point The area is open from April 1 to Oct. 15 from sunrise to 11 p.m., and between Oct. 16 and March 31 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. It is located behind the National Gallery of Canada and can be accessed from St. Patrick Street, Sussex Drive or from Major's Hill Park (via the Pìdàban footbridge)
CBC
4 days ago
- General
- CBC
Man charged with attempted murder after stabbing in Hawkesbury
Social Sharing A 25-year-old Champlain Township man has been charged with attempted murder after another man was stabbed in Hawkesbury, Ont., on Thursday, Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) said. Police said a 39-year-old man suffered stab wounds during the assault at Pioneers' Place, a small park near the Ottawa River and the bridge to Quebec. OPP said an officer from its Hawkesbury detachment was flagged down outside a residence on Main Street E. and told about the stabbing. Police provided first aid to the victim until paramedics arrived and took over. He was then transported to hospital with serious injuries.
CTV News
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- CTV News
Setting Sail with Pure Country
Pure Country 94 is bringing the party to the Ottawa River Queen! It's the boat cruise that you need to set sail on and not just because of the fabulous views!
CTV News
26-05-2025
- Climate
- CTV News
20 C temperatures return to Ottawa ahead of royal visit
A look at the Ottawa River with Kìwekì Point in the background. (CTV News Ottawa) Temperatures return to seasonal in Ottawa this week, just in time for the visit by King Charles and Queen Camilla. Environment Canada's forecast calls for a high of 22 C today, the first time in nine days the temperature will move above 20 C in Ottawa. There will be a mix of sun and cloud today with a 60 per cent chance of showers this afternoon. There is a risk of a thunderstorm. Partly cloudy tonight with a 30 per cent chance of showers this evening. Low 9 C. Tuesday will start sunny, then becoming a mix of sun and cloud in the afternoon. High 25 C. Wednesday will be mainly cloudy. High 24 C. The outlook for Thursday calls for mainly cloudy with a 60 per cent chance of showers. High 19 C. Friday will be mainly cloudy with a 60 per cent chance of showers. High 20 C. The normal temperatures for this time of year are a high of 22 C and a low of 10 C.
CTV News
25-05-2025
- CTV News
50 evacuated from stranded ‘amphibious' tour boat after malfunction on Ottawa River
Dozens of passengers had to be evacuated from a tour boat with wheels after the vessel broke down in the middle of the Ottawa River Sunday afternoon, according to Gatineau firefighters. Gatineau fire says in a news release in French that crews received a call from the captain of the 'Lady Dive' notifying them of the incident at approximately 4:30 p.m. The 'amphibious vessel,' which can drive on land and operate in water, broke down on the river near the Hull Marina, firefighters say. About 50 passengers were onboard the tour boat and all had to be evacuated. Two fire department boats and 14 firefighters had to be called in to help transport the passengers back to the dock. The evacuation took approximately 50 minutes, Gatineau fire says. There were no injuries.
