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CTV News
15 hours ago
- General
- CTV News
Ottawa police officers rescue woman from Rideau Canal
The sign outside Ottawa Police headquarters on Elgin St. is seen in this undated photo. (Aaron Reid/CTV News Ottawa) Ottawa police say a woman was pulled from the water in the Rideau Canal early Sunday morning. In a news release, the Ottawa Police Service says a 41-year-old woman in crisis jumped into the water between Bronson Avenue and Bank Street just after 6 a.m. Once in the water, the woman held onto a ledge and screamed for help, police say. A cyclist who saw her in the water held her hand and called 911. 'Nightshift Patrol Officers arrived on scene within five minutes, pulled the female from the water and carried her up to an area that could be reached by paramedics,' police say. The woman was treated for mild exposure and was taken to hospital for treatment. If you or someone you know is in crisis or in need of emotional support, you can contact the Distress Centre of Ottawa or Mental Health Crisis Line.
CTV News
3 days ago
- Health
- CTV News
No alcoholic drinks allowed in federal parks in Ottawa, as city to allow alcohol in some parks this summer
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 Parkgoers will be allowed to enjoy a cold beer or cooler in select Ottawa parks this summer, but you won't be able to drink an alcoholic beverage in federal parks like Major's Hill Park and Kìwekì Point, along the Rideau Canal and on Parliament Hill. A City of Ottawa committee approved a pilot project to allow alcohol consumption in designated areas of municipal parks this summer, with the parks selected by councillors. Under the plan, alcohol will be allowed in city parks between 11 a.m. and 9 p.m., from July 1 to Oct. 31. Alcoholic drinks will be forbidden within five metres of beaches, sports fields and playgrounds. But while the city will allow people to enjoy an alcoholic beverage in municipal parks, you won't be allowed to legally possess alcoholic drinks in federal parks across Ottawa. The National Capital Commission tells CTV News Ottawa the rules for alcohol consumption in NCC managed parks and lands are in accordance with Ontario rules. 'In Québec and in Ontario, alcohol consumption on NCC managed lands is subject to section 36 of the National Capital Commission Traffic and Property Regulations: 'No person shall have liquor in his possession on or in the property of the Commission other than in accordance with the laws of the province in which the Commission property is situated.,'' the NCC said in a statement. The NCC says bistros and patios in several parks sell alcoholic beverages for consumption on-site: Confederation Park, Remic Rapids Park, Patterson Creek Park, Hog's Back Park, as well as the taverns in Major's Hill Park and Bate Island Park. The Liquor Licence Act allows municipalities to designate public places where alcohol consumption is allowed.
CTV News
3 days ago
- Climate
- CTV News
‘Period of summer weather' expected to arrive in Ottawa next week
A biker and paddler make use of the Rideau Canal path and waterway in Ottawa, Ont., July 23, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Spencer Colby It will be a cloudy and cooler-than-normal end to May and start of June in Ottawa before a 'period of summer weather' arrives next week. Environment Canada's forecast calls for a high of 22 C today, before dropping to 17 C on Saturday and Sunday. The normal temperatures for this time of year are a high of 22 C and a low of 11 C. It will be mainly cloudy tonight with a 40 per cent chance of showers. There is a risk of a thunderstorm late this afternoon. High 22 C, with the humidex making it feel like 25. Partly cloudy tonight with a 40 per cent chance of showers. There is a risk of a thunderstorm this evening and after midnight. Low 9 C. Saturday will start mainly cloudy, before becoming a mix of sun and cloud in the afternoon. High 17 C. The outlook for Sunday calls for a mix of sun and cloud with a 40 per cent chance of showers. High 17 C. Environment Canada says above-seasonal temperatures will arrive next Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, with daytime highs of 26 C on Tuesday and Wednesday. 'A period of warm weather is expected to arrive,' Environment Canada said in a statement on its website. 'Temperatures will rise to a few degrees above average.' Wildfire smoke Smoke from wildfires in northern Ontario and Manitoba is expected to drift through Ottawa today. According to wildfire smoke will arrive late this afternoon and linger through the overnight. Ottawa's air quality is expected to be a '4-Moderate Risk' tonight before dropping to '3-Low Risk' on Saturday.
CTV News
5 days ago
- Climate
- CTV News
Sunshine and warm temperatures in Ottawa today, with rain set to arrive overnight
The Ottawa Locks along the Rideau Canal at the Ottawa River. (CTV News Ottawa) Ottawa residents will enjoy a second day of sunshine and above-normal temperatures, before cool temperatures return for the last few days of May and the start of June. Environment Canada's forecast calls for a high of 26 C today, with the humidex making it feel like 27. The temperature warmed up to 26.2 C on Tuesday and 24.5 C on Monday. Ottawa will see the temperature drop to 18 C on Thursday, before falling to 16 C on Saturday and Sunday. The normal temperatures for this time of year are a high of 22 C and a low of 11 C. Ottawa will see a mix of sun and cloud today. High 26 C. Mainly cloudy tonight with a 30 per cent chance of showers overnight. Environment Canada says showers will begin before morning. Low 13 C. Showers continuing on Thursday. High 18 C. Friday will be cloudy with a 30 per cent chance of showers. High 21 C. The outlook for Saturday calls for a mix of sun and cloud. High 16 C.
CBC
23-05-2025
- Sport
- CBC
Here are the 2025 Ottawa Race Weekend road closures
Social Sharing Several major Ottawa roads will be closed this weekend to make way for participants in the Ottawa Race Weekend. The kids', 2K, 5K and 10K races will take place Saturday, followed by the half marathon and marathon Sunday. Organizers expect over 36,500 runners and walkers to participate over the two days. Road closures begin Saturday at 11:00 a.m. with Laurier Avenue W. between Metcalfe and Nicholas streets, and Elgin Street northbound between Lisgar and Slater streets. Saturday's closures mostly affect Centretown and extend south along the Rideau Canal to Dows Lake. Other downtown closures including parts of Elgin, O'Connor and Wellington streets. Some closures will remain in effect until 9 p.m. Saturday. Sunday's closures start earlier with some streets around Ottawa city hall shutting down to traffic starting at 5 a.m. By 9 a.m. the closures will stretch as far as Island Park Drive, Manor Park and Hog's Back Park before receding to roads along the Rideau Canal by 1:30 p.m. Most closures on Sunday will be lifted by 3 p.m. A full list of road closures over the weekend is available on the Ottawa Race Weekend website. Here are some other events that could affect traffic in the coming days: The Great Glebe Garage Sale is happens Saturday across the central Ottawa neighbourhood, making it tougher to drive or bus through until late afternoon. Odawa Native Friendship Centre's 50th Anniversary Powwow is going on all weekend at the centre near St. Laurent Boulavard and McArthur Avenue. The King and Queen visit Ottawa on Monday and Tuesday. Watch for more road closures related to their schedule.
