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CTV News
2 days ago
- General
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General Burns Pool closure extended to September for additional repairs
The General Burns outdoor pool is closed for repairs in the middle of the summer. Tuesday, July 15, 2025. (Dave Charbonneau/CTV News Ottawa) The General Burns Pool in Ottawa's south end will remain closed for nearly the entire summer season for additional repairs, according to the area's city councillor. 'Last Thursday, as concrete work began on the pool basin, city staff discovered that more work is needed than was originally anticipated,' said Knoxdale-Merivale Coun. Sean Devine in a post to social media. 'After having removed all of the paint from the pool walls through extensive sandblasting, city staff have indicated that this this is the ideal time to complete any necessary repairs, in order to help extend the life of the pool basin for future seasons.' Devine says city officials believe the pool will be able to reopen on Sept. 9. The city closed the General Burns Pool on Chesterton Dr. closed on June 12 due to 'water clarity' issues. It originally anticipated an opening date of July 18 but was later extended for several more weeks. The closure has left many parents scrambling to schedule swimming classes for their children and has kept the nearby Crestview Pool busy as temperatures reach the mid-30s in Ottawa this week. 'My office is fully aware of just how disappointing this is to local area residents, especially considering the severe heat,' Devine said. 'City staff are meeting on Tuesday to review the plan for the remainder of the season, so it's still to be determined whether they will officially call the season complete.' The wading pool onsite continues to remain staffed and open at no charge during public swim times. Extra lifeguards have also been assigned to Crestview Pool to deal with the closure.
CTV News
31-07-2025
- Politics
- CTV News
Councillor calls on Ottawa to consider banning right turns on red lights at downtown intersections
A no right turns on red sign is located on George Street at Sussex Drive in the ByWard Market. (Josh Pringle/CTV News Ottawa) A city councillor suggests the City of Ottawa needs to consider banning right hand turns on red lights in the downtown core after a cyclist was struck by a vehicle at an intersection near Ottawa City Hall. The Ottawa Police Service is investigating after a cyclist was struck by a vehicle at the intersection of Elgin and Lisgar streets at approximately 3:50 p.m. on Wednesday. The man was transported to hospital in stable condition with non-life-threatening injuries. Coun. Ariel Troster said in a social media post that she witnessed the aftermath of the crash, adding the cyclist was struck by a driver turning right at the intersection. Police have released no details about the crash. 'This needs to end, we need Vision Zero now,' Troster said in a post on Bluesky. 'The cyclist got hit at the exact same intersection I was about to bike by, it could have been me. We need to consider banning right on red in all downtown intersections. You shouldn't be taking your life in your hands every time you walk or cycle.' Coun. Sean Devine said he is '100 per cent ready' to join Troster's 'ban right on red' movement, adding it should be an election issue. 'Montreal has this, but only because that's the way it always was. Other cities elected to allow right turns on red, to allow for greater traffic flow. And look who's paying the price,' Devine said on Bluesky. 'Day after day, another tragedy.' The Highway Traffic Act allows motorists to make a right turn on a red light. 'Unless a sign tells you not to, you may turn on a red light only after coming to a complete stop and waiting until the way is clear,' the Ontario government's website says. There were two collisions involving cyclists in the downtown core on Wednesday. The Ottawa Paramedic Service says a man in his 50s was struck by a vehicle while cycling on Bank Street near Gladstone Avenue.
CTV News
31-07-2025
- Politics
- CTV News
Councillor calls on Ottawa to consider right turns on red lights at downtown intersections
A no right turns on red sign is located on George Street at Sussex Drive in the ByWard Market. (Josh Pringle/CTV News Ottawa) A city councillor suggests the City of Ottawa needs to consider banning right hand turns on red lights in the downtown core after a cyclist was struck by a vehicle at an intersection near Ottawa City Hall. The Ottawa Police Service is investigating after a cyclist was struck by a vehicle at the intersection of Elgin and Lisgar streets at approximately 3:50 p.m. on Wednesday. The man was transported to hospital in stable condition with non-life-threatening injuries. Coun. Ariel Troster said in a social media post that she witnessed the aftermath of the crash, adding the cyclist was struck by a driver turning right at the intersection. Police have released no details about the crash. 'This needs to end, we need Vision Zero now,' Troster said in a post on Bluesky. 'The cyclist got hit at the exact same intersection I was about to bike by, it could have been me. We need to consider banning right on red in all downtown intersections. You shouldn't be taking your life in your hands every time you walk or cycle.' Coun. Sean Devine said he is '100 per cent ready' to join Troster's 'ban right on red' movement, adding it should be an election issue. 'Montreal has this, but only because that's the way it always was. Other cities elected to allow right turns on red, to allow for greater traffic flow. And look who's paying the price,' Devine said on Bluesky. 'Day after day, another tragedy.' The Highway Traffic Act allows motorists to make a right turn on a red light. 'Unless a sign tells you not to, you may turn on a red light only after coming to a complete stop and waiting until the way is clear,' the Ontario government's website says. There were two collisions involving cyclists in the downtown core on Wednesday. The Ottawa Paramedic Service says a man in his 50s was struck by a vehicle while cycling on Bank Street near Gladstone Avenue.
CTV News
15-07-2025
- Climate
- CTV News
General Burns pool closed for repairs during Ottawa heat wave
The General Burns outdoor pool is closed for repairs in the middle of the summer. Tuesday, July 15, 2025. (Dave Charbonneau/CTV News Ottawa) It's one of the hottest weeks of the summer, but a popular outdoor pool in Ottawa's west end remains closed for repairs. The city closed the General Burns pool on June 12 due to water clarity issues. The city councillor for the area says a fix could still be weeks away. 'Just this morning, the city informed me that they're now expecting that the pool is going to be closed for the next couple of weeks while our maintenance staff and our contractors figure out what the problem is and make the necessary repairs,' said Knoxdale-Merivale Coun. Sean Devine. For Elissa Rassi and her son Massimo, the General Burns pool is part of their routine. 'I like General Burns more, but it's closed,' Massimo said. They're now forced to go to Crestview Pool for their swimming lessons instead. 'We normally bike to General Burns, but they accommodated us to come here and at least the lessons were cancelled,' said Rassi. With General Burns swimming lessons moved to Crestview, some parents say they're running out of room. 'It's just a lot more students per class. As opposed to a class of four to five students and having lots of room to do lengths, my daughter yesterday was in the classes with I think nine,' said mother Heather McShane. Some say the closure could cause an inconvenience for those who don't drive. 'Maybe for kids that have to walk or bike or something, absolutely. We can drive, but I'm sure those that don't drive and have to walk, it's definitely an inconvenience,' said Krista Matias. For Rassi and her family, they are anxious for General Burns to reopen, but say they are just happy to still have a place to swim. 'They're able to still do their swimming lessons. That was my biggest concern. I don't think it's too crowded,' Rassi said. The city's general manager of recreation, cultural and facility services Dan Chenier says additional staff have been deployed at Crestview Pool to manage the increased demand. A confirmed cause of the issues has not been confirmed, but Chenier says the closure may last a couple of weeks to allow for staff to assess the situation thoroughly. 'We recognize this is disappointing for residents who use the pool, especially on hot summer days as we are currently experiencing. We appreciate the community's patience and understanding as we ensure the necessary steps are taken to reopen the pool,' Chenier wrote in an email. The wading pool onsite continues to remain staffed and open at no charge during public swim times.
CTV News
13-06-2025
- CTV News
2 facing charges following targeted shooting in Craig Henry: Ottawa police
The Ottawa Police Service responded to a shooting on Ashwick Court in Craig Henry Sunday evening. A man was taken to hospital with serious, but non-life-threatening injuries. (Sean Devine/Facebook) The Ottawa Police Service says two people are facing charges following the targeted shooting that happened in the neighbourhood of Craig Henry earlier this month. The two suspects were charged on Wednesday following an investigation by the Guns and Gangs Unit. They have been charged with multiple violent and firearms-related criminal code offences, police say. 'At this time, we will not be releasing further information about the charged people as the investigation is ongoing. Charges may be provided in future updates,' the city's police service told CTV News Ottawa in a statement Friday. Both remain in custody. On June 1 at 8:40 p.m., police received a call reporting a shooting on Ashwick Court, off Craig Henry Drive, officers say. An Ottawa Paramedic Service spokesperson told CTV News Ottawa paramedics treated a man for non-life-threatening injuries following the incident. The shooting happened following an altercation, according to police. 'One person sustained non-life-threatening injuries after being shot by a male who exited a vehicle and became involved in an ongoing dispute,' police said. 'This is believed to be a targeted incident.' Coun. Sean Devine said on Facebook 'just got back from the site of another shooting in Craig Henry.' 'This was described by the duty officer as a 'drive-by' shooting resulting from an altercation with one resident of Ashwick Court,' Devine said. Following the incident, there were no suspects and police asked people with information to come forward. 'Community support played an important role in moving the case forward,' police said. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call the Guns and Gangs Unit at 613-236-1222, extension 5050, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) to remain anonymous. Ashwick Court Ottawa police are investigating a Sunday evening shooting on Ashwick Court. (Brad Quinn/CTV News Ottawa) With files from CTV News Ottawa's Josh Pringle
