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Catherine McKenna: Supporting middle class families
For many Canadians, being a parent and raising a family is the most important part of their lives. That’s why our government has introduced new benefits, made changes to Employment Insurance, and invested…
David Chernushenko: Short-term rentals, long-term trees, and more
Short-term rental platforms such as Airbnb have brought with them tremendous opportunities for people all over the world to rent or rent out a vast selection of lodgings for vacations or work, at prices often cheaper than a hotel. Along…
Jim Watson: Spring cleaning the nation’s capital
Each year, Ottawa residents eagerly anticipate the arrival of spring, as it signifies the end of our frigid winters and the beginning of our farmer markets, numerous festivals and outdoor recreation season. Parks, patios and public spaces are flooded with people of all ages…
Phyllis Odenbach Sutton: Looking forward to spring
As I have prepared this column, I have seen freezing rain, ice pellets, sunny skies, drizzle and rain. Hopefully when you read this article, winter-like weather will be but a distant memory! Probably the most contentious current issue in our community is the Ottawa Catholic School Board (OCSB) plans for Immaculata High School, i.e., the conversion of the playing field…
Six Ottawa Centre candidates to contest provincial election
JOHN DANCE Five candidates are challenging Ottawa Centre Liberal incumbent Yasir Naqvi in the Ontario provincial election set for June 7. Naqvi has won the last three elections with an ever-increasing…
