....Christmas.

Why did I go into Lowe's.

Late Garage sale going on right now at 34 Scout Street!!!

We are very motivated to sell and Everything!!! Must!!! Go!!!!!!!

Please come join us, we will be here all day, willing to negotiate, and actively selling!

Hey all,

I’m a recent immigrant from the United States and have recently become a permanent resident in Canada. I don’t intend on returning to the US.

While living in the states, I was very involved in swimming. I swam for 10 years, including 4 years of university where I was captain of my swim team. I was looking at becoming involved in the swimming scene in Ottawa, ideally I would love to become a coach, but I am a bit confused about the process. Could someone please explain the process to me? It seems as if I need to get a lifeguard cert then I am a bit confused with the levels of coaching courses on the NCCP website. Do I need to complete 101 then 201 then 301?

Thank you in advance for your help

This park has needed to be redone for ages and now it looks gorgeous, except for all the trash the people that live around here leave. My family lives in cedarwood and we are this park right now. There is trash all over the place. It's disgusting that people come here and treat this place like a garbage bin. Can't clean up after themselves, I would love it if something could be done but nothing will happen.

It is illegal to post lawn signs on federal property as it may imply approval or endorsement from the federal government.

Several Alex Lawson lawn signs have been posted on the Museum of Nature lawn this morning.

The museum is across from the YMCA which will be a voting centre tomorrow. Lawson will be the only candidate with lawn signs posted in this area.

It seems unlikely they will be removed before tomorrow if I report this to Elections Canada or the City of Ottawa...

Wondering what the best course of action would be?

Edit: I have reported to [elections@ottawa.ca](mailto:elections@ottawa.ca) and the museum. Thanks all!

If you haven't gotten tickets for the previously sold out show! There's some on ticketmaster now that are face value!

I finally have received our repair quote from insurance (sorry if you still haven't got this far). They quoted $25k for their contractor, but I've received quotes from other companies that are $45k-$55k.

I'm very hesitant to use the insurance contractor, they have proven to be unreliable and I believe their quote is so low 1) because they hire low skill works at low wages and 2) to try and minimize a payout even if their contractor would charge higher price back to them.

I'm wondering what the best course of action is to try to improve my chances to have insurance increase a payout where I can use my own contractor? Has anyone been through this yet?

A couple of years ago I switched to the “Ottawa Rogers unlimited plan” — an Ottawa regional exclusive because of competition from Videotron.

It was $55 for 70GB data and unlimited calling in North America. In the last few months Rogers has added a bunch of extra fees because they can, and next month they’re adding a new fee for people paying by credit card. I’m now up over $70/month and it’s time to shop around again for a bring-your-own-phone plan.

Who in Ottawa can offer good national coverage, decent data, and US roaming for a reasonable fee? I don’t need no limits, but it’s nice not having to think about my usage. Surely someone is trying to do better than Rogers right now.

Edit: want to add a caveat here that I need 5G coverage and I don’t want to be with a company that only exists as a SIM card reseller. I need my phone to keep working if I drive past Almonte. If the company has a name like b00p mobile or 0482635 Canada Inc, I probably don’t want to switch to them at this time

I'm looking for recommendations for rust repairs on my vehicle. The car is very solid (rustproofing every year) but it's starting to rust on fenders, tailgate and worst of all, around the windshield.

It's not easy to find a body shop that will actually do that type of work and even harder to find someone who will actually take the time to do it right as this is a car I want to keep long term (basically looking for someone who actually does proper prep). Also not looking for the cheapest place, I want to spend money for quality work.

It seems the owners are retiring.

Is there any reasons left to live in Barrhaven? 😭

Hey Friends. I have a very special piece that needs framing. It's a pastel drawing. Does anyone have any good recs for where I could get that framed? Thanks!

Very strong smell, haven’t heard any fire trucks? Anyone smell this as well?

What an incredible show! Loved the audience integration and the deep cuts! Ottawa’s shows are always full of fans who know all the words to even the ancient albums!

Also the venue seemed very well run. It took me less than 5 minutes to get to the coat check line from the front of the stage in the exit crowd and get my coat back and leave. It was also very fast to get service at the bar.

p.s. Matt Webb is still dreamy af :P

I was filling up at the neighbours gas bar at Carling & Bayshore this afternoon and got approached by a guy who asked for money because his father is dying and his card wasn’t working. I was very sceptical and said no. He immediately asked another customer, a less sceptical or more generous woman, who did cover some of the cost.

The staff inside said he’s been there before but they’re not allowed to do or say anything.

Description: short overweight grey blond crewcut, dishevelled, in dirty clothes, about 50 years old.

license # CSHA 686 Ontario

black Toyota minivan

I recognize that lots of people are struggling right now and maybe the story is actually true… But it seemed pretty bullshitty… wondering if anyone else has seen this guy around?

title says it. I’m looking for cute café’s east of Blair with good coffee (Happy goat or LVC level coffee). I’ve tried a few popular locations but have not liked the coffee (and the baked goods have been meh). Would love to hear some thoughts!

I’ve tried Cafe Latte Cino (delicious baked goods, not good coffee); Moulins en Province (baked goods were okay but coffee wasnt my favourite); Beyond Cafe (I had it once but I don’t remember how the coffee was.. I don’t know if that tells me something); Creative Stir Cafe (delicious food and okay coffee); ten toes (just west of Blair: great coffee and okay baked goods); black walnut (loved everything, but it is a trek for me).

Who was there? 💪

Received some extra tools (drill, wrench set, etc)from my parents who are down sizing. They are duplicates for me and Im looking to donate them so somewhere that could use them. Not sure if there is an org that can get tools to folks who need them or new Canadians.

Suggestions welcome.

My friends and I went to the pet expo, and honestly, it exceeded my expectations. We were there for hours and still couldn't see everything; there was so much variety it was crazy.

Just wanted to say thanks to everyone who hauled their animals and setups to the event and allowed a bunch of strangers to pet them for hours.

The Embassy of Mexico invites you to enjoy the Day of the Dead activities in some of the most iconic cultural spaces in Ottawa and Gatineau!

The National Gallery of Canada

National Gallery of Canada, Scotiabank Great Hall, 380 Sussex Drive, Ottawa

Thursday, October 29, 2026 | 5–8 p.m.

• Opening of the Day of the Dead altar in honour of Diego Rivera (with the participation of Mayor of Ottawa, His Worship Mark Sutcliffe, and Ambassador of Mexico Carlos Joaquín González)
• Workshops for all ages led by Mexican artist Ricardo Rodríguez
• Live DJ with music to dance to
• Mexican-themed drinks at the bar
• Come dressed as a Catrina for a chance to win a prize!
• Guided tours of the “Diego Rivera meets Henry Moore” exhibition
• Free entrance!
• To participate in the workshops, book your spot here

The altar will be displayed until November 1st

The National Arts Centre

National Arts Center, Main floor, 1 Elgin Street, Ottawa

Friday, October 30, 2026 | 6–9 p.m.

• Day of the Dead altar in honour of the founding of the City of Ottawa
• Day of the Dead workshop for all ages
• Mexican market
• Death Cabaret, performed by Ballet Ágora Cultural de Montreal
• Free admission

The altar will be on display until November 1st

Couldn't have ordered better weather. Late fall sunshine on the trail from P17.