Ottawa Now with Kristy Cameron - Sound Bites

As we heard in Hour 2, a local MPP and former Ottawa city councillor is pushing the province to create a maximum indoor temperature for rental housing. Should there be a maximum, and what is the limit for you? Kristy Cameron sifts through the CFRA textboard and tackles today’s Question of the Day. Plus, how do you grow gigantic pumpkins? It’s a long ways away from October, but now is the time to get cracking. We go In T...

With the mercury set to rise, a local MPP is pushing the Ford government to create a maximum indoor temperature for rental housing. Ottawa-Centre MPP Catherine McKenney argues that the modern-day extreme heat is being recognized as a public health issue more often, especially within vulnerable populations. She joins us in Hour 2. Then, we pick the brain of Glen Kenney, a UOttawa Professor and the Director of the Human and Environme...

After multiple delays, the Gordie Howe International Bridge was supposed to open this weekend. However, that is no longer the case, and the ribbon-cutting ceremony has been delayed indefinitely. We bring you the latest developments in Hour 1. Meantime, our city is sending out thousands of invitations to its Canada Day parade, an invite that applies to everywhere except the ByWard Market. That’s because of temporary closures t...

U.S. President Donald Trump says he’s not looking to renew CUSMA as the July 1st deadline approaches. Ontario Premier Doug Ford says he’ll put American booze back on the LCBO store shelves, but only when the two North American neighbours strike a trade deal. For Canadian brewers, a reprieve from American competition has actually been pretty good for business, and it’s given our craft distilleries and wine growers ...

When asked earlier today about the upcoming CUSMA review, U.S. President Donald Trump said he’s not looking to renew the free-trade agreement with his North American neighbours. We get the American pulse on these developments from CTV U.S. political analyst Eric Ham, who once served as a U.S. Congressional staffer. Turning our attention to local news, a teenager is facing arson charges in connection to a house fire, a deadly ...

Cottage season is upon us. Music festivals are starting to heat up. With all of that added socializing, naturally, comes the temptation to have a beer or two. While there’s no shortage of occasions to have a drink, should you? Kristy Cameron digs deeper with Dr. Alykhan Abdulla, a family doctor who is based in Manotick. Meantime, Ontario Premier Doug Ford says he’ll put American booze back on the LCBO store shelves, but...

On Wednesday, the Carney Liberals are planning to unveil a U-16 social media ban, one of many portions to the incoming Digital Safety Act. Per reports, the ban will be similar to what was enacted last year in Australia, but it’s not expected to include the same type of ban for A.I. chatbots. A trio of other countries are mulling over social media bans, while Malaysia just implemented their own U-16 legislation. Meantime, for ...

Ottawa Inner City Health is warning of grave consequences when the city’s final 24/7 supervised consumption site shuts down. Ahead of next week’s closure, OICH delivered a joint letter from doctors to Queen’s Park, forecasting the dire strain on Ottawa’s healthcare system and social services. The last location is situated in the ByWard Market and symbolizes a critical point of contact within the community &n...

There’s a popular notion that Summer is the time of year where most people disconnect and chill. It’s definitely not as bleak, or as isolating, as the Winter months can be. However, this season can bring its own unique pressures. From holidays to weddings, there’s more pressure on your bank account. That means your calendar is busier, and there’s more people to see. Perhaps you might be more inclined to take...

The Ottawa Catholic School Board is making changes to its Bus Attendant Program later this month. This program involves having a support worker ride the school bus to assist students with special needs. Jennifer Bloom, a bus attendant herself, says they are ‘advocates’ for these students. And if these positions are eliminated, she fears that student safety on these bus rides would be ‘impossible’ to maintain...

Ottawa City Council will be convening tomorrow morning, and the ballooning price tag of the new Central Library could be one of the big items on Wednesday’s agenda. In Hour 4, CFRA’s Andrew Pinsent catches up with a construction lawyer, and explains how big-city projects can fall into a tailspin. Then, we preview tonight’s CTV Ottawa supper-hour newscast with Jackie Perez and Austin Lee. And if news breaks in real...

The Carney government is expected to table the Digital Safety Act tomorrow. Reports indicate that the new legislation will include a U-16 social media ban – similar to what was enacted last year in Australia. And while it’s not expected to include the same type of ban for A.I. chatbots, it will lay out the responsibilities for platforms to abide by. How young is too young, and what social media items should be off-limit...

The Ottawa Catholic School Board is making changes to its Bus Attendant Program later this month. This program involves having a support worker ride the school bus to assist students with special needs. Jennifer Bloom, a bus attendant herself, says they are ‘advocates’ for students. And if these positions are eliminated, she fears that safety on these bus rides would be ‘impossible’ to maintain. Kristy Camer...

The Carney Liberals are planning to unveil a U-16 social media ban, one of many portions to the incoming Digital Safety Act. Per reports, the ban will be similar to what was enacted last year in Australia, but it’s not expected to include the same type of ban for A.I. chatbots. A trio of other countries are mulling over social media bans, while Malaysia just implemented their own U-16 legislation. Meantime, for supervision pu...

The era of the mini-train is finally over, as Line 1 of Ottawa’s LRT has returned to normal service for the first time in 4 months. During peak hours, one train will arrive every 5 minutes. But how can we get people back on board? Mayor Sutcliffe, in collaboration with Capital Ward councillor Shawn Menard, is exploring options to rebuild goodwill and trust in the system. Would you give the train a second chance, and what woul...

Last week, Ottawa Bylaw Services seized over $69,000 worth of contraband vapes, which were snagged away from ‘several’ local businesses. Vapes fall under several laws, such as the federal Tobacco and Vaping Products Act and the provincial Smoke-Free Ontario Act. These retailers are also governed by city bylaws. As this was happening, a private member’s bill aimed at reducing youth vaping has passed First Reading a...

For the first time since January, Line 1 of Ottawa’s O-Train service has returned to a double-car system. It comes after an issue was discovered with the train’s Cartridge Bearing Assembly, forcing OC Transpo to reduce service for what ended up being 4 months. In an attempt to restore public trust, Capital Ward councillor Shawn Menard is tabling a motion, which is being seconded by Mayor Sutcliffe. His proposal is an at...