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Covering Ottawa communities since 2018. Published by Carleton University's School of Journalism and Communication. 📍Ottawa, ON capitalcurrent.ca

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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
Capital Current’s Amber Gray reports on how Re-Read Used Books is turning a new page with its second location. Read more: capitalcurrent.ca/ottawa-secon... #Ottawa #OttNews
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Ottawa secondhand bookstore starts a second chapter - Capital Current
Re-Read Used Books is expanding with a second location in Riverside South. The owners share the story about what their small business has become.
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
Capital Current’s Dexter Nyuurnibe reports on how lower tax rates for older apartment buildings may give some tenants a reduction in rent. Read more: capitalcurrent.ca/lower-tax-ra... #Ottawa #OttNews
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Lower tax rates on apartment buildings may mean lower rents for tenants - Capital Current
A four-year tax adjustment could see some tenants in Ottawa receive a break on rent.
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
An Auditor General investigation finds OC Tranpso hired several underqualified candidates to fill key management roles. Capital Current's Aidan Kallioinen has more.
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OC Transpo hiring underqualified candidates, Ottawa's Auditor General says - Capital Current
The City of Ottawa's Auditor General listed several concerns about the way OC Transpo hires employees.
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
City Councillors like Rawlson King want new tracking of on-time reliability for OC Transpo services. Capital Current's Isabel Malseed and Emily Renae Kapralik have the scoop 🚌
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Councillors push for more transparent real-time tracking of transit reliability - Capital Current
OC Transpo riders are coping with hundreds of daily cancellations of scheduled bus trip and the city is finally acting to improve communication.
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
Submissions for the exhibition closed on March 26, and winning submissions will be selected in mid-April. The exhibition will take place from April 25 until May 19, anyone is welcome to attend.
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
"We're seeing a lot of marginalized communities sharing stories, like more racialized youth, queer youth, houseless youth, and having more opportunities for people to share their stories through art, I think is really important," Sanassy says. [Photo Provided by Saivani Sanassy]
Photo of one of the Carleton University Art Gallery’s workshops. People sit at tables on the second floor of the gallery, working on the workshop activity.
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
"And I think it's just as valuable as a mid-career artist or a professional artist, because there are different stories that are being shared," says Sanassy. [Photo Credit Sarah Forrest]
Saivani Sanassy smiles at the camera from inside the Carleton University Art Gallery.
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
Saivani Sanassy, an ambassador and workshop facilitator at the Carleton University Art Gallery, says that art programs for Ottawa youth are always important. "There aren't as many opportunities for youth and emerging artists to share their stories, share their artwork," she says.
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
More examples of Runstedtler's work can be found through her portfolio here: naomirein.my.canva.site. Also, her Instagram here: www.instagram.com/the_girl_and....
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
Runstedtler says exhibitions like Young at Art are important learning experiences for young creatives. Not only can they practice creating pieces, they can also practice self-representation, she says.
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
"That can be really important for somebody's development... and help them perceive themselves in a more positive way," she says. Runstedtler's video submission can be viewed here: youtu.be/r5TY_LxGXjA.
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changing seasons - experimental short film
YouTube video by Naomi Rein
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
Naomi Runstedtler is one of last year's selected artists. "It's a great way to just have community as a young person... I think it's really important to have spaces for young people where they can express themselves and just gain recognition for something that they've done."
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
For the exhibition's 30th year, Young at Art has introduced a $500 bursary for the Senior category, which includes artists aged 16 to 19. Also starting this year, two runner-up artworks will be featured in the gallery for each category on top of the selected winners. [Photo Credit Sarah Forrest]
Photo of the Shenkman Arts Centre’s gallery space, a visitor is viewing one of the art pieces on display. This is the space that will be used for the exhibition.
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
"It helps youth present their ideas, stories, and creativity publicly, which builds confidence and validates their artistic voice," said Qassem.
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
In a statement to Capital Current, Areej Qassem, a program coordinator at the City of Ottawa said, "Young at Art plays an important role in supporting the future of young artists by providing early exposure to a professional exhibition environment."
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
These young creatives submit their work through the City of Ottawa website. Their submissions are then reviewed by a committee of professional artists. Selected works are featured in the Young at Art exhibition at the Shenkman Arts Centre in Orléans. [Photo Credit Sarah Forrest]
Photo taken from the inside the arts centre building. The photo shows a promotional image for the exhibition displayed on a TV monitor inside the gallery.
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
2026 marks the 30th anniversary of Ottawa's Young at Art exhibition, featuring artists aged 12-19. [Photo Credit Sarah Forrest]
Photo of the front of the Shenkman Arts Centre building
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
Postma also underlined how these changes could add increased pressure. "Losing this access would significantly complicate our daily business operations,” said Postma.
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
Additionally, Postma notes that it could make store deliveries even more challenging than they already are. “We rely on frequent afternoon deliveries,” said Postma. “Currently, couriers are able to park briefly in front of the store to drop off shipments." [Photo credit Dexter Nyuurnibe]
Photo of a delivery truck on Bank Street.
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
“Implementing bus lanes, particularly during the 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM window, would further restrict access for our customers and may discourage them from visiting our shop.” [Photo credit Aidan Kallioinen]
Photo of parked cars on Bank street.
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
Lauyrn Postma, manager of Fairy Dreams Bridal and My Baby Shoppe, says the plan will compound existing parking issues. “Current restrictions already cause many clients to arrive late for their appointments,” said Postma. [Photo credit Aidan Kallioinen]
Photo of Fairy Dreams Bridal and My Baby Shoppe on Bank street.
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
Coun. Menard says he has experienced these bus cancellations himself. “The buses I take most are the six and the seven,” he said. “That afternoon peak period can be really difficult in getting back... so there was a point where I had to get off the bus and just walk.” [Photo credit Dexter Nyuurnibe]
Photo of the number 7 bus on bank street.
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
“The cancellations and delays for buses are because they're sitting in traffic… dedicated bus lanes just means that they're able to be that much more reliable,” said Miljusevic. [Photo credit Aidan Kallioinen]
A photo of the number 6 double decker bus on bank street.
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
Some transit advocates say the pilot project doesn’t go far enough. “I think it definitely falls short in some ways,” said Marko Miljusevic, a board member at Strong Towns Ottawa. “They wouldn't run it on weekends or during events. That seems like a really big missed opportunity.” bit.ly/47BN8c3
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
“ It's [about] the sheer number of buses that are on Bank Street,” said Shawn Menard, councillor for Ward 17. “To me, this is a really good start in that there are sections of 24-7 bus lanes we can test.” [Photo courtesy City of Ottawa]
Map of Bank Street in Ottawa with sections highlighted showing where bus lines may go.
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
The project comes off the back of Ottawa’s Transportation and Transit Priority Feasibility Study which recommended the city install north and southbound bus lanes to reduce wait times in the Glebe. The bus lanes would serve OC Transpo’s second and third-busiest routes.
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
Ottawa councillors are set to vote on a pilot project on April 8 to install bus lanes along a portion of Bank Street in the Glebe. If approved, the bus lanes will run along a 1.6-kilometre stretch of Bank St. during peak hours for an initial 15-month period. [Photo courtesy City of Ottawa]
Map of Ottawa with Bank Street highlighted.
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
Capital Current’s Justine Castillo reports on the progress of the Ottawa Police Service’s body camera pilot project that uses AI for transcription and translation. #Ottawa #AI Read about it here: capitalcurrent.ca/ottawa-polic...
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Ottawa police say translation system in body-worn cameras already helping in the community - Capital Current
The Ottawa police say they are finding that the artificial intelligence software accompanying body-worn cameras is helping them with language translation in the community, report writing, among other ...
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
Capital Current's Will Brady reports on the benefits Ottawa police say they are seeing from the artificial intelligence system built into body-worn cameras, something the force plans to expand in coming years. #Ottawa #OttNews Read about it here: capitalcurrent.ca/ai-in-body-w...
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AI in body-worn cameras major time saver, Ottawa police tell board - Capital Current
The Ottawa Police Service says the AI part of body-worn camera pilot helping speed up report writing for officers.
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
Does the data on LGBTQ2+ hate crimes tell the full story? Despite a decline in the number of reported hate crimes against the LGBTQ2+ community, some groups say that's at odds with their experiences. Check out the story by Will Brady and Dexter Nyuurnibe here: capitalcurrent.ca/lgbtq2-activ...
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LGBTQ2+ activists, police say drop in hate crimes not accounting for large number of unreported incidents  - Capital Current
Hate crimes directed towards members of Ottawa's LGBTQ2+ community are under-reported.
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
Warmer weather? Better get out the sunscreen. ☀️ Check out our new story by reporters Ava Thomas and Maria Michaux, who interviewed experts to get the latest on what sun exposure means for your health: capitalcurrent.ca/skin-cancer-...
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Skin cancer in Canada: Experts urge sunscreen use as warmer weather approaches - Capital Current
Health experts warn skin cancer remains common in Canada as warm weather approaches, urging Canadians to use sunscreen and practice sun safety.
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
Reid says the new deli is a welcome addition to the neighbourhood. “It’s nice seeing the neighbourhood flourish and become even more community-oriented. This was exactly what Old Ottawa South needed.”
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
Second year student Zoë Nield is looking forward to having a deli nearby. “It’ll be nice to have good sandwich place nearby” she said. For the Di Alessandro family, the new location is about more than expansion. “It gives us the opportunity to share our traditional recipes,” said Di Alessandro.
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
Some younger customers have also welcomed the addition. Carleton University student Rayne Reid says the deli reminds her of home. “I grew up near Vaughan and always had affordable, authentic Italian cuisine nearby,” she said. “It’s nice to have that same experience now in Ottawa.”
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
While both shops attract sandwich lovers, the new location brings in a different crowd than the deli on Pleasant Park Road. “At the other location we get a lot of construction and government workers,” said Di Alessandro. “Here it’s a whole different group" [Photos by Maria Michaux]
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
“We didn’t have a lot of space at our first location,” said Di Alessandro. “Our foot traffic was insanely high for that small spot.” She said expanding to Bank Street made sense, describing Old Ottawa South as “the new downtown.”
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
Roberto’s Corner originally started out of the back of an Urbandale Quickie in 2018. With limited space, the Di Alessandro family quickly realized they would eventually need room to grow. [Photos by Maria Michaux]
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
The Di Alessandro family says they are excited to bring their food to another part of the city. “It’s been really good,” said Angelina Di Alessandro, daughter of owner Roberto Di Alessandro. “It’s been crazy busy… the support’s been really good.” [Photos by Sophia Lall]
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
Roberto’s Corner has settled into a new location. The popular Ottawa deli’s second shop in Old Ottawa South is now open for business. Located at 1134 Bank Street, the Italian deli now includes a café with plenty of seating for dine-in customers. [Photos by Maria Michaux]
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
Capital Current’s Aidan Kallioinen reports that Ottawa’s homeless shelters are struggling with capacity as the number of people depending on shelter services increases. #Ottawa #Ottnews #Affordability Read about it here: capitalcurrent.ca/ottawa-tackl...
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When temperatures drop, Ottawa rises to tackle winter homelessness
With homelessness shelters routinely at capacity, homelessness during the winter becomes a matter of survival.
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
Capital Current’s Melissa Moore reports on the Indigenous Prosperity Foundation’s Launchpad initiative, designed to support Indigenous entrepreneurs. #Ottawa #Business Read about it here: capitalcurrent.ca/indigenous-g...
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Indigenous group aims to help small businesses thrive in the digital economy - Capital Current
Ashley-Rose Machendagoos, who sells beaded earrings and beaded kits, says she struggles with all the technology required to have an online store. The Indigenous Prosperity Foundation aims to ease thos...
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
Capital Current’s Ava Parkhill reports on a new Ontario law that aims to protect job seekers by requiring employers to respond to candidates after interviews. Read about it here: capitalcurrent.ca/tired-of-get...
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Tired of getting ghosted by employers? New Ontario law supports job seekers - Capital Current
Amended Ontario legislation is aimed at making the job application process faster for those looking for work.
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
Capital Current’s Abigail Noble reports that the City of Ottawa has delayed plans to turn William Street in the ByWard Market into a permanent pedestrian-only street after concerns from local businesses. #Ottawa Read about it here: capitalcurrent.ca/byward-marke...
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ByWard Market William Street pedestrian project delayed over fears of impacts on businesses - Capital Current
A project to pedestrianize William Street in the ByWard Market has been stalled over concerns about the impact on local businesses.
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
Capital Current’s Sarah Forrest reports on OC Transpo’s struggle with bus reliability due to numerous delays in e-bus deliveries that are meant to replace the current aging fleet. #Ottawa #OCTranspo #OttawaTransit Read more here: capitalcurrent.ca/oc-transpos-...
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OC Transpo's efforts to improve bus reliability hampered by delays in e-bus deliveries - Capital Current
Bus reliability continues to be a problem for OC Transpo as the fleet ages and the arrival of replacements is delayed.
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
Capital Current’s Sophia Lall and Sarah Forrest report on how craft breweries across Canada are adapting to declining beer consumption by diversifying products and finding new ways to attract customers. #Business #CraftBeer #Canada Read more here: capitalcurrent.ca/craft-brewer...
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Craft breweries must find ways to adapt to declining beer consumption in Canada - Capital Current
Craft beer breweries are working towards reshaping the industry amidst a decline in beer sales and alcohol consumption.
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
Capital Current's Wadane Sougoufara reports on the Senators' new partnership with Hockey Outaouais to connect elite youth hockey players with professional stars. #Hockey #OttawaSenators Read about it here: capitalcurrent.ca/ottawa-senat...
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Ottawa Senators partnership to support Gatineau's elite young players - Capital Current
A partnership between the Ottawa Senators and Outaouais youth hockey will bring many benefits to young elite players.
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
Capital Current's Aatish Karthik reports on Ottawa sports journalist Julian McKenzie's new book "Black Aces," which highlights Black hockey stars throughout history. #Hockey #Bookrelease Read about it here: capitalcurrent.ca/new-book-pro...
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New book profiles Black stars of hockey, aims to fill gap in history of game - Capital Current
New book profiles the Black players who made their mark in hockey in Canada and beyond.
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
Capital Current's Brendan Melnic reports on the growing trend of fitness influencers promoting injectable peptides as quick fixes for recovery despite warnings from health experts about serious potential health risks. #Health #Fitness Read about it here: capitalcurrent.ca/fitness-infl...
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Fitness influencers promote risky, unproven fitness products called peptides online — and health experts are ringing alarm bells - Capital Current
Social media influencers are promoting the use of unauthorized fitness supplements called peptides.
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
Capital Current's Ava Thomas reports on Ottawa dancer creating pop-up dance workshops for adults in Ottawa in the hopes of making the art more accessible. #Ottawa #Dance Read about it here: capitalcurrent.ca/creating-spa...
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Creating space to move: A dancer's mission to make dance accessible in Ottawa - Capital Current
Give Dance a Chance, co-founded by Carleton University student Manhattan MacLennan, offers pay-what-you-can dance workshops in Ottawa.
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Capital Current @capitalcurrent.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
Capital Current's Sarah Forrest reports on Rough Draft Events creating more 'third places' for young adults in Ottawa. #Ottawa #OttawaEvents Read about it here: capitalcurrent.ca/as-welcoming...
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As welcoming 'third places' decline, Rough Draft Events is building a community for young adults in Ottawa - Capital Current
Founded by Cara Loop, Ottawa’s Rough Draft Events hosts low-cost craft workshops, trivia nights and themed events at local cafes and breweries, creating accessible “third places” for young adults.
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