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Sexually transmitted infections are at their highest rates since the early ’90s, and the federal government is trying to combat STIs in Canada’s youth by investing six figures in a new study. The Canadian Sexual Health Indicators Survey is the first of its kind and will collect data from 18 to 20-year-olds across the country […]
MoreSEE VIDEO http://www.ottawasun.com/2012/01/10/woman-bit-by-dog-wins-settlement The Ottawa woman who was attacked by a Shih Tzu in the infamous Home Depot biting incident has sued the dog owner and received a settlement. “It’s been bittersweet, although, you know, the money has really helped out,” said Anne Riel. “I’ve paid a whole bunch of bills and I took my […]
MoreSEE VIDEO http://www.ottawasun.com/2012/01/01/new-years-baby-in-a-hurry-to-get-here Ottawa’s first baby of 2012 was born just 30 seconds after midnight. Audrey Pelchat was delivered at the Ottawa Hospital Civic campus, weighing 8 lbs, 3 ozs. “It’s amazing. We’re really happy,” said mom, Sarah Fairbrass, 30, of Barrhaven. “I feel good.” The baby arrived early. “I was due Jan. 9 ” […]
MoreSEE VIDEO http://www.ottawasun.com/2011/12/06/cops-protesters-clash-at-embassy At least three people were arrested — one hit with a Taser — Tuesday as hundreds of protesters squared off with RCMP and Ottawa police in Sandy Hill outside the Embassy of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Police in riot gear were called in Tuesday evening to manage the fiesty crowd […]
MoreIn the nation’s capital, visible ink doesn’t appear to be an issue for local cops. The Ottawa Police Service policy states “while on duty or representing the OPS, no member shall display body art or tattoos that may be perceived to be offensive.” The policy includes “anything that may be interpreted as criminal or gang […]
MoreSEE VIDEO http://www.ottawasun.com/2011/11/17/occupy-protesters-mark-global-day-of-action Occupy Ottawa demonstrators behaved themselves Thursday as they targeted four locations in the city, as part of the movement’s Global Day of Action. Many demonstrators donned winter coats, mittens and snowpants as organizers outlined a game plan before hitting the streets. The park — still housing tents and signs — was taken […]
MoreSEE VIDEO http://www.ottawasun.com/2011/11/15/ottawa-looks-to-big-apple-for-condom-strategy Ottawa Public Health is drawing inspiration from New York City’s free condom program to curb the rise of sexually transmitted infections. “We want condoms to be as accessible as possible,” said sexual health program manager Andrew Hendriks. Ottawa has higher rates of chlamydia, gonorrhea, HIV, and syphilis compared to the rest of […]
MoreYOUTUBE VIDEO http://www.ottawasun.com/2011/11/05/driver-f-bombs-rider OC Transpo is investigating what appears to be a driver’s expletive-filled rant — including threats to assault a rider — which was caught on video and posted to YouTube. The driver, who isn’t shown on camera, can be heard yelling “If you don’t shut your f—ing face, I’m going to stick my […]
MoreAs if Ottawa residents weren’t already upset enough about the possibility of infection from Dr. Christiane Farazli’s poor cleaning practices in her Carling Ave. endoscopy clinic, they’re also going to have to foot the $800,000 bill. SEE VIDEO http://www.ottawasun.com/2011/10/19/nightmare-colonoscopy-by-dirty-lab-doc-2003-complaint
MoreSEE VIDEO http://www.ottawasun.com/2011/10/05/ottawa-youth-set-to-vote Debates are over, candidates are anxious, voters are searching for their registration cards — let the democratic process begin. Wednesday will be the first time Olivia Jones votes. Jones turned 18 last December and says she didn’t participate in the spring federal election. Jones hails from the Greater Toronto Area and moving […]
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