Ottawa news on Friday, October 23, 2026

In Ottawa on Friday, October 23, 2026: Crime Stoppers suspended after data breach; deli for sale. Also: Di Rienzo, a beloved deli in Little Italy, is being sold as owners prepare to retire; Police are investigating a serious assault that occurred after the Senators-Panthers game at Canadian Tire Centre. Weather: Expect fog and rain today with temperatures between 2–12°C and light winds.

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Headlines

Ottawa police have suspended Crime Stoppers after discovering a cybersecurity data breach affecting the service.CBC · Oct 23, 11:39 PM

News & local government

Canada Post is ending door-to-door mail delivery in some Ottawa neighbourhoods, drawing mixed reaction from residents.CTV News · Oct 23, 10:43 PM
Canada Post begins weekend parcel delivery in Ottawa, Montreal and Toronto this fall.CBC · Oct 23, 4:02 PM
A downtown Ottawa parking garage partially collapsed due to excessive snow loading, according to the owner's investigation.CBC · Oct 23, 7:27 PM
Ottawa mayoral candidates have released campaign promises ahead of the municipal election.CTV News · Oct 23, 4:39 PM
Ottawa city council expressed disappointment after a union announced strike votes affecting 120,000 workers.CTV News · Oct 23, 8:10 PM
Housing and homelessness are central issues in the Rideau-Vanier electoral race.Nunatsiaq News · Oct 23, 7:39 PM
The Federation of Canadian Municipalities sees renewed energy in Ottawa following pre-budget advocacy discussions.The Spec · Oct 24, 3:50 AM

Safety & emergencies

Police are investigating a serious assault that occurred after the Senators-Panthers game at Canadian Tire Centre.CityNews Ottawa · Oct 23, 7:08 PM
A small plane's engine failed over west Ottawa before it crashed fatally, according to the Transportation Safety Board.CBC · Oct 23, 5:41 PM

Events & going out

Today–tomorrow: various activities and events happening across Ottawa this weekend.CTV News · Oct 23, 8:00 AM
Today: Rinkside Rodeo brings a Western-themed party to Canadian Tire Centre during Senators games.NHL.com · Oct 23, 9:01 PM

Food & drink

A food writer lists seven top Ottawa restaurants worth visiting on their shortlist.Narcity · Oct 24, 12:04 AM

Business & new openings

Di Rienzo, a beloved deli in Little Italy, is being sold as owners prepare to retire.CBC · Oct 23, 11:49 PM
Porter Airlines celebrates 20 years with Ottawa becoming a key part of the carrier's expansion plans.CTV News · Oct 23, 8:52 PM

Sports

Rugby Canada receives new federal funding ahead of an upcoming Ottawa match against England.Rugby Canada · Oct 23, 9:35 PM

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