Ottawa news on Monday, October 26, 2026

In Ottawa on Monday, October 26, 2026: Municipal election day in Ottawa: polls open now. Also: Parks Canada is laying off approximately 500 employees in Ottawa; Ottawa drone makers are expanding operations following increased defence budget allocation. Weather: Expect rain and cloud cover today with highs of 13°C and winds up to 14 km/h.

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Today is Ottawa municipal election day. Polls are open for voters to cast ballots for mayor, councillors and school board trustees.CTV News · Oct 25, 9:05 PM

News & local government

Parks Canada is laying off approximately 500 employees in Ottawa.VOCM · Oct 26, 8:34 AM

Business & new openings

Ottawa drone makers are expanding operations following increased defence budget allocation.CBC · Oct 26, 8:00 AM

Housing & real estate

Ottawa housing sales increased in September, building momentum for development charge relief discussions.Ontario Construction News · Oct 26, 8:02 AM

Health & care

Flu shots are now available to Ottawa residents starting today.CTV News · Oct 25, 10:59 PM

Sports

Atlético Ottawa advances to face Forge FC in Canadian Premier League playoffs after losing to Inter Toronto.CBC · Oct 25, 11:37 PM

Community & volunteering

Soldiers from CFB Petawawa walked to Ottawa to raise money for victims of the CFB Wainwright tragedy.CBC · Oct 26, 5:55 AM

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