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CTV News
09-06-2025
- Automotive
- CTV News
Families check out the City of Ottawa's fleet vehicles at annual expo
Families in Ottawa got a rare look inside some of the city's biggest and most intricate fleet vehicles in a unique twist on 'Doors Open Ottawa'. CTV's Camille W The City of Ottawa's annual Public Works Big Wheels Expo was held Saturday at the Ottawa Stadium. Kids and 'big kids' got to check out the City of Ottawa's front loaders, street sweepers, an interactive traffic signal display, and a hydraulic crane truck. 'This is a wonderful opportunity for our teams to showcase the work we do, the equipment we use for this work to our public. We love seeing all the kids and the families out here,' said Bryden Denyes, area manager for road services at City of Ottawa The event was part of Doors Open Ottawa, where the public is able to have a peak inside parts of the city that are often closed to the outside. 'It's great just to have somewhere to bring kids where they can bring some energy, learn some new things, touch everything, have new experiences. It's awesome. They can learn about what these vehicles do for the city as well,' said Britany Caron, attending with her son. The public even had an opportunity to climb into the driver's seat and check out the inside. 'Pretty fun. I did a lot of the switches, and I loved the buttons,' said Leo, who was having fun at the expo with his parents. The expo was there to show kids all the possibilities of what they can be in the future and hopefully broaden their imagination. Many children have miniature versions of these big rides at home but now get to see how big they really are. 'Our residents' families can come out and see a snowplow. They can see our forestry teams, what equipment they use for that, how we paint roads, how we pick up garbage,' said Denyes. City staff and support people were on site to explain how the work is done and to answer all their questions and provide information.
CTV News
08-06-2025
- Automotive
- CTV News
A look inside the city of Ottawa's fleet vehicles
Families in Ottawa got a rare look inside some of the city's biggest and most intricate fleet vehicles in a unique twist on 'Doors Open Ottawa'. CTV's Camille Wilson reports.
CTV News
07-06-2025
- CTV News
Public has first look inside new O-Train station at Doors Open Ottawa
The public was given a sneak preview of the new Trim Station on O-Train Line 1, set to open later this year. (Josh Marano/CTV News Ottawa) It's an exciting weekend in the city for residents and visitors, with Doors Open Ottawa returning to the nation's capital this weekend. The unique opportunity gives the community a behind-the-door look at the many iconic and historic buildings that are not usually open to the public or are not free to enter. Some buildings include the Ottawa Art Gallery, the Royal Canadian Mint, the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons and the Lemieux Island water treatment plant. Along with historic landmarks this year, OC Transpo opened its doors to the upgraded Trim Station. The former Transitway station is not operational yet, but potential riders and the public were invited to view the upgrades, along with a tour of the trains from conductors. Trim Station will soon serve as the final stop for O-Train Lines 1 when the line is extended from Blair Station. 'It's really great to be out here today, the community of Orléans is really excited for this new station to open,' said OC Transpo public information officer, Katrina Camposarcone-Stubbs. 'It's the station that's furthest east on the soon to be extended O-Train Line 1. Really excited to see people out here, they're excited to see the trains in the stations.' Trim Station The newly unveiled Trim Station at Doors Open Ottawa on June 7, 2025. (Josh Marano/CTV News Ottawa) Trim Station Trim Station on June 6, 2025. (Josh Marano/CTV News Ottawa) Officials have not said when the eastern extension will officially open but outgoing OC Transpo general manager of transit services Renee Amilcar has previously mentioned a fall for opening to passengers. People were also invited to check out one of the newest historical sites in the city, the Dominion Observatory. Tours were guided around the site along with a chance to look through a telescope. Mayor Mark Sutcliffe was also making the rounds to different sites on Saturday. 'You get a chance to go inside religious institutions, public infrastructure, city hall and other buildings all over our city where you might not otherwise have the opportunity to see what's going on there,' Sutcliffe said. 'It's a great event, and I'm grateful to all the volunteers who were involved and all the people who have opened their doors to the city today.' Doors Open Ottawa runs until Sunday.
CTV News
06-06-2025
- Sport
- CTV News
What's happening in Ottawa this weekend: June 6-8
A door outside the HI-Ottawa Jail Hostel reads 'Jail Entrance.' (HI-Ottawa Jail Hostel) looks at things to do in Ottawa and eastern Ontario this weekend. CHEO Telethon The 2025 CHEO Telethon is on CTV Ottawa on Saturday. The telethon showcases how your donations support CHEO, the CHEO Research Institute and the Roger Neilson Children's Hospice. To donate, visit Doors Open Ottawa Take a behind the scenes look at many iconic buildings in Ottawa this weekend. Doors Open Ottawa runs Saturday and Sunday across Ottawa. For a list of buildings to explore, click here. On Sunday, the city is hosting the Public Works Big Wheels Expo at 300 Coventry Road. Check out city vehicles, including a garbage truck, sidewalk sweeper, a hydraulic crane and a snow plow. Ottawa Titans The Ottawa Titans host the Sussex County Miners for a three-game series at the Ottawa Baseball Stadium. First pitch Friday night is at 7 p.m., followed by games at 6 p.m. Saturday and 1 p.m. on Sunday. There will be fireworks following Friday night's game. Saturday is Pride Night and Sunday is Cappy's Birthday Party. For tickets, visit Volleyball Nations League Some of the top women's volleyball teams in the world are in Ottawa this weekend for Volleyball Nations League. Canada, Bulgaria, Dominican Republic, Japan, Netherlands and Serbia will play at TD Place. For tickets, visit Rhythmic Gymnastics Canadian Championships The Rhythmic Gymnastics Canadian Championships run this weekend at Algonquin College. Witness the beauty, grace and athleticism of Canada's best rhythmic gymnasts. For tickets, visit Dickinson Days Don't miss Dickinson Days this weekend in Manotick Village. Events run all weekend, including a pancake breakfast and Kiwanis Craft Market on Saturday, a scavenger hunt and entertainment. There will be a fireworks show in Centennial Park at 9:30 p.m. Friday. For more information, click here. Ottawa Italian Festival Experience the sights, sounds and flavours of Italy during Ottawa Italian Festival. Head to Preston Street and explore the Ottawa Ferrari Festival, Italian Car Parade, Preston Street Market and the Preston Street Bicycle Races. Blackburn Fun Fair The first weekend of June means it's the Blackburn Fun Fair this weekend in Blackburn. The Blackburn Community Association invites you to enjoy a weekend of fun activities, including a movie night, parade, dog show, softball tournament, music and more. There's a fireworks show at 10 p.m. Saturday. For more information, visit Ottawa Firefighter Day The Ottawa Fire Service invites you to Firefighter Day at the Cumberland Heritage Village Museum. Touch a fire truck, learn how to use a fire extinguisher, take part in the children's firefighter challenge, and check out the bucket brigade, a vehicle extrication and a grease fire simulator. Firefighter Day runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. Orléans Craft Beer Festival The Orléans Craft Beer Festival runs Friday and Saturday at the Centrum Plaza. Enjoy two days of the best craft breweries, local food and live music. Guitars and Gasoline The Guitars and Gasoline music festival runs Friday, Saturday and Sunday at the Calabogie Motorsports Park. The lineup includes Blue Rodeo and The Trews Friday night, and Josh Ross and Theory of a Deadman on Saturday night. NCC bike days National Capital Commission's weekend bikedays continue all weekend. The NCC will close the parkways and Queen Elizabeth Driveway to vehicles for active use. Here is a look at what's open for cyclists, runners, walkers and other active use: Kichi Zībī Mīkan (Vimy Place to Carling Avenue): 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday Sir George-Étienne Cartier Parkway (Aviation Parkway to St. Joseph Boulevard): 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday Queen Elizabeth Driveway (Somerset Avenue to Fifth Avenue): 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday National Arts Centre Here's a look at what's happening at the National Arts Centre this weekend. Friday: Summer Indigenous Art Market Saturday-Sunday: Le Potager, a rock concert for kids Saturday: Jennifer Castle Meridian Theatres at Centrepointe Here's a look at what's happening at the Meridian Theatres at Centrepointe this weekend: Friday-Sunday: The Music Man Sunday: The Barrhaven Community Concert Band Shenkman Arts Centre See Anne of Green Gables this weekend at the Shenkman Arts Centre. The presentation by the Ottawa School of Theatre runs Friday, Saturday and Sunday. 613flea 613flea returns to Lansdowne Park on Saturday. Check out 150 vendors between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Admission is free. Lansdowne Farmers Market The Lansdowne Farmers Market is back at Lansdowne on Sunday. Connect with over 85 local vendors in the historic Aberdeen Square from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Main Street Farmers Market The Main Street Farmers Market is open for the season. The market is open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Grande Allee Park. Carp Farmers Market The Carp Farmers Market is open every Saturday 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. This week is Market Day, with an educational display in the Rotunda featuring pioneer artifacts. Metcalfe Farmers Market The Metcalfe Farmers Market has kicked off a new season. The market is every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Metcalfe Fairgrounds. Westboro Farmers' Market The Westboro Farmers Market is open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The market is located in Byron Linear Park. Museums Click on the links for the schedule at museums in Ottawa and eastern Ontario: Parliament of Canada Tours Enjoy a free, guided tour of the Senate at the Senate of Canada Building, the House of Commons in the West Block and the East Block. For tickets and tour times, visit Parliament: The Immersive Experience Explore the main Parliament Building, also called Centre Block, in this innovative experience. Parliament: The Immersive Experience at 211 Sparks Street includes an exhibition and a 360-degree multimedia show that takes you on a tour through Centre Block, which has been closed since 2019. The self-guided tour is 45 minutes. Tickets are available at no cost at visit Events Happening in Kingston this weekend Friday-Sunday: Decrepitude Blues at the Domino Theatre Friday: Bloom into You at the Kingston Grand Theatre Saturday: Bloom in my garden at the Kingston Grand Theatre Saturday: Night at the Opera at the Spire Inclusive Fun Fair The second annual Inclusive Fun Fair is Saturday in Kingston. The free, family-friendly event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Shannon Park. Brockville Street Fair The Brockville Street Fair runs Friday, Saturday and Sunday in Brockville. Enjoy amusement rides, midway games, treats and more, while supporting the Shriners. For more information, click here. Knickers! See Knickers, a 'brief' comedy, this weekend at the Seaway Valley Theatre. Show times are 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 2 p.m. on Sunday. For more information, visit Unleashed Pet Fest Bring your furry friend to Unleashed Pet Fest on Pitt Street in Cornwall on Saturday. Admission is free. Brockville Ontario Speedway Saturday night is race night at the Brockville Ontario Speedway. Racing starts at 7 p.m. Cornwall Motor Speedway Sunday is race night at the Cornwall Motor Speedway Enjoy racing around the quarter-mile dirt track, with the first race at 6 p.m.
CTV News
05-06-2025
- CTV News
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