For the past several years, we’ve been following the story of a now 12-year-old girl named Hillary McKibbin, and her brave fight against a rare blood disorder called Aplastic Anemia. From time to time, alongside her mother Kelly, we’ve checked in with Hillary about the current stem cell registry, and the duo's tireless efforts to raise awareness about its overall importance. However, since the latest checkup, Hillary has been hit with several curveballs. To be more specific, another rare blood disorder. Hillary and Kelly McKibbin join guest host Andrew Pinsent on today’s Ottawa Now.

For the past several years, we&rsquo;ve been following the story of a now 12-year-old girl named Hillary McKibbin, and her brave fight against a rare blood disorder called Aplastic Anemia. From time to time, alongside her mother Kelly, we&rsquo;ve checked in with Hillary about the current stem cell registry, and the duo's tireless efforts to raise awareness about its overall importance. However, since the latest checkup, Hillary has been hit with several curveballs. To be more specific, another rare blood disorder. Hillary and Kelly McKibbin join guest host Andrew Pinsent on today&rsquo;s Ottawa Now.

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Ottawa Now - Life throws 12-year-old Hillary McKibbin another major curveball

A group of Ottawa-based Liberal MPP’s were pushing the Ford government for answers this week about a wide range of local issues. Of course, the highly-anticipated upload of Highway 174 and Ottawa’s LRT was mentioned in detail. However, it was the brand-new Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus that served as the headlining act, as many are hoping for clarity on the updated cost and timeline of the project. As they left Queen’s Park, the crowd of MPP’s were scratching their heads and still searching for answers. Interim Liberal leader John Fraser joins Andrew Pinsent on CFRA Weekends.

A group of Ottawa-based Liberal MPP&rsquo;s were pushing the Ford government for answers this week about a wide range of local issues. Of course, the highly-anticipated upload of Highway 174 and Ottawa&rsquo;s LRT was mentioned in detail. However, it was the brand-new Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus that served as the headlining act, as many are hoping for clarity on the updated cost and timeline of the project. As they left Queen&rsquo;s Park, the crowd of MPP&rsquo;s were scratching their heads and still searching for answers. Interim Liberal leader John Fraser joins Andrew Pinsent on CFRA Weekends.

CFRA Weekends - Local Liberal MPP's still searching for clarity on Civic Campus costs

Over the coming months, Ottawa’s Mayor will be vying to keep his job. Mark Sutcliffe submitted his election papers on Monday, officially entering a mayoral race that includes Kitchissippi councillor Jeff Leiper, local economist Neil Saravanamuttoo, and local homebuilder Alex Lawson. What does the latest polling data say about each candidate, and who has the way-too-early edge? CFRA’s Andrew Pinsent crunches the numbers with David Valentin, a Principal at Liaison Strategies.

Over the coming months, Ottawa&rsquo;s Mayor will be vying to keep his job. Mark Sutcliffe submitted his election papers on Monday, officially entering a mayoral race that includes Kitchissippi councillor Jeff Leiper, local economist Neil Saravanamuttoo, and local homebuilder Alex Lawson. What does the latest polling data say about each candidate, and who has the way-too-early edge? CFRA&rsquo;s Andrew Pinsent crunches the numbers with David Valentin, a Principal at Liaison Strategies.

CFRA Weekends - Ottawa mayoral candidate list grows to 4 names as Mark Sutcliffe officially enters the fray

Over the coming weeks, the Ford government will cease funding for Ottawa’s remaining safe consumption sites – the Sandy Hill Community Health Centre on Nelson Street and a trailer operated by Ottawa Inner City Health at the ByWard Market Shepherds of Good Hope. Earlier this week, Ottawa’s top doctor issued stern warnings to decision-makers and residents alike, fearing that the looming ripple effects could be dire. What should we expect to see once these sites close? Is Canada’s Capital equipped to handle the fallout? Dr. Monty Ghosh is an addiction specialist who works at the University of Alberta Hospital in Edmonton, and also teaches at the University of Calgary. He joins Andrew Pinsent on CFRA Weekends.

Over the coming weeks, the Ford government will cease funding for Ottawa&rsquo;s remaining safe consumption sites &ndash; the Sandy Hill Community Health Centre on Nelson Street and a trailer operated by Ottawa Inner City Health at the ByWard Market Shepherds of Good Hope. Earlier this week, Ottawa&rsquo;s top doctor issued stern warnings to decision-makers and residents alike, fearing that the looming ripple effects could be dire. What should we expect to see once these sites close? Is Canada&rsquo;s Capital equipped to handle the fallout? Dr. Monty Ghosh is an addiction specialist who works at the University of Alberta Hospital in Edmonton, and also teaches at the University of Calgary. He joins Andrew Pinsent on CFRA Weekends.

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