CFRA Weekends - As all 32 NHL teams hit 'refresh', Senators aim to build off a resilient campaign

A few months ago, thousands of Sens fans were hoping that a resilient 2nd Half would lead to a legendary playoff run. What they ended up getting instead was a tough dose of Buckley's from the Carolina Hurricanes, who swept the Sens in 4 straight and then won 12 more games to capture hockey's greate…

PODCAST: CFRA Weekends for Sun. June 14th, 2026

Ottawa-based Experience Social has moved its pinball arcade operations to a bigger venue. In fact, no pinball venue in Canada is bigger. They now reside at 250 Greenbank Road near Hunt Club – the former site of The Brass Monkey. Andrew Pinsent checks in with owner Mike Loftus to talk about the big …

CFRA Weekends - Italian Week kicks off in Canada’s Capital

Brush up on your Italian and save room for a plate of spaghetti! Another edition of Italian Week is underway here in Ottawa, and it’s running until June 21st. CFRA’s Andrew Pinsent catches up with Noor Sunba, the Chair of the Board at Italian Week Ottawa.

CFRA Weekends - Ottawa teen’s dress design earns major accolades

Aoife Swandel is a Grade 12 student at Canterbury High School. However, her latest work in fashion is gaining her plenty of attention all around campus, the neighbourhood block she lives on, and all across Canada. This week, she was headed to Carnegie Hall in New York City to receive a prestigious …

CFRA Weekends - Ottawa is officially home to Canada’s biggest pinball arcade!

After months of anticipation, Ottawa-based Experience Social has moved its pinball arcade operations to a bigger venue. In fact, no pinball venue in Canada is bigger. They now reside at 250 Greenbank Road near Hunt Club – the former site of The Brass Monkey. And while the former location on Baselin…

PODCAST: CFRA Weekends for Sat. June 13th, 2026

The Week In Review Funding for safe consumption sites ends on Saturday. OC Transpo prepares for a federal return-to-office mandate, as it introduces an ambitious hiring plan. As one of Ontario’s fastest-growing cities, Ottawa city councillors are concerned about how the municipality will continue p…

CFRA Weekends - Councillor Tierney tabbed to lead the Federation of Canadian Municipalities

Last weekend, the councillor for Beacon Hill-Cyrville Ward was elected President of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities. Tim Tierney joins CFRA Weekends to discuss its national priorities and put those issues into local context, particularly infrastructure.

CFRA Weekends - How often do large projects miss deadlines and go over budget?

Ottawa’s new Central Library is at least a year behind schedule, nearly double its original budget, and currently standing at $352 million. City Council approved $11.5 million to the city’s share of the Adisoke Library this week. However, the city and contractor appear at odds over what – and who –…

CFRA Weekends - Ottawa Redblacks begin 2026 CFL season with new hope, but can they deliver results?

A new head coach, new weapons on offense, a boost in team morale, and positive competition at quarterback will hopefully fuel success for the 2026 Ottawa Redblacks. But after the weather forecast rained on the fans' Opening Night parade at TD Place, the Edmonton Elks did the same to Ottawa's comeba…

PODCAST: CFRA Weekends for Sun. June 7th, 2026

Canada’s Capital has become a hockey powerhouse over the years, but did you know that the same place that houses Canada’s Parliament has become a North American hub for ‘bike polo’? CFRA’s Maryanne McLarty paid a visit to Little Italy to learn more about this sport. Then, we check in with Gavin Sim…