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As Ottawa’s first skate-less winter on the Rideau Canal came to a close, residents held a vigil to mourn the worlds largest skating rink.

Ottawa's new official plan came under persistent criticism over two days from a long list of public delegations, many concerned its lack of precise language could open the door to rapid intensification of neighbourhoods and loss of trees.

Ecology Ottawa is seeing record demand for tree seedlings at its annual giveaways this year, as it says efforts to limit the effect of worsening heat waves are gaining momentum across the city.

Article content What do a doughnut and Ottawa’s Official Plan have in common? Absolutely nothing right now, but maybe they should. Doughnut economics, a concept originated by economist Kate Raworth, consists of two concentric rings: a social foundation to ensure that no one is missing out on life’s essentials, and an ecological ceiling ensuring we protect the Earth. These concentric rings form the doughnut — a space where humanity can thrive. While drawn at a global scale, cities are down...