Thursday, January 22, 2026, in Ottawa is looking like a typical winter day with a mix of light snow and significant political news.
Weather
The current temperature is -3°C (feeling like -9°C) under mostly cloudy skies. Expect a high of -2°C and a low of -16°C. There is a 60% chance of flurries this morning, with risk of snow squalls in the afternoon potentially bringing 2 to 4 cm of accumulation. Temperatures are expected to drop significantly heading into the weekend.
Top Local Headlines
National Politics: Prime Minister Mark Carney and his cabinet are meeting in Quebec City today for a planning forum focused on the economy and affordability.
Infrastructure & Environment: First Nations chiefs are calling for answers from the federal government regarding a recent pipeline agreement with Alberta, citing concerns over the lack of provisions for fresh water protection.
International Relations: The Chinese Ambassador to Canada, Wang Di, is urging the government to move quickly on new collaboration deals following the Prime Minister’s recent visit to Beijing.
Today's Events
Resolution 2026: An arts event taking place at the Arts Court Theatre.
Better Jobs Ontario Session: An in-person information session on career retraining is being held at the CERC in Kanata at 10:00 AM.
Winter Festivities: Several community winter carnivals (like Carnaval St-Jean Bosco) are currently underway in the region.
Transit & Traffic Alerts
OC Transpo: O-Train Line 1 is operating with fewer trains and some single-car configurations due to maintenance issues; expect potential crowding during peak hours.
Bank Street: Northbound lanes are reduced to one lane from Echo Drive to Wilton Crescent for construction.
Hwy 417: Maintenance work will cause closures on various segments of Highway 417 starting tonight at 11:00 PM.
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