Having the courage to change
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Having the courage to change

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By Josiah Frith, Lowertown Community Association There was a time when horses ruled Ottawa’s streets, pulling carts, carriages, and wagons through Lowertown and beyond. But the charm wore thin. Horses were unpredictable, left the roads filthy with manure, and limited the city’s ability to grow. So came the trains. By the mid-1800s, rail lines were…

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Why grandfathering matters in Ottawa’s school rezoning debate

ByJennifer Campbell

By Josiah Frith The Ottawa-Carleton District School Board (OCDSB) is proposing significant changes to school boundaries, including expanding French immersion programs to all schools. On the surface, this appears to be a positive step toward educational accessibility. However, the decision to implement these changes without a grandfathering period – forcing some students to switch schools…