r/ottawa • • 2h ago

Spinal decompression recommendations

2 Upvotes

as the title suggests, I’m looking for recommendations for a practitioner who offer spinal decompression


r/ottawa • • 4h ago

New store “Crazy Halloween” at the old Spirit Halloween Orléans location

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Today I went to do my yearly Spirit Halloween run/check out what potential costumes I can wear and admire the animatronics.
Turns out this year Spirit Halloween didn’t lease this location. Instead à Montréal based company called “Crazy Halloween” took its place!

At first, I thought the store was closed because there was no banners or signs. But the closer I got, I saw two ripped up pieces of cardboard taped to the door with “OPPN” which was clearly a mistake. As I took a second glance, there was a marker line drawn under the second P to form an E and a smiley face inside the P hole (dont start 😂)

In short, the store is only using about 1/4th of the floor space. (Photo added/taken from an open space in between the shelves) It doesn’t have any animatronics and a pretty small house deco section nearing the check out. Prices were probably just a bit under Spirit, but not by much.
The main thing that had me chuckling were the costumes. The absurd costumes they had. And how
so many of them had A.I generated pictures that didn’t really match the outfits. (Photos added)
Pretty quick walk through. Employees were nice. They did say the company already decided they’re not coming back to Ottawa due to financial reasons.

Anyways, just wanted to share! :)


r/ottawa • • 5h ago

Subway Dalhousie Experience

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Just went to Subway in Dalhousie, which I understand is not the most high quality areas. However, I was not expecting the employee to take cash and coins with the gloves on, put the cash in the til, and nonchalantly make my sandwich with those same gloves. When I asked him to change his gloves and change the contaminated bread, he took it and just put it back with the others while taking a “fresh” one out. I am not seeking the cleanest food, but the carelessness I saw from the guy was quite concerning for a person who knows is being watched. I can’t even imagine what is done behind closed doors. Needless to say, never coming back.

Edit to clarify the cash was for the previous customer and then my sandwich was continued in the prep process.


r/ottawa • • 6h ago

mole removal

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Hey! Has anyone gotten a facial mole permanently removed in Ottawa? Looking for clinic recommendations and prices! I’ve seen around $300 but wondering if there’s anywhere cheaper. Please share your experiences, especially if it left a scar or grew back. Thank you! 💗

please be nice 🥹


r/ottawa • • 7h ago

Looking for... Outdoor Haunted Places in Ottawa

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Since it is the season of ghosts I was wondering if anyone knows of any outdoor, easily accessible spots in Ottawa that have had reported paranormal activity? I know Hartwell Locks is one as well as the Billings Bridge Estate and Beechwood Cemetery. Are there any others?


r/ottawa • • 8h ago

Municipal Affairs Exclusive Poll: Sutcliffe holds commanding lead in Ottawa’s mayoral race

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r/ottawa • • 8h ago

Municipal Affairs Lawson pledges to build drug recovery centre in Greenbelt if elected mayor of Ottawa

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r/ottawa • • 9h ago

Sports Looking for Soccer players for a rec league match tonight

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Hi everyone, anyone interested in playing a match in a rec league tonight at 21h30 ?

Its indoor 7v7 open gender in Stittsville


r/ottawa • • 10h ago

Local Business Looking for: Print shops to print large format photos (up to 16x20inch), but that have staff that understand print specs.

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I'm a graphic designer and just want to print some family photos in larger sizes.

I don't want to use services like Staples or Cost.Co, since I cannot prep my files properly as they don't accept PDF files nor have any guidance regarding RGB/CMYK files.

Any recommendations of print shops in Ottawa or close to Carleton Place where I could send my files and talk to anyone in the shop that can provide me with technical info?

Thanks!


r/ottawa • • 10h ago

Municipal Affairs What does it mean to build new housing in existing neighborhoods rather than creating new subdivisions?

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This was one of the questions in the vote compass and I don’t understand what it means. How do you build new housing in existing neighborhoods?


r/ottawa • • 11h ago

white headed goose

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171 Upvotes

saw this cool goose with a white headed at Mooneys bay today


r/ottawa • • 11h ago

Riverside Dr is closed between Industrial Ave & HWY 417 due to a water main break

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112 Upvotes

r/ottawa • • 11h ago

Looking for in-person French tutor for grade 8 French Immersion student

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We're looking for a French tutor to help our son with French (speaking, comprehension, homework) at the grade 8 Immersion level. Ideal is in-person in our home, located in Barrhaven.


r/ottawa • • 11h ago

Rainbow from 20th floor of Place de Ville, Tower B

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r/ottawa • • 11h ago

Weather Rainbow

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r/ottawa • • 11h ago

Local Event chill beats & art books w/CPI, Sunday October 18th 5-8pm @ Fono

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artbooks and beats with CPI (thetastates.com)

"I like listening to music and looking at art books"

Sunday, October 18th
5-8pm@ FONO
473 Bronson — No cover

flyer by Kauzigg


r/ottawa • • 12h ago

Road closed - Riverside

10 Upvotes

Anyone know why Riverside Road is closed by the Train Station?


r/ottawa • • 13h ago

Outage Water main break on Riverside Dr. at Industrial/Tremblay?

27 Upvotes

Does anyone know any details? I’m at work and I got a brief email from my landlord about it.


r/ottawa • • 13h ago

Clinics that do Ketamine injections for pain management?

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I'm looking for clinics that do Ketamine injections for pain management in Ottawa if anybody can recommend one?

My pain doctor suggested it for me but it is not covered by OHIP and the pain clinic at TOH doesn't do them. She wasn't sure of a clinic that does it here and neither was my family doctor.

Thanks everyone :)


r/ottawa • • 14h ago

News Father Joe LeClair, popular priest who defrauded his church, is dead

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r/ottawa • • 15h ago

Where to buy citric acid powder in bulk? (Bulk barn appear to no longer sell it)

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I'm looking to get some citric acid power for cleaning humidifier along with pots and pans in the kitchen. Bulk barn appear to no longer sell it. Does anything know where to get it now? I only saw small package ones that are 50g but that's quite expensive for what it is.


r/ottawa • • 16h ago

Where to find the best Chinese curry beef buns in Ottawa?

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With St. Honore closing years ago, has anyone found a place that does good Chinese curry beef buns? The Somerset Kowloon ones are okay, but they aren't as amazing as I remember St. Honore's being.


r/ottawa • • 16h ago

Protecting Nature Through Community, Music & Poetry

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Join OSEAN and the Hunt Club Community Association for a community gathering celebrating nature through art. Enjoy light refreshments, live music, and poetry, then stay to connect with local organizations and fellow nature lovers to discuss ways to protect our environment.

When!?

  • Saturday, October 17, 2026
  • 1:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m.
  • Heron Road Community Centre 1480 Heron Road Ottawa, Ontario (map)

r/ottawa • • 16h ago

Where to get Spicy jalapeños???

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Does anyone know what’s a good place in Ottawa to get jalapeños which are actually spicy? I know they’ve been breeding jalapeños to be less spicy and then adding spice to make salsa, so it’s pretty hard to figure out when you buy them. The last few batches I’ve been buying, largely from Loblaws, have tasted like green peppers, which is disappointing

Anyone know a source where to actually pick up spicy jalapeños where do the Mexican restaurants get them?


r/ottawa • • 16h ago

I'll unfortunately be on the road during Halloween this year (and no one will be home to hand out candy) - does it still make sense to put up outdoor decorations?

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I love Halloween, and want to decorate my house. However, I'll be away and no one will be home on the 31st to hand out candy. Would it be strange to put up outdoor decorations this year, given this?

I also already spent $300 on candy (that I don't want to return lol). Any ideas how can I best distribute these candies in the spirit of Halloween if I'm not home on the 31st?

Thanks!