Apr 8, 2026
Ottawa police are investigating a suspected arson following an early morning fire at a commercial building in Centretown. Emergency crews were called to 164 Laurier Avenue West around 2:40 a.m. Wednesday, where firefighters encountered heavy flames and thick smoke...
Apr 6, 2026
Fire crews responded to an early Monday morning blaze in Bala at the popular concert venue, The KEE to Bala. Just before 6 a.m., firefighters from several nearby communities arrived to find a fire burning behind Bala Falls Pub, adjacent to the venue. Crews carried out...
Apr 6, 2026
A late-night fire at an abandoned house in Richmond Hill prompted evacuations in the surrounding area, though no injuries were reported. The blaze broke out on Yongehurst Road near Kersey Crescent on Sunday night. Due to heavy smoke, nearby homes were temporarily...
Apr 6, 2026
A significant fire in Hamilton’s Ottawa Street commercial area on Sunday caused heavy damage to a mixed-use building with both businesses and residential units. Fire crews were called to 211 Ottawa St. N. just before 3:30 p.m., where they encountered a large blaze at...
Apr 2, 2026
Gabby Hammond’s bedroom in Stittsville was left unrecognizable after a fire broke out in her family’s home in March, caused by a portable charger that ignited due to a lithium-ion battery. Gabby, who was sleeping at the time, heard a popping sound and noticed her arm...