Stories from our community | | | | |  | | | | Early each morning, nearly 50 part-time workers fan out across the city to collect used needles, crack pipes and condoms for a program run by Causeway Work Centre.
Among them is Darlene Nimis, pictured above. Six years ago, Darlene's then-teenaged daughter motivated her to start collecting used needles and she continues to love the work.
"I enjoy my job. People say thank you and it's fun to do," explains Darlene.
CBC Ottawa photojournalist Spencer Colby followed several needle hunters along their downtown Ottawa routes this summer to showcase what some might consider unpleasant work and learn the stories of those who do it. | | | What's happening in August | | | | |  | | | | We've partnered with House of PainT to bring you a unique learners' series #CBCHOPATHOME. This three-part digital series is designed for beginners who want to learn more about the arts, from the comfort of their homes.
Before you dive into the lessons, get to know your instructors including artist and high school teacher TRP613, DJ and singer-songwriter Seiiizi and choreographer Valentina Solis.
Watch the lessons below. | | |  | | Create a visual masterpiece using spray paint and stencils with local artist TRP613 | Watch the lesson now | | | |  | | Kick-start the weekend with this fun choreography by Canadian-Colombian dancer Valentina Solis | Watch the lesson now | | | |  | | Produce your own rap track from home with Ottawa-based DJ, producer and songwriter Seiiizi | Watch the lesson now | | | |  | | | | Two local Indigenous artists have joined together to launch a new music label, Ishkode Records, to foster and amplify Indigenous voices.
Founders Amanda Rheaume and ShoShona Kish talk about the label, their dream signings and their first artist Aysanabee. | | | |  | | | | DJs, food trucks, a beer garden...feels almost like the pre-COVID summer festival is back.
Capital Pride explains how they’re trying to create the festival atmosphere while still being COVID safe for this year's Pride Festival. | | | | | | Share this newsletter | | or subscribe if this was
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