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Ottawa Fire Services says out of the nearly 30,000 calls it responded to last year, more than a third were for false alarms. With resources stretched thin, it's now suggesting a bylaw to deal with the problem.
The 20th annual Canadian Firefighters Memorial Ceremony was held on Sunday at Lebreton Flats in Ottawa, honouring 86 Firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice.
It was a day to remember and pay tribute, as a parade and ceremony were held at Ottawa City Hall to honour local firefighters who have died in the past year.
The start of the Capital Fair is a sign that summer is winding down, and on Thursday children with special needs had a chance to have fun on their own day.