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Alexa MacKie (she/her)
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arts editor w/ the charlatan | words w/ ottawa citizen, toronto star, national observer, intermission mag., etc. | fact-checks w/ maisonneuve mag., maclean’s | carleton university journalism & law student
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Alexa MacKie (she/her) @alexaamackie.bsky.social · Jun 20
This week marks my first as a breaking news reporter with the @ottawacitizen.com! I’m very excited to hit the ground running in a journalism-filled summer, covering Ottawa’s communities with such a supportive newsroom 🗞️📰

First articles and more to come:

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Alexa MacKie | Ottawa Citizen
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Alexa MacKie (she/her) @alexaamackie.bsky.social · 15d
For “rookie” Alan Doyle, co-writer and star of Canadian musical “Tell Tale Harbour,” the story is somewhat familiar to his own. Growing up in rural Newfoundland, he understands the optimism of Atlantic communities rallying together.

for @thestar.com:

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With ‘Tell Tale Harbour’ at Mirvish, Great Big Sea’s Alan Doyle is ready for the musical theatre spotlight
The folk-rock singer from Great Big Sea is starring in the new Canadian musical he’s co-written, “Tell Tale Harbour,” at the Royal Alexandra Theatre.
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Alexa MacKie (she/her) @alexaamackie.bsky.social · Aug 22
Amid a conservation authority’s level three designation of low water conditions, Vicki Thomas’ private well has run dry — leaving her without running water. In Ottawa’s drought conditions, people and the environment are over-stressed. via @ottawacitizen.com:

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What it means when the Ottawa region has a severe rainfall deficit
Amid dry summer weather, the Rideau Valley Conservation Authority has declared a Level Three low-water level, meaning demand exceeds supply.
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Ottawa Citizen @ottawacitizen.com · Aug 21
Proposed 400-acre solar panel project in Dunrobin receiving mixed reviews ottawacitizen.com/news/solar-p...
Proposed 400-acre solar panel project in Dunrobin receiving mixed reviews
Residents and the city councillor for the area are concerned about issues associated with the proposed 400-acre initiative.
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Alexa MacKie (she/her) @alexaamackie.bsky.social · Aug 20
Some residents are concerned for a proposed 400-acre solar panel project in Dunrobin — which would be the largest of its kind in the province. Some say rural Ottawa is the “dumping ground” for these kinds of projects. via @ottawacitizen.com:

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Proposed 400-acre solar panel project in Dunrobin receiving mixed reviews
Residents and the city councillor for the area are concerned about issues associated with the proposed 400-acre initiative.
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Ottawa Citizen @ottawacitizen.com · Aug 19
Highway 174 progress in a ‘nebulous state of nowhere’: MPP ottawacitizen.com/news/highway...
Highway 174 progress in a ‘nebulous state of nowhere’: MPP
Liberal MPP Stephen Blais says the Provincial government's and City of Ottawa's lack of transparency leaves Highway 174 in a 'limbo' state.
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Ottawa Citizen @ottawacitizen.com · Aug 19
East-end retrofits see affordable housing obtain air conditioning, energy-efficient upgrades ottawacitizen.com/news/afforda...
East-end retrofits see affordable housing obtain air conditioning, energy-efficient upgrades
Retrofits across a 63-unit affordable housing neighbourhood in Ottawa's east end see benefits for low-income families.
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Alexa MacKie (she/her) @alexaamackie.bsky.social · Aug 16
A federal order for arbitration didn’t stop Air Canada flight attendants’ picketing outside the Ottawa airport. Inside the terminal, disrupted passengers were left scrambling with what to do. via @ottawacitizen.com:

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Picket lines, disruption at Ottawa airport on first day of Air Canada strike
On the first day of the flight attendants' strike, picketers marched at the Ottawa airport and disruptions continued for passengers.
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Alexa MacKie (she/her) @alexaamackie.bsky.social · Aug 14
Amid a summer of many cyclist-vehicle collisions #OttBike, advocates, cyclists and experts call for safer roads. But what’s needed for a city that’s safe for cyclists? And what complications exist for the streets’ “vulnerable users”? via @ottawacitizen.com:

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What it will take to make Ottawa safer for cyclists
With multiple recent reports of cyclist-vehicle collisions, advocates, cyclists and experts call for safer Ottawa roadways.
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Ottawa Citizen @ottawacitizen.com · Aug 12
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Some Ottawa well-system users asked to reduce water consumption
Level 2 low-water warnings from regional conservation authorities prompt the City of Ottawa to ask some residents to reduce consumption.
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Alexa MacKie (she/her) @alexaamackie.bsky.social · Aug 12
Hi there! I'm a reporter with the Ottawa Citizen, and I'm working on a story about cycling in Ottawa and road safety. I've seen a lot of cycling video footage on your BlueSky and was wondering if you'd be up for a chat. If so, please reach out to [email protected] :)!
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Alexa MacKie (she/her) @alexaamackie.bsky.social · Aug 12
Source call-out📣: Have you been involved in a cyclist-vehicle collision in Ottawa? Do you know of someone who has? For an @ottawacitizen.com story about biking in Ottawa and cyclist road incidents, I’d like to chat. Reach out via [email protected]! #OttBike #Ottawa
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Ottawa Citizen @ottawacitizen.com · Aug 10
Capital Pride quietly removes controversial 2024 Palestine solidarity statement ottawacitizen.com/news/capital...
Capital Pride quietly removes controversial 2024 Palestine solidarity statement
With Capital Pride's quiet removal of their pro-Palestine statement, some groups are undecided about how to proceed with Pride 2025.
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Alexa MacKie (she/her) @alexaamackie.bsky.social · Aug 10
After widespread boycotts of Ottawa #Pride2024, organizing group Capital Pride quietly removed their controversial pro-Palestine statement. Some groups are rejoining #Pride2025, while others are calling for the statement to return.

via @ottawacitizen.com:

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Capital Pride quietly removes controversial 2024 Palestine solidarity statement
With Capital Pride's quiet removal of their pro-Palestine statement, some groups are undecided about how to proceed with Pride 2025.
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Alexa MacKie (she/her) @alexaamackie.bsky.social · Aug 8
Hidden on an unused road off of Bronson Ave. is Ottawa’s DIY Skatepark: built by members of the community, and unsanctioned by the city. Skateboarders want the DIY, a month’s long process, to stick around.

via @ottawacitizen.com:

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Skateboarders make case for Ottawa’s secret DIY skatepark
Built by skateboarders themselves, the unsanctioned spot just off of Bronson Avenue is a creative outlet and unique to the city.
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Mike Ali @mikealisee.bsky.social · Aug 8
Great profile on #conefest by @alexaamackie.bsky.social on how how a #bike lane becomes so easily expendable (yes, I’m biased).

#ottbike #ottawa @bikeottawa.bsky.social

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Conefest: Ottawa's conflict between roadwork and cycling
A new example is Hunt Club Road, where bike lanes have been taken over by construction pylons that cyclists must weave around.
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Adam Hunt 🇨🇦 @gander22h.bsky.social · Aug 7
Hey @alexaamackie.bsky.social thanks for raising the profile on this #biking safety issue!

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#OttawaCitizen #news #bike #bicycle #cycling #cycle #ottbike #conefest
Conefest: Ottawa's conflict between roadwork and cycling
A new example is Hunt Club Road, where bike lanes have been taken over by construction pylons that cyclists must weave around.
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Alexa MacKie (she/her) @alexaamackie.bsky.social · Aug 7
Construction pylons have taken over a stretch of bike lanes along Hunt Club Road, forcing cyclists into oncoming traffic or pedestrians. Some cyclists aren’t surprised, others feel unprioritized.

via @ottawacitizen.com:

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Conefest: Ottawa's conflict between roadwork and cycling
A new example is Hunt Club Road, where bike lanes have been taken over by construction pylons that cyclists must weave around.
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Alexa MacKie (she/her) @alexaamackie.bsky.social · Aug 5
Hi there! I'm a reporter with the Ottawa Citizen and I see your post about pylons in Ottawa bike lanes. For a news story, I'd like to chat about concerns you may have! You can reach out to [email protected], and we can coordinate a time to chat quickly. Thank you so much!
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Alexa MacKie (she/her) @alexaamackie.bsky.social · Aug 1
A privately-registered small aircraft with three people onboard crashed into trees near the Ottawa airport this evening. On the scene w/ @sadeenmohsen.bsky.social via @ottawacitizen.com:

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Update: Small plane crashes near Ottawa airport
Two people were taken to hospital in stable condition. The extrication of a third person was continuing well into Thursday evening.
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Alexa MacKie (she/her) @alexaamackie.bsky.social · Aug 1
Ghost Padron, a cyclist hit by a vehicle in Stittsville, has been unconscious with brain and bone injuries since the collision. With surgery on the way, Padron’s mother awaits the “little light through the clouds.”

via @ottawacitizen.com:

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Cyclist struck by vehicle in Ottawa awaiting surgery, no time frame for recovery
Ghost Padron, unconscious since the collision on July 22, is still awaiting surgery in hospital.
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Alexa MacKie (she/her) @alexaamackie.bsky.social · Jul 27
Following Carleton University’s decision to limit parking permits to students outside of OC Transpo’s service area, students and unions are advocating against the limitations. One CUSA petition has 1,000+ signatures.

via @ottawacitizen.com:

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Carleton University’s parking pass limitations anger students, unions
Starting in 2025-26, parking passes will be restricted to those living outside OC Transpo service areas, with only case-by-case exceptions.
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Alexa MacKie (she/her) @alexaamackie.bsky.social · Jul 26
For residents of a new Stittsville neighbourhood, the Derreen Ave. stop signs promise a safe place to cross the street. With the planned removal of the four-way stop, residents are concerned for their neighbours and children’s safety.

via @ottawacitizen.com:

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Here's why residents want this four-way stop to stay in a new Stittsville neighbourhood
Residents of a newly developed Stittsville neighbourhood are concerned for what the removal of a four-way stop could mean for their safety.
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Alexa MacKie (she/her) @alexaamackie.bsky.social · Jul 22
Benches at OC Transpo stops are sometimes removed and “promptly” reinstalled for maintenance. A delay has caused about 30 benches to remain missing from stops. This is an issue for people with mobility issues looking for a place to sit.

via @ottawacitizen.com:

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Stuck standing, OC Transpo riders wait for benches to be reinstalled
About 30 benches at Ottawa bus stops were removed for maintenance. Transit users looking for places to sit are forced to wait.
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Alexa MacKie (she/her) @alexaamackie.bsky.social · Jul 20
Massive crowd and most enthusiastic #OttawaBluesfest show I’ve seen. Beautiful to see kids and adults alike jam to music that’s aged like fine wine. Only for @GreenDay. 21 Guns was an ethereal experience.

w/ @cassandrabell.bsky.social via the Charlatan:

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Green Day greenlights Bluesfest night of new, old punk rock - The Charlatan, Carleton's independent newspaper
To a plentiful crowd, Green Day headlined Bluesfest with a thunderous performance of punk rock, nostalgic classics.
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Alexa MacKie (she/her) @alexaamackie.bsky.social · Jul 18
If passed, Bill 9 would allow city councillors to remove members from office for misconduct, provided the vote is unanimous.

It's not the greatest solution, according to some councillors and a former Rick Chiarelli employee.

via @ottawacitizen.com:

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Ontario bill to kick out misbehaving councillors called a good, but flawed start
Bill 9 would let city councils kick out members found to have committed serious misconduct, but only if the vote to do so was unanimous.
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