With the federal government pledging to make up for a pandemic immigration slowdown with increased numbers over the next few years, CBC Ottawa asked those who've done it for their advice. Four immigrants to Ottawa share their experiences and advice for other newcomers to the city.

With more than half of eligible Ottawa residents fully vaccinated, friends and family are busy sharing hugs, and that long-awaited touch will help our mental health, according to an Ottawa child psychiatrist.

If you've made the trip to downtown Ottawa recently, you've likely noticed the desolatestreets and empty storefronts. CBC asked an architect, an urban planner and geographers what would bring people back to the citys core after the pandemic