Ottawa Police Probe Shooting on Belisle Street in Vanier

On the afternoon of August 13, 2026, the quiet hum of daily life on Belisle Street in Vanier was shattered by the crack of gunfire. Neighbours reported hearing multiple shots, and a by‑stander was found with a gunshot wound that required transport to a nearby hospital.

Ottawa Police Service officers arrived within minutes, sealing off the block with yellow tape and deploying both uniformed patrols and detectives. A spokesperson for the police, Constable Megan Lefebvre, told reporters that the investigation is ongoing and that no arrests have been made at this stage.

"We’re treating this as a serious incident and are actively seeking anyone who saw or heard anything," Lefebvre said. "If you were in the area between 2:30 p.m. and 3:00 p.m., or if you noticed a suspicious vehicle, please call us at 613‑236‑1222."

The victim, whose identity has not been released, is expected to recover, according to hospital officials. Police have not disclosed a motive, and no weapons have been recovered so far.

Community members expressed a mix of shock and concern. "It’s scary to think something like this can happen right outside our front door," said Marie‑Claude Bouchard, a longtime Vanier resident. Local businesses were briefly closed as officers conducted a thorough sweep of the scene.

Ottawa Police are reviewing surveillance footage from nearby stores and have asked anyone with video or photographic evidence to come forward. The investigation remains active, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.