# Ottawa Sun — Ottawa News, Sports & Opinion

> Ottawa news, sports, and opinion with personalized feeds and cross-brand browsing. (iPhone/iPad app by Postmedia Network INC..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ottawa-sun/id1283413866 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Postmedia Network INC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/406384675)
- Category: News, Magazines & Newspapers
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 28 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 65 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-10-23
- Data updated: 2026-09-11
- Monetization: subscription
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ottawa-sun/id1283413866/reviews.md

## What is Ottawa Sun?

The Ottawa Sun is your trusted source for local news, politics, sports and entertainment. Create your custom feed so you don’t miss the latest from your favourite writers. Stay up to date throughout the day with breaking news in Ottawa, Ontario and around the world. Plus get the latest on the Ottawa Senators, Ottawa Redblacks and Ottawa Fury FC with the best sports coverage in Canada including scores, standings, highlights and commentary.

Features include:

• Stay connected to the best local news, sports, entertainment, commentary and beyond.
• Browse the Toronto Sun, Ottawa Sun, Edmonton Sun, Calgary Sun, The Province and Canoe brands seamlessly.
• You will be prompted to choose your preferred publications when you first open the new app, ensuring a curated news feed that aligns with your interests.
• Use the Discover tab to explore trending stories from Postmedia newsrooms across Canada
• Personalize your news experience by selecting topics, journalists and columnists you care about, so your feed will be filled with the content and perspectives you enjoy.
• As a registered user, you are recognized consistently across web and app platforms for a more cohesive experience.

Register to sample the wide variety of breaking news and special features — plus extensive photo and video coverage. Home delivery print subscribers receive unlimited access, included as part of their print subscription and can gain access by simply signing in with their existing account when prompted. If you’re not an existing print subscriber, you can easily subscribe to the app through the App Store for iOS devices.

Subscription details
• Monthly subscription cost: $5.99 plus applicable taxes
• Complete your subscription at the App Store for iOS devices. Payment will be charged to your account upon confirmation of purchase. 
• No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period. 
• Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. 
• Account will be charged $5.99 each month within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. 
• Subscriptions may be managed and auto-renewal turned off by going to your Account Settings after purchase. 

Privacy policy: https://www.postmedia.com/privacy-statement/
Terms of use: https://www.postmedia.com/terms-and-conditions/

We appreciate and value your feedback. Please send any comments, suggestions or questions to: appfeedback@postmedia.com

## Key features

- Customizable news feed
- Breaking news alerts
- Local sports coverage
- Cross-brand browsing
- Personalized content selection
- Photo and video coverage

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Access | $4.99 | per month |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 28)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ottawa-sun/id1283413866/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Worst update ever!

*2025-07-10*

This stinks! You had a beautiful app, which worked well and gave me a whole lot of news sports up at local stuff, Canada, wide world news. I was happy to subscribe to it because I got my moneys worth. This “update“ has taken you so.back it is ridiculous. I’ve paid those month’s subscription for the Ottawa Sun App but can’t access articles that are supposed to be from the Ottawa Sun! I’m canceling my subscription. I will use CBC News which me read any article for free!

### 1/5 — News that's a YEAR old?

*2025-07-05*

Huge step backwards. Most articles are from 11-12 months ago. No search for specific articles. Baits you with content that is now behind a pay wall, which the old app never did. Far fewer categories-- no "life" or "auto," and even the sunshine girls are missing. App doesn't even respond to light / dark mode settings. I only used this app for local Ottawa news but now I have to hunt for it; all the default articles are Toronto even though I selected "Ottawa" during setup. I'm ditching this app. CBC and CTV can give me what I want without all the "You Said It" op-ed junk. This app should have been tested in beta. Awful.

### 1/5 — Crap App does not load

*2022-10-22, version 6.1.1*

Crap app.  Newsfeed no longer loads.  Just twirling…

Deleted app and downloaded again.  Same problem.

Crap app

### 1/5 — Worst app ever

*2022-02-20*

Pages do not load, some articles are months old, and app freezes constantly.

### 1/5 — So I keep writing this

*2022-01-30*

Only can read one article the the rest will not load. Different section have stories from months before and will not update.so still having trouble and know can not even finish one article as app freezes.

### 1/5 — App is slow and freezes

*2021-12-26*

This app is slow and constantly freezes. Frustrating to use.

**Developer response:** Hello!

Please be advised that we have been experiencing technical issues with the Ottawa Sun Mobile App which may have resulted in consistent crashing.  We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. 

The issues have since been resolved with a new version that offers a seamless experience. You can now download the new version 4.4.2 through App Store.
   
We value your feedback and thank you for your continued support and readership.

### 1/5 — Same thing everyone else is saying

*2021-03-06*

They did an update, it stopped working. People are paying for their online subscription and it never works. You’d think that would be a pretty big concern, right? Well, no, if you try to email the provided address for feedback, several times even, you will not even receive a response. Almost a full month of paying for something that can not be used, and haven’t even received a response. Cant say I would recommend.

### 1/5 — Useless app since update.

*2021-03-04*

Junk!

### 1/5 — BAD update!

*2021-03-02, version 6.0*

Freezes on a white screen when opening articles. Causes iPhone to crash and shut down! Useless now. Notorious for bad updates.

### 1/5 — App does not work on iPhone anymore.

*2021-03-01*

Latest version will not let u access sections.
Since ur update 4 days ago.  Can not open sections on iPhone.  Testing not done?  Useless!!!  And u are charging for it!!!

Does anyone read these.  Impossible to reach

## Frequently asked questions about Ottawa Sun

### What kind of content does the Ottawa Sun app offer?

The app provides local news, politics, sports, and entertainment specifically for Ottawa and Ontario. It also includes coverage of national and international breaking news, along with in-depth sports reporting on teams like the Ottawa Senators and Ottawa Redblacks, featuring scores, standings, highlights, and commentary.

### How can I customize my news feed?

You can personalize your news experience by selecting topics, journalists, and columnists you care about. When you first open the app, you'll be prompted to choose your preferred publications, ensuring your feed is filled with content that aligns with your interests.

### What is the cost of the Ottawa Sun app subscription?

The app offers a monthly subscription for $5.99 plus applicable taxes. This subscription can be managed through your device's App Store, and auto-renewal can be turned off in your Account Settings.

### Can I access the app on different devices?

The app is available for iOS devices through the App Store. As a registered user, your account is recognized consistently across web and app platforms for a more cohesive experience.

### What if I'm already a print subscriber?

Home delivery print subscribers receive unlimited access to the app as part of their subscription. You can gain access by simply signing in with your existing account when prompted within the app.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 7.9.8 — 2026-08-31

Includes new features and bug fixes.

### 7.9.7 — 2026-08-18

General performance improvements and bug fixes.

### 7.9.6 — 2026-07-20

Includes new features and bug fixes.

### 7.9.4 — 2026-06-22

Includes new features and bug fixes.

### 7.9.2 — 2026-05-28

Includes new features and bug fixes.

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