The complete Ottawa, Ontario earthquake report (up-to-date 2026).
Find the latest and strongest earthquakes near Ottawa, updated every few minutes. So far in 2026, 9 major nearby earthquakes detected...
earthquakelist.orgHere’s the latest on Ottawa-area earthquakes based on recent reporting.
- A moderate tremor struck western Quebec and was felt across the Ottawa area on April 14, 2026. People reported shaking in Ottawa and nearby communities, with no immediate damage or injuries confirmed.[3][6]
- Earthquakes Canada monitors events and initially reported the event with magnitudes in the around 3.9 range, centered near Shawville, Quebec, roughly 60–70 km northwest of Ottawa. No injuries or damage were reported initially, but many residents felt the tremor.[5][6]
- Coverage across local outlets notes the earthquake as widely felt across eastern Ontario and western Quebec, with subsequent follow-up noting ongoing reviews but no damage details initially released.[4][3]
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