Vendor Village struggling as small businesses leave | CTV News Ottawa at Six for August 8, 2026

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Some small business owners in Ottawa are closing up shop at the ByWard Market’s Vendor Village after struggling with low foot traffic and ongoing construction. CTV's Natalie van Rooy speaks with Form and Flora Designs owner Rahimullah Samandar, who says low sales have left him unable to support his family after moving into the shipping container hub in May; the Ottawa International Busker Festival has taken over Sparks Street with acrobats, fire performers and street artists bringing live entertainment to downtown crowds. CTV's Josh Marano meets with Lift the Show performers Daniel Craig and Jayme Nickel, who say building trust with outdoor audiences is key while executing dangerous acrobatic and fire routines; and the Canadian War Museum is offering visitors a rare look at historic military tanks and trucks in motion during its annual “War Machines Weekend” showcase. CTV's Kimberley Johnson profiles visitor Damien Riethman and museum collection specialist Grant Vogl, who highlighted a

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