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A Long Journey to a Cold Country
Winter certainly made its presence known in the NCR when it officially arrived last Saturday (December 21). Looking out the window, I felt like I was living in one of those “snow globes” circa 1973. Fifty-five years ago, it was the same kind of day when my father left his
Ottawa to Ring in the New Year Scottish Style
The people of Ottawa will have another chance to get their Celt on this New Year’s Eve. After the success of last year’s first-ever Scottish Hogmanay at Ottawa City Hall, the Scottish Society of Ottawa has announced it will host another free downtown party on December 31, presented by TD.
When Health Services Harm More Than Help
The dangers of overdiagnosis “First, do no harm,” as suggested by Hippocrates, is a vital principle that should always guide physicians, but they are also well aware that in modern health care, whether in the form of drugs, operations, radiotherapy or any other form of treatment, there is always the
Holiday Cheer: The Perfect Martini
Shaken or stirred? Regardless of how you like it, there is no drink classier at a holiday party- or any party for that matter- than a classic martini. Using Luksusowa Vodka as the base, we have the recipe for The Perfect Martini. It’s the perfect accessory this holiday season and
Udi’s Apple, Cranberry and Brie Crostini
Recipe created by Stephanie Clairmont, MHSc, RD at The Clairmont Digestive Clinic courtesy of Udi’s Gluten Free. Udi’s has the solution for gluten-free hors d’oeuvres with this tasty, easy and quick crostini. Crispy with warm, sweet apple and cranberry topping - it’s sure to be a crowd pleaser. Ingredients
Natalie MacLean’s Wine of the Week
Segura Viudas Heredad Brut Reserva, Traditional Method Cava D.O. Penedès, Spain An astronomically great value compared to Champagne. Toasty and refreshing and crisp. Great aperitif or try it with shabby-chic nibbles like pretzels and potato chips. An absolutely stunning bottle that makes this a gorgeous gift wine. Why not? Cheers!
The Strumbellas Make Tracks on the Canadian Scene
With a Juno nomination for their debut album and collaboration with Grammy-nominated producer Ryan Hadlock (Metric, The Lumineers) on their sophomore album We Still Move On Dance Floors, The Strumbellas are tucking some impressive credentials under their belts. Added to that is the use of their song Sailing for Hockey
Udi’s Overnight Cinnamon Raisin French Toast Bake
Recipe created by Stephanie Clairmont, MHSc, RD at The Clairmont Digestive Clinic courtesy of Udi’s Gluten Free With a little bit of prep the night before, this Udi’s Cinnamon Raisin French Toast Bake will make for a very easy breakfast the next morning. Awaken your family and guests with the
Top 4 James Bond Destinations
I do wonder how the vacancy advert that James Bond first saw that persuaded him to apply to become 007 read. “Situations Vacant: Spy. Must be quick-witted, good with guns and women. Must enjoy travel.” Well, maybe not, but that final line must have been part of it, as Bond
Author & Mentor: An Interview with Catherine Graham
Catherine Graham is the author of Her Red Hair Rises with the Wings of Insects and four previous poetry collections. Her poetry has appeared in journals and anthologies around the world. Graham teaches creative writing in the classroom and online. She recently received the Excellence in Teaching Award from the School of
Thought Leadership Will Empower Your Workforce
On average, only 29% of employees are actively engaged in their work. Marketers often view thought leadership as a platform that is focused externally. But while thought leadership is an effective means of influencing customers, it's also a very successful way of empowering employees. Over the last decade, various organizations
Fast Romantics: Born from a “Whiskey Storm”
Photo Credit: Richard Yagutilov Not all Canadian indie bands can attribute their formation to a "whiskey storm" but that’s how Fast Romantics describe their story. Formed in Calgary five years ago by singer/songwriter Matthew Angus, bassist Jeffrey Lewis and drummer Alan Reain, the group then picked up two Australian
Woman on a Mission
Where mental health is concerned there is still an overwhelming discrimination attached that makes it uncomfortable to talk about. Changing the way we see things is never easy but mental health is making a valiant effort to do just that. Let’s face it. When it comes to mental health, there is
Natalie MacLean’s Wine of the Week
Bonny Doon Le Cigare Volant 2008 California, United States This wine is a blend of mostly syrah and grenache grapes, with some cinsault, mourvèdre and carignane grapes. I love the Bordeaux aroma I get first followed by cassis, blackcurrant and smoke, but most of all, fresh earth. Full-bodied and complex.
The Food Network’s “Cupcake Wars” Winner Shares Tips for Holiday Desserts
If there’s one downside to fabulous, food-filled holiday celebrations, it’s the gurgles and groans of post-feasting indigestion. “We assume it’s because we overate, but for a lot of people, that pain and sick feeling may not be about how much you ate but what you ate,” says Kyra Bussanich, (www.kyrasbakeshop.com), three-time winner of The
Ottawa Mourns the Death of Beloved Former CTV News Anchor Leigh Chapple
Ottawa Life mourns the untimely passing of former CTV Ottawa anchor Leigh Chapple. Chapple died suddenly at the age of 58 in her Ottawa home on the morning of December 10. For 36 years, Leigh Chapple was part of the CTV Ottawa family. She was proud to serve viewers in
Do You Hear What I Hear?
Many people have the luxury of taking their five senses for granted without realizing that there are no lifelong guarantees the five senses will remain intact. Hearing loss affects more than one million adults across Canada- a number that could actually be even larger considering a study done by Stats
The Bitcoin Alliance of Canada launches
In a bid to help Canadian citizen’s understand and embrace the new virtual currency, the Bitcoin Alliance of Canada launched nationwide last week. The Alliance, which was founded by Bitcoin entrepreneur Anthony Di Lorio, will be based in Toronto and aims to unite both Bitcoin users and businesses by providing
Holiday Cheer: Cherry Blossom
Sweeter than sugar plums, this unique drink is the perfect one to toast at any occasion. Served in champagne flutes, the Cherry Blossom can be a great twist on the classic champagne toast without losing any of the bubbly. Made with Luksusowa Cherry vodka, it’s a little more flavourful than
Aboriginal AIDS Awareness Week
On December 3rd, members of Parliament and the public attended the Aboriginal AIDS Awareness Week Breakfast on Parliament Hill. Hosted by the Canadian Aboriginal AIDS Network (CAAN) and Healing our Nations, this breakfast was meant to inform and educate about the HIV and AIDS issues Canadian Aboriginals face today with
Family Status Issues in the Workplace
by Emond Harden LLP In 2010 the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal released a landmark human rights decision and ruled that “family status”, one of the enumerated grounds of discrimination in human rights legislation, includes the family care obligations of employees (Johnstone v. Canadian Border Services Agency). Recent decisions in Ontario
The Transformation of Authentic Almonte
Once a sleepy farm town, today Almonte is anything but. The past five years have seen abandoned mills transformed into upscale condos, luring urbanites looking for a taste of country life. A lively artists’ community flourishes here, with galleries and unique boutiques lining historic and downtown streets. An astounding number
The Role of an Artist Manager: An Interview with Maurice Laurin
Photo of Melanie Durrant, Courtesy of her manager, Maurice Laurin. Maurice Laurin is a music manager and executive based out of Ottawa with over 17 years of music business history. Throughout the years, he has been credited with management, development, consulting and shopping a bevy of talent including Melanie
Treating Parents Right: Flexibility is Key in Accommodating Family Status
One of the questions that often arises in workplaces is how far an employer must go to accommodate employees who have child care responsibilities. The law is currently evolving towards a requirement that employers accommodate an employee’s basic childcare obligations to the point of undue hardship. This accommodation can often
Clear with a Chance of Start-ups: Ottawa Celebrates Global Entrepreneurship Week
Jessie Pierre mingles among the buzzing crowd at the Heart & Crown pub on Preston Street. She came to celebrate the launch of Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW). It’s a week of events and activities celebrating successful entrepreneurs – with the aim of inspiring more people to start their own businesses.
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