Motel Chelsea: A Hidden Gem Minutes from Ottawa for Live Music, Local Food, and Nature
The twenty-minute drive from downtown Ottawa to the winding hills of Chelsea, Quebec, is short...
Breathe Canada, breathe . . . at least until the next one. An instant classic? A stress-filled hand-wringer? You betcha. Team Canada fended off the heebie jeebies late in a shaky quarter-final set-to with Czechia and now moves on to the men’s Olympic hockey semi-final. That 4-3 overtime win on Wednesday – courtesy of a […]
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The twenty-minute drive from downtown Ottawa to the winding hills of Chelsea, Quebec, is short...
By: OLM StaffFrom opening for Seinfeld to raising a family in L.A., the first Canadian woman at...
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Almost everyone in Ottawa has attended Bluesfest or at least knows about it, but did...
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Peking Opera, often described as China’s “national treasure”, is one of the world’s most demanding...
By: Dan DonovanSpring is a welcome sight after winter. While the flowers are blooming and the temperatures...
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There’s a quiet feeling moving through modern relationships right now. It isn’t heartbreak, or betrayal,...
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The COVID‑19 pandemic reshaped nearly every part of daily life, but few areas were disrupted...
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Last year, CKCU 93.1 FM celebrated its 50th anniversary. Founded on November 15, 1975, by...
By: Beryl MenezesBy H. E. Wang Di, Ambassador of the Republic of China in Canada Recently, Canadian...
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In a country that prides itself on pluralism and fairness, public broadcasting carries a special...
By: Beryl P. WajsmanBy H. E. Wang Di, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China in Canada Canadian...
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Conservative MP Jamil Jivani’s recent trip to Washington should have been exactly the kind of...
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Breathe Canada, breathe . . . at least until the next one. An instant classic?...
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In the world of sports, it is common knowledge that grit and grinding must precede...
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Frankly, there wasn’t a better way to open a Winter Games than this. Team Canada’s...
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Over the next two weeks, millions of Canadians will tune into snowboarding events at the...
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Due to an extraordinary combination of climate, location and savoir faire, Ontario has become world...
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The iconic white wines of Alsace are famous for their pure aromas, freshness and their...
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By: Jane Staples
Just in time for the festive season, I have curated a list of mouthwatering wines...
By: Jane Staples
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Malbec wines are loved and well-known, but there are several other equally fine Argentine wines...
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David Byrne – Who Is the Sky? Dumbarton, Scotland/New York City Landing somewhere sonically between...
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There’s a point every Canadian hits in winter — usually somewhere between the third freezing‑rain...
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In about four minutes, I was transported to another world! I barely had time to...
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It may share a name that echoes Guadalajara or Guatemala, but the Guadeloupe Islands are...
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Tampa has always been a city shaped by water and wanderers. It sits on the...
By: Dan DonovanMore than 33,000 Ottawa residents call Ottawa Community Housing (OCH) home. A home is more...
By: Karen TempleBuying a home or refinancing in Ottawa can feel overwhelming. From comparing rates to understanding...
By: Ottawalife ContributorOttawa’s design identity is often understated, but look closer and you’ll find a furniture and...
By: Ottawalife ContributorBy Adam Prittie As 2026 begins, investors are entering the year with a familiar mix...
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Many people go through life eating much the same way year after year, and I...
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On the surface, many people are doing remarkably well. They manage demanding lives. They show...
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As food prices continue to rise and health challenges persist for many of us, it’s...
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Ottawa winters don’t ease up — and neither does Garant. The Canadian brand has launched...
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Looking for an everyday boot that’s equal parts polished and practical? Bruno Marc’s Sleek Men...
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In today’s burgeoning iGaming sector, one of the most frequently asked questions from online casino...
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While the Super Bowl will always be associated with Canada’s southern neighbors, it’s clearly an...
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Ethereum slots offer players the chance to win digital currency through simple gameplay. However, many...
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Ontarians wagered nearly CAD $100 billion on licensed iGaming platforms in 2025. That scale helps explain why...
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