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Fashion & Beauty
Founders of Ottawa apparel brand Octopied Mind aim for mindfulness, inspiration and inclusivity
There are so many fashion brands out there, but Sarah and Jill, the funders of Ottawa-based fashion and lifestyle brand Octopied Mind are using clothes to spread an important message.
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Over 500 signatures on a petition demanding Chiarelli's resignation
A petition published online yesterday demanding the resignation of City Councillor Rick Chiarelli has now reached 500 signatures in less than 24 hours.
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Travel
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Exploring the land of Pura Vida
Pura Vida, meaning simple life or pure life, is a term heard almost everywhere from people of all walks of life in Costa Rica. But they don’t use it as a greeting or an enduring term, they live it.
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Over 500 signatures on a petition demanding Chiarelli's resignation
A petition published online yesterday demanding the resignation of City Councillor Rick Chiarelli has now reached 500 signatures in less than 24 hours.
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Heart to heart with Adele Blair
Parenting is one of the most important jobs we do, and also the hardest. Our Adele Blair is an experience counselor who is taking on our new parenting/advice column. Go ahead and send your questions! Each week we will publish one selected response.
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Award-winning cannabis company Superette announces 2020 program in support of Ottawa Food Bank
Superette CEO Mimi Lam along with Michael Maidment and Samantha Ingram from the Ottawa Food Bank announce a collaboration with the Ottawa Food Bank and TerraCycle x Tweed, this morning in Ottawa.
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Arts & Events
Don’t miss Sultans of String’s Christmas Caravan!
Ottawa born and raised Chris McKhool & his musical mates of Sultans of String take their Christmas Caravan show to the Shenkman Arts Centre.
Album reviews: December 10, 2019
From Ottawa to Syria, to Norway and back home again, we have five album review to help you get through the work week.
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Dan Aykroyd and the Downchild Blues Band
Ottawa native, Dan Aykryod was in town November 29th for the 50th anniversary of Downchild
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Sports
Tkachuk ka-chunks the opposition, repeatedly
To Johnny (. . . and Jenny) Senator Fan, a few pressing internal thoughts and proposals and questions that need your attention . . . Have a look.
We are the champions of the world: uOttawa scores on the international sports stage
The University of Ottawa Gee-Gees are international champions after winning the 2019 FISU University World Cup – Football!
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Senator win string is perplexing for fans
Winning has never been so confusing. It’s the genesis of the angst Ottawa Senator fans are facing right now.
Politics
NATO, the US and Europe have failed Turkey — It’s not the other way around
I’ve learned to take with a grain of salt the bravado and tough talk of many western security people and ‘analysts’ when they chirp on with self-serving lectures about Turkey and how the Turks have somehow betrayed NATO and the West.
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Hit and misses —Trudeau minority government’s new cabinet leaves the best players on the bench
Disappointingly, Trudeau passed on naming two of the most talented and able MPs in his government to sit at cabinet: Ottawa South MP David McGuinty and Beaches—East York Liberal MP Nathaniel Erskine Smith.
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Remembering Canadians from all conflicts
We have a duty every November 11th not to just to remember our veterans from the two major wars from our history but from all conflicts.
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Fashion & Beauty
Founders of Ottawa apparel brand Octopied Mind aim for mindfulness, inspiration and inclusivity
There are so many fashion brands out there, but Sarah and Jill, the funders of Ottawa-based fashion and lifestyle brand Octopied Mind are using clothes to spread an important message.
Read full story
When lip injections go wrong - Top NYC plastic surgeon discusses options
If there’s one cosmetic procedure that experienced a boom in recent years, it’s lip injections. Due to the uptick in trendy lip injections, the number of women who have experienced botched injection surgeries has increased.
Read full story
Check please!
Here are the best of the fall trends from the runways of fashion week in New York, Milan, Paris and London that have transferred well to everyday.
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Business
Founders of Ottawa apparel brand Octopied Mind aim for mindfulness, inspiration and inclusivity
There are so many fashion brands out there, but Sarah and Jill, the funders of Ottawa-based fashion and lifestyle brand Octopied Mind are using clothes to spread an important message.
Read full story
UAE — A stage for business on an international scale in 2020
Canada is ramping up to take part in Expo 2020 Dubai, the largest World Expo in history and the first-ever in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region.
Read full story
Meet Isabella, the creator of Izzy’s Fizzies
Meet Isabella Bakie, an 11-year-old entrepreneur and the creator of Izzy’s Fizzies!
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Food & Wine
KIN Vineyards — Local Carp winery is producing organic wines!
Earlier this year, Ottawa lawyer Lorraine Mastersmith and accountant Shaun McEwan purchased the KIN Vineyards — the most northern vineyard in Ontario!
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Discover Bistro Ristoro in Ottawa's ByWard Market
A gem of a restaurant on Clarence Street, near Sussex, Bistro Ristoro is a haven away from the hustle and bustle of the Market area.
Read full story
Go ahead, splurge a little!
Elevate your wine experience with a crystal glass that is specifically designed and crafted to enhance the different characteristics of each grape variety
Read full story
Travel
Exploring the land of Pura Vida
Pura Vida, meaning simple life or pure life, is a term heard almost everywhere from people of all walks of life in Costa Rica. But they don’t use it as a greeting or an enduring term, they live it.
Read full story
What’s “philAUSophy” exactly?
Tourism in Australia is overgrowing. We see millions of new tourists every year exploring beautiful landscapes, old architecture, and a mix of modern lifestyle venues. The Australian government announced a new generation of tourism. The new campaign is known as “philAUSophy”. Meaning, Australia and life-philosophy could be used for joint movement.
Read full story
Seductive South Africa
South Africa is a country of great physical beauty but the three highlights of my trip involve meeting uplifting and inspiring people with their impressive positivity.
Read full story
Health
The need for innovation in public health care
If for-profit Cambie Surgeries Corporation wins their Supreme Court challenge it will unravel Medicare in Canada as we know it. Doctors do not want to battle insurance companies for the care patients require.
Read full story
"Girls in Sports " scores as a great opportunity for young girls
Nepean High School's CORE Leadership program does lots of things for Nepean High School. One of the many things that they’re doing is a new program, “Girls in Sports”!
Read full story
Study drugs: What are the dangers?
Study drugs, or so-called “smart drugs,” are becoming part of the daily lives of students. They swallow a smart pill whenever they hope to boost their mental performance.
Read full story
Homes & Neighbourhoods
John THE Plumber Ottawa Is now offering HVAC Services!
John THE Plumber who has been serving residential and commercial clients in Ottawa for 15 years, now offers HVAC — 24/7 Emergency services continue to be available too!
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The questions you need to ask before moving into a senior apartment in Ottawa
Six questions to ask when choosing a retirement home in Ottawa
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Mizrahi Developments begins construction on the capital's most luxurious condo residences
Ottawa Mayor Jim Watson was on hand as Mizrahi Developments announced the beginning of construction.
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Good Reads
What's the Difference between Nicotine Salts and Regular E-Liquid?
Nicotine salt e-liquid has become all the rage lately as an increasing number of vapers make the switch from regular e-liquid.
Read full story
Are your keywords working? Here's how to tell
Choosing the perfect keywords is an essential factor in your SEO strategy. Without the right words and phrases, you’ll find it almost impossible to rank highly on search engine ranking pages.
Read full story
10 Instagram tools to build up your following in 2020
Social media is an ever-evolving landscape and it requires adaptation to keep up with it. This especially goes for Instagram, which is prone to constant updates and changes.
Read full story
Reviews
Michelle Obama Inspires the Nation’s Capital
Former American First Lady, Michelle Obama was in Ottawa to help promote her book ‘Becoming’.
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5 movie reviews for your weekend watching
Our movie reviewer has you primed for the weekend with a bevy of movies to beat your fall yard work blues!
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Black Cop: My 36 Years in Police Work, and My Career-Ending Experience with Official Racism
When Calvin Lawrence joined the Halifax City Police in 1969, he wanted to make a difference.But what he didn't know was that he was embarking on a life-long career in which he would consistently be the target of racist behavior — from his co-workers and his superiors and from police organizations as a whole.
Read full story
Best Picks
Ottawa Life Magazine's 2019 holiday gift guide
Our annual holiday gift guide is here! Whether you're looking for a nice gift for a loved one or a last minute gift for your boss these affordable — but awesome! — gift ideas are guaranteed to please.
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Holiday gift guide: Gift for the body and soul
Our annual holiday gift guide is here! Whether you're looking for a nice gift for a loved one or a last minute gift for your boss these affordable gift ideas for your body and soul are guaranteed to please.
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Holiday gift guide: Gifts for the whole family
Our annual holiday gift guide is here! Whether you're looking for a nice gift for a loved one or a last minute gift for the whole family these affordable ideas are sure to please.
Read full story
Fashion & Beauty
Founders of Ottawa apparel brand Octopied Mind aim for mindfulness, inspiration and inclusivity
There are so many fashion brands out there, but Sarah and Jill, the funders of Ottawa-based fashion and lifestyle brand Octopied Mind are using clothes to spread an important message.
Read full story
When lip injections go wrong - Top NYC plastic surgeon discusses options
If there’s one cosmetic procedure that experienced a boom in recent years, it’s lip injections. Due to the uptick in trendy lip injections, the number of women who have experienced botched injection surgeries has increased.
Read full story
Check please!
Here are the best of the fall trends from the runways of fashion week in New York, Milan, Paris and London that have transferred well to everyday.
Read full story
Business
Founders of Ottawa apparel brand Octopied Mind aim for mindfulness, inspiration and inclusivity
There are so many fashion brands out there, but Sarah and Jill, the funders of Ottawa-based fashion and lifestyle brand Octopied Mind are using clothes to spread an important message.
Read full story
UAE — A stage for business on an international scale in 2020
Canada is ramping up to take part in Expo 2020 Dubai, the largest World Expo in history and the first-ever in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region.
Read full story
Meet Isabella, the creator of Izzy’s Fizzies
Meet Isabella Bakie, an 11-year-old entrepreneur and the creator of Izzy’s Fizzies!
Read full story
Food & Wine
KIN Vineyards — Local Carp winery is producing organic wines!
Earlier this year, Ottawa lawyer Lorraine Mastersmith and accountant Shaun McEwan purchased the KIN Vineyards — the most northern vineyard in Ontario!
Read full story
Discover Bistro Ristoro in Ottawa's ByWard Market
A gem of a restaurant on Clarence Street, near Sussex, Bistro Ristoro is a haven away from the hustle and bustle of the Market area.
Read full story
Go ahead, splurge a little!
Elevate your wine experience with a crystal glass that is specifically designed and crafted to enhance the different characteristics of each grape variety
Read full story
Travel
Exploring the land of Pura Vida
Pura Vida, meaning simple life or pure life, is a term heard almost everywhere from people of all walks of life in Costa Rica. But they don’t use it as a greeting or an enduring term, they live it.
What’s “philAUSophy” exactly?
Tourism in Australia is overgrowing. We see millions of new tourists every year exploring beautiful landscapes, old architecture, and a mix of modern lifestyle venues. The Australian government announced a new generation of tourism. The new campaign is known as “philAUSophy”. Meaning, Australia and life-philosophy could be used for joint movement.
Seductive South Africa
South Africa is a country of great physical beauty but the three highlights of my trip involve meeting uplifting and inspiring people with their impressive positivity.
Read full story
Health
The need for innovation in public health care
If for-profit Cambie Surgeries Corporation wins their Supreme Court challenge it will unravel Medicare in Canada as we know it. Doctors do not want to battle insurance companies for the care patients require.
Read full story
"Girls in Sports " scores as a great opportunity for young girls
Nepean High School's CORE Leadership program does lots of things for Nepean High School. One of the many things that they’re doing is a new program, “Girls in Sports”!
Read full story
Study drugs: What are the dangers?
Study drugs, or so-called “smart drugs,” are becoming part of the daily lives of students. They swallow a smart pill whenever they hope to boost their mental performance.
Read full story
Homes & Neighbourhoods
John THE Plumber Ottawa Is now offering HVAC Services!
John THE Plumber who has been serving residential and commercial clients in Ottawa for 15 years, now offers HVAC — 24/7 Emergency services continue to be available too!
Read full story
The questions you need to ask before moving into a senior apartment in Ottawa
Six questions to ask when choosing a retirement home in Ottawa
Read full story
Mizrahi Developments begins construction on the capital's most luxurious condo residences
Ottawa Mayor Jim Watson was on hand as Mizrahi Developments announced the beginning of construction.
Read full story
Good Reads
What's the Difference between Nicotine Salts and Regular E-Liquid?
Nicotine salt e-liquid has become all the rage lately as an increasing number of vapers make the switch from regular e-liquid.
Are your keywords working? Here's how to tell
Choosing the perfect keywords is an essential factor in your SEO strategy. Without the right words and phrases, you’ll find it almost impossible to rank highly on search engine ranking pages.
Read full story
10 Instagram tools to build up your following in 2020
Social media is an ever-evolving landscape and it requires adaptation to keep up with it. This especially goes for Instagram, which is prone to constant updates and changes.
Read full story
Reviews
Michelle Obama Inspires the Nation’s Capital
Former American First Lady, Michelle Obama was in Ottawa to help promote her book ‘Becoming’.
Read full story
5 movie reviews for your weekend watching
Our movie reviewer has you primed for the weekend with a bevy of movies to beat your fall yard work blues!
Read full story
Black Cop: My 36 Years in Police Work, and My Career-Ending Experience with Official Racism
When Calvin Lawrence joined the Halifax City Police in 1969, he wanted to make a difference.But what he didn't know was that he was embarking on a life-long career in which he would consistently be the target of racist behavior — from his co-workers and his superiors and from police organizations as a whole.
Read full story
Best Picks
Ottawa Life Magazine's 2019 holiday gift guide
Our annual holiday gift guide is here! Whether you're looking for a nice gift for a loved one or a last minute gift for your boss these affordable — but awesome! — gift ideas are guaranteed to please.
Read full story
Holiday gift guide: Gift for the body and soul
Our annual holiday gift guide is here! Whether you're looking for a nice gift for a loved one or a last minute gift for your boss these affordable gift ideas for your body and soul are guaranteed to please.
Read full story
Holiday gift guide: Gifts for the whole family
Our annual holiday gift guide is here! Whether you're looking for a nice gift for a loved one or a last minute gift for the whole family these affordable ideas are sure to please.
Read full story
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