Ottawa Little Theatre’s Jane Eyre: A Gothic Romance Brought to Life
The stage is simple yet complex. Multiple staircases lead in different directions, foreshadowing the movement...
Arts & Events
Royal Wood Wins Over Carp Audience with Music, Stories and Charm
I was excited to learn that the Festival of Small Halls was bringing Canadian singer-songwriter...
Vanier Museopark Uncovers the Secret History of the Ordre de Jacques Cartier
A new Ottawa exhibition explores the organization founded in Eastview in 1926 to defend French-Canadian...
Tina Dico Sold Out Copenhagen’s Royal Arena. Now She’s Playing Ottawa
By Isabella Schroeter In April, Danish singer-songwriter Tina Dico played to 15,000 people at Copenhagen’s...
My Ottawa
GBI Pool Services: From a Kanata Garage to One Of North America’s Top 50 Pool Service Companies
Over the past 15 years, GBI Pool Services has established itself as one of Ottawa’s...
The 18-Year-Old Who Turned Clips Into a Company
Before the client list, the team, and the billion+ views, Clipstar’s founder had an inbox...
Beyond the Front-Runners: Why Ottawa’s Long-Shot Mayoral Candidates Ran
Ten of Ottawa’s 14 mayoral candidates shared less than three per cent of the vote....
The Canadians we Choose to Remember
By Ray Pennings City council’s decision to rename Trump Avenue provides an opportunity to think...
Politics
The AI Boom: Who Owns the Future—And Who Controls Ours?
Artificial intelligence may be the most transformative technological development of our generation. It promises to...
Canada Needs to Build, Not Break Apart
At the very moment Canada needs a new era of nation-building, separatist pressures and political...
China’s Fifth Plenum Explained: What Beijing’s Economic Strategy Means for Canada, Trade, and the Global Economy
For most Canadians, a Communist Party meeting in Beijing rarely attracts attention. Yet decisions made...
Ontario’s Municipal Elections: When Did Good Enough Become Good Enough?
From Mississauga to Toronto, Hamilton and Oakville, today’s elections are about more than choosing mayors....
Sports
Stutzle, Matthews and Fowler Making Their Mark
Time certainly flies by, eh? Can’t believe it but – for most clubs – we’re...
From Foundation to Playoffs: How Ottawa Rapid FC Is Building Its Identity
Ottawa Rapid FC entered its second season with something it did not have the year...
At MOVATI, the Workout Is Just the Start
Walk into any of MOVATI Athletic’s Ottawa clubs and the weight room is only one...
Ottawa Senators 2026 First Round Pick Jaxon Cover Is Emerging as a Future Star
Ottawa Senators management and fans alike have reason to feel excited about the dynamic potential...
Food & Wine
Seven Pours for Mid-November
This fortnight’s seven drinks run from a $14.95 organic red to a $99.95 Scotch that...
Eight Pours for Late October
One of this fortnight’s eight drinks is a Sauvignon Blanc kept fresh with green tea...
Seven Canadian Wines for Come Over October
October has a new invitation. Wine Growers Canada calls it Come Over October, and the...
6 Wines to Toast the Start of Fall
Fall arrived this week, and Ottawa evenings are cooling even while the afternoons stay warm....
Reviews
Album Reviews: Tomora, Be Your Own Pet, PISS
Tomora – Celebration EP Stavanger, Norway/Manchester, England There’s an infectious sense of joy to creating...
TIFF 2026 Review: ‘Everest: The Other Side’ Explores the Human Cost of Conquest
Synopsis: An intimate portrait of two people bound by love, ambition, and the pursuit of...
Sense and Sensibility Movie Review: A Beautifully Crafted Return to Jane Austen
Review by J. A. Forrester Synopsis: Sisters Elinor and Marianne Dashwood must leave their Sussex estate...
Album Reviews: Ashe, Gurriers, Caroline Rose
Ashe – The Girl of Your Dreams San Jose, CA As she’s navigated the various...
Travel
The Taste of St. Kitts: How Food Tells the Story of an Island
I knew St. Kitts was the smallest country in the Caribbean, yet I was surprised...
Porter Launches Direct Flights from Ottawa to Turks & Caicos This December
In the early 2000s, the idea was floated that Turks & Caicos could become Canada’s...
Holding on to the Stars: Arizona’s Dark Skies, Cultural Heritage and Historic Landmarks
Discover Arizona’s dark skies, Indigenous stories, and historic landmarks. From stargazing in Flagstaff to the...
The Hari Hong Kong: Where Luxury Meets Local Character
When describing Hong Kong, I often tell people it is a city that makes you...
Business
What Makes a Home Feel Safe? How Lépine Builds Security Into Everyday Living
When people choose a home, they naturally think about the kitchen, the living room, the...
Defence Is Nation Building
As Ottawa commits historic sums to defence, energy and infrastructure, Syntax Strategic CEO Jennifer Stewart...
Building More Than Homes: Lépine’s Commitment to Community
A home is more than four walls and a roof. It is part of a...
Lépine Puts Their Family Name on Every Building They Build And Stands Behind It
In Ottawa’s rental market, many buildings arrive with polished branding and pretty chosen names that...
Health
How to Trust Your Own Instincts: Practical Ways to Overcome Self-Doubt
For much of my life, I had a hard time trusting my own decisions. I...
Living Well for Longer: Understanding Healthspan and Lifespan
When people take the first steps toward improving their health, I often hear them say,...
How to Achieve a Healthy Pregnancy: Expert Guidance from an Ottawa OBGYN
Dr. Marina Straszak-Suri, an Ottawa-based OBGYN who has spent 35 years helping women and couples...
Why Family Conflict Feels Bigger Than It Should
Most family conflict isn’t really about the moment itself; it’s about what that moment brings...
Best Picks
Order Up Some Mom-Comfort Love with Craig’s Cookies’ ‘Baked Fresh’ Creation
For more than a thousand years, moms and grandmas have been expressing love one cookie...
Hettas Cambie: Canadian Performance Footwear Designed for Women’s Feet
Ask an Ottawa runner for their favourite route and be prepared for a long answer....
Workers, Rejoice: NORTIV 8 Work Boots Redefine Comfort and Safety
From order pickers and mechanics to machine operators, electricians, and warehouse crews, the new GeoPilot...
A Better Night’s Sleep at Home: A Closer Look at Endy’s New Elevate Hybrid Plush Mattress
Mattress shopping in Ottawa has changed. Homeowners want comfort, support and durability, but they also...
Good reads
Propelling Ontario into the global casino gaming melting pot
North America has become the new focal point for casino gaming companies worldwide. Let’s face...
1xBet Guide to Maple Leafs vs Canadiens: History, Stats and Betting on the NHL’s Oldest Rivalry
Toronto and Montreal first played each other on December 26, 1917, a week after the...
Roof Repair After an Edmonton Hailstorm: Here’s What You Need to Know
Hail damage is easy to put off when your roof looks fine and there’s no...
How to Watch Ottawa Senators Games Without Cable
It’s game night, the Sens are in town, and the question comes up again: which...