Ottawa Bach Choir Welcomes Spring with “Sacred and Profane” Concert
Ottawa’s internationally acclaimed Ottawa Bach Choir (OBC) closes its 2025–2026 season with a luminous spring...
Arts & Events
Martini Madness Returns to Ottawa With a Deeply Personal Mission
Martini Madness has long been one of Ottawa’s most recognizable spring fundraisers, but its return...
Ottawa Irish Film Festival 2026: Three Days of Award‑Winning Irish Films
The Ottawa Irish Film Festival returns for its 11th year from April 24–26, continuing its...
Inside the Sonic World of Andrew Lockington: Canada’s Blockbuster Score Master
Canadian composer Andrew Lockington is synonymous with a slew of blockbuster Hollywood films and TV...
My Ottawa
How AI Is Reshaping Power, Work, and Human Connection
I was reading a compelling, and frankly unsettling, article in the Sunday New York Times...
Transformation Is Not Reinvention. It Is Resurrection
We talk about transformation as if it were a lifestyle upgrade. A better routine. A...
How Special Olympics Ottawa Transforms Lives Through Sport and Support
Ottawa is lucky to have many great non-profit organizations. Perhaps one of the most prominent...
Kimberly Ann O’Connor: Hypnotist with a heart for transforming lives
Ottawa-based consulting hypnotist, Kimberly Ann O’Connor has spent the last 14 years helping thousands of...
Politics
Canada’s Energy Moment: A Country That Can’t Execute Cannot Lead
Canada is not failing because it lacks resources. Canada is failing because it cannot execute....
Canada’s Armed Forces Are Failing to Recruit — Here’s Why the System Is Broken
Canada does not have a shortage of citizens willing to serve. It has a recruiting...
Canada’s Vaccine‑Injured Are Being Overlooked: Michelle Worton Explains Why
Most people have moved on from COVID. There are thousands of Canadians who are unable....
Youth Vaping in Canada: Illicit Products and the Enforcement Gap
A renewed debate over youth vaping in Canada has emerged following an April 17 press...
Sports
It’s A Field Day for ‘Rig-onomics’
A few musings as the NHL lifts off into Round 2 . . . Conspiracy...
Tkachuk on The Way Out?
Should the guy who was fully engaged, and fully himself, in seemingly just one of...
Atlético Ottawa Hosts Vancouver FC in 2026 CPL Home Opener at TD Place
The wait is over. This Sunday at 1 p.m., the defending Canadian Premier League champions,...
Promises Of A Wild Round 1 Coming True
What a series. Scratch that – what a whole heck of a bunch of series....
Food & Wine
Welcome Spring with Wines from the Grange of Prince Edward
Prince Edward County is close enough to provide an ideal weekend getaway or a leisurely...
Lafontaine du Loup — A Sparkling Wine With a Legend
Lafontaine du Loup Brut is an exquisite sparkling wine from the Grange of Prince Edward...
Taste the Essence of the Mountains in Italy’s Wines of Alto Adige
The “Mountain Wines” of Alto Adige are produced in an alpine terroir, which has developed...
‘Vineyard Melody’: How One Woman Rebuilt Her Life — One Grape At A Time
How did a young mother living in a strict, oppressive Indian family end up living...
Reviews
Album Reviews: Melanie C., White Fence, Kneecap
Melanie C. – Sweat Whiston, England Post Spice Girls, Melanie Chisholm has proven many times...
“The Devil Wears Prada 2”: Still Fierce, Still Fashion, But is That Enough?
Synopsis: As Miranda Priestly nears retirement, she reunites with Andy Sachs to face off against...
Album Reviews: Tomora, Metric, Julia Cumming
Tomora – Come Closer Stavanger, Norway/Manchester, England After a string of great features through The...
‘Michael’ Review: Great Music, Great Performances — But Where’s the Full Story?
Synopsis: The story of the famous musician Michael Jackson, known as the King of Pop...
Travel
Spring Awakening in Prince Edward County
Where boutique stays, fresh flavours, and creative culture make 2026 the perfect year to explore...
Puerto Vallarta & Nayarit Travel Guide: Best Things to Do, Where to Stay, and Coastal Highlights
Planning a trip to Puerto Vallarta or Nayarit? From vibrant coastal cities to laid-back surf...
No More Carousel Roulette: LugLess Allows Canadians to Ship Their Bags Instead
There’s a moment every Canadian traveller knows: That breathless pause at the baggage carousel when...
Naples, Florida: Where Luxury, Nature, and Culture Converge
Sun-soaked beaches, world-class dining, mangrove adventures, and the vibrant arts scene make Naples a top...
Business
Vietnam’s Stock Market Is Becoming a Major Magnet for Global Investors
Vietnam is entering a pivotal stage in its economic development. Nearly four decades after launching...
Clutch Opens New Ottawa Customer Hub, Bringing a Modern Car‑Buying Experience to the Capital
Clutch, Canada’s leading online car retailer, has officially opened its newest Customer Hub in Ottawa’s...
Carleton Students Build Award‑Winning AI Agents in MindBridge’s 2026 Data Science Challenge
Carleton University students demonstrated impressive technical skill and creativity in this year’s MindBridge Data Science...
How Local Community Dairy, Laiterie de L’Outaouais Plans to Become a Household Name in Ottawa
Fifteen years ago, Gatineau-based Laiterie de L’Outaouais was born from a positive regional community mobilization...
Health
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...
What Really Happens When We Step Outside Our Comfort Zone — Especially with Food
Recently, I had the privilege of speaking at a Vida Mexico conference in honour of International Women’s...
The Real Reason Your Old Eating Habits Aren’t Working Anymore
Many people go through life eating much the same way year after year, and I...
The Quiet Pressure to Hold It All Together — and the Possibilities We Rarely Consider
On the surface, many people are doing remarkably well. They manage demanding lives. They show...
Best Picks
The KEEN x Space Available UNEEK 360
KEEN and Space Available have teamed up for the first time to create a limited‑edition...
Sportneer Weighted Vest: The Simple Upgrade That Supercharges Any Workout”
The Sportneer Weighted Vest is a smart, versatile upgrade for anyone looking to intensify their...
Irish Roots That Shaped a Nation: Inside ‘Fifty Irish Lives in Canada’
Fifty Irish Lives in Canada, written by Dr. Eamonn McKee and Dr. Mark G. McGowan,...
Garant’s New Cordless Snow Blowers Built for Ottawa Winters
Ottawa winters don’t ease up — and neither does Garant. The Canadian brand has launched...
Good reads
How Influencers Build Engaged Instagram Audiences
Follower numbers are nice to show in a screenshot but they have little bearing on...
How These NHL Storylines Are Influencing Stanley Cup Betting Odds in 2026
The 2026 NHL season has unfolded with a level of unpredictability that has kept both...
How the Developing 2026 Preakness Stakes Field Is Capturing Bettor Attention
The 2026 Preakness Stakes is already generating considerable attention among horse racing enthusiasts. As the...
The Everyday Value of a Fresh and Well Kept Home
A busy home can start to feel overwhelming faster than most people expect. When work...