Arts & Events

Resonance of Dunhuang: Ancient Silk Road Music Comes Alive in Ottawa

The past seemed to breathe again on October 10 at Algonquin Commons Theatre, where Hong...

By: OLM Staff

Karmen Petrovic Interview: See the WWE NXT Star in Person This Weekend

WWE is returning to the Ottawa area this weekend as NXT, their developmental brand, takes...

By: Keith Whittier

Big Acts, Small-Town Magic at Carleton Place Arena

The Carleton Place Arena has become my go-to place to see a concert. Last year,...

By: Tom Middleton

Expressions of Art 2026: Meet the Local Artists Behind the Art in Carp

In an age when almost anything can be bought with a few clicks, there is...

By: OLM Staff

My Ottawa

Ottawa Mayoral Candidates Clash Over the City’s Most Pressing Issues

By Andrés Martínez With election day fast approaching, Ottawa’s four leading mayoral candidates laid out...

By: Ottawalife Contributor

The Future of Downtown Ottawa: What Council Candidates Are Proposing

By Andrés Martínez With Ottawa’s municipal election less than two weeks away, candidates from Rideau-Vanier,...

By: Ottawalife Contributor

Remembering Rabbi Jacob Mirsky: Ottawa Community-Builder And Benefactor Of Its Jewish Brethren

Eighty-four years after his death, local Ottawa historian David C. Martin is spearheading an initiative...

By: Beryl Menezes

Ottawa’s Snowsuit Fund Kicks Off 45th Season of Keeping Children Warm

Glued to her father’s side, she walked up to the front of the crowd gathered...

By: Karen Temple

Politics

Trapped in Trump’s America: Did Donald Trump Create Canada’s Economic Problems, or Simply Expose Them?

A provocative new book by Ian Lee and Larry O’Brien argues that Canada’s greatest economic...

By: Brian Crombie

Interview: Tariq Ali Faraj Al-Ansari, Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Canada

Few bilateral relationships have evolved as rapidly in recent years as that between Canada and...

By: Dan Donovan

Canada–China Relations Gain Momentum After Carney–Xi Reset at Major Ottawa Symposium 

Ottawa symposium brings together influential political, diplomatic, business and academic figures from both countries in...

By: Dan Donovan

Witness to October 7: What I Saw in Israel and What Canada Must Confront

Viewer discretion is strongly advised. The footage contains graphic images and scenes of violence that...

By: Dan Donovan

Sports

Atlético Ottawa Delivers Statement Win as Cavalry’s Discipline Falters

Can we talk about how incredible Atlético Ottawa is? I continue to be in awe...

By: Keith Whittier

Senators Need To Come Out Of The Gate Flying

Your Ottawa Senators have reason for ‘cautious’ optimism as the NHL regular season campaign gets...

By: Dave Gross

Drake Cashes In

Even the most casual of hockey fans realize that the financial landscape in the NHL...

By: Dave Gross

Senators Following a New Path

Questions in need of answers. Some of this we’ll see come to fruition early this...

By: Dave Gross

Food & Wine

6 Wines to Toast the Start of Fall

Fall arrived this week, and Ottawa evenings are cooling even while the afternoons stay warm....

By: Natalie MacLean

Best Drinks for Early September: Wines and Cocktails to Kick Off Fall

Early September in Ottawa runs two seasons at once. The mornings want a sweater. The...

By: Natalie MacLean

From the Embassy Cellars – Exploring Demerara Rum of Guyana

“From the Embassy Cellars” is a series of masterclasses offered by Tim Ouellette and Brittany...

By: Jane Staples

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...

By: Jane Staples

Reviews

Album Reviews: Troye Sivan, Remi Wolf, Adult DVD

Troye Sivan – She’s the Best Johannesburg, South Africa/Perth, Australia While his delivery can sound...

By: Owen Maxwell

‘The Social Reckoning’ Review: A Talented Cast in a Film That Falls Short

Synopsis: Follows Frances Haugen, a young Facebook engineer, who enlisted the help of Jeff Horwitz,...

By: Keith Whittier

Album Reviews: beabadoobee, Julia Jacklin, Fat Dog

Beeabadoobee – Pylon Iloilo City, Philippines/London, England Rich in her understanding of guitar and aesthetics...

By: Owen Maxwell

Album Reviews: Formal Sppeedwear, Protomartyr, Blondshell

Formal Sppeedwear – Punch Card Stoke On Trent, England For lovers of Talking Heads, Oingo...

By: Owen Maxwell

Travel

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...

By: Analise Saavedra

The Hari Hong Kong: Where Luxury Meets Local Character

When describing Hong Kong, I often tell people it is a city that makes you...

By: Haley Donovan

Tastes of Prague – Mozart and Michelin

Although Mozart is most often associated with Vienna where he lived and died, Prague in...

By: Bruce Sach

A Bequia Summer: Discovering the Charm of St. Vincent & the Grenadines’ Largest Island

A family trip to the beautiful island of Bequia has left us with memories we...

By: Don MacLean

Business

Building More Than Homes: Lépine’s Commitment to Community

A home is more than four walls and a roof. It is part of a...

By: Dan Donovan

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...

By: Dan Donovan

The unnecessary obstacle to Canadian ambition is the reliance on personal guarantee

Pooling startup credit backstops would ignite entrepreneurship, investment and productivity By Jon Lomow I signed...

By: Ottawalife Contributor

Hero’s Ridge — Lépine’s Quiet Salute

A simple act of gratitude at Canadian Tire Centre is giving Ottawa’s veterans the recognition...

By: OLM Staff

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...

By: Patricia Carr

Living Well for Longer: Understanding Healthspan and Lifespan 

When people take the first steps toward improving their health, I often hear them say,...

By: Susan Alsembach

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...

By: Beryl Menezes

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...

By: Patricia Carr

Best Picks

5 NORTIV Hiking and Walking Shoes That Go From Trail to Town

Today’s outdoor footwear isn’t just about conquering the trail. It’s about versatility. NORTIV’s latest hiking...

By: OLM Staff

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...

By: OLM Staff

Small Space, Big Comfort: Why Cozey Works on Patios and Balconies

Patios are the unsung heroes of urban living. They are small, often awkwardly shaped, and...

By: OLM Staff

‘Wayward Voices’: A Literary Noir About Truth, Corruption, and the Cost of Redemption

Wayward Voices is a tightly drawn literary noir that follows Hank McGee, a disgraced Montreal...

By: OLM Staff

Good reads

Exploring the Mechanics and Strategies of Usdt Dice Betting

Focus on understanding the odds. Each outcome has specific probabilities, and familiarizing yourself with these...

By: Allen Brown

8 Best Bare Metal Hosting Providers in 2026

By Hitesh Jethva A slow database, an overloaded application server, or a growing virtualization cluster...

By: Allen Brown

The Future Planning Mindset: Making Important Decisions Before Life Changes

Most people make their biggest decisions in a hurry. A new job, a move, a...

By: Allen Brown

What to buy before your first winter weekend in a Gatineau Park cabin

What to buy before your first winter weekend in a Gatineau Park cabin Thinking of...

By: Allen Brown