Arts & Events

Divine Spirit Center’s Global Multicultural Charity Show will be a Night to Remember

This month, the Divine Spirit Center will be hosting a night of celebration to promote...

By: Camryn Munday

Let OLT’s ‘On The Farce Day of Christmas’ Kick off Your Holiday Season 

Christmas movies about dysfunctional families, like National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, Elf, and Christmas with the Kranks, resonate because...

By: Karen Temple

OPAP: Exploring the Bliss of Making Art Amidst Nature

There’s something about observing a drop of dew on a new leaf in spring, feeling...

By: Beryl Menezes

Welcoming Back Outerbridge Magic Show “Mysteries of the Keyhole House” Just in Time for the New Year!

Back by popular demand, master illusionists Ted and Marion Outerbridge are returning to the stage...

By: Camryn Munday

My Ottawa

The Annual OC Transpo/Loblaws Holiday Food Drive is this Saturday

On Saturday, December 14, OC Transpo and Loblaws will come together for the 40th Annual...

By: OLM Staff

Too Good to Go Offers Consumers Discounts While Tackling the Global Challenge of Reducing Food Waste

Since the inflationary crisis began, food insecurity has become an increasingly global issue. From the...

By: Mckenzie Donovan

Canadian Tire Carlingwood Tops OLM’s 2024 List of Most Trusted Auto Repair Shops

By David Johnson With winter fast approaching, it’s the perfect time to take your car...

By: OLM Staff

Ten Good Reads to to Cozy Up with This Winter

As the year wraps up, the weather gets colder, and the days get shorter, why...

By: Camryn Munday

Politics

Council Approves 2025 City of Ottawa Operating Budget

The Ottawa City Council budget review meeting is a significant event of the year, where...

By: Mckenzie Donovan

Stalled Government: Causes and Possible Remedies

Canadians have clearly begun to notice that the Government of Canada doesn’t seem to be...

By: John Scott Cowan

Ottawa Police Services Board Approves 4.4 Percent Budget Increase

The budgetary process of the Ottawa Police Services Board (OPSB) is distinct from that of...

By: Mckenzie Donovan

Transit Commission Approves Budget as Amilcar Blames Services Failures on Traffic

Transit has emerged as a particularly contentious issue for Mayor Mark Sutcliffe following the announcement...

By: Mckenzie Donovan

Sports

Road Swing to Determine Senator Playoff Hopes

At the very least, the Ottawa Senators have placed themselves into a potentially opportunistic position....

By: Dave Gross

Ottawa West Golden Knights Looking to Take That Next Step

Last season was an exciting time for the Ottawa West Golden Knights. The West Golden...

By: Neil Becker

Hope Remains for Senators, but it’s Dimming

Another pointlessly disappointing post-Christmas slog through winter and spring, or an unexpected turnaround on deck...

By: Dave Gross

Sens, Habs and Leafs Headed in Different Directions

No matter how well your team is going, as an NHL general manager, worry and...

By: Dave Gross

Food & Wine

The Story of a Happy Stomach: Fondue Night at Absinthe Café

A friend recently told me about Fondue Night at Absinthe Café. I checked the online...

By: Jane Staples

Celebrate Ontario Wine: Discover the Latest Releases from the Grange of Prince Edward Winery

Ottawa wine lovers know that Prince Edward County is close enough to provide an ideal...

By: Jane Staples

Four Wines for Cozy November Nights

Chilly November, with its skittish weather, calls for some self-indulgence on the home front. I’ve...

By: Jane Staples

Fall Fun for Foodies – Wine, Cider, Liqueur and Lots of Pie!

Fall is definitely here, and with it, our meals become heartier, with more roast meats...

By: Jane Staples

Reviews

Album Reviews: Sabrina Carpenter, Andreya Casablanca, Free Label

Andreya Casablanca – See More glass Berlin, Germany As her first LP since Gurr’s been...

By: Owen Maxwell

An Ode to Ordinary Beauty: “Listening to Miles Davis and Gil Evans on a January Night” by Dr. Greg Stidham

Title: Listening to Miles Davis and Gil Evans on a January Night Publisher:  Silver Bow...

By: Camryn Munday

Album Reviews: Kendrick Lamar, Confidence Man, Amyl & the Sniffers

Kendrick Lamar – GNX Compton, CA All thunder-stealing of Father John Misty aside, it was...

By: Owen Maxwell

Album Reviews: Molchat Doma, The Okmoniks, Magdalena Bay

Molchat Doma (Молчат Дома) – Belaya Polosa, (Белая Полоса) Minsk, Belarus As they expand their...

By: Owen Maxwell

Travel

Exploring Tupper Lake: Small-Town Charm in the Adirondacks

Ottawa is just under three hours from the beautiful Adirondacks in upper New York state....

By: Shane Carmichael

Plattsburgh Escapes: Fall Colours and Year-Round Adirondack Charm

If you’re seeking a quick yet unforgettable getaway, the Adirondacks deliver an idyllic escape in...

By: Dan Donovan

Savouring Monte Cardón Restaurant in Los Cabos: Slowing Down the Dining Experience

For most, the name Los Cabos will conjure up images of blue skies, sparkling seas,...

By: Camryn Munday

Exclusive Resorts’ Villas at Esperanza: Putting your Mind at Ease in Los Cabos

There are few places on earth that rival Los Cabos’s landscape: sun-drenched deserts sprawl on...

By: Camryn Munday

Business

Artist In Residence Distillerie’s Ontario Expansion: Smoked Maple Whisky and a New Location

In 2016, Pierre Mantha envisioned a distillery that would combine quality local ingredients, fresh springwater,...

By: Camryn Munday

Kingstar Media Celebrates 25 Years of Innovation and Success

Celebrating its 25th anniversary, Kingstar Media is one of Toronto’s leading media agencies, marking a...

By: Mckenzie Donovan

Transform spaces into stunning sanctuaries with Dee′s Interior Design and Staging 

Dee Sinha is a certified interior decorator dedicated to her clients. She promises to focus...

By: Dee Sinha

Achieving Financial Independence: A Roadmap to Freedom and the Role of a Financial Advisor

By Adam Prittie, CIM, CFP, BCOM, Associate Portfolio Manager, Financial Advisor   Financial independence is...

By: Ottawalife Contributor

Holiday Best Picks

An Ode to Ordinary Beauty: “Listening to Miles Davis and Gil Evans on a January Night” by Dr. Greg Stidham

Title: Listening to Miles Davis and Gil Evans on a January Night Publisher:  Silver Bow...

By: Camryn Munday

Give the Gift of Tranquility with the Enso Buddha Board

With the holidays coming up, it’s the perfect time to schedule a moment of tranquillity....

By: OLM Staff

FORM Smart Swim 2 Google: For the Swimmer or Triathlete on Your List

Form’s new FORM Smart Swim 2 goggles are a perfect holiday gift for the fitness...

By: OLM Staff

Neo Financial Awarded Best Cashback Cards in Canada

Introducing the most thrilling credit card lineup to hit the Canadian market in years: the Neo...

By: OLM Staff

Health

Geographic Atrophy: a leading cause of blindness that you need to know about

Geographic Atrophy (GA) is a disease that strikes quietly, but its effects are profoundly life-altering....

By: OLM Staff

No Smoke November: NICORETTE® Reminds Canadians It’s Never Too Late to Quit Smoking

Are you looking to quit smoking? Taking the very first step towards a smoke-free future...

By: Camryn Munday

Community Caregiving the Cognitive Therapy Way

The Centre for Cognitive Therapy (CCT) will turn 30 next year. Easily one of Ottawa’s...

By: Beryl Menezes

Your Skin is a Reflection of your Overall Health

A holistic approach to skin health embraces the concept of wellness by recognizing that our...

By: Susan Alsembach

Good reads

How CBD Oil Can Help You Manage Everyday Stress

Stress has become a constant companion in our busy lives, whether it’s from work, family...

By: Allen Brown

The Evolution of Stand-Up Comedy: How Comedy Clubs Shaped the Industry

The rise of comedy clubs helped to make stand-up comedy as we know it today....

By: Allen Brown

Does ice hockey still dominate the Canadian sports market?

Ice hockey is widely associated with Canada. Ask anyone around the world which country they...

By: Allen Brown

What Canadians Need to Know About Crypto Yield Farming and Taxes

Cryptocurrency has expanded beyond mere speculation, offering new avenues like yield farming for investors to...

By: Allen Brown