Arts & Events

Stofa Owner Jason Sawision Represents Ottawa at the 2026 Canadian Culinary Championships

Jason Sawision is not only a chef and restaurant owner—if all goes well, he may...

By: Karen Temple

Broadway Across Canada’s ‘Moulin Rouge! The Musical’ Tickets Now on Sale

Broadway Across Canada, the company that continues to bring world-class musicals to Ottawa’s National Arts...

By: OLM Staff

Holiday Harmonies: The Central Band of the Canadian Forces Brings Ottawa a Season to Remember

Ottawa audiences will have the chance to welcome the holidays with music that blends tradition...

By: OLM Staff

Documentary “Indigenous Drums” celebrates 15 years of friendship between China and Canadian First Nations

On 12 May 2008, an earthquake devastated the province of Sichuan, China. Homes were destroyed,...

By: Murray Oliver

My Ottawa

Men and Loneliness: The Quiet Crisis Behind the Anger

We talk endlessly about men today — masculinity, “toxic masculinity,” polarization, incels, resentment, the rise...

By: Brian Crombie

The Gift of Certainty: Writing a Will Made Easy & Why Every Family Should Act Now

When Sarah’s father died unexpectedly last winter, her family assumed his modest estate would be...

By: Dan Donovan

Why Letting Go of Perfection Might Be the Real Gift

Christmas arrives each year carrying a promise of peace. But for many people, it now...

By: Brian Crombie

Hard Rock Ottawa Rolls Out Phase Two With Expanded Gaming and a New Dining Venue

The ribbon has officially been cut on Phase Two of the Hard Rock Hotel &...

By: Karen Temple

Politics

Iran’s Mass Killings Demand a Response — and Canada Has a Direct Stake in This Fight

Iran is in the midst of the most violent and widespread uprising since the Islamic...

By: Dan Donovan

Advancing the Global Security Initiative – Deepening International Law Enforcement Cooperation

By H. E. Wang Di, Chinese Ambassador to Canada Today, new types of transnational crimes—especially...

By: Ottawalife Contributor

Stop Blaming Trump & America: Canada’s Crisis Is Homegrown

The Challenge for Canada Isn’t Trump or America. It’s Us. This week, much of Canada’s...

By: Dan Donovan

Manitoba should use the tobacco settlement to create a nicotine-free generation

By Dr. Andrew Halayko and Dr. Christopher Pascoe All of us wonder sometimes what we...

By: Ottawalife Contributor

Sports

Senators bag a couple but still searching for consistency

Sometimes you’re the bug . . . and sometimes you’re the windshield. Ask the Ottawa...

By: Dave Gross

Taking Measure – Ugly as it Can Get – of the NHL’s First Half

We’re at the halfway point of the NHL season and – when taking a realistic...

By: Dave Gross

Step Into the Spotlight: The 2025 WWE Wrestling Awards Are Here

World Wrestling Entertainment is kicking off the new year with a major event airing tonight...

By: Keith Whittier

Arnprior’s Connor Clattenburg Focused on Recovery After Storybook NHL Debut

Connor Clattenburg’s NHL dream arrived quickly—and ended far too soon this season—but the story of...

By: Neil Becker

Food & Wine

Magical Terroir of Alsace: Exploring Three Opulent White Wines That Showcase the Region’s Unique Soils

The iconic white wines of Alsace are famous for their pure aromas, freshness and their...

By: Jane Staples

Christmas Cheer: Five Wines That Make Exceptional Gifts

Just in time for the festive season, I have curated a list of mouthwatering wines...

By: Jane Staples

Beyond Malbec – An Exclusive Wine Tasting From the Embassy of Argentina Cellars

Malbec wines are loved and well-known, but there are several other equally fine Argentine wines...

By: Jane Staples

Raising a Glass to the French Aperitif and Fifty Years of Conviviality with Pernod Ricard!

Pernod Ricard is a world leader in the spirits and champagne industry. Their impressive range of products offers more than...

By: Jane Staples

Reviews

2026 OLA Movie Awards: Keith Whittier’s Fun Look at the Year in Film

Back in July, I shared my favourite films of 2025 so far — a mix...

By: Keith Whittier

TIFF 2025: Nic Pizzolatto and Vince Vaughn Bring Heart and Grit to Vegas Tale ‘Easy’s Waltz’

Synopsis: A down-on-his-luck crooner is given a chance at a comeback by an old-school Vegas...

By: Keith Whittier

TIFF Review: David Mackenzie’s ‘Fuze’ Explodes with Promise Before an Uneven Finish

Synopsis: An unexploded WWII bomb is discovered on a busy construction site in the centre...

By: Keith Whittier

TIFF Review: ‘Swiped’ Underserves Bumble Founder Whitney Wolfe Herd’s Remarkable Story

Synopsis: Whitney Wolfe Herd rises from recent graduate to pioneering entrepreneur, overcoming sexism and industry...

By: Keith Whittier

Travel

Finding Chiang Mai’s Soul on the Samoeng Loop

My family and I woke to the rattle of the tin roof outside our house...

By: Analise Saavedra

La Paz and Todos Santos are Mexico’s Best‑Kept Secret – An Unassuming Coastal Treasure

La Paz, the capital of Baja California Sur, has long been one of Mexico’s most...

By: Dan Donovan

Top 6 Photo Spots in Singapore: A Photographer’s Guide to Capturing the City’s Soul Travel

After nine months of pining and patience, I managed to convince my grandpa to give...

By: Analise Saavedra

Ybor City, Tampa: A Historic Hub of Culture, Cuisine, and Cigars

Rolling Time: Inside Tampa’s JC Newman Cigar Company, America’s Last Great Handmade Cigar Factory Ybor...

By: Dan Donovan

Business

Ottawa’s Furniture & Decor Scene: Where Craft, Character, and Timeless Design Meet

Ottawa’s design identity is often understated, but look closer and you’ll find a furniture and...

By: Ottawalife Contributor

Welcome to 2026: Navigating Opportunity with Prudence and Purpose

By Adam Prittie As 2026 begins, investors are entering the year with a familiar mix...

By: Ottawalife Contributor

Navigating Ottawa’s Mortgage Market: How Local Brokers Make Home Financing Easier

Buying a home or investing in property can be exciting, but also intimidating. From comparing...

By: Ottawalife Contributor

VersaBank Bets Big on Canada’s New Stablecoin Rules — CEO David Taylor Says the Future of Money Is Already Here

When the federal government released its 2025 budget, the real headline wasn’t taxes or spending...

By: Dan Donovan

Best Picks

Bruno Marc MaxFlex MotionHigh Men’s Chelsea Boots 

Looking for an everyday boot that’s equal parts polished and practical? Bruno Marc’s Sleek Men...

By: OLM Staff

Dream Pairs DALLAS Knee-High Boots

Looking for the boots everyone will be talking about this season? Meet the Dream Pairs...

By: OLM Staff

The Ultimate Holiday Gift for Food Lovers

Searching for a standout gift? The Canadian Culinary Championship—January 30–31, 2026—is the perfect pick for any...

By: OLM Staff

A Capital Mystery: Ottawa’s Shadows Come Alive in New Anthology

Ottawa’s quiet streets and storied past are about to get a thrilling twist. A Capital...

By: OLM Staff

Health

The Best High-Protein, Low-Cost Pantry Staple: Why You Should Eat More Legumes

As food prices continue to rise and health challenges persist for many of us, it’s...

By: Susan Alsembach

Canadians Rethink Wellness on International Self-Care Day

July 24 isn’t just another summer date—it’s International Self-Care Day, a global reminder that taking...

By: OLM Staff

Protecting Your Eyes: Insights from the Canadian Ophthalmological Society

A recent survey by the Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS) found that more than half of...

By: OLM Staff

Health on Hold: Over Half of Canadian Women Say the System Is Failing Them

A recent national survey reveals a growing crisis in women’s health care in Canada, exposing...

By: Karen Temple

Good reads

How Canada’s Online Casino Regulations Shape Player Payouts and Trust

Canada’s relationship with online gambling has changed quietly but significantly over the past few years....

By: Allen Brown

GenesisArbit Reviews: Conscious Investing

The brokerage services market is oversaturated — there are plenty of investment platforms, and even...

By: Allen Brown

Ottawa in Winter 2026: What to See, Do, and Experience

Ottawa is one of the coolest cities in the world and that’s in more ways...

By: Allen Brown

Why Gigadat Is Taking Over Instant Banking in the Canadian Casino Sector

Canada’s online casino sector is evolving rapidly, and at the centre of this transformation is...

By: Allen Brown