Wishes — failures — realities for the disabled
Politics January 22, 2021
by Dr. Ron Posno, B.A., M.Ed., Ed.D. OPINION — There is a heated debate going on here in Canada about medical assistance in dying (MAiD) because of the changes proposed in Bill C-7, a bill that currently sits with the Senate for review. Several articles have been published in OLM in the past [...]
Read full storyWhat you need to know about luxury vinyl flooring
Good Reads January 21, 2021
Luxury vinyl flooring is one of the most popular forms of resilient flooring in the world. Resilient flooring is essentially flooring made with materials that are elastic. They are firm and hard-wearing materials but they do have some give upon impact. This is why it feels more comfortable than wood [...]
Read full story3 major benefits of Ottawa’s lockdown to enjoy a long and blissful engagement
Good Reads January 21, 2021
With Ontario’s stay at home order now in effect due to COVID-19, many couples have made the decision to put their nuptials on hold. However, those that have chosen to wait shouldn’t be down about having a longer than expected engagement. In fact, there are a variety of reasons why having [...]
Read full story5 ways to negotiate for your loans’ interest rates
Good Reads January 21, 2021
If you are constantly getting less desirable interest rates but you have a pretty good credit score, maybe it’s time to find a new lender. Or better yet, you can up your game in regards to negotiating your interest rates. Not only will it help you build rapport with your current lender, it could [...]
Read full storyStylish setup for your bedroom
Good Reads January 20, 2021
A bedroom is a sanctuary and a personal getaway that expresses an individual’s taste. It is a place of quiet retreat after a tiresome day where you can unwind while changing out of work attire. A bedroom is where you can relax. Most importantly, a bedroom should be the most calming and comfortable [...]
Read full storyWhat to know about criminal law in Canada
Good Reads January 20, 2021
The Canadian legal system is governed by a set of laws that seek to control the behaviour of citizens and their interactions with each other and with the state. Unlike in many other non-commonwealth countries, Canadian law is based on English Common Law, and these use precedents and traditional common [...]
Read full storyForex trading strategies every beginner trader should know
Business January 20, 2021
The Forex market is one of the most vibrant financial markets in the world. Each second, currencies move against each other creating opportunities for traders. Trading in this market requires skill and discipline to always make the right calls. When picking Forex trading strategies, you have to find [...]
Read full storyThings you need to know about bookmaker (in gambling)
Good Reads January 20, 2021
Ever wondered just like me how a bookmaker works and makes money? Let’s find out that together in this detailed article. Sports betting started a long time ago before the emergency of bookmakers. People used to agree in terms of a wager between each other. But this usually brought out some disputes [...]
Read full storyLinks with China will anchor Hong Kong growth
Politics January 19, 2021
Above: The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge (PHOTO: PETER NOON ISTOCK) Ottawa Life Magazine has been publishing a Canada-China Series since 2013. The series focuses on bi-lateral interests, business affairs, people-to-people relations, Chinese culture and the Chinese diaspora in Canada. Since 2018 there [...]
Read full storyPersons with disabilities need accommodations and supports, not medically assisted death
Politics January 18, 2021
By Robin Acton As the mother of a young woman with an intellectual disability and the wife of someone with a significant physical disability, I know full well the value and meaning of their lives. Their lives, like my own, are defined by who they are, who they love, their passions and pursuits, and [...]
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