Fantastic Florida: Martin County, Miami, and The Palm Beaches offer something for all
Travel August 05, 2022
ABOVE: The waters of Miami Beach, Florida. (PHOTO: Visit Florida) When you think of Florida, nostalgic childhood trips to Disney World likely come to mind. However, The Sunshine State has so much more on offer. Miami, Martin County, and The Palm Beaches represent some of the best of Florida, whether [...]
Read full storyUltimate guide to Ottawa’s summer festivals
Arts & Events August 05, 2022
They don’t call Ottawa “Festival City” for nothing! As our city begins to come out on the other side of the ongoing pandemic, we are so excited to see the return of street festivals––something that our gorgeous National Capital has become known for, especially in the warm [...]
Read full storyGet your travel revenge and treat yourself in vibrant Toronto
Travel July 20, 2022
ABOVE: Toronto’s hottest outdoor space, RendezVous, with its bright colours, lively atmosphere, and all-around great vibes. (PHOTO: Curtis Pixels) We’ve all been cooped up over the past couple of years, but with travel restrictions gone and pandemic mandates lifting, it’s time [...]
Read full storyOttawa teen researcher and author Naila Moloo releases new book
Arts & Events May 26, 2022
Ottawa teen Naila Moloo is making big waves. When we last chatted with Naila in August 2021, she had recently released her debut novel Chronicles of Illusions: The Blue Wild and was keeping busy with her research into the uses of duckweed and improving solar panels. Less than a year later, Naila is [...]
Read full storyThe Canadian Tulip Festival celebrates its platinum anniversary
Arts & Events May 10, 2022
What: Canadian Tulip Festival When: May 13 - 23, 2022 Where: Commissioners Park Cost: Free After going virtual for two years in response to the pandemic, the beloved Canadian Tulip Festival returns in-person this year. The ten-day festival kicks off on Friday, May 13th, and promises to be [...]
Read full storyOttawa PoutineFest promises good music, beer, and of course lots of poutine
Arts & Events April 27, 2022
ABOVE: PoutineFest is back and ready to serve up the best in traditional, exotic, and extreme, including kimchi poutine! (Photo: Ottawa Poutine Fest) After two long years, the beloved Ottawa PoutineFest is back on! Forced to be postponed two years in a row in light of the pandemic, the popular [...]
Read full storyUnplug and get in touch with nature for Earth Day
Arts & Events April 22, 2022
Earth Day was officially declared in 1970. Every year since on April 22nd, people around the globe are encouraged to think about environmental issues, how our actions impact the natural environment, and what we can do to minimize our carbon footprint. Here are some enviro-friendly things you can do to [...]
Read full storyPique spring edition is on this weekend featuring Sook-Yin Lee , Kiki Coe, KAR33M and more
Arts & Events March 17, 2022
What: Pique Spring 2022 When: Saturday, March 19, 2022 Where: Arts Court (2 Daly Ave.) Tickets: Pay-What-You Can via Eventbrite For the second year in a row, Ottawa-based art and multimedia organization Debaser is excited to kick off another season of Pique! The seasonal music and arts fest showcases [...]
Read full storyLocal skater talks returning to the ice for Disney On Ice presents Mickey and Friends!
Arts & Events February 28, 2022
We are all excited for the return of in-person, live performances here in Ottawa. What better way to kick things off and put a smile on your face than with some wholesome Disney magic? After three years, the ever-popular Disney On Ice returns to the Canadian Tire Centre on Thursday, March 3rd, for [...]
Read full storyCity of Ottawa proclaims March 1-7 Black Mental Health Week
Arts & Events February 28, 2022
Press Release via Ottawa Black Mental Health Coalition–While Canadians are beginning to talk more about mental health and remove the stigma of getting help, many in Black communities find it difficult to speak openly about mental health. It’s the youth dealing with uncertainty surrounding [...]
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