Sofia Donato

Features Writer

Sofia Donato is a journalism student at Carleton University in OttawaWhen she's not writing, you can find her teaching at her karate dojo or playing with her dog, Leia.

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Support Bruyère Month—take part and #BeMoved!

Support Bruyère Month—take part and #BeMoved!

Bruyère is proud to announce its inaugural Bruyère Month presented by Emond Harnden, and invites you to have a look at the specialized care provided through it’s Hospital, Long-Term Care and Primary Care programs. Despite the challenges in the past year and a half, Bruyère [...]

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Violet, lilac, plum, grape, whatever you want, get it on for the Purple Tie Gala

Violet, lilac, plum, grape, whatever you want, get it on for the Purple Tie Gala

Cornerstone Housing for Women is hosting their third annual Purple Tie Gala, presented by Livingston MacDonald Wealth Management, on October 2, 2021. Their most important fundraiser of the year, the event will be broadcasted virtually once again, so you can support the cause in the comfort of your own [...]

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Tired of dishes and meal prep? Let WeCook do the cooking for you!

Tired of dishes and meal prep? Let WeCook do the cooking for you!

WeCook offers a wide range of freshly prepared, ready-to-eat meals delivered right to your door. Curated by an in-house chef, meals are locally sourced, with zero additives or preservatives and are fully customizable to meet your fitness and dietary needs. The online service allows Canadians to save [...]

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Introducing Canada’s first data driven cannabis store

Introducing Canada’s first data driven cannabis store

ABOVE: The friendly staff at Plateau on Preston Street. Canada’s first data-driven cannabis store has opened two locations in Ottawa. Located on Bank Street in the Glebe and on Preston Street in Little Italy, Plateau provides accurate product selection for their customers and matches chemical [...]

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Kettlemans teams up with Trexity to deliver delicious bagels to your door!

Kettlemans teams up with Trexity to deliver delicious bagels to your door!

Ottawa’s beloved bagel shop is set to spread their bagels across the city, and right to your front door. After successfully introducing the Montreal-style bagels to the Greater Toronto Area, Kettlemans is expanding their services. In partnership with delivery company Trexity, you can now enjoy [...]

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OAG reopens with Chains & Crowns by Ottawa artist Stéphane Alexis

OAG reopens with Chains & Crowns by Ottawa artist Stéphane Alexis

ABOVE: Rows No. 2, 2020, pigment ink on rag paper, 38.1 cm x 38.1 cm, (RIGHT) Ghana Braids No. 1, 2020, AP, pigment ink on rag paper, 63.5 x 63.5 cm. The Ottawa Art Gallery (OAG) reopened July 21 with some exciting new exhibits. One of the new installations at Gallerie Annex is Chains & Crowns, [...]

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The Rice Straw is an eco-friendly replacement to plastics

The Rice Straw is an eco-friendly replacement to plastics

Canadian distribution company, EcoSmart Supply Co., kicked off the summer with a most innovative product — The Rice Straw. Designed with the environment in mind, the straw will help reduce the use of unnecessary plastics. Made from 100 per cent natural ingredients, both organic and biodegradable, [...]

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How to overcome the mental obstacles of a life-long illness

How to overcome the mental obstacles of a life-long illness

Title: Beating The Odds: 11 Lessons to Overcome a Health Crisis and Lead a More Resilient Life Author: Chris Macleod Page count: 141 ISBN: 978 1 7775753 0 4 Chris Macleod, a fierce advocate for patients in need of life-sustaining medications and treatments, and founder of the not for profit organization, [...]

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Ottawa Bylaw and Transport Canada won’t do anything for family that fears for safety

Ottawa Bylaw and Transport Canada won’t do anything for family that fears for safety

ABOVE: The Hauser family fear for their safety on their own property when the Phelan RC Flying Club members are out flying their drones. Across the street from a local RC flying club, the Hauser family lives in constant fear for the safety of their young daughter. The Phelan RC Flying Club has been [...]

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How Canadians are embracing their culture through food

How Canadians are embracing their culture through food

A recent survey reveals that 67 per cent of Canadians connect with their heritage through traditional recipes. Almost half are concerned family history will be forgotten if recipes aren't passed down. The Leger Marketing survey was conducted in response to the upcoming Food Day Canada on behalf of [...]

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