Why Gaming Friendships Often Last Longer Than Real-Life Ones
You lose touch with classmates. Colleagues vanish the day you change jobs. Neighbours move and barely wave from across the street. Meanwhile, someone you met in a lobby three years ago still logs on to the game with you every Thursday. No birthdays. No brunches. Just a habit. The friendships that form online, especially in […]
Antisemitism and The Fight for Inclusive Democracy
By Andrew Faas This is the third in a series on antisemitism by a non-Jew. The first, Is Canada an Antisemitic Nation? published on December 27, 2024, was an alert that something terrible was happening to our Jewish citizens, who were being persecuted because of historical and current events; and challenges non-Jews as bystanders to […]
Building a Better Budget with Finelo: How Ottawa Families Can Beat Inflation in 2025
The True North is feeling the pinch this year. Canadians nationwide are tightening their belts in preparation for a recession after a seemingly ceaseless tariff battle with our southern neighbours. Needless to say, a rather bleak job market, with limited availability of jobs and a pressing need for job creation, rising unemployment rates, and a […]
Off-Kilter and On Point: ’37 Postcards’ Charms at OLT
From the moment the curtain rises to reveal a charmingly skewed interior, it’s clear the audience is in for a whimsical treat. In this farcical comedy, sisters Evelyn (Dianna Renée Yorke) and Ester (Andree Benson) prepare for the long-awaited return of Avery (Dawson Fleming)—Evelyn’s beloved son, who has spent the last eight years exploring Europe. […]
Northern Shield: Trump’s Arctic Gambit Requires a Sovereignty Alliance for Canada, Denmark, and Norway
“The United States is your friend—until you stop being useful.” That was the blunt assessment offered by an unnamed diplomat, and it has never felt more relevant than it does today. Canada, Norway, and Denmark — long-standing NATO allies — are waking up to a harsh geopolitical reality: alliances are no longer permanent, but transactional, […]
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The internet has fundamentally transformed how Ottawans spend their leisure time, creating new patterns of entertainment consumption that extend far beyond traditional activities. While sports have long dominated the recreational landscape in Canada’s capital, digital platforms like Bankonbet and other online entertainment options have emerged as significant alternatives during downtime between hockey seasons and football […]
Korean Sip & Spirit: Ancient Drinks for Modern Tastes
Ottawa’s beautiful Korean Cultural Centre recently hosted an exclusive tasting and Masterclass as an introduction to Korean drinks culture. The tasting featured premium soju, makgeolli and yakju, along with local Korean food. I was privileged to attend this Masterclass, where guests enjoyed an in-depth guided tasting with a curated selection of South Korean wines and […]
Unlocking Value: How Casino Bonuses Are Shaping Canada’s Online Gaming Experience
Online gaming in Canada has seen a major rise in recent years. More people are logging on to try their luck with virtual slots, card games, and live casino tables. With this growth, casino bonuses have become a big part of the experience. According to recent coverage of Canada’s online gaming industry, these offers are […]
Ottawa’s Summer Solstice Festival: A Spectacular Celebration of Indigenous Culture, Music, and Tradition
Ottawa hosts plenty of summer festivals, but the Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival (SSIF) offers something truly unique. It’s a deep dive into Indigenous cultures, traditions, and artistry, inviting attendees to connect with history and community in a way that feels both celebratory and meaningful. This annual celebration of National Indigenous History Month is an opportunity […]
Horror Film ‘Dangerous Animals’ Will Linger in the Mind for a Long Time
Synopsis: When Zephyr, a savvy and free-spirited surfer, is abducted by a shark-obsessed serial killer and held captive on his boat, she must figure out how to escape before he carries out a ritualistic feeding to the sharks below. Director: Sean Byrne Stars: Hassie Harrison, Jai Courtney How can a place that looks so wonderful […]
PWHL Charge Bids Farewell to Emerance Maschmeyer and Danielle Serdachny
Coming off an exceptional season, with a record of 44 points, the Ottawa Charge finished third overall and embarked on an exciting playoff run that thrilled their loyal fanbase. It wasn’t a storybook ending for the Charge, though, who fell agonizingly short against the defending Walter Cup champions, Minnesota Frost, in game four of the […]
Exorcism Thriller “The Ritual” Aims for Demonic Yet Falls Predictably Flat
Synopsis: Two priests, one in crisis with his faith and the other confronting a turbulent past, must overcome their differences to perform a risky exorcism. Director: David Midell Stars: Al Pacino, Dan Stevens, Ashley Greene, Patricia Heaton In yet another entry in the long line of exorcism thrillers, The Ritual is a supernatural horror film […]
Album Reviews: Loaded Honey, Yuma Abe, Caroline
Loaded Honey – Love Made Trees Essex/London, England Through some initial tracks, Loaded Honey can at times feel like it’s poised to be Jungle’s own answer to what would happen if they took all their influences and tried to record a retro album like them, sans more modern sampling and instrumentation. Though the album is […]
Free Agents Going Up In Price
Oh, to be Brad Marchand or Sam Bennett right about now. The two veteran forwards have to be currently considered the odds-on favourites for the Conn Smythe Trophy (awarded annually to the most valuable player of his team in the playoffs). I mean, there’s no question. With the Panthers planting a stiff upper-cut on the […]
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Set to Supercharge Ottawa’s Entertainment Scene
It’s a major first—not just for Canada, but for Ottawa. While flashy developments like this usually head straight for Toronto, this time the spotlight’s on the capital. That’s right—Ottawa is shaking off its “city that fun forgot” label in style. Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, in partnership with the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG), […]
Why the US is in Such a Mess: An Outsider’s View
It should surprise no-one that the US is in a mess. Many reasons have combined to make the current festival of foolishness almost inevitable. Viewing the mayhem from Canada, an outside vantage point, but nonetheless close at hand, and with a smattering of shared cultural elements, one can see a plethora of causes. In what […]
From Bond to ‘Ballerina’: Ana de Armas Finds Her Franchise
Synopsis: An assassin trained in the traditions of the Ruska Roma organization sets out to seek revenge after her father’s death. Director: Len Wiseman Stars: Ana de Armas, Keanu Reeves, Ian McShane, Gabriel Byrne, Catalina Sandino Moreno The James Bond film, No Time to Die, featured an action sequence with Ana de Armas. It was […]
Steve Budd’s Hilarious Hunt for “The One” Hits Ottawa
By the time Steve Budd leaves the stage at Ottawa’s Atelier Theatre on June 12, he’ll have already lived a dozen lives—at least for an hour. In his award-winning solo show Oy, What They Said About Love, Budd shapeshifts into a cast of characters drawn from real-life interviews, each with their own take on that […]
Hangzhou – China’s Cultural Heartbeat in a Tech-Driven World
Hangzhou, the capital of Zhejiang province in eastern China, is located about 180 kilometres southwest of Shanghai. Nestled between the tranquil waters of West Lake and the lush, rolling hills of Zhejiang, Hangzhou once served as the capital of the Southern Song Dynasty. For centuries, it has inspired travellers and artists alike. Marco Polo famously […]
Canada and China Reset Relations Amid U.S. Trade War and Economic Shifts
OTTAWA—On June 5, 2025, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Chinese Premier Li Qiang spoke by phone in a pivotal conversation aimed at resetting relations between the two nations after years of political tensions. Both leaders emphasized economic cooperation, trade expansion, and mutual prosperity as top priorities moving forward. Canada and China have long shared […]
A Tenure of Transition: OC Transpo Moves On From Amilcar Era
Renée Amilcar’s four-year tenure as general manager of OC Transpo is officially coming to a close, and for many in Ottawa, her time at the helm will be remembered as a turbulent period of both high hopes and deep frustrations. Amilcar arrived in 2021 from Montreal’s transit agency, the Société de transport de Montréal, during […]
Beyond Sight and Sound: Yarn Bombing Brings Deafblind Awareness to Ottawa
June marks ten years since the Senate of Canada officially recognized National Deafblind Awareness Month, a milestone that has helped raise visibility and foster inclusivity across the country. To celebrate, cities worldwide will be covered in vibrant yarn bombing installations, with trees, fences, and buildings adorned in colourful, textured patterns that symbolize connection and community. […]
How the Growing Crypto Ecosystem Can Attract Global Talent to Ottawa
Ottawa might have quietly become one of Canada’s most promising technology hubs. While the rich history and historical significance are its well-known qualities, it has also turned into a place of innovation and entrepreneurship. This is especially visible in the quickly growing sectors like blockchain and cryptocurrency. A New Frontier in the Tech Scene […]
Stanley Cup Finale Checking All The Boxes
One in the books; one chapter written . . . so what has the hockey world learned and what can the hockey world expect to see for the duration of what promises to be a thrilling Stanley Cup final? Well, to state the obvious – great hockey, for one. We witnessed plenty of that in […]
How DashTickets enables New Zealand’s internet banking users to find the most convenient online casinos
DashTickets is a real money online casino review magazine created by Matthew Robert Davey in 2009 and operated by Dash Tickets New Zealand Limited. Initially a small website that focused on providing local readers with comprehensive reviews of offshore online casinos, DashTickets is now one of the most authoritative niche websites in the region, trusted […]
