Specifying Flooring in Multi-Zone Residences: Function Over Finish?

July 31, 2025

Choosing flooring in a home with multiple functional areas is not about what is trendy. It is about what performs. Hardwood flooring continues to outperform its competitors by balancing durability, aesthetic appeal, and adaptability. Whether it is traditional oak in the living room or engineered planks in a kitchen, hardwood remains the most reliable and […]

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How to Make Fitness a Fun and Enjoyable Part of Your Day

July 30, 2025

For many people, the idea of fitness often brings to mind intense workouts or strict routines. But what if exercise could be something you genuinely look forward to each day? Making fitness fun and enjoyable is not only possible—it’s one of the best ways to build a lasting, positive relationship with movement. Here’s how you […]

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Use AI to Build ATS-Friendly Resumes

July 30, 2025

Finding work in Ottawa has generally been easier than in many other Canadian cities, primarily because it has a stable and diverse economy. It offers a wide range of opportunities across the tech, healthcare, education, and public sectors and is known for its steady growth and consistent hiring. With major employers in both government and […]

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Maggie’s Wake at Red Bird: Where Celtic Soul Meets Country Swagger

July 30, 2025

Get ready, Ottawa—something bold, beautiful, and brilliantly original is coming your way. On Sunday, August 10, Maggie’s Wake, Canada’s breakout folk-Celtic phenomenon, will take to the stage at Red Bird (1165 Bank Street) for one unforgettable night of music that bends genres and is sure to stir souls. Maggie’s Wake Brings Genre-Bending Roots Revival to […]

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The National Holocaust Monument Case and its Relationship to Contemporary Antisemitism

July 30, 2025

Republished from the Alliance of Canadians Combatting Antisemitism (ALCCA) https://www.alcca.ca/ By Mark Sandler This past Friday, Iain Aspenlieder entered a guilty plea to causing mischief to a war memorial. In June, he vandalized the National Holocaust Monument in Ottawa. At the recent court hearing, an agreed upon statement of facts was filed with the court, […]

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Canada’s Immigration Reckoning: When Refugees Come First and Citizens Come Last

July 30, 2025

Canada has long prided itself on being a haven for those fleeing war, persecution, and hardship. Our humanitarian tradition is woven into our national fabric. But today, compassion without limits is testing the very foundations of our social systems—and the public is beginning to push back. A 2024 Environics Institute survey revealed that 58 percent […]

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Freedom, Fortitude, and Legacy: ‘JOSIAH’ Comes to The Gladstone

July 29, 2025

From the depths of slavery in Maryland to international recognition as an abolitionist, author, and Canadian hero, Josiah Henson’s life is the kind of story that demands to be told. Now, thanks to the powerful one-man performance by acclaimed actor and dancer Cassel Miles, JOSIAH is coming to Ottawa’s The Gladstone Theatre from Tuesday, August […]

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How to Ensure Workplace Health and Safety

July 29, 2025

Creating a safe and healthy work environment is crucial for any business. It boosts productivity, improves employee morale, and reduces the risk of accidents and illnesses. Whether you run a small startup or a large company, focusing on health and safety can lead to a more engaged workforce. Everyone in the workplace shares the responsibility […]

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Album Reviews: Jessica Winter, Jade Bird, & Tyler, The Creator

July 29, 2025

Tyler, The Creator – Don’t Tap the Glass Hawthorne, CA It’s been such a small amount of time since Tyler, The Creator dropped Chromakopia that this new album dropped the day before his first Canadian tour date for the tour cycle. Yet somehow, unlike some of his other release-heavy compatriots, Tyler’s latest switches to a […]

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Ottawa’s Master Framers: Patrick Gordon Framing Sets the Bar in the National Capital

July 29, 2025

Ottawa’s always changing, but some places just stick. Patrick Gordon Framing (PGF) is one of those gems of the capital—quietly holding down the fort for over twenty years. Locals swear by it, artists lean on it, and newcomers usually hear about it through the grapevine. Whether you’re framing your first piece or your fiftieth, it’s […]

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Which Farming Operations Benefit Most from RTK GNSS Receiver Accuracy

July 29, 2025

The integration of RTK GNSS receivers into agricultural operations significantly improves the precision and consistency of fieldwork, minimises losses, and enables the most efficient use of resources. The advantages of RTK become particularly evident in tasks where machinery guidance accuracy, uniform distribution of seeds, fertilisers, and crop protection products, as well as the elimination of […]

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The new meaning of livability when digital tools guide urban life

July 29, 2025

Urban livability in Ottawa has changed shape. What once meant shorter commutes and quiet neighborhoods now includes something less visible but just as important: the unseen layers of digital systems embedded into how the city functions. The shift did not happen all at once. With every new app, payment method, and connected service, city life […]

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Basketball, Bloopers, and Bonding: Courtside With the BlackJacks

July 28, 2025

By David Johnson Basketball is having a moment right now in Canada, especially since Canadian-born Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was the NBA player of the year for the 2024-25 season. My father and I recently took in an Ottawa BlackJacks home game at TD Place—and it just happened to be CHEO Family Day, which made it extra […]

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Bridging Two Worlds: How Rabona Bet Options Transform Casino Entertainment

July 28, 2025

The traditional casino landscape once catered exclusively to players drawn to poker tables, slot machines, and roulette wheels. These establishments built their reputations on classic gambling entertainment, attracting individuals seeking the thrill of card games and chance-based activities. However, the integration of sports betting has fundamentally altered this dynamic, creating hybrid platforms that appeal to […]

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Trending sports operator’s platform for 2025 in Canada

July 28, 2025

The world of sports continues to dominate the lives of people around the world and there is even more action to fuel the desire of sports enthusiasts. The inaugural FIFA Club World Cup proved that there is even more football to extract out of the world’s best players, while the upcoming US Open Grand Slam […]

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How a Clean Home Can Improve Your Wellbeing

July 28, 2025

Most of us understand that keeping our homes clean helps them look good, but the benefits of a clean home go far deeper than appearances. The state of your environment can influence your mental clarity, physical health, and even your motivation levels throughout the day. When you walk into a tidy, fresh-smelling space, you are […]

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Steps to Take Before the Restoration Team Arrives After a Disaster

July 28, 2025

Experiencing a disaster such as a flood, fire, or storm can be overwhelming, leaving you uncertain about your next steps. The period between the disaster and the arrival of the restoration team is critical for ensuring safety, minimizing damage, and facilitating a smoother restoration process. Knowing what to do in these moments can help protect […]

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City Approves Transit-First Plan—But Highway Congestion Isn’t Going Anywhere

July 25, 2025

On July 23, 2025, Ottawa City Council approved the Transportation Master Plan (TMP)—the city’s comprehensive roadmap for how people and goods will move through the capital over the next two decades. Spanning all modes of travel, from transit and cycling to walking and driving, the plan outlines priorities through to the year 2046. Though the […]

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Where to Eat, Sip, and Celebrate in Ottawa this Summer

July 25, 2025

The 18-Hospitality Group has become a cornerstone of Ottawa’s ByWard Market dining scene. Led by Executive Chef David Godsoe, the group now manages five stylish venues—four in historic Ottawa buildings and one across the river in Gatineau. All are located in properties owned by the National Capital Commission, with another on the way in Rockcliffe […]

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Study Shows Over 60% of Canadians Can’t Distinguish Legal From Illegal Casino Sites

July 25, 2025

Canada’s online casino market is one of the most mature in the world, but it is still plagued with something that many much younger markets are grappling to overcome, offshore illegal platforms. Canadians are seemingly unable to identify the differences between legitimate platforms regulated by Canadian authorities and to Canadian standards, and offshore platforms with […]

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The New Age of Intergenerational Wealth: Adam Prittie on Building a Legacy with Intention

July 25, 2025

By Adam Prittie, CIM, CFP, BCOM, Associate Portfolio Manager, Financial Advisor   We are living through the greatest transfer of wealth in Canadian history. According to Environics Analytics, over $1 trillion is expected to change hands between generations over the next decade. But this shift isn’t just about dollars—it’s about values, relationships, and legacy. As […]

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OURbody’s Ottawa Founder Is Transforming Hormonal Health for Women

July 24, 2025

With a mission rooted in science, empathy, and personal experience, Chelsea Jambo’s new wellness brand is reframing the conversation around women’s hormonal health—one blend at a time. OURbody didn’t begin with a business plan—it began with frustration, exhaustion, and a hope for something better. Like so many women, Ottawa-based founder Chelsea Jambo spent years navigating […]

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The biggest wins in betting on the Ottawa Senators

July 24, 2025

The Ottawa Senators team has repeatedly been the source of sensational results, bringing significant winnings to those who believed in their success. By the way, today it is most profitable to bet on hockey through a crypto currency casino. Here, players receive a bonus for each deposit and can take risks at high odds.   […]

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Top of Atlantic Likely to Sport New Big Fish?

July 24, 2025

We’re in the middle of the summer with the hockey season still months away. Rosters have yet to be finalized and what the NHL’s member clubs are carrying now – as far as bodies – could look entirely different in October. So, is it the ideal time to prognosticate on what the NHL is going […]

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HAMILTON for a Ten-Spot? The Digital Lottery Lands in Ottawa! 

July 24, 2025

Believe it — the HAMILTON digital lottery is coming to Ottawa, and it’s your chance to see Broadway’s biggest hit for just $10! The Pulitzer Prize–winning musical will take the stage at the National Arts Centre from August 5–17, and thanks to Broadway Across Canada and Producer Jeffrey Seller, a limited number of $10 tickets […]

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