Beyond the Front-Runners: Why Ottawa’s Long-Shot Mayoral Candidates Ran
Ten of Ottawa’s 14 mayoral candidates shared less than three per cent of the vote. Their campaigns reveal what motivates people to enter municipal politics—and how difficult it can be to get heard. By Justin Campbell Fourteen candidates were certified to run for mayor of Ottawa in last Monday’s (October 26) municipal election. When the […]
From Foundation to Playoffs: How Ottawa Rapid FC Is Building Its Identity
Ottawa Rapid FC entered its second season with something it did not have the year before: a foundation. After making the Northern Super League playoffs in its inaugural season, Rapid returned to the postseason in 2026 with a better understanding of itself, a stronger connection with its city and a belief that it deserves to […]
TIFF 2026 Review: ‘Everest: The Other Side’ Explores the Human Cost of Conquest
Synopsis: An intimate portrait of two people bound by love, ambition, and the pursuit of the impossible. Elite ski mountaineers Jim Morrison and Hilaree Nelson fell deeply in love while reaching the pinnacle of their sport: Everest’s north face. Directors: Jimmy Chin, Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi Academy Award-winning filmmakers Jimmy Chin and Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi have […]
The Canadians we Choose to Remember
By Ray Pennings City council’s decision to rename Trump Avenue provides an opportunity to think about the Canadians we choose to honour. The street belongs to a neighbourhood with New York-inspired names. Canada’s own history offers plenty of people whose contributions deserve a place in our daily surroundings. The names we give public places help […]
Sense and Sensibility Movie Review: A Beautifully Crafted Return to Jane Austen
Review by J. A. Forrester Synopsis: Sisters Elinor and Marianne Dashwood must leave their Sussex estate to live with a distant relative, while facing both romantic and financial struggles. Director: Georgia Oakley Stars: Daisy Edgar-Jones, Esme Creed-Miles, Caitriona Balfe In the spring of 2020, we were to take a tour of Hardy & Austen country through […]
Album Reviews: Ashe, Gurriers, Caroline Rose
Ashe – The Girl of Your Dreams San Jose, CA As she’s navigated the various colours she could take her pop, Ashe feels the most at home on a country-tinged glam 70s feeling on her latest album. Where it can show its influences loudly, it often brings enough attitude and endearing honesty to set itself […]
TIFF 2026 Review: ‘The Only Living Pickpocket in New York’ Left me Wanting More John Turturro
Synopsis: When a theft goes awry, a veteran pickpocket is sent on a mission through New York to reclaim it. Director: Noah Segan Stars: John Turturro, Giancarlo Esposito, Will Price, Tatiana Maslany, Steve Buscemi John Turturro is a fantastic actor who has delivered memorable performances for decades, but I often struggle to think of roles […]
Eight Pours for Late October
One of this fortnight’s eight drinks is a Sauvignon Blanc kept fresh with green tea instead of sulphur. It’s also the priciest pick at $29.95. The list runs down to an $8.79 zero-sugar cranberry sparkler for anyone skipping alcohol, with two Monin syrup collections for café-quality drinks at home. Only one pour comes from Ontario, […]
Canada Needs to Build, Not Break Apart
At the very moment Canada needs a new era of nation-building, separatist pressures and political divisions threaten our ability to seize an extraordinary economic opportunity. I attended the Toronto Global Economic Forum this week, where economists, investors, business leaders and policymakers discussed the extraordinary changes reshaping the global economy. Artificial intelligence, government debt, rising borrowing […]
Ottawa Little Theatre’s Jane Eyre: A Gothic Romance Brought to Life
The stage is simple yet complex. Multiple staircases lead in different directions, foreshadowing the movement to come and creating a sense of grandeur before the actors even take the stage. It’s an evocative setting for Ottawa Little Theatre’s latest production, an ambitious retelling of Charlotte Brontë’s 19th-century classic, Jane Eyre. Based on Erin Shields’ adaptation, […]
Beyond the Ice: Ottawa Senators Players Giving Back to Children and Communities Since 2004
By Elina Ellis Hockey is usually all about the on-ice action, but the Ottawa Senators have been making off-ice plays since the late 1990s. Current and former players have led charitable initiatives to support children across Ottawa and around the globe. Over the past two decades, Senators players have helped raise and contribute hundreds of […]
How watching sports became interactive in the Roobet age
Watching sports is no longer tied down to sitting back and waiting for the final score. Today, game night is an active event that keeps you hooked from start to finish. Modern sports coverage blends live action with real-time stats, match picks, fantasy leagues, social chat, and live bets. Following every pass, shot, and play […]
China’s Fifth Plenum Explained: What Beijing’s Economic Strategy Means for Canada, Trade, and the Global Economy
For most Canadians, a Communist Party meeting in Beijing rarely attracts attention. Yet decisions made at China’s Fifth Plenum can influence everything from Saskatchewan potash exports and Prairie agriculture to critical-mineral projects in Northern Ontario and the cost of goods on Canadian shelves. As China continues to play a central role in the global economy, […]
Hettas Cambie: Canadian Performance Footwear Designed for Women’s Feet
Ask an Ottawa runner for their favourite route and be prepared for a long answer. With hundreds of kilometres of pathways, trails, and scenic roads crisscrossing the capital, choosing where to run is often harder than finding the motivation to lace up. The good news? Running remains one of the most accessible sports around. Even […]
What Makes a Home Feel Safe? How Lépine Builds Security Into Everyday Living
When people choose a home, they naturally think about the kitchen, the living room, the view and the amenities. But there is another question that matters just as much: will I feel safe here? For Lépine Apartments, safety and security are not features added at the end of the building process. They are considerations that […]
Defence Is Nation Building
As Ottawa commits historic sums to defence, energy and infrastructure, Syntax Strategic CEO Jennifer Stewart argues the country’s next strategic gap isn’t equipment. It’s the story. Canada has found the money. It has not yet found the words. Ottawa is committing more to defence, energy and critical infrastructure than it has in a generation. Jennifer […]
The First 48 Hours After an Accident: A Practical Checklist for Ottawa Residents
An unexpected accident can be very unsettling and overwhelming. No matter whether it was a car crash, slipping on ice while walking on an Ottawa sidewalk, or getting hurt on private property, having knowledge of the appropriate steps can help make dealing with this stressful experience less difficult. This checklist explains what to prioritize, what […]
Interview: Ottawa Author James McMahon on the Success of his Fantasy Trilogy Loura Lure
I’ve had the opportunity to interview some interesting people, but it’s rare that one of those people lives in the same neighbourhood. James McMahon is proof that you can have it all. He’s accomplished a successful career as a lawyer, has a wonderful family that includes his lovely wife and four children, and he has […]
The Role Of Location Technology In Modern Senior Safety
Growing older should not mean giving up independence or the freedom to move around. Many seniors enjoy taking walks, visiting friends, shopping, and attending community events. However, concerns about falls, getting lost, or experiencing medical emergencies can make families worry about their loved ones’ safety, especially when they live alone. One solution is location technology […]
Small Business Month in the Capital: What Ottawa’s Bayview Yards Founders Are Really Fighting Right Now
The founder of a ByWard Market gift shop told a friend last week that her supplier’s invoice went up twice before the goods even cleared the border. She laughed about it. Then she stopped laughing. That is the mood heading into the Ottawa Small Business Summit at Bayview Yards on October 19. October is Small […]
Come Over October: Ottawa Wine Nights at Home
October has a way of slowing Ottawa right down. The leaves along the Rideau Canal turn gold, the evenings arrive earlier, and the appeal of a night out starts to lose ground to the comfort of a night in. It is the season that inspired “Come Over October,” the gentle nudge to swap the crowded […]
Best Maid Service in Frisco, TX: 5 Companies to Compar
Cleaning can be hard to fit around work and school runs. To find the best maid service in Frisco, TX, we researched five companies that publish Frisco coverage, with Maid Brigade Plano as our first company to contact for recurring household help. This is an editorial comparison of published information, not an independently tested ranking […]
Knock knock, woof woof: A First-Time Volunteer’s Front-Row Seat to Campaigning
By Les Kom Going door-to-door for a municipal candidate is a learning experience. And the first thing I learn is that Ottawa homes are well-populated with dogs of all shapes and sizes. They loyally guard the homestead on behalf of their absent masters, and an innocent bell-push or door-knock can trigger a ferocious round of […]
Ontario’s Municipal Elections: When Did Good Enough Become Good Enough?
From Mississauga to Toronto, Hamilton and Oakville, today’s elections are about more than choosing mayors. They’re about whether our cities can move beyond complacency and start delivering results. Today, Ontarians will choose the mayors and councillors who will shape their communities for the next four years. The political contests are fascinating, but the real stakes […]
Nearly Two-Thirds of Independent Venues Lose Money. Seth Hurwitz Has Stayed Open for 46 Years.
In 2024, independent music venues, festivals, and promoters across the United States generated $153.1 billion in total economic output and sold tickets to 183.7 million fans. Sixty-four percent of them lost money doing it. Those findings come from the National Independent Venue Association’s first State of Live report, and the picture has only sharpened since. […]
