Advancing the Global Security Initiative – Deepening International Law Enforcement Cooperation
By H. E. Wang Di, Chinese Ambassador to Canada Today, new types of transnational crimes—especially telefraud and online scams—have become a global scourge and a governance challenge confronting the international community. For example, the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre received 52,000 fraud reports involving CAD 645 million in reported losses in 2024, continuing an upward trend. In […]
Ottawa in Winter 2026: What to See, Do, and Experience
Ottawa is one of the coolest cities in the world and that’s in more ways than one. The capital of Canada is among the coldest on the planet and experiences a great deal of snowfall. With picturesque scenery and plenty of things to see and do, the cold is part of its charm as the […]
Why Gigadat Is Taking Over Instant Banking in the Canadian Casino Sector
Canada’s online casino sector is evolving rapidly, and at the centre of this transformation is a shift in how players move money online. Traditional cards and delayed bank transfers are increasingly being replaced by instant banking solutions that prioritize speed, security, and ease of use. Among these, Gigadat has emerged as one of the most […]
Casement, Slider, or Fixed: Which Window Style Is Most Suitable for Your Home?
Window repair or replacement is an investment in the comfort, energy efficiency and aesthetics of your home. But how do you choose among all the variety of styles? For Canadian homeowners looking for the perfect balance of functionality and style, reliable and practical casement windows Canada are especially worth considering. This option often becomes a […]
Top 5 Best Towing Services in Ottawa
Driving in Ottawa means accepting that, at some point, something will go wrong. A dead battery during a January cold snap, a flat tire on the Queensway, or an accident that brings traffic to a standstill. In those moments, having access to a reliable towing service matters far more than clever advertising or inflated claims. […]
Album Reviews: Soulwax, Thee Soreheads, Melody’s Echo Chamber
Soulwax – All Systems Are Lying Ghent, Belgium Between their DJ work and remixes and albums specifically built around radio sets, it’s not hard to forget briefly that Soulwax has an equally rock-centric run. Their latest effort on this foot leans into a much more cinematic scope, feeling like it was intended to score a […]
Canada’s Gambling Crackdown is Changing How Players Judge Online Casinos
Online gambling in Canada is going through a quiet reset. You might not notice it at first glance, but if you pay attention to how players talk about casinos today, the change is clear. Trust, transparency and getting paid on time are now at the front of players’ minds. This shift is closely tied to […]
VersaBank Bets Big on Canada’s New Stablecoin Rules — CEO David Taylor Says the Future of Money Is Already Here
When the federal government released its 2025 budget, the real headline wasn’t taxes or spending — it was a major shift in financial regulation. For the first time, Ottawa outlined a path to govern stablecoins, a fast‑growing class of digital assets designed to hold a steady value and move across blockchain networks like a faster, […]
How to Improve Carbohydrate Consumption Before a Long Workout
A 3-hour training session will expose every weakness in your fueling strategy. The athlete who ate too little feels it around the 90-minute mark. The one who ate the wrong foods at the wrong time feels it sooner. Pre-workout carbohydrate intake determines how much glycogen sits in your muscles and liver when you start, and […]
Stop Blaming Trump & America: Canada’s Crisis Is Homegrown
The Challenge for Canada Isn’t Trump or America. It’s Us. This week, much of Canada’s media and punditry class appeared to suffer a collective meltdown after Donald Trump ordered U.S. forces to capture a criminal dictator and drug lord and bring him to justice. The reaction was as predictable as a January snowstorm: emergency panels, […]
Taking Measure – Ugly as it Can Get – of the NHL’s First Half
We’re at the halfway point of the NHL season and – when taking a realistic look at the league’s Eastern Conference – not much, if anything, appears definite or decisive . . . yet. It’s anyone’s ballgame, folks. But we’ve been down that particular road a few times in this column already in 2025-26, so […]
Manitoba should use the tobacco settlement to create a nicotine-free generation
By Dr. Andrew Halayko and Dr. Christopher Pascoe All of us wonder sometimes what we might do if we suddenly had a significant amount of money made available to us. Few would say they would spend it all on a big house without having a plan to ensure their long-term financial security. Yet that is […]
Ottawa’s Quiet Digital Leisure Boom Is Changing the Way Adults Spend an Evening In
Ottawa has always been a city that knows how to keep things balanced. For every bustling patio on Elgin, there’s a neighbourhood pub where the bartender remembers your usual. For every packed festival weekend, there’s a quieter counterpoint—an evening walk through the Glebe, a late-night movie at home, or a playlist that turns a kitchen […]
How Ottawa’s Digital Entertainment Habits Shift as Temperatures Fall
Once temperatures start dropping in Ottawa, daily routines change in fairly predictable ways. Patio season disappears, evening walks become shorter, and spontaneous plans give way to staying in. However, that doesn’t mean people are doing less. It just means they’re doing different things, mostly indoors and online. Colder weather also coincides with shorter days, which […]
Canada’s Housing Market Reset Begins: What 2026 Means for Buyers, Sellers, and Developers
Canadian real estate doesn’t need more cheerleading as we enter 2026. It doesn’t need panic, either. It needs something rarer in this business: honesty. What we’re living through isn’t simply “rates went up, and deals slowed down.” It’s a reset in the economics, psychology, and operating model of Canadian real estate — especially in the […]
Trump Derangement Syndrome vs. Reality: How U.S. National Security Decisions Are Actually Made
Triggered by the latest arrest of Nicolás Maduro, the level of Trump Derangement Syndrome amongst the chattering classes has once again drifted far beyond reality. This is not a blanket dismissal of legitimate criticism, nor a claim that Donald Trump is above scrutiny. Donald Trump has never been a disciplined public speaker. He is, and […]
Alberta Prepares for the iGaming Corporation Launch
In June this year, it was announced that Alberta would be opening up its relatively closeted iGaming market. In a move similar to one pioneered by Ontario in 2022, the province will hope to pivot players away from the unregulated grey market and add to its coffers in taxable revenue. Scheduled for the second quarter […]
‘Clue’ on Stage at the NAC: Broadway Across Canada Delivers a Hilarious Whodunit
The game—I’ve played it many times. What kid doesn’t love the miniature candlestick, wrench, rope, and other would-be murder weapons? Then there’s the wonderfully illustrated board itself, offering a peek into a world of manor-house intrigue, complete with libraries, lounges, and secret passageways that fired the imagination. Full disclosure: I hadn’t seen the Clue (1985) […]
La Paz and Todos Santos are Mexico’s Best‑Kept Secret – An Unassuming Coastal Treasure
La Paz, the capital of Baja California Sur, has long been one of Mexico’s most extraordinary yet quietly kept treasures — a place where desert mountains drop into the Sea of Cortez in a way that feels almost otherworldly. For years it stayed largely off the international tourism map, overshadowed by the resort towns farther […]
Calm Over Fear: Practical Ways to Ease Pregnancy Anxiety
Pregnancy is often described as an exciting and joyful period, but for many women, especially first-time mothers, it can also come with anxiety, worry, and moments of fear. As your body changes and your baby grows, it’s normal to feel overwhelmed by new sensations, medical information, and the responsibility of caring for a new life. […]
Top 3 Dental SEO Agencies in Toronto: dNOVO Group Announced as the Best
After evaluating 15 dental marketing agencies in Toronto, dNOVO Group stands out for its healthcare expertise, documented patient-acquisition results, and comprehensive services, including SEO, PPC, and content marketing. Their dental-specific strategies target treatment keywords and conversions more effectively than generalists. Toronto dentists face intense competition from thousands of practices in the GTA. Over 65% of […]
Daily Steps to Improve Mental Health
Mental health is a topic which has been receiving more and more attention in recent years. And, in truth, it is something which we should all be focusing on in more detail. If you are trying to improve your own mental health, there are plenty of actions which you can take on a daily basis […]
Step Into the Spotlight: The 2025 WWE Wrestling Awards Are Here
World Wrestling Entertainment is kicking off the new year with a major event airing tonight on Netflix, marking one year of Monday Night Raw on the streaming platform. Before we charge into 2026, it’s the perfect moment to look back at the year that was. The energy, the rivalries, the unforgettable moments — they all […]
From ‘1929’ to 2026: What History Teaches Us About Market Euphoria
When Certainty Becomes the Risk Over the holidays, I received Andrew Ross Sorkin’s 1929 as a Christmas gift — and I haven’t been able to put it down. Not because market crashes are inherently fascinating, but because once you’ve lived through a few economic cycles, you start to recognize the pattern. The names change. The […]
Best 3 Places to Find Good Canadian Prop Firms
Proprietary trading has become a practical path for Canadian traders who want to scale capital without depositing large personal funds. As leverage limits tighten under Canadian brokerage rules, prop firms offer an alternative that rewards discipline and consistency rather than account size. Instead of funding an account, traders pay an evaluation fee and trade under […]
