Sip, Smile, Celebrate: What Mom Really Wants This Mother’s Day
Aside from a good night’s sleep, Mom wants a glass of Champagne to celebrate Mother’s Day. If she’s a literary mom, she might enjoy a book, too, especially if she plans to spend the day in bed. The Widow Clicquot is a great read. It traces the career of the determined and talented woman who […]
Syntax Strategic: Ottawa’s Boutique Firm Making a Big Impact on Canada’s Communications Landscape
Fifteen years ago, Jennifer Stewart took a leap of faith, leaving her full-time job to pursue a lifelong ambition—entrepreneurship. What started as JS Communications has since evolved into Syntax Strategic, an Ottawa-based full-service communications firm specializing in media relations, strategic communications, and public affairs. The name Syntax—defined as the arrangement of words and phrases to […]
Gambling Without Guilt: How to Fit It Into Your Monthly Budget Like a Grown-Up
You pay your bills. You save what you can. You work hard. And sometimes, you want to blow off steam with a few hands of blackjack or a late-night slot session. There’s nothing wrong with that—unless it starts nagging at your conscience or draining your wallet. The trick isn’t to quit gambling altogether. It’s learning […]
“I Hate Hamlet” Brings Swordplay, Spectres, and Self-Doubt to the Stage—And It’s a Hit
In Kanata Theatre’s production of I Hate Hamlet, Andrew Rally, a successful television actor fresh from a Hollywood medical sitcom, finds himself swapping the West Coast sun for a summer stint in New York City. His mission? To play the most daunting role in English theatre—Hamlet—with a Shakespeare in the Park troupe. Playwright Paul Rudnick’s […]
Top 10 Sports and Adventure Vacations in Canada
As an avid traveler and adventure enthusiast who has explored every province and territory of Canada, I can confidently say that this country is a true playground for sports lovers and thrill-seekers. From skiing in the Rockies to kayaking with orcas on the Pacific coast, Canada offers an incredible variety of outdoor activities in breathtaking […]
Why Canadians Are Choosing More Flexible Lifestyles
In the last couple of years, a significant shift has occurred in how Canadians approach their daily lives. From remote work arrangements to digital entertainment options, flexibility has become a defining characteristic of modern Canadian living. This trend doesn’t just represent a temporary adjustment but signals a fundamental change in priorities and values across the […]
Not Just Survivors—Builders: A Jewish Canadian’s Letter to Prime Minister Carney
Felicia Hershenhorn is a Jewish Canadian and legal professional who penned and posted an open letter to Prime Minister Mark Carney on her Instagram account following his election victory. She reflects on her family’s immigrant journey, highlighting the profound contributions of Jewish Canadians to the nation’s legal, economic, and cultural landscape. Against the backdrop of […]
The 2025 Preakness Stakes: A Canadian’s Guide to Betting the Second Jewel
The 2025 Preakness Stakes promises high stakes, top-tier competition, and all the excitement of Triple Crown racing. For Canadian bettors, it’s a prime opportunity to get involved in one of the sport’s most thrilling events. With more legal wagering options than ever and plenty of ways to stay connected, betting the Second Jewel of the […]
What to Do While Traveling in Ontario and Alberta: A Balance of Adventure and Relaxation
Traveling through Ontario and Alberta delivers an unmatched blend of adventure, history, culture, and tranquility. From the towering Rockies to world-famous museums, the journey through these two Canadian provinces offers the perfect mix of thrilling outdoor activities and laid-back urban comforts. Whether you are captivated by nature, a fan of cultural treasures, or someone who […]
Gloria! Ottawa Bach Choir Closes Season with a Stunning Celebration of Italian Baroque
Ottawa’s renowned JUNO award-winning Ottawa Bach Choir (OBC) is set to conclude its season with a spectacular celebration of Italian Baroque music. Gloria!, the final concert of the season, takes place on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. at St. Patrick’s Basilica, promising an evening of passion, grandeur, and musical brilliance. This unforgettable performance […]
More Goals Becomes Off-Season Priority For Senators
With the Ottawa Senators now in ‘over-and-out’ mode, thoughts go to the future and where the organization needs to show improvement. After making a jump into the playoffs this year after seven away, it’s attractive to get drawn into the romantic notion that this type of success is now a given. But as the players […]
Red Tape Strangling Canadian Businesses—Is It Time for a Regulatory Reset?
Canadian businesses, especially small enterprises, are drowning in red tape. According to a new report from the Montreal Economic Institute (MEI), excessive regulation has stifled entrepreneurship, slowed GDP growth, and pushed compliance costs to unsustainable levels. Regulatory expansion is not a new problem. Between 2006 and 2021, federal regulatory requirements ballooned by 37 percent, rising […]
Future DJs and Hosts Wanted—CKCU Radio Camp for Kids
When you think “summer camp,” you might picture sweaty sports fields or lazy afternoons by the lake. Now imagine adding a microphone, a mixing board, and your very own live radio show to the mix. For over 20 years, CKCU 93.1 FM — Ottawa’s original campus-based community radio station at Carleton University — has been […]
OC Transpo Offers Free Transit Weekend to Showcase Revamped Network
Ottawa residents can explore the city for free this weekend as OC Transpo rolls out a Free Service Weekend on Saturday, May 3 and Sunday, May 4. The initiative is part of an effort to introduce the public to the redesigned New Ways to Bus transit network and expanded O-Train service on Lines 1, 2, […]
Album Reviews: Sunflower Bean, Tennis, Viagra Boys
Tennis – Face Down in the Garden Denver, CO As their current swansong record, Tennis are leaving us with little time and just this last album to process all our emotions about them. Though there’s a little extra variety that comes out of them having to make all their final statements as a project, Tennis […]
Leafs Continue to Wilt in Elimination Chances
The Toronto Maple Leafs – ‘from stranglehold to strangled?’ Pretty graphic image but let’s see if it holds. “Anytime you lose one or two (games), the pressure is on,” offered up Ottawa forward Dylan Cozens after the Senators turned the tables on this series with a 4-0 win Tuesday night in Toronto. The victory brings […]
MuchBetter expands its contactless payment rings that are ideal for travellers
The pioneer of wearable payments technology, MuchBetter, has enhanced its range of wearables with a new line of rings that can be used for contactless payments. The firm has released two new colour palettes for its innovative contactless Mastercard payment rings, now available in glossy white or black. These fresh additions to the range build […]
A New Era of Entertainment and Economics: Exploring Canada’s Shifting Digital Culture
The Convergence of Leisure and Lifestyle in the Digital Age Canada’s urban culture is rapidly evolving, shaped by the integration of technology into nearly every facet of our daily routines—from how we work and shop to how we unwind and entertain ourselves. Nowhere is this shift more visible than in Ottawa, where tradition meets innovation, […]
How Online Platforms Are Shaping Canadian Nightlife
We live in a connected world, with an increasingly wide range of services being offered online. Games, videos, TV, and a host of other services can be downloaded or even streamed and enjoyed live online. We can also communicate more freely and easily with one another via messaging, chat, and other apps. More recently, innovations […]
Walk It, Roll It, Raise It! Join the Movement This June for Muscular Dystrophy Canada
The Ottawa Walk & Roll for Muscular Dystrophy Canada is a meaningful and fully accessible community event that raises vital funds to support individuals and families affected by neuromuscular disorders. On June 8, 2025, this event invites people of all ages and abilities to gather in solidarity, helping to fund research and provide critical services […]
From Podcast to Movement: How ‘The Honest Talk’ is Empowering Women
It all began with a need to have honest, authentic, engaging conversations between female professionals juggling demanding careers alongside their personal lives. This safe space where women could feel empowered and inspired through shared experiences, without fear of judgement or stigmatization, resulted in the launch of The Honest Talk podcast in 2020. “So many women […]
Raise a Glass to Spring: Five Wines to Welcome Barbeque Season
Spring has finally sprung, and nobody appreciates this season more than those of us in Ottawa! We’re ready to get out the barbeque and kick off the season of leisurely outdoor meals. Whether you’re grilling on your patio at home or relaxing on the cottage deck, nothing says spring is here like that first outdoor […]
Boost Value, Enhance Living: A Guide to Smart Home Improvements
Increase Property Value and Enjoyment through Intelligent Home Enhancements With each passing day, the quest to improve one’s living conditions and raise the market value of one’s real estate grows stronger and stronger as such a quest is limited only by the horizon these homeowners are able to see. Intelligent home developments achieve convergence of […]
NHL Playoffs 2025: Teams to Watch and Predictions
The 2025 NHL Playoffs are upon us, and hockey fans are buzzing with excitement. The race for the Stanley Cup, the most coveted prize in professional hockey, is about to begin. Who will emerge victorious? Key Takeaways • Top Contenders: Colorado Avalanche, Tampa Bay Lightning, Florida Panthers, Dallas Stars, Vegas Golden Knights. • Underdog […]
How Casino Promotions Are Becoming More Player-Centric
Gone are the days when online casinos relied on one-size-fits-all welcome bonuses to attract new users. Today’s players are more informed, discerning, and digitally fluent—and operators are responding by crafting offers that reflect this evolution in expectations and behavior. Promotions are no longer just attention-grabbing hooks. They are part of a wider shift toward creating […]
