Ottawa’s Lisa‑Gay Tremblay Returns Home with ‘Unretired’, a Comedy Comeback That Redefines Life at 67
A beloved Ottawa comedian celebrates her new album and a career reborn, proving that creativity...
Arts & Events
The Beaverbrook’s Fall From Grace: When a Great Gallery Forgets What Greatness Requires
A gallery that built its reputation on substance just traded it for a headline The...
Hank Azaria on the Voices That Shaped Him — and His Bluesfest Debut
After a career of laughs voicing some of the most iconic characters in TV history...
From Tradition to Technology: Claude Latour’s ‘Makwa’s Blessings’ Opens in Ottawa
An Algonquin from the Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg First Nation, Claude Latour’s bloodline is tied to...
My Ottawa
In Defence of Fathers — The Men Who Quietly Hold Us Up
Father’s Day has come and gone once again. Like many fathers, I spent part of...
The Most Important AI Debate Isn’t About Tech — It’s About Us
Over the past several months on The Brian Crombie Hour, I’ve had conversations with cybersecurity...
How an Ottawa Teacher’s Colourful Socks and Kindness Sparked a Worldwide Support Network
It began nine years ago as an outpouring of support and encouragement to help Ottawa...
The Universities: Myths, Mistakes, and Failures to Adapt
Our universities are in serious trouble, and, regrettably, there are multiple causes of that trouble....
Politics
Happy 250th Birthday America: Why Canada’s Future Still Rises and Falls With Its Greatest Friend
This weekend, on July 4, the United States of America celebrates its 250th birthday. For...
Why 24 Sussex Matters: The Future of Canada’s Official Prime Minister’s Residence
For more than a decade, Canada has allowed the official residence of its prime minister...
Institute for Public Affairs Montreal Gathering Sends a National Message in the Fight Against Antisemitism
A landmark gathering in Montreal last week brought together political, civic, and cultural leaders to...
Vietnam’s Next-Generation Financial Gateway to Asia
Why the Vietnam International Financial Centre is emerging as a strategic opportunity for first movers...
Sports
Canadian Destinations? Forget-About-It
Who truly wants to play in Ottawa? Or Winnipeg? Calgary . . . Edmonton ....
Tkachuk Checks Out
Unreal. Unbelievable. Remarkably true. Brady Tkachuk is no longer an Ottawa Senator. Strolling along through...
Hockey Rolls on with Intriguing Offseason
In football parlance, it’s time to ‘move the chains.’ With the Carolina Hurricanes galloping for...
Off-Season Agendas Fill Up for Sens, Leafs and Habs
Every NHL team looks to buff up its roster during the long and hot days...
Food & Wine
From the Embassy Cellars – Exploring Demerara Rum of Guyana
“From the Embassy Cellars” is a series of masterclasses offered by Tim Ouellette and Brittany...
Welcome Spring with Wines from the Grange of Prince Edward
Prince Edward County is close enough to provide an ideal weekend getaway or a leisurely...
Lafontaine du Loup — A Sparkling Wine With a Legend
Lafontaine du Loup Brut is an exquisite sparkling wine from the Grange of Prince Edward...
Taste the Essence of the Mountains in Italy’s Wines of Alto Adige
The “Mountain Wines” of Alto Adige are produced in an alpine terroir, which has developed...
Reviews
Album Reviews: Dagny, Widowspeak, Kehlani
Dagny – Dancefloor Erotica Tromsø, Norway Riding the line between extremely catchy pop and carving...
‘Jackass: Best and Last’ Review: Pain, Chaos, and a Wild Farewell
Synopsis: Follows the Jackass crew as they perform their final series of dangerous stunts and...
Supergirl Soars… But Can She Beat Superhero Burnout?
Synopsis: Kara Zor-El, aka Supergirl, joins forces with an unlikely companion on an interstellar journey...
Album Reviews: Jalen Ngonda, Tierra Whack, Pond
Jalen Ngonda – Doctrine of Love Wheaton, MD/England Bringing the feel of retro soul while...
Travel
Step Into the Past: Discover Jamestown, Williamsburg and Yorktown in Colonial Virginia
Long before there was the United States, there was Jamestown, Virginia. Originally established as a...
Virginia VA250 Guide: Mount Vernon, Museums, and the Best Ways to Celebrate the 250th
Whether you’re a nature lover, beach lover, museum lover, foodie, or even a budget-conscious traveller,...
Discovering San Antonio: Texas Flavour, River Walk Nights, and the Spirit of the Alamo
San Antonio is not a city that hides its history. From the limestone walls of...
Why Alabama Deserves a Spot on Your Travel Map
Alabama is a destination that surprises in the best way. Its moss‑draped waterways, soulful soundtrack,...
Business
Innovation Is Multiplication. Canada Keeps Doing Addition.
By Qi Wu, senior advisor on strategy and innovation Of the patents produced at Toronto’s...
What Are Western Incubators Incubating? China is Building Companies, Canada is Hosting Wellness Workshops
By Chris Pereira Walk into a “startup incubator” at a major Canadian university and take...
How CFT Group Turns Ottawa’s Scrap Metal Into Something Useful for Everyone
Most Ottawans interact with the metal recycling industry without ever thinking about where their discarded...
Why Stagflation Is Forcing Canadians to Rethink Homeownership
By France Lépine, Owner, Master Builder, Lépine Apartments Stagflation is one of the most difficult...
Health
How to Achieve a Healthy Pregnancy: Expert Guidance from an Ottawa OBGYN
Dr. Marina Straszak-Suri, an Ottawa-based OBGYN who has spent 35 years helping women and couples...
Why Family Conflict Feels Bigger Than It Should
Most family conflict isn’t really about the moment itself; it’s about what that moment brings...
What Really Happens When We Step Outside Our Comfort Zone — Especially with Food
Recently, I had the privilege of speaking at a Vida Mexico conference in honour of International Women’s...
The Real Reason Your Old Eating Habits Aren’t Working Anymore
Many people go through life eating much the same way year after year, and I...
Best Picks
Cozey at the Cottage-Why Cozey’s Outdoor Furniture Feels Made for Cottage Life
There is a particular rhythm to opening the cottage each year. You arrive with a...
Why Schick Belongs in Your Summer Get-Ready Routine
Summer has a way of making every plan feel a little more skin-forward. Patio nights,...
‘Finding Grace’: Rocco Rossi’s Camino‑Inspired Novel Walks Straight Into the Heart of the Journey
In Finding Grace: A Camino de Santiago Story, Canadian author, entrepreneur, and long‑distance pilgrim Rocco...
Cozey’s Mistral Outdoor Dining Set Brings a Contemporary Look to Canadian Backyards in 2026
When summer arrives in Ottawa, people begin to reclaim their outdoor spaces. Patios become dining...
Good reads
Aging in Place in Ottawa: What Families Need to Know
If you’ve ever watched your dad hesitate at the top of the stairs or noticed...
How Early Results Are Shaping World Cup Soccer Odds
Early World Cup results rarely stay contained to the scoreboard. Once the group stage ends...
Online Entertainment Platforms Canadians Are Talking About
The digital scene across Canada has changed quite a bit over the last few years....
Prediction Markets Go Mainstream in Canada
Wealthsimple just received regulatory approval to offer prediction market trading to its four million Canadian...