Para Transpo: The never ending battle for a smoother ride — part two

August 11, 2020

In this second part of a two-part series on Para Transpo, I’ll be discussing the fare structure, issues surrounding the use of the Presto card, and other concerns.

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COVID 19: Is food delivery safe?

August 11, 2020

Cooking night after night can turn into a chore but is ordering outside food wise with COVID-19 around? The short answer is "Yes."

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Will upsets continue in NHL’s ‘second’ round?

August 10, 2020

This corner went a true-blue 5-3 in its qualifying round selections, and now we’re set to stumble around blindly in the dark with daring predictions for the next round.

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Free speech and academic freedom in universities: Challenges and a solution

August 10, 2020

Universities are experiencing challenges in maintaining the practices of free speech, open debate and academic freedom

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Album Reviews: Alison Mosshart, Glass Animals, Sweet Whirl

August 10, 2020

In our weekly music column, Owen Maxwell brings you five album reviews

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Canadian Museum of Nature goes virtual

August 7, 2020

The Canadian Museum of Nature has been closed since early spring and while they are not ready to open their doors quite yet, they’ve just made an exciting announcement!

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Compassionate Ottawa supports locals through the process of death and dying

August 7, 2020

Discomfort regarding death can isolate those who are dying, as well as the people caring for them. Compassionate Ottawa helps groups and individual to live well and to process grief and death in a healthy way.

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Family dinner planning made easy

August 7, 2020

Meal kits turned our dinner time routine from drudgery to adventure

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Ottawans should not turn away from Lebanon’s plight

August 7, 2020

The non-profit Lebanese Club of Ottawa has started a GoFundMe with all profits going to the Lebanese Red Cross and to hospitals across the country

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Best of Ottawa: Sports and fitness shops

August 7, 2020

?After over 20-years writing about life in Ottawa, we think we have a pretty good idea of the best of what this city has to offer. Check, share and discuss #OLMBest every week!

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Jointly Building the Belt and Road Initiative and a community with a shared future for mankind

August 6, 2020

Global challenges require the joint efforts of the international community, and no country can cope with it on its own.

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Surveying the playing field

August 6, 2020

The future of events and performance series: Cinqhole, The Art House Café, LIVE! on Elgin

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How to add quality of life for Canada’s older adults? — AVOID frailty

August 6, 2020

Canada holds the unenviable record among developed nations for the highest percentage of COVID-19 deaths occurring in long-term care facilities

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Your teenager and the dating dilemma

August 5, 2020

Our seventh grade daughter has a crush on a classmate and wants to start dating. What advice do you have?

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Huawei Canada’s Next-G Video Contest celebrates up-and-coming video makers

August 5, 2020

As the lockdown began, Huawei Canada invited aspiring video directors to enter a competition and share stories of connection within the virtual reality of COVID-19. 

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Tips for the round the world traveller

August 5, 2020

Here are some useful tips for anyone considering traveling around the world

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How to prepare for the Canadian Citizenship test from home

August 5, 2020

If you have obtained a notice to appear for the citizenship test, it's just another step towards your target. of becoming a Canadian citizen

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NHL gets it right in bright return

August 4, 2020

It’s rare that National Hockey League commissioner Gary Bettman lands any kind of praise from this corner.

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Hobbies every Canadian should try once

August 4, 2020

As Canadians, we often take our great country for granted, but there are so many things to do and discover.

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Allergy problems: 13 must-know tips for how to stop an allergy attack

August 4, 2020

Are you trying to figure out how to stop an allergy attack in its tracks? Read this article to learn more about dealing with allergies. More than fifty million Americans are affected by allergies every year. Allergies vary greatly in their severity and their causes. And even though many people are filled with fear each […]

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Album Reviews: Alanis Morissette, Buscabulla, Midwife

August 3, 2020

Five album reviews including the latest from Ottawa's Alanis Morisette.

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It’s time for brain over brawn in policing

August 3, 2020

As a result of some very disturbing incidents by the RCMP Bill Blair has been tasked with examining the standards and protocols involving police and the use of force.

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Fabulous fibre is good for your gut and your overall health

August 3, 2020

Previously, before we were able to refine foods and process them, fibre was found in nearly everything we ate. 

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5 fun ways to stay active when you’re stuck at home

August 3, 2020

If you’re unable to leave the house for physical activity, here are five fun ways you can stay active while in the comfort of your own home.

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Are colleges still worth your time in the modern day?

August 2, 2020

College used to be something that people never debated. The path in life was simple; you go to high school, go to college, then university and then you found a job.

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