Dreaming of the ultimate white Christmas destination?
We've assembled a list of some Southern French towns that celebrate the festive season in unique and beautiful ways.
The National Memorial for Peace and Justice: A milepost on the road to redemption and reconciliation with the past
In what seems like an experience from an idyllic era, my wife and I recently drove from Gulf Shores, Alabama to Atlanta, Georgia through Monroeville, to Selma and along the National Historic Trail to the Alabama state capital of Montgomery.
6 Surprising ways that gut issues may affect your health
Did you know that the gut can have a hugely far-reaching impact on your health? Your gut can affect everything from energy, skin and even your mood.
What I learned from the COVID-19 response in Sweden
The Swedish government is banking that a culture of trust among citizens, and between citizens and the government, will be enough to contain the coronavirus.
Movie Review: The Hunt
If you didn't catch it in the cinema, The Hunt is available on iTunes, Google Play, and at the Cineplex Store. Just make sure the kids are in bed before you start watching!
Heart to heart with Adele: When your teenager wants an abortion
Our teenage daughter decided to check out our capacity for dealing with stress, by engaging in unprotected sex!
“What we do today will define tomorrow”
After every cataclysmic event one tends to think that the world will never be the same. This time it is true that in certain ways the world must change. . .
The best ways to spend time at home
If you’re stuck spending lots of time at home, it can get a little stale after a while. We’re constantly looking for new ways to stay entertained while at home. . .
Album Reviews – Anna Burch, House in the Fall and more
Five new album reviews to kick off your week including releases from Ottawa bands, House in the Fall and Public Service Announcement.
Ottawa’s Tom Green performs Isolation
Ottawa comedian Tom Green isn't letting COVID-19 slow him. His latest endeavour, a song to fit the mood of the world at the moment, was featured last night on his Instagram
WrestleMania 36
WrestleMania 36 was broadcast live with no fans from the WWE Performance Centre in Orlando, Florida. Here's our review!
How upgrading your payments technology can provide your customers with a better experience
If you are considering whether or not you should upgrade your payments technology, the answer is probably yes.
Back to the Future: Ontario education now and then
Back to the Future gave me food for thought, when I reflected on the current delivery of Ontario elementary school education.
A work in progress?
Upon reflection, maybe we should have called her Darcy Tucker, or maybe Ken Linesman or even Sean Avery.
What Will be the COVID19 Impact on the Ottawa Residential Real Estate Market?
COVID-19 is having mixed impacts on the Ottawa real estate market, making it hard to say whether the market will suffer or not due to the pandemic.
The National Theatre School of Canada’s launches Art Apart
$60,000 worth of grants to help support emerging artists struggling through Covid-19
Nordgreen’s exceptional vintage-looking watches are timeless
Setting your sights on an antique or vintage watch could run you into the thousands of dollars. On the other hand, you can invest in vintage-looking watches at a more reasonable price.
Councillor Shawn Menard launches COVID-19 financial guide
Link to user guide of financial support and other programs being offered by all levels of government.
BEST OF OTTAWA 2020: Parks, Beaches & Trails
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!
Elliott Smith receives National Comedy Hall of Fame Museum award
Ottawa Comedy Magician Elliott Smith was recently honoured by the National Comedy Hall of Fame Museum in Holiday, Florida.
How to save money on car insurance during COVID-19 pandemic
Here are a few ways to save money on car insurance during COVID-19 crisis. . .
Making fast and secure money transfers to Canada
Sending money needn’t be too much of a bother these days. There are any number of online international money transfer companies that let you remit money abroad instantly.
Using the Emergencies Act to ramp up testing and track COVID-19
The Prime Minister is called upon almost daily to explain why the federal government has not invoked the Emergency Act.
Boosting your children’s immunity
More than ever before, it is important that we really start to look after ourselves, not just by staying home but by improving what we eat.
Get the Government of Canada Covid-19 app now!
The app can be downloaded from the App Store or Google Play and a web version is also available for those who do not have access to a smartphone.
