Arts & Events

Canadian Culinary Championships Kick Off in Ottawa with Wine, Food, and Fierce Competition

The Canadian Culinary Championships kicked off in style on Thursday, January 29, with the Winners...

By: Karen Temple

Harlem Globetrotters’ 100th Anniversary Tour Hits Ottawa’s Canadian Tire Centre

Say the word Harlem Globetrotters, and almost everyone will know who they are. Renowned for...

By: Tom Middleton

Jesse Reynolds Unpacks Love, Chaos and a Gay Throuple in His New Memoir ‘Forbidden Fruit & Camo Boots’

Whether you first came to know Jesse Reynolds on Ottawa radio station JUMP! 106 or...

By: OLM Staff

Stofa Owner Jason Sawision Represents Ottawa at the 2026 Canadian Culinary Championships

Jason Sawision is not only a chef and restaurant owner—if all goes well, he may...

By: Karen Temple

My Ottawa

Federal Executives Took $201 Million in Bonuses While Canada’s Poorest Seniors Lose Half Their Income: A System Rewarding Itself While Penalizing the Vulnerable

Canada’s federal bureaucracy paid itself $201 million in bonuses last year, even though government departments...

By: Dan Donovan

Days That Should Rend Our Souls Asunder: Why January Demands Remembrance and Moral Courage

Every year, as we close out January, we would do well to take a step...

By: Beryl P. Wajsman

Canada Isn’t Getting Older — It’s Getting Stuck: Why Aliveness Is the Cure for a Tired Nation

A line has been circulating online lately, provoking equal parts irritation, reflection, and curiosity. It...

By: Brian Crombie

Men and Loneliness: The Quiet Crisis Behind the Anger

We talk endlessly about men today — masculinity, “toxic masculinity,” polarization, incels, resentment, the rise...

By: Brian Crombie

Politics

Poilievre’s Speech: Preparing Canada in a Harder World

Pierre Poilievre’s speech at the 2026 Conservative Party National Convention did what it needed to...

By: Bryan Brulotte

High-Speed Rail Can Transform Canada If We Stop Pretending We Don’t Know How to Build It

For more than half a century, Canada has debated high-speed rail as though it were...

By: Brian Crombie

The Hidden Tax on Canada’s Poorest Seniors: New Report Warns Working Elders Lose Up to 50% of Their Income

A new report from the Montreal Economic Institute (MEI) is drawing attention to a problem...

By: Dan Donovan

Canada’s China Reset: A Return to Pragmatic Self-Interest

By Wen Ying Prime Minister Mark Carney’s visit to China was a necessary and pragmatic...

By: Ottawalife Contributor

Sports

Endy Signs On with the Ottawa 67’s, Proving Great Hockey Starts with Great Sleep

When you talk about hockey in Ottawa, you’re talking about more than a sport. You’re...

By: OLM Staff

Eight Ottawa Charge players and coach MacLeod headed to Winter Olympics

No matter how many times a player has participated, the thrill of representing their country...

By: Neil Becker

To Pack, Or Unpack: That is the Question

Canadian Eastern Conference teams collectively have officially entered the Big Decision era as far as...

By: Dave Gross

WWE Star Bayley on Why Live Shows Have “Such a Great Atmosphere”

The WWE returns to Montreal and Toronto this weekend. From experience, I know a lot...

By: Keith Whittier

Food & Wine

Discover Ontario’s Fabulous Icewines

Due to an extraordinary combination of climate, location and savoir faire, Ontario has become world...

By: Jane Staples

Magical Terroir of Alsace: Exploring Three Opulent White Wines That Showcase the Region’s Unique Soils

The iconic white wines of Alsace are famous for their pure aromas, freshness and their...

By: Jane Staples

Christmas Cheer: Five Wines That Make Exceptional Gifts

Just in time for the festive season, I have curated a list of mouthwatering wines...

By: Jane Staples

Beyond Malbec – An Exclusive Wine Tasting From the Embassy of Argentina Cellars

Malbec wines are loved and well-known, but there are several other equally fine Argentine wines...

By: Jane Staples

Reviews

Album Reviews: Tame Impala, The Last Dinner Party, Lily Allen

Tame Impala – Deadbeat Perth, Australia Going from psych-rock revival to a god of the...

By: Owen Maxwell

Top 10 Albums of 2025: The Year’s Best New Music You Need to Hear

David Byrne – Who Is the Sky? Dumbarton, Scotland/New York City Landing somewhere sonically between...

By: Owen Maxwell

2026 OLA Movie Awards: Keith Whittier’s Fun Look at the Year in Film

Back in July, I shared my favourite films of 2025 so far — a mix...

By: Keith Whittier

Album Reviews: Soulwax, Thee Soreheads, Melody’s Echo Chamber

Soulwax – All Systems Are Lying Ghent, Belgium Between their DJ work and remixes and...

By: Owen Maxwell

Travel

Transported Back in Time to Another World, in Just Under Four Minutes

In about four minutes, I was transported to another world! I barely had time to...

By: Bruce Sach

Guadeloupe Uncovered: The French Caribbean’s Best-Kept Secret

It may share a name that echoes Guadalajara or Guatemala, but the Guadeloupe Islands are...

By: Madi Donovan

Tampa Uncovered: Paddleboarding, Culinary Hotspots, and the Best of Florida’s Most Desirable City

Tampa has always been a city shaped by water and wanderers. It sits on the...

By: Dan Donovan

Finding Chiang Mai’s Soul on the Samoeng Loop

My family and I woke to the rattle of the tin roof outside our house...

By: Analise Saavedra

Business

How Ottawa’s Mortgage Brokers Help You Buy, Refinance, and Invest with Confidence

Buying a home or refinancing in Ottawa can feel overwhelming. From comparing rates to understanding...

By: Ottawalife Contributor

Ottawa’s Furniture & Decor Scene: Where Craft, Character, and Timeless Design Meet

Ottawa’s design identity is often understated, but look closer and you’ll find a furniture and...

By: Ottawalife Contributor

Welcome to 2026: Navigating Opportunity with Prudence and Purpose

By Adam Prittie As 2026 begins, investors are entering the year with a familiar mix...

By: Ottawalife Contributor

Navigating Ottawa’s Mortgage Market: How Local Brokers Make Home Financing Easier

Buying a home or investing in property can be exciting, but also intimidating. From comparing...

By: Ottawalife Contributor

Best Picks

Bruno Marc MaxFlex MotionHigh Men’s Chelsea Boots 

Looking for an everyday boot that’s equal parts polished and practical? Bruno Marc’s Sleek Men...

By: OLM Staff

Dream Pairs DALLAS Knee-High Boots

Looking for the boots everyone will be talking about this season? Meet the Dream Pairs...

By: OLM Staff

The Ultimate Holiday Gift for Food Lovers

Searching for a standout gift? The Canadian Culinary Championship—January 30–31, 2026—is the perfect pick for any...

By: OLM Staff

A Capital Mystery: Ottawa’s Shadows Come Alive in New Anthology

Ottawa’s quiet streets and storied past are about to get a thrilling twist. A Capital...

By: OLM Staff

Health

The Best High-Protein, Low-Cost Pantry Staple: Why You Should Eat More Legumes

As food prices continue to rise and health challenges persist for many of us, it’s...

By: Susan Alsembach

Canadians Rethink Wellness on International Self-Care Day

July 24 isn’t just another summer date—it’s International Self-Care Day, a global reminder that taking...

By: OLM Staff

Protecting Your Eyes: Insights from the Canadian Ophthalmological Society

A recent survey by the Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS) found that more than half of...

By: OLM Staff

Health on Hold: Over Half of Canadian Women Say the System Is Failing Them

A recent national survey reveals a growing crisis in women’s health care in Canada, exposing...

By: Karen Temple

Good reads

Casino Revenue Continues to Support Local Budgets Across Ontario 

Casino gaming continued to generate significant funding for local governments across Ontario during the third...

By: Allen Brown

How Sports Betting Data Is Quietly Influencing NHL Coverage In Canada

On a typical NHL night in Canada, the game itself still sits at the centre...

By: Allen Brown

Why Ottawa Sits at the Centre of Canada’s Best Casino Scene

While online casinos continue to grow in popularity, they still can’t replace the energy of...

By: Allen Brown

Why Hockey Is Almost a Religion in Canada

Hockey holds a position in Canada that extends far beyond recreation. People organize their time...

By: Allen Brown