Amanda Jordan Spreads Her Wings
Get to know Smiths Falls native Amanda Jordan ahead of her performance Saturday, October 19, at Avant-Garde Bar
BEST OF OTTAWA 2019: Cafés & Coffee Shops
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. In this weekly series, we’ll share our picks with you — our top hotels, live music venues, local brews, bands and more. Check, share and discuss #OLMBest every week!
Support the Survivors of Hurricane Dorian with WCPD’s Fundraiser, in collaboration with the Bahamas High Commission
On Monday October 28, join the High Commission of the Bahamas in Ottawa and Wealth Creation Preservation and Donation Inc (WCPD) as they raise funds for NEMA and the Bahamas Red Cross
There is no place quite like Green Bay
When you hear Green Bay, your thought likely turn to football but did you know that the team is also business owned by whole town who support it with wild enthusiasm
The boundless creativity of Laurent Bourque
Owen Maxwell caught up with Laurent Bourque ahead of his Friday, October 18, show at Ottawa's NAC.
Correct Me If I’m Wrong — False claims about immigration
Ottawa Life Magazine Publisher and Managing Editor Dan Donovan provides commentary on some of the big issues of the day with a witty and at times sarcastic look at our political masters and their zany ideas. In the series' second episode, he looks at false claims about immigration and the difference between an immigrant and a refugee.
Michelle Obama Inspires the Nation’s Capital
Former American First Lady, Michelle Obama was in Ottawa to help promote her book ‘Becoming’.
5 movie reviews for your weekend watching
Our movie reviewer has you primed for the weekend with a bevy of movies to beat your fall yard work blues!
Turning Parliament Inside Out • Practical Ideas for Reforming Canada’s Democracy
A cross-partisan group of politicians propose their ideas on achievable parliamentary reform
Tips for planning a vacation in Australia
Consider visiting the continent/country of Australia.
5 ways to optimize your workouts
How you handle yourself before, during and after every workout session is crucial.
Senator offence nothing to get Wild over
The Senators head out west this week to face Vegas and then Arizona with a record of seventeen power play opportunities and zero goals.
Cancer drugs costly for many Canadians, free for others
Canadians suffering from cancer should have access to the same drugs irrespective of the province they reside in
Album Reviews for Monday October 14, 2019
This Thanksgiving Monday, sit back and digest to a sampling of new tracks served up by five artist including Ottawa's Chris Bush.
Movie Review: El Camino
If you liked Breaking Bad, Keith Whittier explains why you have to see El Camino
Help protect Ottawa’s landscape with Rideau Valley Conservation Foundation
From maintaining trails to protecting conservation lands including our watershed, the Rideau Valley Conservation Foundation has been working for fifty years. With their Conservation 2020 fundraising campaign, they are looking for your support.
Not all lives are valued equally
When it comes to assisted death, there is a significant risk that Canadians are being told that life with disability is a life worse than death
BEST OF OTTAWA 2019: Bands & Musicians
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. In this weekly series, we’ll share our picks with you – our top hotels, live music venues, local brews, bands and more. Check, share and discuss #OLMBest every week!
Are You The ONE? Ontario’s New Emerging Artist Competition Launches
Open to all musical artist in Ontario, the debut season of The ONE Artist launches October 17, 2019. The Ottawa-based competition has a handsome prize package for the winning act!
The Golden Girls of Barrhaven: Making the Move
The Golden Girls journey continues as they take possession and move into their newly-rented Barrhaven home.
The Great War Sextet: Canadian War Poetry with Trombone & Strings
Mark the 101 anniversary of the end of WWI by attending an acclaimed ensemble of classical performers setting new music to the poetry of Canadian soldiers.
Fluxtime: Enriched Bread Artists’ annual open studio
Support local art and artist by attending the 27th annual open studios at Enriched Bread Artists
Top 5 online education Websites for students
If you are a student, you know how much sometimes some assistance is needed. So, we have collected the best online educational resources that can be of some real help.
When the Montreal Road was Eastview’s main street
Montreal Road was once an authentic main street of a real community whose identity was that of a town
The best and the worst from last night’s debate
Last night Canadian’s had the chance to hear the leaders butt heads over many contentious issues. Here is Ottawa Life Magazine’s best and worst from last night’s debate.
