BEST OF OTTAWA 2019: Bakeries
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!
Advantages of renting a boat over owning one
When you visit Puerto Rico make sure to explore the awesome waters surrounding the island country by boat!
Pretty damn crazy!
The story of one mother's exhausting effort to get treatment for her adult child with mental illness despite a system that insists those with brain disorders seek help completely independently
This minority government can take a visionary stance on citizenship and statelessness
Despite the challenges a minority government brings to policy-making, now is the time for all parties to consider a visionary step in our citizenship law to lead the world in tackling the issue of statelessness
Are Netflix films the dark horse best picture bets of the future?
Netflix has at least three films coming out this year which seem poised to be potential critic and crowd-pleasers.
Alexandria Maillot gets collaborative
Meet Alexandria Maillot ahead of her November 13, 2019 appearance at Live on Elgin.
Over a dozen urban musicians are hitting Ottawa this week for CRANIUM!
R&B, hip-hop and rap artists hit the capital for CRANIUM — the festival of urban music!
Joe Foster’s cardboard
The raw beauty of artist Joe Foster's portraits — capturing an imperfect world.
John THE Plumber Ottawa Is now offering HVAC Services!
John THE Plumber who has been serving residential and commercial clients in Ottawa for 15 years, now offers HVAC — 24/7 Emergency services continue to be available too!
Album Reviews for November 11, 2019
Five new albums for listening, including the bizarre acoustics of a fun Ottawa band.
Remembering Canadians from all conflicts
We have a duty every November 11th not to just to remember our veterans from the two major wars from our history but from all conflicts.
How technology makes it easier to catch a cheating spouse
If you are morally bound from cheating or are likely to fall for tempting opportunities, you should keep in mind that modern technology can has made it easier for you to get caught.
Early returns favouring most Canadian NHL teams
As the league approaches the 20-game mark, we take a look at Canada's seven teams.
Craig Stickland doesn’t waste a minute
Craig Stickland is surprisingly creative . . . He made his own van, has acted, modeled, and even created furnitur!
The opportunities and the tensions in the Canada-China relationship
Ottawa Life Magazine Publisher & Managing Editor Dan Donovan sat down for an exclusive and wide-ranging interview with the new Chinese Ambassador to Canada, Cong Peiwu at the Chinese Embassy in Ottawa.
Nick Sherman Shows What He’s Made Of
Head to Queen St. Fare to see Nick Sherman live!
What to do with the West?
We have a four-step plan the Prime Minister can use to show Westerners that he’s the leader of all of Canada.
BEST OF OTTAWA 2019: Festivals
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!
Montreal’s Domeno talks hit single, the future of Quebec music, and more
Domeno is a Montreal based DJ and producer who hit it big this past year.
Nayana Kathleen takes home coveted prizes at ONE Artist Competition!
Season one of the ONE Artist competition is
The questions you need to ask before moving into a senior apartment in Ottawa
Six questions to ask when choosing a retirement home in Ottawa
Birds of Bellwoods Really Rock the Rink
We speak with Stephen Joffe from the Toronto based alt-rock band Birds of Bellwoods ahead of their gig at TD Place that sees them sharing the ice with some of the world's best skaters.
“Girls in Sports ” scores as a great opportunity for young girls
Nepean High School's CORE Leadership program does lots of things for Nepean High School. One of the many things that they’re doing is a new program, “Girls in Sports”!
Dylan Perkons Escapes to Heal
We talk to singer-songwriter Dylan Perkons ahead of his Thursday, November 7 show at Pressed.
The 3P Approach to Governance: The How-To Book on Improving Decision-Making in the Public Sector
Fix your public sector governance problem in a few easy steps with this 'how-to' guide!
