Top 6 Photo Spots in Singapore: A Photographer’s Guide to Capturing the City’s Soul Travel
After nine months of pining and patience, I managed to convince my grandpa to give me his luxury film camera from 1985: The Minolta Maxxum 7000. He kindly gave me the camera at the perfect time, a month before my trip to Singapore. The only problem? I wasn’t entirely sure how to use it. Luckily, […]
Arnprior’s Connor Clattenburg Focused on Recovery After Storybook NHL Debut
Connor Clattenburg’s NHL dream arrived quickly—and ended far too soon this season—but the story of the Arnprior native is far from over. The 20-year-old Edmonton Oilers forward is now focused on recovering from a serious eye injury that has sidelined him for the remainder of the season, an abrupt pause in what had been a […]
Alberta’s Rising Cabinet Voice: Minister Eleanor Olszewski on a New Federal–Provincial Partnership
When Eleanor Angela Olszewski won Edmonton Centre last March under the Carney banner, she arrived in Ottawa as one of the most closely watched new MPs in the Prairies. A lawyer and former business executive with deep roots in Alberta’s civic and professional communities, she was quickly elevated to cabinet as Minister of Emergency Management […]
Renting in Ottawa? Here’s Why Tenant Insurance Is More Important Than You Think
If you’re renting in Ottawa, you might assume your landlord’s insurance covers everything. This common misconception leaves thousands of tenants vulnerable to significant financial losses. With Ottawa’s rental market experiencing rapid growth, protecting your belongings and financial security has never been more critical. Tenant insurance provides essential coverage that your landlord’s policy simply doesn’t include. […]
Men and Loneliness: The Quiet Crisis Behind the Anger
We talk endlessly about men today — masculinity, “toxic masculinity,” polarization, incels, resentment, the rise of the “manosphere.” But beneath the culture‑war noise lies a quieter, more human truth: A lot of men are lonely. Not the casual kind. The deep, identity‑shifting kind that corrodes health, relationships, and purpose. The kind that turns inward as […]
Ybor City, Tampa: A Historic Hub of Culture, Cuisine, and Cigars
Rolling Time: Inside Tampa’s JC Newman Cigar Company, America’s Last Great Handmade Cigar Factory Ybor City is one of Florida’s most distinctive neighbourhoods, a place where history isn’t simply preserved—it’s lived. Just northeast of downtown Tampa, this former cigar‑making capital blends Cuban, Spanish, and Italian influences into a vibrant cultural district that feels unlike anywhere […]
Senators hot-and-cold season has followers scratching their heads
Here’s a certainty in rabid fandom – your team drops a couple of games in a row, and you’ll be eyeing a plunge into the deep end even though you can’t swim. It’s all over! (Before we go any further you should know that we don’t have that issue as New York Giant fanatics; we […]
Newentor Mattress – Your Best Sleep Solution in 2026
In today’s fast-paced world, getting a good night’s sleep has become increasingly difficult. Between school, work, social obligations, and endless digital distractions, it’s easy to feel like sleep is an afterthought. However, the importance of rest cannot be overstated, especially for your physical health and mental well-being. If you’re looking for a way to upgrade […]
Everything You Need to Know About Live Casino Games
The evolution of online gambling has seen a significant shift with the advent of live casino games, which combine the digital convenience of online platforms with the immersive realism of physical casinos. Using advanced streaming technology, real-time interaction with professional dealers, and integrated RNG verification for fairness, live casino platforms provide players with highly sophisticated […]
Christmas delivers logjam in NHL standings
Stop me if you’ve heard this before – the National Hockey League’s Eastern Conference is producing the tightest standings race in memory (and mine goes back a long way). It is – quite simply – remarkable. By the numbers, then: In first spot in the conference sit the Carolina Hurricanes with 47 points. Drop down […]
The Gift of Certainty: Writing a Will Made Easy & Why Every Family Should Act Now
When Sarah’s father died unexpectedly last winter, her family assumed his modest estate would be simple to settle. Instead, they found themselves navigating months of probate hearings, legal fees, and confusion over who should manage his affairs. With no Will in place, Ontario’s intestacy laws dictated how his assets were divided — a rigid formula […]
The Role of Coffee in Customer Experience for Restaurants and Cafés
In today’s competitive food service landscape, serving high-quality coffee has become essential for enhancing the customer experience in restaurants and cafés. More than just a beverage, coffee helps create memorable moments, encourages customer retention, and boosts overall satisfaction. Investing in the right coffee machines for restaurants not only improves efficiency but also ensures consistent taste and presentation—crucial […]
The Evolution of Online Gambling in Ottawa Is Showing Fascinating Signs
There are few cities that have experienced as much change in the online gambling scene as Ottawa. As the capital, you know that most of the changes happen here. It’s where parliament sits in the country and therefore, where legislations change, particularly pertaining to laws around online gambling. But as the country becomes more lax […]
Why Letting Go of Perfection Might Be the Real Gift
Christmas arrives each year carrying a promise of peace. But for many people, it now arrives tangled in expectations, exhaustion, and quiet pressure. Somewhere along the way, we turned Christmas into a performance. Perfect meals. Perfect gifts. Perfect families. Perfect moods. A holiday meant to slow us down has become one more thing to manage. […]
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 Chelsea Boots take the classic silhouette you love and upgrade it with sneaker-level comfort. A flexible outsole with deep grooves moves naturally with your stride to minimize fatigue, while the lightweight MD sole and durable rubber patches deliver steady traction […]
Dream Pairs DALLAS Knee-High Boots
Looking for the boots everyone will be talking about this season? Meet the Dream Pairs DALLAS Knee-High Boots—a perfect mix of western charm and modern polish. The 3-inch stacked heel gives your legs a flattering lift, while the cushioned insole and durable rubber outsole keep every step comfortable and confident. Crafted in suede-like stretch fabric […]
Bondi Beach Was a Warning. Canada Is Not Immune.
The terrorist attack at Bondi Beach in Australia shocked a society that, like Canada, views itself as orderly, tolerant, and fundamentally safe. The attack did not occur in a vacuum. It specifically targeted Jewish people, and acknowledging that reality is essential to understanding the nature of the threat. The natural reaction is to see such […]
‘Hansel and Gretel Go West’ Review: Ottawa’s Must-See Christmas Pantomime
Christmas Joy, Ottawa-Style, Served with a Big “Yee-Haw!” Whoever said Ottawa is boring clearly hasn’t discovered Ottawa Musicals’ Christmas pantomime. Hansel and Gretel Go West, now on stage at the Great Canadian Theatre Company until January 4, takes the familiar fairytale and gleefully tosses it into the hayloft. The result is a rollicking, laugh-out-loud family […]
Jeddah’s Emerging Art Scene: A Cultural Destination for Travelers
In Saudi Arabia’s Mecca province, one of the emerging hubs for art and culture is Jeddah. The art ecosystem of Jeddah has grown significantly over the past few decades. The city offers a combination of tradition and modern innovation. Several reforms have been made by the Ministry of Culture to promote art in different forms. […]
‘Oriental Legend’ Dazzles at Ottawa Premiere
The Ottawa premiere of Oriental Legend, Image China’s production performed by the Beijing Dance Drama and Opera Theatre, opened its four-show run last night on the stage of the Canadian Museum of History. Before the curtain rose, the audience heard opening remarks from His Excellency Wang Di, Canada’s Ambassador to the People’s Republic of China. […]
A Glorious Winter Escape at Whiteface Lodge in the Adirondacks
We arrived at Whiteface Lodge in the first week of December, just as Lake Placid was easing into its winter rhythm. Snow rested lightly on the rooftops, Main Street glowed with early seasonal lights, and the mountains stood quiet and blue in the distance. The lodge is only minutes from the centre of Lake Placid, […]
Hard Rock Ottawa Rolls Out Phase Two With Expanded Gaming and a New Dining Venue
The ribbon has officially been cut on Phase Two of the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa expansion, marking another major milestone in the $350‑million transformation of the former Rideau Carleton Casino (RCC). The project, which began in 2023, continues to reshape the venue with new table games, an additional restaurant, and a significantly expanded […]
Christmas Cheer: Five Wines That Make Exceptional Gifts
Just in time for the festive season, I have curated a list of mouthwatering wines for you to enjoy with friends and family, or to give as gifts. These wines each offer incredible value and are well worth exploring. Whether you are rocking around the Christmas tree or sitting by a cozy fireplace, these are […]
Trade Decisions Loom for Sens, Habs and Leafs
Here we are just a few scant weeks ahead of the calendar turn and our Canadian trio of Ottawa, Montreal and Toronto have some pretty heavy decisions to make in the next number of weeks and months. The question all three are facing is – are you all-in, all-out or just wading the season away […]
The Helipad Hawk: How the Ottawa Hospital uses Falconry to Combat Crows
It’s dusk on an early-November day on the back lawn of the Ottawa General Hospital. All around, hidden in the trees surrounding the medical campus in Ottawa’s Alta Vista neighbourhood, are tens of thousands of crows. It only takes a dark brown blur, gliding through the air, to send the flock into a Hitchcockian frenzy […]
