Walk, Roll and Rock: Ottawa’s Walk of Ages Returns Bigger Than Ever
On September 12, Ottawa residents of all ages are invited to walk, roll, rock and celebrate what it means to age together at the Council on Aging of Ottawa’s Walk of Ages. Taking place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Rideau Community Hub, 815 St. Laurent Boulevard, the Walk of Ages has grown into much […]
One River, Two Rulebooks: The Gambling Divide Hiding in Plain Sight
Cross the bridge into Gatineau and the legal gambling landscape changes completely — a divide that’s older, and stranger, than most Ottawans realize. Stand on the Alexandra Bridge on a clear evening, Parliament Hill lit up behind you, and you’re roughly a twelve-minute walk from two completely different sets of gambling laws. Most Ottawans have […]
5 Factors That Can Move NFL Spreads During the Regular Season
The opening NFL spread is only the beginning of the story. By kickoff, sportsbooks may have adjusted that number several times in response to fresh information and changing conditions. Some moves are subtle, while others completely reshape expectations for a game. Knowing what causes those changes can make weekly line movement much easier to understand. […]
Eat Well, Do Good: Harvest’s Fifth Year Fuels Support for Ottawa’s Youth
Harvest: A Feast of Fall, one of Ottawa’s premier culinary fundraising events, returns for its fifth year with an unforgettable evening celebrating the flavours of the season — all in support of Youturn Youth Support Services. This year’s event, taking place Wednesday, September 16 from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., carries even deeper meaning. Ottawa’s […]
Small Space, Big Comfort: Why Cozey Works on Patios and Balconies
Patios are the unsung heroes of urban living. They are small, often awkwardly shaped, and usually treated as an afterthought. They become storage for bikes, potting soil, or the barbecue you swear you will use more often. But with the right furniture, a patio can become the most livable square footage you have. Cozey’s outdoor […]
Vietnam-Canada: From Partnership to a New Era of Investment and Growth
As Vietnam reshapes its economy around higher-quality investment, technology, innovation and global capital, new opportunities are emerging for Canadian businesses looking to deepen their presence in one of Southeast Asia’s most dynamic markets. The global economy is being reshaped by profound shifts in trade, supply chains, technology, energy and capital flows. Increasingly, the strength of […]
How Ottawa Residents Are Rethinking Short-Term Borrowing
The furnace quits in February. The repair invoice lands nine days before payday, and your chequing account can’t cover it. Plenty of Ottawa households close that kind of gap with short-term borrowing, and the products they reach for have changed quickly. The rules underneath them have changed too. Effective January 1, 2025, Ontario cut the […]
How to Bet on Tennis: A Practical Guide for Beginners
There are many reasons why tennis is one of the most popular sports to bet on, including the fact that it is a sport that is easily understood, has regular tournaments, and is a direct competition. In a singles match, it is the two players who play a major part as opposed to team sports, […]
The Carney Trap: How Standing Up to Trump Could Leave Canada Standing Alone
There is something increasingly strange about the way Canada is discussing its deteriorating relationship with the United States. A serious economic and diplomatic dispute has gradually been transformed into something resembling a national morality play, with Donald Trump cast as the villain, Canada cast as the plucky underdog and anyone who asks whether Ottawa might […]
‘Spa Weekend’ Goes for Comedy Zen but Slips Into Cringe
Synopsis: Three friends go on a spa weekend that descends into chaos when their trainwreck friend joins, leading to hilarious consequences. Director: Jon Lucas, Scott Moore Stars: Leslie Mann, Isla Fisher, Michelle Buteau, Anna Faris I appreciate the humour of Jon Lucas and Scott Moore, and I’m pretty sure I’m not the only one. The […]
Coming‑of‑Age ‘Tony’ Looks Back at Anthony Bourdain’s Early Years
Synopsis: A 19-year-old Anthony Bourdain travels to Provincetown and stumbles into the chaotic world of a restaurant kitchen, setting off a summer that will shape the course of his life. Director: Matt Johnson Stars: Dominic Sessa, Antonio Banderas, Emilia Jones Anthony Bourdain was a well-respected man of the world. He was clearly connected to the […]
How to Create a Low-Maintenance Backyard the Whole Family Can Enjoy
A family backyard should be a space for relaxation, recreation, and quality time together, rather than an endless list of weekend chores. Modern family life is busy, and few homeowners want to spend their free weekends sanding decks, painting fences, or repairing delicate outdoor furniture. Designing a functional, low-maintenance outdoor space requires selecting durable materials, […]
How Ontario Homeowners Can Prep Their Homes for Peak Pest Season
Every year, as the weather turns, Ontario homes become a target. Mice go looking for warmth, wasps get aggressive right before the first frost, and boxelder bugs start gathering on sunny walls by the hundreds. By the time most people start thinking about pest control, the problem has already moved in behind the drywall. A […]
Neteller Online Casinos in New Zealand
An e-wallet cuts the bank out of both ends of a casino payment. Casinos with Neteller move money in seconds on the deposit and within a few hours on the way back. New Zealand players run the account in NZD and skip most conversion costs. This post covers the setup, the fees, the VIP tiers, […]
4 Smart Tips from Calgary Movers to Ensure a Stress-Free Relocation
Moving to a new home in Calgary can involve more than putting belongings into boxes. Weather, elevator bookings, parking restrictions, building access and the sheer volume of possessions can all influence how smoothly moving day unfolds. Experienced Calgary movers generally approach relocation as a logistics exercise rather than something that should be improvised on the […]
5 Reasons Working with Experienced WCB Lawyers in BC Maximizes Your Claim Outcomes
A workplace injury can leave a worker dealing with medical appointments, reduced income and uncertainty about what happens next. The workers’ compensation system is designed to address workplace injuries, but navigating a claim can become difficult when eligibility, benefits, medical evidence or rehabilitation issues are disputed. That is where WCB lawyers in BC can provide […]
Canada’s Moment of Choice: Prosperity, Sovereignty and the Courage to Build
Canada is facing one of the most consequential economic and political moments in a generation. Prime Minister Mark Carney’s decision to walk away from trade negotiations with the United States rather than accept an agreement he believed was not in Canada’s interests has forced us to confront a question we have largely avoided for almost […]
Why Playing Away From Home Can Be a Big Challenge in Sports
Playing at home can give a sports team a comfortable feeling. Players know the stadium, the changing rooms, and the playing surface. They also have their own supporters around them. Away games can feel very different. Fans who follow team form, read match previews, or explore topics such as online sports betting may notice that […]
Album Reviews: Weezer, Kiwi Jr., Chelsea Wolfe
Weezer – Weezer aka The Gold Album Los Angeles After a long while of going into all-too-goofy pop, Weezer has been slowly steering back to the intense rock that made them so unique in the first place. Though the ground on this latest record is familiar, Weezer bring an arsenal of subtle and unexpected pop […]
The Post-Reno Reality Check: Protecting Your Ottawa Home’s New Floors
You’ve survived the contractors, the endless dust barriers, and the supply chain delays. Your Ottawa home—whether a modernized Victorian in the Glebe or a contemporary new build in Westboro—is finally finished. But as the contractor hands back the keys, a new reality sets in: how do you transition from a construction zone to daily life […]
Uri Poliavich’s Entrepreneurial Journey, Leadership, and Technological Thinking
Uri Poliavich is an entrepreneur whose professional background combines law, international business development, management, and technology. His career has progressed through several related areas, each contributing to his approach to business organization, product development, and long-term planning. Over the years, Uri Poliavich has developed a management approach centered on structured decision-making, proprietary technology, measurable results, […]
How Business Owner Retirements Are Reshaping Canada’s Acquisition Market
Across Canada, a large share of small and mid-sized business owners are approaching retirement at roughly the same time, a demographic bulge left by the generation that started or bought businesses in the 1980s and 1990s. A privately held business does not automatically continue under new management when an owner steps back, so someone has […]
Canadian Global Cities Council Backs Ottawa’s Trade Stand But Warns the Tariff Fight Will Hurt
The business leaders representing eight of Canada’s largest urban economies say rejecting a trade agreement that would damage Canada’s long-term interests was the responsible choice but warn that tariffs will bring real pressure for families, businesses and workers. The Canadian Global Cities Council (CGCC) is backing the federal government’s decision to reject a trade agreement […]
Senators Following a New Path
Questions in need of answers. Some of this we’ll see come to fruition early this next season, other answers will have to wait until we’re well into springtime 2027. The Ottawa Senators are clearly riding the crest of a different wave come the fall. Let’s have a look at four of the burning questions facing […]
Living Well for Longer: Understanding Healthspan and Lifespan
When people take the first steps toward improving their health, I often hear them say, “I want to feel better,” “I want more energy,” or “I want to lose weight.” These are important and meaningful goals. Through my work as a nurse and functional nutritionist, I support clients by exploring how nutrition, movement, sleep, stress […]
