China grows amid voices chanting its collapse

February 12, 2019

There is no surprise that a new round of the “China collapse theories” has recently been stirred up by some Western media. Such voices will never be absent when there is a slight slowdown in China’s economy or fluctuations in the stock market. However, like the nirvana of the Phoenix, China’s economy always thrives after growing pains, frustrating those anticipating the otherwise.

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Will Trevor Harris Stay? Free Agency Preview for Redblacks Offense

February 12, 2019

With the sting of their loss in the 106th Grey Cup now in the rearview mirror, the Ottawa Redblacks are planning how to improve for the upcoming season.

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The ‘high’ road: the dangers of impaired driving

February 12, 2019

It’s no secret here in Canada, cannabis has a certain popularity. And even though the notorious, leafy drug feels a lot different than alcohol, it still greatly impacts your ability to drive.

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Drag Race Superstars are coming to Ottawa

February 12, 2019

With the finale of RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 4 coming to screens this Friday, some big names in Drag Race “herstory” are coming to town in the following weeks and WE. ARE. GAGGED.

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The Tackies and The Town Cryers among the four bands to perform at first annual Musiclude 2019

February 12, 2019

Don't miss this special evening to celebrate and support Ottawa’s marvelous music scene featuring special performances by The Tackies, The Town Cryers, Better Living Through Chemistry and Amanda Bon!

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Album Reviews: February 11, 2019

February 11, 2019

#OLMMusic reviews new releases from Le Butcherettes, The Peptides, Jeff Goldblum & The Mildred Snitzer Orchestra, Before The Coyotes Come, My Brightest Diamond.

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WWE heats up Ottawa

February 11, 2019

Regardless if this was your first or tenth time seeing the WWE live they put on a great show.

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Polar bear spotted in the Glebe

February 11, 2019

Just outside the patio of Pure Gelato, at Bank Street and Fifth Avenue, an eight foot tall polar bear stands guard.

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New online tool gives fitness tracker-style incentive to achieve gender parity

February 11, 2019

Could the incentivizing power of a fitness tracker be adapted to help achieve gender equality in the media, enhancing Canadian democracy in the process?

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A small, slight bump in the hope metre?

February 11, 2019

Ottawa’s Senators roll out two straight wins in a season that has seen so very few of these positive streaks. Still, it’s a bump; slight as the headline indicates.

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Playoff bound: new 67’s forwards help lead Ottawa to two wins and a postseason berth

February 11, 2019

Trade deadline acquisitions Lucas Chiodo and Kyle Maksimovich led the way in Thursday’s 4-3 win over the Petes.

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Canada’s Biggest Cannabis Producer Brings Down CBD Costs by 96.34%

February 11, 2019

Until recently, Toronto’s InstaDose Pharma has kept a low profile. But now, the company is ready to flood the market with CBD oil in excess.

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Erik Guay attends Gatineau’s Winterlude to introduce children to alpine skiing and snowboarding

February 8, 2019

MySnow Experience is a program set up by the Quebec Ski Resorts Association (ASSQ) to introduce children to skiing and snowboarding.

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An SPU professor takes part in building an integrated food policy for Canada

February 8, 2019

An assistant professor at the Élisabeth Bruyère School of Social Innovation, Wilson is also a food movement expert, a champion of alternative food movements and a former farmer.

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Boat Registration and Licensing: Learn the Difference

February 8, 2019

Boat owners and captains can get their boat registered instead of obtaining a license for it. Both things need a different procedure. The primary differences between registration and licensing are their fees.

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Who Will Stay, Who Will Go: Free Agency Preview for Redblacks Defense

February 8, 2019

It is impossible to predict which new players the Redblacks will land until we know for sure which stars will be going out the door.

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Ethics Commissioner must conduct investigation into alleged political direction in SNC-Lavalin prosecution

February 8, 2019

Commissioner Mario Dion should delegate an investigation into whether or not Justin Trudeau or anyone in the PMO violated federal government ethics law by trying to pressure Attorney General Jody Wilson-Raybould.

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Guide to Workplace Compensation

February 7, 2019

The type of injury you have sustained, and how it happened, do not play the key role — establishing liability does.

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Paul Dewar, you will be missed

February 7, 2019

Those around Dewar between the time of his diagnosis and his death can attest to how courageously he lived out the remaining time he had left.  

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No such thing as a harmless habit: efforts to educate and protect youth on cannabis use

February 7, 2019

While marijuana use by youth is far from a new phenomenon, a lot has changed since the golden days of cannabis.

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Canada’s pipeline system — the past and present

February 6, 2019

Many know very little about Canada’s pipeline network. Yet for something we don’t often see, these underground oil and gas pipelines are a critical piece of Canada’s energy infrastructure.

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Wall Space Gallery Welcomes Stewart Jones’ latest exhibit, Landscapes for Film

February 6, 2019

Jones' work has been shown at exhibits across North America and it has finally arrived in Ottawa!

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Pattern Power

February 6, 2019

Revitalized with a bold, bright, modern feel, plaid and camo hit the fall/winter runways and will be filtering into your favourite stores.

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The Lasting Legacy of Tim Hortons Co-Founder, Ron Joyce

February 5, 2019

"My father had a big vision and a big heart. Through hard work, determination and drive, he built one of the most successful restaurant chains in Canada."

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Starbucks Canada Partners with Second Harvest to Launch Starbucks Foodshare

February 5, 2019

Starbucks Foodshare launches in Ontario this month, with more than 250 Starbucks locations taking part in the GTA area alone.

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