Spring is a time for celebration! Why not do it with chocolate and wine?
Why not take the celebration one step further by infusing Fleur du Cap Chardonnay or Novas Gran Reserva Carménère Cabernet Sauvignon into a chocolate ganache?
How to Build a Mom & Pop Ecommerce Shop
In the past, it was common to shop at so-called mom and pop stores. One-of-a-kind locations, they were run by the same people for many years. These operations have taken a beating as the economy has modernized and globalized.
Soul Pop Songstress Krista Jane’s Moving From One Mic Drop Moment to Another
Receiving a standing ovation at the legendary Apollo Theater has to factor into any emerging musician’s top three ways to make an opening statement. For Ottawa’s Krista Jane, this dream became a reality.
The Liberation of Belgium — A Centennial
King Philippe and Queen Mathilde of Belgium visit the Canadian War Museum in Ottawa as part of their official visit Canada
J & J’s Gibberish: The Wonders of the Movie Wonder
It was fascinating to watch as a parent of a special needs child as some of those experiences have mirrored ours.
Breakfast, snack and dessert, granola treats you can feel good about
Granola bars make an epic on-the-go breakfast, snack or dessert and are pretty amazing as a late-night nibble if you're staying up late to binge-watch Netflix.
Book Review: The Ghost Keeper
The Ghost Keeper is a story about the terrible choices we make to survive and the powerful connections to communities and friends that define us. Here is a finely accomplished novel that introduces an exciting new voice to our literary landscape.
How To Kitten Proof Your Home
Here are four ways to prepare your home for your future furball.
TIFF Returns to Ottawa
TIFF is back in Ottawa to show off some of Canada's Top Ten!
Why media need to stick to the evidence when reporting on food studies
We need real solutions to obesity and Type 2 diabetes
Album Reviews: March 13, 2018
#OLMMusic looks at new releases by Everything is Recorded (Richard Russell), Aaron Bergbusch, Shannon & The Clams, Shadowhand, and Belle & Sebastian.
3 things to look for in an all-important first job
Whether you're the parent of a young person or a recent graduate looking for a first job, you know that Canada's job market is rapidly changing.
Add value and style to your home
Updating your home can make the space more livable and beautiful. But giving your home a refresh can also boost your property value. Here are some ideas to consider for your next improvement project, big or small.
Rigorous journalism can save us from fake news
Should governments support rigorous independent journalism, beyond public broadcasting, in the face of its economic decline?
The skinny on fat
For years we've been told that eating fat will add inches to our waistline, raise cholesterol and cause a slew of health problems. But it turns out fats can be your friend if you choose them wisely.
5 ways to support your local food bank
Spring is an important time for food banks. While donations typically peak around the winter holiday, they are often lowest during the late spring and summer.
Top home maintenance tips for spring
As warm weather approaches, spring is the perfect season to assess whether your home is in tip-top shape after a long winter. Below are four home maintenance tips every homeowner should consider to help keep insurance claims at bay while increasing the value of your home.
What to know about Ottawa’s Women’s Leadership Summit 2018
On Monday, March 5th, the University of Ottawa hosted an intimate event at the Westin Hotel in honour of International Women’s Day 2018. Female leaders from all over the country gathered to share their experiences and to discuss the challenges facing many women in different industries.
Worldwide EndoMarch Looks to Break the Stigma and Silence Behind Endometriosis
With March being Endometriosis Awareness Month, gatherings across the globe look to shine a light on this illness during the 5th Annual Worldwide EndoMarch
Indie Music Biz #19: Music Communications with Mary Jelley
On Saturday morning, the Ottawa Independent Music Business along with the Ottawa Music Industry Coalition presented a seminar on Music Communications featuring Mary Jelley of Warner Music Canada
Who is dealing with the biggest humanitarian crisis of our times? Who is truly fighting DAESH?
Turkey is at the centre of the response to the humanitarian crisis in Syria-Iraq by hosting 3.5 million vulnerable. The total cost passed 30 billion USD – with no international assistance in the biggest refugee crisis since World War II.
Jets represent Canada’s best bet
That grandiose sense of hope for Canada took a turn towards minimal optimism some time just after Christmas this past year…
Show review: Our Lady Peace and Matthew Good at TD Place
atthew Good and Our Lady Peace have hit the road together for a two and a half hour rock ride that isn’t so much a nostalgia trip backwards but a reaffirmation of everything that made Canadian rock so gut-smashing awesome back when we were all spinning Big Shiny Tunes!
Fall in love with How Black Mothers Say I Love You
There is a lot going on in How Black Mothers Say I Love You. Given it is the work of the incredibly talented playwright Trey Anthony, this is no surprise. It opened at the GCTC last night and it is, as was expected, phenomenal.
