Neighbourhood Spotlight: Preston Street/Little Italy
Preston Street is home to Ottawa’s Little Italy, a vibrant and relaxed district with more cultural representation than its name would suggest.
Tips for heart-healthy eating
Some say the key to someone's heart is through their stomach — but the link between eating and the heart goes beyond romantic attraction.
More Canadians Giving, And in Different Ways, to Charity
Seven in ten Canadians have given to charity over the past year, and almost half of donors are open to different sorts of giving approaches than just the traditional solicitation letter, according to the 2018 What Canadian Donors Want Survey, conducted by the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Foundation for Philanthropy – Canada in partnership with Ipsos.
Album Reviews: March 5, 2018
#OLMMusic takes a look at new releases form Ezra Furman, Ought, The Band Whose Name Is A Symbol, Wokewave, and U.S. Girls.
Disney On Ice Brings Magic to Ottawa with Dare to Dream
Disney On Ice once again graced the Canadian Tire Centre with their latest spectacle Dare to Dream! Disney On Ice, a series of spectacular and vibrant live ice performances, has been producing critically acclaimed shows for almost 40 years and their latest surely does not disappoint!
Auto shows give us all a chance to dream big
This year, I’ve blown off all practical matters – like shopping for your next ride – and focused on the kind of car I might purchase once automotive journalism puts seven figures in my bank account.
Still at Peace 25 years later – Our Lady Peace, One of Canada’s Most Enduring Bands
Ottawa Life chats with lead guitarist, Steve Mazur.
Despite disastrous season, better days ahead for Senators?
We can all agree this has been – in all likelihood – the most disappointing and stumble-and-bumble-laden season in recent memory for the Senators.With that in mind, it's well past time to shrug it off, dust away the dreary and shine the beam on the few bright spots in an all-together forgettable campaign.
Daniel Patterson Talks “TheoryOfLove” Campaign
Daniel Patterson is a student at Carleton University studying sociology. He is the manager of the Theory of Love campaign, designed to address mental health and the stigmas that surround it. Part of his campaign is an initiative is to engage with Ottawa’s homeless community, to get them into organized sports and other activities.
Unhappily Ever After
What happens when the fairy-tale gets fractured and characters like Aladdin, Elsa and Rapunzel don’t find their happily ever after?
Love Finds a Way for Ron Weiss
Some people spend a life looking for true love. Ottawa musician Ron Weiss put a life on hold for it.
Quick tips for fun and easy breakfasts
Most parents have sleepless nights, hectic mornings and laundry that doesn't get folded. Cutting corners where you can means spending more time with family. But, serving quick, nutritious, home-cooked meals will improve your family's health and your budget. Here, Tori Wesszer, foodie and registered dietitian, shares her tips and meal ideas to make busy mornings […]
5 Money Saving Apps You Need to Download Now
Here are 5 free smartphone apps that will not only help you save money, but that you can actually EARN money from in very easy ways!
From Mayerthorpe to Moncton: The Unanswered Questions
“The RCMP is at a critical point in its history"
Book Review: Eating culture • An Anthropological Guide to Food
Humans have an appetite for food, and anthropology –as the study of human beings, their culture, and society- has an interest in the role of food.
Here Comes The Sun: Your Next Winter Getaway
Spring might be coming but it’s still cold and grey in the Great White North. If you’re like us and would rather be planning a vacation than putting salt on your driveway, then you’re in luck — Ottawa Life has the perfect getaway for you and your family!
Book Review: Wellmania • Extreme Misadventures in the Search for Wellness
Health-care trends and miracle diets seem to be more plentiful each year but do any of these tactics actually work? What does “wellness” mean?
Return to Oz for More Delicious Adventures
If you’re going to name your restaurant after a place you have to catch a tornado to get to, it’s on point to have a location that’s a little hard to find. Oz Kafe is now two for two on that count.
Toronto Sun
A growing collection of links to police misconduct in Canada.
Heating Up the Capital with These Ottawa Sauces
While cranking up the thermostat and throwing on the sweater/long johns combo will bring you from sub-zero to heat hero, there’s a far tastier way to warm up your winter.
Canadian Government Declares 2018 the Year of Canada-China Tourism
Survey shows Chinese tourists eager to visit Canada in 2018
Visit Titus Mountain
There’s nothing like skiing or snowboarding under the stars, and there’s no better way to extend your day than night skiing at Titus.
Former Mayor Leads Home Run of Ottawa Sports Hall of Fame 2018 Inductees
A former mayor, a ringette trailblazer, a rugby star, an NHL tough guy and a Grey Cup champ are all part of the Ottawa Sports Hall of Fame 2018 inductees.
Little Risk Big Reward – Why Caroline Mulroney is the Smart Choice for Conservatives
Elliott is the safe choice, but Mulroney will deliver the big rewards.