How a program retraining Canada’s veterans offers solutions for the mid-career worker
The world of work as we know it is changing – rapidly. The “gig economy” and “automation” are just two phenomena shaping our working future.
Maybe the diet you are on right now is actually a pretty good one
The world has seen a plethora of “experts” providing nutritional advice that sounds definitive and evidence-based.
It is time to talk about the overuse of antipsychotics among adults with developmental disabilities
Inappropriate prescribing of antipsychotic medications – drugs like Risperdal, Zyprexa and Abilify — to seniors, especially those in long-term care with conditions like dementia, has been a hot topic of discussion across Canada in recent years. We have also increasingly heard about the high numbers of these medications being prescribed to children and youth with ADHD.
Death From Above Are Going Steady
While Death From Above weren't even a band for a few years, they've returned and started writing albums more consistently than they ever did in the past.
One Nation Under Gord
For a good life we just might have to weaken
And find somewhere to go
Go somewhere we’re needed
Find somewhere to grow
-Gord Downie
Puerto Vallarta Ranks In Conde Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards 2017
Destination is the Only Beach City to be included in “The Best Cities in the World” and “Top Small Cities Outside the US” Lists
The Metaphysics of Sarah Slean
Sarah Slean bought the farm. For most, that’s probably something you are trying to avoid but for the musician it was a life-changer.
Continental showcases long-awaited reboot for Lincoln
Enter the 2017 Continental.
Serious About Fitness Brings out the Best in Women
This past weekend the Canadian Museum of History was the place to be but not because of a specific exhibit but because it was the home to the hopes and dreams of many women.
Book Review: Omphalos
When Eugene DeLint, head of OMPHALOS, a philanthropic conglomerate with tentacles stretching across a drought-plagued, near-future world, is found butchered in his aerie high atop Ottawa, Detective Inspector Kevin Beldon, tortured by old griefs, is yanked from sick leave to battle new demons that will bring him to the edge of sanity.
Album Reviews: October 16, 2017
#OLMMusic takes a look at new releases by Iglooghost, Christine Jakel, Torres, The Commotions, Protomartyr, Liam Gallagher, MIKKRU, Cults, The Monotymes, and Weaves.
Food is medicine where malnutrition and frailty are concerned
Malnutrition a common problem for patients entering health care facilities in Canada – costing the system $2 billion annually
High rates of emergency and police services signal many adults and adolescents with autism in Canada are in crisis
More resources in the community and better training for emergency services are needed
Different Splash of Colour in Battle of Ontario
It's going to be a helluva fight.
Coming Out with Scott Thompson
From coming out of the closet and into The Hall, comedy to cancer, Buddy to bombings, Brampton to Baghdad and all stops in between, Ottawa Life Magazine presents a career spanning interview with Kids In The Hall's Scott Thompson.
Vote For Ottawa’s Best in First Annual Ottawa Life Awards!
Have your say on the best of the Capital!
Perfect 10 at the NAC! Sir John A.: Acts of a Gentrified Ojibway Rebellion
The NAC has pulled off a theatrical perfect 10 in Drew Hayden Taylor’s Sir John A: Acts of a Gentrified Ojibway Rebellion.
The Pack A.D Leave The Dollhouse
Vancouver's rock-powerhouse The Pack A.D. continue to get grittier and louder with each release.
Flavour-packed basil fried rice
Enjoy this simple and delicious basil fried rice for under $1.70! A great meal to make in bulk with the option of substituting the protein!
Homelessness costs Canadians big money without addressing the causes
It’s time we put Housing First
The opioid crisis is a population health issue
Canada has had 2458 opioid related deaths in the past year
Ottawa Moves Step Closer to Marijuana Plan Fruition
For some time now, Ottawa has been fighting a running battle against the various pot shops across the area. With police trying to crack down on shops that aren’t playing fair with the rules, as well as illegal stores, the province is now undergoing a more co-ordinated attempt to deal with the problem once and for all.
J & J’s Gibberish: The World According to Jacob
One mother's weekly journey in raising her special needs children.
Scott Helman Takes the Long Way
While Scott Helman already has a lot of talent for 21, he's been working with Warner Music since he was 15.
Waste Reduction Week in Canada: Top 10 Take-Action Tips
Waste Reduction Week in Canada starts on the third Monday of October every year. This year, it will be from October 16th to 22nd and will be oriented to provide information and tips to reduce waste in all facets of daily living.
