Bill C-51: The Devil is in the Details
In June of this year, Justice Minister Jody Wilson tabled in the House of Commons new omnibus legislation to amend the Criminal Code and Department of Justice Act.
Violence Towards LGBTQ Communities in Other Countries
It’s the contemporary version of twin solitudes. In Canada and the West the general assumption is that LGBTQ equality is on the advance and that it’s all getting better, often much better.
Animation: How to Be a Pro
Animation is a growing field with more and more people choosing to learn animation now. It has been providing exceptional opportunities to people all around the world as there is a demand for animators in almost every field now.
A Look Back on the Path Forward with Graham Nash
When Graham Nash looks back he sees a very, very, very fine house filled with music and memories.
Trudeau’s Pipeline Blockage Continues
Justin Trudeau made a lot of promises to Canadians while campaigning — 226 to be precise, according to TrudeauMeter, a non-partisan website tracking his political performance.
We Can’t Live in Glass Houses
It has been nearly two years since the election of the Trudeau government and his legislative accomplishments are few and far between.
Refreshingly Candid: Lu Shaye, China’s New Ambassador to Canada
Meet Lu Shaye, China’s New Ambassador to Canada.
Federal Government Funds de-Ice-breaker of the Century
The End of Defogging, De-Icing and Scraping Windshields Is At Hand
Beau’s Knows Oktoberfest!
While it may still feel like the height of summer in the nation’s capital given the recent rising temperatures, fall is finally here. and Beau's sure know how to ring it in right!
Tired of Thinking what Meals to Cook – TRY SUN BASKET
Making sense of what to make for supper and afterward hurrying to the store can be one of the greatest errands of the day so having Sun Basket's case touch base at your front entryway with everything all arranged out and pre-parceled is a gift.
Album Reviews: September 26 2017
#OLMMusic looks at new releases by Emily Haines & The Soft Skeleton, Marshall Art & Cory Johnson, Sløtface, The Souljazz Orchestra, and Ariel Pink.
Animation Festival takes over the Capital
Looking back at OIAF 2017.
Tei Shi Doesn’t Need To Justify Herself
Facing fears can be a truly transcending experience. For Valerie Teicher (aka Tei Shi) her latest album wasn't only thematically about childhood fears, but was in itself Teicher's own way of coming to turns with becoming a full-time musician.
Tracing Grandfather’s Footsteps through Berlin and Leiden
Ping Yan looks back at the incredible story of his Grandfather.
PROST!
Raise a glass of these local favorites this Oktoberfest!
KPax – Going the Extra Mile
Paul Krakowiak started working with audio and video equipment when he was just 15 years old. Asked doing the wiring for a local disco club, he decided to become a DJ and audio became his lifelong pursuit and passion.
Shaping Hungary: Modern Hungarian Design at NCC’s International Pavilion
Shaping Hungary, a breathtaking exhibition of Hungarian design will be on display at the International Pavilion (7 Clarence Street) from September 30 to October 28.
11th Annual Ottawa Peace Festival: Canada Loves Peace
On September 21st through until October 2nd the United Nations International Day of Peace and Nonviolence will be united during the 11th Annual Ottawa Peace Festival. The festival is part of the Canadian Peace Initiative and this year’s theme explores Canada’s natural peaceful intent and orientation.
Canadian Businesses Need Canadian Web Hosting Solutions
If you’re a Canadian business, there are many benefits to partnering with a web host that is also located in your country.
Recovery Day Ottawa Spreads Hope and Awareness
“If we don’t break the stigma associated with substance use disorders and process addictions, then we will never see recovery." – Gord Garner (RDO)
J & J’s Gibberish: A Rant on The Sting of the Green Hornet
One mother's weekly journey in raising her special needs children.
Calling All Neanderthals! The REAL BARBIE GERRY “The DITZ” RITZ
MP Gerry Ritz, Climate Barbies and the Stupid Factor.
Challenging Social Stigmas Through Art
Pop culture has familiarized us with the image of the young, starving artist, furiously labouring away at the next potential magnum opus inside a grim studio devoid of all but art supplies and unfinished pieces.
Charlie Angus Would Be A Great Prime Minister
The choices between tens of thousands of NDP members in the coming days will determine whether or not the NDP will continue in their traditional spot as the third place party in Parliament, or will manage to return to their brief period of glory between 2011 and 2015 when they were catapulted into the role of Official Opposition.
Jade Mya – Hopeful Romantic
Jade Mya is not your average country singer. Though a self-professed “stereotypical country girl,” this girl-next door with an edge is anything but run-of-the-mill.
