Seven Canadian Wines for Come Over October
October has a new invitation. Wine Growers Canada calls it Come Over October, and the idea is simple. Put down the screens, open your door and pull up a chair for one more. These last two weeks of the month are made for long dinners with the people you’ve been meaning to call. Here are […]
7 Best Alarm Systems for Homes in Canada (2026)
A good alarm system doesn’t have to come with a long contract or a technician visit. Most of the best-value home alarm kits sold in Canada today are DIY: you stick sensors on doors and windows, pair them with a central hub, and manage everything from your phone. The real cost difference between them shows […]
Behind the Monuments: Meet Dr. André M. Levesque, Canada’s Voice of Remembrance
Dr. André M. Levesque is Canada’s leading authority on memorials and commemoration, whose work bridges monument design with the social practices of human grief and gratitude. He pioneered “memorialogy,” integrating architectural studies with the living, daily rituals of ordinary citizens. A key example of this discipline is Operation MEMORIA—the repatriation of Canada’s Unknown Soldier—which created […]
Ottawa Mayoral Candidates Clash Over the City’s Most Pressing Issues
By Andrés Martínez With election day fast approaching, Ottawa’s four leading mayoral candidates laid out competing visions for the city during the evening debate on Thursday, October 15, 2026. Moderated by CBC’s Hallie Cotnam and hosted by several community associations at Knox Presbyterian Church, the debate saw candidates face off over transit, housing and how […]
Holding on to the Stars: Arizona’s Dark Skies, Cultural Heritage and Historic Landmarks
Discover Arizona’s dark skies, Indigenous stories, and historic landmarks. From stargazing in Flagstaff to the red rocks of Sedona and the restored beauty of La Posada Hotel, Arizona’s communities are preserving the natural wonders and cultural heritage that connect us to our past. When I was 14, I decided outer space wasn’t for me. A […]
Exploring the Mechanics and Strategies of Usdt Dice Betting
Focus on understanding the odds. Each outcome has specific probabilities, and familiarizing yourself with these can significantly enhance your decision-making. Knowing the return to player (RTP) percentage helps gauge the potential payout over time, allowing you to manage your stake amount effectively. When playing usdt dice, cultivating a disciplined bankroll management routine is essential. Set […]
Ward 5 Could Be the Surprise of Ottawa’s Municipal Election
Ottawa’s municipal election is shaping up to be a largely status quo affair. Incumbents have the advantage, there is little indication of a major political shift at City Hall, and much of the campaign has been relatively predictable. But one ward is attracting an unusual amount of attention. Ward 5, West Carleton–March, is emerging as […]
Album Reviews: Troye Sivan, Remi Wolf, Adult DVD
Troye Sivan – She’s the Best Johannesburg, South Africa/Perth, Australia While his delivery can sound all too at ease at times, Troye Sivan has proven he can drop the most heavenly sounds on the tracks he releases. This sublimely produced record doesn’t always bring the energy, but it will certainly show you the heavens all […]
8 Best Bare Metal Hosting Providers in 2026
By Hitesh Jethva A slow database, an overloaded application server, or a growing virtualization cluster can turn infrastructure into a business constraint. Bare metal hosting gives you a physical server dedicated to your organization, with direct access to its processing and memory resources. That control helps when your application needs a specific hardware configuration, or […]
Trapped in Trump’s America: Did Donald Trump Create Canada’s Economic Problems, or Simply Expose Them?
A provocative new book by Ian Lee and Larry O’Brien argues that Canada’s greatest economic vulnerabilities are largely of our own making—and that escaping them will require more than standing up to Washington. What if Donald Trump has done Canada an enormous favour? Not because of his tariffs, his threats to Canadian sovereignty, or his […]
Interview: Tariq Ali Faraj Al-Ansari, Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Canada
Few bilateral relationships have evolved as rapidly in recent years as that between Canada and the State of Qatar. While diplomatic ties between the two countries date back more than five decades, the relationship has entered a notably more ambitious phase under Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government. In January 2026, Carney became the first sitting […]
The Future Planning Mindset: Making Important Decisions Before Life Changes
Most people make their biggest decisions in a hurry. A new job, a move, a wedding, or the arrival of a child often comes with a long list of choices that need answers right away. When those choices are left until the last moment, stress tends to shape the outcome more than careful thought does. […]
The Hari Hong Kong: Where Luxury Meets Local Character
When describing Hong Kong, I often tell people it is a city that makes you feel like you are at the centre of the world. Go for an evening stroll along Tsim Sha Tsui and take in the iconic skyline above Victoria Harbour, where you can see a vibrant mix of people and cultures from every corner of the […]
What to buy before your first winter weekend in a Gatineau Park cabin
What to buy before your first winter weekend in a Gatineau Park cabin Thinking of spending a weekend in a Gatineau Park cabin? It is an excellent plan, and the 2.7 million visitors to this Park each year agree with you. There is a moment right around sunset when the woods of Gatineau Park turn […]
Building More Than Homes: Lépine’s Commitment to Community
A home is more than four walls and a roof. It is part of a community, and strong communities are built when people are willing to invest in one another. For more than 70 years, Lépine Apartments has been building homes and communities across Eastern Ontario and Montreal. Its involvement in the community, however, extends […]
How Mobile Technology Is Reshaping Sports Entertainment in South Asia
Mobile phones are influencing the consumption of sports in South Asia. Cricket is the most mobile sport but football, badminton, kabaddi, esports and esports also all have a large mobile following. Viewers can now get live scores, discuss the officials, track individual players, watch live broadcasts, and chat in real time from any location. Sports […]
How the arrival of new casinos is changing expectations around online gaming across Canada
With Alberta having very recently opened its own legal, regulated online casino market and Ontario’s own market continuing to mature, increasing competition and the arrival of new casinos is undoubtedly transforming the national landscape for iGaming. The considerable success and sustained growth of Ontario’s casino industry has changed the conversation in Canada in recent years, […]
Staying Safe Online: A Practical Guide for Casual Gamers
Online gaming is more integrated than ever before. In less than a minute, you can download a new app, watch a livestream while conversing with thousands of strangers, or join a match with pals across the nation. Although this convenience is fantastic, there are more potential problems as a result. Risks include bogus apps, hacked […]
‘The Social Reckoning’ Review: A Talented Cast in a Film That Falls Short
Synopsis: Follows Frances Haugen, a young Facebook engineer, who enlisted the help of Jeff Horwitz, a Wall Street Journal reporter, to blow the whistle on the social network’s most guarded secrets. Director: Aaron Sorkin Stars: Mikey Madison, Jeremy Allen White, Bill Burr, Jeremy Strong I’m a big fan of Aaron Sorkin’s writing and can name […]
The Future of Downtown Ottawa: What Council Candidates Are Proposing
By Andrés Martínez With Ottawa’s municipal election less than two weeks away, candidates from Rideau-Vanier, Somerset and Kitchissippi laid out competing visions for revitalizing the downtown core during a morning roundtable hosted by the Ottawa Board of Trade. From tackling homelessness and improving public transit to cutting bureaucratic delays at City Hall, candidates agreed on […]
Sharma Law vs BPC vs Avanessy Giordano LLP – 3 Top-rated Personal Injury Lawyers in Newmarket Ontario Compared (2026)
Key Takeaways • Sharma Law – Best for a small, founder-led practice on Main Street South, where you can deal directly with the lawyer handling your case. • Avanessy Giordano LLP – Best overall personal injury lawyer in Newmarket, with personalized client attention and a broad range of injury claims. • BPC Personal Injury Law […]
Resonance of Dunhuang: Ancient Silk Road Music Comes Alive in Ottawa
The past seemed to breathe again on October 10 at Algonquin Commons Theatre, where Hong Kong’s Gaudeamus Dunhuang Ensemble delivered a captivating performance that brought the ancient musical and artistic traditions of China’s Silk Road into the present. Titled Resonance of Dunhuang, the concert combined the distinctive sounds of traditional Chinese instruments with contemporary compositions […]
Sending Wine to Families in the U.S. This Holiday Season: A Practical Guide for Canadians
Almost every Ottawa family seems to have someone across the border: a sister in Syracuse, a university friend in Manhattan, parents who winter in California. When the holidays come around, a good bottle of wine feels like the obvious gift. Then you try to send one, and discover it is far harder than mailing a […]
Karmen Petrovic Interview: See the WWE NXT Star in Person This Weekend
WWE is returning to the Ottawa area this weekend as NXT, their developmental brand, takes over the Slush Puppy Centre in Gatineau. NXT has produced some of the most popular WWE superstars, like Sami Zayn, Becky Lynch, Seth Rollins, and Roman Reigns. The list goes on and on. Seeing NXT live is great because you […]
Album Reviews: beabadoobee, Julia Jacklin, Fat Dog
Beeabadoobee – Pylon Iloilo City, Philippines/London, England Rich in her understanding of guitar and aesthetics as a whole, Beeabadoobee feels like an artist with twice her years’ experience on her latest album. Long before the wallop of its second half, “Pylon” knocks you out with the evocative poetry of “Hold me like a screen, disconnected […]
