Disney On Ice Will Melt Away Your Winter Blues
This is a tough time of year. The holidays are done, we have eaten our Valentine’s Day chocolate, Winterlude is over, and even the snow, now slush, has lost its sparkle. Luckily, the magic of Disney is now in Ottawa at the Canadian Tire Centre to wash away the winter blues! From February 23 – […]
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Ready to elevate your fashion game? These top influencers are making waves in the blogging community and are proving that this political city has style.
Martin Rondeau’s Confession Challenges the Taboo
What is erotic, and what is simply obscene? Can anyone truly make an objective distinction between the two?
Film Review: Little Gandhi
The story of iconic Syrian peace activist Ghiyath Matar whose brutal torture and death at the age of 26 outraged the international community and erupted into one of the most violent uprisings in modern history.
Double Shot of the Blues in Orleans
The Harpoonist and the Axe Murderer have been called a true blues band for true blues fans and they are a force not to be taken lightly.
Dive into Ottawa’s Mermaid Lifestyle
Something magical is happening on Argyle Avenue. Situated between the Canadian Museum of History and the Queensway, the Taggart Family YMCA-YWCA is all but closed by 7pm on Saturdays.
Cancer Survivor Finds Strength Through Yoga
Most of us are aware that the ancient East Indian practice of Yoga has spread like wildfire internationally over the past ten years. Yes, most of us are aware that it physically, mentally and spiritually benefits us. But for Alan Viau, a triple cancer survivor, the practice took on a whole new meaning.
Payne Has Never Been Funnier
“Innocence wrapped in barbed wire. Can I use that?” writes comedian Nikki Payne, referencing my description of her stage persona and unique style. I assure the Nova Scotia comic that two Timbits per fifty t-shirts sold seems like the appropriate form of currency for such an exchange. She agrees and a deal is made.
Russian Ambassador Vitaly Churkin Passes Away at 64
Russia’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations and former Ambassador to Canada Vitaly Churkin died suddenly Monday in New York. He was 64, only one day away from his 65th birthday.
Ontario’s Lieutenant Governor Wants to Hear YOUR Ideas!
Do you have a passion for social justice? Do you feel the need to speak up about climate change? Everyone has an idea that they think will change the world: here’s your chance to have your voice heard!
Heads Turn at the Canadian International AutoShow
The morning begins with Car of the Year fanfare and a roomful of groggy journalists, but CIAS media preview day always makes my calendar.
Alzhir Memorial, Kazakhstan: Memories from a dark history
The Alzhir Memorial Museum was opened by on May 31, 2007 to honour the suffering and death of the tens of thousands of victims who suffered at this Stalinist era women’s gulag.
Kazakhstan’s the 2017 New Direction: Taking Global Competitiveness Seriously
The world community is celebrating the achievements of Kazakhstan regarding economic, political, and social development in its 25 years of independence, as well as its leadership in regards to international security.
Tom Petty, P!NK, Muse, 50 Cent, Melissa Etheridge and More Set for an Epic 2017 Bluesfest!
RBC Bluesfest will get its first dance with Mary Jane when the long rumoured Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers finally make their festival debut this summer as part of what Dan Aykroyd is calling “a world-class lineup”.
Canada’s Hidden Figures
Right here in Canada we have many of our own hidden figures who you may not know about. Here are just a few of the important black Canadians whom’s innovations, activism or talents have contributed greatly to the country and the world in general.
SENATORS: A Week in Review – February 20-February 27, 2017
SENATORS: A Week in Review is a weekly column looking back at the week in Ottawa Senators hockey written by #OLMSports Dave Gross.
It’s Been Over 30 Years but, for Blue Rodeo, It Hasn’t Hit Them Yet
Jim Cuddy and Greg Keelor stand centre stage painted by a single spotlight. Surrounding them is another darkened concert hall, before them the adoration of an audience. 33 years down the road they are still there in the dark waiting for the music.
The Ultimate Guide to Ottawa’s Sugar Bush Destinations
Sugar Bush season is upon us!
Attend the Tale of Sweeney Todd This Week at Centrepointe
Bloody murders, self-mutilation, cannibalism and haircuts are not your typical fare for a musical but, since 1979, Sweeney Todd has brought put the barber in many a barbaric night of theatre. Nearly 40 years later and the blood is still quite fresh on the straight razor. Anyone fancy a shave or, perhaps, a meat pie?
Disney On Ice Passport to Adventure Giveaway!
We want to help you feel the magic so we partnered with Disney and the Canadian Tire Centre to give away 4 tickets to the show on Sunday, February 26 at 11am.
Blood, Sweat and Beers: C*4 Wrestling Pile Driving the Indies
The crowd grows louder, all are on their feet, this crazed cacophony shouting for more chaos, more action and, most importantly, more
“C! 4! C! 4!”
OLM Pet of the Week- Meet Toby
OLM's Pet of the Week is back and this week's adoptable is Toby, an adorable Sharpei mix who loves long walks in the park and snuggling by the fire.
Film Review: The Great Wall
European mercenaries searching for black powder become embroiled in the defense of the Great Wall of China against a horde of monstrous creatures.
Film Review: Fist Fight
When one school teacher gets the other fired, he is challenged to an after-school fight.
Tough Age Talks Alanis Morissette and Surviving the Underground
Headlining the Megaphono’s Friday night showcase at the House of Targ earlier this month was Vancouver-by-way-of-Toronto bubblegum punks Tough Age.
