Ottawa’s Potent Presence in the Rio Olympics
More than 314 Canadians are competing in the 2016 Summer Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro. Here is…
Prepare to be Wowed by the New Rideau Centre Expansion
Yesterday, Fairview Cadillac opened the doors to the new Rideau Centre expansion for a media sneak p…
A Perspective on European Banking
Yesterday, Patricia Kowsmann published the linked article on the Portuguese banks. I wish it was as…
Making a Machine-Made Rug!
Having just returned from a whirlwind trip to Berlin and Brussels visiting their state of the art Fl…
Spring Has Sprung
How you do you prepare your home for spring?
There is just something about the sun streaming in thro…
Hop To It — Ideas for Easter!
Every part of Easter should be touched with laughter and fun if you plan a little ahead of time. Thi…
Glam Up Your Closet for Spring!
Spring has not only Sprung, with home refreshening in the mix, but what about reorganizing your clos…
Doing the White Thing!
An all white colour scheme looks so inviting. Clean, effortless and so Euro Chic. White is simple an…
Cloudy with a Chance of Design
It is a bit overcast in Miami today, perfect day to mooch about in the Design District. I popped by…
Here’s What Happens When I Write About Parenting a Child with Autism for the Mainstream Media
I’m not entirely sure why I write about my personal experiences parenting a child with autism for…
Caveman Luxury at Kayakapi Premium Caves
OLM Director of Operations had the chance to stay in a luxurious cave hotel in the Kapadokya region of Turkey.
If I Only Had $100…I Would Buy at LCBO Vintages
This weekend’s Vintages release showcases an exciting selection of well-crafted wines from all o…
The Ottawa Police: A Police Service in Crisis
The recent death of Abdirahman Abdi by two Ottawa Police officers is a huge stain on the City of Ott…
The Resort that Timmy’s Built
Guest accommodation overlooking the golf course and sea at Fox Harb’r Resort glows at sunset. Phot…
Santa Fe XL Continues to Excel in Family Practicality
“Not too shabby,” remarked a fellow car nut and good friend as we gave the Santa Fe XL’s exter…
New Health Accord Should Reject Per Capita Funding Model – and Consider Frailty Instead
Health Minister Jane Philpott has promised a new Health Accord to be finalized over the coming year….
Blackiron Takes Shape
Gerry McGillvray, the founder and president of Blackiron.
With a sleek new name, an airy office over…
Ottawa to Host Grey Cup for Birthday Celebrations
CFL Commissioner Jeff Orridge, Redblacks ownership Jeff Hunt and Mayor Jim Watson pose with the cup….
Fiery Folk: Union Duke Lights Up the Blacksheep Inn
Matt Warry-Smith, a member of the Toronto band, Union Duke, has a tattoo on his leg of the words “…
The Festival of India Returns with a Wave of Culture and Colour!
All photos by Andre Gagne. To the sound of a sitar, a surge of culture and colour is about to wash…
Buskerfest Celebrates 25 Years
“You look like the professional type,” the man calling himself the Pyromancer said, his wide-eyed gaze falling upon the camera slung over my shoulder.
A Portrait of Canada
Canada is a place of boundless natural beauty, and part of being Canadian means appreciating the na…
My Advice for a Posh Loo
“I don’t know if less is more or more is less” – David Gill, Gallerist
Any home renovation c…
Why Are So Many Canadians Using Food Banks?
Photo by Vancouver BC Food Bank. Creative Commons license.
Canada plagued by “food mirages” –…
Lemon Bucket Orkestra is Ready to Bring the Party to Chamberfest!
It’s like they descended out of the Carpathian Mountains, wild eyes, frantic bodies full of lightening.