Lansdowne 2.0 is Ignoring the City’s Biggest Issues

 Last week, the local news was even more depressing than usual. Where shall I begin? – Ottawa city council approved Lansdowne 2.0. – OC Transpo is cutting back on bus routes but is increasing fares. Ottawa is continuing its downward spiral. This week, I’ll focus on Lansdowne 2.0. I’m not

Consultations Conclude on Lansdowne 2.0

 In 2021, during the race for mayor, third-place candidate and former mayor Bob Chiarelli announced his intention to run for his old job. During an interview on CFRA, he addressed the Lansdowne 2.0 project and proclaimed it a disaster. At the time, the City of Ottawa was (and still is)

Sip, Shop and Savour at Signatures Handmade Market at Lansdowne this Weekend

 In 1983, Signatures Handmade Market launched its artisan market in Ottawa. Since then, Signatures has grown to become Canada’s premier handmade exposition, expanding to over 16 different municipalities across the country, from British Columbia to Ontario. On Thursday, October 19th, Signatures will launch its anniversary show at Lansdowne's Aberdeen Pavillion

Ottawa Fire Services set to host annual fire truck pull for Epilepsy Ottawa

 The long-awaited Ottawa Fire Truck Pull will gather friends and family in the capital on October 21 at Lansdowne Park. Teams of 10 brave participants will gear up to prove they have what it takes to pull a ten-tonne fire truck 100 feet across Lansdowne Park. For some friendly competition,

The Ottawa Fire Truck Pull in support of Epilepsy Ottawa returns to Lansdowne.

 Ever heard the saying, "Many hands make light work?" Epilepsy Ottawa hopes so because, on October 8th, teams will work together to see who can pull an Ottawa Fire Service Truck the farthest. The Ottawa Fire Truck Pull is a family-friendly event where 100 percent of the funds raised will

The Kingdom of Belgium unveils a mural at Lansdowne Park

 “The world is my canvas” is a well-known quote in the world of urban art where street artists use paint and various installations to liven up the street scape with creative and interpretive designs of all colours and shapes that bring a vibrancy and energy to neighbourhoods. The Embassy of Belgium

Immersive exhibit at Lansdowne Park makes you feel like you’re inside a Van Gogh painting

 Photos: Kat Walcott With the closures of museums and galleries over the past 18 months, we’ve been missing that feeling of experiencing beautiful art in person. Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience opens in Ottawa today and is sure to excite and re-awaken your art-loving soul. Hosted at Lansdowne Park’s

BEST OF OTTAWA 2021: Beaches and parks

 After over 20-years writing about life in Ottawa, we think we have a pretty good idea of the best of what this city has to offer. In this weekly series, we share our picks with you — our top spots for takeout, live music venues, local brews, bands and more. Check, share

Skateboarding in the capital: Ottawa skate parks

 Photo: iStock It all started in California and Hawaii in the 1940s and it wasn’t long before it spread around the globe. Skateboarding is an individualistic form of expression practiced by people of all ages and identities. It is believed that it traces back to a desire by surfers to enjoy their sport

BEST OF OTTAWA 2020: Parks, Beaches & Trails

 After over 20-years writing about life in Ottawa, we think we have a pretty good idea of the best of what this city has to offer. In this weekly series, we share our picks with you — our top hotels, live music venues, local brews, bands and more. Check, share and discuss

The NHL Mobile Museum stops in Ottawa to showcase Black hockey history

 Attention hockey fans! Looking for a fun way to celebrate your favourite sport and Black History Month at the same time? Don't miss the NHL Mobile Museum’s stop in Ottawa as part of the 14-city NHL and American Legacy Black Hockey History Truck Tour! As the name indicates, this initiative,

What’s happening in Ottawa January 24th – 26th, 2020

       What: Ottawa Home & Remodelling Show When: Jan. 23rd - 26th Where: EY Centre Price: $10 - $11 The annual Ottawa Home & Remodelling Show is back to serve all your home improvement needs! This multi-day event features top home companies and retailers, live demonstrations, workshops and

Ottawa Fury FC growing in confidence in 2-0 win over Atlanta United

 Photo credit: Steve Kingsman/Freestyle Photography/Ottawa Fury FC The mood was positive around Lansdowne Park and inside TD Place this past Saturday afternoon with the annual Canadian Tulip Festival underway and Ottawa Fury FC looking to build on their first win of the season the previous Monday against Penn FC. The positivity

8,000 attend Ottawa Fury FC’s School Day Game against New York Red Bulls II

 Photos by: Steve Kingsman Ottawa Fury FC, in their second annual School Day Game, faced a talented New York Red Bulls II team. Red Bulls II entered the match in third place in the USL Eastern Conference standings and is the highest scoring team (15) in the entire league. Fury

Volleyball Nations League is Coming to Ottawa

 Photos courtesy of Volleyball Canada and Team Canada Over the past year Ottawa has played host to an impressive list of big sporting events, and now there is one more to add to the line-up. The best volleyball players in the world are coming to the Nation’s Capital. In June, The

Lucy Dacus’ Unintentional Breakthrough

 Ottawa Life’s Festival City Series is back! We'll provide a unique look at some of your favourite events. We’ll go beyond the music with artist interviews, volunteer profiles, concert reviews and spotlights on the tastes, sights and sounds of the festival season.  Your city! Your festivals! Like a good sunscreen, Ottawa Life

BEST OF OTTAWA: Festivals

 With 20-years writing about Ottawa life we think we have a pretty good idea of the best of what this city has to offer. In this new weekly summer series we’ll share it with you. From our top picks of hotels, live music venues, local brews, bands and more, check,

Irish Pride is in the Aer

 As they made their way down to Lansdowne Park, no one in the parade seemed to mind the weather as they were all seemingly kept warm by their Irish pride. Soon after the parade finished the Aberdeen Pavilion came to life with Irish music, as it filled with green wearing

Elementary, Watson!

 The colorful flash of fireworks lighting up the Ottawa sky ushered us into the New Year a few weeks ago. The foundation was laid for what is shaping up to be one of the biggest years the city has ever seen. Today, the proverbial cherry was placed firmly on top

Ottawa’s Family Friendly New Year’s Eve Events

 2017 is sure to be a special year for Canada, marking 150 years since confederation. Here in the capital this monumental year will be welcomed in style. Ottawa is offering plenty of family friendly and free options for ringing in the new year. We’ve compiled a list of some of

Angie’s Models and Talent International Opens New Flagship Centre

 Photos by by Ali Matthews. For over two decades, Angie Sakla-Seymour has owned and operated the top modelling agency in the Capital. Angie’s Models and Talent International (AMTI) has been successful at bringing local talent to the global stage through countless magazine covers, advertising campaigns and film. “When we first launched

From 12 to 20,000, The Hip Returns to Ottawa to Say Goodbye

 All photos by Andre Gagne ‘Til the men they couldn’t hang stepped to the mic and sang and their voices rang with that Aryan twang -The Tragically Hip (Bobcaygeon) On May 24 a collective gasp went out of a sucker punched nation. Gord Downie, frontman to The Tragically Hip, announced

The Art Within the Tulips

 All photos by Andre Gagne Another Canadian Tulip Festival has wound down over the Victoria Day Holiday seeing many crowds fill Dow's Lake and Lansdowne Park. This year's festival saw spectacular arrays of fireworks, some big band jazz, magic and more but, of course, the star attractions were the tulips that bloom beautiful

Pour A Cold One: CRAFT Beer Market Opens in Lansdowne Park

 Photo courtesy of Alexandra Gunn. Could it be a coincidence that CRAFT Beer Market opens its doors on one of the hotter days this spring? Likely, but there couldn’t be a better excuse to head to Lansdowne Park to taste test one (or two) of their 100 plus beers on

The Best Restaurants in Ottawa

 A dish by Tomo. Photo by Lakyn Marie Felix Photography.  We all know that Ottawans are attracted to great food, and luckily for us, it seems like great food is drawn to us as well. This city is loaded with fantastic places to grab a snack on the go or