The truckers roll into town rudderless

 As the nation’s capital, the city of Ottawa and its citizens are accustomed to their share of protests. As the seat of our federal government, stakeholders are continuously in town to address and bring publicity to their causes. So much so, that local residents are almost indifferent. Not that they

Tea Time in the Capital: Kusmi Comes to Ottawa

 Photo courtesy of Kusmi Tea One of the world’s oldest and most richly-flavoured tea companies is here in Canada at last! Born in the same year as Canada’s confederation, Kusmi Tea is celebrating 150 years of quality by opening their first store in Ottawa! As of this week, you can explore

#OttawaStyle

 Ottawa’s group of fashion bloggers and social media mavens has grown in the past year, with some notable departures as people move on — often to Toronto — but the overall fashion community remains a force to be reckoned with. We’re highlighting some mainstays who have graced these pages in

Matt & Nat Opens Rideau Centre Location

 Despite the growing movements of veganism and environmental activism, it is uncommon to find companies that strike a balance in the relationship between the creation of their products and conserving their environment. While a few brands are hoping on the bandwagon, they are still few and far between. Matt &

Canadian Musicians Prove Their Worth Across the Capital

 Photos by Emily Jefferies and Andre Gagne It started with the TD Green Room and ended in a 1970’s stucco basement. I made my way across the city Saturday to witness the growing mass of talent our country is always pumping out. I briefly caught the Fan Fare at Rideau

#OttawaStyle with Dominique Baker

 Photo credits: Valerie Keeler, YOW City Style, Tracey Jazmin and Nadine Langlois Ottawa fashion has hit a high note. Dominique Baker is one of Ottawa’s top influencers who is making waves in the blogging community and is proving that this political city has style. Through her blog and social media platforms,

3D Art Portrait Comes to Ottawa

 What does a group portrait of Canadians look like in the 21st century? Canadian novelist and artist Douglas Coupland intends to find out. “What do we look like now and where are we going with technology?” said Coupland in a press statement. “3DCanada will present a glimpse of what a

Algonquin College is Making Built Heritage Hip

 Photos by Alex Mazur. With Canada’s 150th anniversary fast approaching, the face of Ottawa has been quickly evolving. The new expansion of the Rideau Centre, the LRT system and the plans for LeBreton Flats will transform the façade of the capital, proving that Ottawa is moving towards the future. But

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 peak, and it was quite the party. Blue cocktails, delicious finger-food and the people who made it all happen filled the four-level expansion with excitement for the future of the mall. Their official opening to the

Shoppers Drug Mart’s Enhanced BeautyBOUTIQUE is the Rideau Centre’s Latest Big Upgrade

 Beauty lovers arrived at Ottawa’s Rideau Centre for the grand opening of Shoppers Drug Mart’s latest Enhanced beautyBOUTIQUE on December 2. Beauty bloggers and experts were invited to explore the store’s luxurious new environment and its prestigious brand assortment, featuring Chanel, Dior and Paul & Joe. The upgrade comes as

Preserving History: Reinstating the Ogilvy Building Heritage Façade

 Rendering of the Rideau Centre Expansion The corner of Rideau and Nicholas Streets is getting a facelift. The Cadillac Fairview Corporation Limited and Barry Padolsky Associates Inc. have started reinstating historical elements of the former Ogilvy Department Store as part of the Rideau Centre Redevelopment Project. “By preserving the heritage

Nordstrom Pre-Gala Celebration

 Photo courtesy of John Smith You could feel the excitement at the pre-gala party held at LAGO Bar for the soon-to-be-opened Nordstrom store at the Rideau Centre. It was a night of celebration and recognition of the two charities that will benefit from the gala scheduled for Wednesday, March 4th.

Nordstrom Rideau Job Opportunities

 This Thursday, July 24, Nordstrom, Inc. will post 30 management positions for its upcoming new store at the Rideau Centre. The store is scheduled to open March 6, 2015 and management hiring will begin in late August. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply for jobs at careers.nordstrom.com. Hiring for sales

Attention all Beauty Insiders!

 This week, Sephora at the Rideau Centre is offering you a unique opportunity with this Smashbox Photo Event! On May 30th and 31st, you can have your makeup done by professional Smashbox artists and then star in your very own photo-shoot with famed fashion photographer, Steven Khan. Having photographed all

The Renaissance of Downtown Ottawa Is at Hand… but the Federal Government Is Still a Hindrance to the Process Rather than a Help

 Downtown Ottawa is undergoing an architectural renaissance. Unsightly parking lots are gradually being replaced by gleaming condos and office towers. Ottawa Life Magazine spoke to city councillor Diane Holmes, who represents Ward 14 Somerset. "When I first was elected in '82, I thought I'd never see people from the suburbs

Bucket List: Ice Skating on the Rideau Canal

 As I have lived in Ottawa for 20 years, the Rideau Canal is no mystery to me. At least once a year, I strap on my skates and enjoy the world’s longest skating rink. With the temperature this past weekend at a high of only -3° C, my boyfriend and

The O-Train: Getting It Right the First Time

 The City of Ottawa's plan for an expanded 0-Train is being tackled in rather a piecemeal fashion. Eventually, trains will replace much of the bus service that clogs downtown streets at rush hour. Futuristic trains (aka Light Rail Transit — or LRT — vehicles) will glide from Bayview Station to