Featured Woman of Wonder – Dr. Sharyn Laughlin

 "Ottawa isn't fully aware of the gem it has in the form of Dr. Laughlin and Laserderm," explains Sunny Kim, BScN and Director of Clinical Affairs Laserderm. "It's the best kept secret in Ottawa." And I have to agree. After meeting both Ms. Kim and Dr. Sharyn Laughlin I was impressed with

Alex and Alistair: An Unbreakable Bond and a Head Shave

 Let's remove any frills at the start -- inspirational anecdotes or descriptions of bravery. This is a story about a boy -- an ordinary/extraordinary boy, and his friend. It's a little about shaved heads, too, but that's less important. Alex Tourangeau is 10-and-a-half years old and he's quite the athlete

Governor General’s Award Winners Announced Today

 The Governor General’s awards are a visual representation celebrating superior Canadian artists. This year's winners were announced today at the Tiff Bell Lightbox in Toronto. Over $25,000 will be awarded to Canadian artists to recognize their career achievements as well as outstanding contributors in the arts field. The Saidye Bronfman

Honouring Dr. Sidlauskas on Her 100th Birthday

 Have you ever used the term “If I live to 100”? Well, for Dr. Agatha Sidlauskas, founder of Venta Preparatory School in Carp, that is no longer an “if”. Last Wednesday, February 5th, Dr. Sidlauskas, affectionately known as Doc to all the staff and students at Venta Preparatory School, celebrated

Once Upon a Kingdom Theatre Celebrates Five Years in Ottawa

 Aiming to unite Ottawa's diverse cultures through artistic experience, Once Upon a Kingdom Theatre (OUK) celebrated five years of successful work in the community on Jan. 18 at Woodroffe United Church. Attendees participated in a Pantomime workshop and were entertained by children and professional adult actors with enchanting performances. "It

Reducing Obesity: It Takes a Village

 An interview with Canada’s Dr. Yoni Freedhoff During my recent visit to Canada, I had a chance to meet Dr. Yoni Freedhoff, an obesity expert for EvidenceNetwork.ca and an assistant professor in family medicine at the University of Ottawa. He is also the founder and medical director of Canada's Bariatric

An Exhibition of Photography by Asif Rehman

 Asif Rehman’s photography reveals that the label “Canadian Muslim” at best defines only a part of a person’s identity, and seeks to break down stereotypes held by Muslims and non-Muslims about what it means to be a Canadian Muslim. "In spite of differences that exist between people and cultures, I