Arts & Events

Choice, Chance, and Change Collide in OLT’s Production of ‘Now and Then’

Jamie and Abby have their whole lives ahead of them. Deeply in love and perfectly...

By: Karen Temple

Les Fougères Brings Hope and Harmony to Maison Libère-Elles – Raises Over $32,000

On Wednesday, April 2, the 22nd Annual Charity Dinner and Auction benefitting Maison Libère-Elles—a shelter...

By: OLM Staff

Noémie Côté: Capturing Nature’s Beauty In Sugar-Pop Hues

Sometimes it takes a life-changing experience to discover your calling. That’s exactly how Noémie L....

By: Beryl Menezes

Och & Oy! Alan Cumming and Ari Shapiro Talk Cabaret, Chemistry, and Their Ottawa Show

The good people of Ottawa are in for a treat. The duo of Alan Cuming...

By: Keith Whittier

My Ottawa

I Always Thought That I’d See My Brother Again

By Jean-Pierre Allard Lost amongst all the success stories of power and glory we read...

By: Ottawalife Contributor

Spring into Action: Help Clean Up Ottawa with the 2025 Cleaning the Capital Campaign!

Do you have high schoolers looking to earn volunteer hours? A Scout or Guide group...

By: OLM Staff

Debates, Land Purchase Deal & Definitions: Takeaways from Ottawa City Council

Today’s meeting of Ottawa City Council began with West-Carleton March Councillor Clarke Kelly introducing a...

By: Mckenzie Donovan

Ottawa Life Magazine Has Lost our Longtime Contributor and Friend, Ryan Lythall

A brilliant writer for OLM and the Centretown Buzz, activism for Ottawa’s PWD community became...

By: Mckenzie Donovan

Politics

The Future of Canada’s Fighter Fleet-Sovereignty Demands Cool Heads in Crisis

By BGen (ret) David Jurkowski and LCol (ret) Hon. Laurie Hawn There is a growing...

By: Ottawalife Contributor

Antisemitism and the Dark Side of Emotional Intelligence

By Andrew Faas This article follows up on Is Canada an Antisemitic Nation?, published on...

By: Ottawalife Contributor

Brain Gain: How Canada Can Profit from a Trump Mistake

In the midst of the chaos being created in the United States by President Trump...

By: John Scott Cowan

Territory, Tariffs, and Trade: Chinese Ambassador Wang Di  says China Respects Canada’s Sovereignty and Wants to Strengthen Ties  

Last week, Ottawa Life Magazine Publisher and Managing Editor Dan Donovan sat down with His...

By: Dan Donovan

Sports

Kickoff Countdown: A New CPL Season Begins with Excitement, Changes, and Championship Dreams!

The 2025 Canadian Premier League season is about to kick off. Teams are ready to...

By: Keith Whittier

Time Running short for Senator Chasers

The road map reads clearly and by the time the Ottawa Senators steer their way...

By: Dave Gross

Habs and Sens Bringing the God’s-Honest Heat

To be perfectly honest, you need to sell this one a little better. People, a.k.a....

By: Dave Gross

From Strategy to Execution: How Travis Green’s Tactics Are Shaping Ottawa’s Season

Travis Green’s appointment as head coach of the Ottawa Senators in May 2024 marked a...

By: Allen Brown

Food & Wine

A Culinary Adventure With Raphaël Peruvian Cuisine

Food can be a bridge to a culture. Recently, I had a unique opportunity to...

By: Jane Staples

Swing Into Spring With These Four Fantastic Wines

Spring is a great time to try something new. Of note, the LCBO now offers...

By: Jane Staples

Uncork the Pride by Raising a Glass of Ontario Wine!

Canadian pride and fierce support for our own products is at a new high. This...

By: Jane Staples

Celebrating the Artistry of Mouthwatering Chinese Cuisine

The Embassy of China in Canada recently hosted a delightful Chinese Cuisine Tasting at Le...

By: Jane Staples

Reviews

Album Reviews: Lucy Dacus, La NIÑA, Unknown Mortal Orchestra

Unknown Mortal Orchestra – IC-02 Bogotá Auckland, New Zealand/Portland, OR While they’ve taken a bit...

By: Owen Maxwell

Choice, Chance, and Change Collide in OLT’s Production of ‘Now and Then’

Jamie and Abby have their whole lives ahead of them. Deeply in love and perfectly...

By: Karen Temple

Kanata Theatre’s ‘Home, I’m Darling’ Explores Love, Nostalgia, and Gender Roles

Judy is the picture-perfect 1950s housewife. She dotes on her husband, Johnny, who heads off...

By: Karen Temple

Album Reviews: Ariane Roy, Bad Bunny, Japanese Breakfast

Ariane Roy – Dogue Quebec City Tension is the name of the game on Ariane...

By: Owen Maxwell

Travel

Four Puerto Rico Resorts that will have You Hollering “Fore” More

Puerto Rico is a golfer’s paradise, packed with stunning landscapes and world-class courses. From the...

By: Helene Levesque

St. Lawrence County: A Canadian Traveller’s Paradise

Just a stone’s throw across the border, St. Lawrence County in New York State offers...

By: Ottawalife Contributor

14 Days in Beijing Without a VPN

I did it—but I wouldn’t have survived without a Chinese-speaking travel companion. I relied on...

By: Karen Temple

Monsieur Jean: Where Quirky Meets Ultimate Comfort in Quebec City

What do Quebec City, ducks and tigers have in common? The only way to find...

By: Analise Saavedra

Business

Chinese Electronics Brands Eye Increased Global Sales in 2025

Chinese brands are playing an increasingly prominent role in the global consumer electronics market, which...

By: Dan Donovan

Yarbo Donates Two Autonomous Snow Blowers to Mon Sheong Foundation

In a ceremony held at Richmond Hill Municipal Offices, robotics company Yarbo donated two of...

By: Mckenzie Donovan

Sylvia Ng’s ReturnBear is Simplifying Product Returns and Changing the E-Commerce Game

Anyone who shops online knows the hassle of returning items to vendors. Major retailers often...

By: Mckenzie Donovan

Dress it up With Jimmy Suits on Gladstone

A nondescript structure with a nameless storefront – save for a signboard on 486 Gladstone...

By: Beryl Menezes

Best Picks

Give the Foodie on Your List Tickets to the Canadian Culinary Championships 2025!

Looking for the perfect gift for the foodie on your list? Give the gift of...

By: OLM Staff

The Ultimate Experience for Tolkien Fans!

Looking for the perfect gift for the movie buff or music lover in your life?...

By: OLM Staff

Give the Gift of Community Theatre with a Four Flex Pack

Ottawa Little Theatre Four Flex tickets make a great gift. The Four Flex package offers...

By: OLM Staff

Give the Gift of Broadway Across Canada’s BEETLEJUICE

He earned his stripes on Broadway… now the ghost-with-the-most is coming to our city. Broadway...

By: OLM Staff

Health

Geographic Atrophy: a leading cause of blindness that you need to know about

Geographic Atrophy (GA) is a disease that strikes quietly, but its effects are profoundly life-altering....

By: OLM Staff

No Smoke November: NICORETTE® Reminds Canadians It’s Never Too Late to Quit Smoking

Are you looking to quit smoking? Taking the very first step towards a smoke-free future...

By: Camryn Munday

Community Caregiving the Cognitive Therapy Way

The Centre for Cognitive Therapy (CCT) will turn 30 next year. Easily one of Ottawa’s...

By: Beryl Menezes

Your Skin is a Reflection of your Overall Health

A holistic approach to skin health embraces the concept of wellness by recognizing that our...

By: Susan Alsembach

Good reads

A Comprehensive Guide on Dedicated Server Hosting You Must Know

In today’s fast-moving digital landscape, having a dependable and high-performing website is crucial for businesses...

By: Allen Brown

The Details Behind Canada’s First Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

In the worlds of music and entertainment, it’s a name that’s almost as iconic as...

By: Allen Brown

6 Smart Car Hire Tips to Save on Your Next Adventure Without Sacrificing Quality

How can you possibly be in an adventure without a car? Vehicles are an adventure...

By: Allen Brown

How to Claim a Casino Bonus: A Step-by-Step Guide

To claim your welcome bonus and start playing at an online casino boost your chances...

By: Allen Brown