Arts & Events

The B-52’s Kate Pierson Sees the Beauty of it All

For the better part of 50 years, Kate Pierson has carved out a career bringing...

By: Owen Maxwell

Canadian Culinary Championships Kick Off in Ottawa with Wine, Food, and Fierce Competition

The Canadian Culinary Championships kicked off in style on Thursday, January 29, with the Winners...

By: Karen Temple

Harlem Globetrotters’ 100th Anniversary Tour Hits Ottawa’s Canadian Tire Centre

Say the word Harlem Globetrotters, and almost everyone will know who they are. Renowned for...

By: Tom Middleton

Jesse Reynolds Unpacks Love, Chaos and a Gay Throuple in His New Memoir ‘Forbidden Fruit & Camo Boots’

Whether you first came to know Jesse Reynolds on Ottawa radio station JUMP! 106 or...

By: OLM Staff

My Ottawa

Harper’s Portrait Unveiling Becomes a Call for Canadian Unity

Photos by Jean Marc Carisse Former Prime Minister Stephen Harper returned to Parliament Hill on...

By: Dan Donovan

A US-based consortium is importing thousands of tons of radioactive waste to the Ottawa Valley: should we be concerned?

By Lynn Jones, Ottawa River Institute The Ottawa River flows through an ancient rift valley that...

By: Ottawalife Contributor

6 Ottawa Auto Repair Shops Keeping Drivers Safe This Winter

After yet another teeth-chattering week of Ottawa winter, we’re tipping our hats to six local...

By: Murray Oliver

Federal Executives Took $201 Million in Bonuses While Canada’s Poorest Seniors Lose Half Their Income: A System Rewarding Itself While Penalizing the Vulnerable

Canada’s federal bureaucracy paid itself $201 million in bonuses last year, even though government departments...

By: Dan Donovan

Politics

Canada Approved 24,599 Asylum Claims Without Hearings — And Unelected Officials Now Control the System, Not Parliament

A new C.D. Howe Institute report reveals a quiet transfer of power inside Canada’s asylum...

By: Dan Donovan

When the Rules Change: Canada, Power, and the End of Comfortable Assumptions

For decades, Canada operated inside a set of quiet assumptions about how the world worked:...

By: Brian Crombie

The Carney Conundrum: Why Mark Carney’s Grand Vision Collides With Canada’s Economic Reality

A trillion‑dollar capital exodus, collapsing productivity, and a country losing confidence in itself, yet Carney...

By: Dan Donovan

Poilievre’s Speech: Preparing Canada in a Harder World

Pierre Poilievre’s speech at the 2026 Conservative Party National Convention did what it needed to...

By: Bryan Brulotte

Sports

The Wild History of Snowboarding: How Canada Helped Shape an Olympic Icon

Over the next two weeks, millions of Canadians will tune into snowboarding events at the...

By: David Johnson

Strong Play Carries Senators into Olympic Break

Sporting a mark of 5-1 since January 25th has the Ottawa Senators in a hopeful...

By: Dave Gross

Dear Canada: A Letter to Canadians from Connor McDavid

Reprinted with permission from The Players’ Tribune. I had one thought when I became captain...

By: Ottawalife Contributor

Endy Signs On with the Ottawa 67’s, Proving Great Hockey Starts with Great Sleep

When you talk about hockey in Ottawa, you’re talking about more than a sport. You’re...

By: OLM Staff

Food & Wine

Discover Ontario’s Fabulous Icewines

Due to an extraordinary combination of climate, location and savoir faire, Ontario has become world...

By: Jane Staples

Magical Terroir of Alsace: Exploring Three Opulent White Wines That Showcase the Region’s Unique Soils

The iconic white wines of Alsace are famous for their pure aromas, freshness and their...

By: Jane Staples

Christmas Cheer: Five Wines That Make Exceptional Gifts

Just in time for the festive season, I have curated a list of mouthwatering wines...

By: Jane Staples

Beyond Malbec – An Exclusive Wine Tasting From the Embassy of Argentina Cellars

Malbec wines are loved and well-known, but there are several other equally fine Argentine wines...

By: Jane Staples

Reviews

Album Reviews: Rosalía, Florence + the Machine, Dry Cleaning

Rosalía – Lux Sant Cugat del Vallès, Catalonia, Spain Few artists can mix true operatic...

By: Owen Maxwell

Album Reviews: Tame Impala, The Last Dinner Party, Lily Allen

Tame Impala – Deadbeat Perth, Australia Going from psych-rock revival to a god of the...

By: Owen Maxwell

Top 10 Albums of 2025: The Year’s Best New Music You Need to Hear

David Byrne – Who Is the Sky? Dumbarton, Scotland/New York City Landing somewhere sonically between...

By: Owen Maxwell

2026 OLA Movie Awards: Keith Whittier’s Fun Look at the Year in Film

Back in July, I shared my favourite films of 2025 so far — a mix...

By: Keith Whittier

Travel

Transported Back in Time to Another World, in Just Under Four Minutes

In about four minutes, I was transported to another world! I barely had time to...

By: Bruce Sach

Guadeloupe Uncovered: The French Caribbean’s Best-Kept Secret

It may share a name that echoes Guadalajara or Guatemala, but the Guadeloupe Islands are...

By: Madi Donovan

Tampa Uncovered: Paddleboarding, Culinary Hotspots, and the Best of Florida’s Most Desirable City

Tampa has always been a city shaped by water and wanderers. It sits on the...

By: Dan Donovan

Finding Chiang Mai’s Soul on the Samoeng Loop

My family and I woke to the rattle of the tin roof outside our house...

By: Analise Saavedra

Business

Beyond Bricks and Mortar: How Stéphane Giguère is Redefining Community Housing in Ottawa

More than 33,000 Ottawa residents call Ottawa Community Housing (OCH) home. A home is more...

By: Karen Temple

How Ottawa’s Mortgage Brokers Help You Buy, Refinance, and Invest with Confidence

Buying a home or refinancing in Ottawa can feel overwhelming. From comparing rates to understanding...

By: Ottawalife Contributor

Ottawa’s Furniture & Decor Scene: Where Craft, Character, and Timeless Design Meet

Ottawa’s design identity is often understated, but look closer and you’ll find a furniture and...

By: Ottawalife Contributor

Welcome to 2026: Navigating Opportunity with Prudence and Purpose

By Adam Prittie As 2026 begins, investors are entering the year with a familiar mix...

By: Ottawalife Contributor

Health

The Real Reason Your Old Eating Habits Aren’t Working Anymore

Many people go through life eating much the same way year after year, and I...

By: Susan Alsembach

The Quiet Pressure to Hold It All Together — and the Possibilities We Rarely Consider

On the surface, many people are doing remarkably well. They manage demanding lives. They show...

By: Patricia Carr

The Best High-Protein, Low-Cost Pantry Staple: Why You Should Eat More Legumes

As food prices continue to rise and health challenges persist for many of us, it’s...

By: Susan Alsembach

Canadians Rethink Wellness on International Self-Care Day

July 24 isn’t just another summer date—it’s International Self-Care Day, a global reminder that taking...

By: OLM Staff

Best Picks

Bruno Marc MaxFlex MotionHigh Men’s Chelsea Boots 

Looking for an everyday boot that’s equal parts polished and practical? Bruno Marc’s Sleek Men...

By: OLM Staff

Dream Pairs DALLAS Knee-High Boots

Looking for the boots everyone will be talking about this season? Meet the Dream Pairs...

By: OLM Staff

The Ultimate Holiday Gift for Food Lovers

Searching for a standout gift? The Canadian Culinary Championship—January 30–31, 2026—is the perfect pick for any...

By: OLM Staff

A Capital Mystery: Ottawa’s Shadows Come Alive in New Anthology

Ottawa’s quiet streets and storied past are about to get a thrilling twist. A Capital...

By: OLM Staff

Good reads

How Bassbet Casino Fits Into Ottawa’s Changing Leisure Habits

Ottawa has never been a city that rushes to adopt trends simply because they’re new....

By: Allen Brown

TL-15 vs TL-30 Safes: How INKAS Safes Meet Different Security Needs

In 2026, choosing the right safe is more important than ever for both homeowners and...

By: Allen Brown

A Look at the Genres that Succeed in eSports and Why They Do

Competitiveness in video games is nothing new. Since the days of the Arcades, people have...

By: Allen Brown

Premium Kitchen Cleaning Set with Dishwasher Detergent & Microfiber Cloths – Germ-Free & Multi-Surface Cleaner

A clean kitchen is not just about appearances. It is about health. It is about...

By: Allen Brown