Arts & Events

The Beaverbrook’s Fall From Grace When a Great Gallery Forgets What Greatness Requires

A gallery that built its reputation on substance just traded it for a headline The...

By: Dan Donovan

Hank Azaria on the Voices That Shaped Him — and His Bluesfest Debut

After a career of laughs voicing some of the most iconic characters in TV history...

By: Owen Maxwell

From Tradition to Technology: Claude Latour’s ‘Makwa’s Blessings’ Opens in Ottawa

An Algonquin from the Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg First Nation, Claude Latour’s bloodline is tied to...

By: Karen Temple

Stitching Connection: Yarn Bombing Returns to Ottawa for National Deafblind Awareness Month 2026

June marks the 11th anniversary of the Senate of Canada’s declaration of National Deafblind Awareness...

By: OLM Staff

My Ottawa

In Defence of Fathers — The Men Who Quietly Hold Us Up

Father’s Day has come and gone once again. Like many fathers, I spent part of...

By: Bryan Brulotte

The Most Important AI Debate Isn’t About Tech — It’s About Us

Over the past several months on The Brian Crombie Hour, I’ve had conversations with cybersecurity...

By: Brian Crombie

How an Ottawa Teacher’s Colourful Socks and Kindness Sparked a Worldwide Support Network

It began nine years ago as an outpouring of support and encouragement to help Ottawa...

By: Karen Temple

Cozey’s Mistral Outdoor Dining Set Brings a Contemporary Look to Canadian Backyards in 2026

When summer arrives in Ottawa, people begin to reclaim their outdoor spaces. Patios become dining...

By: OLM Staff

Politics

Vietnam’s Next-Generation Financial Gateway to Asia

Why the Vietnam International Financial Centre is emerging as a strategic opportunity for first movers...

By: Ottawalife Contributor

Canada has some of the highest teen daily vaping rates in the world

Youth vaping is a public health crisis – it’s time to treat it like one...

By: Ottawalife Contributor

How Canada’s Indigenous Story Is Being Twisted to Spread Antisemitism

The conversation about Israel in Canada has taken a strange and troubling turn. Over the...

By: Dan Donovan

NATO Is Not the Problem. It Is Canada’s Strategic Advantage.

For generations, Canadians have understood a simple reality: our prosperity and security depend on engagement...

By: Bryan Brulotte

Sports

Tkachuk Checks Out

Unreal. Unbelievable. Remarkably true. Brady Tkachuk is no longer an Ottawa Senator. Strolling along through...

By: Dave Gross

Hockey Rolls on with Intriguing Offseason

In football parlance, it’s time to ‘move the chains.’ With the Carolina Hurricanes galloping for...

By: Dave Gross

Off-Season Agendas Fill Up for Sens, Leafs and Habs

Every NHL team looks to buff up its roster during the long and hot days...

By: Dave Gross

Why Ottawa Senators Fans Should Feel Optimistic About the Team’s Future

While the sting of an early playoff exit might still be lingering for Ottawa Senators...

By: Neil Becker

Food & Wine

From the Embassy Cellars – Exploring Demerara Rum of Guyana

“From the Embassy Cellars” is a series of masterclasses offered by Tim Ouellette and Brittany...

By: Jane Staples

Welcome Spring with Wines from the Grange of Prince Edward

Prince Edward County is close enough to provide an ideal weekend getaway or a leisurely...

By: Jane Staples

Lafontaine du Loup — A Sparkling Wine With a Legend

Lafontaine du Loup Brut is an exquisite sparkling wine from the Grange of Prince Edward...

By: Jane Staples

Taste the Essence of the Mountains in Italy’s Wines of Alto Adige

The “Mountain Wines” of Alto Adige are produced in an alpine terroir, which has developed...

By: Jane Staples

Reviews

Album Reviews: Jalen Ngonda, Tierra Whack, Pond

Jalen Ngonda – Doctrine of Love Wheaton, MD/England Bringing the feel of retro soul while...

By: Owen Maxwell

Album Reviews: Olivia Rodrigo, Mette Lindberg, La Sécurité

Mette Lindberg – Co star EP Herlev, Denmark  If The Asteroids Galaxy Tour was the...

By: Owen Maxwell

‘Finding Grace’: Rocco Rossi’s Camino‑Inspired Novel Walks Straight Into the Heart of the Journey

In Finding Grace: A Camino de Santiago Story, Canadian author, entrepreneur, and long‑distance pilgrim Rocco...

By: Dan Donovan

Theatre Review: ‘Pressure’ Brings High‑Stakes History to Ottawa Little Theatre

Comments from the audience members seated in front of me on the opening night of...

By: Karen Temple

Travel

Discovering San Antonio: Texas Flavour, River Walk Nights, and the Spirit of the Alamo

San Antonio is not a city that hides its history. From the limestone walls of...

By: Dan Donovan

Why Alabama Deserves a Spot on Your Travel Map

Alabama is a destination that surprises in the best way. Its moss‑draped waterways, soulful soundtrack,...

By: Karen Temple

Spring Awakening in Prince Edward County

Where boutique stays, fresh flavours, and creative culture make 2026 the perfect year to explore...

By: OLM Staff

Puerto Vallarta & Nayarit Travel Guide: Best Things to Do, Where to Stay, and Coastal Highlights

Planning a trip to Puerto Vallarta or Nayarit? From vibrant coastal cities to laid-back surf...

By: Analise Saavedra

Business

What Are Western Incubators Incubating? China is Building Companies, Canada is Hosting Wellness Workshops

By Chris Pereira Walk into a “startup incubator” at a major Canadian university and take...

By: OLM Staff

How CFT Group Turns Ottawa’s Scrap Metal Into Something Useful for Everyone

Most Ottawans interact with the metal recycling industry without ever thinking about where their discarded...

By: Dan Donovan

Why Stagflation Is Forcing Canadians to Rethink Homeownership

By France Lépine, Owner, Master Builder, Lépine Apartments Stagflation is one of the most difficult...

By: Ottawalife Contributor

Canada–China Business Re‑Engagement Ramps Up as Fasken Hosts Major CIIE Promotion Event in Montreal

Montreal’s business community gathered this week for a high‑level promotional event for the China International...

By: Dan Donovan

Health

How to Achieve a Healthy Pregnancy: Expert Guidance from an Ottawa OBGYN

Dr. Marina Straszak-Suri, an Ottawa-based OBGYN who has spent 35 years helping women and couples...

By: Beryl Menezes

Why Family Conflict Feels Bigger Than It Should

Most family conflict isn’t really about the moment itself; it’s about what that moment brings...

By: Patricia Carr

What Really Happens When We Step Outside Our Comfort Zone — Especially with Food 

Recently, I had the privilege of speaking at a Vida Mexico conference in honour of International Women’s...

By: Susan Alsembach

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

Best Picks

‘Finding Grace’: Rocco Rossi’s Camino‑Inspired Novel Walks Straight Into the Heart of the Journey

In Finding Grace: A Camino de Santiago Story, Canadian author, entrepreneur, and long‑distance pilgrim Rocco...

By: Dan Donovan

BARIL Marks 40 Years of Design Excellence With the ARCHIVE 40

In celebration of the family-owned premium plumbing fixture company that launched four decades ago, BARIL...

By: OLM Staff

Why the Cozey Mattress Is Showing Up on More Canadians’ Radar

The mattress industry has changed dramatically over the past decade. What used to be a...

By: OLM Staff

The KEEN x Space Available UNEEK 360

KEEN and Space Available have teamed up for the first time to create a limited‑edition...

By: OLM Staff

Good reads

2026 FIFA World Cup: How far can Canada go?

The World Cup is now in full swing, and the nations of Canada, the United...

By: Allen Brown

What It Actually Costs to Own an Older Home in a Canadian City

Buying an older home in a Canadian city feels like a win at first. The...

By: Allen Brown

The Research Habits Behind Choosing an Online Casino in Canada

Nobody buys a car after looking at one advertisement, and nobody books a holiday without...

By: Allen Brown

The health case for regulated online casino access in Canada: harm reduction over an unenforceable ban

The instinct to restrict access to online gambling is understandable. Problem gambling causes measurable harm...

By: Allen Brown