Arts & Events

Erica Lall: Redefining Beauty and Belonging in Ballet

At just two years old, Erica Lall felt the irresistible pull of the dance studio...

By: Analise Saavedra

Get Ready to Shine Canada at the 2025 K-Pop Cover Dance Festival

KCC Now Accepting Submissions for the 2025 K-Pop Cover Dance Festival Calling all K-pop dance...

By: OLM Staff

Oscar Predictions 2025: Who Will Win, Who Should Win, and the Biggest Snubs

One thing is certain about 97th Academy Awards: the last year delivered some truly outstanding...

By: Keith Whittier

A Choral Celebration – Ottawa Bach Choir’s Polychoral Extravaganza 

Ottawa’s JUNO award-winning Ottawa Bach Choir (OBC) is set to host an exceptional evening for...

By: OLM Staff

My Ottawa

Ottawa Puts Temporary Hold on Newcomer Reception Structures

The City of Ottawa has decided to put the brakes on plans to construct temporary...

By: OLM Staff

National Police Federation: They Have Our Back, Let’s Have Theirs

Honouring Five Decades of Women in the RCMP: A Celebration in Ottawa On Monday, March...

By: Dan Donovan

Where in the 613 is Ottawa’s Night Mayor Mathieu Grondin?

In 1992, when asked what high-ranking officials could do to accelerate growth in their country,...

By: Mckenzie Donovan

Councillor King addresses Black History Month at Council as Tariffs and Lansdowne Remain Main Issues

Before Ottawa City Council’s Wednesday meeting formally began, Councillor Rawlson King was invited to address...

By: Mckenzie Donovan

Politics

Now Is the Time: Why Canada Should Invite Greenland to Join as Our Next Province 

Canada and Greenland share more than just a maritime border; they share a history, a...

By: Dan Donovan

High Stakes Election: The Liberals Bet the House on Carney’s ‘Faux Pas’ Popularity 

The Liberal Party’s leadership race ended yesterday with Mark Carney, the former Bank of Canada...

By: Dan Donovan

Why Does Trump Love Tariffs?

Donald Trump really likes tariffs. When he muses about tariffs, it sounds like he wishes...

By: John Scott Cowan

Underwhelming and Overhyped: The Liberal Leadership Race That Fell Flat 

The Liberal leadership race has unfolded as a masterclass in irony, hypocrisy, and missed opportunities—offering...

By: Dan Donovan

Sports

Schedule and Positioning all in Ottawa’s Favour

The shoe’s definitely on the other foot this time around and it’s a more-than-comfortable fit....

By: Dave Gross

Ottawa’s Kissin’ Cozens in Big Deal with Buffalo

For the past two seasons (at the very least) the cry from disgruntled Ottawa Senators...

By: Dave Gross

Who’s Going Shopping?

Putting something down on paper prior to the NHL trade deadline is – for the...

By: Dave Gross

Senators Now Chasing Instead of Chased

Well, nobody said it was going to be easy. While hockey prognosticators across the board...

By: Dave Gross

Food & Wine

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

Fall in Love With These Valentine’s Day Wines

Valentine’s Day arrives soon, and this year, it can be a pleasant distraction from all...

By: Jane Staples

Cruising Into February With A Bellini In My Hand

The Dry January and Dryish January trend has really gained traction this year (yes, even...

By: Jane Staples

Reviews

Lady Gaga, Divorce, Sasami

Lady Gaga – MAYHEM New York City Lady Gaga has gone through musical phases more...

By: Owen Maxwell

Album Reviews: Lauren Mayberry, Basia Bulat, Deep Sea Diver

Lauren Mayberry – Vicious Creature Thornhill, Scotland Taking a step away from CHVRCHES again, Lauren...

By: Owen Maxwell

Sonequa Martin-Green Shines in ‘My Dead Friend Zoe’

Synopsis: Engaged in a mysterious relationship with a wise-cracking (and dead) best friend from the...

By: Keith Whittier

A Tale of Hope: ‘Shawshank Redemption’ Impresses at OLT

Ottawa Little Theatre (OLT) kicked off its 2025 season with a bang—well, more like a...

By: Karen Temple

Travel

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

Discovering Cuisine Tonique at Spa Eastman in Quebec’s Eastern Townships

One delightful, unexpected benefit of our three-night culinary retreat at the Eastman Spa was meeting...

By: Bruce Sach

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

How to Choose the Right Gear for Winter Sports

As temperatures drop, the excitement for winter sports begins to climb. Whether you enjoy skiing,...

By: Allen Brown

Rocket Riches: the last addition to Canada’s gambling portfolio

The digital entertainment landscape is transforming rapidly, and one city is at the forefront of...

By: Allen Brown

4 Diseases That Can Significantly Impact Your Self Esteem

Self-esteem is closely tied to how people perceive their health and appearance. A ScienceDirect study...

By: Allen Brown

Top Contenders for the Women’s Euro 2025 Title

Women’s football history will witness one of the most thrilling UEFA Women’s Euro tournaments in...

By: Allen Brown