Juno Awards to Make Historic Return to Ottawa

 The city is buzzing with anticipation for the JUNO Awards returning to Ottawa in 2017 as part of the country’s 150th anniversary. The musical birthday bash will transform Ottawa into not just a festival city but a music city as the JUNO Week celebrations take place March 27th to April

Glitzy Governor General Awards Gala 2016

 On June 11, The National Arts Centre played host to the 24th Governor General’s Performing Arts Awards Gala (GGPAA), a star studded evening full of glitz and glam in celebration of an extraordinary group of Canadian artists. The prestigious tribute was led by returning host, actor Colm Feore and the

Slideshow: Get Close to Hedley at the CT Centre

 All photos courtesy of Michael Wing. On Saturday the 23rd, Hedley rocked the Canadian Tire Centre to its foundations with the help of Canadian artists Carly Rae Jepsen and Francesco Yates. Local Photographer Michael Wing from MIKE’S MEDIA will bring you right to the front row with his fantastic shots of the artists

Originals Spring Craft Sale Celebrates 30 Years

 All photos by Alexandra Gunn.  After 30 years of spring success, the annual Originals Spring Craft Sale came to our Nation’s Capital for another season of live demonstrations and unique offerings. The artisan marketplace held at the EY Centre featured the works of over 180 artists, artisans and designers from

Upcoming GCTC Season Showcases Local Talent

 Since 2012, artistic director Eric Coates has been bringing his unique artistic vision to the Great Canadian Theatre Company. With some innovative and interesting partnerships just announced for the Theatre’s upcoming season, it’s safe to say that Coates’ leadership is leading the GCTC into new and exciting territory. Coates’ first

Language Arts’ Indie Pop Carol to Sable Island

 Perhaps it was fate that intervened to alter the course of Kristen Cudmore’s career in music, though it was more than likely the botched VISA. She was heading to Hawai’i by way of Nova Scotia to complete her Masters of Music when a paper-work error grounded her in Vancouver. Having

Jennie Lynn MacDonald’s Masterpieces

 Ottawa artist Jennie Lynn MacDonald’s art is a force to be reckoned with. After attending fashion design school, MacDonald taught fashion illustration for three years before deciding to focus on her art in a broader way. MacDonald worked for an art supplier for almost nine years, giving her access to

Folk in the City: Celebrating Canadian Talent

 Sounds of CityFolk are echoing throughout Ottawa, with the much anticipated music festival kicking off next week. This year's line-up the most brag-worthy to date, and OLM has put together a quick list of Canadian performers you won’t want to miss! Motel Raphaël Clara Legault, Emily Skahan and Maya Malkin

Escaping The City With Sandi Skye

 Photo Credit: Sean Sisk November 4th, 2014 hailed the release of ‘Country Groove’- a soul-inducing album, featuring Ottawa’s up and coming Sandi Skye. Unparalleled talent, fused with her unique presence, undoubtedly bumps ‘Country-Rock’ into fresh domains. Native to Ottawa, Sandi Skye has been knocking the socks off her fans since

The 2014 Governor General’s Performing Arts Awards Recognizes Canada’s Finest

 On Saturday, May 10, the National Arts Centre hosted the 2014 Governor General’s Performing Arts Awards. Canada’s most accomplish performing artists as well as Governor General David Johnston where in attendance for the black tie event The Governor General Awards were created in 1992 by then Governor General the late

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

54-40 is Still Rocking Over 30 Years Later

 As time goes by, those groups of old friends – the ones who have known each other for decades, seen it all and weathered the storms of time as a unit – can’t always find the time to get together. But when they do, when life grants them the excuse