New rink and new look for Ottawa’s Senators

 It’s pre-season . . . or exhibition . . . whatever or whichever you prefer calling it, but it’s still the National Hockey League and it’s here. Ottawa opened its ‘before-regular-season-hits’ schedule Sunday night with a pretty wild 6-5 overtime win in Toronto. We’ll get to that and a couple

Ottawa Fans Go Wild For WWE’s Monday Night Raw

 All good things come to an end, and with that, the World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) Ontario tour wrapped up last night at the Canadian Tire Centre, where Monday Night Raw captivated an audience of around 10,000 fans. The extremely diverse crowd last night made it crystal clear that the WWE

WWE Superstar Sami Zayn on the Last Two Years and Leaving Everything in the Ring

 World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) fans know that WrestleMania is just around the corner. The annual event will take place at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on April 6 and 7, 2024. Sami Zayn is one of the roster's top superstars at the two-night event. He will also be in

Gatineau’s Evil Uno Will be on the Ticket when AEW Comes to the CTC

 Great news for wrestling fans and those who just like being entertained: All Elite Wrestling (AEW) will finally be coming to Ottawa. AEW’s Collision debut show will take over the Canadian Tire Centre (CTC) on Saturday, March 16, 2024. AEW has an impressive roster of professional wrestlers, including Bryan Danielson,

What’s the Real Story Senators? Maple Leafs?

 Another sampling of little ideas that just didn’t quite grow into big ones. Minor columns that just couldn’t sprout into big ones. Why not. Have at it and enjoy your week.   HALLOWEEN, OR NOT? The guys on Sportsnet brought this up this week – not that it’s anything new,

WWE is Coming Back to Ottawa — This Time With the Supershow

 WWE Superstar Chelsea Green is a prime example of determination and never giving up. The Victoria, British Columbia native, like many wrestlers, trained in Calgary and spent a lot of time on the independent circuit. She has appeared on WWE programming through the years, but for one reason or another,

Corteo is a delight for all Ages but be quick, it’s not here long!

 Cirque Du Soleil is back in Ottawa, and while you may not see the signature whimsical tents around town, they’ve transformed the Canadian Tire Centre into the perfect venue for their globe-trotting show, Corteo. The performance follows Mauro the clown as he envisions his funeral and is whisked away by

10 things to do in Ottawa this weekend – November 4-6, 2022

 Ernesto Cervini at the NAC When: Friday, November 4, 2022 Where: National Arts Centre,1 Elgin Street What time: 8 pm Admission: Starting at $34 • Click here to purchase tickets Born from the imagination of JUNO Award-winning drummer and composer Ernesto Cervini and inspired by the incredible village from Louise Penny’s Three

Let me get this straight – Ottawa is, um, fun?

 If Ottawa is indeed the town that fun forgot, no one stepped up to tell the local hockey community to keep the noise down after sunset. That was pretty evident Tuesday night at the usually vacant, silent-as-a-library (shh!) Canadian Tire Centre during the Ottawa Senators’ home opener. A sell-out? Come

This weekend, WWE brings the Saturday Nights Main Event to Ottawa.

 During these pandemic times, World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) has been a model for adapting. For decades their superstars performed in front of capacity crowds. Daily, they would travel from city to city to entertain their legions of fans. When the pandemic hit, traveling came to a halt. Like many businesses,

Leafs’ killer instinct not to be found

 Here it is Ottawa, your absolute favourite subject . . . hello there, Toronto Maple Leafs. I know what you’re thinking: ‘C’mon man, there’s more than one Canadian team in the playoffs. I mean, c’mon!’ Agreed. But consider the bare facts (or Barefax depending on your positioning on certain matters):

10 things to do in Ottawa this weekend: April 8-10

 The Capital Beatles When: April 8, 2022 Where: Overflow Brewing Company, 2477 Kaladar Avenue What time: 8 pm Admission: $20 Click here for tickets Were so exciting to have live music back in Ottawa. Head to Overflow Brewery to catch The Capital Beatles. At the same time, sample one of the

10 things to do in Ottawa this weekend: March 11-13, 2022

 Licorice Pizza When: March 4-7, 2022 Where: Mayfair Theatre 1074 Bank Street, Ottawa What time: March 11, 9 pm •  March 12, 6 pm •  March 13, 8:30 pm Admission: $12.50 for non-members, $8 for members Click here for tickets Academy Awards nominee for Best Picture, Directing, and Original Screenplay, Licorice Pizza is the

10 things to do in Ottawa this weekend – March 4-6, 2022

 From live music to museums and flea markets, check out our weekly roundup of things to do in Ottawa this weekend. We have a mix of fun activities, including some free options, all are guaranteed to help you get out and enjoy the weekend. The Worst Person in the World When:  March

Weekend What’s Up December 17-19, 2021

 From holiday shopping to taking part in seasonal activities, check out our weekly roundup of things to do in Ottawa this weekend. We have a mix of fun activities including some free options, all are guaranteed to help you get in the festive spirit! 1. Leahy: A Celtic Family Christmas When: December 19,

Goalie woes continue, prospects shine, and Karlsson makes news

 ABOVE:  Joey Daccord injured himself in the third period of Wednesday's game against the Canucks. (PHOTO: SPORTSNET.CA) The Ottawa Senators played two games last week, and both were spirited efforts against the Vancouver Canucks. Ottawa played well enough to win each game, but, unfortunately for them, both ended in an overtime loss. Canucks

The NHL is back! And what a start to the season it was for the Sens

 Ottawa launched their 2020-21 NHL season with a gift to fans who waited 310 long days to see them play, defeating the Toronto Maple Leafs 5-3 on Friday night. The convincing win was no small feat, as the majority of NHL analysts had pegged the Maple Leafs as the top

Ottawa hosts former First Lady, Michelle Obama

 The countdown is on. This Friday, the influential first lady of our generation, Michelle Obama, graces us with her presence on the CTC stage. Former First Lady Michelle Obama will be in Ottawa on Friday October 11, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. at Canadian Tire Centre. Michelle Robinson Obama, born in 1964,

Rob Thomas keeps the fire burning

 Photo credit: Randall Slavin Whether he's working with Matchbox Twenty, Carlos Santana or on his own, Rob Thomas has an undeniable knack for great music. Going into his new album Chip Tooth Smile, Thomas went back to his roots as an artist and branched out creatively. We caught up with

President Obama Inspires at the CTC

 All photos courtesy of Canada 2020 Which phrase should I use as they all apply? ‘He did it!’; ‘He came, he saw, he inspired!’; ‘He’s still got it!’ Take your pick! The 44th President of the United States, Barack Obama, engaged in a discussion at the Canadian Tire Centre this

UFC Media Day

 Our coverage of UFC Fight Night in Ottawa continues with Media Day. This is an opportunity for fighters to answer questions from the press. There was little trash talk but a group of fighters focussed on their job this weekend. UFC Fight Night in Ottawa takes place at the Canadian

Playoff bound: new 67’s forwards help lead Ottawa to two wins and a postseason berth

 Photo credit: John Rennison (The Hamilton Spectator) Though it was not exactly in doubt, the first-place Ottawa 67’s clinched a playoff spot this past week with wins over Peterborough and Hamilton. They picked up five points over their three games. Trade deadline acquisitions Lucas Chiodo and Kyle Maksimovich led the way

WWE heats up Ottawa

 Photo credit: Keith Whitter Well WWE (World Wrestling Entertainment), you did it again! You came to Ottawa, entered the Canadian Tire Centre on a cold Friday night, and set the place on fire. As advertised, the Road to Wrestlemania Tour made a stop in the nation’s capital and fans of

Karlsson returns to capital

 Photo courtesy NHLI via Getty Images So, I imagine there will be a little bit of interest in this one. Saturday, the best player in Ottawa Senator franchise history makes his return to the capital. Yup, that would be one Erik Karlsson whose relatively anonymous season on the west coast gets

Toronto adds while Ottawa – apparently – set to subtract

 Photo courtesy NHLI via Getty Images So, how was your weekend? If you’re the Toronto Maple Leafs, not too bad. With the signing of John Tavares, the Leafs might not be a certainty for a Stanley Cup, but they’ve sure put themselves in a solid position to compete for the