The Best Hiking and Biking Trails to Explore Around Ottawa this Summer

 Ottawa, Canada's capital city, is known for its historical landmarks, government institutions, and breathtaking natural beauty. As we enjoy the last month of summer, outdoor enthusiasts are exploring the hiking and biking trails that surround the city. From the scenic Gatineau Park to the challenging Eagles Nest near Calabogie, here

Why everyone should visit Ottawa during the summer of 2023

 Ottawa is famous for its winter activities. But there is still so much to do and so much to see even during summer. The weather is perfect for every tourist to enjoy, from world-class museums to its beautiful parks and garden. Visitors love tours, sports activities, and attending immersive events.

Ottawa’s Neighbourhoods: Gatineau

 One thing you notice in Ottawa is that you can often get by without speaking French. When I moved here for university, to a city on the border with Quebec, I thought that I’d encounter French-speakers on a weekly basis, and that my language skills would improve. (Certainly, that would

Explore the Best of Ottawa’s Outdoors this Summer

 Explore the best of Ottawa this summer by cycling through the Gatineau Hills to hiking up the Eardley Escarpment. Ottawa is not only a government city but, one full of nature and hidden gems. Celebrate the best of Ottawa, this summer, through exploring the city by bike, to hiking through

Surviving March Break…Again!

 March Break, that annual, filled-with-anticipation-can’t-wait-for-a-break-from-that-horrendous-place-called-school that fills all children with hope, and parents with panic at the thought of how to occupy their darling offspring, is almost upon us. If you have not already planned an escape to some place warm for the week, here are a few ideas of

Luxury at its finest comes to the Capital

 Photos by Anne De Haas Meet Ottawa native Micki Mizrahi and her husband Sam who are adding a wow factor to the local condo market. Ottawa is a city of hidden gems. Whether it’s the cool and quirky neighbourhoods, restaurants, cafés, bars, shops, sports facilities, museums, parks, universities, colleges, green

Dominik Sokolowski Celebrates Canada’s 150th With a New Collection

 Photos by Tori McNeely Dominik Sokolowski is coming to the Alpha Art Gallery on June 15th to showcase his most recent collection of paintings entitled, Canada’s Four Seasons. This collection is a celebration of his passion for painting and a testament to his artistic abilities as he has produced 70 pieces

Hendrick Farm: A One-of-a-Kind Community, Minutes from Downtown Ottawa

 Founded on the principle “that a vibrant community is one that listens to its cultural, historical and natural environment,” Hendrick Farm is changing the way communities are shaped with its new townhomes and single family homes in Old Chelsea. There, developers and homeowners agree that the best way to protect

Beguiled by Belugas and Charlevoix’s Charm – Part 1

 Photos courtesy of Charlevoix tourism. The colours of autumn are once again upon us, and while many flock to Gatineau Park for a taste of the glory, a short drive east will truly get you away from the fray of life. In about the same time it takes to drive to

Walk His Way

 Lacing up his shoes as he heads out to hit the pavement, Gavin Lumsden is doing more than just going for another run. Lumsden is gearing up to train for his fiftieth marathon in 2015. But, that is not even the big news. Lumsden, supervising producer at Rogers TV Ottawa,

Fall into Fitness

 We can’t live in denial much longer; fall is coming. Say goodbye to impromptu cottage getaways and evening ice cream cones and hello to crisp autumn air and pumpkin spice lattes. But don’t fall into an end-of-summer slump! Autumn represents new beginnings—whether it is the start of a new school year

The master plan for the growth — A Plan for the Capital

 By Katharine Fletcher Capital cities are fortunate entities. Their unique role is to symbolize a people's concept of nationhood. As such, they present particular challenges to planners. Ottawa is no exception. Does Ottawa and the National Capital Region (NCR) embody a sense of Canadian-ness? Marcel Beaudry, chairman of the National

Hidden surprises in Gatineau Park

 Above: Hiking the trails of the MacKenzie King Estate in Gatineau Park. (PHOTO: OLM STAFF) By Katharine Fletcher "I hereby bequeath to the Government of Canada as a public park in trust for the citizens of Canada . . .  my several properties at Kingsmere, in the Province of Quebec,