Bitcoin, Gold, or Oil, which asset to Invest?

 Overview As we see an added number of countries working on their financial data, we see a grim picture coming up on the global level. As per Christine Lagarde, who heads the top bank in Europe known as ECB, the world is facing a tough time somewhere close to the

Canadians who want gold

 Investing in gold can be a prudent decision, even for beginning investors without investing experience. Gold bullion, in particular, isn’t only a relatively affordable asset for investors, but it also tends to retain its purchasing power over time. In fact, gold is considered a safe haven asset. A safe haven

Gold Rush!

 Feature photo by White Lotus Photography  I am instinctively drawn to metallic colours, and there’s no shortage of glimmer and glitz come the holidays. From 24-karat gold to rose-gold shades, it will add a glamorous edge to any look. Celebrity style stars have been seen wearing this top trend on the

Film Review: Gold

   Synopsis: Kenny Wells, a prospector desperate for a lucky break, teams up with a similarly eager geologist and sets off on a journey to find gold in the uncharted jungle of Indonesia. Stars: Matthew McConaughey, Edgar Ramirez, Bryce Dallas Howard Director: Stephen Gaghan

Ria Mae Remains Grounded Through An Unreal Year and a Half

 “It has been an unreal year and a half,” says Ria Mae looking back on a climb that has seen the Halifax singer-songwriter swept up in a whirlwind that often leaves her wondering what time zone she’s in.  The momentum isn't slowing either. For somebody who used to sit alone

From Playground to Podium and Everything that Comes After

 Everyone knows that podium moment. You’re watching the Olympics late at night and the Canadian is facing the final jump, or the last lap or the breakaway goal. You hold your breath, they go for it, and after a few tense seconds…it’s perfect. “Gooooooold!” someone inevitably yells. Then it’s the

Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame Profile: Michelle Cameron Coulter

 2015 marks the Year of Sport and the 60th anniversary of Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame. In recognition of these important milestones, OLM will be featuring Honoured Members of Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame in a weekly Profile piece. Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame aims to share the stories and

Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame Profile: Bobbie Rosenfeld

 2015 marks the Year of Sport and the 60th anniversary of Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame. In recognition of these important milestones, OLM will be featuring Honoured Members of Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame in a weekly Profile piece. Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame aims to share the stories and

The Two Travellers

 There were two travellers Who walked along a path one day The first was a dreamer The other a capitalist they say The dreamer watched the rainbow Where melodious songbirds fly Their symphony a command performance A ballet in the sky The capitalist saw no beauty Or value along his

Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame Profile: Mark Tewksbury

 2015 marks the Year of Sport and the 60th anniversary of Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame. In recognition of these important milestones, OLM will be featuring Honoured Members of Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame in a weekly Profile piece. Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame aims to share the stories and

Ottawa 10K is Living up to Gold Label Expectations

 Lately, it seems like everyone’s been getting into running. Whether it’s for the purpose of trying the new sport-leisure fashion trend or for health benefits, we will never know. But one thing is for sure: while many people enjoy going for a leisurely jog during the warm weather seasons, it

Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame Profile: Peter Reid

 2015 marks the Year of Sport and the 60th anniversary of Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame. In recognition of these important milestones, OLM will be featuring Honoured Members of Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame in a weekly Profile piece. Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame aims to share the stories and

Fool’s Gold

 The silhouette of a witch And the shriek of a bat Conjures up ghostly spirits And the blackest of cats This dark night of fear Sends terror to all But the fright is the worst On a late night in fall For Halloween’s the time To play trick or treat

Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame Profile: Daniel Igali

 2015 marks the Year of Sport and the 60th anniversary of Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame. In recognition of these important milestones, OLM will be featuring Honoured Members of Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame in a weekly Profile piece. Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame aims to share the stories and

Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame Profile: Geraldine Heaney

 In honour of the Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame 2014 Induction Celebrations presented by Canadian Tire on October 22, 2015 OLM will be featuring inductees—recent and historic—in a weekly Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame Profile piece. Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame aims to share the stories and achievements of Honoured

Disegno Fine Jewellery: The Essence of Design

 Pamela Coulston is the owner of Disegno Fine Jewellery,  launched in 1992. In Italian “disegno” means more than just “design.” The word also suggests the ability to envision a design and execute the drawing. At the heart of this notion is the discovery of fresh concepts, often from unexpected sources;.

Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame Profile: Pierre Harvey

 In honour of the upcoming Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame 2014 Induction Celebrations presented by Canadian Tire on October 22, OLM will be featuring inductees—recent and historic—in a weekly Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame Profile piece. Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame aims to share the stories and achievements of Honoured

Ottawa Titans Grab Gold

 Ottawa Titans Water Polo Club U18 Men won gold at the 2014 National Club Championships, with a 7-4 victory over Vancouver’s Pacific Storm. This is the sixth National Title for the Titans. Twenty-six teams and nearly 400 water polo athletes competed at the National Club Championships in Quebec City from

Canadian Basketball Thrives in Kazan

 Canada’s highly anticipated arrival on the international men’s basketball stage likely won’t come for another few years – but early results in the lead-up to the 2016 Olympics suggest that the program is well on its way. Rio 2016 is a sound estimate for a perpetually mediocre program to finally

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

Top of Investors’ Minds: The exponential rise in the price of gold.

 By Kash J. Pashootan Whether you’re an investor or on the sidelines watching the markets, Canadians want to know, seemingly more than ever, how global financial events impact their financial security. The underlying desire to understand the impact stems from the transition of our country’s demographics. Baby boomers, people born