BEST OF OTTAWA 2021: Beaches and parks

 After over 20-years writing about life in Ottawa, we think we have a pretty good idea of the best of what this city has to offer. In this weekly series, we share our picks with you — our top spots for takeout, live music venues, local brews, bands and more. Check, share

Hope Volleyball Summerfest: Serving Up a Win for Charity

 Ottawa Life’s Festival City Series is back! We'll provide a unique look at some of your favourite events. We’ll go beyond the music with artist interviews, volunteer profiles, concert reviews and spotlights on the tastes, sights and sounds of the festival season.  Your city! Your festivals and events! Like a good sunscreen,

Dragoboat Festival Day 2

 Ottawa Life’s Festival City Series is back! We'll provide a unique look at some of your favourite events. We’ll go beyond the music with artist interviews, volunteer profiles, concert reviews and spotlights on the tastes, sights and sounds of the festival season.  Your city! Your festivals and events! Like a good sunscreen,

OLM’s Favourite Toboggan Hills for 2016

 All photos by Sofie Sharom.  Nothing says winter like snow spray in your face, wet socks in your boots and a big smile from ear to ear. Whether you use a snow tube, crazy carpet, GT, old fashioned wooden toboggan or even a cafeteria tray, it’s official - sledding season has arrived.

Sun, Sand and Non-Stop Entertainment at HOPE Volleyball SummerFest

 Prepare yourself for the party of the summer! The 33rd annual HOPE Volleyball SummerFest is back and better than ever. Taking place this Saturday, July 11 at Mooney’s Bay Beach, HOPE Volleyball SummerFest is the largest outdoor one-day beach volleyball tournament in world. The event attracts more than 10,000 players