By Alyson Queen – The countdown (and voting) is on for the upcoming municipal election on October 22. There are two candidates vying to be councillor for Kitchissippi Ward – and both have experience running for the position. Incumbent Jeff Leiper, 48, is the incumbent hoping to be […]
Submitted by Kathy Bell – This will get your tail wagging: Halloween gets a head-start at Hintonburg Park with Ottawa’s Halloween Dog Parade on Saturday, October 20. It promises to be a howling good time. Fidos from all over the city will be pawing their way to Hintonburg […]
40 FINDS is a new project from the Wellington West BIA, shining a light on the quirky characters and hidden secrets that make the businesses of Wellington West and Hintonburg so special. Every week, a new FIND is posted, so check back to the website often and you […]
By Bradley Turcotte – Marine biologist Christine Figgener’s 2015 video of her team removing a plastic straw stuck in a sea turtle’s nose is difficult to watch. The distressed animal has blood trickling from his nose. He winces, clearly in pain, as the long object is extracted from […]
By Shaun Markey – I remember as a little boy when my father would drive our family along Island Park Drive to see the wonderful array of Christmas lights and decorations that adorned so many of the stately homes on that well-known thoroughfare. Off we would go in the […]
By Dave Allston – As McKellar-Bingham House on Richmond Road begins to approach 200 years of age, its colourful history is emblematic of the development of the area. Home to several pioneer west-end families, it has stood the test of time thanks to the initiative of key individuals […]
Dovercourt is not like other recreation centres, but many may not be sure why. Dovercourt operates through an agreement with the City of Ottawa that saves the taxpayer money and gives them autonomy to suit the needs of its community. Dovercourt treasures that independence, generating over 95% of […]
By Jacob Hoytema – Looking for an exquisite taste of the sunny Mediterranean as the fall weather begins? Look no further than the first two stops on our latest new business feature. High-level olive oil and balsamic vinegar have been a passion for Mike George long before he […]
For anyone looking to purchase furniture, homewares or gifts, Maker House is a must-visit. In a world where box stores dominate, owner Gareth Davies developed his vision with an appreciation for knowing the stories behind each item and the importance of quality goods that are made to last. […]
Story and photo by Hollie Grace James – Holly Laham believes the art of deep frying has been tragically lost. That’s why, when Holland’s Cake and Shake closed its doors and she had to move on from her job as pastry chef, she was ready to give an […]
By Hollie Grace James – Janet Nicol was a bright-eyed sixteen-year-old when she left Ottawa behind to discover the wider world. Her time abroad would find her shopping at organic markets in Melbourne, riding camels in Erg Chebbi, and spending much of her time in Southeast Asia, where […]
By Bradley Turcotte – When you are out enjoying the attractions and shops on Wellington Street West, you may encounter a street-involved person with a pet asking for help. You will likely assume they are neglecting their companion and your sympathies will be for the animal. This is […]
Meet Ermindo Demeis. “I was born in Italy, almost 90 years ago. I moved to Canada in 1955. We came here to try and find a better way to live. My wife came first to Canada. I have seven children, 19 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. I have been […]
By Andrea Tomkins – The eagerly anticipated Enriched Bread Artists’ (EBA) annual open house is taking place this month. The EBA is Ottawa’s largest non-profit artist-run cooperative. Housed in a historic Gladstone Avenue location, the former Standard Bread Company building, EBA has brought contemporary art activity to a […]
One look around Westboro and you will see quite a few homes built by the family-owned residential construction company, Paragon Homes. People looking to build a new home turn to Paragon Homes because of their reputation for having incredible attention to detail, reliable follow-up, and plenty of experience […]
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