In the late 19th century, Métis leader Louis Riel said “My people will sleep for 100 years, and when they awake, it will be the artists who give them back their spirit.” 
Sarah Raghubir, Centretown NewsJamie Koebel, who is fighting for an increase in gallery space for Aboriginal artwork, shows off one of her drums.
Category: Arts
Artist transforms city hall’s landscape
For the next few weeks, plants will be growing at city hall. No need for soil, though. Just a 38-metre strip of blank paper and some charcoal.
Brier Dodge, Centretown NewsJennifer Stead works on her drawing which is being displayed as a live work in progress at the City Hall Art Gallery.
Viewpoint: Believe it or not, Ottawa knows how to have fun
Ottawa, we have a problem. I was speaking recently with a friend from out of town when she told me she heard something catchy, funny and slightly believable about the nation’s capital.
Young brothers rock out to raise money for Haiti
They may not be old enough to get a job, but with the way things are going, four young local rock stars may never need one.
Courtesy Craig SeniorSo far, the Dubé Brothers have raised $43,000 for Haiti. A private donor will match every dollar they raise up to $50,000.