Archive 1997-2016
The Arts Beat
By Elynn Wareham
Canadian arts organizations have been given a chance to catch their breath.
Last October, Heritage Minister Sheila Copps announced that the federal government had approved additional funding for the Canada Council for the Arts, $25 million for this year and an additional $25 million in each of the next four years.
By James Raiswell
And you thought the mail was slow.
In a ceremony at Rideau Hall on Jan. 28, Wayne Gretzky received his insignia of Officer of the Order of Canada — after a 14-year delay.
The title of Officer of the Order of Canada is the highest civilian honor for lifetime achievement. It was presented to Gretzky for his contribution to hockey and outstanding community service.
By Julia Rim
Ottawa’s Andrew Lahey, who placed third at the world junior short-track speed skating championships, will not be at the Winter Olympics because Canada already has enough competitors.
Sixteen-year-old Lahey beat out international competitors to win the men’s 1,500 metres and placed second in the 500 metres.
By Adam Hickman
Tiger Woods won’t be there, but some Ottawa-Carleton golfers are getting set for an icy tee-off at Winterlude.
The Edelweiss Polar Bear Golf Classic is a tournament held on ice. This new attraction is scheduled Feb. 21.
The event is to take place on Dow’s Lake, where the course has been nicknamed “Winterlude Woods.”
“Being partnered with Winterlude allows us to attract bigger sponsors with a bigger event,” says Rob McCulloch, event organizer.