Local bartender wins cocktail competition
By Valerie Molino Julian Bernard, the bartender at Centretown’s Fauna restaurant, will be going to the Made With Love National Final cocktail competition after winning the judges 1st choice and…
Government set to move on legalizing pot, report says
By Dustin Cook The federal Liberal government plans to announce legislation the week of April 10 with regards to legalizing the recreational use of marijuana, according to CBC News. CBC…
Rebranded service offers MAX support to GBT2Q men
By Natalie Rocha The Ottawa Gay Men’s Wellness Initiative has rebranded itself as MAX, and is launching its first mental health awareness campaign for “guys who are into guys” this…
Odawa centre launches anti-violence initiative
By Cassandra Plourde The Odawa Native Friendship Centre is working to engage Indigenous men and youth in understanding violence against Indigenous women. The centre, located at the City Centre complex…
Irish films take Arts Court spotlight
By Rachel Jaskula The Ottawa Irish Film Festival opened March 31 at Arts Court with a screening of A Date for Mad Mary. The film is about Mary McArdle, who…
City launches search for Central Library architects
By Sarah Kazak The City of Ottawa will begin a two-phase procurement process to hire architects to design the new Ottawa Central Library on the eastern edge of LeBreton Flats….
Jazz Fest celebrates roots — and features South Korean, Russian acts
By Jullian Paquin Unlike some other music festivals in Ottawa, the Jazz Festival seems to be sticking mainly to its roots. From groovy piano trios like Bad Plus, to impressive…
‘Sanctuary’ bid sparks debate — but no vote — at city hall
By Caroline O’Neill Representatives from across Ottawa gathered at City Hall on March 30 to debate the possibility of a sanctuary city designation at the community and protective services committee…
Ottawa won’t be hosting 2021 Canada Games
By Nathan Bragg Ottawa’s bid to host the 2021 Canada Summer Games has fallen short. The Canada Games Council announced on March 30 that the Niagara Region topped other bids…
Somerset House proposes new look
By Olivia Bowden Ottawa residents are getting their first look at revitalization plans for Somerset House — one decade after the heritage building partially collapsed and was left crumbling. But…