Reef concerns: Artificial materials a means to mitigate global collapse
With global warming accelerating the destruction of the world’s reefs, artificial reefs may act as a stopgap to help preserve marine life. From their early beginnings to more modern designs, conservation scientists break down the benefits and cons of these structures.
Lights, cameras, people: Independent cinemas being creative to get audiences back
Statistics Canada shows motion picture cinemas returning to profitability in 2022 as the COVID-19 pandemic ended. However, they still face challenges.
An endometriosis rapid detection kit under study by College La Cité could facilitate early diagnosis
College La Cite and SYNG Pharmaceuticals have begun a study to develop a non-invasive endometriosis detection kit meant to help facilitate early diagnosis of a debilitating condition.
Two years after it almost closed, The Rainbow is thriving
The Rainbow Bistro almost closed down in 2021 and the venue has taken on new life after being given a second chance.
Ecology Ottawa urges the city to fund a community-run air quality monitoring program
Ecology Ottawa is asking the city to create a budget for local climate initiatives, such as Breathe Easy which monitored air quality in 46 locations across Ottawa.
CNIB’s new charter aims to create a more inclusive society for the visually impaired
A CNIB Charter of Rights for children who are blind and low vision could make for a fairer, more equitable society.
Ottawa massage therapists work to ensure patients feel empowerment and trust
Patients should be feel empowered. That's the message from Dave Eibner and other Ottawa registered massage therapists.
The horror, the horror: Deadly Grounds Café and Curiosities offers a scarily warm welcome for fans of the genre
The Deadly Grounds Café and Curiosities is offering fans of the horror genre of films a chance to experience their passion with a warm cup of coffee.
Focused on community: Maker House gives back this season and more
Meet Maker House, a locally owned and run shop that houses small business products from all over Canada that is focused on giving back to the community. On November 24, Maker House raised $1,260 for the Parkdale Food Centre.
Beau’s bounty: Unique therapy dog comforts grieving families at Tubman Funeral Homes
A therapy dog named Beau at Ottawa's Tubman Funeral Homes on Richmond Road is helping those who are grieving cope with loss.
Where there’s smoke: Debate over safe drug inhalation sites on a slow burn while overdose deaths rise in Ottawa
The debate over the efficacy of safe drug inhalation sites is raging in Ottawa.
Having a fling: Ottawa hosting international Highland Dancing competition in 2025
Ottawa will be a hotbed of Highland Dance in the summer of 2025 as more than 1,000 competitors will take part in the ScotDance Canada Championship Series.