Skywatchers in Ottawa, across Ontario prepare to (safely) watch total eclipse
People across southern Ontario are gearing up for Monday's solar eclipse.
Impact of toxic politics may deter women from running for office, say experts
Concerns surrounding diversity in elections are rising because of psychological harassment and toxicity rising in municipal governments.
Diabetics welcome the prospect of drugs covered by federal pharmacare plan
For Canadians living with diabetes, new pharmacare legislation could save them thousands.
Ottawa Bluesfest main stage lineup has many asking: Where are the women?
Ottawa's Bluesfest announces its 30th-anniversary lineup featuring predominantly male headliners, sparking controversy and social media outcry over gender representation.
Ottawa group celebrates International Women’s Day through cross-cultural activities
Earlier this month, the Ottawa chapter of the Intercultural Dialogue Institute (IDI) hosted an event to celebrate International Women’s Day (IWD). This event, which was attended by over 150 women from various backgrounds and age groups, included activities such as a group meditation session and a Brazilian dance class.
Ottawa Gallery show explores the intersection of motherhood and artist
Ottawa-based mother-artist collective 44.4 unveiled their first exhibition Nobody Sees a Flower, exploring the complexities of motherhood and art.
Researchers say more regulation would help make technology accessible for seniors
Digitizing essential services creates a digital divide and that puts illiterate people in a disadvantageous situation.
Health-care advocates rally on Parliament Hill as pharmacare deal deadline looms
Healthcare advocates rally on Parliament Hill, urging faster action on Canada's pharmacare plan.
Ottawa’s sporadic winter skating season has some pondering change in business focus
In response to the fluctuating winter conditions in Ottawa, part-time staff adapt to the challenges of working at ice rinks, while businesses, including Capital Skates and Quick Cranks, reconsider their operational approaches.
Senior’s struggle to get a paper phone bill points to barriers for illiterate Canadians
Telecom companies lack protocols for dealing with illiterate seniors, leaving them vulnerable and exposed to abuse.
Many swear by an ice-cold plunge but the health benefits are murky, experts say
As cold plunging has risen in popularity the benefits are being promoted over the risks, but how good for you is the polar plunge after all?
Rise in workplace injuries indicates trouble for healthcare workers in Ontario, WSIB data finds
An analysis of data from the Ontario Workplace Safety Insurance Board obtained through a freedom-of-information request indicates trouble for healthcare workplace safety as the number of accepted workplace compensation claims for healthcare workers jumped more than 60 per cent between 2020 and 2022. This is the most significant increase among all occupations that made claims during the same period.