University of Ottawa lab takes aim at cancer stem cells
Dr. Yannick Benoit is focusing his research on cancer stem cells.
Ottawa Champions optimistic for team’s fifth season in Can-Am baseball league
The Ottawa Champions season doesn't start until May 19, but new manager Sebastien Boucher says he can’t wait for it.
Towering and empowering: Inside Ottawa’s high-heeled dance scene
In the world of dance, high heels are more than just a footwear choice: they're a tool for empowerment. Step inside the dance style that allows Ottawa women to take back their sensuality.
Cycling for solar: Carleton student, alumnus biking across Canada for charity
A Carleton University grad and a current student are planning to cycle across Canada to raise money for a solar energy-focused charity.
LGBTQ2S project wants to bring students and seniors in Ottawa under the same roof
By connecting mature students with senior citizens, a homesharing pilot project will connect students seeking affordable rooms to rent with seniors living alone.
Ottawa music community reflects on National Arts Centre Orchestra’s half-century
With the National Arts Centre Orchestra is celebrating 50 years of music in 2019, the Ottawa music community is reflecting on their influence in the capital.
Ottawa positioned to benefit from growing market for blockchain technology
The city of Ottawa is well-positioned to take advantage of the coming importance of blockchain technology.
Seniors struggling to find affordable housing, group says
A local housing organization is saying that landlords are targeting low-income households including seniors, an act that violates their human rights.
Ottawa performers aim to bring joy of circus to refugees in Greece
Kaylie Hatashita and John Shibley are co-founders of Rhopalo Circo Project. Shibley, 25, who is a tumbling and trampoline instructor at a local gymnastics gym, says the goal of their newly launched organization is to “use circus as a tool for social change.”
You can’t be what you can’t see: The importance of media exposure for women’s sports
Women's sports only receive four per cent of media attention, although the Canadian government has a plan to reach gender equity in sport by 2035.
Meet Dr. Barbara Vanderhyden Ottawa’s ovarian cancer crusader
Dr. Barbara Vanderhyden is working hard to stop ovarian cancer from appearing in the first place.
Youth fighting for stronger climate change policies in Canada
Catherine McKenna held a town hall as a lead to the April 1 introduction of the new federal carbon tax and climate change activists don't believe her policies are enough.