With the spring season fast approaching, it’s time for the city’s smallest athletes to hit the pitch Even though he’s not yet four years old, Hunter Overdulve seems to have soccer in his blood. “Soccer is quite predominant in their […]
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Lights, camera, Ottawa
A not-for-profit cinema offering budget-priced movies prepares to celebrate its 45th anniversary in a new, east-end location Growing up poor in Belfast, Ireland, Jim McNeill recalled finding inspiration and escape at the movies. After immigrating to Canada in […]
Tough as nails: entrepreneurial mom opens Barrhaven spa
A Barrhaven mom’s unexpected foray into esthetics led to the opening of the Pampered Mom Spa, where parents are welcome to bring their little ones along.
For the love of children (and comic books)
Not-for-profit cosplay group The League of Super Heroes brings beloved characters to life for the benefit of Ottawa children’s charities.
Ottawa teen dominates sport stacking world
An Ottawa teen is dominating the world of sport stacking – and she’s stunned by her rapid success.
Navan mom strikes work-life balance as Rainbow Play Systems dealer
When Chantal Belisle set out to find a quality play structure for her son, she had no idea she would find a great business opportunity in the process.
A haircut, and so much more: Ottawa’s Cuts for Kids offers low-income families free haircuts
It all started with a little boy, a stuffed monkey, and a pair of scissors.
Mom comes full circle with ‘blooming’ new biz
There’s a sweet irony in the fact that Shawna Liao creates wreaths, considering her career path has truly come full circle.
Therapy dogs: Finding comfort through the love of a furry friend
The St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Program aims to bring joy to the sick, lonely and into high-stress environments through friendly visits from volunteers and their dogs – and maybe even a cuddle.
From Hollywood diva to diapers & drool
Actor, writer, comedian and Ontario native Anne Marie Scheffler brings her hit one-woman show Suddenly Mommy! to Ottawa this fall, detailing her journey from showbiz to motherhood, and the insanity that often comes with juggling a career and a baby.