As summer draws to a close, many teens and young adults looking for a bit of independence or to save money for school will be entering the workforce for the first time Young people have been taking on part-time […]
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Blending literary and life lessons
An Ottawa-based publisher of children’s books is creating engaging educational materials Despite her company’s educational roots, Mei Dang wants to do more than create books kids associate with school. She wants the books from DC Canada Education Publishing to […]
Just breathe
Self-care, reducing anxiety and improving body image should be at the top of every family’s to-do list Between balancing work, household chores, appointments, school, kids’ activities and childcare, many parents can’t find time to devote to self-care, Valerie Marsh says. […]
Best boy
Twenty-five years of moviemaking have made Mayfair Theatre co-owner — and family man — Lee Demarbre part of Ottawa’s entertainment landscape. Writer Nate Smith takes us behind the scenes The past quarter century has made Lee Demarbre a fixture in […]
Borrowed beauty
An Ottawa non-profit cooperative offers art lovers the chance to experience beauty without commitment or a hefty price tag It’s (almost) as easy as checking out a book from the library. No longer the exclusive territory of the […]
Aging artfully
Older adults have their own hubs for creativity through popular local programs and workshops It’s welcoming, it’s a place to be creative, it showcases art and artists from the Ottawa-Gatineau region and it’s free. Welcome to the Ottawa Art Gallery. […]
Older Ottawa
Local experts believe the nation’s capital does a good job providing for its elders Although Donna Hicks is visually impaired, she says she can get around the capital easily. “It’s part of what makes Ottawa special.” Hicks, a volunteer fundraiser […]
Local beauties
With snow on the ground, native plants may not be top of mind for many of us. But now’s the season for winter sowing While looking for a volunteer opportunity during the height of the pandemic in 2020, Ottawa’s […]
Reading for wellness
Books provide benefits regardless of the reader’s age — and some may not be what you’d expect Joanna Pozzulo wants people to think of reading as exercise for the brain. “Just like physical exercise, there are huge health and well-being […]
Writing for a reason
Three local children’s authors and illustrators share the goals behind their books Derville and Tasha Lowe “We believe books are excellent resources for introducing and explaining difficult topics.” It started off as a “simple project” to […]