Christmas Lights Across Canada When: Now through January 5 Where: Parliament Hill What: The 35th edition of Christmas Lights Across Canada kicked off on December 5. The program was introduced in 1985 to showcase monuments and sites along Confederation Boulevard […]
Activities
Cold comfort
Ottawa residents share what keeps them hygge for the holidays As lovely as Ottawa is, winters in the capital can be brutal. Between trying to navigate snowbanks with a stroller, struggling in – and out – of snow pants (then […]
12 Great family fun events
The Casino Lac-Leamy Sound of Light When: Wednesdays and Saturdays, August 10 through 24 Where: Canadian Museum of History, 100 Laurier St., Gatineau What: With a mission of encouraging cultural discoveries through a varied and international artistic program, the Sound […]
Hoops catching on in the capital
In the wake of Raptors fever, grassroots basketball expected to grow locally Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you already know that the Toronto Raptors captured the entire nation’s interest by winning the NBA championship earlier this summer. […]
Dream on
Columnist James Gordon supports, encourages his sons as they pursue their passions on the ice As the weather heats up and people hit the sunny outdoors after an excruciatingly long and cold spring, I know where I’ll be: freezing my […]
Kid-tested, mom-approved
These free – or inexpensive – outings will get your kids socializing and your sanity intact. Tracey Tong – and our preschool tester – report Whether you’re a stay-at-home parent, on parental leave, or just have the day off […]
The true value of extracurricular activities
Classes, lessons not only enrich children’s lives, but increase confidence, Jen Traplin writes “I just don’t want to put my face underwater!” It was the same line, delivered at the same time, every single week. From the backseat on […]
12 Great family fun events
Parenting Times rounds up some of the best family fun activities in the Ottawa area. The final weekend of Winterlude When: Now through February 18 Where: Various locations in Ottawa and Gatineau What: It’s your last chance to enjoy […]
Active fun on tap for fall and winter
If you’re looking for some fun activities and programs to keep the kids busy this fall and winter, then check out what the city has to offer at its many recreation facilities. There are swimming lessons, skating lessons, fitness and […]
Sweet summer memories in Lake Placid, New York
When you bring your family to visit Lake Placid, New York this summer (240 km south of Ottawa), you’ll find there are countless ways to enjoy exhilarating family fun amid the stunning scenic beauty of the Adirondacks. Lake Placid’s awe-inspiring […]