Analysis
What Is the Insurrection Act and Why Is Trump Threatening to Use It in Minnesota?
The Insurrection Act has re-entered public debate after U.S. president Donald Trump threatened to invoke it following unrest
Julia Lucio
January 15, 2026
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News
ICE and Federal Agent Shootings in Two Days — Are We Watching a Pattern Form?
Two days. Two cities. Multiple people shot by federal agents. The same justifications. The same language. And a
Julia Lucio
January 9, 2026
News
Simple Is Best: Inside Paninaro’s Quest for the Perfect Italian Sandwich
Ask ten Italians what makes a “true” Italian sandwich and you’ll likely get ten different answers. Region, tradition,
Julia Lucio
January 7, 2026
Opinions
20 Things I’m leaving in 2025
Every new year comes with pressure to improve, optimize, and reinvent ourselves. But growth doesn’t always come from
Julia Lucio
January 3, 2026
Opinions
When Reality Becomes Harder to Believe than fiction
Four times this week, I was confronted with something so unbelievable that my first instinct wasn’t outrage or
Julia Lucio
December 19, 2025
Local Profile
A Hidden Door, a Rotary Phone, and a Lot of Christmas Magic
Inside Santa’s Secret Speakeasy There’s a hidden Christmas experience beneath one of Ottawa’s most familiar brewery doors. Tucked
Julia Lucio
December 12, 2025
Opinions
Another MP Crosses the Floor. What Does Loyalty Mean Anymore?
Another Conservative MP has crossed the floor. Michael Ma, the MP for Markham–Unionville, announced yesterday that he is
Julia Lucio
December 12, 2025
Local Profile
Gondola Dining Brings a Touch of Alpine Magic to Westboro Beach
Gondola dining has arrived on the Ottawa River this winter, bringing a whimsical new experience to Westboro Beach
Julia Lucio
December 11, 2025
News
Santa Wants Canadians to Rethink Holiday Giving — And He’s Not Asking for Cookies This Time
For generations, Canadian kids have gone to bed on Christmas Eve believing one thing is absolutely non-negotiable: Santa
Julia Lucio
December 9, 2025
News
At Cornwall Event, MPP Chandra Pasma Warns Ottawa Region About “Erosion of Local Democracy”
Ottawa West–Nepean MPP Chandra Pasma spoke in Cornwall this week at an SDSG NDP fundraiser, delivering a blunt
Julia Lucio
November 29, 2025
The “51st State” Question: Should Canada Fear U.S. Annexation Under Trump?
Since the beginning of his second term, President Donald Trump has joked about making Canada the “51st state,”
Julia Lucio
October 1, 2025
Health
The God Complex in Medicine: Your Health vs. Their Ego
Doctors in Canada play a vital role in safeguarding public health, but real-life experiences show they are not
Julia Lucio
September 23, 2025
Open Letter to Jerry Greenfield: Thank You for Refusing to Compromise
Here is a thank you letter to Jerry Greenfield, inspired by the recent news of his departure and
Julia Lucio
September 17, 2025
Opinions
Jesus versus Trump – 30 Contradictions
It’s Sunday morning. Across the country, millions are heading to church, opening their Bibles, and reflecting on the
Julia Lucio
September 14, 2025
News
Charlie Kirk Is Dead. What Does That Say About Us?
Charlie Kirk, the conservative activist and co-founder of Turning Point USA, was shot and killed today at Utah
Julia Lucio
September 10, 2025
Best-Of
Top 10 Reasons You Should Visit the Diefenbunker Today
Just outside Ottawa, hidden beneath a quiet grassy hill in Carp, Ontario, lies one of Canada’s best-kept and
Julia Lucio
July 13, 2025
News
Shake Shack Hits the Road in Ontario with Its First Ever Food Truck Tour
Shake Shack is rolling into summer the best way they know how — with burgers, fries, shakes and
Julia Lucio
July 10, 2025
Opinions
So they built ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ in 8 days. Tell me again how we can’t fix homelessness?
Honestly, I can’t stop thinking about this. In just over a week — eight friggin’ days — Florida
Julia Lucio
July 4, 2025
Local Profile
Breathing New Life Into an Old Church: The Story Behind Collabüro
In a world where remote work is reshaping how we connect, create, and collaborate, one Ottawa family saw
Julia Lucio
June 18, 2025
Opinions
Why I’m Skipping the U.S. This Summer—and Heading to Cuba Instead
Every year, around this time, I start thinking about where I’d like to go for a summer break.
Julia Lucio
June 13, 2025
Opinions
She Was 54, Like Me: Femicide in 2025 Demands More Than Our Grief
The news of Tracy Duncan’s death on June 2nd sent chills to my bones. It was a stark
Julia Lucio
June 3, 2025
NCR Shots
Ottawa Chinatown Night Market – Happening Now!
Ottawa’s Chinatown has come alive this weekend with the sights, sounds, and flavours of the Ottawa Chinatown Night
Julia Lucio
May 31, 2025
Arts & Culture
7 Events You Can’t Miss in Ottawa This Summer (2025)
Summer in Ottawa is packed with festivals, outdoor activities, and cultural events that bring the city to life.
Julia Lucio
May 25, 2025
Arts & Culture
Father’s Day’s Pagan Origin: A Powerful Tradition
…And Mother’s Day too When May and June roll around every year, we’re suddenly all thinking about Mom
Julia Lucio
May 24, 2025
Politics
Canada Post on the Brink: Is the Latest Labour Unrest the Nail in the Coffin?
The air is thick with tension at Canada Post once again. As of today, postal workers, represented by
Julia Lucio
May 23, 2025
Local Profile
5 Inspiring Facts About Capital Pottery Supplies and Studio
I’ve known Eric for about four years, and he’s just one of those genuinely good people — kind,
Julia Lucio
May 23, 2025
Analysis
Canada Post Tables New Offers in Hopes of Averting Strike — But Will It Be Enough?
With strike action looming, Canada Post has submitted new global offers to the Canadian Union of Postal Workers
Julia Lucio
May 21, 2025
Opinions
Is Kanye West’s “Heil Hitler” Trying to Normalize Hate Speech in Art?
Recently, on May 8th to be exact, Ye (formerly known as Kanye West) released a new song that
Julia Lucio
May 17, 2025
Opinions
What AI Thinks Beauty Is, and Why That’s a Problem
AI is everywhere. There is no way to avoid it. As we are training models, it is extremely
Julia Lucio
May 16, 2025
Opinions
OPINION: CommunityVotes Ottawa — Feel-Good Recognition or Ego-Fuelled Money Grab?
It’s back. No, not pollen season. It’s CommunityVotes Ottawa season. If you live in Ottawa and run a
Julia Lucio
May 14, 2025
Business & Finance
How Much Money Does It Take to Survive in Ottawa in 2025?
As the cost of living continues to rise across Canada, Ottawa—known for its political power and high quality
Julia Lucio
May 4, 2025
Health
The Case for Free Dental Care: Why Investing in Smiles Saves Lives and Tax Dollars
Imagine a health care system where a $200 dental filling today could prevent a $60,000 heart surgery—or a
Julia Lucio
May 2, 2025
News
Ontario’s Greenbelt Email Controversy Earns National Secrecy Award
TORONTO — April 30, 2025 — The Ontario government, led by Premier Doug Ford, has been thrust into
Julia Lucio
May 1, 2025
Analysis
What is the WEF and Should We Really Worry?
We live in a complex global landscape where few organizations inspire as much curiosity and controversy as the
Julia Lucio
April 27, 2025
Opinions
The Death of Free Speech: How Trump is Silencing Dissent
Free speech is under attack. Not the imagined version where people mistake “freedom of speech” for “freedom from
Julia Lucio
March 5, 2025
Opinions
Big Tech, Big Government, Big Problems: How to Take Back Your Privacy in the Trump era
Meta, Amazon and X have always collected your personal information. But in this new era, with Trump handing
Julia Lucio
January 22, 2025
Humour Me
Top Ten Things That Will “Magically” Get Fixed on Day One of Trump’s Presidency (take two)
Here we go again. Donald Trump is back with his magical wand, ready to solve all of America’s
Julia Lucio
January 20, 2025
Politics
Are the Freedom Convoy Warriors Ready for a Real Fight?
Remember the Freedom Convoy? That group of self-proclaimed freedom defenders who invaded Ottawa in early 2022—not to protect
Julia Lucio
January 17, 2025
Canada’s “Carbon Tax” Rebate: A Win-Win for Families and the Environment
Wednesday marks the latest quarterly distribution of the Canada Carbon Rebate, and for most Canadians, it’s a day
Julia Lucio
January 15, 2025
Politics
Canada’s Healthcare System Falls Behind International Peers
Canadians continue to struggle with accessing timely healthcare due to long wait times and limited availability of care.
Julia Lucio
January 14, 2025
Politics
My Dear Conservative Friends, Trudeau is out, now what?
I hope this letter finds you in good healthAnd in a prosperous enough position to put wealthIn the
Julia Lucio
January 12, 2025
