It’s been another interesting week in the capital! We move into the orange phase tomorrow, which means restaurants, gyms and theatres are able to open again. Meanwhile, our neighbours to the south are in the midst of a historical election and it’s been top of mind all week long. Have you been feeling the stress and anxiety? I […]
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How to Stay Off Your Phone During a Pandemic
If you struggled with overusing your phone before the pandemic, you’re likely on it even more these days. In several studies, screen time and social media use has been linked to loneliness, depression and anxiety and in my opinion, it isn’t exactly fulfilling to look back at the hours spent on my phone each week. […]
Stay Home Club with Jill Kennedy: August 24-30
Hey! How’s your week starting off? It’s an exciting one with Capital Pride on the go with a slew of virtual events and festivities you can check out. I know, it feels like we were just here doing the Stay Home Club thing, but I’m heading off for a few days to get in some staycation and […]
Stay Home Club with Jill Kennedy: July 20-26
It’s been a week of mixed emotions here in the capital. We’ve seen a rise in COVID-19 cases as local businesses and Ottawa favourites like Mayfair Theatre, the Canadian War Museum and Canadian Museum of History and the Bytowne Museum open their doors for the first time since March. With these two very different moods […]