Canadian Heritage announced Tuesday, January 11th that all in-person Winterlude activities are cancelled with public health and safety in mind. This includes the Snowflake Kingdom in Jacques-Cartier Park in Gatineau. However, the second annual National Ice Carving Competition will continue on February 5th and 6th, 2022. Ice sculptures from talents across the country will be on display virtually throughout February […]
Winterlude will make its in-person return in 2022 with COVID-19 protocols in place. The beloved celebration highlights the beauty of Ottawa and Gatineau while showcasing local artistic talents and businesses. Next year’s festivities will mark the second annual National Ice Carving Competition on February 5th and 6th, 2022. Ice sculptures from talents across the country […]
Feeling overwhelmed with all of the holiday events in the capital this year? There’s an easy way to keep costs down while keeping it festive! A sound and light show called “Christmas Lights Across Canada” returns to Parliament Hill this December. It’s a free fifteen-minute outdoor show, projected onto Centre Block, that plays every night […]
It’s always encouraged to shop local when you can, especially in recent times when small businesses need all the support they can get. But what’s better than supporting local businesses? Supporting Indigenous owned businesses in your community. Here’s a list of five great ones in the Ottawa/Gatineau area you should check out next time you’re […]
Hoping to see the changing leaves this autumn? The National Capital Commission is making it even easier to do so. They’re bringing back their free Red Line shuttle service from downtown Ottawa to Gatineau Park starting Saturday, October 2nd. The shuttle stops at many of the park’s most adored spots, including Pink Lake, the Champlain […]
Getting paid to learn how to work with 3D printers and textiles sounds too good to be true, right? Well, not at the Onaki Fab Lab in Gatineau. The Onaki Fab Lab offers lessons on a wide variety of both tactile and digital tools. Stéphane Lévesque of the Fab Lab sat down with ELMNT-FM‘s Aiden […]
Keolis Canada‘s transit service, the Orléans Express is offering a new interprovincial connecting route this summer. The route will make stops in Ottawa, Gatineau and Montreal four times daily, beginning Thursday, July 8th. Learn more here. Image Credit: Keolis Canada
You’ll be able to enjoy a gorgeous fireworks display this summer! Casino Lac-Leamy has partnered with the Canadian Museum of History to bring back Sound of Light. The fireworks festival is bringing new dimensions to the evening with food trucks and bars on site, as well as interactive activities for families to enjoy. A ticket will […]
Another heat wave is upon us! If you’re struggling with the heat, we’ve got lots of tips and tricks for you to stay cool, even without an air conditioner. Head to one of Ottawa’s cooling centres. Jay put together a list. Check it out here. Stay hydrated It may seem simple but drinking your daily […]
Ottawa Police have begun screening travelers from Quebec at all Ottawa-area interprovincial border crossings. The measures, announced Friday, came into effect at midnight. Only those coming into Ontario for work, medical care, transportation of goods and exercising Indigenous treaty rights will be allowed through the crossings. Officers will be stationed on a 24-7 basis on […]