Home & Garden

Is your home insurance company stealing money from you?

Believe it or not, the overwhelming majority of homeowners out there in the Canada are paying a lot more for their home insurance than they should be – than they could be – and a lot of it has to…

Home & Garden

Five Ways You’ll Know If A House Isn’t For You

0 Ann Torres

Knowing whether or not your should buy that home may come down to recognizing the problems with the home. If you can spot the signs that may cost you money–or your life-right away, then you’ll be better prepared to make…

Business

Local Business Profile: Scheel Window & Door

0 Faith Murray

My husband and I were first time home buyers this past fall. There’s a certain magic to being a first time home buyer, a certain element of “wow we’ve really grown up now!” and a certain weight of responsibility. We…

Helpful Tips

Get out That Red Wine Stain – No Fuss No Hassle

0 Andrew MacDonald

You come home from a long day at work, have dinner and put the kids to bed. And then you pull out your favorite bottle and want nothing more than putting your feet up, curling up with your partner and…

Home & Garden

5 Surprising Kitchen Cabinet Ideas

0 Amanda Murray

Since kitchens are one of the most utilized rooms, they can become more like the showpiece of your entire home. So instead of opting for those modern trends that display subtle hues and chilled accents, why not make it stand…

Home & Garden

5 Great Ways to Enjoy Time in Your Backyard

0 Ann Torres

A backyard holds a lot of potential. However, without some inspiration, it can be challenging to figure out how to best utilize the space you have. With that in mind, let’s take a moment to review five great ways you…

Families & Parenting

How to Protect and Clean Rugs: Tips for Pet Owners

0 Ann Torres

Pets, especially cats and dogs, are a popular fixture in family homes across North America. While our furry friends can add life, fun and companionship to the home, they can also bring with them a hefty mess that we then…

Helpful Tips

5 Reasons to Invest in a Metal Roof

0 Ann Torres

Many Ottawa homeowners are trading in their traditional asphalt roofing shingles for new metal roofing options, recommended by expert contractors including Mike Holmes. If your roof is in need of updates and you are still weighing the pros and cons…

Home & Garden

Five Spring Cleaning Steps You Probably Missed

0 Ann Torres

Typically, those who don’t disregard spring cleaning only focus on the big jobs, such as vacuuming, Ottawa replacement windows, and dusting. There are many little jobs that are important to clean and maintain your house that are often overlooked or…

Home & Garden

Sustainable Condo Living in Ottawa

0 Ann Torres

Earth Day is only one month away. Though we should all live an eco-friendly lifestyle year-round, these tips can help you embrace the green philosophy at home as we strive to make our planet healthier. You’re probably familiar with the…

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- New benefits for workers hurt by pandemic hits speed bump in Senate 01 Oct 2020 00:21 CTV News OTTAWA -- After being rushed through the House of Commons in a single day, a bill authorizing new benefits for workers impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic has hit a speed bump in the Senate. Sen. Marc Gold, the government's representative in the Senate, …
- Feds investigating claims Canadian technology being used in Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict 01 Oct 2020 00:21 CTV News OTTAWA -- Foreign Affairs Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne has ordered an investigation into allegations Canadian technology is being used in drones that are targeting Armenians in the ongoing Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict in the disputed Nagorno- …
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- PM Trudeau, other leaders condemn white supremacy in wake of Trump's refusal to do so 01 Oct 2020 00:21 CTV News OTTAWA -- U.S. President Donald Trump refused to condemn white supremacy during his debate against former U.S. vice-president Joe Biden on Tuesday. Now, Canada's political leaders are all speaking out against the issue of white supremacy — one that …
- Ottawa argues youth-led climate change lawsuit too broad to be tried in court 30 Sep 2020 23:52 CBC/Radio-Canada Federal lawyers argue that a lawsuit alleging the Canadian government has violated the charter rights of 15 youth is far too broad to be heard in court and should be thrown out. The case, La Rose et al. v. Her Majesty the Queen, was initially filed on Oct. …
- 'End of an era' as Renfrew County Fiddlers play their final gig 30 Sep 2020 23:18 Pembroke Observer & News Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke MPP John Yakabuski said the recent performance by the Renfrew County Fiddlers marked the, “end of an era.” He was referring to the announcement by the Renfrew County Fiddlers that the Sunday, Sept. 20 performance was the swan …
- City council unanimously votes to tighten restrictions at Toronto bars, restaurants 30 Sep 2020 23:14 680News Toronto City Council has approved new measures to further curb the spread of COVID-19 in bars and restaurants. The board has unanimously voted to impose new measures at bars and restaurants, including reducing the number of patrons from 100 to 75 and the …
- COVID bonus money flowing to some health workers, delayed for others 30 Sep 2020 23:11 CBC/Radio-Canada Although bonus pay for some essential health-care workers involved in Nova Scotia's COVID-19 response has already gone out, others will have to wait beyond the anticipated arrival date to get their money. In May, the province announced it had reached a …
- Nova Scotia teen hopes climate-change lawsuit isn't derailed by federal challenge 30 Sep 2020 23:11 CBC/Radio-Canada The lone Nova Scotian in a lawsuit against the federal government over climate change has looked at the warming oceans and storms around Nova Scotia, and says he just wants to be heard. Ira Reinhart-Smith, 16, is one of the 15 children and teens from …