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Ottawa bike messenger says job has taken on new meaning in last year

Jeff Valiquette has been a bike messenger for nearly 20 years, delivering everything from legal writs to late-night snacks.

May 12, 2021 9:00 AM Read more >

Ottawa compounding pharmacies offer alternative to over-the-counter care

While all pharmacists know the basics of compounding, those who work in big box drug stores don't have the time to make drugs anymore, explains Scott Watson of Watson's Pharmacy and Compounding Centre.

Apr 28, 2021 9:00 AM Read more >

'I know the impact flowers have on people:' Ottawa artist launches online floral shop with social agenda

“The local flower movement is growing quickly,” says Kate Punnett.

Apr 21, 2021 9:00 AM Read more >

Former med student continues quest to positively impact Ottawa organic farming industry

“It's not that it's hard to make money in organic farming,” Jonathan Bruderlein of Ottawa Farm Fresh explains. “It's just really easy to not make money.”

Apr 14, 2021 9:42 AM Read more >

Colourful vintage clothing a hot commodity in Ottawa following a 'long, grey year'

Carol and Madison Kelly of Bellwethers Vintage say people are also looking for something nice to wear that costs less money.

Apr 7, 2021 9:00 AM Read more >

April signals official start of ice cream season for Ottawa's The Merry Dairy

Marlene Haley has been dishing out her frozen custard in the capital for almost ten years.

Mar 31, 2021 9:00 AM Read more >

'Disproportionately busy:' Ottawa bike shops like Cycle Power selling as many as they can get

Ken Power and his crew are pedalling hard to keep customers on two wheels.

Mar 24, 2021 9:00 AM Read more >

Former soldier from Arnprior overcoming injury, finding new purpose through Sweetlife Flora nursery

Kristin Topping went looking for a new career after a brain injury took her out of the military. She found Sweetlife Flora after she found herself.

Mar 17, 2021 9:00 AM Read more >

'Business has never been better:' Pandemic bringing customers back to Compact Music

Compact Music says the focus on 'shop local' has really helped the store thrive.

Mar 10, 2021 9:00 AM Read more >

'I'm an ambitious, hard-working guy:' High Ties owner launching seven cannabis stores in Ottawa

Will Chaar is opening locations downtown, in the Glebe and Orléans, in addition to his Embrun storefront.

Mar 3, 2021 9:00 AM Read more >