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Home Improvement

From inspiring, information-packed articles about Ottawa renovations to timely home maintenance reminders, you’ll find everything you need to improve and run your home.

Articles

SPOTLIGHT

Creating your outdoor oasis: Tips and inspiration

A home show panel talks outdoor spaces, what makes an oasis and what you should keep in mind when creating yours.

GUEST COLUMN

Creating cosy outdoor spaces you’ll love

Designer Sue Pitchforth shares two outdoor spaces — a backyard retreat and a balcony — to spark your creative juices.

FROM THE EXPERTS

Tips for proper lawn mower maintenance

Getting your mower or lawn tractor ready now means better performance and a longer lasting machine.

Ottawa firms win three national awards

2026 CHBA National Awards for Housing Excellence honour local projects.

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Featured Projects

Projects in the spotlight

If you’re considering a home improvement project or custom home, check out these local projects for ideas and inspiration.

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Maintaining Your Home

Monthly and seasonal to-dos

Regular maintenance keeps your home safe and comfortable and reduces repair costs. Our Ottawa-focused monthly and seasonal to-dos help you stay on track. We even show you how to do many of them!

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