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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

2025 People’s Choice winner brings the 1950s up to date

A reimagined mid-century bungalow with a surprising loft takes the trophy.

GUEST COLUMN

How to make a new home yours

Designer Sue Pitchforth shares her journey moving into a new home with tips for easy changes.

FROM THE EXPERTS

Will your doors keep out intruders?

Probably not, writes Steve Maxwell. Here’s why and how to fix the problem.

Ottawa’s 2025 Housing Design Awards

Stunning designs offer plenty of inspiration at this year’s design excellence awards.

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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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Tips & Advice