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How to optimize your outdoor spaces

Our homes' outdoor spaces can bring us a raft of benefits.
Guest Column

Grammacore is all the rage

Sue Pitchforth explains what it is and why it’s become so popular, particularly among young adults
Featured Expert

Are wooden cutting boards unsafe?

Steve Maxwell debunks a misleading advertisement about the dangers of wood and plastic cutting boards.

Ottawa firms win three national awards

2026 CHBA National Awards for Housing Excellence honour local projects.

Ottawa’s 2026 One of One awards

The second annual grassroots event celebrates colour and creativity in interior design.
From the experts

How to choose a bathroom vanity

A 10-step designer’s guide from Laurysen Kitchens’ Rachael Price.
From the experts

Why pressure-treated wood rots

Although it’s made to last a long time outdoors, it still rots. Here’s what you can do about it.

2026 waste depots set for household hazardous items

One-day drop-offs organized by the City of Ottawa are set to resume.

Ottawa calendar of homes-related events

Tours, events and other happenings related to Ottawa and homes.
From the experts

Changing our home’s spaces

Got a room you don’t love? Give it a new purpose, writes Sue Pitchforth.

Ottawa companies vie for 21 national awards

Local builders, renovators and others compete for national trophies in May.
From the experts

Do you have ghosts?

What's the difference between thermal ghosting and mould?

Outdoor and home improvement inspiration

A record number of exhibitors are on tap at the 2026 Home and Garden Show.
From the experts

How lighting shapes the way your home feels

Amsted shares 2026 trends, DIY upgrades and planning lighting for your renovation in this guest column.
From the experts

5 ways to avoid an appliance repair

Proper — and regular — maintenance of your appliances will keep them running smoother and longer, writes Doctor Appliance Repair.

Outdoor living mini magazine

This downloadable collection offers tips, ideas and inspiration for your outdoor spaces.

Rebuilding their lives after a fire

An Arnprior family lost everything in a house fire. They share their journey and their advice.

How to prevent, survive and recover from a house fire

From everyday cooking habits to escape plans and recovery steps, fire safety starts long before smoke fills a room.

Battery fire hazard

Household batteries could cause a serious fire if improperly stored in your home or elsewhere.

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