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Undoubtedly, Ottawa has a vibrant music and arts scene, with something for everyone in our little big city. But the question of accessibility arises – how can we explore local musicians and artists? And how can they come together to create and collaborate? Also, we know to support local with coffee shops and restaurants, but […]

Two hours of fresh local music. Updated weekly by apt613.ca music writers.

Longtime Ottawa band Zoo Legacy is back!

Every first Monday of the month, Apartment613 publishes the coolest #ottarts #ottjobs we hear about.

Well, we blinked and it’s September. That means two things: pumpkin spice and back to school.

This week’s geotour starts and ends where the Rideau Canal enters the Ottawa River, just below the Chateau Laurier. The tour will feature a moderate walk or bike ride between two provinces and reveal the history of why the Rideau Canal ends where it does.

Have you ever wondered why it was called Mer Bleue, since it’s neither a sea nor particularly blue?

Locations will be announced in the coming weeks.

Here, Jacqui talks about creating opportunities for performers of colour in Ottawa’s theatre scene and providing a safe space for vulnerability in young storytellers.

Stage 3 is still a weird place to be so be sure to balance your mental and physical health with joyful activities while practicing distancing and relentless hand washing!

Why rocks? Well, because they were there,” says John Felice Ceprano, reflecting on the stone balancing structures he has created at Remic Rapids for the past 34 summers.