The Kichi Zibi, or Ottawa River, has been the heart of Algonquin territory from time immemorial. The name Ottawa likely comes from the Algonquin word “adawe,” which means “to trade.” The fur trade was prominent in the early years of European settlement, while lumber was king for much of the 19th century. Today, a large number of Ottawa and Gatineau residents work in the public service.
This seems to be a question that many people ask themselves these days. With work, school, children, relationships and chores taking up most of our time, there is always something that needs to be done, and the constant feeling of playing catch-up leaves little time for yourself. If you’ve been feeling this way, you are not alone.
Statistics Canada's look at the week.
It’s that time of year again… tax season is upon us! In the coming weeks, individuals and businesses in Canada will be preparing to declare their income and benefits received in 2024.
February 10 to 16 marks Sexual Health Week in Canada. This annual campaign raises awareness on sexual and reproductive health and promotes resources to improve community health in Canada.
There is no way for us to track or measure the amount of love in Canada, although we do know there is a lot. Love is shown and felt in many different ways, and Valentine’s Day reminds us that no matter where you are, love will likely be in the air. We did find some special places in Canada that might just have a little extra love to spare…
Statistics Canada's look at the week.
"Don't turn that dial" is an old catchphrase that encouraged radio listeners to stay tuned for the latest music, promotion or breaking news. Stay tuned for a brief overview of the $1.1 billion private radio broadcasting industry in 2023…coming right up.
Though it may be a little trickier in the wintertime, biking is an excellent mode of active transportation used by many Canadians to get around.
The share of Canadians reporting French as their first official language fell from 27.2% in 1971 to 21.3% in 2021, with much of the decline occurring in regions outside of Quebec. To maintain thriving Francophone communities across Canada, 24 Welcoming Francophone Communities have been established in Francophone and Acadian communities outside of Quebec since 2018 to help French-speaking newcomers settle and build new lives. Let’s take a look at how immigrants were faring in the welcoming Francophone communities of Edmundston, New Brunswick, and Hawkesbury, Ontario, at the time of the 2021 Census of Population.
