Yasir Naqvi has created a task force to look at ways to revitalize the downtown core subsequent to the pandemic. I first found details of this in an article by the Ottawa Business Journal; that article interviews a few of the task force’s members. An article in the Centretown Buzz provides details on the task […]
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Sherwin-Williams’ 2023 Color of the Year
Sherwin Williams has announced it’s Colour of the Year for 2023. Redend Point (SW-9081). They describe it as a warm blushy beige. I read it works as well inside and outside. Of course in my mind outside colours are regional; what works in Canada, vs the US vs the southern states or Caribbean islands can […]
Home Improvement Projects You Shouldn’t Put Off Despite Inflation
ApartmentTherapy lists 6 home improvement projects you shouldn’t delay in spite of their costs. The list includes: Repairing and Maintaining Gutters and Downspouts Window Repair and Replacement Painting Projects Dryer Vent Cleaning Surge Protection Pressure Washing
Canada’s largest Canadian Tire store opens in Ottawa
Ottawa, more precisely in the Carlingwood area, now has the largest Canadian Tire in Canada. Click here for details. Below is a chart prepared in 2021 showing where Canadian Tire fits with respect. Details here.
Canada home prices post record monthly decline in August
Reuteurs reports on Teranet real estate resale statistics for the month of August. Details here.
Architecture – Rood Screens
While watching the Queen’s funeral services both that Westminster Abbey and at St-George’s Chapel I was intrigued by the screens dividing the church in two. And so evolved today’s post. Let’s first start with definitions: Chancel – where the high altar is located, in the past only the clergy and the choir members were permitted […]
Ottawa rental, condo prices increase to double digits: report
CityNews Everywhere reports that Ottawa rentals have increased double digits in the last year. Condo rentals have also increased but not quite as much. Snapshot details here. Complete details here.
Funeral – Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
Alas tomorrow is Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral a Westminster Abbey. The funeral of a queen whose reign lasted 70 years. A woman who quietly advanced women’s place in the workplace. You can watch the funeral starting at 5am Monday morning on cable. The full schedule can be found here. If you don’t have cable you […]
Canada housing starts fall 3% in August as multi-units decline
The Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) reports it’s figures for August 2022. They report a decline of 3% for August. Details here.
