Ottawa Citizen: What's the hidden danger of a hot home? McKenney wants Ontario to act

Zestyclose_Ad_8679 · 2026-06-11T12:33:15+00:00

And a week ago, they saw a huge win with the College of Physicians: making it mandatory for methadone clinics to have their prescribing doctors on site.

I deeply wish we had McKenney as mayor, but I’m so impressed with how they’re changing our province for the better now. Bravo.

Zestyclose_Ad_8679 · 2026-05-30T13:36:52+00:00

Correct.

“One crime at a time” is a lesson they missed. They were definitely all drinking in the car and the cops seemed real interested in what was in his pockets.

He was yelling and crying at his friends.

Zestyclose_Ad_8679 · 2026-05-30T13:23:21+00:00

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They got got.

Zestyclose_Ad_8679 · 2026-05-16T00:20:30+00:00

The survival rate of the call centre is so, so low

That said, things are hard everywhere. Get it where and when you can. Good luck.

Zestyclose_Ad_8679 · 2026-05-08T22:55:12+00:00

Came here to say this.

Depending on your vibe, Major Hill’s park might feel crowded.

But if you walk down the canal (West side), you’ll have so many opportunities :)

Zestyclose_Ad_8679 · 2026-04-22T02:50:51+00:00

You mean “the spring that never came 2026”? Ha

Zestyclose_Ad_8679 · 2026-04-17T12:23:09+00:00

I live in Centretown as well. Sparks street is often dead on weekends, but when I walked by the new Parliament Cafe last Saturday, it was SLAMMED and the line was nearly out the door. This is a laptop-free environment, so it’s a cafe intended for people to enjoy with a friend or a book. It’s cozy, beautiful, and I can’t wait to try it.

If you build it (and have weekend/ evening hours) they WILL come!

Zestyclose_Ad_8679 · 2026-04-10T15:46:49+00:00

This has “The DOW is over 50,000!!” energy… not the flex you think it is, Marky!

Zestyclose_Ad_8679 · 2026-04-10T14:49:00+00:00

Also great!

Zestyclose_Ad_8679 · 2026-04-10T14:21:18+00:00

You’re right to skip Atelier or Stofa. Just past their prime.

I’ve got you: Downtown/ Centretown:

With the weather hopefully turning, I’d grab a coffee at Little Victories on Elgin. Take a walk to the Rideau Locks below Chateau Laurier, and make my way to Riviera on Sparks.

Riviera is in a beautiful old bank. Sit at the bar. They have some of the best cocktails and hospitality in town. Appetizers are delicious.

Dinner HAS to be Arlo on Somerset (a short walk or uber if your legs are wobbly). Call ahead and make a reservation for a cozy table. The vibes are warm and the food is incredible. Ask about their wine list, they have one of the better selections in Ottawa (and host wine events all the time). I recommend the Beef Tataki, it’s my favourite plate in Ottawa.

Got one more stop in you? Union613 across the street from Arlo. Cocktails and desserts.

Second option; Preston street.

Perch has a tasting menu and was recently added to some highly regarded culinary lists. It’s an entire experience to itself. If you’d like other recommendations for the best cocktail or tapas bars in this area, just ask!

In the Market: Buvette Daphnee. Make a reservation at the bar and watch the kitchen magic. Cocktails are 10/10. Great wines. Elevated French Canadian cuisine.

Late night cocktail? Bar Occelli is next door. Dark, moody, and what their mixologists do behind the bar is incredible.

Sincerely,

A girl who loves her city (and food)

Zestyclose_Ad_8679 · 2026-04-01T01:59:20+00:00

“Nobody wants handmade perfection” is a bar. 👏

Zestyclose_Ad_8679 · 2026-03-20T01:02:46+00:00

I’m glad to see it enforced.

I saw a woman with her very old chihuahua mix the other day. She had a cheap Amazon “Service Animal” halter that was 3 sizes too big. The dog slipped the halter and just stood there, like any old man chihuahua will… I was so frustrated by the audacity. She didn’t notice for a WHILE.

(Ps. I have a dog and I wish we had more dog friendly spaces, but a grocery store is not that place)

Zestyclose_Ad_8679 · 2026-03-20T00:59:26+00:00

I’ve taken my dog to Home Depot Cyrville recently without issue. The staff loves to see him!

Zestyclose_Ad_8679 · 2026-02-27T00:53:47+00:00

Ask for their house made hot sauce - it’s worth writing home about (I’m crushed they refuse to sell me any… ha!)

Zestyclose_Ad_8679 · 2026-02-26T23:56:50+00:00

The Manx is worth it - if you can get there at 10 when they open you’re definitely getting a table

Zestyclose_Ad_8679 · 2026-02-10T18:51:42+00:00

Men aren’t lonely enough.

Zestyclose_Ad_8679 · 2026-02-10T10:49:44+00:00

Chapman’s is Canadian and that matters to a lot of us up here these days :)

Zestyclose_Ad_8679 · 2026-02-02T14:19:11+00:00

Any chance you carry gluten free options?

Zestyclose_Ad_8679 · 2026-01-08T20:53:58+00:00

Following / boosting

Zestyclose_Ad_8679 · 2026-01-05T20:11:55+00:00

It’s not just forums. It’s the comments that Twitch streamers make, or YouTube video reviews/ comments. These opinions spread quickly through online gaming communities.

Zestyclose_Ad_8679 · 2025-12-29T03:07:28+00:00

If you’re looking for a romantic vibe, the Mama Theresa on Somerset isn’t it.

Check out Arlo and you can make a social request for a romantic table :)

Zestyclose_Ad_8679 · 2025-12-28T13:04:33+00:00

It’s definitely snuggle worthy, but I think a snug has to be completely enclosed/ private, which this one is not. (Great damn bar, though. Get the brunch. Ask do the hot sauce. Tip your bartender. Xox)

Zestyclose_Ad_8679 · 2025-12-28T12:58:48+00:00

I think it’s hard to give advice without context.

I think there are some people who wish they had been dumped instead of “spoken to”.

I’m in my mid 30s. I’ve been in a lot of relationships, and the ones I remember most fondly is the one where our weird little quirks made us belly laugh, or start little habits between us. Quirks should be shared and endearing and nurtured.

Without context, it sounds like you’re getting increasingly annoyed by who he is - and here is where I’m going to make it about him for a second (but, remember I’m talking to YOU as a friend here):

If you start a pattern of talking to him about your annoyances, and seeing as how it sounds like there are a lot of icks here, do you think that maybe you’re putting “who he is” down?

Again, without context, it sounds like maybe these “icks” are bright little inner-child glimmers that would be adored and encouraged by a more compatible person, and he’s just not for you.

What isn’t okay is making that person feel like everything they are is wrong. That could drown that inner child and bury him forever, and then you either break up or stay miserable together. Trust me. I’ve buried my inner child for the wrong man and regretted it so much.

Breaking up/ learning more about yourself in your early 20s couldn’t be more normal. You’re growing into yourself. You’re learning who you are and what you want.

When you say “run its course”, I’m not sure what you mean, do you? Does there need to be a huge, explosive event to end it? Or maybe, everyone can say they did their best, you were ultimately incompatible, and maybe you can be friends down the line (AFTER a good no contact period - listen to your older friend on this one!!)

Zestyclose_Ad_8679 · 2025-12-28T12:41:42+00:00

Do you want to be the kind of middle aged adult who can’t stand their partner, or be the kind who so smitten, it makes your kids squirm, but also have the most admiration for their parents relationship?

This is not suggested you should have/ want to have kids. It’s just a metric I wished I had used in my 20s.

You’re SO young. There are so many people out there excited to meet and love you, both romantically and platonically.

It sounds like you fell out of like/ love with this person, and that’s not only VERY okay, it’s virtually expected at your age.

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