Caroline Phillips

Caroline Phillips is the journalist, writer and social correspondent behind OBJsocial.

Up Close: Armando Giannetti on how Ottawa’s family-owned Preston Hardware has got it nailed

Ottawa

In an era when hardware stores are increasingly of the big-box variety, Preston Hardware remains Canada’s largest independent hardware store.

Ottawa Philanthropy Awards filled with laughs, tears and enduring inspiration

Eight recipients were honoured for their outstanding contributions of time, money and/or expertise toward making our community a better place for all.

Cha-ching: RBC gifts $2.25M to Ottawa Hospital

RBC skipped the ATM machine and went straight to cutting a big cheque when it came to announcing its $2.25-million gift for The Ottawa Hospital

Adam Kane (left) and Rick Chase recently joined Ottawa-based Gifford Carr Insurance Group. Photo by Caroline Phillips

People on the Move: Two seasoned professionals join Gifford Carr Insurance Group

Ottawa, Human Resources, People on the Move

When Rick Chase and Adam Kane were separately contacted by an Ottawa recruiter as ideal candidates for a couple of job positions, the men were

Christie Lake Kids gala nets $138K to connect inner-city kids with sports and culture

The evening raised a net total of $138,200 for Christie Lake Kids’ STAR (Skills Through Arts and Recreation) program run in 12 locations in 10

Record-breaker alert: Blue Door Gala raises $350K for Ottawa Mission

Last night’s Blue Door Gala for The Ottawa Mission was like stepping through a portal of compassion: one that leads to a brighter future for

Small and intimate Grinch Dinner raises $36K-plus for Shepherds of Good Hope

Winter wasn’t the only thing that arrived early this week. So did the Grinch Dinner in support of the Shepherds of Good Hope. The popular

Black Tie Bingo keeps ball rolling, supports specialized care at Bruyère

Under the B, for Bahamas. That’s where Giselle Bergeron-Raganold will eventually be headed after winning the trip at Black Tie Bingo for the Bruyère Foundation,

Star soprano Renée Fleming dazzles ’em at National Arts Centre Gala

All female opera singers are technically divas but, as Renée Fleming proved last night, not all come with prima donna attitudes.

Canadian businesswoman and social entrepreneur Zita Cobb talks leadership

Ottawa

Former Ottawa high-tech executive Zita Cobb spoke about what leadership meant to her while delivering the 17th anniversary of the Ivey Business School’s Thomas d’Aquino