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Coverage of Ottawa’s major events and the city’s social scene including fundraising galas and important community causes.

The Fairmont Château Laurier has got a new GM — and he’s shaking things up

Hotel plans to get its own dog, revamp food and beverage, offer chauffeured car service and extend outdoor patio season

Refugee 613’s Kindness of Strangers night shares exceptional stories of hope, compassion and inclusion

Former governor general David Johnston shared his stories, wisdom and insight with a crowd of about 150 people Tuesday at The Kindness of Strangers fundraiser

TD Ottawa JazzFest looks to drum up business, public support following provincial funding cut

While jazz is famous for its improvisation, organizers of the TD Ottawa Jazz Festival have no interest in doing it solo as they deal with

Just when you thought Wabano’s Igniting the Spirit Gala couldn’t get any better, along comes Alan Doyle

Canadian singer, cultural dancers wow sold-out crowd at signature fundraiser for Wabano Centre for Aboriginal Health

Urbandale marks 60th anniversary by quietly donating $600,000 to Ottawa charities

Company consents to public announcement in order to boost awareness, inspire future philanthropy

Algonquin College’s Cheryl Jensen celebrated for being a ‘truly authentic leader’

Jensen to return to Hamilton to join family after completing five-year term as president

Ottawa Arts Council’s Peter Honeywell honoured for dedication, passion and advocacy for the arts

Outgoing executive director retires this month after 28 years at local organization

Mealshare adds 28 more Ottawa restaurants to its roster

Members of Ottawa’s restaurant community gathered at Queen St. Fare on Tuesday night to celebrate the largest-ever expansion launch in Mealshare history