Catherine McLaughlin

A fundraiser with real horsepower: Spurs & Sparkles raises $104K for Queensway Carleton Hospital

For the third year in the row, company president Terry McLaughlin and his trusty team won the competition held during Spurs & Sparkles, a fundraising

Canine ambassador Stewart (front) is the focus of a new children's book, launched Friday, June 28, 2024, at the Fairmont Château Laurier with, from left, illustrator Emelia Vincelette, hotel employee and author Lee Power, Fairmont Château Laurier general manager Geneviève Dumas and director of sales and marketing Lori Wagner. Photo by Caroline Phillips

How the Château Laurier’s dog became a literary star

The Fairmont Château Laurier’s canine ambassador is the focus of a charming new children’s book that’s raising money for Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind.

The Château Laurier’s Catherine McLaughlin on imposter syndrome, volunteering and working in a ‘frickin’ castle every day’

Almost two months into the new role, Catherine McLaughlin feels acclimated enough to discuss her position. “I’m honestly loving it,” she said in an interview.

Local businesses shine spotlight on Ottawa Heart Institute’s Heart Month

The annual February is Heart Month campaign is a way for the University of Ottawa Heart Institute (UOHI) Foundation to raise funds in support of

Spurs and Sparkles back in the saddle to support Queensway Carleton Hospital

There wasn’t a single long face to be found — except for the equine variety — at the Spurs and Sparkles benefit that returned last

Trees of Hope for CHEO fundraiser brings magic of Christmas to Fairmont Château Laurier

Organizers switch to virtual, in-person hybrid event and move silent auction items online

Blue ribbon finish for Wesley Clover Parks’ equestrian soirée in aid of Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation

Organizers have really raised the bar with a creative new soirée that promotes the equestrian sport of show jumping, while also helping out the Ottawa