Long-time businessman Dave Longbottom is a man who is deeply proud of his Ottawa roots. In fact, he loves this city so much he decided to turn his passion for craft beer into a full-fledged brewery. Flora Hall Brewery has been pouring pints for just over a month now, but Longbottom says he’s already accomplished what he set out to do — create a central meeting spot in Centretown. Here’s the story: Special thanks to Dave Longbottom,...
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In this Twenty-Fifth Hour rant, Aaron Hemens discusses the controversial Bill 62. The Quebec legislation bans head-coverings to access certain public services, such as going to the library or taking the bus. Aimed at a small minority of Muslim women who wear the niqab in the French-Canadian province, the law is now being contested in court as being anti-constitutional. Produced by Rory Gilheany and Aaron Hemens....
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Our second show is already here. We braved the cold winds and heavy rainfall of early November to bring you a special episode of the Twenty-Fifth Hour: Campus Edition. This week we have a plethora of stories to share, from a Church struggling to stay open to a Syrian refugee finding work at a Shawarma restaurant. New this time around is a rant by Aaron Hemens on Quebec’s face-covering law, now being challenged in court for being...
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Many university students know what it’s like to struggle in class, but for those who are deaf or hard of hearing, getting a post-secondary education can be even harder. American Sign Language interpreters can make a world of a difference, but unfortunately there are still hurdles that deaf and hard of hearing students have to overcome. Bruce Hamm is one of the Disability Coordinators at the Paul Menton Centre. He is in charge...
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Gravy, cheese curds, and comradery mix well at Three Brothers Poutine and Shawarma, where co-owner Joseph Karakouzian makes an effort to hire Syrian refugees. Flavour and family are at the forefront as Karakouzian works alongside the young men, teaching them English, and making delicious poutine every day of the week. Alaa Alhamasneh is a Syrian refugee who came to Canada in the winter of 2016. Like many of the staff at 3Brothers, he...
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For Ben Williamson, a first year Carleton student living with CP, university seemed out of reach until very recently. He thanks Susan Burhoe and the generosity of the people in Ottawa for helping him achieve his dreams. Williamson says he wants to be the last person to go through what he has experienced in his life. Produced by Amy Cook, Rachel Dale, and Nick Laws Thanks to Ben Williamson and Susan Burhoe Music by...
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Canada’s capital is a political city known for being a great place to raise a family. Its living conditions are considered reputable. And yet, in Ottawa, there is a social housing crisis. Many of the “affordable” homes available face crime, violence and substance abuse every day — and yet, to live in such conditions, there’s still a long waitlist. This short documentary explores the lives of two mothers, Leïla and Stephanie, who...
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