Did you know that by making simple changes to how you shop for groceries, you can positively impact the environment? The goal of zero-waste grocery shopping is to reduce and eliminate excess packaging wherever possible. In the short and long run, it’s an easy and cost-effective way of living a little more sustainably and limiting…
Valentine's Day is all about celebrating love – love for our partners, families, and friends! What better way celebrate than a night out on the town? From cozy bistros to romantic fine dining, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you're looking for a quiet evening for two or a group outing with family…
Outdoor winter activities can help improve cardiovascular health, reduce stress and anxiety, and even your improve mood. They’re also a great way to make the cold months more enjoyable! From skating, sledding, skiing, or even just a brisk walk, there is so much to do this season. Whatever your preference is, with the right gear…
Gatineau, Quebec is a wonderful place to live. Home to Gatineau Park, one of the most beautiful greenspaces in North America, and incredible museums, beaches, campgrounds and more. Gatineau is also conveniently located across the river from our Nation’s capital, with easy access to Ottawa’s downtown core. Osgoode Properties offers four distinct apartment rentals in…
At Osgoode Properties, we care about our community – it’s one of our core values. For the past 14 years, Osgoode employees have participated in the Employee Giving Program, an initiative we created to provide our team members with the opportunity to give back to their communities by donating a portion of their pay. All…
Mother Nature has been hard at work creating her fall masterpiece with an array of yellows, reds and oranges beginning to surface in Ottawa’s landscape. While our Osgoode Properties residents are surrounded by fall’s beauty at their doorsteps, there is much more to explore around the city. These gorgeous colours are only here for a…
Thanksgiving typically involves families and friends coming together to eat turkey and celebrate the fall harvest and blessings of the past year. However, there are lots of ways to celebrate that don’t include eating! And thankfully, in the Nation’s Capital, there is no shortage of fun activities for our Osgoode Properties Residents to enjoy the…
Fall is harvest season. Crops are ready to be picked! Leaf lettuce, spinach, mustard, arugula, cress, sorrel, and kale make good fall crops, as do pumpkins, squash, beets, carrots, radishes, and turnips. The best place to access good fall harvest crops? We’re big fans of local markets – and you’ll be sure to have a…
As an Osgoode Properties resident, your carbon footprint may be smaller than most, but there are still so many ways you can contribute towards a “greener” way of life. Sustainable living calls on people to minimize their use of Earth’s resources and reduce the damaging interactions humans have on the environment in order to help…
Not only does Ottawa have a variety of restaurants and tourist attractions, but the city also provides a fantastic atmosphere for those who enjoy being active all year round. Whether it’s a high-intensity workout or yoga with a view, Ottawa has an activity for everyone to enjoy while being easily accessible from our Osgoode properties…