Artisan insurance agency opens in Hintonburg

By: Keegan On

Ottawa’s trendiest neighbourhood just got a little more hip. Last week a small insurance agency opened up that specializes in rather peculiar kinds of coverage.

“The world is constantly changing,” says Tzipi Rockwell, founder of Artisan Insurance Agency. “We aim to protect people who lead alternative lifestyles; the types of people who push boundaries and live life to the fullest. For years these trendsetters have operated without insurance, but today they can rest easy knowing that they are safe.”

While Ms. Rockwell was vague about what her agency covers, their website lists the following types of coverage:

• Unforeseen damages to facial hair 
• Fixed gear bike repair
• Craft beer hops protection
• Longboard collision coverage
• Earlobe reconstruction
• Ironic tattoo copyright

#83 - Joe Stouffclair

Joe Stouffclair sat down with us this week, to discuss some of the antics going on when he supply teaches, he discusses his experience growing up with 8 siblings, and he even sings us his hit song about OC Transpo, Articulated Dreams (starts at 20:39).

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Which local craft beer would you like to see on tap across Ottawa?

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Beer:

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Refugees agree with Saskatchewan's Premier

By: Amaan Bashir

Recently-landed Syrian refugees are thankful for comments made by the Saskatchewan Premier.

In late November, Premier Brad Wall urged the federal government to suspend its plan to bring 25,000 Syrian refugees to Canada by year-end, citing safety and security concerns. Syrian refugees claim to have no issues with Premier Wall’s stance, stating that Saskatchewan is not a suitable destination for refugees...or anyone, for that matter.

“I just fled a desolate wasteland, I’m not looking to relocate to another one,” explained Adnan Ali, who is moving his family of four to Ottawa’s east end. “I’m tired of unlicensed guns, terrible football teams, and being unable to grow anything for my family.”

Many seem to agree with Mr. Ali, hoping to make the best of this new chapter. Ottawans have risen to the occasion, supporting local shelters and family centres to help facilitate refugee settlement in Canada’s capital city.

“I feel blessed to see so much support from the community,” continued Ali, “I’m particularly excited to experience Canadian culture in Ottawa. I already have my RedBlacks jersey. Can you imagine if I had to cheer for the Roughriders? That would have been terrible.”