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Looking to get inspired for your next home-related project? From renovation advice to DIY insights to the latest trends in home décor, the Sleep Country Main Stage designed by Eastern ARIDO Community; presented by Ottawa Citizen, will feature experts from around the industry sharing their knowledge and fresh ideas.

 

 

 

Main Stage Schedule

Thursday, October 1

2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Bethel McMaster, BScN RN, Director of Intake and Business Development, INTERGRAcare 

3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Anita Murray, President and Co-Founder, All Things Home

A Sneak Peek into Award-Worthy Ottawa Homes

5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Craig Hindson, Loving Life Chiropractic 

Bulletproof Your Lower Back - Essential Spine-Saving Tips for Renovating and Living Pain-Free at Home

 

Friday, October 2

11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Anita Murray, President and Co-Founder, All Things Home

A Sneak Peek into Award-Worthy Ottawa Homes

1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Lindsay Haley, General Manager, Amsted

Designing your Home with Intention

2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Patrick Barker, Director of Social Enterprise Operation and Development, Habitat For Humanity 

The ReStore is Right $: A Win for You, the Community and the Environment! 

4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Chris Palmer

How to Save Time and Money on your Bathroom Renovation

6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Sarah Richardson, Designer, Entrepreneur and TV Personality

 

Saturday, October 3

10:20 a.m. - 10:40 a.m.Julianna Labelle - Performer 
11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.

Patrick Barker, Director of Social Enterprise Operation and Development, Habitat For Humanity 

The ReStore is Right $: A Win for You, the Community and the Environment! 

12:00 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.

Chris Palmer

How to Save Time and Money on your Bathroom Renovation

1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Sarah Richardson, Designer, Entrepreneur and TV Personality

2:20 p.m. - 2:40 p.m.

Julianna Labelle - Performer 

3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Sandra-Lynn Thomson, Owner and Designer, Thomson's Edge Kitchen and Bath 

Upcoming Trends in Kitchens and Bathrooms

4:20 p.m. - 4:40 p.m.

Julianna Labelle - Performer 

 

Sunday, October 4

10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Craig Hindson, Loving Life Chiropractic 

Bulletproof Your Lower Back - Essential Spine-Saving Tips for Renovating and Living Pain-Free at Home

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Lindsay Haley, General Manager, Amsted

Designing your Home with Intention

1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Nick Karrandjas, Design Build Consultant, Ottawa General Contractors 

Your Home Has Been Rezoned—Now What? Ottawa’s New Zoning Explained

3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Wil Beardmore, President and Founder, Bluewater Energy Inc.

The Home That Powers Itself: Solar, Battery Storage & the Future of Net Zero Living