Ottawa, Ontario is Canada’s capital and located on the traditional lands of the Anishinabeg Algonquin. The amalgamated city encompasses rural and urban scenic beauty and contains some of Canada’s best attractions, such as the War Memorial and War Museum, Parliament, the UNESCO Rideau Canal, and many more museums and outdoor activities.

It is situated in the National Capital region, a region that includes the City of Gatineau in the province of Quebec, and on the boundary of one of Canada’s best National Parks, the Gatineau Park.

Canadian cuisine and potent potables capture the multi-cultural dimensions of the three founding nations of First Nations, France and Great Britain mingled with waves of immigration from the rest of the world.

For those of a more active bent, you can try running or cycling along the Rideau Canal, rafting on the nearby River, zipline across the river from Ottawa to Quebec. Feel free to check out Canadian culture in the national museums or take in a hockey, soccer or lacrosse game.

More information on Ottawa and a local online paper that provides a flavour overview of current community perspectives can be found below: