The Merit, a real estate building built by Charlesfort can easily be characterized as the most exclusive condo in the city. Easily recognizable from several places in the downtown core, its art-deco architecture is very similar to those of the buildings of the major US cities like Philadelphia or Chicago. Built in 2014, it is located off Elgin […]
Ottawa’s status as the national capital makes the city one of the country’s hottest destinations for tourists. Visitors from across Canada and around the world travel to Ottawa each year to appreciate the history, culture, and landscape of the National Capital Region. Ottawa residents love their city and are proud to show off its best […]
Ottawa’s Centretown is one of the most active and vibrant neighbourhoods in the city. Located just south of the Ottawa River and the landmark Parliament Buildings, Centretown is home to the city’s bustling financial district, dozens of OcTranspo transit routes, picturesque urban parks, and dining options including everything from casual lunch spots to more intimate […]
Ottawa’s growth has been a hot topic lately, from the newly unveiled redevelopment site at Lansdowne Park, to discussions on the table for a revitalized Lebreton Flats, to the impact of Ottawa’s LRT on some of the city’s most popular suburban districts. Amidst the continuous growth we’ve seen across Ottawa recently, several new condo developments […]
Anyone living within walking distance of Ottawa’s downtown spent the past week and a half enjoying the sounds of the city’s annual RBC Bluesfest, an outdoor music festival held each year at Lebreton Flats. This year’s line up included concerts by Lady Gaga, The Killers, the Sam Roberts Band, the Barenaked Ladies, and many more. […]
Ottawa is Canada’s capital city, and it’s the place to be for Canada Day festivities! Visitors come to the city from across the country to celebrate Canada in the nation’s capital. Whether you’re looking for an afternoon of family fun, a day in the city with your friends, or a night out on the town, […]
Ottawa has seen some significant condo growth in recent months, with new highrise towers and community-style complexes being built throughout the city. Whether you’d prefer to live in a trendy urban neighbourhood like Westboro, Little Italy, or Centretown, or you’d rather live in a more residential area like New Edinburgh or Alta Vista, Ottawa’s wide […]
Ottawa residents and visitors alike know that when you’re looking for a night out on the town, Elgin Street is the place to be. Elgin is located in the Golden Triangle, just a short walk away from all the sights of downtown Ottawa. Nestled between the edge of vibrant Centretown and the historic Rideau Canal, […]
Ottawa’s Centretown neighbourhood is the heart of the city. There’s always something new and exciting happening downtown, whether it’s a national event at Ottawa’s Parliament Hill or a new restaurant opening up on Bank Street. Surrounded by great neighbourhoods like Hintonburg to the west and The Glebe to the south, along with the close proximity […]
November is a busy time for Ottawa – concerning holidays and festivals, that is. If you’re looking for things to do this month, check out these upcoming events happening soon. Remembrance Day Ceremony Remembrance Day falls on a Sunday this year on November 11. The National Ceremony of Remembrance will begin at 11 a.m. at […]
