The Ottawa real estate market continues to see stability and growth as we move forward into 2014, according to the latest sales statistics from the Ottawa Real Estate Board. While the sales stats from April 2014 show a decrease of 3.9 percent in year-over-year sales, more properties changed hands in April than in March. Additionally, […]
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, […]
It’s tulip season again in the Capital! The Canadian Tulip Festival kicks off May 9th in Ottawa and will continue until the 19th. Every year, local residents and visitors alike look forward to North America’s largest Tulip Festival, a tradition originating from the Dutch Royal Family’s gift of tulips for Canada’s role in spearheading the […]
With the snow finally melting, the weather warming, evening light and the Ottawa senators out of the playoffs, expectations point to an active spring surge with buyers taking advantage of great mortgage rates and ample inventory to choose from. Ottawa’s hottest ‘hoods right now are Hintonburg and Wellington Village, and for those shopping for an […]
As the nation’s capital, Ottawa’s well-known for its impressive heritage buildings and national landmarks, and highly anticipated annual events like Winterlude and the Tulip Festival never disappoint. Both residents and visitors alike have plenty to choose from when looking for new things to do across the city. But lately it seems that everyone’s been talking […]
Directed by Jo Marr and written by Maher Baroud, “Going Thru a Thing” is a comical account of a middle-age man who quickly learns that growing up never stops, and that one can always change their path. Filmed in Bells Corners in 2010, the film featured an actress from Stittsville. Sammy, played by the Stittsville […]
Situated within the Overbrook neighbourhood at the end of Donald Street, is a hidden gem in Ottawa – the Rideau Tennis Club. This unique and historic tennis club has been a fixture since 1912. The club is open all year round and provides 19 outdoor tennis courts during the summer and 8 courts during the winter months, […]
Overlooking the Ottawa River, LeBreton Flats is one of the most popular Ottawa Walking District inner cities. With over forty percent of the community reserved for parks and open areas, this neighbourhood has an abundance of space for pedestrians to enjoy the outdoors. Many residents can be found biking or skating to nearby shops and […]
Where else in Ottawa can you have Pho for lunch, Korean barbecue for dinner, visit the Canadian War Museum, take a stroll along the picturesque Ottawa River, and sit down in a Bubble Tea shop– all in the same day while never taking a car or bus?
Looking for a special and unique place to live, dine and enjoy? Tired of the same places and architecture? Have a creative mind of an artist at heart or in profession? Wondering if there is a neighbourhood in Ottawa that will captivate you with its remarkable own character and spirit? Welcome to Hintonburg – discover […]
