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Top tips for holding sustainable events in Ottawa
These days, sustainable events are on the minds of many event planners, as well as attendees. The goal is for planners and participants to both take…
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Go green at Casino Lac-Leamy Conference Centre
Looking for an eco-friendly venue for your next corporate event? Look no further than the Casino Lac-Leamy Conference Centre . Recognizing the need to…
Canoeing Rideau Canal
Our commitment to sustainability
Ottawa Tourism is dedicated to encouraging responsible travel and creating a positive benefit in our community through tourism.
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Ottawa is easily accessible
Ottawa is centrally located in the province of Ontario.
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2SLGBTQ+ in Ottawa
Ottawa is an inclusive and diverse destination that welcomes all visitors with open arms. The city’s walkable and vibrant downtown offers easy access…
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Why you should host your tech event in Ottawa
According to the CBRE, 2020 Tech Talent Report , Canada’s capital has the highest tech talent concentration in North America. Ottawa outperforms high…
Hub 350
Hub350: A focal point for Ottawa’s technology sector
Canada’s capital has been a major technology hub for decades. Now, a new multipurpose coworking and meeting space in the city’s Kanata North…
Byward Market view from the Andaz Hotel Cooper, Spirits and Sights
Ottawa Attracts Top Tech Talent
Ottawa continues to attract the wandering eye of some top tech talent out of the United States. According to new data released by job search website…
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Special exhibits
Special exhibits are always plentiful at Ottawa-area museums.
Le Cordon Bleu
Delegate-friendly culinary experiences in Ottawa
Ottawa’s unique restaurants, tours and food events offer endless ways to impress delegates and business travelers. The vibrant and evolving culinary…
Rideau Canal - cycling
Top 20 Ottawa Summertime Experiences for Conference Delegates
Ottawa, Canada’s Capital, is a vibrant city that offers various experiences for visitors. With its rich history, cultural attractions and stunning…
Rideau Canal
Ottawa’s top natural wonders
Ottawa, Canada’s capital city, is an urban and vibrant destination where you’ll find many cultural attractions, delectable restaurants and lots of…
Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival
Celebrate Indigenous culture in Ottawa
Celebrate National Indigenous History Month this June in Ottawa, Ontario.
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