Canada’s 100 Best Restaurants of 2023 have just been announced and eight spectacular Ottawa restaurants have made the coveted list.
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What’s happening in the Ottawa area
Check out some of the fun events and activities taking place in the Ottawa region this week, including the weekend!
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Celebrate National Indigenous History Month in Ottawa
Celebrate National Indigenous History Month this June in Ottawa, Ontario.

June is National Pride Month — Celebrate in Ottawa!
Here are some of the amazing queer-friendly businesses in Ottawa to help you celebrate Pride month.
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Fun things to do with dads in Ottawa
Celebrate the dad in your life for Father’s Day with these fun activities in Ottawa.

Deep historical roots: the Canadian Tulip Festival
Since 1953, Canada’s capital has been hosting the Canadian Tulip Festival, which is now the largest of its kind in the world. This popular annual…
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Top places to photograph beautiful tulips in Ottawa
Looking for epic tulip photography opportunities in Ottawa? Find out which city parks, attractions and flower farms you should visit this spring.

Celebrate moms in Ottawa all month long
This year let’s honour moms all month long. Ottawa has so many great ways to treat every mom to something special.
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Celebrate Asian Heritage Month in Ottawa
May is Asian Heritage Month and there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate.

Victoria Day weekend fun in Ottawa
Celebrate the May long weekend with events such as the Canadian Tulip Festival, outdoor activities, cultural sites, dining, and more in the Ottawa region!
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Ottawa’s summer music festivals
See big name music stars or up and coming talent at world-class festivals, free events and local happenings during Ottawa’s warm seasons!

May is Museum Month!
Fun fact: Ottawa has seven of Canada’s nine national museums! But did you know, the capital city also has 11 other local museums as well?
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Springtime beauty: an Ottawa itinerary
Spring is a glorious time in Canada’s capital, as the city’s urban landscape is blanketed with colourful blooms and the Canadian Tulip Festival offers…

Different ways to experience beautiful tulips in Ottawa
Walk, bike, bus, fly and cruise your way to dazzling tulip displays in the Ottawa region this May, including the Canadian Tulip Festival site and more.
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Date night at Casino du Lac-Leamy
Come to Casino du Lac-Leamy for a date night. Dance, dine, gamble and relax together.

Free or nearly free winter activities in Ottawa
Free or nearly free winter activities in the Ottawa area.
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Free or nearly free activities in spring, summer and fall in Ottawa
Free or almost free things to do in Ottawa in the spring, summer and fall seasons.