Discover Ottawa, a city of greenery, beauty and diversity.

Canada's capital is more than the heart of government, it enjoys a vibrant high tech and biotech industry, and is graced with a plethora of parklands, walking trails, bicycle paths, and breathtaking vistas along the Otawa and Rideau rivers and Rideau canal, which wind their way through the city.

Ottawa is also Canada's 4th largest city  was named as the fastest growing community in Canada in 2006. Endowed with a well educated and highly adaptable workforce, Ottawa enjoys stable high employment, a diversity of industry and government, as well as culture and language.

Home to the Parliment buildings, the National Gallery, Museum of Civilization, National Arts Centre and scores of other attractions, Ottawa combines big city living with a small town atmosphere, making it a very desireable place to set up residence.

Situated on the Ottawa river at the edge of the Gatineau Hills, Ottawa residents enjoy easy access to a host of summer and winter recreational activities, from hiking to downhill sking, with virtually everything in between. With more than 30 golf clubs, 2 sailing clubs, a plethora of ice rinks, arenas and ball parks, not to mention the longest skating rink in the world, Ottawa has something for everyone. And if outdoor sports is not your thing, there are many tranquil spots for a quiet stroll or thoughtful reflection.

Or take in Ottawa's theatre and music scene. Hosting the National Arts Centre, the Ottawa Little Theatre and several comunity theatres, there is something to see and do literally every night of the week. As well, Ottawa enjoys a variety of live entertainment forums, from the latest group, to soft jazz, to gosphel revival. It's all out there for you to choose.

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