Ottawa, Ontario

Ottawa is the capital of Canada, located in eastern Ontario on the south bank of the Ottawa River, directly across from Gatineau, Quebec. With a population of approximately 1 million in the greater area, Ottawa is Canada's fourth-largest city and offers a sophisticated, bilingual atmosphere that reflects the country's dual French and English heritage.

For lifestyle travellers, Ottawa has a growing and well-established community. The city's educated, cosmopolitan population and proximity to Montreal (approximately 2 hours by car) contribute to an active social scene. Ottawa's lifestyle community tends to be more discreet than in larger cities, reflecting the city's professional culture.

Ottawa is also an excellent destination for cultural tourism, with world-class museums (including the National Gallery of Canada, the Canadian Museum of History, and the Canadian War Museum), beautiful parks, and the iconic Parliament Hill.