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Presenting: Ottawa - Canada's Capital and An Exciting Travel Destination

January 30, 2006only 11 across Canada) is Signatures at
Presenting: Ottawa - Canada's CapitalLe Cordon Bleu Ottawa.
and An Exciting Travel Destination7. Please give us an overview of the
In anticipation of my upcoming trip toperforming arts on offer in Ottawa.
Ottawa next weekend I have started to doThe National Arts Centre is Canada's
some research and contacted Ottawapremier performing arts centre, offering
Tourism. Ottawa, as Canada's capital, isEnglish and French theatre performances,
one of Canada's most popular traveldance, and the National Arts Centre
destinations and it has a great varietyOrchestra. Numerous smaller theatres
destinations, activities and events toalso abound, in both English and French,
offer.including the Great Canadian Theatre
I had an opportunity to talk withCompany, La Nouvelle Scene, Ottawa
Jantine Van Kregten from Ottawa TourismLittle Theatre, Third Wall Theatre
who was kind enough to give me a greatCompany, Odyssey Theatre (offering
general overview of things to see and dooutdoor performances next to the Rideau
in Ottawa.River), A Company of Fools, and many
1. Please provide us with some generalproductions at Arts Court, a municipal
information about Ottawa. How large isfacility.
the city, where is it located, what isFrom May 18 to June 11, the Cirque du
the weather like?Soleil will bring its production of
Ottawa is the capital of Canada, and itsQuidam to Ottawa. The Canada Dance
fourth largest city. With theFestival takes place every two years
neighbouring city of Gatineau in the(June 2-10, 2006) in Ottawa and the
province of Quebec, the region has aboutOttawa Fringe Festival (also in June) is
1.2 million people. Ottawa is located inone of the best ways to see new
eastern Ontario, about four hours' driveproductions and new innovations. In
northeast of Toronto; two hours west ofThe Centrepointe Theatre in the west end
Montreal; and one hour north of theoffers a variety of performances, as do
border with the state of New York.the University of Ottawa and Carleton
Ottawa enjoys four distinct seasons,University.
with warmest temperatures and sometimesLarger events are usually held at
high humidity in July and August; aScotiabank Place and the Ottawa Civic
temperate fall with gorgeous fallCentre.
colours; a cold and snowy winter; and a8. What are some of the shopping
wet spring.opportunities in Ottawa?
2. How can one get to Ottawa and what isSome great shopping centres exist in
the best way of getting around inOttawa, including Bayshore Shopping
Ottawa?Centre in the west end, Rideau Centre
Ottawa is accessible with direct flightsdowntown, the St. Laurent Centre in the
from major centres in Canada and severalclose east end, and Place d'Orleans
U.S. cities including New York,Shopping Centre in the east end. These
Washington, Chicago, Philadelphia,centres offer the best of the well-known
Detroit, Atlanta and more. Ottawa is abrands.
major stop along the Windsor-Quebec CityFor more eclectic offerings, the ByWard
corridor of VIA Rail and bus serviceMarket neighbourhood offers great
also links the city with other Canadianfashion and housewares; as does the
cities.Glebe, Westboro, and some small towns on
By car, major thoroughfares includeboth the Ontario and Quebec side of the
Highway 416 that links Ottawa withOttawa River--inclouding Merrickville,
Highway 401. Highway 417 runs throughManotick, Perth, Chelsea and Wakefield.
the city, while Autoroutes 5, 50 and 1489. What are the outdoor, recreational
are the major highways on the Quebecand sports opportunities in and around
side of the river.Ottawa?
3. Ottawa is Canada's capital and hasFrom a professional perspective, the
played a significant role in the historyOttawa Senators are particularly beloved
of this country. Please tell us moreby Ottawans, as they march to a Stanley
about that and the Canadian HeritageCup victory! The Ottawa '67s offer a
Experiences offered in Ottawa.window to the Ontario Hockey League. The
The story of Ottawa begins with theOttawa Renegades provide Canadian
building of the Rideau Canal betweenFootball League excitement while the
1826 and 1832 by Lt. Col. John By of theOttawa Lynx are part of baseball's
Royal Engineers and thousands of mostlyInternational League (they're the Triple
Irish labourers. The Canal stretches 202A farm team for the Baltimore Orioles).
km (126 miles) through eastern OntarioBut sports in Ottawa are much more
to the St. Lawrence River and was builtparticipatory than that. Home to
to ensure a supply line in case ofhundreds of kilometres of recreational
American attack (which never came). Thepathways, Ottawans love to cycle, inline
Canal was never used for a militaryskate and hike. The Ottawa River offers
purpose and its 49 locks are stillunbelievable whitewater rafting, as well
operated in the same way as when theyas canoe and kayak adventures for the
were built. In fact, the Rideau Canal isadventurous.
Canada's nominee to be named a UNESCOThe highest bungee freefall in Canada is
World Heritage Site, which is expectedlocated just north of Ottawa, just
in 2007, the 175th anniversary of itsoutside Gatineau Park. Year-round,
construction.Gatineau Park offers something for the
Queen Victoria decreed in 1857 thatoutdoor lover. Whether it's camping,
Ottawa would be the capital of thecanoeing, kayaking, hiking, mountain
country that became Canada. The majesticbiking or swimming in summer; or
Parliament Buildings were constructedsnowshoeing or cross-country skiing in
shortly thereafter and remain awinter, the Park is beloved by all in
"must-see" attraction in the capital. Asthe region.
the capital, Ottawa is also home to 24As proof of how diverse a destination
Sussex Drive (the prime minister'sOttawa is, it's the only location where
residence and not open to the public);you can skate on the world's largest
Rideau Hall (home of the Governorskating rink and play in the world's
General, with guided tours of residencelargest beach volleyball tournament?
and gardens available); and dozens of10. What type of accommodations options
high commissions and embassies fromare there in Ottawa?
governments around the world.There are over 11,000 hotel rooms in the
Don't miss Laurier House, home to bothOttawa-Gatineau region. The major chains
Sir Wilfrid Laurier and WIlliam Lyon(Hilton, Fairmont, Westin, Marriott,
Mackenzie King, two former primeDelta, Sheraton, Novotel, Holiday Inn,
ministers, or the Mackenzie King Estate,Best Western, Comfort Inn) are
King's summer home in Gatineau Park.represented, as well as more unique
4. Please tell us about some of theofferings such as the boutique ARC
major attractions, museums and galleriesthe.hotel or Brookstreet Resort.
in the Ottawa area.Downtown locations are within walking
The latest addition to the nationaldistance to many major attractions.
museum scene is the impressive CanadianSeveral bed-and-breakfast providers also
War Musuem, which opened in May 2005 inoffer a cosy alternative to hotels.
a stunning location next to the OttawaA comprehensive list of options is found
River. Canada's most-visited museum isat
Gatineau's Canadian Museum of11. What are some of the major events
Civilization. The National Gallery ofand big news stories coming up in 2006
Canada offers the largest collection ofand beyond in Ottawa?
Canadian art, along with European andThe Canadian Museum of Civilization
American masters. Other culturalcelebrates its 150th anniversary in
facilities include the Canadian Museum2006. It began its life in May 1856, as
of Contemporary Photography; the Canadapart of the Geological Survey of Canada.
Aviation Museum; the Canada Science andThe young museum grew into the National
Technology Museum; the CanadaMuseum of Canada and then, into the
Agriculture Museum; the Royal CanadianNational Museum of Man. In 1986, it
Mint; the Currency Museum of the Bank ofbecame the Canadian Museum of
Canada; and the Canadian Museum ofCivilization, moving into its
Nature, currently in the midst of amagnificent Gatineau buildings three
massive renovation project, to beyears later and continuing to present
completed in 2009.informative and entertaining exhibitions
Other museums include the Bytown Museum,for a wide range of interests.
which tells the history of Ottawa'sThe Casino du Lac-Leamy celebrates 10
early days, including the building ofyears of non-stop excitement in March
the Rideau Canal; the Billings Estate2006. Originally opened as the Casino de
Museum that traces the history of aHull, it has grown to be one of the top
prominent local family; and the funkyattractions in Canada's Capital Region,
Diefenbunker, Canada's Cold War Museum,offering gaming each day from 9:00 a.m.
a four-storey underground bunker thatto 3:00 a.m.; five-diamond dining at Le
was constructed between 1959 and 1961 asBaccara; an adjoining Theatre offering
the location to which the Canadianmatinees, musical programming, and
political and military elite would ridevariety shows of all kinds; docking
out the effects of a nuclear attack.facilities; an adjacent Hilton hotel
5. Our readers would like to find outwith spa; and conference facilities. The
about the festivals and special eventsCasino is celebrating with a series of
in Ottawa.themed activities, including the popular
The festival scene in Ottawa is a7 Lucky Days promotion which offers a
robust, year-round affair. The yeardifferent promotion each day of the
kicks off with Winterlude, a huge winterweek.
festival held over the first threeEmily Carr is the featured exhibition
weekends in February. In March, thefrom June 2 through September 3, 2006 at
Irish community celebrates Irish week,the National Gallery of Canada. Her
and in March and April, the maple syruppaintings of First Nations villages and
season spawns a number of deliciouslandscapes of the northwest Pacific
festivals and events celebrating thiscoast, including many images of totem
tasty treat.poles, help define Canadian art,
May belongs to the Canadian Tulipespecially that of the early 1900s.
Festival--three weeks of celebration ofIn the third Indiana Jones movie, the
Ottawa's favourite flower. During Worldclimactic scene took place in a
War II, the Dutch royal family tookspectacular desert location carved into
refuge in Ottawa and Princess Margrietthe side of a cliff. That venue is part
was born here, in a hospital roomof Petra, located in Jordan, and from
designated Dutch soil for the event.April 7, 2006 through January 2, 2007,
Canadians played a huge role inyou can learn more at the Canadian
liberating the Netherlands and when theMuseum of Civilization's exhibition
royal family returned home after thePETRA: City of Stone.
war, as a gesture of friendship, respectThe Seven Years War is the focus of a
and appreciation, they sent thousands ofnew exhibit at the Canadian War Museum,
tulip bulbs. The bulbs have followedOttawa's newest cultural attraction
every year since and now 3,000,000which opened with much fanfare in May
tulips bloom in Canada's Capital Region.2005. The exhibit Clash of Empires: The
Late May brings Canada's largestWar That Made Canada runs from May 18 to
marathon as part of the Ottawa RaceNovember 12.
Weekend. Over the summer months,Outdoor activities are a crucial part of
festivals abound: Doors Open OttawaOttawans' lives. This summer, residents
showcase heritage buildings; Italianwill be able to relish in others'
Week; the Ottawa Fringe Festival; the TDaccomplishments, too, as Ottawa plays
Canada Trust Ottawa International Jazzhost to more than 3,500 athletes and
Festival; the Nortel Ottawa Dragon Boatcoaches during the 2006 Ontario Summer
Race Festival; Cisco Systems OttawaGames from August 9 to 13, 2006.
Bluesfest (Canada's largest); the OttawaQuébec Scene: April/May 2007: The
International Chamber Music FestivalNational Arts Centre has played host to
(the world's largest); the Sound oftwo previous "scenes"-Atlantic Scene in
Light fireworks festival; Ottawa Busker2003 and Alberta Scene in 2005-and in
Festival; Ottawa GreekFest; CKCU Ottawa2007, it's Québec's turn to shine, as
Folk Festival; the Central Canadathe very best of its theatre, music,
Exhibition; and Pride Week.dance, comedy, culinary arts, literature
On Parliament Hill, two free activitiesand film forms the basis of this
occur daily in the summer: the 10:00cultural festival.
a.m. Changing the Guard ceremony and theTreasures from Beijing: May 11-September
evening Sound and Light Show.30, 2007: At the Canadian Museum of
In the fall, the Gatineau Hot AirCivilization, learn more about the
Balloon Festival colours the skies;development of Chinese civilization
while the La Vendemmia Harvest Festivalwhile viewing selected treasures from
tempts visitors' palates. The Ottawathe National Museum of China. There will
International Animation Festivalalso be an attempt to provide a glimpse
showcases artists from around the worldof China's recent history, including
while the Ottawa International Writerseconomic reforms and the Olympic Games
Festival provides a forum for authors'bid.
lively debates. Fall Rhapsody celebratesRenoir's Landscapes: June 8-September 9,
the splendid autumn colours.2007: One of the best-loved of all the
The capital lights up for the holidaysImpressionists, Renoir will be front and
with the Christmas Lights Across Canadacentre next summer at the National
program.Gallery of Canada.
6. What about restaurants andFIFA World Youth Championship 2007: July
entertainment / nightlife areas in1-22, 2007: Ottawa has been selected as
Ottawa?one of six Canadian host cities for this
Several neighbourhoods offerthree-week, 24-nation, 52-match
entertainment options in Ottawa. Thetournament featuring the best youth
ByWard Market is one of Ottawa's oldest(under-20) soccer players in the world.
neighbourhoods and also functions as itsIt is the second largest event staged by
entertainment district, with over 100FIFA, following the FIFA World Cup.
food and drink options in just aRideau Canal as UNESCO World Heritage
four-block-square area. Whether it'sSite: The heritage Rideau Canal,
fine dining, a good diner, a cosystretching 202 km from Ottawa to
bistro, or a romantic cafe, you can findKingston, is Canada's entry to be named
it in "the Market."a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The
Elgin Street is another populardesignation should be received in time
nightlife area, with an eclecticfor the 175th anniversary of the
selection of bars, restaurants and cafescompletion of the Canal in 2007.
in just a few blocks. Bank Street offersPortrait Gallery of Canada: Following
three or four distinct areas along itslast spring's opening of the new
length, including a popular area knownCanadian War Museum, the next major
as the Glebe. In the near west end,cultural institution planned for Ottawa
Westboro is also an attractive optionis the Portrait Gallery of Canada, due
for dinner and drinks.to open across the street from
Of course, one could also choose toParliament Hill in late 2007.
explore the various options at theThank you, Jantine, for providing such a
Casino du Lac-Leamy--whether it's gaminggreat overview of all the things Ottawa
excitement or a show at its popularhas to offer. You have given me some
theatre or a dinner at its five-diamondgreat ideas for my trip next week and
restaurant Le Baccara. The region'spossible future excursions over the
other five-diamond establishment (two ofcoming year.



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