Tourism

Could Ottawa ever be a swimmable city? Yes, says this expert

The co-founder of Swimmable Cities believes the National Capital Region has the potential to become a leading urban swimming destination in North America.

AMO conference brings $7M into Ottawa, capping off busy summer season

Fifteen years after its initial opening, Rogers Centre Ottawa has hit its stride, according to its president and CEO, capping off a successful summer with a record-setting conference.

Rimap Hospitality bullish on Ottawa as it opens second of three hotels in city

The property manager behind the city’s new Moxy Ottawa Downtown says boutique hotels are becoming more popular among travellers and the capital could see an influx of the unique properties over the next several years.

Heading out of town on a road trip? Here’s where to stop for a bite

One certainty during an Ottawa summer is that we all love a cottage weekend. Ottawa is often...

WestJet adds direct flight from YOW to Costa Rica starting this December

WestJet will be flying direct to Costa Rica from Ottawa this winter.

Local bidders for Château Montebello disappointed their bid was not chosen

A group of local investors including Devcore president Jean-Pierre Poulin and Ottawa Senators owner Michael Andlauer is disappointed after losing a bid to purchase the Fairmont Château Montebello.

Canadian North doubles size of YOW cargo facility as Arctic sovereignty grabs spotlight

Terminal upgrades and new restaurants have been welcome additions for those travelling through the Ottawa International Airport in recent years, but a locally headquartered airline is driving growth in a more overlooked area of the airport’s operations.

Hosting 2028 Francophonie Summit a ‘tremendous win’ for Ottawa-Gatineau

A major international summit that promotes French language and culture is coming to Ottawa-Gatineau in 2028 and local tourism officials on both sides of the river expect the event to bring significant foot traffic and economic benefit.

New agreement gives British Airways customers access to Porter flights, including to YOW

European travellers will have greater access to the Canadian market thanks to a new codeshare agreement between Porter Airlines and British Airways.

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