Tourism

Ottawa and the Outaouais had strong summer tourism season, data suggests

Ottawa saw a strong summer tourism season this year, with hotel room demand from June to August increasing three per cent year-over-year and hotel occupancy up compared to last summer.

Cohere Centre GM talks re-brand and future growth opportunities

The recent rebrand of one of Ottawa’s biggest event centres has brought a Canadian tech company into the spotlight as it works to build local brand awareness.

Sports events create $75M in economic impact this year and build legacy for Ottawa

Athletes from 17 countries are gathering in Ottawa this week for the international wheelchair basketball championships, the latest example of Ottawa's growing reputation as a destination for sporting events.

Delegates from aviation industry to gather in Ottawa during tough times for sector

Aviation industry leaders, government officials and other stakeholders will gather in Ottawa next month in a year marked by geopolitical tensions and high costs.

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.

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