With the downtown core almost back to normal, there is a long list of businesses and activities reopening this weekend to keep you and your family busy. A 3.2km stretch of the Rideau Canal between Bank and the Hartwell Locks has reopened after being closed for a few days due to the milder temperatures. The Rink […]
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The Rideau Canal Skateway welcomes it’s 52nd annual season this Friday
Dust off those skates! The Rideau Canal Skateway will open for it’s 52nd annual season Friday, January 14th at 8:00 AM. For the first time in 20 years, the entire 7.8 kilometre stretch will open to the public on the very first day. The skating rink is the largest of it’s kind in the world. […]
Rideau Canal Skateway and trails to open during stay-at-home order
The National Capital Commission confirmed Wednesday night that the Rideau Canal Skateway and their winter trails will open during the stay-at-home order. However, not all amenities will be open and there are restrictions. If you are planning to head to the NCC’s outdoor attractions, you can only use them for exercise purposes and you must […]
Limit of 25 people on outdoor recreational facilities starts Friday in Ottawa
A limit of 25 people at outdoor recreational facilities in Ottawa will start this Friday at 5am. Chief Medical Officer of Heath Dr. Vera Etches has placed a cap on the number of people using outdoor recreational facilities in the city, including at public skating rinks, at the top of tobogganing hills, trail heads, and […]
Outdoor Guide to Ottawa Winter
Ottawa is the city to be in through the winter – and here’s why! Check out our list of favourite outdoor winter happenings below! Get Your Maple Syrup Fix at Fulton’s Pancake House & Sugar Bush (Reopening Mid-February) Check out Fulton’s Pancake House for a classic wintertime experience featuring some delicious maple syrup. On weekends, […]