Guided tours of the Senate and Senate are now offered in the newly renovated Senate of Canada Building and the West Block. Can you just walk into the Houses of Parliament? Visitors are welcome to watch debates and committee hearings in both the House of Commons and the House of Lords. The Parliamentary Archives are […]
Category: Ottawa
Where Can I See A Moose In Ottawa?
Algonquin Park is one of the best places in the world to spot moose. In early the mornings and late afternoons of late spring, you will see plenty standing on the shores of lakes and swampy marshlands gnawing on twigs and lily pads. Where is the best place to spot a moose? As noted, you […]
Are There Wild Animals In Ottawa?
The Ottawa National Forest is home to many species of wildlife. Our terrain and vegetation provides excellent cover and food for Whitetail Deer, Black Bear, Grey Wolves, Coyote, Eagles, Hawks, Rabbits, Waterfowl Birds, Ruffed Grouse, and many more species of smaller birds and animals. Where can I see wildlife in Ottawa? Arboretum (Experimental Farm) 284. […]
Where Can I See Beavers In Ottawa?
Located in the southwest end of Ottawa, Stony Swamp features a network of beaver ponds, wetlands and forests, and is the most ecologically diverse protected area in the Ottawa Valley. The Stony Swamp sector has more trails than any other area of the Greenbelt — over 40 kilometres. Are there beavers in Ottawa? OTTAWA — […]
Are There Snakes In Ottawa?
Massasauga Rattlesnake The bad news—there are poisonous snakes in Ottawa (although very rare). The good news—these are the only venomous snakes in all of Ontario, and they grow anywhere from 50-70cm long (only). Don’t be too alarmed, as these snakes only bite if they feel truly threatened. Does Ottawa have snakes? Thanks to Ottawa’s relatively […]
How Close To Property Line Can You Plant A Tree Ottawa?
For a list of trees prohibited by the City of Ottawa, call 311 or 613 580-2400. Low-growing trees (under 6m when mature) may be planted adjacent to overhead power lines, but no closer than 1.5m. Medium-sized trees (6-12m when mature) must be at least 6m from overhead power lines. How close to property line can […]
How Long Does It Take To Get Married In Ottawa?
This process can take up to 4 weeks. For more information, contact the Marriage Office at 1-800-461-2156 (toll-free) or visit Service Ontario(link is external). How fast can you get married in Ontario? This process can take up to 4 weeks. You will need to send the following documents to ServiceOntario: marriage licence application form: completed […]
Do City Of Ottawa Employees Get A Pension?
The City of Ottawa Superannuation Fund (C.O.S.F.) is a pension plan whose members were employees of the City of Ottawa, including Police and Fire Services, prior to June 30, 1965. After that date, new employees were enrolled in O.M.E.R.S. With no new members since 1965, the C.O.S.F. is therefore a closed pension plan. Does City […]
What Is Bigger Ottawa Or Toronto?
Greater Toronto Area is 2.56 times as big as Ottawa (Canada) What city is bigger Toronto or Ottawa? Only communities that were incorporated as cities at the time of each census are presented.1901. Rank City Population 1 Montreal, Quebec 267,730 2 Toronto, Ontario 208,040 3 Quebec, Quebec 68,840 4 Ottawa, Ontario 59,928 Is Ottawa bigger […]
Is There Limestone In Ottawa?
In the northern part of the Rideau, from Smiths Falls to Ottawa the sedimentary rocks are mostly dolomite, limestone and shale. What type of rock is in Ottawa? Rock types include sandstone, limestone, dolostone, marble, gneiss and diabase and pegmatite. What minerals are found in Ottawa? Rock-forming minerals in Ottawa-Gatineau rocks are: Granite contains quartz, […]