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2 Daly Ave Ottawa, ON K1N 6E2 Tel: (613) 564-7240 Fax : (613) 564-4428 This heritage building (circa 1871) houses over 20 local arts organizations, two visual art galleries and a 150-seat studio theatre. What it's all about? In 1974, a dedicated group of artists and arts supporters in our community pursued a vision ... to find a home for the professional arts in Ottawa. Their efforts materialized into Arts Court, our region's centre for the performing, visual and literary arts. The Arts Court Theatre features innovative performances in theatre, dance, music, multi-disciplinary and literary arts. Arts Court is home to four public visual art galleries with an emphasis on innovative exhibitions. Casino Du Lac-Leamy Tel: (613) 772-2100 Toll-Free: 1-800-665-2274 Discover a spectacular place to play, the Casino du Lac-Leamy. A fabulous location, stunning architecture and a whole new world of excitement: 64 gambling tables including Blackjack, Roulette, Baccarat, Pai Gow, Sic Bo, Pai Gow Poker and Grand Prix Poker (Let It Ride); Keno and 1,870 slot machines. Make it an event at our restaurants and bars. Parking is free and the service is truly outstanding. Come for the games, the pleasure and the thrill! Located on scenic Leamy Lake included are two bars, restaurants and shops. Shuttle buses are available from downtown hotels. Dress code in effect! More information (613) 772-2100. Ottawa Civic Centre / Lansdowne Park 1015 Bank Street, Ottawa, ON K1S 3W7 Tel: (613) 564-1485 Fax : (613) 564-1619 Our multi-purpose venue accommodates to and endless variety of events from national & international sporting events to spectacular concerts; from an ever expanding list of trade & consumer shows to the annual exhibition. Lansdowne Park has drawn over 63 million visitors since it opened in 1967. Directions: Located Geographically In The Center Of Ottawa, Lansdowne Park can be accessed via Bank Street or at the back of the park by Queen Elizabeth Drive. Business Hours: Business hours not specified, please call the establishment. Scotiabank Place 1000 Palladium Dr, Kanata, ON K2V 1A4 Tel: (613) 599-0123 or (613) 721-4300 When in Ottawa, see the stars at the glittering Scotiabank Place, our 18,500-seat sports and entertainment palace, home of the NHL Ottawa Senators. Formerly known as "The Palladium" and the Corel Centre, the multi-purpose sports and entertainment complex was constructed in a record 18 months, at a cost of $170 million (Canadian $). A new arena-specific four lane interchange was built to provide access from Highway 417 (the Queensway) at a cost of approximately $30 million. See the superstars of professional sports, world-class performers and dazzling family shows. See our event listings for upcoming concerts. Confederation Boulevard Circling through the heart of Canada's Capital Region, Confederation Boulevard links an exciting series of sites and attractions in the Capital, including Parliament Hill, the National Gallery of Canada, Supreme Court of Canada, Canadian Museum of Civilization and more. Info: (613) 239-5000 The National Arts Centre 53 Elgin Street P.O Box 1534, Stn B. Ottawa, ON, K1P 5W1 Tel: (613) 947-7000 x307 North America's most diversified complex, the NAC is located at 53 Elgin Street (main entrance faces the Rideau Canal at the junction of Elgin and Queen Streets). It hosts hundreds of Canadian and international musical, theatrical, dance and variety performances each year and offers public parking and fine dining year-round. For more information please visit our web site or call (613) 947-7000 x307. National Peacekeeping Monument Sussex Drive and St. Patrick Street The world's only monument that honours peacekeepers is located across from the National Gallery of Canada at the corner of Sussex Drive and St. Patrick Street. This monument symbolizes the hope for peace in the world and is a beautiful structure. Honouring Canadians who have served in the United Nations Peacekeeping Forces, this monument depicts three peacekeepers standing on walls above the debris of war. Before them, a grove of young trees symbolizes peace. National War Memorial Wellington, Sparks, and Elgin Streets Located in the centre of Confederation Square at the intersection of Wellington, Sparks, and Elgin Streets (across from the Chateau Laurier) stands the National War Memorial. The monument is a symbol of the passing of war into peace. The Ottawa Congress Centre 55 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa, ON K1N 9J2 Tel: (613) 563-1984 Fax: (613) 563-7646 The Ottawa Congress Centre is 84,000+ square feet of modern meeting space surrounded by the sites, attractions, excitement, and amenities of downtown Ottawa, Canada's Capital... The only dedicated meeting facility in the city, the Centre offers convention and event planners flexible and varied spaces: the Executive Boardroom for regional or executive meetings of 10 to 20 people; the 66,000 square foot Congress Hall level for large-scale conventions, trade and consumer shows including dinners of 2,000 and 5,000-delegate plenary sessions; the 12,524 square foot Capital Hall level with up to nine different rooms for smaller workshops and break-out sessions. St. Patrick's Basilica 281 Nepean Street Ottawa, ON Tel: (613) 233-1125 Founded in 1855, the oldest parish in Ottawa serving English-speaking Catholics was completed in 1875. Byways and WaterwaysNepean PointJust behind the National Gallery and high above the edge of the Ottawa River, lies Nepean Point. A wonderful spot for viewing areas on both sides of the Ottawa River, this point is home to a statue of Samuel de Champlain holding a astrolabe. Check out Nepean Point for some great photographs. Gatineau Park Lookouts Two lookout points offer you an exceptional view of the Ottawa River from the Eardley Escarpment towards the valley of the Outaouais River. Drive or cycle up the picturesque Champlain Parkway to Huron Lookout (1,145 feet-349 metres), or to Champlain Lookout (1,095 feet-333.7 metres), and observe breathtaking views. Info: (819) 827-2020 Omega Park 399 Rte. 323 N., Montebello, Québec Animals and humans come together in harmony in this large wild animal park. As you travel a 10-km path in your vehicle, you will discover many species of wild animals in their natural habitat. Info: (819) 423-5487 RCMP Stables Rockcliffe and Sandridge Rds., Ottawa, Ontario The Royal Canadian Mounted Police invites the whole family to visit the scenic Rockcliffe facilities. Come view the stables, the State Landau and the Log Cabin. Info: (613) 993-3751 Rideau Canal and Locks The Rideau Canal is a symbol of Canada's rich heritage. Built between 1826 and 1832 by the Royal Engineers under the supervision of Lieutenant Colonel John By, the Rideau Canal Waterway links the Ottawa River in the Nation's Capital to Lake Ontario in Kingston. The Rideau Canal Waterway is maintained and operated by Parks Canada. The Rideau Canal makes an important contribution to the beauty and spirit of the capital. The Canal Promenade runs for some eight kilometres from downtown Ottawa along Colonel By Drive to the Hartwell Locks at Carleton University. Nineteen illustrated panels en route tell the story of the Rideau Canal and the capital. In May, the parkways beside the canal bloom with tulips; in summer, they are thronged with cyclists, joggers and picnickers; in winter, the canal turns into the "World's Longest Skating Rink" and the focus of Winterlude, one of the biggest winter festivals in North America. Terry Fox Statue Metcalfe at Wellington Street Ottawa, ON The memory of Terry Fox's courage leads 500,000 Canadians each year to participate in the Terry Fox Run held to carry on Terry's quest for a cure for cancer. He is commemorated by this statue in the Capital, as well as in many other ways: public buildings carry his name, a postage stamp bears his image and there is even a mountain in British Columbia called Terry Fox. Designed by John Hooper, the statue shows Terry Fox running, just the way Canadians remember him, night after night, on their television newscasts. Upper Canada Village R.R.1, Morrisburg Costumed interpreters recreate the simple life of an Ontario village circa 1865, and answer visitor's questions while going about their daily chores. Info: (613) 543-3704 |
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