"A little-known fact about Ottawa is that 10 per cent of its population lives in 90 per cent of its area," says Jantine Van Kregten, director of communications for the Ottawa Tourism and Convention Authority. "So 90 per cent of its area is rural."
Whether you live in Ottawa or are just visiting, there's plenty to occupy you and your family.
Theatre Desjardins
What could be finer than outdoor theatre? Theatre Desjardins is performed at Drouin's Centennial Farm in Casselman, Ontario. Performances run Thursday, Friday and Saturday from July 6 to August 19, 2006. (Note: performances are in French.)
Alcatel Sunday Bikedays
Check out these incredible biking and inline skating routes in Ottawa. Closed to traffic on Sunday mornings from May 21 to September 3, these paths provide an excellent opportunity for the family to strap on some wheels and get some fresh air and exercise together.
Saunders Farm
This award-winning corn maze must be experienced to be believed. The maze is open in 2006 from June 24 to September 4 (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.) and has recently added a water spray zone to cool off after (or before!) you do the maze. Bring a picnic lunch -- tables and deck chairs are on site. For $10 per adult and $8 for kids (2 to 10 years), this quality of family fun can't be beat.
Sound and light show on Parliament Hill
Running from July 5 to September 10, 2006, this evening sound and light presentation runs for half an hour and takes its audience across Canada in a spectacular communications display. The show is free, but be warned: There is limited bleacher seating, so arrive early.
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Image courtesy Ottawa Tourism.
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