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Ottawa East generally refers to the eastern portion of Ottawa, Ontario, including neighborhoods like Orleans and Blackburn Hamlet, as well as parts of the former cities of Gloucester and Vanier. It also encompasses Old Ottawa East, a smaller, centrally located neighborhood.
Here is a more detailed breakdown:
Old Ottawa East:
A smaller, centrally located neighborhood bounded by the Queensway and Nicholas Street to the north, the Rideau River to the east, Avenue Road to the south, and the Rideau Canal to the west, according to the Ottawa Neighbourhood Study.
A smaller, centrally located neighborhood bounded by the Queensway and Nicholas Street to the north, the Rideau River to the east, Avenue Road to the south, and the Rideau Canal to the west, according to the Ottawa Neighbourhood Study.
Orleans:
A large community located along the Ottawa River, approximately 16 km from downtown Ottawa.
Blackburn Hamlet:
A suburban community within Ottawa's greenbelt.
Former Cities:
Ottawa East also incorporates areas that were once part of the former cities of Gloucester and Vanier.
Old Ottawa East
Old Ottawa East or just Ottawa East (Vieil Ottawa Est in French) is a neighbourhood in Capital Ward in central Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. It is located south of Nicholas Street and between the Rideau Canal and the Rideau River, with Avenue Road marking the southern border. To the south is the neighbourhood of Old Ottawa South and to the northeast is Sandy Hill. Old Ottawa East includes the Lees Avenue area. The Flora Footbridge, which opened to pedestrians in 2019, connects the community to The Glebe.
This small neighbourhood was originally the suburban community of Archville that was incorporated as the village of Ottawa East in 1888. In 1907 it was amalgamated with the growing community of Ottawa.
Orleans
Orléans neighbourhood is a vibrant suburban community located in the eastern part of Canada’s capital city. Known for its family-friendly atmosphere, Orléans offers a perfect blend of urban conveniences and natural beauty.
The area boasts a range of amenities, including parks and shopping centres, while being home to scenic spots like Petrie Island and the Ottawa River. This is a great neighbourhood for families, young professionals and sophisticated explorers alike.
Food + Drinks
No matter what you are in the mood for, you will find it here!
Check out Little Turkish Village, Nagi Sushi, Mumbai Masala or Ha Noi Pho to get a taste from around the world. And look no further than Delicious Steakhouse, Corner Bar and Grill or Law and Orders for steak, burgers and pizza.
If you are in need of a grab-and-go meal, Lunchbox, Chili Thai and Stuffed Cookies by Kat have you covered.
As for coffee shops, you have to try Art of Bean, Café Latte Cino, and Beyond Café.
Arts + Culture
Orléans has a vibrant arts and culture scene that reflects its diverse and growing community. Anchored by the Shenkman Arts Centre, a hub for creativity, Orléans offers a rich array of performances, exhibitions and workshops. The centre hosts theatre productions, concerts and art exhibitions, while also providing space for local artists to engage with the community.
Outdoor activities
Orléans is home to numerous parks, beaches and green spaces, perfect for exploring with friends and family, including Petrie Island Beach, the stunning and easy to access Princess Louise Falls, Millenium Park and Apollo Crater, just to name a few.
A large community located along the Ottawa River, approximately 16 km from downtown Ottawa.
Blackburn Hamlet:
A suburban community within Ottawa's greenbelt.
Former Cities:
Ottawa East also incorporates areas that were once part of the former cities of Gloucester and Vanier.
Old Ottawa East
Old Ottawa East or just Ottawa East (Vieil Ottawa Est in French) is a neighbourhood in Capital Ward in central Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. It is located south of Nicholas Street and between the Rideau Canal and the Rideau River, with Avenue Road marking the southern border. To the south is the neighbourhood of Old Ottawa South and to the northeast is Sandy Hill. Old Ottawa East includes the Lees Avenue area. The Flora Footbridge, which opened to pedestrians in 2019, connects the community to The Glebe.
This small neighbourhood was originally the suburban community of Archville that was incorporated as the village of Ottawa East in 1888. In 1907 it was amalgamated with the growing community of Ottawa.
Orleans
Orléans neighbourhood is a vibrant suburban community located in the eastern part of Canada’s capital city. Known for its family-friendly atmosphere, Orléans offers a perfect blend of urban conveniences and natural beauty.
The area boasts a range of amenities, including parks and shopping centres, while being home to scenic spots like Petrie Island and the Ottawa River. This is a great neighbourhood for families, young professionals and sophisticated explorers alike.
Food + Drinks
No matter what you are in the mood for, you will find it here!
Check out Little Turkish Village, Nagi Sushi, Mumbai Masala or Ha Noi Pho to get a taste from around the world. And look no further than Delicious Steakhouse, Corner Bar and Grill or Law and Orders for steak, burgers and pizza.
If you are in need of a grab-and-go meal, Lunchbox, Chili Thai and Stuffed Cookies by Kat have you covered.
As for coffee shops, you have to try Art of Bean, Café Latte Cino, and Beyond Café.
Arts + Culture
Orléans has a vibrant arts and culture scene that reflects its diverse and growing community. Anchored by the Shenkman Arts Centre, a hub for creativity, Orléans offers a rich array of performances, exhibitions and workshops. The centre hosts theatre productions, concerts and art exhibitions, while also providing space for local artists to engage with the community.
Outdoor activities
Orléans is home to numerous parks, beaches and green spaces, perfect for exploring with friends and family, including Petrie Island Beach, the stunning and easy to access Princess Louise Falls, Millenium Park and Apollo Crater, just to name a few.
Shopping
For big box retailers, head to Place D’Orleans, a large mall with all the necessities. For a more local shopping experience, check out Blanc & Turquoise, The Love of Chocolate Factory, Ottawa Loves Local and the Farmers’ Market which takes place every Thursday afternoon at the Ray Friel parking during the summer months.
For big box retailers, head to Place D’Orleans, a large mall with all the necessities. For a more local shopping experience, check out Blanc & Turquoise, The Love of Chocolate Factory, Ottawa Loves Local and the Farmers’ Market which takes place every Thursday afternoon at the Ray Friel parking during the summer months.
Nightlife
Stray Dog Brewing Company, Orléans Brewing Co., and Broadhead Brewing Co. are three breweries all located within the Orléans neighbourhood. You can also head to Taproom 260 for live music and late-night bites.
Stray Dog Brewing Company, Orléans Brewing Co., and Broadhead Brewing Co. are three breweries all located within the Orléans neighbourhood. You can also head to Taproom 260 for live music and late-night bites.
Petrie Island
Petrie Island is an island of parkland and recreational areas situated in the Ottawa River in the Orleans subdivision in the eastern part of the city of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. The island has several nearby islands and the general collection of islands are collectively known as the Petrie Islands.
795 Tweddle Rd, Ottawa, ON K4A 3P4
The Petrie Island Park area is classified as Significant Wetlands by the province of Ontario, which defines it as an Area of Natural and Scientific Interest.
There are several species of turtles, some rare, and well over 130 species of birds have been identified at Petrie. There are also provincially rare plants, including stands of hackberry trees. There is a network of trails through a nature preserve, and a small interpretive center, both maintained by volunteers. There is also a restaurant which is open during the warmer seasons.
Petrie Island Beach
Petrie Island has two main beaches on the Ottawa River: River Beach and East Beach. There is also a smaller beach for children near the picnic area.
Princess Louise Falls
The Princess Louise Falls is located in Orleans and is part of a river system that was buried underground to allow suburban home construction.
The waterfall is named after Princess Louise, daughter of Queen Victoria, and wife of John Campbell, Canada's fourth Governor General.
Canada Science and Technology Museum
1867 St. Laurent Blvd, Ottawa, ON K1G 5A3The museum's collection contains over 20,000 artifact lots with 60,000 individual objects, some of which are on display in the museum's exhibitions. The museum also hosts and organizes a number of temporary and travelling exhibitions.
CSTM offers a highly interactive and artifact-rich experience, showcasing a wide range of scientific and technological advancements. Exhibits explore themes of transportation, communications, space, and computer technology.
The museum includes permanent galleries, a Zoom Children's Innovation Zone, a Demo Stage, and a Special Exhibitions Gallery.
The museum is known for its special exhibits, like the Medical Sensations exhibit, which explores the world of medicine through the five senses, and Hidden Worlds, which explores the microscopic and macroscopic worlds.
The museum houses a vast collection of artifacts related to science and technology, including objects related to transportation, communications, and more.
Shopping
Place d'Orleans Shopping Centre
110 Place d'Orléans Dr, Orléans, ON K1E 1E1
https://www.placedorleans.com/
Place d'Orléans is a shopping mall in Orléans suburb of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. The property is about 740,000 sq ft and has approximately 132 stores and services.
Some of Place d'Orléans's current tenants include Sport Chek, Mark's, H&M, Dollarama, Bath & Body Works, The Body Shop, Ardene, GoodLife Fitness, Tim Hortons, Starbucks, New York Fries, Subway, and A&W.
1200 St. Laurent Blvd, Ottawa, ON K1K 3B8
https://shopstlaurent.com/
110 Place d'Orléans Dr, Orléans, ON K1E 1E1
https://www.placedorleans.com/
Place d'Orléans is a shopping mall in Orléans suburb of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. The property is about 740,000 sq ft and has approximately 132 stores and services.
Some of Place d'Orléans's current tenants include Sport Chek, Mark's, H&M, Dollarama, Bath & Body Works, The Body Shop, Ardene, GoodLife Fitness, Tim Hortons, Starbucks, New York Fries, Subway, and A&W.
https://shopstlaurent.com/
St. Laurent Centre is the third largest mall in terms of total space in the National Capital Region behind Rideau Centre and Bayshore Shopping Centre with 880,736 sq ft of leasable area, although a large portion of the mall's gross leasable area is utilized by non-retail tenants. It is currently the 27th largest mall in Canada.
The mall has a total of 195 stores and services on three levels. The centre also hosts a large amount of non-retail tenants including office space, a dental clinic, a gym (GoodLife Fitness), a second-run theatre and a career college (Willis College).
Breweries
Stray Dog Brewing Company
501 Lacolle Way Suite 6, Orléans, ON K4A 5B6
https://straydogbrewing.ca/
Unit 106, 1680 Vimont Ct, Orléans, ON K4A 3M3
https://broadheadbeer.com/
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