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Photo of skaters on the Rideau Canal Skate on the Famous Rideau Canal! The world’s largest skating rink is now open! Grab your skates and experience the fun of this Capital tradition.
Photo of Winterlude fireworks Kickoff Winterlude with Fireworks! On February 3, join us for an evening of fun that includes drummers, fireside stories, musical fireworks and an outdoor DJ dance party!
Gatineau Park Public Consultations Have your say about the Park’s outdoor activities, sustainable transportation and heritage plans. January 28 workshops and online questionnaires.
Photo of a guide and two people Student Jobs in Canada’s Capital Region Apply now for an exciting student job in summer 2012! The NCC has positions related to history, urban design, the environment and more!
Celebrate Winterlude 2012! Celebrate Winterlude 2012! Celebrate the joys of winter at Winterlude, with three fun-filled weekends in February. Canada’s favourite winter activities are featured across...

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Winterlude February 3 to 20, 2012 — Celebrate the joys of winter at Winterlude, with three fun-filled weekends in February. Canada’s favourite winter activities...
Rideau Canal Skateway A highlight of winter in Ottawa is the Rideau Canal Skateway, the world’s largest skating rink. Skate through the heart of downtown Ottawa on the...
Logo for Taste of Winterlude Taste of Winterlude Food and wine lovers, prepare for a feast of culinary experiences in Canada’s Capital. Each January and February, Taste of Winterlude features some...
Gatineau Park in winter Gatineau Park Yours to Protect. Yours to Enjoy. Immerse yourself in nature at Gatineau Park, the Capital’s Conservation Park! Discover the Park’s stunning natural...
Photo of pine trees and bog National Capital Greenbelt Visit the Greenbelt in Ottawa and discover the most ecologically diverse area in Eastern Ontario. Whether you’re interested in wildlife, weird and...
Teacher Resources Teacher Resources What will your students learn today? Let Canada’s Capital amaze them! Ottawa is one of the best places in the country to learn about Canada’s history...
Link to Ice Conditions, Rideau Canal Skateway
Link to Ski Conditions

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Free OLG Sno-Bus shuttle service and street closures during Winterlude 2012 February 03, 2012
Discover Eco Art on the Rideau Canal Skateway February 03, 2012
Entire length of the Rideau Canal Skateway welcomes Winterlude this weekend February 03, 2012
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Gatineau Park - Parc de la GatineauParliament Hill - La colline du ParlementRideau Canal - Canal RideauMaman - MamanMer Bleue Bog - La tourbière de la Mer BleueRideau Canal (Night) - Le canal Rideau (Nuit)Parliament and Château Laurier - Parlement et Château LaurierThe Central Chambers Building - L’édifice Central ChambersChanging the Guard - Relève de la gardeMackenzie King Estate Ruins - Les ruines du domaine Mackenzie-KingPathway Théâtre de l’Île - Sentier Théâtre de l’ÎleGatineau at Dusk - La ville de Gatineau à la tombée de la nuit
 
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