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Photo of Alcatel-Lucent Sunday Bikedays Cyclists: Take to the Streets on Sundays! On Alcatel-Lucent Sunday Bikedays, over 50 km of parkways are reserved for cyclists, in-line skaters and pedestrians. 
Photo of the 2012 Plaza Bridge Photo Exhibit in Ottawa, Canada Celebrating the Canadian Coast Guard A new outdoor photo exhibit celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Canadian Coast Guard. See the large, eye-catching images in downtown Ottawa.
Photo of people cycling to work. It’s Bike to Work Month in Ottawa! This May, why not change up your commute? Park your car and cycle to work along the Capital’s scenic pathways. Or try out the Capital BIXI bikes!
Photo of the Royal Canadian Navy Monument being unveiled in Ottawa Royal Canadian Navy Monument Unveiled in Ottawa See the Capital’s newest national monument at Richmond Landing, near the Ottawa River and the Portage Bridge.
Photo of a Canada Goose and goslings on a shoreline. Keep the Wildlife Wild! Please do not feed the birds in the Capital’s parks and green spaces. Feeding wildlife can create problems for animals and the environment.

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Tulips in the Capital Tulips in the Capital In late April and May, Ottawa–Gatineau blooms with a dazzling display of colourful tulips. The NCC, Official Gardener of Canada’s Capital, showcases...
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...
Public Art and Monuments Take a walk through Ottawa–Gatineau and immerse yourself in artworks that reflect and celebrate our country and our people. Canada’s Capital Region...
Photo of pathway in summer Parks, Paths and Parkways Outdoor urban adventures await you in Canada’s Capital Region. Explore the Capital’s green spaces by bike, on in-line skates or on foot using the...
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...

Tulip Bloom Indicator

Some tulips are still in bloom. Other varieties are losing their petals.

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Canada’s Capital Celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Canadian Coast Guard May 15, 2012
Traffic Notice: Road Closure in Ottawa May 15, 2012
Traffic Notice: Road Closures in Gatineau May 14, 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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