Monuments

Photo of a bust of Pierre Le Moyne d'Iberville (The Valiants Memorial)
Bust of Pierre Le Moyne d'Iberville (The Valiants Memorial)

Learn more about some of the many monuments in Ottawa–Gatineau. You’ll see traditional commemorations honouring our heroes, such as Terry Fox, and perhaps a few surprises from the world of contemporary art. Take a StreetSmART walking tour and get a glimpse of the wonderful range of public art on display in Canada’s Capital. You can also use your smartphone to decode some of the art you see!

Photo of REFLECTION, the Monument to Canadian Aid Workers
Reflection (Monument to Canadian Aid Workers)
The Monument to Canadian Aid Workers is located in Rideau Falls Park in Ottawa.
Photo of Canadian Tribute to Human Rights Monument
Canadian Tribute to Human Rights
Located in downtown Ottawa, this monument is the first in the world dedicated to universal human rights.
Photo of the Hungarian Monument
Hungarian Monument
The Hungarian Monument stands on Maple Island, near Sussex Drive, in Ottawa.
Photo of Monument to Fallen Diplomats
Monument to Fallen Diplomats
This monument is located at the intersection of Island Park Drive and Sir John A. Macdonald Parkway in Ottawa.
Photograph of the sculpture of Maurice Richard, NEVER GIVE UP!
Never Give Up! (Maurice Richard)
This monument to Maurice Richard is located in Jacques-Cartier Park, in Gatineau.
Photo of the Anishnabe Scout sculpture
Anishinabe Scout
The figure of this scout is located in Major’s Hill Park, in Ottawa.
Photo of Samuel de Champlain statue
Champlain Statue
The statue of Champlain is located at Nepean Point, in Ottawa, behind the National Gallery of Canada.
Photo of the statue of Colonel John By in Major's Hill Park
Colonel By Statue
The statue of Colonel By stands in Major’s Hill Park, in Ottawa.
Photo of the Terry Fox statue
Terry Fox Statue
The statue of Terry Fox, which stands across from Parliament Hill in Ottawa, portrays the courage of this true national hero.
Photo of several busts that are part of the Valiants Memorial
The Valiants Memorial
The monument pays tribute to the people who have served this country in times of war and the contribution they have made in building our nation.
Photo of the NEVER AGAIN WAR monument
Never Again War, Monument to Peace and Remembrance
The Monument to Peace and Remembrance is located in Gatineau.
Photo of RECONCILIATION, the Peacekeeping Monument
Reconciliation: The Peacekeeping Monument
Located near the ByWard Market in Ottawa, the Peacekeeping Monument is the only monument of its kind in the world.
Photo of the National War Memorial, THE RESPONSE
The Response, National War Memorial
The National War Memorial is a tribute to Canadians who have served in times of war.
Photo of the Canadian Firefighters Memorial
Canadian Firefighters Memorial
The Canadian Firefighters Memorial is located in the heart of Canada’s Capital at LeBreton Flats, site of the Great Ottawa Fire of 1900.
Photo of CANLOAN Memorial
CANLOAN Memorial
The CANLOAN Memorial is dedicated to Canadian officers who died while serving with the British Army during the Second World War.
Photo of the Monument to Canadian Fallen (Korean War Monument)
Monument to Canadian Fallen (Korean War Monument)
The monument depicts a Canadian volunteer soldier and two Korean children.
Photo of the National Aboriginal Veterans Monument
National Aboriginal Veterans Monument
The National Aboriginal Veterans Monument stands in Confederation Park, in Ottawa.
Photo of the Ottawa Memorial, also known as the Commonwealth Air Force Memorial
Ottawa Memorial (Commonwealth Air Force Memorial)
The Ottawa Memorial (Commonwealth Air Force Memorial) is located on Green Island, on Sussex Drive, in Ottawa.
Photo of Royal Canadian Navy Monument in Ottawa, Canada
Royal Canadian Navy Monument
The Royal Canadian Navy Monument stands on Richmond Landing, in the heart of Ottawa.
Photo of the South African War Memorial
South African War Memorial
The South African War Memorial is set in Confederation Park in downtown Ottawa.
Photo of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier lies in front of the National War Memorial.