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Delegate Activities

Ottawa is an impressive yet intimate G8 capital, home to famous national Canadian landmarks, cultural attractions and celebrations, rich in natural beauty and blessed with a relaxed urban rhythm. Adding unique Ottawa activities for delegate to your agenda is easy. And delegates themselves tend to arrive here early, stay after their event, and bring along their spouses to enjoy everything the city has to offer. Ask us about helping you build events and activities for your delegates.

National Sites & Landmarks

National Sites and Landmarks

As the country’s capital, Ottawa is home to numerous national sites and landmarks delegates won’t want to miss. Parliament Hill, the Rideau Canal UNESCO World Heritage Site, Supreme Court of Canada, Rideau Hall and more.

Festivals & Events

Festivals and Events

Ottawa hosts popular events and festivals the year round, from Winterlude through the Canadian Tulip Festival to outstanding music festivals and celebrations.

Museums and Galleries

Museums and Galleries

Ottawa is home to the country’s biggest lineup of national cultural attractions devoted to art, culture, history, science, aviation, nature, war, agriculture and more.

Entertainment at the National Arts Centre

Entertainment and Nightlife

From the National Arts Centre to the clubs and lounges of the ByWard Market, there’s always something on.

Delegates eating at the Courtyard Restaurant

Dining

5-Diamond dining, a vast selection of international cuisines, relaxed, casual fare – Ottawa offers restaurants and culinary experiences to suit every palate, with a thriving local culinary scene and local chefs making names for themselves at home and abroad.

3 Women Shopping in the BywardMarket

Shopping

Directly attached to The Westin Ottawa, the downtown Rideau Centre offers shopping discounts and programs for meeting delegates. Ottawa neighbourhoods offer diverse shopping experiences.

Rideau Canal Locks Cyclists

Sports and Outdoors

Golf, cycling, skiing, skating, hiking – the Capital is an outdoor recreation paradise the year round.

Rideau Falls

Sightseeing

On a bus, on a boat, or on foot – sightseeing is a favourite activity.