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Whether they walk the corridors of power on Parliament Hill, skate the entire length of the world's largest rink – the Rideau Canal Skateway – or get lost in a maze on a country farm—student and youth groups are always awed by Ottawa. Throughout the year, Canada’s Capital offers an incomparable array of experiences, sights and activities that make for truly memorable moments—and support learning curricula from civics and government to science and technology, history and culture, art and language, nature and more!
Student Tour Operators/Students and Teachers
Here are some free resources and information to help you plan your student group trip to Ottawa:
- Looking for a maple experience? Fulton’s Pancake House and Sugar Bush offers group packages year round, day or evening. The “Forest Adventure” is popular among student groups, and student educational programs are also available. To make your experience more enjoyable during maple season (March/April), groups are encouraged to reserve weekday visits.
- If Canada were a show, this would be it… “A Musical Taste of our Canadian Heritage” is a fast paced, 90-minute, live bilingual production of the history of music in Canada. Odyssey Showcase is held in April and June each year and is now offering evening performances for school groups.
- Ottawa boasts some of the best recreational pathways in North America. What better way for groups to explore the nation's Capital with RentABike’s escorted bicycle tours, from 1.5 hours to 4 hours.
- Did you know that Saunders Farm offers fresh lunch and dinner menus served in a historic post and beam log barn or pavilion? Dinners are served buffet-style and special dietary requirements can be accommodated. Professional DJ services are also available for dinner/dances.
- A student trip to Ottawa isn’t complete without a stop at Parliament Hill. Parliament of Canada provides free educational resources and products to teach students more about Canada’s Parliament that can be used before or after your visit.
- National Capital Commission (NCC) – Teacher Resources
- On a field trip or in your classroom, your students will get a unique Canadian experience by exploring the national attractions, symbols, stories, monuments and natural treasures of Canada's Capital. Contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 1-800-461-8020 for FREE information and booking services!
- Get Ready for the Capital is a pre-visit activity resource for students and teachers produced by the National Capital Commission (NCC). Four self-contained activities – appropriate for grades 6 to 10 – are offered to help excite and educate students about their upcoming visit to Ottawa.
- Ottawa Tourism’s Student Brochure (PDF) provides descriptions and images of attractions, hotels, restaurants, and services.
- See our online list of Student-Friendly Products and Services.
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