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Have a ball at Ottawa's Westfest celebration
21 May 2012
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Two art exhibits relive the culture of the 80s in Ottawa
18 May 2012
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Join the festivities happening in Orleans, Ontario, this summer
17 May 2012
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Travel back in time on your visit to Spencerville
15 May 2012
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Don't miss a trip to Ottawa's New Art Festival
14 May 2012
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Spring Features
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Fairmont 100th Anniversary
Beginning April 2012
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MAYA Exhibit
May 18 – Oct 28, 2012
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Whales Tohorā!
Until Sept 3rd, 2012
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Stars of the City
Nominate a Star
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Casino du Lac Leamy
Come visit and play for FREE
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Fairmont Château Laurier’s 100th anniversary
Come celebrate the centennial of the Fairmont Château Laurier and participate in special anniversary events.
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MAYA: Secrets of their Ancient World
May 18 – October 28, 2012
Canadian Museum of Civilization
This landmark exhibition will take you on a journey through the mysteries of the Maya – the sacred roles of their divine rulers, their elaborate writing and counting systems, their cycles of life and death… and the truth behind the 2012 end-of-days legend.
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Whales Tohorā at the Canadian Museum of Nature!
Experience the Whales Tohorā exhibit at the CMN until September 3, 2012.
Photo courtesy of Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, 2008.
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Stars of the City
Has someone in Ottawa gone out of their way to make your day? Nominate them for Stars the City recognition.
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Visit the Casino du Lac Leamy
Book Casino du Lac-Leamy Getaway package to receive $15 in FREE slot machine promotional credits.
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Experience a little Ottawan governmental history this fall
Ottawa Travel Guide | Monday, 26 September 2011 16:36
While enjoying the vast array of entertainment options in the city of Ottawa, travellers can also visit a wonderful attraction where they can learn about Canada's government. The Laurier House downtown is beautifully protected and restored, and welcomes travellers to have a look into the lives of two well-respected prime ministers of the past.
According to the organization's website, this complex was constructed in the 1800s, and was home to two great Canadian leaders - Sir Wilfrid Laurier and William Lyon Mackenzie King. Upon his death, the mansion was donated by King to Canadian citizens and guests of the future so they could understand and enjoy the stories of the house and how it came to be.
Those who visit have the opportunity to enjoy a workshop, take some time in the multimedia room, or enjoy holiday-themed events revolving around Canada Day and Christmas.
Guests can have a unique experience at the Laurier House by taking one of the exciting and mysterious candlelight tours, reports the Toronto Sun. This activity gives new life to the historical existence of prime ministers and allows guests to get a true sense of the city's rich past.
