Picture yourself on the banks of the world famous Rideau Canal, enjoying a latte in a funky cafe overlooking the impressive Parliament Hill and you will find yourself in the beautiful city of Ottawa, the capital city of Canada.
Ottawa, with a population of over 1.2 million people, sits on the eastern edge of the province of Ontario, next to the province of Quebec, the only province or state in North America where the official language is French.
Therefore a person can speak English or French in Ottawa and expect to be greeted by a degree of bilingual response in this diverse, unique city that revolves around politics and heritage. Throw in beautiful parks, festivals, theatre, a vibrant nightlife and delectable dining options, and you have a well-rounded world-class city.
