Ottawa's eclectic blend of old and new neighbourhoods, business and government, English and French, and many other cultures, makes it a vibrant city with a quality of life second to none.
The City of Ottawa is the fourth-largest city in Canada, with a population of 1,000,000. Within the next few years, Ottawa is expected to grow to include over 1.5m residents.
The New City of Ottawa at a Glance
2,760 square kilometres, taking in more than 150 communities.
- 250 square kilometres of urban area (9.1%) and approximately 2,510 square kilometres of rural area (90.9%).
- Over 110 kilometres from east to west.
- The most highly educated population in Canada. (Almost 50% of residents hold a post-secondary degree, certificate or diploma.)
- A high-tech industry that has grown 115% over the past ten years.
- An active workforce: 72,000 in advanced technology; approximately 80,000 in the federal government; 75,000 in health and education.
- The largest farming city in the country, with more farming revenue than Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Edmonton and Calgary combined.
Economy
Ontario is Canada's most productive province, generating some 40 percent of the country's gross domestic product (GDP). Its manufacturing industries lead the way. Ontario's competitive advantages include its natural resources, modern transportation system, large, well-educated labour force, reliable and relatively inexpensive electrical power, and proximity to key U.S. markets: less than a day's drive puts Ontario's products within reach of 120 million American consumers. Automobiles are Ontario's major manufacturing industry and most important export, employing more than 140 000 people. Motor vehicles, parts and accessories accounted for 37% of Canada's total exports in 1998.
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