Having reached a population of one million in 2019, Ottawa, Ontario has the advantages of a medium-sized city paired with the abundance of services of a capital city. Like many other mid-sized cities, Canada's capital has undergone urban revitalization efforts and infrastructure investment, including launching light rail transit and increasing the number of hotels with a diversified offer of boutique properties and international chains.
Ottawa's highly walkable downtown core and lively neighborhoods allow visitors to easily experience the relaxed local vibe. This accessibility, along with good value and friendliness, are among the reasons meeting planners find Canada's capital an attractive alternative to many of the largest cities in North America