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Ottawa & Area
About Ottawa
Nestled on the banks of the majestic Ottawa, Rideau and Gatineau Rivers, Ottawa is on the most beautiful G8 capitals in the world. A thriving international technology and business centre and world class tourism and convention destination, Ottawa is also rich in culture and heritage with its many national institutions, parklands, waterways and historic architecture. It is home to a large number of foreign embassies and is a recongnized centre for both academics and professional training. The city offers an open and welcoming environment to cultures from around the world, providing service in English, French, and a host of other languages.
A population of over 1.2 million makes the Ottawa region the fourth largest urban area in Canada. Ottawa is home to such hi tech giants as Alcatel, Cognos, Tundra, MDS Nordion, Nortel Networks and Abbott Labatories.
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