While communities are often characterized by the people who live there, when buying a home, it is equally important to consider whether a given location offers the amenities you need to live conveniently. These links should help you to understand more about what programs, services, and facilities might be available in the neighbourhood you are contemplating:
- Ottawa E-Maps: If you aren’t already familiar with the City of Ottawa’s E-Maps resource, then check out this AMAZING tool. All you have to do is download a small program, and you can customize searched to suit your specific interests. Find out about everything from arenas and arts facilities to tennis courts and toboggan hills – or just about anything in between.
- Alternatively, check out the City of Ottawa site for locations, contact information and hours at local pools, cultural and recreational programs and/or facilities and parks.
- If you prefer to see for yourself, check out aerial photos of Ottawa by using the layers function on the City’s E-Map or check out Google Street View.