Ottawa (Canada) - Wink Travel Guide

Ottawa is the capital of Canada. The city is situated along the Ontario side of the Ottawa River, opposite Gatineau, Quebec.

Unique as a North American capital, the city is bilingual. English is the first language of a majority of the population, but French is the first language of a significant number. Staff in most stores and restaurants speak both well and, in general, bilingualism is common.

Ottawa is home to many of the world's cultures as thousands of immigrants from around the world now call Ottawa home.  The city is probably best known as the nation's capital but has become one of the fastest growing cities in North America owing to the booming high-tech business sector. Visitors come to Ottawa to see Parliament Hill, as well as the national museums.

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