The capital city of Canada, Ottawa, has demonstrated leadership in walkability, earning a Silver WALK Friendly Community designation in 2013. Ottawa is the fourth largest city in the country and a world-class tourism destination, so the local population, as well as vast numbers of visitors, are positively impacted by the City’s progressive policies, programs, and infrastructure in support of walkability. This profile highlights just a few of Ottawa’s walk-friendly innovations.

Learn more in our Walk Friendly Ontario Showcase.