More Interesting Facts

• Population over 1.15 million
• Highest median incomes before tax of any Canadian City 2010: $90,790
• English 50% French 32% . Ottawa’s English French bilingual rate of 36% is over three times the provincial rate and double the national rate.
• Ranked 18th worldwide by Mercer for quality of life
• There are more than 14 museums in Ottawa, and the Canadian Museum of Civilization is the most visited museum in Canada
• There are 35 major festivals in Ottawa. The Canadian Tulip Festival held every May, is one of the most famous
• Ottawa has an educated workforce, with over 41% possessing at least a bachelor’s degree. Ottawa has more scientists and PhDs per capita than any other major region in Canada.
• Ottawa has the largest tech park and federal employment node in Canada
• Diversified economic structure:
  • 22% Public Administration
  • 18% Education and Health Care Services
  • 21% Professional Services
  • 9% Goods Producing Sector