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Billings Bridge is a historic neighbourhood in south-central Ottawa named after pioneer Braddish Billings, who arrived in 1812 and built the first bridge across the Rideau River at Bank Street in 1831. The area was annexed by Ottawa in 1950 and features a mix of residential properties near Billings Bridge Shopping Centre (Ottawa's first shopping centre, opened 1954) and the Rideau River.
About Billings Bridge
Billings Bridge's history begins with Braddish Billings, who arrived from Brockville in 1812 and established a farm on the Rideau River. In 1823, he built a sawmill on a creek running through his property - still known as Sawmill Creek today. The first bridge across the Rideau at Bank Street was built by Billings in 1831, originally called Farmers Bridge.
The bridge was rebuilt several times after being washed out (1847, 1862) and after the central span collapsed in 1913. The current bridge was inaugurated September 2, 1915. A village developed south of the river and became part of Ottawa in 1950.
Billings Bridge Shopping Centre opened in October 1954 as Ottawa's first shopping centre. Today, the neighbourhood combines this commercial hub with residential areas and benefits from excellent transit connections at Billings Bridge station.
Location & Boundaries
Billings Bridge is bounded by the Rideau River to the north, Sawmill Creek to the west, Bank Street to the east, and Walkley Road to the south. The neighbourhood includes the Billings Bridge Plaza area.
Common Projects in Billings Bridge
- Post-war home renovation
- Kitchen and bathroom renovations
- Basement finishing
- Window and door replacement
- Energy efficiency upgrades
- Apartment and condo renovations
- Waterfront property improvements
- Commercial retail work
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