Contractors in Britannia

Britannia is a group of neighbourhoods in Bay Ward on the Ottawa River, with roots dating to Captain John LeBreton's 1818 estate. Once a popular summer destination accessible by the Ottawa Electric Railway, Britannia evolved from cottage community to year-round residential area after WWII. Britannia Village, the historic core, features the Britannia Yacht Club and retains its distinctive waterfront character.

13 contractors serving this area

About Britannia

Britannia's history begins with Captain John LeBreton's 1818 estate, where he built a grist mill, sawmill, and house he called 'Britannia.' By the early 1900s, Britannia benefited from its location on Lac Deschênes across from Aylmer, Quebec, becoming a popular pleasure destination.

The Ottawa Electric Railway completed its streetcar line to Britannia Bay on January 13, 1900, bringing up to 6,000 visitors daily to enjoy a 1,000-foot pier, auditorium, bathing houses, and pavilions. A post office was established by 1875 to serve the growing community.

Britannia Village remained predominantly a summer cottage community until after WWII, when returning veterans sought affordable housing. The village was annexed to Ottawa in 1950 and was a separate municipal ward from 1973 to 1994. Today, Britannia Village's 610 residents enjoy its waterfront character, while surrounding areas offer diverse housing options.

Location & Boundaries

Britannia is bounded by the Ottawa River to the north, Richmond Road/Carling Avenue to the south, Sir John A. MacDonald Parkway to the east, and Greenview Avenue to the west. Britannia Village is defined by the Ottawa River (north/west), Mud Lake Conservation area (east), and the Trans-Canada Trail (former CPR line) to the south.

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Contractors Serving Britannia

These verified contractors have indicated they serve Britannia and surrounding areas.

HVAC & Heating

Apple HVAC and mechanical Ottawa
Spotlight
Gillani Heating & Appliance Care Inc. Ottawa

Duct Work

Apple HVAC and mechanical Ottawa
Spotlight

Natural Gas Service

Apple HVAC and mechanical Ottawa
Spotlight
Gillani Heating & Appliance Care Inc. Ottawa

Painting

Above All Painting Inc. Ottawa

Drywall Supplies

Above All Painting Inc. Ottawa
Joe Imerti Contracting Ottawa

Plumbing

Double-A-Plumbing Ottawa
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Common Projects in Britannia

  • Cottage-to-year-round conversions
  • Heritage home renovation
  • Kitchen and bathroom renovations
  • Waterfront property improvements
  • Foundation and structural work
  • Energy efficiency upgrades
  • Deck and outdoor living
  • Roof replacement

Local Considerations

✓ Mix of former cottages converted to year-round homes
✓ Britannia Village has heritage character
✓ Waterfront properties near Ottawa River
✓ Mud Lake Conservation area nearby
✓ Post-war housing stock in southern areas
✓ Mix of income levels across the area
Permits: Standard City of Ottawa building permits apply. Waterfront work may require conservation authority approval. Heritage considerations in Britannia Village core.

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