Contractors in Old Ottawa East
Old Ottawa East is a historic neighbourhood in Capital Ward, originally the suburban community of Archville before incorporating as the Village of Ottawa East in 1888 and amalgamating with Ottawa in 1907. Sandwiched between the Rideau Canal and Rideau River, the neighbourhood features Main Street as its historic spine, the Flora Footbridge (2019) connecting to The Glebe, and educational institutions including Saint Paul University and Immaculata High School.
About Old Ottawa East
Old Ottawa East began as the rural community of Archville in the early 1800s, with the boundary of Ottawa ending at Gladstone and Mann avenues. The area incorporated as the Village of Ottawa East in 1888, electing its own reeve and village council until amalgamation with Ottawa in 1907.
Main Street, running through the centre of the neighbourhood, was the central road of historic Archville. Today it remains the neighbourhood's commercial and community spine, lined with local businesses and connecting residents to transit.
The Flora Footbridge, opened to pedestrians in 2019, connects Old Ottawa East to The Glebe across the Rideau Canal, improving active transportation options. The neighbourhood is home to Saint Paul University, Immaculata High School, Lady Evelyn Alternative School, and other educational institutions.
Location & Boundaries
Old Ottawa East is bounded by Nicholas Street and the Queensway to the north, the Rideau River to the east, Avenue Road to the south, and the Rideau Canal to the west. The neighbourhood includes the Lees Avenue area.
Contractors Serving Old Ottawa East
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Common Projects in Old Ottawa East
- Century home renovation
- Kitchen and bathroom renovations
- Basement finishing and underpinning
- Heritage-sensitive updates
- Energy efficiency upgrades
- Window restoration and replacement
- Additions and infill
- Condo and apartment renovation
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