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Sat Jun 20 · 10:00 AM Summer Ottawa Royal Canadian Mint Guided Tours (English) Sat Jun 20 · 11:00 AM FRANÇAIS Visite guidée de la Monnaie royale canadienne d’Ottawa Sat Jun 20 · 2:00 PM Karl the Cat and the Junkyard Pack Sat Jun 20 · 2:00 PM Argile Verte Sat Jun 20 · 2:00 PM Emo Majok: African Aussie Sat Jun 20 · 2:30 PM Un moment ou un autre Sat Jun 20 · 2:30 PM Rainbow Conceptions Sat Jun 20 · 3:00 PM Barry Potter and the Magic of Wizardry

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Glen Cairn

Glen Cairn in Glen Cairn, ON — .

W.J. Bell Park · 130 parks & green spaces · 125 places to eat

— open now 631 places mapped 30 events this week
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The quick read

Is Glen Cairn a good place to live?

Glen Cairn has 340 parks and green spaces, 125 places to eat, and 289 shops and services mapped within the neighbourhood. There are 41 homes currently for sale here. Use the guide below to judge the day-to-day fit for you.

What are homes like in Glen Cairn?

There are 41 homes for sale in and around Glen Cairn, priced from $145,000 to $1,500,000 (median about $699,900). See the Homes page for current listings.

What is Glen Cairn known for?

Glen Cairn is known locally for landmarks like W.J. Bell Park, its 125-strong food and drink scene.

What's happening in Glen Cairn this week?

There are 30 events on this week in and around Glen Cairn, from local listings — see the Events page for dates and details.

Who is Glen Cairn best for?

Based on what's here, Glen Cairn suits families and the outdoors, food lovers, shopping and errands.

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    Three hand-picked days through Glen Cairn, every stop a real place.

    Slow morning

    Coffee, a green stroll, an easy lunch

    1. Morning Ritual on Main Cafe
    2. Stroll Ralph Street Park Park
    3. Lunch Thailicious Thai
    4. Treat Reed's Ice Cream Ice cream
    5. Browse Pretty Pots Flower Shop Florist
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    Get outside

    Trails, parks, and a laid-back bite

    1. Trailhead Trans Canada Trail 13.5 km
    2. Picnic Wyldwood Park Park
    3. Grab a bite Jojo's Pizzeria Pizza
    4. Run around Splash Pad - Haliburton Park Playground
    5. Casual dinner Milano Pizzeria Pizza
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    Culture & flavours

    Heritage, local shops, a proper dinner

    1. History W.J. Bell Park Memorial
    2. Coffee Brews and Blues Cafe
    3. Local shop Re-Read Used Books Books
    4. Dinner out Crave Tacos Mexican
    5. Tonight Summer Ottawa Royal Canadian Mint Guided Tours (English) Sat Jun 20 · 10:00 AM
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    Through the lens

    Places in this neighbourhood, as photographed by the people who know it.

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    Could you live here?

    Falling for Glen Cairn? Ask our local insider what it's really like to call this neighbourhood home — schools, the commute, the quiet streets, what's on the market right now.

    Around town this week

    Fresh from local news covering Glen Cairn and the surrounding area.

    New Report Finds Ontario Will Need More Than One Million University-Educated Workers Over the Next Decade - Ontario's UniversitiesOntario News · Jun 18Ontario needs 60,000 more university grads in these key areas over next decade - Toronto StarOntario News · Jun 18Ontario's legislature is set for its shortest sitting in decades. Here's what it means for the Ford government - CBCOntario News · Jun 18Dangerous thunderstorms possible for most of eastern Ontario Thursday - CBCOntario News · Jun 18Severe storms shift into eastern Ontario, Quebec, risk of heavy rain and winds - The Weather NetworkOntario News · Jun 18Tornado warnings issued in eastern Ontario end as line of thunderstorms move through - CTV NewsOntario News · Jun 18
    Get directions Parking · 649 lots Where to stay — of 40 open now

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    What is there to do in Glen Cairn?

    Glen Cairn has 130 parks and green spaces, 125 places to eat, and landmarks like W.J. Bell Park. Use the curated day plan, or jump straight to Eat, Do, Events, Parks, Shop, or Homes.

    Where should I park in Glen Cairn?

    Most of Glen Cairn is residential with free street and lot parking near the parks and main streets. See Getting Here for mapped lots.

    How do I get to Glen Cairn?

    Glen Cairn sits in Glen Cairn, Ontario, reachable by car, by transit, or by the local trails for cyclists.

    Can I see homes for sale in Glen Cairn?

    Yes — the Homes page lists houses currently for sale in and around Glen Cairn, and can connect you with a local agent.