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Kinàmàgawin Symposium
Kailash Mital Theatre — Nov 5Kinàmàgawin Symposium- 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
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Par-Tee Putt After Dark
Join us on October 28th for a hauntingly fun night at Par-Tee Putt After Dark! Get ready to sink some spooky shots and have a spook-tacular time!🎃👻
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Arboretum Tree Tour - Architecture of Trees
Dominion Arboretum — 2026 Arboretum Tree Tour - Architecture of Trees
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Sam Wood
Enjoy the sound of classic rock on the riverside patio at Westboro Beach Club, performed by Sam Wood
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Nick Cooper
Join us as Nick Cooper sets the scene at sunset on the Westboro Beach Club patio
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The Mystics
<p>The Mystics are bringing Soul, R&B and Jazz music to the riverside patio at Westboro Beach Club!</p>\n
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Sam Wood
<p>Enjoy the sound of classic rock on the riverside patio at Westboro Beach Club, performed by Sam Wood</p>\n
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RTG Production: Sweetnotes Biyaya Concert
Observatory — Sweetnotes Music is a celebrated Filipino husband-and-wife duo, Jeffrey “BJ” Bactong Jr. and Charlotte Mae Bactong, known for their heartfelt performances, beautiful vocal harmonies, and inspiring message. With a strong international following, they have captivated audiences through their viral musi
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Heydoo Live in Concert
Observatory — *Algonquin College Students receive $10.00 off their ticket* (Valid Algonquin College student ID is required to access and use this ticket type.) Click here to see how it works! Prepare for a night of captivating music as the critically acclaimed Iranian composer and singer Heydoo Hedayati performs
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Moustafa Hagag live in Ottawa - Arabic Event
Observatory — *Algonquin College Students receive $10.00 off their ticket* (Valid Algonquin College student ID is required to access and use this ticket type.) Click here to see how it works! For the first time in Canada, the Superstar Moustafa Hagag. One of Egypt’s most energetic performers is coming to Ottawa
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Moustafa Hagag live in Ottawa – Arabic Event
Observatory — <p>*Algonquin College Students receive $10.00 off their ticket* (Valid Algonquin College student ID is required to access and use this ticket type.) Click here to see how it works! For […]</p>\n
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Daily Ka Kaam Hai by Aakash Gupta
Observatory — *This event is presented in Hindi Live in Ottawa for the first time ever. Get ready for a laughter-packed evening with one of the top comedic voices of his generation — Aakash Gupta! Coming straight from Delhi’s Sarojini Nagar to a theatre near you. Gut health issues, an awkward encounter with a
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Canadian Red Cross Standard First Aid & CPR – C
Observatory — To sign up for a course please visit National Capital First Aid and use the promo code “2026algonquin105” to receive a discount. Courses are offered on a first-come-first-serve basis with limited spots available. Please remember to bring your Algonquin student ID to the training.
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Canadian Red Cross Standard First Aid & CPR – C
Observatory — To sign up for a course please visit National Capital First Aid and use the promo code “2026algonquin105” to receive a discount. Courses are offered on a first-come-first-serve basis with limited spots available. Please remember to bring your Algonquin student ID to the training.
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Jim Henson's Labyrinth: In Concert 40th Anniversary
Observatory — The magic dance continues. On the heels of a successful global tour to nearly 100 cities, Jim Henson’s Labyrinth: In Concert returns in fall 2026 to visit more than 60 North America cities. An unforgettable night of fantasy, music, and nostalgia awaits, as fans celebrate the 40th anniversary of the
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SA Thrift Store - Fall 2026
Observatory — Discover your next thrifty find while supporting a good cause. The SA Thrift Store is returning to our Ottawa campus! All AC students are welcome. Stop by and enjoy browsing our gently used items in a sustainable shopping spree. Once you’re done, you can pay it forward by donating to the SA Food
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SOS: The ABBA Experience September 2026
Observatory — *Algonquin College Students receive $10.00 off their ticket* (Valid Algonquin College student ID is required to access and use this ticket type.) The buzz is real – and it’s coming your way! Whether you sang every word with us last time or you’re about to experience the magic for the very first tim
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Social Night
Observatory — Settle into the Fall Term with Social Night at the Landing. Hang out with your friends and meet new people while enjoying activities like board games, card games, and even VR! Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to enjoy a fun night out on campus. Social Night is free and open to any Algonquin
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What it's like to live here
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Daily errands29 nearby
Food, coffee, shopping and everyday stops mapped from local business data.
Walkable core78 close-by
Places within roughly a 15-minute walk of the neighbourhood centre.
Green space40 parks & trails
Parks, trails and outdoor stops nearby that shape the week-to-week feel.
What Scout's hearing around the neighbourhood
Tunney's Pasture A few affordable lunch spots are located near Tunney's Pasture in Ottawa.
Scout's notePomona Lake The harmful algae bloom warning for Pomona Lake has been lifted.
Scout's notePomona Lake The harmful algae blooms advisory for Pomona Lake has been lifted, allowing for safer recreational use.
Scout's noteNew Vietnamese sandwich spot in Kanata A new Vietnamese sandwich spot in Kanata has drawn interest from food enthusiasts.
Scout's noteBooster Juice Booster Juice is a popular juice and smoothie bar in Ottawa with a focus on healthy, convenient options for an active lifestyle.
Scout's noteChatime (1125 Colonel By Dr Room 124) Chatime offers a variety of bubble teas, desserts, and coffee with friendly service and a modern café atmosphere.
Scout's noteBrewer Park The green space locals head to around here is Brewer Park.
Scout's noteChatime Chatime is a go-to local spot for a bite around here.
Scout's noteNaval Rod is Station 1940-1947 Ask locals what's worth seeing nearby and Naval Rod is Station 1940-1947 comes up.
Scout's noteUpdated August 29, 2026
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Police warn against confronting high-risk offender spotted in OttawaOttawa police are cautioning the public not to approach a high-risk violent sexual offender now living in the National Capital Region.Police, Ottawa Ottawa, National Capital Region. CBC OttawaMotorcyclist suffers life-threatening injuries in Chesterville collisionPolice say a motorcyclist has suffered life-threatening injuries following a collision with a truck in Chesterville, Ont. Friday.Motorcyclist, Chesterville, PoliceJunior hockey players in OHL, WHL can seek compensation for alleged abuse, court saysThe Ontario Superior Court of Justice has approved an opt-in process for current and former players in the Ontario Hockey League and Western Hockey League who allege they were victims of...The Ontario Superior Court, Junior, JusticeYour one-stop shop for Ottawa's 2026 municipal electionCampaigning is now in full swing for the Oct. 26 election that will decide who governs the City of Ottawa and its more than 1.1 million people from 2026 through 2030. Here's a handy...Your, Ottawa's, Campaigning'Lake America'? Trump's 'utterly ridiculous' renaming met with laughter in KingstonThe mayor of Kingston, Ont., says a snicker is the only response Donald Trump will be getting from his community following the U.S. president's renaming of Lake Ontario as Lake America....Lake America, Trump's, Kingston TheCapital Pride parade returns Sunday after last year's event was cancelled mid-marchThe organizers of Ottawa's Capital Pride festival say they're looking forward to this Sunday's parade after they had to cancel the flagship event last summer when it was halted mid-march...Capital Pride, Sunday, Ottawa's Capital Pride
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Weekend picks in Colonel By Drive
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Sat Aug 29
Barrhaven Scottish RFC Minors and U12 Fun Day
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Barrhaven Scottish RFC Minors and U12 Fun Day
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Sat Aug 29
Burlesque Student Showcase: The Brave and the Beautiful
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Burlesque Student Showcase: The Brave and the Beautiful
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Sat Aug 29
Carleton Place Farmer's Market
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Carleton Place Farmer's Market
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Sat Aug 29
Carleton Place Farmers Market
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Carleton Place Farmers Market
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Creative Kids Workshop
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Creative Kids Workshop
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Hot Process Soap Making for Beginners
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Hot Process Soap Making for Beginners
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What is happening in Colonel By Drive this week?
Colonel By Drive has 25 current event listings. Current picks include Lez Go presents Bliss - Pride Edition, The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus Live In Ottawa ON, Latin Sparks Festival 2026.
Are there free things to do in Colonel By Drive?
There are 17 event listings that look free or no-cost near Colonel By Drive, including Latin Sparks Festival 2026, Ottawa Comiccon 2026 (Official), Harea Band & Prehistoric with DJ Trevor Walker.
What is a good date-night idea in Colonel By Drive?
For a date night near Colonel By Drive, start with Retro Silent Disco | The National Gallery of Canada | Ottawa, Beyond The Burst Guitar Showcase, then use the Eat & Drink guide for coffee, dinner, or a nearby stop.
What local news matters around Colonel By Drive right now?
Capital Pride returns to Colonel By Drive on Sunday after last year's event was cancelled mid-March, while Ottawa police warn residents against confronting a high-risk offender spotted in the city. Additionally, seven international researchers have been selected to work on projects out of the University of Ottawa, and the local Nepalese community expressed deep sorrow over deadly floods in their home country.
What is Colonel By Drive good for day to day?
Colonel By Drive has 24 food and drink places and 8 mapped parks in the current Tiny Local Adventure map, plus current event and local-news signals when available.
What are homes like in Colonel By Drive right now?
Tiny Local Adventure currently sees 2 home listings in or near Colonel By Drive, with a median asking price around $2,899,000.
Is Colonel By Drive a good place to live?
Colonel By Drive has 8 parks and green spaces, 24 places to eat, and 5 shops and services mapped within the neighbourhood. Use the guide below to judge the day-to-day fit for you.
What is Colonel By Drive known for?
Colonel By Drive is known locally for landmarks like Naval Rod is Station 1940-1947, its 24-strong food and drink scene.
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What is there to do in Colonel By Drive?
Colonel By Drive has 8 parks and green spaces, 24 places to eat, and landmarks like Naval Rod is Station 1940-1947. Use the curated day plan, or jump straight to Eat, Do, Events, Parks, Shop, or Homes.
Where should I park in Colonel By Drive?
Most of Colonel By Drive 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 Colonel By Drive?
Colonel By Drive sits in Ottawa, Ontario, reachable by car, by transit, or by the local trails for cyclists.
Can I see homes for sale in Colonel By Drive?
Yes — the Homes page lists houses currently for sale in and around Colonel By Drive, and can connect you with a local agent.